Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced today that he will be hosting a blood drive in support of Long Island Blood Services. The blood drive will take place on Thursday, August 8 from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post 1749,...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) applauded the recent announcement by the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regarding the successful acquisition of over $200 million in federal Social Services Block Grant funds to New York State....

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today is applauding the Department of Financial Services’ (DFS) investigation into unpaid life insurance benefits, which uncovered more than $1 billion in outstanding benefits to consumers nationwide, and over...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today is reminding local residents that this weekend, June 29-30, is free fishing weekend in New York State. During the weekend, anglers of all ages may fish New York’s fresh waters without a fishing license....

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) yesterday joined a bipartisan group of Assembly members to restore funding for the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). The legislation, which passed unanimously, will restore the $90 million...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today applauded the announcement that an agreement has been reached to restore funding lost in this year’s state budget for the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Under the terms of...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) is encouraging residents to learn about a new statewide emergency tracking system to ensure the safety of patients and residents when health care and human services facilities are forced to evacuate as a result...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) recently launched his 12th Annual Summer Reading Challenge. As part of the challenge, students pledged to read 15 minutes or more each day for at least 40 days during the months of July and August. “Reading...

Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) and the Nassau County Traffic Safety Board will be conducting a child car seat safety check. The event will be held on Friday, June 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Curé of Ars Church, 2323 Merrick...

Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) will appear on the Cablevision program “Meet the Leaders” during the months of May and June. Assemblyman McDonough and host Pat Halpin discussed numerous topics including the New York State Budget,...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) is pleased to inform residents that I Love My Park Day is coming to Jones Beach on May 4, 2013. The day, which allows volunteers to help clean up, improve and beautify local parks, was an outstanding success...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) is applauding an on-going statewide initiative called RecruitNY, which allows local fire departments to open their doors to area residents so they can learn what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter in their...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) took time today to remind local businesses of the pending deadline for loan applications for storm-damaged property. Businesses affected by the storm, that have not previously applied for relief through the U.S....

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) tonight expressed his support for the 2013-14 New York State budget, saying it was on-time and provided needed relief for Long Island. “I am very pleased that we’ve been able to complete our third consecutive...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) recently represented the Assembly Minority delegation during the joint budget conference committee meeting on Transportation. During his remarks, Assemblyman McDonough again called for strong support for the...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today joined a bipartisan group of senators and assembly members to call on the governor and Department of Transportation (DOT) to allocate greater funding through the Consolidated Highway Improvement Program...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) hosted a blood drive along with the Long Island Blood Services and their volunteers to help combat the ongoing blood shortage. Nearly 100 local residents took time out of their day to donate blood, which will...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) recently joined the sixth grade class at Levy-Lakeside School, where he read “One Green Apple” as part of the Community Read Aloud Celebration. The program promotes cultural diversity and understanding in...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) recently joined the fifth grade class at Saw Mill Elementary School, where he discussed the similarities and differences between the New York State and U.S. governments. “I found these students to be extremely...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) recently participated in the joint budget hearing on transportation. During the hearing, McDonough questioned Department of Transportation Commissioner Joan McDonald about the ongoing work on the Hempstead Turnpike...