Congressman: ‘I intend to fully support this impeachment inquiry and follow the facts. We have got to follow these facts where they lead us—and where we find ourselves today the President has no one to blame but himself’ STATEN ISLAND, NY — October 2, 2019 — At a Commuting Town Hall on Staten Island tonight, Congressman Max Rose announced in …
Independent Democratic Conference (IDC) Calls For MTA Forensic Audit
Senators David Valesky (D- Oneida), Jeffrey Klein (D-Bronx/ Westchester), Diane Savino (D-Staten Island/ Brooklyn), David Carlucci (D- Rockland and Orange Counties. Calling it the only sure way to get to the bottom of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's spending practices, the Independent Democratic Conference today unveiled legislation sponsored by Senator David Carlucci, (D-Rockland/ Orange), that would commence a forensic audit of …
Elected Officials Comment on Gov. Cuomo’s Budget
Assemblyman Spano (left) suggests Governor Cuomo’s budget presents challenges, and opportunities for growth. Assemblyman Mike Spano said, “The governor has put fourth a budget that takes direct aim at realigning government and bringing spending under control. While there are many cuts outlined in his budget, I am pleased Governor Cuomo has maintained critical VLT impact aid for Yonkers, which directly …
Independent Democratic Conference Members to Chair Legislative Committees
The Independent Democratic Conference today accepted recommendations from the Senate Majority that, in keeping with recent bi-partisan tradition, would allow them to chair legislative committees. The IDC similarly accepted committee assignments recommended to them by the Senate Minority on Monday. These chair appointments continue a Senate tradition of reaching across party lines and empowering non-majority members to have a more …
Breaking News: Senator Klein Leads Independent Coalition within NYS Legislature By Hezi Aris
Albany, NY, January 5, 2011 — Today, former Deputy Majority Leader and incumbent NYS Senator Jeff Klein, representing Westchester County and The Bronx, claiming support by Governor Andrew Cuomo, has brought about an independent coalition comprised of fellow senators Diane Savino of Staten Island, David Valesky of Onondaga County, and David Carlucci of Rockland and Orange Counties.