Tag Archives: Mandate Relief

Statement on the governor’s State of the State address

The no-nonsense, results-orientated approach Governor Cuomo took in his State of the State address today is just what we need to tackle the serious problems our state faces. I was especially pleased to see him focus on Medicaid reform and … Continue reading

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Lupardo returns to Assembly in important role for Upstate

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) will play an increasingly important role for Upstate, when she returns to the Assembly. Lupardo will take the oath of office at noon on Wednesday, January 5th, in the Assembly Chamber as they convene for the … Continue reading

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Statement in support of a property tax cap and mandate relief

As you may know, the state Senate recently passed a property tax cap bill.  It’s not clear whether the bill will come up for a vote in the Assembly before the end of this year.  Given the crushing burden of … Continue reading

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Lupardo calls for mandate relief discussion in budget negotiations

According to Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell), mandate relief must be an integral part of budget negotiations.  “The economic crisis we are facing provides us with the opportunity to address specific mandate relief requests from educators, health care providers, municipalities and … Continue reading

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