Legislation gives all veterans retirement credit for time served (ALBANY, NY) – Saluting their service to our country, all veterans will now be eligible to receive New York State retirement credit for time served in the military. Governor Cuomo signed the bill updating the Military Service Credit Law on May 31st. “Our veterans have sacrificed so much during their time … Read More
2016 Constituent Survey Results
The 2016 Constituent Survey received a great response again this year. Below is a breakdown of the responses, along with an update on each issue. The percentages do not add up to 100%, as each question included a certain number of people who left it blank. 1) Do you support the Regional Economic Development Council/Upstate Revitalization Initiative process to award … Read More
eNews: April’s Top 5
1. Plans for new Agricultural Center unveiled Last month, I joined New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard Ball to unveil plans for a new Agriculture Development Center that will help support local farmers. The center is being funded primarily through a $500,000 Assembly grant I was able to secure, along with a $500,000 grant from the … Read More
Lupardo Outlines 2016-17 NYS Budget Highlights
As the new fiscal year begins, I wanted to provide you with information regarding important funding and initiatives included in the budget that will benefit the Southern Tier. My main concern was making sure that Upstate’s interests and concerns were heard. Increased support for our schools and infrastructure, a plan to address our heroin problem, along with Paid Family Leave, … Read More
Lupardo secures $500K for new Ag Development Center
With a focus on agriculture as an economic driver in the Southern Tier, plans for a new agriculture development center that will further development of the industry were unveiled Thursday. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo joined New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard Ball and other local representatives to discuss the project. The new center is being funded through … Read More
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Charla G. Hull
As the first woman to represent Broome County in the State Assembly, I greatly appreciate the efforts of those who helped pave the way for women lawmakers in our area. Charla G. Hull was among these women; self-educated in law, she was the first woman to be nominated for county-wide office when she ran for County Clerk in 1945. Although … Read More
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Dr. Mary Ross
(Photo Courtesy of Broome County Historical Society) As the Chair of the Legislative Women’s Caucus, I’m highlighting some important local women and their work for Women’s History Month. Dr. Mary Ross is the focus of our third spotlight. When Dr. Mary Ross first came to Binghamton, she was discouraged from practicing by many people who believed a woman doctor would … Read More
Lupardo to file bill to require water testing in schools
State Education Department would craft regulations In light of recent concerns over lead in drinking sources at schools across the State, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo announced Friday that she is filing a bill in the New York State Assembly directing the State Education Department (SED) to require school districts to test their drinking water for lead. Within the last month Binghamton, … Read More
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Beccye Fawcette
(Photo Courtesy of Broome County Historical Society) As the Chair of the Legislative Women’s Caucus, I’m highlighting some important local women and their work for Women’s History Month. Our second spotlight takes a look at Beccye Fawcette. Beccye Fawcette was a leader for women of color in Broome County. She was the first African-American employed at the Broome County Library, … Read More
eNews: February’s Top 5
Here are the top five items from the last month. 1. Mercy House opens This past Sunday I attended the grand opening of Mercy House in Endicott. This center provides end of life care for terminally ill patients; from personal experience I know how valuable this resource will be for our community. I was able to secure $250,000 in capital funding … Read More