New York State Legislature Approves Changes to Suffolk County Hotel Motel Law
Jun 5, 2026
Albany, NY – This week, legislation co-sponsored by Assemblyman Schiavoni authorized Suffolk County to affect changes to how revenues collected by hotel/motel taxes may be spent, passed both houses of the State Legislature. After discussions over the...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Advances Legislation Requiring the Reporting of Alpha-gal Syndrome in New York State
May 29, 2026
Albany, NY – This week, legislation sponsored by Assemblymember Schiavoni which would require the reporting of Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS), a life-altering and potentially deadly tick-borne illness, unanimously passed the Assembly. This legislation (A.11328/S.10340)...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Advances Legislation Benefiting the Health and Wellness of Disabled Veterans
May 6, 2026
Albany, NY – This week, legislation introduced by Assemblyman Schiavoni that would provide greater access to a healthier lifestyle for New York’s veterans was passed unanimously by the Assembly. A.6001-A/S.7784-A would allow select SUNY, CUNY, and...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Introduces Legislation to Assist Commercial Fisherman with the Skyrocketing Cost of Diesel Fuel
Apr 6, 2026
Albany, NY – Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni today announced the introduction of legislation that would provide immediate relief to commercial fishermen at the fuel pump by providing fuel tax exemptions for operators of commercial fishing vessels....
Assemblyman Schiavoni Announces LIRR Southampton Siding Extension Beginning March 30th to Improve Service Reliability
Mar 30, 2026
Sag Harbor, NY – Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni announced today that the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) has begun work to extend the siding at the Southampton Station, near North Main Street.The project begins on Monday, March 30th and will take place...
Assemblyman Schiavoni Announces Temporary LIRR Platform at Hampton Bays, Advancing South Fork Commuter Connection Goals
Mar 12, 2026
Sag Harbor, NY – Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni announced today that the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) has begun construction of a temporary platform on the southern side of the right of way at the Hampton Bays Station. The platform is expected to be...
Once Again, Assembly Passes Bill Reinstating State Recognition of the Montaukett Indian Nation
Mar 9, 2026
Albany, NY – Today, the New York State Assembly unanimously passed A.10129, sponsored by Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni, which would reinstate state recognition and acknowledgement of the Montaukett Indian Nation. This is the eighth time that the...
The Peconic Bay Community Housing Fund Earns $79 Million from 2023 to 2025 While the Community Preservation Fund Earned $152.8 Million in 2025
Mar 3, 2026
Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni (D-Sag Harbor) today reported that total revenues collected in the four East End towns for the Peconic Bay Community Housing Fund were $79.12 million since the inception of the program in 2023. Four of the five East End...
East End State Legislators Commend DEC’s Shut Down of Mining Operations at Sand Land Mine in Bridgehampton
Mar 2, 2026
Albany, NY – Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni and Senator Anthony Palumbo today commended DEC’s action to direct Sand Land Corp. to begin reclamation of the Sand Land Mine after the recent determination by the Southampton Town Zoning Board of Appeals...
Statement from Assemblyman Schiavoni on Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jan 8, 2026
Albany, NY – “The fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis is a clear demonstration of the dangers of having heavily armed federal agents in our communities,” said Assemblyman Schiavoni in response to breaking news of...
