Senator Steve Rhoads Displeased with 2024-2025 NYS Budget
New York State Senator Steve Rhoads expressed his initial impression on the 2024-2025 New York State Budget, highlighting his concerns about the allocation of resources. He criticized the budget, stating, "The 2024-2025 New York State Budget doubles down on solutions that don’t serve every day New Yorkers."Rhoads further emphasized his disagreement with the approach of increased spending in the budget, asserting, "Spending more shouldn’t be our solution. If it were, we’d be the most successful state in the Nation because no state spends more than New York." He pointed out...
FDA conducted inspections of 18 companies in cities located in Nassau County in Q4 2023
There were 18 companies in cities associated with Nassau County that received 18 FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
Which former Nassau Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?
These former Nassau Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.
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New York State Senator and Military Blue Star Mothers Collect 1,661 Professional Clothing Items for Veterans
New York State Senator Steve Rhoads and the Military Blue Star Mothers NY 14 recently concluded a successful professional clothing drive, collecting an impressive 1,661 items to support young veterans in New York as they embark on their professional careers. The drive, which ran from March 1st to April 1st, aimed to provide veterans with the attire they need to succeed in job interviews and professional settings.Senator Rhoads expressed gratitude for the overwhelming community support, stating, "It was heartwarming to see the support and appreciation from residents in my...
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Curran Co-Sponsoring Proposal to Protect Sexual Assault Survivors
Assemblyman Brian Curran (Lynbrook- 21st A.D) has announced his co-sponsorship of a proposal aimed at protecting sexual assault survivors. The proposal, known as A.1065, seeks to eliminate the voluntary incapacitation loophole in sexual assault cases, preventing the use of intoxication of the victim as a defense for sex crimes.Under the current law, individuals incapacitated as a result of their own actions are not protected under the rape statute. Curran argues that this loophole must be addressed to bring justice to victims who might otherwise be denied it. He stated,...
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Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick Advocates for Tightening Bail Laws in Wake of Gruesome Case
Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick has voiced her concerns regarding flaws in New York's bail laws following a disturbing case in Babylon. The suspects involved were released under existing bail laws after being charged with the concealment of a human corpse. They were ordered to remain in Suffolk County with GPS ankle monitors.In response to this, Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, along with colleagues, has introduced new legislation aimed at addressing these issues. The proposed bills would make the crime of body dismemberment/concealment of a human corpse a bail eligible class...
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Blumencranz Calls for Increased Child Care Access at Press Conference
Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz (R,C-Oyster Bay) attended a press conference earlier today in support of increasing funding for child care services across New York. Blumencranz was joined by his fellow members of the Minority conference as they called for historic investments for these vital programs. They specifically called for increasing the Empire State child credit, raising the state Earned Income Tax Credit amount from 30% to 45%, and expanding collaboration between school districts and child care agencies. These initiatives are focused on increasing the affordability...
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Assembly Minority Propose Child Care Investment to Increase Access & Improve Affordability
"Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) and his Assembly Minority colleagues have put forward a plan to address the lack of high-quality and affordable child care in the state of New York. The proposal, known as the “A Blueprint for Childcare (ABC) Plan,” aims to enhance child care costs and access through various measures such as increased tax incentives, expansion of early childhood education, and improving provider options.Barclay emphasized the importance of providing families with options for safe and affordable child care, stating, "Every family should...
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Curran Calls for Increased Access & Affordability to Child Care for Young Women and Families
Assemblyman Brian Curran (Lynbrook-21st A.D.) today stood alongside his Minority colleagues to endorse several initiatives aimed at enhancing access and affordability to child care for young women and families. Curran is a key supporter of measures totaling a $1 billion investment in child care to alleviate child poverty by augmenting tax credits for parents."I can’t think of anyone more deserving of support to help afford child care than working parents; they truly are real-life superheroes, and any chance to give them support is a chance we cannot pass up. Studies have...
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Senator Steve Rhoads is Fighting for Affordable Water on Nassau's South Shore!
Senator Steve Rhoads is spearheading efforts to address the issue of affordable water on Nassau's South Shore. Rhoads highlighted the lack of funding provided to the South Nassau Water Authority by the State, stating, "Years ago, the South Nassau Water Authority was created by the State for the very purpose of investigating and negotiating the cost of a potential public takeover of Liberty Water, but was provided no funding by the State to do that work."Despite the importance of the Authority's work, Governor Hochul vetoed funding for it in 2022, as Rhoads pointed out,...
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Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick and LI Colleagues Introduce Bill In Response to Horrific Dismemberment Crime
Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, representing the 9th District, along with her Long Island colleagues, has introduced a bill in response to a horrific dismemberment crime that shook the community of Babylon. The incident, which garnered national attention, involved the discovery of body parts in a recreational park and various other locations within the neighborhood.In light of this gruesome crime, Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick expressed her determination to address the flaws in the current bail laws of New York. She emphasized the importance of empowering judges...
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Mikulin Proud to Speak at Press Conference Urging Governor to “Pump the Brakes” on New York School Bus Electrification
Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C-Bethpage) expressed his concerns at a press conference held on Feb. 25 regarding the school bus electrification in New York state. The conference, led by Sen. Steve Rhoads, aimed to urge Governor Hochul to reconsider fully implementing the Electric School Bus Mandate statewide. Mikulin, along with other officials including Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst), Assemblyman Brian Curran (Lynbrook-21st A.D.), Bob Vecchio, Executive Director of the Nassau-Suffolk School Boards Association, and Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, highlighted the...
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Long Island doctor: ‘Sinus patients often endure a significant amount of suffering’
For patients dealing with sinusitis, the question of when to go see a doctor or an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialist is important. According to Dr. Joseph Capo of the Capo Nose and Sinus Center, seeing an ENT specialist when dealing with sinusitis is a very important step.
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Mikulin: A Solid Relationship Between New York Law Enforcement Agencies and U.S. Ice Will Help Restore Public Safety
Mar 1, 2024In a recent statement, Mikulin highlighted the importance of strengthening the relationship between New York law enforcement agencies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to enhance public safety.Mikulin emphasized the need for protection of American citizens, as evidenced by the tragic case of Laken Riley, stating, "American citizens need to be protected so families like Laken Riley do not lose a loved one." The individual responsible for Laken Riley's death had been arrested and released by local police in New York City before federal...
