New York State is currently home to a collection of research and clinical experts on DM, including a growing hub of researchers at The RNA Institute at @UAlbany, SUNY - The State University of New York, and University of Rochester. #internationalMyotonicDystrophyAwarenessDay #NYGreenforDM

These rocks were handed out at the Donate Life New York State inaugural luncheon today to be spread around to promote the importance of #organdonation Donate Life America Organ Donation and Transplantation Alliance United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) Please consider being an organ donor!

Did you know… The Department of Financial Services has a new regulatory unit – the Pharmacy Benefits Bureau?

High school students from Montgomery, Fulton and Hamilton Counties hold a summit meeting on fighting climate change as part of a BOCES program. Each represented a different nation in a U.N.-like forum. They arrived at agreement on pollution control priorities worldwide.

The Best Summer Jobs are at New York State Parks! Visit parks.ny.gov/employment/?ut… and select the posting associated with the county in which you would like to work. Fill out the application and Parks will be in touch!

I am humbled to receive this recognition. High quality, higher education is the foundation of New York State's future. That's why I'm a proud SUNY advocate.

Humbled and proud to receive UAlbany's highest award from President Havidan Rodriguez. Thanks Assemblymembers McDonald and Fahy for joining.

Two great organizations helping with food security in the Capitol Region. Thanks to Free Food Fridge and Trinity Alliance.

Pleased to welcome the Fonda-Fultonville High School government class to the Capitol this morning! They fired some tough, thoughtful questions. Stop by again!

Mohonasan and Shalmont High School students meet Town of Rotterdam Supervisor Mollie Collins along with top elected officials and Town Staff.

Pleased to honor Elizabeth Martin, CEO of Living Resources, as a Woman of Distinction for 2023! She has been a leader in public service and non-profit human services for over 27 years. Thank you, Elizabeth!

Today kicks off PRIDE Month! The flag is up at City Hall, and there are a month's worth of events. Find them here: 518capitalpride.com/2023-events-1

Great day for Pride Parade! Perfect weather and HUGE turnout. Pleased to be with Tess Collins and Congressman Paul Tonko, two great friends.

Proud to welcome the Championship Albany Academy Girls basketball team to the NYS Senate Chamber with Assemblywoman Pat Fahy! Awesome 2022-2023 Season, undefeated in the Colonial Council. Huge turn around this year!

Heads up Volunteer Firefighters! $25 million grant program for new construction and equipment. See here... dhses.ny.gov/state-funded-p…

Looking for a new job? Job Fair in Albany, Sponsored by HVCC Tuesday, March 5, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET) 20 Warren Street Albany, NY 12202 Check it out....

State Parks & DEC team up to host accessible events at their parks this Saturday. Locations statewide, including Five Rivers near Delmar. opwdd.ny.gov/get-outdoors-g…

DYK? The American Revolutionary War was won in large part by our military alliance with France, led by the Marquis de LaFayette. We noted the 200th Anniversary of his 1824 visit to Albany, honoring his role in our Independence.