Local Government News
Norris Encourages Public to Register as Organ Donors
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) recently participated in a public awareness event at the state Capitol, urging more people to register as organ donors. Norris, a registered organ donor himself, highlighted the importance of the cause during National Donate Life Month."When we hear that April is National Donate Life Month, we may forget the stories and the lives behind the staggering statistics," said Norris, emphasizing the human aspect of organ donation. He pointed out that New York State ranks low in organ donation rates, with 10,000 individuals currently on the...
Senator Gallivan's Votes for the Week of April 8, 2024
Senator Gallivan's voting record for the week of April 8, 2024, in the New York State Senate has been disclosed. Among the bills approved, the Senator's votes were noted as follows:Senator Gallivan voted AYE on S4133A, which authorizes county highway superintendents to rent road machinery and town highway superintendents to contract for certain services.On the bill S3302, Senator Gallivan voted NAY, opposing the amendment to prohibit the import, export, and possession of parts of certain endangered animals, citing lawful hunting in Africa as an exception.Senator...