If there is a lesson to be learned from this legislative session, it is that elections have consequences. One-party rule has removed the political checks and balances that previously existed in state government. The state Senate is now run by those...

“Today, members of the Assembly Majority advanced a bill through committee that would allow illegal immigrants to obtain a driver’s license,” said Barclay. “This bill was passed prematurely, with little regard for how it would affect...

Yesterday, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) announced that legislation to correct a clerical error between the Fulton City School District and the State Education Department passed the Assembly. The bill, if signed into law, would protect...

A statement from Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) following a meeting with Gov. Cuomo and state legislators to discuss Lake Ontario’s rising water levels. “Today, I was pleased to meet with the governor, his staff and other Lake...

Members of the Assembly Majority have proposed a bill that would, once again, place restrictions on hunters and sportsmen across New York. The bill, A.722a, would ban hunting contests, competitions, tournaments or derbies in the state. Those who participate...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) welcomed City of Fulton Fire Department Chief David Eiffe, left, to Albany on May 20 during National Emergency Medical Services week. “I’d like to thank Chief Eiffe for taking the time to visit the...

For victims of heinous crimes whose perpetrators are behind bars, parole hearings can be traumatic. The state can do more to protect victims and families of victims from undue suffering by passing Ramona’s Law. The bill extends the maximum time...

Today, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) joined Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua), Assemblyman Joseph M. Gigilio (R,C,I-Gowanda) and other members of the Assembly Minority Conference at a press conference to introduce...

It was less than 30 years ago when the Americans with Disabilities Act passed Congress and was signed into law by President George H. W. Bush. The law prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) today applauded the confirmation of Jane Corwin to the International Joint Commission (IJC)--a bi-national organization which represents the U.S. and Canada in water boundary and water resource matters. Corwin...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref—Pulaski) recently welcomed staff members from Vera House, Inc. to Albany. Vera House, Inc.’s mission is to prevent, respond to and partner to end domestic and sexual violence and other forms of abuse. The...

There is a bill gaining support in Albany that, if enacted, would further reduce the amount of farms in our state. The bill is called the Farmworkers Fair Labor Practices Act. It proposes new labor mandates, regulations, and financial burdens for farmers...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) recently met with members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) to discuss government policies impacting the practice of architecture in New York State. The representatives explained how various legislative...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref—Pulaski) today voiced opposition regarding a bill that if passed, would allow illegal immigrants the ability to obtain a driver’s license. Barclay said the bill is gaining support in Albany where Majority...

For years the Governor and the Assembly Majority has pushed for state-funded political campaigns. With one-party rule, publicly-funded political campaigns are nearing reality. This year, the budget authorized spending of up to $100 million annually to...

This week, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) criticized a new piece of legislation (A.3972) that would require employers to make official employment offers to candidates prior to inquiring about any criminal convictions of a prospective employee....

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) issued the following statement today in reaction to a bill (A.4319) that would make prison inmates eligible for parole at 55 if they’ve served 15 years. The legislation is being pushed by Majority lawmakers...

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) is calling on the U.S. Senate to approve the President's nominees to the International Joint Commission--a bi-national organization which represents the U.S. and Canada in water boundary and water resource...

What: Red Cross Blood Drive hosted by Assemblyman Will Barclay and Mayor Billy BarlowWhen: May 10 from 10 a.m.-2p.m.Where: 41 Lake Street, Oswego NY 13126 On Friday, May 10, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) and Mayor Bill Barlow will host...

In 1994, the state began the Linked Deposit Program (LDP) to assist and encourage firms, manufacturers and small businesses to make investments. This program offers reduced-rate financing to makes it less expensive to borrow money. Under this program,...