LIVINGSTON COUNTY — A new law permits the use of body scanners in prisons to decrease weapon smuggling and violence. Earlier this week, Senator Patrick M. Gallivan announced a new bill expanding the use of TSA body scanners in prisons to prevent jail violence was signed into law. "Allowing the use of body scanners to detect weapons and other materials will help reduce violence and ensure the safety of inmates, officers and staff," Senator … [Read more...]
Community Celebrates New Park Bathrooms with ‘Toilet Paper Cutting’ Ceremony
GENESEO — Last week the Village of Geneseo held a ribbon cutting ceremony with a twist for the new park bathrooms. The project, which started last year, came to a wrap as former Mayor Richard Hathaway and Senator Patrick Gallivan 'cut the paper' as opposed to your traditional ribbon. "I want to thank all the people who made it possible for the Village Park to finally have bathrooms. Like all good things in Geneseo, people from many parts of … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Passes Bills Supporting Current and Active Military Members
NEW YORK— Senator Patrick M. Gallivan reported that the New York State Senate has passed a package of bills in order to support current and active military service members. These 29 bills passed give protection to active duty soldiers and veterans as well as memorial sites and cemeteries along with adding funding to previously cut veteran’s initiatives. “We can never fully repay the brave men and women who defend our nation and our … [Read more...]
Local Leaders Extend Condolences after Loss of Bill Nojay
Watch Bob Lonsberry's video response to hearing the news below. NYLON – Local political insiders are taking to social media to extend their condolences and thoughts after hearing the news of NYS Assemblyman Bill Nojay's passing. "Make sure we are there for our friends. No problem is too big. Sources: NYS Assemblyman Bill Nojay dead" tweeted David Bellavia. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of @BillNojay," tweeted Eric Gott, … [Read more...]
NYS Bill Could Allow the Elderly to Testify by Recording Against Abusers
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...]
State Police Investigate Threat Against Senator Gallivan
NYLON – Senator Patrick Gallivan announced that he received a non-specific threat by mail on Monday. According to a press release from Jim Ranney, Communications Director for Sen. Gallivan, their office received an envelope containing an unknown substance. “While going through the day’s mail, our Albany office manager opened an envelope addressed to Senator Gallivan which contained an unknown substance and a non-specific threat," said … [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...]
Senator Gallivan Thanks Law Enforcement for Safe Capture of Escapees
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Senator Patrick Gallivan issued the following statement in the hours following the shooting and capture of convicted murderer and Clinton Correctional escapee David Sweat on Sunday. Sweat's co-conspirator and fellow escapee Richard Matt was fatally shot by law enforcement on Friday. "I thank the men and women of the New York State Police, the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, the U.S. Customs and Border … [Read more...]
Free ‘E-Cycling’ Courtesy of Senator Gallivan at Geneseo Central School
GENESEO – A free recycling campaign spearheaded by Senator Patrick Gallivan (R-C-I, Elma) will soon begin at Geneseo Central School, geared towards recycling old electronic devices. According to a press release from Senator Gallivan's Office, Sunnking, Time Warner Cable and the Geneseo Central Earthwise Club announce a free electronics recycling on Saturday, June 13. Residents can drop-off and properly dispose of electronic devices free of … [Read more...]
Momma Snapper Leaves New Neighbors for Flooded Van Sons
AVON – A momma snapping turtle is making the best of the aftermath of the Mother's Day flood and decided to lay her eggs in the freshly deposited soil that barely holds the Van Son's backyard in place. Ted Van Son Jr. said that the eggs have been safely moved and will not impede the continued recovery process for their property on Littleville Road, done with the help of friends, neighbors and businesses from across Western New York. "We … [Read more...]