Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) joined his fellow colleagues in the Assembly Minority to address the growing issue of squatters infiltrating neighborhoods and abusing legal loopholes that bar landlords from removing squatters from their properties....

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) joined state and federal Minority representatives today to call for an independent investigation into New York state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The element that has always received the most scrutiny—then-Gov....

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) issued a statement and sent a letter to the governor today expressing his deep concern over the proposed foundation aid cuts outlined in the Executive Budget proposal. The potential ramifications of these cuts,...

“The Assembly Majority’s One-House Budget proposal does not work for New York residents. Majority lawmakers continue to hit New Yorkers with tax hikes while failing to address the urgent need for bail reform changes. Though I am pleased to see school...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) attended a press conference today alongside fellow Minority colleagues, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), parents and child care experts to introduce a series of bills aimed at addressing childcare...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) joined his colleagues in the Assembly Minority advocating for a delay to the all-electric school bus purchase mandate scheduled to commence in 2027. This mandate, a component of the controversial Climate Leadership...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is proud to announce he secured $20,000 worth of legislative aid funding for the Kinderhook Memorial Library. With this funding, the library hopes to make some much-needed green energy upgrades, including installing...

“It’s truly unfortunate and concerning that Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed to alter or even revoke the ‘hold harmless’ provision from Foundation Aid, which will reduce the state’s financial commitment to many schools. Taking away this provision...

“There were some parts of Gov. Hochul’s budget presentation that I agree with. We need to focus more on securing our health care system and building our state reserves. However, her plan to direct billions for migrant aid in New York City seems absurd...

“Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin’s State of the County address yesterday was a hopeful reminder of what is possible for the rest of our counties in Assembly District 107 and the rest of our state. Prioritizing infrastructure and roadway...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) attended a press conference in Albany on Monday to support legislation that will help combat drug crimes as well as the raging fentanyl epidemic in New York state. Bendett is hopeful the incredible turnout seen...

“While Gov. Hochul is on the right track with certain plans of action, we need to fill in the gaps and consider the fine details. Directing necessary spending for education, health care and small business support needs to be well-thought-out and region-specific...

“The fentanyl epidemic stretching across our state and country is spiraling out of control, and it’s our duty to the families and children in our communities to put a stop to it. As a father, nothing is more important than keeping my children safe—with...

“As we kick off the new year, I will be advocating for our families, businesses and communities in rural New York. Now more than ever, New Yorkers want their elected officials to fight for safety and affordability. The holiday season might be over but...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) was surprised to see an article by the Times Union claiming that in New York state and others across the country, public school enrollment has remained reduced even after the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic that...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) was shocked by a recent article from The New York Times claiming New York City has spent tens of thousands of dollars to pay for meals for undocumented migrants through the use of DocGo, a medical services company...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) hosted a Rural Equity Forum at the Rensselaer County Office Building in East Greenbush on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Speaking alongside him was Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C-Mohawk Valley and the Adirondacks) and those...

“Congratulations to the amazing organizations and artists in our district who received grant awards from NYSCA. It’s great to see these funds dispersed to so many deserving awardees so doors to new creative and collaborative opportunities can be opened...

“The explosion that occurred at the US-Canada Rainbow Bridge border crossing is a truly tragic incident. We will be closely monitoring this situation as we look forward to Thanksgiving. Everyone please stay safe and look out for each other this holiday...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is hosting a holiday toy drive from Nov. 27 to Dec. 8 for children and families in need this holiday season. This event will be a great opportunity for residents in the 107th Assembly District to spread some holiday...