Press Releases

Assemblymen Slater, Stern Pass Bill to Award New York State Cold War Commemorative Medal to Veterans

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Qualified veterans will now be eligible to receive a New York State Cold War Commemorative Medal following the passage of bill A.8087 (originally A.5869), introduced by Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) and Assemblyman Steve Stern (D-Huntington)....

Slater Celebrates Local Leaders at Women of Distinction Event

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) honored Women of Distinction from each town within the 94th District who serve as an example of the values of their communities at Carmel Town Hall today. The women honored were Doris E. Crowder of Putnam Valley;...

Slater Holds Third Annual Earth Day Poster Contest

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) celebrated local student creativity and environmental awareness through his third annual Earth Day Poster Contest, held in partnership with the Putnam County Youth Bureau and the Putnam Arts Council. This annual...

Slater Kicks off Feminine Hygiene Drive in Partnership with Putnam CAP

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is once again partnering with Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) to host a feminine hygiene drive aimed at providing much-needed products to women and teens across Putnam County. These essential items are...

Slater: Tax Day is Approaching, Here’s What You Need to Know About New York’s Grim Financial Outlook

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) joined state lawmakers, financial experts and representatives from the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) at a press conference today to address New York’s troubling economic climate ahead of Tax Day,...

Slater Encourages New Yorkers to Register as Organ Donors During Donate Life Month

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) joined colleagues from both the Majority and Minority Assembly conferences today at a press conference to recognize Donate Life Month and honor those who have saved lives through organ, eye and tissue donation. More...

Harckham, Slater and Scorrano Announce State Funding for Restoration of Landmark Elephant Hotel

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Somers, NY - Senator Pete Harckham, Assemblyman Matt Slater and Somers Town Supervisor Robert Scorrano announced on Friday, March 28, that a $281,500 state grant will fund important restoration and weather proofing improvements designed to preserve the...

Assemblyman Slater Proposes Safe Housing Transfers for Domestic Violence Survivors

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) held a press conference today at Somers Town Hall to highlight the urgent need for bill A.7026, his legislation to ensure safe housing transfers for domestic violence survivors. The bill would grant survivors the...

Slater Honors Local, Statewide Heroes on Vietnam Veterans Day in Albany

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) hosted his annual Vietnam Veterans Day at the New York State Capitol today, joined by Assemblyman Steve Stern, Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, Assemblyman Brian Manktelow, Assemblywoman Pam Hunter and Assemblyman...

Slater, Putnam Cap Conclude Second Annual Diaper Drive

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) concluded his second annual diaper drive in tandem with the Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) to collect essential donations for families struggling under New York’s affordability crisis. This year’s...

Slater Fights for Local Control of Siting Large-Scale Renewable Energy Systems in The Hudson Valley

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) has introduced legislation requiring the Office of Renewable Energy Siting (ORES) to develop standards and conditions for the siting of certain large-scale renewable energy systems, including battery energy storage...

Slater Backs Push for Forensic Audit of the MTA

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) joined his Assembly Minority colleagues in the New York state Capitol today for a press conference to call for a comprehensive audit and greater transparency in the governance of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority...

Slater Celebrates Read Across America Day as Guest Reader at Putnam Valley Library

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In celebration of National Read Across America Day, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) visited the Putnam Valley Library on Friday, Feb. 28, to take part in a special storytime session with local children. Read Across America Day, observed annually...

Slater & Local Officials Demand Urgent Action as Hudson Valley Families Face Crippling Utility Bills

Read Slater’s letter to Gov. Hochul and Chairman Christian here. Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) and local elected officials throughout the 94th Assembly District are calling for immediate intervention from Gov. Kathy Hochul and Public Service...

Slater Supports Correctional Officers Amid Prison Unrest

“Under the governor’s administration, New York’s correctional officers have endured some of the most dangerous and demanding working conditions in the state. Chronic understaffing has led to mandatory 24-hour shifts, putting both officers and inmates...

Assemblyman Matt Slater Comments on Trump Administration Rescinding Congestion Pricing

“I thank President Trump for keeping his promise and stopping the governor’s congestion pricing tax. It is patently absurd for hardworking Hudson Valley residents to be taxed in order to go to work in Manhattan. At the recent budget hearing, the MTA...

Slater Introduces Legislation to Direct State Ed Dept to Formally Define “Antisemitism” in Curriculum

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) has introduced legislation to establish a formal definition of “antisemitism” within the New York State Education Department. This definition will serve as a guideline for reviewing, investigating and determining...

Slater Calls for Action to Address Medical Indemnity Fund Solvency Issues at Budget Hearing

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) raised critical concerns about the solvency of the Medical Indemnity Fund (MIF) during the Health/Medicaid Budget hearing today. Slater emphasized the ongoing issues with MIF funding and the need for immediate action...

Slater Elected Chair of Assembly Minority Policy Committee

Last week, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) was elected chairman of the Assembly Minority Policy Committee (ARPC) by the New York State Assembly Minority Conference. As ARPC chairman, Assemblyman Slater will lead efforts to establish and advance...

Slater to Hold Second Annual Diaper Drive Throughout the Month of February

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Diapers are an essential need for all babies, yet half of U.S. families with young children struggle to afford them. To help address this challenge, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is hosting a Diaper Drive throughout February to support the efforts...