Human trafficking is a deeply disturbing issue that occurs in every part of our country, including right here in New York. Anyone can be a victim of human trafficking. It is a pervasive issue that hurts far too many. Every person has the right to dignity...

As war ravaged Europe in the 1940s, there were few places Jews could seek shelter as they fled Nazi persecution. One such place was Oswego, New York, which welcomed Jewish refugees with open arms at a time when hatred and fear were far too prevalent both...

It’s an exciting time of year in Upstate New York. During the summer months, there are tons of fun family-friendly events happening around our communities, and the Oswego Harborfest is one of my favorite local activities. Not only will there be unique...

New York’s effort to relieve burdens on the criminal justice system by “raising the age” of criminal responsibility is a flawed and failing policy. Young offenders committing violent crimes face little to no repercussions and are emboldened by a...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay today announced he will host the fifth annual Local Landscapes and Landmarks visual art exhibit, where artists from the 120th Assembly District share their talent for capturing Central New York’s natural beauty...

Spikes in child care costs, like those impacting just about every other good and service in New York, have created economic hardship for families all over the state. These challenges have forced many families to pass up earnings opportunities in order...

As the school year comes to a close and students start their summer break, I am excited to once again host the annual New York State Assembly Summer Reading Challenge for children of the 120th Assembly District. The purpose of this challenge is to encourage...

With the official start of summer, Central New York offers an exciting variety of family-friendly events for residents and visitors to enjoy. These activities provide the perfect opportunity to appreciate the warm weather while spending quality time together....

The dairy industry has not only been one of the more important forces in American nutrition, but it has also helped propel New York into one of the most significant agricultural centers in the country. This month, I encourage all those in the state to...

New York has made strides in combating the ongoing opioid crisis, but much work remains as we still have far too many deaths in the state. For many of us, this epidemic is personal. It could be an acquaintance, friend or family member—the opioid crisis...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) announced his office will once again be collecting food items needed for school children this summer. These items will be distributed in partnership with Blessing in a Backpack’s Fulton, Hannibal and...

Each May, we celebrate and offer our thanks to the incredibly brave men and women of our law enforcement community. During National Police Week, which was established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, we also reflect on the enormous sacrifice made...

Readily available and reliable mental health services are a critical part of building strong communities. Often overlooked, good mental hygiene provides a major boost to our quality of life, our neighborhoods and even our economy. For that reason, during...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) awarded 25 area high school students from 10 school districts with the Community Service Youth Recognition Award. This award recognizes outstanding high school students who volunteer and work tirelessly...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) presented a proclamation to John Guralny, a man who came face-to-face with an armed intruder at his place of employment on Jan. 4, 2024. An individual came to White’s Lumber in Pulaski carrying a pistol,...

On Tuesday, April 30, 2024, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) attended United Way’s 14th Annual “Stone Soup, Too!” luncheon at Holy Trinity in Fulton, New York. All proceeds collected support local food pantries. Contributing delicious...

On Wednesday, April 24, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) attended a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Sterling Nature Center Resiliency Education Building. This transformative initiative will benefit countless...

Today, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), in partnership with the Oswego County Farm Bureau and Oswego County Sheriff Don Hilton announced the start of a new, slow-moving vehicle traffic awareness yard sign campaign. The signs feature...

On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, during legislative session in the Assembly Chamber, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) and members of the Minority Conference recognized Army veterans on Honor Flight Day. Leader Barclay was joined by Timothy...

“The troubling trend with New York’s budgeting seems to be the higher the spending number gets, the more backward the process becomes. We’re two weeks past the April 1 deadline. We’re about to set another record-high for state spending. And this...