East Hudson Valley News

Last week, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) was elected as the chairman of the Assembly Minority Policy Committee by the New York State Assembly Minority Conference. In his new role, Slater will lead efforts to establish and advance key policy positions for the conference.

The committee's focus is on developing and approving legislative priorities that address critical issues facing New Yorkers. For 2025, these priorities include addressing New York’s affordability crisis, enhancing public safety, and creating new opportunities for all residents.

"The Assembly Minority Conference has a long history of proposing common sense solutions to New York’s challenges. I’m honored to take on this leadership role and help craft policies that reflect the needs and values of New Yorkers all across the state," said Slater. "Thank you to my colleagues for entrusting me with this responsibility—I know we will continue to be the voice of reason and offer policies that will transform our state government into one that delivers for everyone."

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski) expressed confidence in Slater's capabilities: "Our Assembly Minority Policy Committee is central to shaping our Conference’s platform and crafting legislative solutions to the challenges facing New Yorkers. As our new ARPC Chairman, I’m confident Matt will do a great job driving the discussions and working with our members on common-sense proposals that help our constituents. There’s no shortage of work or effective ideas to move the state in a better direction. I congratulate Matt on this new role."