Mary Beth Walsh - Assembly District 112 |Assembly Member Directory | New York State Assembly

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Walsh: New York’s Green Light Law Wrongfully Restricts Residents From Trusted Traveler Programs

“I have opposed the “Green Light Law,” which allows illegal immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses, from the very start. When this legislation passed last year, I feared the far-reaching implications that would arise. Now, the federal...

Walsh Calls For Greater Transparency In Board Of Regents Interviews

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) pictured at the Board of Regents interviews on February 5, 2020.

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) participated in the Board of Regents interview process on February 5 and 12. The Board of Regents is comprised of 17 members who serve five-year terms: one from each of the state’s judicial districts...

Legislation To Extend Financial Support For Adult Children With Disabilities Passes Assembly

Today, legislation that aims to aid families and dependent adult children who have surpassed the age of majority for child support but have developmental disabilities that necessitate a living allowance passed the Assembly with overwhelming bipartisan...

Walsh Stands Alongside Law Enforcement Calling For Repeal Of Bail Reform

“Since implementation there have been well over 100 examples of the new bail reform laws failing our state. Each day, we hear another devastating story of individuals being victimized as a result of these changes,” said Walsh. “There is...

Walsh Reacts To Gov. Cuomo’s Budget Address

“Gov. Cuomo’s budget address proved once again that his priorities are misplaced. Our state is going into the year with a $6.1 billion budget gap, and quite frankly, Gov. Cuomo should be more concerned with addressing this significant fiscal...

Walsh Condemns Bail Reform Bill

Today, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) joined her colleagues at a press conference condemning the newly implemented bail ‘reform’ changes. In addition to her colleagues, Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen, Schoharie...

Walsh Supports Passage Of Limousine Safety Bills

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) is a proud co-sponsor of several bills within a package of limousine safety bills that were passed by the Assembly today. The legislation was developed in response to the tragic limousine crash in Schoharie...

Walsh Appointed Assistant Minority Leader Pro Tempore

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) today announced that she has been appointed the Assistant Minority Leader Pro Tempore by Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski). In this new role, Walsh will be instrumental in preparation...

Walsh Reacts To Gov. Cuomo’s Address

“It took the governor an hour and fifteen minutes to address the issue of a $6 billion budget shortfall. Instead he outlined a litany of past ‘accomplishments’, million and billion dollar projects and pieces of his ‘progressive’...

Walsh Statement On Repeat Arrest Of Justin Peters

Today, Assemblywoman Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) reacted to two recent releases put out by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office announcing that Milton resident, Justin Peters, who was arrested on Sunday on multiple charges that included a domestic incident...

Walsh Named New York Farm Bureau 2019 Circle Of Friends

“It is an honor to be recognized as part of New York Farm Bureau’s 2019 Circle of Friends. The Farm Bureau is a volunteer organization that strives to solve economic problems for laborers in the agricultural industry. In order to be listed on...

Walsh Responds To Recent Developments ToSt. Clare’s Pension Crisis

“It’s been a little more than a year since the 1,100 St. Clare’s pensioners were given less than two weeks’ notice that their hard-earned pensions would be taken away. The situation has been simply unacceptable, and these individuals...

Walsh Responds To Projected $6.1 Billion Budget Gap

The State Division of the Budget announced in late November that the state is projected to face a $6.1 billion shortfall in this year’s fiscal plan. The Assembly Majority is looking toward an increase in taxes to help bridge the gap. “The reality...

Walsh Presents Funding Grant to Ballston Spa Public Library

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) presents a grant to Ballston Spa Public Library on November 26, 2019.

On November 26, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) presented a grant to Ballston Spa Public Library. Walsh arranged a $13,000 grant in State Bullet Aid Funding. “I am delighted to have been able to play a role in allocating funding to...

Walsh Responds to NYSDOT Commissioner

Bridge strikes by tractor trailers have been occurring at Glenridge Road in Glenville. In response, the NYSDOT will enhance the reflectivity of existing signs and will install additional signs. Representatives of the NYSDOT will also be collaborating...

Walsh Hosts Successful Task Force On Learning For Work Forum

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) pictured with Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,I,C,Ref-Lockport) at their Task Force on Learning for Work forum on November 12, 2019 in Ballston.

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) joined Co-chairs Assemblymen Ken Blankenbush (R,C,I-Black River) and Mike Norris (R,I,C,Ref-Lockport) as well as Assemblymen Dan Stec (R,C,I-Queensbury), Kevin Byrne (R,C,Ref-Mahopac) and Jake Ashby (R,C,I,Ref-Castleton)...

Tedisco, Walsh: “Hit the Pause Button on Bail Reform and Get Out-of-Jail-Free Cards” for Criminals

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) (pictured left to right) with Michael and Regina Stewart, Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen, Sen. Tedisco, and Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo at a press conference on November 12, 2019.

Clifton Park—Sen. Jim Tedisco (R,C,I,Ref-Glenville) and Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) today announced new legislation they are sponsoring to hit the pause button on the far-reaching bail and discovery reform legislation that was...

Walsh Presents Funding Grant To Supervisor Koetzle For Town Of Glenville

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) presents a grant to Supervisor Chris Koetzle for the Town of Glenville on October 28, 2019.

On October 28, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) presented a grant to Supervisor Chris Koetzle for the Town of Glenville. Walsh arranged a $100,000 grant through the State and Municipal Facilities program of the State Dormitory Authority....

Walsh Presents ThinkDIFFERENTLY Initiative to Saratoga County Board

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) presented the ThinkDIFFERENTLY initiative to the members of the Law and Finance Committee of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors on October 9, 2019.

On October 9, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) presented the ThinkDIFFERENTLY initiative to the members of the Law and Finance Committee of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors ahead of their adoption of a resolution declaring Saratoga...

Walsh Presents ThinkDIFFERENTLY Initiative to Saratoga County Board

Today, Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C,I-Ballston) presented the ThinkDIFFERENTLY initiative to the members of the Law and Finance Committee of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors ahead of their adoption of a resolution declaring Saratoga County...