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Dear e-News Reader: February flew by. As our COVID numbers continue to drop, so do the many restrictions that had been put in place and this is positive news. I’m having to spend a lot of time in the Capitol working on the state budget, and will also be there through most of March. I’ve received hundreds of emails and … Read More

WORKING TOGETHER Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, 123rd AD   As we enter the new year, I’m grateful for the opportunity I’ve been given to serve this community and to all the people I’ve had the opportunity to work with. The last couple of years have not been easy, as we have navigated COVID together. There have been plenty of disagreements, frustrations, … Read More

JANUARY’S TOP 5 Dear e-News Reader: As we head into February, I’m hoping we’ll continue to see a decline in COVID cases and that we’re turning the corner on the pandemic. January was very busy with the new legislative session beginning and budget negotiations underway.  There are many opportunities for federal and state resources to come our way for expedited … Read More

Dear e-News Reader: I hope you were able to enjoy the holidays; I’m still looking forward to getting back to the way things used to be where I can see more family and friends. Here’s hoping for a happy and healthy new year. We have a lot of challenges ahead of us, but I’m convinced that the more we work … Read More

Dear e-News Reader: I hope that you had a Happy Thanksgiving and will have a safe and healthy holiday season. If you would like to sign up for your booster shot, visit: https://www.vaccines.gov/search/. I am currently getting ready for the legislative session to begin in January where we will have many important issues to tackle. As always, my office is open … Read More

Ballot Proposals There are 5 statewide ballot propositions up for consideration this year. Below is a summary of each one: PROP 1: Makes changes to NY’s redistricting process including speeding up the process in which we receive final draft maps, capping the number of State Senators at 63, increasing the vote threshold to pass draft maps when one party controls … Read More

Broome County COVID-19 Updates As we head into the colder months, COVID cases and hospitalizations have been steadily creeping back up due in part to the Delta variant. As of 9/23, Broome County had 723 active cases including 121 new cases and 44 hospitalizations. The overwhelming majority of these cases are those who are unvaccinated. While other parts of the … Read More

Dear e-News Reader: It’s hard to believe that August is over and Fall is right around the corner. The Summer had it’s challenges, but there were also many bright spots. I’m glad to live in a community where people stayed safe while attending the many outdoor events, farmers markets and other activities that were available. I also wanted to provide … Read More

1. Gloria Poff Remembered Gloria Poff, my Chief of Staff, passed away on Saturday, July 24th after a brief illness. We lost our guide, our problem-solver, cherished co-worker and dearest friend. For over 14 years of dedicated service, she made a positive difference in the lives of so many. Gloria provided assistance to thousands of constituents, local businesses, municipalities, and … Read More