Smullen Celebrates Upcoming Gloversville Downtown Revitalization Initiative
Dec 9, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) is congratulating the City of Gloversville as it has recently been selected by the governor’s office for a $10 million-dollar Downtown Revitalization Initiative. "I'm glad to see the people of Gloversville...
Smullen Prepares Broadband Bill For 2022 Session
Dec 8, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) has drafted a bill in partnership with Sen. Joseph A. Griffo to strengthen and enhance broadband capabilities across all of New York. Dubbed the ‘Regional Broadband Expansion and Access Program (RBEAP),’...
Smullen Rejects Carbon Tax
Dec 3, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) recently participated in an Assembly Environmental Conservation Committee hearing discussing New York’s rapid transition to full electrification of the economy as a way to influence climate change.As the ranking...
Smullen Responds to Prison Closures, Reaffirms Support Of NYSCOPBA
Nov 8, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) notes the rapid closure of several Upstate New York correctional facilities. These closures reflect the continued erosion of public safety through recent legislative efforts at criminal justice reform, while...
Smullen Promotes Broadband Speed Test for All New Yorkers
Oct 12, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) today announced that a significant step in the fight for further broadband access has been taken. The New York State Broadband Program Office is now asking the public to provide input and data via a survey...
Smullen Demands Governor, State Health Commissioner Rescind Healthcare Worker Vaccination Mandate
Sep 8, 2021
Editor’s Note: Please click here to view Letter Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) was joined by his Assembly Minority colleagues requesting the State Department of Health and Governor Hochul reverse the mandate that requires healthcare...
Smullen Votes ‘No’ on Eviction Moratorium
Sep 2, 2021
“The State Assembly Majority lawmakers barely passed another extension of the eviction moratorium last night, even after the Supreme Court has indicated that it is not constitutional. Small landlords will continue to suffer, thanks to an ineffective...
Smullen Welcomes Gov. Kathy Hohcul
Aug 24, 2021
“I’m pleased to welcome Gov. Kathy Hochul as New York’s 57th governor, and I wish her well in these early days of her administration. She has a great history of bipartisan partnership, and knows all regions of New York quite well. I look forward...
Smullen Continues Push for Governor Recall Bill
Aug 18, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) is continuing his push to have the state Legislature pass a bill that would empower electors to recall elected officials (A.6469). Smullen has always been wary of elected officials having too many protections,...
Smullen Responds to Resignation of Gov. Cuomo
Aug 10, 2021
“The governor’s resignation is necessary and warranted, but we must ensure that this is not the end of the story. Andrew Cuomo still has much to answer for, and he cannot escape blame or responsibility, just because he’s finally seen the right thing...
Smullen Responds to AG James’ Findings
Aug 4, 2021
“Attorney General James conducted a thorough investigation of the governor, and the findings are what we expected. It is paramount that the state Legislature hold him accountable and remove the governor immediately through the impeachment process, as...
The 2021 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Jun 22, 2021
Many of those who follow my legislative activity know that I am not a fan of how the State Assembly conducts itself under one party rule. From bad spending habits to burdensome taxation polices, the state Legislature time and again squanders the resources...
Smullen: It Is Time To End New York’s Emergency Status
Jun 8, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) joined Assembly and Senate Minority members at a press conference calling for an end to the executive order that placed New York in a state of emergency following the COVID-19 outbreak. Smullen fully believes...
Smullen: The Governor’s Book Deal is Unconscionable in The Wake of Covid-19
May 19, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) blasted the governor for profitingfrom a book detailing the importance of leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the now-public knowledge that his administration oversaw the disastrous health policy...
Supporting Our Healthcare Heroes
May 18, 2021
For over a year, our state, and indeed the world, has been fighting against a pandemic in a way that has not been seen in over a century. This time, we have the benefit of countless experienced and professional medical personnel to guide us through it....
The 2021-2022 Budget: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
Apr 29, 2021
After a delay lasting a week longer than the due date demanded of us by state law, the state budget was passed mostly along party lines in Albany. With a $212 billion total, an all-time high due to pandemic spending paid for by federal deficits, it was...
Smullen Votes To Lift Arbitrary Restaurant Regulations, Calls For Further Relief
Apr 28, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) voted to overturn the Governor’s Executive Order requiring restaurateurs to serve food with alcohol, and easing capacity and operating restrictions set on them during the course of the pandemic.He is continuing...
Smullen Calls For End To Economically-Damaging Eviction Moratorium
Apr 28, 2021
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,I,SAM-Meco) was part of a press conference to call for an end to the eviction moratorium imposed by Gov. Cuomo at the start of the pandemic last year. Although the idea began with good intentions, Smullen believes...
Smullen Votes ‘No’ On 2021 Budget Blowout
Apr 6, 2021
“I could not in good faith vote in favor of any part of this budget. It increases unnecessary spending and raises taxes, on top of $12 billion dollars of national debt financed aid coming from Washington, D.C. This budget exemplifies the progressive...