“Parents and students can take a sigh of relief now that the budget includes a delay in the high stakes testing used for placement or advancement decisions. I believe that the implementation of Common Core has cause unnecessary anxiety and frustration...

In honor of Women’s History Month, Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) is seeking nominations for outstanding women from the towns of Cicero, Clay, Fabius, Manlius, Pompey and Tully that make up the 127th Assembly District to be named 2014 Women of Distinction....

To the Editor: A recent story in the Wall Street Journal made it seem that I do not support the governor’s plan to create a new college for homeland security and emergency preparedness. Nothing could be further from the truth. I simply stated that,...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe is supporting a Student Financial Aid event with representatives from the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) on Monday, February 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event is for East Syracuse Minoa High School...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced that he will be holding three town hall meetings throughout the area this month. These forums will give residents an opportunity to learn about the governor’s proposed state budget and discuss any concerns...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced that the Assembly once again passed the full Women’s Equality Act (A.8070). This 10-point agenda includes comprehensive reforms that would increase protections for victims of domestic violence, address pay...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) supports the governor’s budget proposal that prohibits the withdrawing of public assistance benefits at Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) located in casinos, liquor stores or adult entertainment facilities. “If New...

“The budget outlined by Governor Cuomo is an ambitious budget that includes several programs aimed at restoring economic opportunity here in CNY by eliminating corporate income taxes for upstate manufacturers and providing meaningful property tax relief....

“Governor Cuomo outlined a bold, job-creating agenda today that will make Central New York more attractive to businesses and help our economy and our hardworking families thrive. By eliminating income taxes for upstate manufacturers, in addition to...

“I support Governor Cuomo’s efforts in continuing to find new ways to make New York State more attractive to businesses by eliminating corporate income taxes on Upstate manufacturers, and reducing the cost of doing business here. This plan will bring...

“This money awarded to the CNY Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) will continue to bolster the local economy. Central New Yorkers deserve quality job opportunities and a strong economy. With this award, we can expand core industries, such...

“The Tax Relief Commission has outlined recommendations to provide real tax relief to New York State families and businesses. It’s now time to put these measures into effect and reduce property taxes and alleviate the burden they place on hardworking...

“Restoring honor and dignity to public service is a must. The Moreland Commission’s report serves not only as a list of reforms for lawmakers, but also provides us a roadmap to regaining the people’s trust in government. The responsibility is now...

In an effort to help keep unwanted and expired prescription drugs off the streets and ensure they are properly disposed of, Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced April 27 is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Now in its sixth year, Central...

“I welcome Commissioner King’s decision to continue his tour discussing the Common Core learning standards throughout the state. Parents, and educators deserve to have their voices heard when it comes to how we are educating our children. I hope Commissioner...

Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced that he will be hosting a series of roundtables to start an open dialogue with members of the local business community about improving export trade in New York State. Several roundtables will be held across...

Thanks to a new law (Ch. 487 of 2012), military veterans can now apply for a special designation on their driver’s license to prove their military status, Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-Cicero) announced. “This is just a small gesture of gratitude to...

“We all know the importance of the manufacturing industry here in Central New York – serving as one of the main drivers of our economic engine. In honor of Manufacturing Day, we recognize the enormous role this industry has here, as well as the need...

“We couldn’t allow sexual predators to continue harassing and intimating their victims years after the attack occurred. That’s why I fought to pass new laws which will implement much-needed protections for women and children so that they can heal...