State Senator Dean Murray (NY)
Recent News About State Senator Dean Murray (NY)
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NYS Senator Murray discusses new bill aimed at retail worker safety
Senator Murray addressed the Senate on September 27, 2024, to discuss Senate Bill 8358C. This bill aims to establish the Retail Worker Safety Act, which would mandate that employers in the retail sector create and enforce programs designed to prevent workplace violence.
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Senator Murray addresses Senate Bill 7365B on pistol converters
Senator Murray addressed the Senate on September 27, 2024, regarding Senate Bill 7365B. The bill mandates the implementation of reasonable controls and procedures to prevent the installation and use of pistol converters.
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Senator Murray discusses bill on enhancing training for school security guards
Senator Murray addressed the Senate Floor on September 27, 2024, discussing Senate Bill 4559C. This bill aims to establish the "school security guard training enhancement act," which would set specific requirements for specialized certification for school security guards.
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Senator Murray introduces bill targeting masked criminals
New York State Senator Dean Murray has introduced legislation aimed at amending the penal law to address the use of masks and face coverings during criminal activities. The bill, designated as S.9891, seeks to establish a new crime called aggravated concealment of identity. Under this proposed law, penalties for misdemeanors and felonies would be elevated by one degree if it is proven that the perpetrator committed the offense while wearing a mask or face covering.
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Record Stop celebrates 50 years with block party in Patchogue
Record Stop celebrated its 50th anniversary in Patchogue with a block party. New York State Senator Dean Murray attended the festivities and presented owner Jeff Beth with a New York State Senate Certificate commemorating the occasion.
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Yaphank Historical Society celebrates 50th anniversary with NYS Senate resolution
NYS Senator Dean Murray presented a NYS Senate Resolution, which passed overwhelmingly earlier this year in the Senate, to the Yaphank Historical Society in recognition of its 50th anniversary at the Swezey-Avey House in Yaphank, NY.
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Senator Dean Murray honors Mary Papilon on her 108th birthday
NYS Senator Dean Murray presented Mary Papilon with a NYS Senate Proclamation commemorating her 108th birthday at a celebration in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY.
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NYS officials urged to expedite EBT card upgrade to chip technology
NYS Senator Dean Murray (R-Patchogue) has recently reached out to the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) Commissioner Barbara Guinn, seeking information on when the state will upgrade its Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) debit/benefit cards to chip technology.
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Senator Dean Murray honors Debbie Metz as 2024 Women of Distinction
In May of this year at an Albany ceremony, NYS Senator Dean Murray honored Debbie Metz as his 2024 "Women of Distinction" honoree. Recently, at the AMBUCS Adaptive Bike Event in Moriches, New York, the Senator had the opportunity to present Debbie with a NYS Senate proclamation in the presence of her family and friends.
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McCarthy’s Pub celebrates 50th anniversary with Senate proclamation
NYS Senator Dean Murray recently presented Jack McCarthy, Jr. with a NYS Senate Proclamation in recognition of the 50th anniversary of McCarthy’s Pub in Centereach, NY.
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East Patchogue student attains rank of Eagle Scout
NYS Senator Dean Murray recently presented a certificate to Brian Valand at his Eagle Scout Court of Honor held at the Hagerman Fire Department in East Patchogue, NY.
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Senator Murray raises concerns over drug checking services legislation
NYS Senator Dean Murray has expressed concerns regarding legislation S4880C, which aims to establish a drug checking services program. According to Murray, the proposed law does not adequately address the issue of individuals using illegal substances that the program is intended to test for.
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Senator Dean Murray discusses automatic voter registration bill
New York State Senator Dean Murray recently addressed concerns regarding Senate Bill S8752A, which proposes automatic voter registration and preregistration for individuals applying for certain Department of Motor Vehicles documentation and Medicaid enrollees.
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Lawmakers push for stricter penalties with introduction of "Nick's Law
A hit-and-run accident in Patchogue in March 2023 that claimed the life of 25-year-old Nicholas Puzio has prompted NYS Senator Dean Murray and NYS Assemblyman Doug Smith to introduce "Nick’s Law" (S6051/A6520). The legislation aims to increase penalties for those convicted of leaving the scene of an accident involving a death.
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Local teacher honored as "Secondary Social Studies Teacher of the Year
Mr. Andrew Budris, a social studies instructor at Bellport High School in the South Country School District, has been recognized as the "2023-2024 Secondary Social Studies Teacher of the Year" by the National Council for the Social Studies. The National Council for the Social Studies is a professional association dedicated to social studies education.
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Veteran honors fallen comrades with solo Memorial Day march
Walter Maresco served in the United States Air Force and attained the rank of Airman First Class. He was stationed in Okinawa, Japan, in the mid-1960s when he volunteered to go to Vietnam, where he served more than a year in Cam Rahn Bay. He felt serving was an honor, and in his own words, “I love my country. I love my family.”
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Senator Murray criticizes consolidated vote on state leadership confirmations
New York State Senator Dean Murray has voiced strong criticism regarding the recent Senate confirmation process. The Senate took up the confirmation of 45 nominees for leadership positions in New York State government, opting to consolidate all nominations into a single vote.
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Debbie Metz: A beacon of hope for special needs sports in Long Island
Debbie Metz, the founder of Kyle Meier Mastics Sports Club, also known as Kyle Sports for Special Needs, has been transforming the lives of many children in Long Island for the past 14 years. Alongside her grandson, Kyle Meier, a Mastic Beach resident born with multiple physical disabilities that have hindered his typical growth rate, Metz has pursued a vision common to all parents and grandparents - to see their children loved and accepted.
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New York Senate passes bill allowing first responders to carry epinephrine injectors
In Albany today, the New York State Senate unanimously passed a bill allowing law enforcement officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel in Suffolk County and other regions of the state to carry and administer life-saving epinephrine injectors, also known as epi-pens.
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NYS Senator Dean Murray Expresses Concerns Over $2.4 Billion Funding for Migrant Population in State Budget
NYS Senator Dean Murray has raised concerns over the allocation of $2.4 billion in the Aid to Localities state budget for the migrant population. Senator Murray expressed his concerns during a discussion on S8303D.