“Today’s rally made one thing clear: Our local governments cannot keep doing more with less. The Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program, known as CHIPS, is not a luxury. It is a lifeline for towns, villages and counties trying to...

When families sit down at the kitchen table to open their monthly bills, too often the energy bill is the one that causes the most anxiety. For many New Yorkers, it’s no longer just another expense—it’s a source of real fear. That reality is what...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) reaffirmed his strong support for New York’s county and youth agricultural fairs, highlighting their critical role in preserving the state’s agricultural heritage, strengthening local economies and providing...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is calling on the State Legislature to fully fund library operating aid and invest $175 million in library construction funding, warning that proposed cuts would hurt communities especially small towns and rural...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is calling on the governor to increase Aid and Incentives for Municipalities (AIM) funding in this year’s state budget, noting that proposed funding levels remain flat for a second consecutive year despite rising...

“The governor budget includes proposals that recognize the real pressures families are facing, and I’m encouraged by investments aimed at making child care more affordable for working parents. Helping moms and dads balance work and family is something...

After years of bipartisan advocacy, Capital Region lawmakers Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake), Sen. Jake Ashby (R,C-Castleton), and Assemblymember John T. McDonald III, RPh (D-Cohoes) are pleased to announce that the governor has signed their...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) proudly joined fellow lawmakers, veterans and community members today at the capital to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans. As part of this important day of remembrance and gratitude,...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett today called on Gov. Hochul to postpone the transition of the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) to Public Partnerships LLC (PPL) until July 1, 2025. This request arises from significant concerns regarding...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C- Sand Lake) today stood with local officials, highway superintendents, and infrastructure advocates to demand immediate action from the governor and state legislative leaders to address the severe underfunding of New York’s...