Assemblyman Schiavoni Secures Funding for Montauk Lighthouse – Governor Hochul Signs Bill Making Changes to Suffolk County Hotel Motel Law
Jul 7, 2026
Sag Harbor, NY – On Monday, July 6, legislation co-sponsored by Assemblyman Schiavoni authorized Suffolk County to affect changes to how revenues collected by hotel/motel taxes may be spent, was signed into law by Governor Hochul. At the beginning of...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Announces LIRR Contract Awarded for Replacement of Three East End Bridges
Jun 26, 2026
Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni (D-Sag Harbor) today announced that the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) has awarded the contract for the replacement of three aging bridges located on the East End of Long Island. The project includes the bridges at Cranberry...
Peconic Bay Community Housing Fund First Quarter Revenue for 2026 Slightly Lower Than 2025; Total CHF Revenues Reach $88.1 Million
Jun 11, 2026
Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni (D-Sag Harbor) today reported that total revenues collected through the Peconic Bay Community Housing Fund (CHF) in the four participating East End towns totaled $9,008,234.20 during the first quarter of 2026. During the...
New York State Legislature Approves Changes to Suffolk County Hotel Motel Law
Jun 5, 2026
Albany, NY – This week, legislation co-sponsored by Assemblyman Schiavoni authorized Suffolk County to affect changes to how revenues collected by hotel/motel taxes may be spent, passed both houses of the State Legislature. After discussions over the...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Advances Legislation Requiring the Reporting of Alpha-gal Syndrome in New York State
May 29, 2026
Albany, NY – This week, legislation sponsored by Assemblymember Schiavoni which would require the reporting of Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS), a life-altering and potentially deadly tick-borne illness, unanimously passed the Assembly. This legislation (A.11328/S.10340)...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Advances Legislation Benefiting the Health and Wellness of Disabled Veterans
May 6, 2026
Albany, NY – This week, legislation introduced by Assemblyman Schiavoni that would provide greater access to a healthier lifestyle for New York’s veterans was passed unanimously by the Assembly. A.6001-A/S.7784-A would allow select SUNY, CUNY, and...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Introduces Legislation to Assist Commercial Fisherman with the Skyrocketing Cost of Diesel Fuel
Apr 6, 2026
Albany, NY – Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni today announced the introduction of legislation that would provide immediate relief to commercial fishermen at the fuel pump by providing fuel tax exemptions for operators of commercial fishing vessels....
Assemblyman Schiavoni Announces LIRR Southampton Siding Extension Beginning March 30th to Improve Service Reliability
Mar 30, 2026
Sag Harbor, NY – Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni announced today that the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) has begun work to extend the siding at the Southampton Station, near North Main Street.The project begins on Monday, March 30th and will take place...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Announces Temporary LIRR Platform at Hampton Bays, Advancing South Fork Commuter Connection Goals
Mar 12, 2026
Sag Harbor, NY – Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni announced today that the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) has begun construction of a temporary platform on the southern side of the right of way at the Hampton Bays Station. The platform is expected to be...
Once Again, Assembly Passes Bill Reinstating State Recognition of the Montaukett Indian Nation
Mar 9, 2026
Albany, NY – Today, the New York State Assembly unanimously passed A.10129, sponsored by Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni, which would reinstate state recognition and acknowledgement of the Montaukett Indian Nation. This is the eighth time that the...
