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Statement from Former Minority Leader Will Barclay on the Election of Ed Ra as Assembly Minority Leader

“I congratulate Ed Ra on his election as the next Assembly Minority Leader. He’s been a trusted friend and colleague who represents the best of what it means to be a public servant. Ed is among the most respected members of the Legislature, and his...

Assembly Minority Elects Ed Ra as New Assembly Minority Leader

The Assembly Minority Conference today elected Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) as its next Minority Leader. The unanimous leadership vote was held Monday morning at the State Capitol. Ra assumes the role of Minority Leader after serving as the Conference’s...

It Has Been an Honor Leading The Assembly Minority Conference

Earlier this week, after much consideration, I decided I will not be running for reelection in November. As such, I will also be stepping down from my role leading the Assembly Minority Conference. I did not make these decisions lightly, but thanks to...

Barclay, Oswego County Leaders Convene Forum on New York’s Nuclear Energy Future

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), in conjunction with Operation Oswego County, Sen. Chris Ryan, Sen. Mark Walczyk, and Oswego County officials hosted a nuclear energy forum today at Cayuga Community College’s Fulton Campus. The event...

Statement from Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

“After a great deal of consideration, I have decided that I will not seek re-election to the 120th Assembly District. I intend to step down as Minority Leader in the coming days, allowing for a smooth transition to new leadership early in the legislative...

Barclay Receives 'Above and Beyond' Award for Supporting Guard and Reserve Employees

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Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) received the Above and Beyond Award yesterday from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) State Committee during a ceremony at the New York State Capitol. The presentation was attended...

It’s Too Expensive to Live in New York, 2026 Must be the Year We Do Something About it

As a concept, “affordability” has become a popular buzzword for policymakers. Everyone says they want to deliver it for their constituents—especially now as the 2026 Legislative Session has officially begun—which is unsurprising, as it would seem...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay Shares Optimistic Vision to Open 2026 Legislative Session

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Today, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulsaki) joined his colleagues for the opening of the 2026 Legislative Session in Albany. Delivering his opening remarks on the Assembly Floor, he shared an optimistic tone, framing the new year as a vital...

New York State Assembly Minority Present Policy Agenda for the 2026 Legislative Session

On the first day of the 2026 Legislative Session, the New York State Assembly Minority Conference unveiled its comprehensive legislative platform for the coming year, Fight For New York, with policies focused on delivering fiscal relief, protecting taxpayers,...

Extend The Spirit of Giving into the New Year

Each holiday season provides the opportunity for communities to come together for the greater good, and this year was no different. While many may feel overwhelmed checking items off their holiday shopping lists, the spirit of giving consistently rises...
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