Senator Lea Webb, Assemblymember Lupardo, UUP, and Student Advocates Rally for Funding for the State University of New York in the NYS Budget Binghamton, NY – Senator Lea Webb, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, the United University Professions (UUP), members of the Graduate Student Employee Union (GSEU), and the SUNY Educational Opportunities Program (EOP) rallied today at Binghamton University to advocate for … Read More
Legislators Fight to Protect STOP-DWI Program, Push for Solution in Finalized State Budget
Legislators Fight to Protect STOP-DWI Program, Push for Solution in Finalized State Budget Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, Senator Tim Kennedy and others are advocating for measures to protect local STOP-DWI programs, which are facing funding shortages. The State Senate’s budget proposal includes a measure to address this concern. The STOP-DWI program was created in 1981 to provide counties with … Read More
eNews: February 2023
Dear e-News Readers: Looking forward to Spring arriving soon, if the weather can decide which season we’re in. Meanwhile, I’ll be spending most of the next month in Albany working on the state budget. I appreciate hearing from hundreds of you who have written about various budget concerns. I will do my best to speak up on your behalf. Donna … Read More
eNews: January 2023
Dear e-News Readers: Our legislative session is in full swing in Albany, which means I spend three days a week at the Capitol. My office has already received hundreds of emails on dozens of topics, detailing concerns about legislation and spending priorities in the budget due April 1. I try my best to take all of this input into consideration … Read More
E-News: December 2022
Dear e-News Readers: I hope you had a good holiday season and a happy and healthy new year ahead. As always, I’ll be focused on the many positive developments in our community, while continuing to address the many challenges we face. I’ve been given the privilege of representing you in Albany for two more years, and you have my pledge … Read More
Lupardo/Harckham Legislation for 2-1-1 Signed Into Law
Lupardo/Harckham Legislation for 2-1-1 Signed Into Law Bill will integrate 2-1-1 into state emergency response efforts (Albany, NY) Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo announced that Governor Hochul signed into law a bill she introduced with Senator Pete Harckham to add the statewide Director of 2-1-1 to the state’s Disaster Preparedness Commission during a state disaster emergency. The main goal of the legislation … Read More
Holiday Giving Boxes Go to 255 Local Families
Holiday Giving Boxes Go to 255 Local Families Lupardo, Garnar, CHOW, CCE, The Leadership Alliance, & BT-BOCES prepare & deliver boxes (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – With overwhelming support from the community, Holiday Giving Boxes will help provide 255 complete holiday meals to local families this week after reaching a fundraising goal of $11,250, $3,750 more than last year’s goal. Representatives from all partner agencies, … Read More
E-News: November 2022
Dear e-News Reader: With December arriving faster than expected, I’d like to wish each and every one a happy and healthy holiday season. I’m hoping to take a few days off to rest and regroup with friends and family, before the new year kicks into gear. Best wishes to all, Donna 1. Avelo Airlines Takes Its First Flight On November … Read More
E-News: October 2022
Dear e-News Reader: October was very busy with announcements and other seasonal activities. I always enjoy Halloween and attended a costume party to benefit the YWCA. Meanwhile, election season is in full swing. If you need information about voting go to: Broomevotes.com. Their website is very helpful. Best wishes to all, Donna 1. Funding Secured for Law Enforcement Training Center … Read More
Holiday Giving Boxes to Support Local Families
Holiday Giving Boxes to Support Local Families Lupardo, CCE, The Agency, CHOW, & B-T BOCES Team Up (Broome County, NY) – For a third year, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County, CHOW, and Broome-Tioga BOCES are teaming up to provide holiday meals for local families this holiday season. This year, they are also welcoming The Agency as … Read More