A compilation of statements, thoughts and opinions on policy in Saratoga County.
Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, by a vote of 393-8. Four sections of the bill were written by Congressman Tonko, including an expansion of medication-assisted treatment, a multi-year priority that will help meaningfully combat the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths.
“As a member of the state legislature, I have always worked to prioritize the needs of Upstate New York’s business owners and taxpayers. It’s clear that Albany’s unsustainable spending and crippling tax burden need to be dealt with once and for all, and that makes it more important than ever that we partner with…
Senator Tedisco hailed by state’s leading advocate for small businesses for “fighting for lower taxes, regulatory reform, easing the cost of doing business in New York” Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C,I,REF-Glenville) today announced that he has been endorsed by NFIB NY, the state’s leading advocacy organization for small businesses.
Diverse range of New Yorkers support Congressman for reelection Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20) today announced an updated round of endorsements from local, state and national organizations in his bid for the United States House of Representatives. New York’s
H.R. 6 includes four Tonko written pieces of legislation, passes House, likely to become law soon WASHINGTON – Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, by a vote of 393-8. Four sections of the bill were written by Congressman Tonko, including an expansion of medication-assisted treatment, a multi-year priority that…
Lawmaker recognized as ‘champion for New York’s small businesses In recognition of her steadfast support of New York’s small business community, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I,Ref-Ballston) has been named as one of this year’s National Federation of
In acknowledgment of her commitment to supporting the interests of small business owners, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I,Ref-Ballston) has been awarded a perfect score on the National Federation of Independent Business’ (NFIB) assessment of the 2018 legislative session. Walsh is one of just four Assembly members to earn this distinction, a testament to her support…
Includes doubling of water infrastructure funding levels, expanded monitoring of PFOA and grants to remove lead from schools WASHINGTON – Today, the House of Representatives passed S. 3021, America’s Drinking Water Infrastructure Act, by a unanimous voice vote. Title II of S. 3021 includes nearly all H.R. 3387, the Drinking Water System Improvement Act of 2017, which…
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C,I,REF-Glenville) won a landslide victory in a Reform Party Primary tonight against a write-in challenge. Tedisco, who was the endorsed Reform Party candidate, will appear on four ballot lines for the November 6th election: Republican, Conservative, Independence and Reform.
Bi-partisan momentum for Senator Tedisco’s efforts to add law enforcement, who often are first to respond to emergencies, to long list of professionals who can treat people with severe, life-threatening allergic reactions Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C,I,REF-Glenville) today announced new bi-partisan support for his public safety legislation and efforts to save lives by enabling police officers…
