Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is encouraging residents across the Hudson Valley to register as organ and tissue donors in recognition of National Donate Life Month, highlighting the life-saving impact of donation and the urgent need for more registered donors in New York. Slater joined advocates, families and local officials at the state Capitol this month to raise awareness about organ donation and honor those whose generosity has given others a second chance at lif

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown), ranking member of the Assembly Election Law Committee, today raised significant concerns regarding legislation (A.9626A) that would require every county and city board of elections to install absentee ballot drop boxes. Slater emphasized the proposal represents a rapid escalation from authorizing drop boxes to mandating them. “We just gave local boards the flexibility to implement drop boxes based on their community’s needs,” said Slate

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) today commented on Albany missing the deadline for passing the 2026-27 state budget, with lawmakers now forced to pass temporary extenders to keep the government functioning at basic levels. Noting that since Gov. Kathy Hochul has taken office, she has failed to deliver a single on-time budget, with budgets averaging 24 days late. Slater is concerned that Gov. Hochul and Albany Democrats are delaying this year’s state budget out of a des

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) and New York State Senator Pete Harckham honored nearly 20 Vietnam War veterans from the 94th Assembly District and across the Hudson Valley at the State Capitol this week, recognizing their service as part of the Legislature’s annual commemoration of Vietnam Veterans Day, observed each year on March 29. The New York State Assembly and Senate formally recognize Vietnam Veterans Day through a legislative resolution, and Slater and Harckha

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) is continuing his “Chat with Matt” series following a successful first round of events held across the district, bringing together local leaders and residents for open conversations on issues impacting the Hudson Valley. Throughout the series, Slater was joined by local officials, including Carmel Councilman Rob Kearns, Yorktown Supervisor Ed Lachterman, Somers Councilwoman Gina Arena and Somers Supervisor Rob Scorrano. The events provid

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 Assistance Program (CCAP) amid growing concerns over funding shortfalls and disruptions to families. The goal of the state’s CCAP program is to help qualified families pay for child care in order to help them become self-sufficient

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 bill would amend current law to allow judges to consider bail in cases involving the most severe forms of animal abuse—offenses that are currently not bail eligible. “Aggravated cruelty to animals is a deeply disturbing cri

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 to a single-stall bathroom. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Slater, former ranking Minority member on the Committee on Libraries and Education Technology, led a bipartisan effort to prevent proposed cuts to library fundin

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 issues that matter most to them. Joined by local elected officials, Assemblyman Slater will visit several community locations throughout the day to hear directly from constituents, answer questions and discuss priorities impacting th

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) has been appointed by the Assembly Republican Conference to serve on the Economic Development Conference Budget Committee as part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 state budget negotiations. Budget conference committees bring together members of the Assembly and Senate to reconcile differences between the respective one-house budget proposals and negotiate a final spending plan for New York state. As a member of the Economic Development Confe

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 Bureau and local farmers to advance policies that support the economic stability and long-term success of agriculture in the Hudson Valley. Slater has championed legislation such as the Farm Worker Housing Tax Credit (A00313), whic

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 military law to authorize the governor, in consultation with the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services, to present a commemorative medal to individuals who served during the Cold War era, spanning from the end of W

Assemblymen Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown), A.J. Beephan (R,C-East Fishkill) and Karl Brabenec (R,C–Deerpark) joined Congressman Mike Lawler and Energy Secretary Chris Wright today at the former Indian Point Energy Center to highlight the urgent need for reliable, clean baseload power in New York as energy costs continue to rise and grid reliability concerns grow.  The lawmakers pointed to the recent restart of the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan, a once-retired facility that

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 District. Diapers are a necessity for infants and toddlers, yet nearly half of families with young children struggle to afford them. Thanks to the generosity of the community, more than 1,600 diapers were collected this year—pro

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 Across America Day, observed annually on March 2, is a nationwide initiative to promote a love of reading among young kids. Assemblyman Slater was thrilled to share a story with the children and emphasized the importance of re

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C–Yorktown) today stood alongside Assembly Republican Leader Ed Ra and members of the Assembly Minority Conference to unveil the “Lights On With Energy Relief” (LOWER) plan—a comprehensive proposal aimed at lowering utility costs, strengthening grid reliability and restoring balance to New York’s energy policy. With electricity prices for residential consumers having risen 47.1% since 2019, Assembly Republicans outlined immediate relief measures fo

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 for a $250 million increase in state funding for local roads and bridges as part of the 2026–27 New York state budget. At the center of the proposal is the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS), a stat

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 plays a central role in shaping New York’s fiscal policy. It is responsible for reviewing all legislation that impacts state revenues and expenditures, including the state budget, taxation, bonding and other financial matters. As the c

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 than 75 years of service to local families. Administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, the Historic Business Preservation Registry recognizes businesses and organizations that have be

Slater Calls on Governor to Declare Energy State of Emergency as Electricity Costs Spike Statewide Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) today joined dozens of his colleagues in sending a formal letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul urging her to immediately declare an energy state of emergency in New York, warning that unchecked electricity price spikes are pushing families and small businesses to the breaking point. Recent data from the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) s