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On Friday May 30th New York State Assemblyman Tommy Schiavoni joined the launch of “Brew for the Bay” in support of “Back to the Bays Sag Harbor” —a local partnership lead by Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Marine Program. Brew for the Bay will help raise funds to support the expansion of eelgrass and shellfish restoration a CCE’s Sag Harbor stewardship site.
Pictured left to right:
Suffolk County Legislator Ann Welker, Carolyn Munaco (CCE), Kate Rossi-Snook (CCE), Southampton Town Councilman Michael Iasilli, Kimberly Barbour (CCE), Shawn Sachs, Assemblyman Schiavoni, Sag Harbor Mayor Tom Gardella.
“On Sunday, May 18th New York State Assemblyman Tommy Schiavoni joined Suffolk County Legislator Ann Welker, Suffolk County representatives, and Southampton Town officials in congratulating the Southampton Volunteer Ambulance Department on the dedication of their new building on North Sea Road in Southampton.”
“On Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, New York State Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni welcomed members of the Shinnecock Indian Nation to the State’s Capital and Assembly Floor.
Pictured left to right:
Sienna Hunter-Cuyjet, Shinnecock Council of Trustees Secretary; Wayne Jackson, New York State Assembly Sergeant at Arms; Lisa Goree, Chairwoman of Shinnecock Council of Trustees; Tommy John Schiavoni, New York State Assemblyman; Lance Gumbs, Vice Chairman of Shinnecock Council of Trustees; Rebecca Wise, Shinnecock Communication Manager.”
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NYS Gaming Commission Director Testifies at Public Hearing on Combating Problem Gambling on Mobile Wagering Platforms
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NY Council on Problem Gambling Director Testifies During Public Hearing on Combating Problem Gambling on Mobile Wagering Platforms
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Public Hearing on Combating Problem Gambling on Mobile Wagering Platforms
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Assembly Holds Public Hearing on Combating Problem Gambling on Mobile Wagering Platforms
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Schiavoni Questions Advocates During Public Hearing on Combating Problem Gambling on Mobile Wagering Platforms
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Friends of Recovery-NY Representative Testifies Public Hearing on Combating Problem Gambling on Mobile Wagering Platforms
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Professor Rachel Volberg Testifies at Public Hearing on Combating Problem Gambling on Mobile Wagering Platforms
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East Hampton Farmer Testifies at Public Hearing Examining Programs which Assist Young and Emerging Farmers.
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Ag Commissioner Testifies at Public Hearing Examining Programs Which Assist Young and Emerging Farmers
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Young Farmers Testify at Public Hearing Examining Programs Which Assist Young and Emerging Farmers
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Cornell College of Agriculture Representatives Testify at Public Hearing Examining Programs Which Assist Young and Emerging Farmers
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Changing Certain Requirements of the State Septic System Replacement Fund
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Enacting Francesco's Law
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Prohibiting the Use of Hydrofracking Wastewater on Roadways for Purposes as Melting Ice
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Requiring Annual Reports on Tick-borne Illnesses
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Special Guest Introduction
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Special Guest Introduction
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Reinstatement of State Recognition of the Montaukett Indian Nation
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Special Guest Introduction
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Honoring First Responders Efforts in Combating Brush Fires in Suffolk County
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Special Guest Introduction
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Enacting a Homestead Exemption
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Property Tax Exemption for Enrolled Members of Ocean Rescue Squads
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EnCon Commissioner Testifies During Budget Hearing on Environmental Conservation and Energy
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PSC and NYPA CEO's Testify During Budget Hearing on Environmental Conservation and Energy
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Welcome to the Assembly