“Just when you think Albany’s budget process couldn’t get any more secretive, dysfunctional and convoluted, Gov. Cuomo surprises us once again. In an apparent attempt to shield himself from criticism, the Governor locked himself in his mansion last...

“Gov. Cuomo’s theatrical and unnecessary State of the State Tour is an abuse of taxpayer money and alienates us as legislators who will be ultimately responsible for vetting and voting on important legislation. It is shameful for the governor to ignore...

**Editor’s Note: Letter to Legislative Leaders Attached As a result of the governor’s unorthodox Western New York regional State of the State Address set to take place next Monday when the legislature is in session, Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia)...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) is holding the next round of office hours for Genesee and Monroe County residents starting this Friday. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff. The 139th Assembly District, represented by Hawley,...

“On behalf of my office, my family and the New York State Assembly, I would like to wish all my constituents and New Yorkers alike a safe, healthy and happy New Year. 2016 was a groundbreaking year for Western New York, and brought promise and hope...

“As we approach the 2016 holiday season, I want to wish all my constituents and New Yorkers alike a safe and happy holiday season from the bottom of my heart. The holidays are one of the best times of the year to relax, exchange gifts and enjoy the...

“In recent months we have watched details surrounding the state’s dysfunctional economic development programs unfold. Today, two individuals with close ties to the governor and his administration have been charged with alleged bid-rigging and bribery. “The...

“I am deeply saddened and heartbroken by the death of Assemblyman Bill Nojay. Bill was a principled patriot who always put his community and Western New York first. His unwavering commitment to conservatism and altruistic dedication as a longtime public...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) received high praise this week from two organizations dedicated to encouraging small businesses in our state. The New York small-business advocacy organization Unshackle Upstate and the National Federation of Independent...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) is holding the next round of office hours for Genesee and Monroe County residents starting this Friday. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff. The 139th Assembly District, represented by Hawley,...

Due to harsh drought conditions experienced by many of New York’s farmers, Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that Genesee, Monroe and Orleans Counties have been designated natural disaster areas and are eligible for assistance...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) will host a free electronic recycling event on Saturday, September 10 at the Holley Junior Senior High School at 16848 Lynch Road in Holley. Residents are encouraged to do the right thing for the environment with...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that the Village of Elba has been awarded over $2 million to fund a drinking water improvement project that will help bolster the area’s clean water supply, fix and replace old pipes, sewer lines,...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) is holding the next round of office hours for Genesee and Monroe County residents starting this Friday. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff. The 139th Assembly District, represented by Hawley,...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that about 30 seats are still available for his Ninth Annual Patriot Trip to Washington D.C. The trip is open to local veterans and their family members with priority going to first time attendees....

Following a string of deadly shootings against law enforcement in Dallas and Baton Rouge in recent weeks, Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) has reiterated his full support of law enforcement and is encouraging New Yorkers to wear blue on Friday...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today released the results of his legislative survey mailer that was distributed to households during the winter. The survey covered topics across a plethora of platforms and state issues, including: ethics reform,...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) is holding the next round of office hours for Genesee and Monroe county residents starting this Friday. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff. The 139th Assembly District, represented by Hawley,...

“Independence Day commemorates our county’s conception as an independent nation and is at the core of our patriotism and the foundation of America’s values. Our nation was founded on liberty and freedom, and we must never forget the brave men and...

“The legislature’s bipartisan compromise on an exhaustive package to combat our state’s heroin crisis is promising and will provide more access to recovery services and ease insurance requirements so those who truly need help will be included. Pension...