Assemblymember Steck Statement on the Passage of the Equal Rights Amendment
Jan 24, 2023
“Today the New York State Assembly advanced the second passage of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). In July of last year, my colleagues and I passed the ERA for the first time. To amend the New York State Constitution, an amendment like the ERA must...
Assemblymember Steck Helps WWII Veteran Receive His First Photo ID
Jan 13, 2023
Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) recently helped a member of America’s Greatest Generation, George T. Jenkins, secure safe housing, and a crucial document. Jenkins, a 100-year-old World War II veteran, served in the Navy and earned three medals...
Assemblymember Steck Response to Governor Hochul’s State of the State
Jan 10, 2023
“I want to thank Governor Hochul for holding her State of the State address in the Assembly Chamber. This gesture symbolizes her commitment to work with us in the Assembly to solve the many issues New Yorkers face.When the former Governor moved the...
Assemblymember Steck Statement for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Jan 9, 2023
“Every day, the men and women of law enforcement put on their uniforms and leave the comfort of their families to protect and serve our communities. National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is a time to show that we appreciate their sacrifice and stand...
New Legislation Resolves Issues with Niskayuna Police Officers’ Retirement Plans
Jan 3, 2023
Niskayuna, New York – Assemblymember Phil Steck and Niskayuna Town Supervisor Jaime Puccioni announce legislation that resolves a decade-old issue in the state retirement system for four long-serving members of the Niskayuna police force. The new law,...
Assemblymember Steck Presents Funding to Support Town of Colonie Parks
Sep 6, 2022
Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced funding he secured for Colonie parks on Saturday, Sept. 10. The funding is used to maintain and expand Colonie’s local parks, including the Michael J. Anson Memorial Park, Sand Creek Road Park, Colonie...
Assemblymember Steck Secures $75,000 Grant for John F. Finn Institute
Aug 31, 2022
Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that he hosted a press conference on Sept. 6 at the John F. Finn Institute of Public Safety to present a $75,000 ceremonial check. The grant will be used to support the institute’s various public safety...
Assemblymember Steck Announces New Law Expanding CHAMP Program
Aug 24, 2022
Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that a bill he sponsored and helped pass to expand the scope of the Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Health Project (CHAMP) program has been signed into law (Ch. 517 of 2022).“Every New...
Assemblymember Steck Passes Law Strengthening Rights for Nursing Home and Assisted Living Facility Residents
Aug 24, 2022
Assemblyman Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that legislation he co-sponsored and helped pass to allow a nursing home patient’s legal representative or estate to sue for injuries has been signed into law (Ch. 502 of 2022). This new law creates more...
Assemblymember Steck Presents $25,000 in Funding to the Shaker Heritage Society
Aug 18, 2022
Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that he presented a check for $25,000 in grant funding to the Shaker Heritage Society in honor of its upcoming 50th anniversary. The funding will help bolster several initiatives to increase community engagement...
