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Valentine's for Veterans delivers cards, supplies to Long Island vets

Assemblyman Ed Ra has partnered with the Mineola School District, Mineola Memorial Library, and Hillside Public Library to conduct the annual Valentine's for Veterans program.

By Nassau Standard | Feb 13, 2025

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Senator's book drive collects over 1,000 books for underserved communities

Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick has announced the success of a community book drive organized by her office.

By Nassau Standard | Feb 11, 2025

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State funding secured for lighting project on Nassau Expressway

By Nassau Standard | Feb 10, 2025

Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, in collaboration with Assemblyman Ari Brown, County Executive Bruce Blakeman, and Lawrence Village Mayor Samuel Nahmias, has announced the allocation of $150,000 in state funding for a lighting...

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Assemblyman questions NYC mayor on public safety and policy issues

By Nassau Standard | Feb 4, 2025

During a recent Local Governments Committee public hearing, Assemblyman Ari Brown questioned New York City Mayor Eric Adams on pressing issues related to public safety.

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Assemblyman calls for action on New York's early intervention program failures

By Nassau Standard | Jan 22, 2025

Assemblyman Ari Brown, alongside Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio and Assemblyman Ed Ra, has called for urgent reforms to New York's Early Intervention (EI) program.

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New York bill aims to protect pro-Israel public materials from vandalism

By Nassau Standard | Jan 22, 2025

The New York State legislative body is considering a bill aimed at protecting the free-speech rights of American Jews.

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Senator launches book drive to promote literacy in Nassau County

By Nassau Standard | Jan 17, 2025

Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick has announced a book drive aimed at promoting literacy and sharing the joy of reading within the community.

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Senator critiques omissions in Governor Hochul’s state address

By Nassau Standard | Jan 15, 2025

Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick has issued a statement following Governor Kathy Hochul's recent State of the State Address.

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Assemblyman Ed Ra honors police with student-led 'Praise Our Police' initiative

By Nassau Standard | Jan 15, 2025

Assemblyman Ed Ra of Franklin Square introduced a resolution in the New York State Assembly Chamber to honor Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.

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New York Senate Republicans unveil 2025 "Liberate New York" legislative agenda

By Nassau Standard | Jan 14, 2025

The New York State Senate Republican Conference has introduced a legislative agenda titled "Liberate New York" for 2025.

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Assemblyman Mikulin criticizes Governor Hochul's State of the State address

By Nassau Standard | Jan 14, 2025

While Governor Hochul's State of the State address tackled affordability and inflation, it has drawn criticism for being disconnected from the realities faced by New Yorkers.

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Senate Republicans unveil 'Liberate New York' legislative agenda for 2025

By Nassau Standard | Jan 13, 2025

Today in Albany, Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, alongside the New York State Senate Republican Conference, introduced a legislative agenda titled "Liberate New York" for 2025.

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Senator Steve Rhoads launches third annual mobile office hours tour

By Nassau Standard | Jan 10, 2025

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads is set to commence the third year of his Mobile Office Hours initiative, aimed at fostering direct communication with constituents in Senate District 5.

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Republican senators demand Janno Lieber's resignation over subway crime remarks

By Nassau Standard | Jan 9, 2025

On the first day of the 2025 legislative session, Senate Republicans from the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island demanded the resignation or removal of Janno Lieber as Chairman of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).

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Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick begins second term in New York State Senate

By Nassau Standard | Jan 9, 2025

Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick has been sworn in for her second term representing Senate District 9 in the New York State Senate.

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Ari Brown begins new term focused on local economies and community priorities

By Nassau Standard | Jan 8, 2025

Assemblyman Ari Brown has begun his new term representing New York's 20th Assembly District.

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Assemblyman Ra supports governor's plan for expanded Child Tax Credit

By Nassau Standard | Jan 6, 2025

Assemblyman Ed Ra from Franklin Square has expressed his support for the governor's proposal to expand the Child Tax Credit in New York.

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Governor Hochul's congestion pricing policy faces criticism from Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick

By Nassau Standard | Jan 5, 2025

Today, the implementation of Governor Hochul's congestion pricing policy has sparked criticism from some New York lawmakers.

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Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick launches book drive for community literacy

By Nassau Standard | Jan 3, 2025

Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick is encouraging the community to participate in a book drive aimed at promoting literacy.

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Blumencranz partners with Hicksville Library for successful toy drive

By Nassau Standard | Dec 20, 2024

Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz recently hosted the annual Toys for Tots holiday toy drive, collaborating with the Hicksville Public Library as a donation drop-off point.