McDonough Summer Reading Challenge Calendars Available
Jun 30, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced that he is sponsoring 2015 Summer Reading Challenge at elementary schools in his district. The Summer Reading Challenge is designed to encourage students to continue learning through reading during...
Session Complete, But Many Missed Opportunities
Jun 25, 2015
“As we look back on this year’s legislative session, I think we have missed huge opportunities to clean up Albany, fully address the Common Core issues, and restore faith in government. The last few days of session were riddled with gridlock and a...
McDonough: Assembly Majority Push Rent Control, Long Island Needs Tax Control
Jun 16, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today criticized legislative leaders for their narrow-minded policy that exclusively focuses on extending rent control in New York City. Upon his election to the role of speaker, Carl Heastie proclaimed, “…A...
McDonough: Zombie Properties A Detriment To Long Island, Legislature Needs To Act
Jun 11, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today called on legislative leaders in the Assembly to address the growing problem of zombie properties that adversely affect thousands of Long Island residents. McDonough applauded the Department of Financial...
McDonough To Host Free Car Seat Safety Check
Jun 3, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) will be hosting a free car seat safety check on Friday, June 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Cure of Ars Church located at 2323 Merrick Ave in Merrick. Appointments are required and anyone interested should...
McDonough Calls For DMV To Stop Selling Personal Information
Jun 1, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today called on the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to cease the policy of selling drivers’ personal information to for-profit companies. The DMV reportedly made $60 million last year selling such information....
McDonough: Victory For Teachers, Assembly Passes Bill Prohibiting Confidentiality Agreements
May 29, 2015
"I have heard of numerous complaints from parents and educators regarding the confidentiality agreements which prohibited teachers from commenting on state tests. Today, we took a step toward fixing this problem. Assembly bill 7402, which I co-sponsored,...
Session Winding Down, Many Issues Unresolved
May 28, 2015
With only 11 days left to conduct the people’s work in Albany, I have begun to reflect on what we have accomplished during this year’s session and what remains unaddressed. Unfortunately, the latter weighs more heavily on my mind. Despite the tumult...
McDonough: Teachers, Students Have A Right To Testing Material, Confidentiality Agreements Wrong Approach
May 20, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today urged the Assembly Majority to bring A.7402, a measure that would strike the requirement that certain education employees sign confidentiality agreements, to the floor for a vote. McDonough said it is irresponsible...
McDonough Announces APPR/Common Core Reform Bill Set To Pass Assembly, Applauds Education Committee
May 19, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today applauded members of the Assembly’s Committee on Education for passing A.7303-a, which enacts a variety of measures relating to Annual Professional Performance Reviews (APPR), Common Core testing and...
McDonough Announces Free Car Seat Safety Check
May 19, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today announced the return of his free car seat safety check on Friday, June 5, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Cure of Ars Church at 2323 Merrick Avenue in Merrick. The event will be held in conjunction...
McDonough To Host Free Identity Theft Prevention Seminar
May 13, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) will be hosting a free Identity Theft Prevention Seminar on Thursday, May 14 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Wantagh Library located at 3285 Park Avenue in Wantagh. This is one of several free public safety...
McDonough Announces Free Identity Theft Seminar
May 12, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced that he will hold a free identity theft seminar on Thursday, May 14 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Wantagh Library located at 3285 Park Avenue in Wantagh. McDonough said he is excited to, once again,...
McDonough: ‘Invite Only’ Education Summit Reinforces Out-Of-Touch Approach
May 5, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today commented on a summit, to be held in Albany, to receive public input regarding the new teacher evaluation system that was passed in this year’s state budget. The summit is reportedly “invite only,”...
McDonough To Host Community Blood Drive
Apr 28, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) will be hosting his annual community blood drive on Thursday, April 30 from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Merrick Road Golf Clubhouse at 2550 Clubhouse Road in Merrick. McDonough sees this event as an opportunity...
McDonough: Schools Come Out Victorious As Teacher Evaluations Likely To Be Delayed
Apr 23, 2015
“Last night’s news that the State Education Department (SED) plans to delay implementation of the new teacher evaluations until September 2016 is a major victory for our students, teachers and parents. A little more than three weeks ago, the Assembly...
McDonough: Utility Costs Continue To Skyrocket, Unfair To Add New Surcharge
Apr 22, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today commented on a report which indicated that the Public Service Commission (PSC) may allow utility companies to pass natural gas pipeline repair costs on to consumers. McDonough said other solutions would...
McDonough: Assembly Majority Ignores Opt-Out Movement, Kills Bill To Suspend Common Core
Apr 21, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today condemned Assembly Majority members on the Education Committee for ignoring the concerns of teachers, parents and students by voting against the suspension of Common Core testing. Members of the Assembly...
McDonough Announces Community Blood Drive
Apr 13, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today announced the return of his yearly blood drive on April 30 from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Merrick Road Golf Clubhouse at 2550 Clubhouse Road, Merrick. McDonough said he is looking forward to hosting...
McDonough: Front Line Educators Must Have A Say, Teacher Panel A Viable Option
Mar 26, 2015
Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) said today that those on the front lines of education must be given greater influence when it comes to shaping policy and budget initiatives. McDonough said he’s encouraged by the idea of including real stakeholders...
