“Restoring funding to OPWDD is the right thing to do,” said Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam). “The programs it supports are vital to our families. They can change the lives of the developmentally disabled by giving them the opportunity...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced the passage of three bills in the Assembly aimed at helping promote New York State food and products. “Agriculture is big business in New York State,” Santabarbara said. “With more families...

“The recent allegations of corruption are absolutely appalling. Serving in public office is about fighting for the needs of the people, not about self-gain. We must do more to crack down on political corruption and that’s why I’m sponsoring legislation...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced that three pieces of legislation he sponsored to cut costs for farmers and promote agricultural products produced in New York State moved through the Assembly Agriculture Committee. “The agriculture...

“In wake of the recent events that have taken place in Massachusetts and locally in Rotterdam, the types of struggles victims and their families face in the aftermath of a tragedy have been brought to the forefront,” said Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara...

“With Spring upon us and people spend more time outside, Earth Day is the perfect time to raise awareness about the issues affecting our environment,” said Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam). “Protecting our natural resources will also...

“Domestic violence can happen to anyone, at any time,” said Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam). “Victims need support from their community and deserve the resources necessary to help them get their lives back.” Each year, roughly...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) applauded Governor Cuomo and the Department of Environmental Conservation for easing regulations on dairy farms with 200 to 299 cows. “New York’s yogurt production has skyrocketed in recent years,”...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced his support for a package of bills aimed at ending unfair wage discrimination in New York. The bills passed the Assembly earlier today. “Unfortunately there are still workers who are being...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced that the 2013-14 state budget takes significant steps toward creating a more affordable and welcoming New York. It closes a $1.4 billion budget gap, invests in critical job creation programs and...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced he has secured funding in the 2013-14 budget for several local fire and police units. The funding provided was allocated through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance (JAG) Grant Program,...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced he has secured funding in the 2013-14 budget for the Amsterdam Fire Department. The funding provided was allocated through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance (JAG) Grant Program, which...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced final school aid figures in the 2013-14 New York State budget, which included an additional $936.6 million over last year’s budget. Each individual school district in the 111th Assembly District...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced final school aid figures in the 2013-14 New York State budget, which included an additional $936.6 million over last year’s budget. Each individual school district in the 111th Assembly District...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced the Assembly passed a 2013-14 state budget proposal that would provide mandate relief for local governments, promote growth for local businesses and protect vital funding for agricultural programs...

As local school districts struggle with crippling budget gaps, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced the Assembly passed its 2013-14 state budget proposal that includes an increase of $834 million in school aid above last year (E.182)....

Rotterdam, NY – State Senator Cecilia Tkaczyk, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, advocates, parents and service providers today called for additional funds to be included in the State budget to assist New Yorkers with developmental disabilities. Under...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) announced that he helped pass legislation to delay the issuance of hydrofracking permits in New York State until May 15, 2015 (A.5424-A). The measure would also require a comprehensive health impact assessment...

Honoring his Italian-American heritage, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Schenectady) announced that he has joined the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators. The conference, which has been in existence for over 30 years, is a bipartisan...

In an effort to help former armed service members find employment, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Schenectady) is inviting veterans to use to the Veterans Job Bank to assist them in their job search. “Although veterans possess many skills...