Press Releases

Slater Honors Local Heroes at Veterans Hall of Fame Event

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) proudly hosted a Veterans Hall of Fame ceremony to honor veterans from each town within his district. This special event aimed to recognize and celebrate the bravery, dedication, and selfless service of local heroes...

Slater: Addressing Failing Septic Systems in Putnam Valley, Urging DEC for Expanded Support

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R-Yorktown) and Senator Rob Rolison recently met with concerned residents of Putnam Valley to address the growing issue of failing septic systems in communities lacking sewer infrastructure. Following the meeting, they sent a...

Slater: Governor Hochul Signs Proposal on Tax-Free Student Loan Payments Using 529 Funds

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is proud to announce that his original proposal to allow New Yorkers to withdraw funds from 529 college savings accounts tax-free to pay for student loans has been signed into law. The proposal, introduced by Slater...

Slater Visits Students from ROTC Program and Universal Pre-K Program at Brewster High School

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) visits Brewster High School, spending time with students from the ROTC program and the Universal Pre-K program. Slater praised the ROTC cadets for their dedication to leadership and service, while highlighting the...

Slater: Town of Kent Uses Division of Criminal Justice Services Tech Grant to Keep Roadways Safe

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R-Yorktown) stood with Kent Police Department and Town Supervisor after putting up an advanced speed monitoring system aimed at improving public safety and traffic enforcement in the community. This followed a technology grant...

Slater: Governor Hochul Approves Three Key Proposals Supporting 94th Assembly District Communities

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is celebrating a significant legislative achievement with Governor Kathy Hochul’s signing of three bills that will directly benefit the Towns of Yorktown, Kent, and Putnam Valley. The newly enacted laws aim to...

Slater Announces $348,850 in State Aid for Library Construction to Putnam and Westchester County Libraries

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As a ​​ ranking Minority member on the Committee on Libraries and Education Technology, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) announced that $210,187 has been allocated in state aid for library construction funds to the Westchester Library System’s...

Slater ‘Shed the Meds’ Event in Yorktown Successful

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown), organized another successful “Shed the Meds” event. This initiative was brought together by key supporters, including Yorktown Police Department, and notable organizations Drug Crisis in Our Backyard and Alliance...

Slater Hosts Successful Senior Resource Event, Connecting Local Seniors with Vital Resources

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) recently hosted a highly successful Senior Resource Event, bringing together local seniors, families, caregivers, and a wide range of service providers to help them access important resources and information. The...

Slater Announces Kiwi Country Day Camp Recognized as A Historic Business

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is proud to announce that Kiwi Country Day Camp, a beloved local business, has been officially recognized as a Historic Business. This prestigious designation honors Kiwi Country Day Camp for its longstanding commitment...

Slater Joins Community Effort to Support Putnam Cap 38th Annual Backpack Drive

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) and Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP), marked the 38th annual backpack drive to support their vital community initiatives. As always, with the new school year approaching, and the skyrocketing costs of basic...

Slater Presents Additional $20,000 to Kent, Putnam Valley and Patterson Public Libraries

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During the 2024 Legislative Session, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown), ranking Minority member on the Committee on Libraries and Education Technology, successfully led a bipartisan effort to prevent Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed cuts to essential...

Slater: Hudson Valley Lawmakers Demand Representation in Statewide Public Hearings on School Funding

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown), along with fellow lawmakers of the Hudson Valley, expressed deep concern over the Hudson Valley’s lack of representation in the statewide public hearings conducted by the Rockefeller Institute regarding the Foundation...

Slater Presents Yorktown Heights’ Reliable Oil Co. As A Historic Business

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) recently recognized Reliable Oil Co., Inc. as a historic business, celebrating its rich legacy in Yorktown Heights. The company was originally founded in 1939 by Louis Mastro as Reliable Ice Company. While initially...

Slater and American Red Cross Host Successful Blood Drive in Carmel

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) partnered with the American Red Cross to host a critical blood drive in Carmel, addressing the urgent need for blood donations. Since July 1, the Red Cross has experienced a significant decline in the national blood...

Slater Tours Department of Transportation Projects in 94th Assembly District

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Various roadway projects are underway in the 94th Assembly District, leaving residents concerned with traffic and safety. Having heard from many constituents, New York State Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown), a member of the Transportation Committee,...

Slater: New Washington Mandate Threatens Local Fire Services

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On Monday, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) joined Congressman Mike Lawler at a press conference with local and state officials and members of local volunteer fire departments expressing opposition to a new Occupational Safety and Health Administration...

Sounding The Alarm on Feds' Latest Unfunded Mandate

When New Yorkers have a fire-related emergency, they expect help to arrive, fast. Now imagine that the volunteer or career firefighter in your community is too preoccupied doing paperwork to respond to the blaze. Or worse – that the local firehouse...

Local Beaches Closed After Harmful Algal Blooms Found: State Lawmakers Call for Immediate Action

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With beaches closing again Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown), Sen. Rob Rolison and Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne advised residents of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) and called for the state to increase investments in new technology and needed...

Slater Cautions Hudson Valley Residents from NYC City-Pay Unpaid Parking Invoice Text Scam

In recent days, residents from the Hudson Valley are receiving deceptive text messages falsely claiming they have unpaid parking tickets that require immediate payment, introducing the NYC City-Pay Unpaid Parking Invoice text scam. These messages, designed...