Press Releases

Slater and Westchester Assembly Delegation Remember Sheridan Gorman

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Today, the New York State Assembly passed a resolution memorializing Sheridan Gorman of Yorktown. The resolution, sponsored by the Westchester Assembly Delegation, was led by Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown). Gorman was a proud Yorktown native whose...

Slater Calls for Sustainable Child Care Funding as Families Face Disruptions

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) joined Minority Leader Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square), Assemblyman Matt Simpson (R,C-Adirondack), child-care providers and parents at the Capitol today to call for full, sustainable funding of New York’s Child Care...

Slater Joins Colleagues Calling for Bail Eligibility in Aggravated Animal Cruelty Cases

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) joined colleagues in Albany today for a press conference in support of legislation (A.6722) that would restore judicial discretion to set bail for individuals charged with aggravated cruelty to animals. The bipartisan...

Slater Announces Completion of Upgrades at Putnam Valley Library.

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) today announced the completion of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades at the Putnam Valley Library, funded through a $20,000 bullet aid funding he secured to improve accessibility, including enhancements...

Slater Kicks off 'Chat with Matt' to Hear from Constituents Directly

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New York State Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) will host a series of “Chat with Matt” events across the district on Saturday, March 21, providing residents with an opportunity to engage in friendly, open conversations about state and local...

Slater Appointed to Economic Development Conference Budget Committee

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) has been appointed by the Assembly Minority Conference to serve on the Economic Development Conference Budget Committee as part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 state budget negotiations. Budget conference committees...

Slater Celebrates Passage of Cold War Commemorative Medal Legislation

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) today celebrated the passage of legislation (A.8087) establishing a New York State Cold War Commemorative Medal, honoring veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Cold War. The bill amends New York’s...

Slater Honored to Receive Farm Bureau Award

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is honored to receive the Farmer’s Voice Award from the New York Farm Bureau in recognition of his continued advocacy for New York’s agricultural community. Slater maintains an active partnership with the Farm...

Slater Delivers Essential Support to Local Families

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) today announced the successful conclusion of his third annual diaper drive, held throughout February in partnership with Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) and local municipalities across the 94th Assembly...

Slater Celebrates Read Across America Day as a Guest Reader

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In celebration of National Read Across America Day, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) visited the Brewster Public Library and the John C. Hart Memorial Library in Yorktown today to take part in a special story time session with local children. Read...

Slater on NYSERDA’s Warning to the Governor

“New Yorkers cannot afford an energy experiment that was rushed from the start. Now, the state’s own energy experts are warning the Governor that new costs could exceed more than $4,100 for residents who are barely surviving. That's less money for...

Assemblyman Slater Urges $250 Million CHIPS Increase in 2026–27 State Budget

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Somers, NY—Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) held a press conference alongside Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), local elected officials, highway superintendents and Department of Public Works (DPW) employees from across the Hudson Valley to call...

Assemblyman Matt Slater Appointed to Influential Ways and Means Committee

Albany, NY—Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) has been appointed to serve on the powerful Ways and Means Committee in the New York State Assembly, one of the most significant and influential committees in state government. The Ways and Means Committee...

Slater Celebrates Yorktown Nursery School Inclusion on the Historic Business Preservation Registry

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) presented a New York State Assembly proclamation to Yorktown Community Nursery School (YCNS) recognizing its induction into the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry, honoring the school’s more...

Statement From Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) on The Election of Assembly Minority Leader Ed Ra

“I want to congratulate Assemblyman Ed Ra on his election as the new Assembly Minority Leader. When I was first elected to this body, Ed took me under his wing. He didn’t have to—but that’s who he is. He instilled in me a deep reverence for the...

Statement from Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown)

“I want to thank Minority Leader Will Barclay for his many years of dedicated service to New York state. He led our conference with integrity, thoughtfulness and a steady hand during some of the most challenging times in Albany. Leader Barclay earned...

Slater to Hold Annual Diaper Drive Throughout February to Support Local Families

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) announced today he will once again host a diaper drive throughout the month of February to support families in need across the 94th Assembly District. Diapers are a necessity for infants and toddlers, yet nearly...

The Governor’s $260 Billion Budget Has a Secret: New Yorkers are Paying for it

The governor this week rolled out her $260 billion budget proposal and claimed she found a way to expand child care, education and other priorities “without raising taxes.” It’s a nice headline—but it’s not the full story. Albany didn’t suddenly...

Statement from Assemblyman Matt Slater on Con Edison Rate Hike

“I’m disappointed—but not surprised—by the Public Service Commission’s decision to approve a three-year Con Edison rate hike that will raise electric bills by 10.4% and gas bills by 15.8%. Our community is already stretched thin, and now they’re...

Assemblyman Slater on Governor's Budget Presentation

“The Governor’s idea of tackling affordability is more government spending, more government programs and more government control. Since the governor has been in office, the state budget has increased by over $51 billion or 25%. We all can find items...