NYLON – The New York State Senate has passed a bill to make it easier for victims of elder abuse to provide testimony in criminal proceedings against their abusers. According to a press release from Senator Patrick Gallivan, the bill, if signed into law, would allow witnesses age 75 or older to be examined conditionally in order to preserve their testimony for future use in criminal court proceedings. “We have a responsibility to protect … [Read more...]
NYS Plants $20K in Letchworth State Park to Grow Volunteer Recruitment
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – New York State has awarded funds to an organization supporting Letchworth State Park among other state parks to cultivate volunteer recruitment and enhance public access and support recreational activities. According to a press release from Senator Patrick Gallivan, the grants will attract more people to both Letchworth and Knox State Parks, both in Western New York. “Our state parks are among the best in the nation and … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Republicans Reveal Tax Cut Plan
NYLON – Members of the New York State Senate Republican Majority have revealed the first part of their one-house budget proposal and broad-based tax cut plan that is intended to cut taxes for the middle class, seniors, and small businesses. According to a press release from Senator Patrick Gallivan, the plan creates a new 25 percent rate reduction for middle class taxpayers, new tax savings with the goal of preventing seniors from leaving New … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Passes Bills Favoring Veteran Home Ownership and Tax Exemptions
NYLON – The New York State Senate passed legislation that supports veterans in home ownership and tax exemptions. According to a press release by Senator Patrick Gallivan, the Senate passed two bills that will now make their way to the State Assembly. “Our veterans have put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms and we should do everything we can to make sure they have an affordable place to live when they come home,” Gallivan said. … [Read more...]
Proposed Law Could Provide Tax Breaks for Beer, Cider and Liquor Tastings
NYLON – A state Senator has introduced legislation to exempt beer, cider and liquor tasting from sales tax, aiming to achieve fairness with other alcohol sales. According to a press release from Sen. Patrick M. Gallivan, the legislation would allow licensed breweries, cider producers and distilleries to provide tastings without having to pay sales tax, even if they charge for the tasting. “We are seeing more and more breweries and … [Read more...]