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"Vince's Law" Passes State Senate, Moves Onto Assembly

Gino Geruntino — Mon, 06 May 2013 23:37:44 +0000

The New York State Senate has passed a law named after an elderly Onondaga County man killed by a drunk driver.

Seward: Root Out Corruption In Albany

Jim Rondenelli — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:04:15 +0000

Legislation that would end pension benefits for elected officials convicted of felonies has been introduced in the state Senate.

Senator James Seward is co-sponsoring the legislation.

He says the recent arrests and accusations of corruption involving state

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Richfield Springs To Establish Student Based Health Center

Jim Rondenelli — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:28:49 +0000

The new state budget includes $150,000 to establish a Bassett Healthcare Network school-based health center at Richfield Springs Central School.

Senator James Seward, who announced the funding,

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Seward Comments On State Budget Approval [VIDEO]

Jim Rondenelli — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:37:23 +0000

New York State's 2013-14 budget has passed the Senate.

Final approval came at 4:30 this morning.

Senator James Seward says the budget controls spending, cuts taxes and helps create jobs.

Seward says he's particularly pleased with the school aid portion of the

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Senate Approves Bill Increasing Penalties For Injuring K9 Officers

Jim Rondenelli — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:33:05 +0000

A bill that would toughen the penalty for killing or injuring a police animal has passed the State Senate.

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Seward: State On Track For On Time Budget

Jim Rondenelli — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:28:23 +0000

Senator James Seward says the state legislature is on track to pass an on-time budget for the third straight year.

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Senate Announces Farming Initiative

Jim Rondenelli — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:28:27 +0000

A proposal has been unveiled in the state Senate to help farmers.

Senator James Seward says the "Grown in New York" plan will strengthen the state's $5.2 billion dollar agriculture industry.

Seward says the initiative would r

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State Senate Republican Conference Introduces Family Tax Relief Act

Gino Geruntino — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 23:37:35 +0000

New York's Senate Republican Conference is unveiling a plan that may help create tax savings for families and seniors.

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Seward Attends Albany Gun Rally

Jim Rondenelli — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:58:16 +0000

Thousands attended a pro gun rally at the State Capitol yesterday, including Senator James Seward.

Seward says passing a bill that diminishes Second Amendment rights and makes criminals out of law abiding gun owners fails to address the real cause of gun violence.

In light of recent tragedies, Senator Seward says something must be done

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Seward Stands With Gun Owners

Jim Rondenelli — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:58:04 +0000

State Senator James Seward joined in a rally outside the state Capitol today in support of gun owners' rights.

Seward says law abiding gun owners made the trip to Albany to exercise their First Amendment right and express their opposition to the governor's gun control bill, which tramples on their Second Amdenment right.

He says he was proud to stand with them.

Seward voted against the NY

Local Lawmakers React To Governor Cuomo's 2013-2014 Budget Proposal

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 02:25:54 +0000

Albany, NY (WIBX) - Local legislators in the State Assembly and Senate are generally pleased with Governor Andrew Cuomo's 2013-2014 budget proposal.

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Remington Arms Facebook Page Draws Large Following, Support Against NY Safe Act

Gino Geruntino — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 17:00:50 +0000

Ilion, NY (WIBX) - The ink has barely dried on Governor Andrew Cuomo's NY Safe Act, but the village of Ilion is already worried about the possible impacts.

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Governor Andrew Cuomo Launches Website Explaining Gun Law

Gino Geruntino — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 00:21:39 +0000

Albany, NY (WIBX) - If you're having trouble understanding Governor Andrew Cuomo's recently signed gun law, a new website explaining it is here to help.

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Senator James Seward Discusses 2013 Agenda In Herkimer

Gino Geruntino — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:07:57 +0000

Herkimer, NY (WIBX) - Mandate relief, providing more aid to struggling schools and promoting job growth are only a few of the goals State Senator James Seward has on his agenda this year.

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Herkimer County's Small Businesses Receive Helping Hand From State

Gino Geruntino — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 17:47:08 +0000

Herkimer, NY (WIBX) - Two local lawmakers are helping Herkimer County's small businesses thrive.

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Seward Sworn In For New Term

Jim Rondenelli — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 09:14:37 +0000

Oneonta, NY (WIBX) - State Senator James Seward took the oath of office for another term at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta on Tuesday.

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Brindisi Ranked Among CNY's "Greenest" Legislators, Griffo Worst

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 18:30:15 +0000

Albany, NY (WIBX) - Assemblyman Anthony Brindisi ranks among Central New York's "greenest" state lawmakers, according to the EPL/Environmental Advocates' 2012 Voters' Guide.

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Seward, Tenney Win Primaries

Jim Rondenelli — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 09:23:02 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Senator James Seward posted an overwhelming Primary Day victory, winning the Republican nomination for the 51st State Senate District.

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Today Is Primary Day

Jim Rondenelli — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:22:43 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) – Voters are heading to the polls across New York State to vote in primary races. The primary was moved from Tuesday’s 9-11 anniversary to today. Assemblywoman Claudia Tenney faces Walden Mayor Brian Maher in a Republican primary in the 101st Assembly District. Senator James Seward is being challenged by James Blake [...]

Seward Receives Top Marks

Jim Rondenelli — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:22:48 +0000

Albany, NY (WIBX) - State Senator James Seward has received top marks from a pair of leading business groups.

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