Press Releases

Norris Works to Save our Small Cities

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) has been working on new housing legislation to revitalize small cities across New York state (A.6283). Called the Save Our Small Cities Plan, Norris’ proposal would enhance community renewal funding throughout...

Norris Announces Annual Boater Safety Course

As part of National Safe Boating Week, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his annual two-part Boater Safety Course will be held Tuesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 15 at the Olcott Fire Hall. Advanced registration is required for this course...

Norris Announces Annual Boater Safety Course

As part of National Safe Boating Week, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his annual two-part Boater Safety Course will be held Tuesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 15 at the Olcott Fire Hall. Advanced registration is required for this course...

Norris Says “No” to State Budget for Fifth Year in A Row

“State spending has increased $64 billion in just five years under one-party rule. This increase is more than 35 state budgets in our union. For the fifth year in a row, I voted against the entire state budget as New Yorkers cannot sustain this out-of-control...

Norris Calls for Vote on Legislation That Enables More People to Register to Vote

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is calling for the full state Assembly to take immediate action on his legislation (A.2292), which would enable more people to register to vote after the Election Law Committee today held this legislation in committee...

Norris Announces Annual Memorial Day Poster Contest

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his Annual Memorial Day Poster Contest is now accepting submissions from students in grades nine through twelve. Artists can drop off their posters on the theme “Freedom Isn’t Free,” at the assemblyman’s...

Norris Announces April Mobile Office Hours In Royalton & Pendleton

Today, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced his Mobile Office Hours events in Pendleton and Royalton for the month of April. Both events will be held at the towns’ respective town halls, with full event details below. The monthly office...

Norris Calls for Reform Of “Raise The Age”

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) joined Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), members of their conference, district attorneys and law enforcement from across the state at a press conference today in the State Capitol calling for reforms...

Norris Wants a Back-To-Basics Budget to Benefit New Yorkers

New Yorkers do their best to get by. But this is the Empire State. Our motto is Excelsior. Don’t the hardworking people of this state deserve more than just “getting by?” The reality is that if our government doesn’t focus on a back-to-basics...

Norris Calls for Increase for Local Infrastructure

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“For the future of our state, it’s essential that this budget gets back to basics. Safe, passable roads, bridges and culverts and sewers that provide drainage from flooding and protect our water supply are the basic services our government should...

Norris Announces March Mobile Office Hours In Royalton & Pendleton

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) today announced he is expanding his monthly Mobile Office Hours in Pendleton to the Town of Royalton as well in the month of March. Both events will be held at their respective town halls, with full event details...

Norris Hosting Blood Drive & Free Hands-Only CPR Classes

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is partnering with the American Red Cross to offer the public two lifesaving opportunities to pay it forward. A community blood drive will be held on March 27, 2023, at the Lockport YMCA from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and...

Volunteer Firefighters & EMS Workers Need Our Help!

The men and women who volunteer to serve as firefighters and emergency medical personnel are some of the most selfless citizens, the truest embodiment of being a good neighbor and deserving of all our thanks and appreciation.As I continue to attend local...

Ortt & Norris Announce Legislation to Assist Volunteer Firefighters & EMTS For Personal Vehicle Use in Performing Duties

New York State Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt and Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) are announcing new legislation they have introduced that would assist volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers for costs relating to using their personal...

Norris & Students Can “Heart-Ly” Wait To Brighten Seniors’ Valentine’s Day

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Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) could “heart-ly” wait to kick off his annual Valentines for Seniors event this year. The assemblyman joined students in making valentines this year at Saint John the Baptist School in Alden, one of the eight...

Norris: Gov.’s Budget Does Little to Stop Exodus of New Yorkers

“The number one reason New Yorkers are moving out of state is because this state is too expensive, but today we heard yet another ‘tax-and-spend’ plan that ignores this reality and will only exasperate it further. The more people New York taxes...

Norris Announces Pendleton Mobile Office Hours

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C- Lockport) is announcing monthly Mobile Office Hours in Pendleton will begin in February at the Pendleton Town Hall. Starting on Wednesday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the monthly office hours will be attended by staff...

Norris Appointed Assembly Transportation Committee Minority Ranker

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) has been appointed by Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) to lead the Assembly Transportation Committee for the Minority conference. Norris has served as a member of the Assembly Transportation Committee...

Norris: Albany Must Act to Restore Public Safety

“The most basic role of government is to ensure public safety. However, since the passage of the so-called bail reforms in 2019, which I voted against, our state has only become less safe as our judicial system was turned into a revolving door for repeat...

Norris: NY Must Be Made More Affordable

If former Gov. Cuomo felt people were moving out of state because of the weather, why has Gov. Kathy Hochul decided to limit how New Yorkers stay warm during blizzard season by banning gas stoves? This question highlights the fact that the new executive...