State Rep. Joe Angelino
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Recent News About State Rep. Joe Angelino
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New York announces $25M grant program for volunteer fire departments
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino has responded to the announcement of the Volunteer Fire Infrastructure & Response Equipment (V-FIRE) Grant Program by the New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services. The program, which is state-funded with a budget of $25 million, aims to support volunteer fire departments.
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Angelino praises new law mandating direct payment for ambulance services
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino (R,C-Norwich) expressed his appreciation for Governor Hochul's signing of the Ambulance Direct Pay Bill (A.250/S.1466) into law. This legislation mandates that insurance companies send payments directly to ambulance service providers, ensuring they receive the necessary resources to operate safely and effectively. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and Assembly earlier this year.
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Direct pay bill for EMS awaits Governor Hochul's signature
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino (R,C-Norwich) and Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo held a press conference with regional Emergency Medical Service (EMS) providers at the Broome County Emergency Services Office in Dickinson. Norwich Fire Chief Jan Papelino and Chenango County Emergencies Services Director/Fire Coordinator Matthew Beckwith were also present.
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Angelino criticizes migrant crisis handling, cites impact on rural New York
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino (R,C-Norwich) joined Minority colleague Brandon Williams (NY-22), Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C-Mohawk Valley and the Adirondacks), and Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) for a press conference regarding the ongoing migrant crisis. Angelino expressed that many rural communities in New York do not have the capacity to take in large numbers of migrants.
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Child Care Workforce Grants application period opens with $500 million funding
Applications for Child Care Workforce Grants are now open, according to a recent announcement. The initiative provides $500 million in funding, which will support approximately 150,000 direct childcare staff through financial incentives. These incentives range from $2,300 to $3,000 in retention and referral bonuses for existing staff, as well as sign-on bonuses for new hires.
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Access to Home grants open with over $30 million in funding
“I am happy to announce that the first round of funding for the Access to Home grant program is open. Over $30 million in funds has been made available for this program, which seeks to make homes more affordable for those with disabilities. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 31, are available to eligible not-for-profit organizations and units of local government and must be submitted using the Community Development Online Application System (CDOL). Application materials can be found on the New York State Homes and Community Renewal website. I urge any...
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Bridge named in honor of Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Stephen H. Doane
Today, Assemblyman Joseph Angelino (R,C-Norwich) joined Town of Walton Supervisor Joe Cetta and Assemblyman Chris Tague (R,C-Schoharie) for the unveiling of the “1LT Stephen H. Doane Memorial Bridge.” Lt. Doane is a posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor, the highest military honor awarded to U.S. service members. He earned this distinction by sacrificing his life to save fellow soldiers and eliminate an enemy bunker during the Vietnam War. Lt. Doane is interred at Arlington National Cemetery. A memorial was also presented to his family.
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Farmland protection grants announced for New York State
Assemblymember John Angelino expressed satisfaction with the recent allocation of nearly $50 million for farmland protection through the Farmland Protection Implementation Grants Program. "I am proud to see that close to $50 million in funds for farmland protection has been made available through the Farmland Protection Implementation Grants Program," Angelino stated.
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Angelino honors fallen state police sergeant at memorial ceremony
Earlier this week in Albany, Assemblyman Joseph Angelino (R,C-Norwich) attended the New York State Police Memorial Remembrance Ceremony held on the Empire State Plaza, adjacent to the Capitol building. During the ceremony, fellow Norwich native Sgt. F. Brent Chomyszak was honored by having his name added to the memorial.