Press Releases

Jensen Hosts Successful Third Annual Health and Wellness Fair

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) successfully hosted his third annual Health and Wellness Fair this past Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Greece Ridge Mall alongside Rochester Regional Health and the University of Rochester Medical Center, bringing together...

Jensen Announces State Aid Funding for Local Library Construction

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) proudly announces that the Greece Public Library has been awarded $917,115 in state funding for a comprehensive renovation project aimed at improving the library. The funding, part of the $34 million in capital funds...

Minority Members of Assembly Health Committee Call for Oversight of CDPAP Reforms

Today, Assemblyman Josh Jensen, ranking Minority member of the Assembly Health Committee, and the Minority members of the committee called on Governor Kathy Hochul to reinstate state comptroller oversight to the bid process of the Consumer Directed Personal...

Jensen on 2024 Legislative Session: A Waste of Time

“Unsurprisingly, once again, the end of the legislative session has been defined by a mad dash to pass legislation that has had very limited public input and will have a tremendous impact on the daily lives of New Yorkers. It’s truly unfortunate that...

Jensen: Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program Changes Raises Great Concern

With news of a conceptual budget agreement that includes drastic changes to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program, we have serious concerns that potential reforms could lead to negative outcomes for New Yorkers and their families in the disabled...

Jensen: Government Takeover on Utilities Raises Great Concern for Monroe County

“I have concerns about the push to attempt a government takeover of our utilities in Monroe County. Next week, the County Legislature will vote on whether to spend $1 million dollars on a public utility study, and I think there are surely better ways...

Jensen: Investing in Our Child Care is Investing in our Future

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Today, Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) joined his colleagues in the Assembly Minority Conference to unveil a common-sense legislative package that would address issues in New York’s child care system. Emphasizing the need for accessibility and...

Jensen, Local Representatives Push for Restoration of Critical Highway Infrastructure Funding

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Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece), Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C-Batavia) and local town supervisors and highway superintendents held a press conference today, Feb. 22, 2024, to highlight their opposition to Gov. Hochul’s slashing of local transportation...

Assemblyman Jensen Earns a Spot on City & State Health Care Power List

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Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) was listed in City & State’s Health Care Power 100, which identifies the most important public officials, health care leaders and other individuals who are seeking solutions to challenges in this area every day....

Jensen: 2024 Budget Lacks Spending Restraint in The Right Places

“Today, in her budget proposal, the governor proposed a record New York state budget. While families are struggling with their own finances, this proposal would see our state’s obligation increase by $6 billion. While we must prioritize and fund services...

Assemblyman Josh Jensen’s Reaction to State of The State

“Yesterday’s State of the State address by Gov. Hochul certainly included a grandiose plan for New York in the 2024 legislative session, however the true viability of her plans will depend heavily on their cost and whether of not New York’s taxpayers...

Community Gathers to Celebrate “Sergeant Gary Beikirch Memorial Highway”

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On Tuesday, Dec. 12, Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) held a ceremony to celebrate the completed road sign installation in honor of Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Gary Beikirch, of Greece, NY, with his family, friends, church members and community...

Community Members Gather to Memorialize ‘Specialist Jason Hasenauer Memorial Highway’

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece), today, was joined by the family of Specialist Jason Hasenauer, fellow elected officials including Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt and community members for a ceremony commemorating the dedication of a portion of New...

Community Members Gather to Dedicate ‘Firefighter Robert Fowler Memorial Highway’

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece), today, was joined by the family of Firefighter Robert Fowler, fellow elected officials including Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt and community members for a ceremony commemorating the dedication of a portion of New...

Jensen: $229 Billion Budget Misses the Mark

“$229 billion later and more than 30 days past the original due date, we can finally say New York state has a budget, however, not one that uses New York taxpayer dollars efficiently and effectively. Like most things in life, there is some good to be...

Jensen: Budget Dysfunction and Calling for All Budget Bills to Age

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) joined fellow Assembly Members and Senate Minority colleagues yesterday for a press conference regarding the use of messages of necessity for budget bills. “The budget is now 26 days late and there has been a stunning...

Assembly Majority Rejects Common-Sense ‘Financial Literacy’ Education

On Tuesday, April 18th, the Assembly Committee on Education rejected legislation (A.2928) introduced by Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) that would require all public and private schools to provide students with financial literacy education. Jensen’s...

Jensen: Another Budget Extender

"With spring in the air, it's apparently still Groundhog Day in Albany. Back once again to pass another budget extender, the state government is still failing in its duty to deliver an on-time budget to the people of New York. It seems as if, despite...

Jensen Attends School Safety & Security Press Conference

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Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C-Greece) attended a press conference today alongside Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), Captain Tracey Quinn of the Greene County Sheriff’s office and members of the Assembly Minority Conference to discuss...

Jensen Reacts to Second Bomb Threat at Hilton Central School District

“The news of a second bomb threat against Hilton CSD and the community is concerning and shocking. I commend the district for prioritizing the safety and security of its students and staff and thank the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and local law...