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Stefanik Votes to Defund Biden’s funding IRS Agents

January 9, 2022 – Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik voted to pass the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act to block the Biden Administration from hiring 87,000 new IRS agents. Stefanik commented, “I am proud to vote to put an end to Biden’s army of IRS agents and stand up to protect small […]

How Republicans are transforming the House in the majority

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New laws for NY in 2023: Robocalls, minimum wage, nursing homes, voting reforms

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Kevin McCarthy elected 55th House speaker, quashes GOP rebellion with major concessions

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Stefanik issues statement after being sworn in

January 7, 2023 – Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik today was sworn in to represent New York’s 21st District during the 118th Congress. “Tonight, I proudly took the oath of office to continue representing New York’s 21st District and bringing their concerns to the highest levels of government. I will work tirelessly to deliver […]

COLUMN: SENATOR STEC OUTLINES 2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION PRIORITIES

A legislative column from Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) A recent poll from Siena College showed that a majority of New Yorkers believe our state is heading in the wrong direction. From public safety to economic issues, it’s clear that the status quo just isn’t working. The 2023 Legislative Session offers an opportunity to address these […]

Clinton County Legislature Holds Reorganizational Meeting

Clinton County News Release   January 5, 2023 – Plattsburgh, NY – The Clinton County Legislature held its 2023 reorganizational meeting on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. The Legislature reappointed Legislator Mark Henry (R-Area 3, Chazy) as its Chairperson with a unanimous vote of 10-0. The Legislature also reappointed Robert Hall (D-Area 10, Plattsburgh) as Deputy Chair, […]

New N.Y. laws that will go into effect on Jan. 1

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Hochul sworn in as first woman elected governor of New York

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Once a reformist ‘Watergate baby,’ Patrick Leahy leaves office a Washington institution

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Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoes bill to close NY tax loophole for condos

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Hochul signs N.Y. Living Donor Support Act

Makes N.Y. first in nation to allow reimbursement for kidney and liver donations Click here for the Sun Community News story 

New York lawmakers give themselves early Christmas present – a $32K raise

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N.Y. releases Prison Redevelopment recommendations

Commits to keeping systems running at Moriah Shock to prevent deterioration Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Jan. 6 Report Released

The House Jan. 6 Committee released the full version of its final report last night as the curtain closes on the committee’s 18-month investigation. The release comes after the panel voted to refer criminal charges against former President Donald Trump to the Justice Department Monday for his alleged role in the day’s events. The referrals are not binding and carry […]

Gov. Hochul vetoes bill allowing Upstate NY counties to ban holiday hunt

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Mannion beats Shiroff by 10 votes in 50th NY Senate district; judge orders election certified

Yes, every vote counts! Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

NY plans to change the way you heat your home. Gas, oil, propane furnaces to be phased out

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Hochul approves expanded child care access for New York

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New York’s sweeping climate and energy plan moves forward

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Troopers PBA tells members to ‘not cooperate’ with attorney general

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On November 8, 2022 a record number of Peru voters turned for a non-presidential year election

In 2022, 2,647 Peru voters cast ballots, 54.4% of Peru’s 4,867 registered voters. 262 voted early, 241 voted absentee and 22 voted by affidavit.  In 2018, the last non-presidential election, 2,460 Peru voters cast ballots, 57% of Peru’s 4,295 registered voters up from 49% non-presidential election year 20 27,906 voters cast ballots in Clinton County […]

Hochul signs legislation to end puppy mill pipeline

Bans the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits at retail pet stores Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Local leaders urge prison reuse with innovative ideas‘

Don’t mothball Moriah Shock,’ local officials urge while offering strategic new ideas Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Stefanik votes with House Democrats on gay marriage measure

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