Author: John T. McDonald III, Member of New York State Assembly

There has been a lot of discussion about bail reform.  There has also been a lot of blaming, misinformation and disinformation. However, there are legitimate concerns about public safety that need to be addressed.  The issue is...

This week, I signed onto a letter led by my colleague Assemblymember Ken Zebrowski to ask the NYS Comptroller to divest the NYS Retirement Fund from any Russian state-owned companies and assets. By divesting from Russian...

We pass many laws in the state Assembly and some take effect immediately while others take effect at a later date. Please find highlights below of legislation previously signed into law by the Governor and are now in effect. The...

We pass many laws in the state Assembly and some take effect immediately while others take effect at a later date. Please find highlights below of legislation previously signed into law by the Governor and are now in effect. The...

Over the past three years I have met with many advocates on both sides of the “good cause” eviction issue along with listening to the concerns of community members on both sides of the issue. My approach when it...