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U.S Attorney Trini E. Ross highlights achievements during her tenure

U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross, appointed by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., and confirmed by the Senate in 2021, recently outlined her achievements during her tenure as the first black woman to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of New...

By Buffalo Ledger | Feb 17, 2025

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New York Senate recognizes contributions of school resource officers

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan has announced that the New York State Senate is recognizing school resource officers (SROs) for their role in maintaining safety in schools and communities.

By Buffalo Ledger | Feb 14, 2025

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Senator Gallivan records his votes on NY State Senate bills

By Buffalo Ledger | Feb 14, 2025

During the week of February 10, 2025, a series of bills were presented and voted on in the New York State Senate.

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Legislation proposed to allow NY schools exemption from electric bus mandate

By Buffalo Ledger | Feb 13, 2025

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, representing Elma, has announced his co-sponsorship of legislation aimed at allowing school districts in New York to opt out of the state's zero-emission school bus mandate.

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Senator Gallivan calls for improved safety measures in NY correctional facilities

By Buffalo Ledger | Feb 12, 2025

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan has expressed concerns following a recent lockdown at Collins Correctional Facility.

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Resolution proposes February 8 as Snowmobile Ride Day in New York

By Buffalo Ledger | Feb 7, 2025

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan has sponsored a resolution in the New York State Senate to memorialize Governor Hochul to declare February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day.

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Senator Gallivan casts mixed votes on NYS Senate bills

By Buffalo Ledger | Feb 7, 2025

The New York State Senate recently passed several bills, with Senator Gallivan casting votes on each.

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Senator Gallivan announces funding for Angola and Evans community projects

By Buffalo Ledger | Jan 31, 2025

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan has announced the inclusion of three local projects within the 60th New York State Senate District in the latest round of grants from the state's Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Initiative.

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Senator Gallivan's voting record reflects diverse stances on recent NYS Senate bills

By Buffalo Ledger | Jan 24, 2025

Senator Patrick Gallivan participated in several votes during the week of January 21, 2025, as part of his legislative duties in the New York State Senate.

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Governor Hochul addresses key issues in State of the State Address

By Buffalo Ledger | Jan 22, 2025

A new legislative session has commenced in Albany, with the Senate and Assembly addressing numerous challenges.

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Senator Gallivan introduces "Liberate New York" legislative agenda for 2025

By Buffalo Ledger | Jan 22, 2025

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, representing Elma, and his colleagues from the New York State Senate Minority Conference have introduced a legislative agenda titled "Liberate New York" for 2025.

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Senator Gallivan assigned to six New York State Senate committees

By Buffalo Ledger | Jan 22, 2025

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, representing Elma as a Republican, Conservative, and Independence party member, has been appointed to six committees in the New York State Senate for the legislative session that commenced on January 8, 2025.

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New York legislature urged to prioritize affordability amid rising costs

By Buffalo Ledger | Dec 31, 2024

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

By Buffalo Ledger | Dec 27, 2024

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan has released a statement regarding the death of inmate Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility.

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Federal jury convicts nightclub owner on bribery and trafficking charges

By Buffalo Ledger | Dec 27, 2024

A federal jury has found Peter Gerace, 57, of Clarence, New York, guilty on multiple charges including conspiracy to defraud the United States, bribery, sex trafficking conspiracy, maintaining a drug-involved premises, narcotics conspiracy,...

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New York signs bills establishing Parkinson's registry & Down syndrome awareness program

By Buffalo Ledger | Dec 19, 2024

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

By Buffalo Ledger | Dec 19, 2024

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan, representing Elma, has honored two local businesses with the New York State Senate Empire Award.

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Cuba couple faces charges for operating large-scale marijuana grow operation

By Buffalo Ledger | Dec 3, 2024

Daniel S. Ackerman and Ana L. Maldonado-Delgado, residents of Cuba, New York, have been arrested and charged with the manufacture and possession with intent to distribute 100 or more marijuana plants.

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Thanksgiving reflections: lessons from Pilgrims' journey at Plymouth Colony

By Buffalo Ledger | Nov 25, 2024

As families come together to celebrate Thanksgiving, it is a moment to reflect on the lessons from the Pilgrims’ journey and their experiences in Plymouth Colony.