Providing our youth with the opportunity for a strong education is one of the most important jobs of our government. Unfortunately, the education system has had its fair share of challenges recently both in terms of funding and from policies stemming...

February is American Heart Month. To help recognize the importance of heart health, the Assembly passed two resolutions this month--one for those who are born with heart defects and one for those who later develop heart disease. A Day for Hearts The...

February is American Heart Month. To help recognize the importance of heart health, the Assembly passed two resolutions this month--one for those who are born with heart defects and one for those who later develop heart disease. A Day for Hearts The...

"I am glad Central New York is the recipient of one of the $500 million awards. Many local residents and agencies worked hard to put the best plan forward for our region, and I am glad local efforts paid off. I am hopeful the infusion will jump-start...

The once seemingly untouchable former Speaker of the Assembly, Sheldon Silver, was found guilty on seven counts of corruption last week. The jury convicted the former Speaker of manipulating the political system to ultimately receive $4 million in kickbacks....

"It is a slap in the face to the residents of Central New York that Entergy has stated that, no matter what, the FitzPatrick Plant will close at the end of 2016. Our community has supported this plant at all times, and we have been working tirelessly...

Americans are known for their generosity. According to the National Philanthropic Trust foundation, Americans gave $358.38 billion in 2014 to charities—up 7.1% from 2013. While businesses, corporations and foundations are responsible for much of...

The New York State Farm Bureau named Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) to its “Circle of Friends” again this year for his steadfast support of family farms and for his voting record in Albany. Barclay credited the farmers in his district...

The following is a statement from Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski) following an article in the New York Times which reported the Governor's change in energy policy to better support nuclear energy: "Nuclear power plays a vital role in upstate...

The old cliché “there is no such thing as a free lunch” sadly rang true when it was announced that Health Republic of New York, one of the most popular insurance choices on NY’s health exchange, was being forced to shut down due to substantial...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) today said he is disappointed and discouraged that Entergy has filed for closure with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). “I’m very disappointed with the news that Entergy has filed with the NRC,...

November is National Adoption Month — a time dedicated to raising awareness about the need for families to adopt children in foster care. Nearly 40 percent of American adults, or 81.5 million people, have considered adopting a child, according to the...

With all the challenges that we face in our daily lives, it easily can be overlooked how lucky we are to live in the United States. Our form of government, the structure of which is set forth in the U.S. Constitution, is surely an integral part of our...

One of the biggest legislative challenges in Albany is to make sure that there is parity in state spending between upstate and downstate New York. This is particularly challenging when it comes to transportation spending. Downstate New York relies on...

"I am deeply disappointed by the news that Entergy has decided not to refuel the FitzPatrick nuclear plant. As a community, we have done all we can to support the plant and its employees. Apparently our efforts were all for naught. My first concern...

The following is a statement from Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski) regarding ongoing discussions between Entergy and the Governor’s office involving the James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant. Entergy has told its employees that it will decide...

Beginning this year, New York state high school students have more choices available to meet graduation requirements. The State Education Department has dubbed this flexibility as “multiple pathways” or “4+1.” Prior to this year, students...

Almost every week, there is news concerning a large cyberattack in which personal identifying information is compromised. This personal information has included addresses, phone numbers, and even social security and credit card information. No one is...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski) recently met with officials from Mexico Central School District to discuss the ongoing efforts to save the FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant. Tax revenues from the plant generate 49% of the district’s budget. Pictured...

Several local firefighters have been traveling throughout our communities and schools in conjunction with National Fire Prevention Month. This month, they're teaching young children about the basics of fire safety, hosting tours of fire trucks, and opening...