State Rep. Joseph DeStefano
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Recent News About State Rep. Joseph DeStefano
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State leaders propose stronger involuntary commitment laws after girls attacked
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, alongside Minority Leader Will Barclay and Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt, has urged reforms to New York's involuntary commitment laws following an attack on four young girls.
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Assemblyman DeStefano advocates for organ donation awareness during National Donate Life Month
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano joined healthcare professionals, transplant recipients, donor families, and elected officials at a recent Donate Life press conference to highlight the critical importance of organ and tissue donation.
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DeStefano joins colleagues to present human trafficking task force findings
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, a member of the Assembly Minority Task Force on Human Trafficking, attended a press conference on March 25 in the Assembly Parlor at the Capitol.
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Lawmakers request extended transition for New York's personal assistance program
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, representing Medford, expressed his support for a proposed delay in the implementation of changes to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) at a recent press conference.
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Joe DeStefano joins NY State Assembly Budget Transportation Committee
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano has been appointed as an alternate member of the New York State Assembly Budget Transportation Committee.
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Joe DeStefano emphasizes significance of music education in schools
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano addressed the Assembly today, emphasizing the importance of music education in schools.
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Bipartisan effort aims to tackle rising threat of drugged driving in New York
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano joined a coalition of bipartisan lawmakers, law enforcement officials, and advocates at a press conference to address the increasing issue of drugged driving in New York.
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Assemblyman DeStefano commends swift response in Westhampton brush fire containment
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano has praised the efforts of local fire departments and emergency personnel for their quick response to the Westhampton Pines Fire on Long Island.
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DeStefano supports more CHIPS funding at press event
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano expressed his strong support for increased funding for the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) at a recent press conference.
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DeStefano calls for forensic audit of MTA over financial concerns
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano is calling for a forensic audit of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) in response to concerns about financial waste and mismanagement.
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Assemblyman DeStefano introduces resolution for Library Lovers Month
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano has introduced a resolution to designate February as Library Lovers Month.
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Traffic safety memorial law proposed by DeStefano and Smullen
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano has joined forces with Assemblyman Robert Smullen and a bipartisan group of lawmakers to support the passage of Assembly Bill A.3938, known as the “Alexander John Smullen Traffic Safety Memorial Law.” The proposed...
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Assemblyman urges increased CHIPS funding for Long Island infrastructure
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano from Medford has reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing the funding for the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS).
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DeStefano introduces resolution for Thyroid Disease Awareness Month
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, representing Medford, introduced a resolution in the Assembly to designate January as Thyroid Disease Awareness Month.
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Proposal seeks exception for electric school bus mandate
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano expressed his support for a proposal allowing school districts to opt out of the state's zero-emission school bus mandate.
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DeStefano urges fixes for flawed Early Intervention online hub
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) and other Assemblymembers convened a press conference to discuss improvements needed for New York's Early Intervention (EI) Hub.
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New York governor's proposed budget raises concerns over increased spending
The upcoming budget proposal from the governor of New York, amounting to $252 billion, has raised concerns due to its significant increase in government spending.
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Governor Hochul signs amended "Gio's Law" for emergency EpiPen use
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano announced that Governor Hochul has signed an amendment to the 2019 "Gio's Law" (A.7961).
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Bridge named in honor of late Medford fire commissioner
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano and Senator Dean Murray led a ceremony at the Medford Fire Department to honor the late Niel Marturiello.
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DeStefano advocates for stricter oversight of New York State parole board
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) supported Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay, Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt, and fellow members of the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences at a press conference today in West Capitol Park. They continued to call for stronger oversight of the state parole board.