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

Recently at a press event, I joined City of Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan, Senator Neil Breslin, Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy, New York State Conference of Mayors (NYCOM), Empire Justice Center, and local elected officials...

Many laws are passed in the State Legislature and some do not take effect immediately. See below for new laws that have been signed by the Governor and are taking effect this month. New Laws Taking Effect – August 2022 Effective...

There is approximately $200 million left in the $800 million COVID Small Business Recovery Grant Program. The eligibility requirements for the Program were updated on 07.21.22, and the demonstration of positive net profit on...

Starting on May 3, 2023, you will need a REAL ID to board a domestic flight (within the U.S.), or to enter certain federal buildings or military bases (unless you have a passport or another federally-accepted form of ID). A...

We pass many important laws in the state Assembly. Please find highlights attached of legislation signed into law by the governor.   New Laws Taking Effect – June 2022 Effective Date Chapter Bill Number Summary 6/1/2022 Ch....