Category Archives: Statements

Statement on DiNapoli’s plan for drilling accidents

Given the level of concern about the environmental risks associated with drilling, I am glad Comptroller DiNapoli has proposed this legislation. It will provide a much needed sense of security by ensuring that the industry is held accountable.

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Statement on appointment to High-Volume Hydraulic Fracturing Advisory Panel

I have been asked to join a distinguished group of advocates on this important advisory panel. The Department of Environmental Conservation is moving toward establishing the strictest rules and regulations governing the extraction of natural gas in the country. Going … Continue reading

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Statement on NYSUNY 2020 Challenge Grant Program

I am pleased that NYSUNY 2020 recognizes that establishing one, or even two, “flagships” would create fundamental inequalities throughout the SUNY system. Fortunately, NYSUNY 2020 applies to all four of the University Centers, as I argued for in my letter … Continue reading

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Statement on Fiala appointment as DMV Commissioner

Governor Cuomo’s appointment of Broome County Executive Barbara Fiala as Commissioner for the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognition of her many achievements in 40 plus years of public service. Her experience as County Clerk … Continue reading

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Statement on Governor Cuomo’s budget proposal

I appreciate Governor Cuomo’s blunt assessment of our state’s finances; we spend more than we make. It’s unsustainable and puts our economy at a competitive disadvantage. We have difficult decisions ahead of us, but it’s important we do what’s necessary … Continue reading

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