East Hudson Valley News

New York State Senate Republicans, including Senator Rob Rolison from District 39, have unveiled their legislative agenda for 2025. The plan aims to address the effects of one-party rule in New York and focuses on improving the quality of life for residents, particularly those in the Hudson Valley.

Senator Rolison stated, "I am pleased to join my colleagues in the Senate as we pick up what the majority leaves behind – putting New Yorkers first, strengthening our communities, protecting our residents, and making New York a place where everyone can thrive." He emphasized that these policies aim to provide real solutions across New York while addressing affordability issues and easing financial burdens on families, small businesses, and seniors.

The legislative agenda includes several bills that Senator Rolison plans to sponsor or co-sponsor. Key initiatives include:

- Making childcare, elder care, and healthcare more affordable through tax credits aimed at enhancing child care accessibility (S.8984) and increasing allocations for Child Care Creation and Expansion Tax Credit (S.9403). Additionally, there is a proposal for an extra tax credit for working families eligible for the Household and Dependent Care Tax credit (S.9404).

- Cutting taxes for residents and small businesses by mandating state economic development agencies prioritize small businesses when awarding assistance (S.5407).

- Bringing jobs back to New York by requiring colleges to grant degree credit for military training or courses meeting American Council on Education standards (S.1200).

- Creating lasting affordable clean energy with the "Ratepayer Relief Act" which seeks to determine CLCPA mandate costs and provide relief while cutting existing taxes (S.9893).

- Protecting law enforcement officers by investing in resources necessary for solving violent crimes (S.6212).

- Enhancing road safety by increasing penalties for repeat aggravated reckless driving (S.7717-A) and providing resources to stop reckless driving (S.9931).

For further details about Senator Rolison's work in support of the Hudson Valley community, individuals are encouraged to visit his official website or contact his office directly.