State Rep. Michael J. Norris
Recent News About State Rep. Michael J. Norris
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Norris & Santa deliver toys at John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) and Santa Claus visited John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital to deliver toys donated by the community through the Christmas in July Toy Drive. The initiative saw contributions from residents of the 144th Assembly District, including books and activity sets, which were distributed directly to children at the hospital.
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Norris honors local art teacher for efforts to honor veterans’ sacrifice
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) presented a state Assembly proclamation to Barker Senior High School art teacher Krista Beth Feltz today, recognizing her dedication and encouragement of students' participation in the Annual Memorial Day Poster Contest. The contest honors the sacrifices made by military personnel to ensure national freedom and fosters a connection between high school students and armed forces members.
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Norris announces passage of Niagara County rifle hunting legislation
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced that the state Assembly has passed legislation he sponsors to close a loophole in the state’s existing environmental conservation law authorizing hunting big game by rifle in Niagara County (A.9130-A).
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State Assembly passes bill for annual inspections of underground waterway vessels
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced today that the state Assembly has passed a bill (A.10399) mandating the annual inspection of any vessel operated on privately or publicly owned underground non-navigable waterways. Norris collaborated with Sen. Rob Ortt and other colleagues across party lines to advance this legislation, aimed at ensuring attractions like the one in the Lockport Cave are properly inspected.
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Norris emphasizes bipartisan efforts to enhance rural equity in New York
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) attended a press conference in Albany, led by Senate and Assembly Minority Conference members and community representatives, to discuss rural equity in New York State and renew calls for its improvement. Norris emphasized the importance of bipartisan support for initiatives aimed at enhancing rural equity.
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Norris honors teachers from 144th District during Teacher Appreciation Week
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week by honoring 18 current teachers from the 144th Assembly District and a retired teacher, Kathleen McGinley. This event is part of his ongoing effort to recognize the contributions of educators in his district.
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Norris Announces 2024 Summer Reading Challenge
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) is encouraging students in elementary school to keep up with their reading this summer by participating in his annual Summer Reading Program. The program requires students to read for only 15 minutes a day for 40 days during the months of July and August."By signing up for this free program, students make a pledge to commit to reading for just a few minutes every day over their summer break. The rewards of this program are numerous," said Norris.Norris emphasized the importance of the program, stating, “Students keep up with their...
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Norris Provides State Budget Update
Norris Provides State Budget UpdateOn April 26, 2024, Representative Norris delivered a detailed update on the state budget, emphasizing his concerns and reasons for voting against it. Norris expressed his dissatisfaction with the excessive spending by downstate-controlled legislative Majorities, stating, "New York state leads the nation in population loss and is at the bottom of other states—ranking 49th on the state business tax climate index and 50th in the amount of individual income tax." He highlighted the unsustainable nature of the current spending in New York,...
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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...
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Norris Calls for Criminal Possession of Fentanyl
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) has called for the criminal possession of fentanyl to be addressed through legislation, citing the drug's significant role in the ongoing opioid crisis. Norris, a sponsor of the bill, highlighted the urgency of the situation, stating, "The fentanyl crisis is not only resulting in more deaths but also touching the lives of more families across our state."Norris emphasized the need for decisive action, expressing his belief that individuals involved with fentanyl should face consequences. He stated, "As this drug becomes easier to...
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Norris Announces Call for Submission for Annual High School Memorial Day Poster Contest
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) has called for submissions for his Annual Memorial Day Poster Contest aimed at honoring the contribution of the nation's military and veterans. The theme of the contest, as highlighted by Norris, is "Freedom Isn't Free," allowing high school students to pay tribute to the service of military heroes and veterans through their creativity.In a statement, Norris emphasized the significance of the contest, stating, "As high school students prepare for their future, this contest is a wonderful opportunity to take stock of the privileges we...
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Norris Advocates for Increased Local and Upstate Transportation Funding
Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) represented the Assembly Minority Conference as the Chair of the Joint Budget Conference Committee on Transportation. This conference committee brings together the four legislative conferences to negotiate an agreement on a final state budget as related to state programs and issues regarding transportation.Norris and his colleagues in the Assembly Minority Conference are calling for at least a $200 million increase in local infrastructure funding for upstate communities. Norris highlighted the importance of such funding by stating,...
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Norris Announces ‘A Blueprint for Childcare’ Affordability Plan
In a recent announcement, a comprehensive plan named "A Blueprint for Childcare" has been unveiled by a group of colleagues led by Norris, focusing on addressing the challenges faced by parents in finding affordable child care. The plan aims to reimagine child care in New York by making day care more affordable, supporting providers in expanding their services, and increasing access to early childhood education.Norris emphasized the importance of affordable child care, stating, "One of the most challenging things parents face is finding affordable child care." Recognizing...