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Assemblyman Santabarbara Announces $3 Million State Investment at Groundbreaking for New Capital Region Youth Music Center

This announcement follows Assemblyman Santabarbara’s presentation of a ceremonial check during ESYO’s season-opening concert this past weekend. Today’s groundbreaking event marks the official launch of construction on the eight-acre campus – the...

Santabarbara Introduces Bill Allowing New Yorkers to Order Life-Saving Lab Tests Without a Doctor’s Appointment

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara today announced new legislation that would allow New Yorkers to order certain routine blood tests directly from a licensed clinical laboratory without needing a doctor’s referral. Supporters say the change would remove...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara to Join Volunteers for Thanksgiving Food Basket Packing in Schenectady

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will join Concerned for the Hungry volunteers to pack thousands of Thanksgiving food baskets for families in need. Assemblyman Santabarbara participates in this annual event with his family and will be available for media...

Assembly Disabilities Committee Chair Santabarbara Warns of Workforce Crisis, Calls for State Action

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New York’s disability service system is facing a growing workforce crisis, with rising costs, staff shortages, and waitlists affecting families across the state. Today, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara – Chair of the Assembly Disabilities Committee...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara Announces Signing of Purple Heart State Legislation into Law

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Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara today announced that legislation he co-sponsored (A029) designating New York State as a Purple Heart State has been signed into law. This new law officially recognizes and honors the courage and sacrifice of service members...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara Statement on St. Clare’s Pensioners’ Trial

“As this long-awaited trial begins here in Schenectady, my thoughts are with the more than 1,100 former St. Clare’s Hospital employees who have waited years for accountability and justice. These are nurses, caregivers, maintenance workers, and staff...

Assembly Hearing to Explore Solutions to Strengthen Housing Access for New Yorkers with Disabilities

As housing costs rise and service needs evolve across New York, the State Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities will hold a public hearing to explore new solutions for improving access to safe, supportive housing for individuals with intellectual...

Assemblyman Santabarbara Announces Enactment of School Speed Zone Camera Program in Schenectady

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced today that his bill (A07669) to establish a School Speed Zone Camera Demonstration Program in the City of Schenectady has been signed into law.The legislation creates a pilot program allowing the City of Schenectady...

Assemblyman Santabarbara to Present $3 Million in State Funding to Empire State Youth Orchestra at Proctors Theatre Today

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will present a ceremonial check for $3 million in state funding to the Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) during their 2025–26 season-opening performance, Ignition: Rising Through Sound, at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady....

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara Calls for Legislative Oversight After National Grid Fails to Answer Basic Questions on Rate Hikes

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Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is renewing his call for legislative oversight of utility rate increases after National Grid officials failed to provide direct answers during this week’s Assembly Energy Committee hearing. Assemblyman Santabarbara questioned...
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