State Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (NY)
Recent News About State Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (NY)
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New York legislature urged to prioritize affordability amid rising costs
As the New Year approaches, the 2025 state legislative session in New York is set to begin.
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Senator Gallivan calls for accountability in Marcy Correctional Facility incident
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan has released a statement regarding the death of inmate Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility.
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New York signs bills establishing Parkinson's registry & Down syndrome awareness program
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, a Republican from Elma and the Ranking Member of the Senate’s Committee on Health, has announced that two bills he co-sponsored have been signed into law by the governor.
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Senator Gallivan honors two local businesses with Empire Award
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, representing Elma, has honored two local businesses with the New York State Senate Empire Award.
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Gratitude expressed for community and family during Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the festive holiday season and offers a moment to appreciate what truly matters.
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Future of West Seneca DDSO site remains undecided amid calls for action
The West Seneca Developmental Center, a 475-acre state-owned property located off East and West Road, once served individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Gallivan urges delay on clean truck rules due to financial concerns
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan has requested Governor Kathy Hochul to postpone the implementation of the Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) regulations set by the Department of Environmental Conservation. These regulations, initially adopted in 2021 under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, require manufacturers to increase production and sales of zero-emission trucks and buses starting in 2025. The objective is for all medium and heavy-duty vehicles, including municipal plows over 8,500 pounds, to be zero-emission by 2045.
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Senator announces initiative educating drivers on police stop procedures
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, alongside community leaders, has announced a public information initiative aimed at educating drivers on proper procedures during police stops. The effort includes a brochure developed in collaboration with law enforcement, legal experts, driving instructors, and the Department of Motor Vehicles.
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Gallivan releases guide on what to do when stopped by police
Police officers across New York State initiate millions of traffic stops each year. Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, a former State Trooper and Sheriff of Erie County, aims to address the natural apprehension many drivers experience when pulled over. He has released a guide intended to alleviate anxiety and help ensure interactions between law enforcement officers and drivers are civil, respectful, and safe for all involved.
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Senator urges rejection of National Grid's rate hike request
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan is urging the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) to reject National Grid's proposal to raise rates for electric and natural gas services. The utility seeks a 15-percent increase in electric rates and a 20-percent increase for natural gas.
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New laws expand healthcare access for New York residents
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, the Ranking Member of the Senate’s Standing Committee on Health, has announced that a package of legislation aimed at ensuring equitable access to essential health care has been signed into law by Governor Hochul. The legislation, co-sponsored by Senator Gallivan, aims to safeguard public health and improve patient outcomes.
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Hamburg Public Library receives state aid for Lake Shore Library parking lot renovation
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) has announced that Hamburg Public Library will receive $43,750 through the State Aid for Library Construction Program. This funding is designated for the rehabilitation of the parking lot at the Lake Shore Library and is part of a broader allocation of $34 million in capital funds for public library construction and broadband infrastructure projects as provided in the FY2022-2023 State Budget.
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Senator Gallivan sponsors disaster preparedness training with American Red Cross
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) is sponsoring an American Red Cross disaster preparedness training session and hands-only CPR class on Wednesday, September 25 at Union Pleasant Elementary School, 150 Pleasant Ave. in Hamburg. The presentation, which will run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., coincides with National Preparedness Month.
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New York aligns swimming pool enclosure laws with international standards
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) has announced that legislation to align New York State’s statutory provisions governing swimming pool enclosure gates with international standards has been signed into law by the governor. Senator Gallivan sponsored the bill (S.7731A), which is based on language from the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Code.
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Senator urges governor to expedite Medicaid funds distribution
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) and members of the Senate Minority Conference are urging Governor Hochul to ensure increased Medicaid funding is expeditiously distributed to New York nursing homes.
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Bridge dedicated to fallen NYS trooper
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) and Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera (D, Buffalo) joined family members and friends of Trooper William P. Keane in dedicating the Route 179 bridge over Interstate 90 in the Town of Hamburg in honor of the fallen officer. Trooper Keane, a 26-year veteran of the New York State Police, died on August 23, 2013, while on duty. The bridge will be designated the “Trooper William P. Keane Memorial Bridge” under legislation passed by the Senate and Assembly and signed into law by the governor.
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Senator Gallivan urges reversal on planned cuts to personal assistance program
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) and members of the Senate Minority Conference are urging Governor Hochul to reverse planned cuts to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) and reinstate Comptroller oversight. The Governor recently indicated she might consider delaying and modifying the CDPAP cuts.
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Senator calls for suspension of full-contact prison visits amid drug exposure incidents
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) has joined several legislative colleagues, local law enforcement members, and the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) in urging Governor Hochul to issue an executive order suspending full-contact visitation in state prisons. This call comes in response to a series of life-threatening incidents where correctional officers and staff were exposed to suspected fentanyl and other unknown drugs during interactions with inmates.
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Senator Gallivan encourages careers with NYS Police as applications open
Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C, Elma) announced that the New York State Police are now accepting applications for the Trooper Entrance Examination, with testing set to begin on August 15, 2024.
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Senator Gallivan urges residents to donate blood amid urgent need
The need for blood in the community remains constant, particularly during the summer months when donations typically decline. Hospitals across the region rely on blood donations to treat patients of all ages, from premature infants to older adults.