Vestal, NY – In addition to looking to the skies, Kopernik Observatory is now looking at lower utility costs after installation of a new HVAC system at its Vestal educational center. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo secured a $50,000 Assembly Capital Grant...

The Broome County Humane Society’s capital campaign moved one step closer to completion Monday as Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo announced a $250,000 Assembly Capital Grant for the shelter. Lupardo joined the Humane Society to encourage the community to...

Eaton, NY – For the first time in 80 years, hemp seeds have been sewn in New York State. Planting took place Sunday at JD Farms in Eaton, NY as part of New York’s Industrial Hemp Research Pilot Program. “We are thrilled to be the first farm...

Two area libraries are taking steps to become more energy efficient with help from the State. The New York State Library has awarded funding to the Four County Library System in Vestal to replace its rubber roof and install solar panels, and to the George...

VESTAL, NY — Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo joined Senator Fred Akshar, and Assemblymen Cliff Crouch and Christopher Friend on Friday to announce passage of a bill that will protect sanitation workers across New York State. Prior to the end...

Albany, NY – In light of concerns over lead in drinking sources at schools across the State, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Senator Tom O’Mara announced the passage of their bill that would require schools to test for lead. Earlier this year, Binghamton,...

Albany, NY – The New York State Senate today gave final legislative approval to legislation sponsored by Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) and Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) to require periodic inspections by licensed professional engineers...

ALBANY — New York’s industrial hemp industry will continue to develop following new legislation passed by the State Legislature. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Senator Tom O’Mara announced Wednesday passage of their bill that would allow for the...

Albany, NY – New York is one step closer to becoming the first state in the nation to require regular inspections of parking structures after the State Assembly passed a bill to do this earlier this week. Following a number of failures of parking garages...

Albany, NY – Saluting their service to our country, all veterans will now be eligible to receive New York State retirement credit for time served in the military. Governor Cuomo signed the bill updating the Military Service Credit Law on May 31st. “Our...

Albany, NY – As the Chair of the Legislative Women’s Caucus, I’m highlighting some important local women and their work for Women’s History Month. Dr. Mary Ross is the focus of our third spotlight. When Dr. Mary Ross first came to Binghamton,...

Binghamton, NY – In light of recent concerns over lead in drinking sources at schools across the State, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo announced Friday that she is filing a bill in the New York State Assembly directing the State Education Department (SED)...

Albany, NY – As the Chair of the Legislative Women’s Caucus, I’m highlighting some important local women and their work for Women’s History Month. Our second spotlight takes a look at Beccye Fawcette. Beccye Fawcette was a leader for women...

Albany, NY – With a proclamation from Governor Andrew Cuomo, Women’s History Month began Tuesday. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, Chair of the Legislative Women’s Caucus (LWC), joined Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hocul, SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher,...

Albany, NY – As the Chair of the Legislative Women’s Caucus, advancing issues important to women is an on-going effort. As this advocacy continues, it’s also important to look back on the work of the women who helped pave the way. In honor of Women’s...

Albany, NY – Members of the New York State Legislative Women’s Caucus (LWC) joined together Monday to discuss the group’s priorities for the 2016 session. A poll of the members resulted in quality, affordable child care, after school programming,...

As tax season begins, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo is urging residents to take advantage of available New York State tax credits. Dozens of money-saving credits are available, but each year many New Yorkers fail to take advantage of them. “Every year,...

Albany, NY – As part of continued efforts to raise awareness about poverty in New York State, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo introduced a resolution on Monday asking the Governor to declare January 2016 as Poverty Awareness Month in New York. The resolution...

(ALBANY, NY) – New York’s first legal hemp seeds are set to be planted after the State Department of Agriculture and Markets published the final regulations Wednesday. Ten, three-year licenses will be issued to universities to grow industrial hemp;...