State Senator Robert G. Ortt (NY)
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New York state lawmakers criticize inmate release policy amid staffing crisis
In Collins, New York, a gathering of Republican state lawmakers expressed strong objections to recent actions by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS).
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Republicans urge DiNapoli to oppose divestment of Tesla from state pension fund
In a recent development, Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and members of the Senate Republican Conference have urged Comptroller DiNapoli to reject a proposal by Senate Democrats to divest from Tesla Inc. as part of New York's state pension fund...
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Ortt and local officials defend Rochester police for aiding federal agents
Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt joined local officials and police advocacy groups in Rochester to express support for the Rochester Police Department (RPD) officers who assisted Border Patrol agents in an emergency.
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Republicans push for 'Laken's Law' passage amid debate over immigration policy
Senate and Assembly Republicans gathered at the State Capitol in Albany, NY, to advocate for the passage of "Laken's Law" and the repeal of New York’s "Green Light" law.
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New York lawmakers push for Laken's Law amid sanctuary policy criticism
Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt and Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay, along with members of the Senate and Assembly Minority Conferences, gathered at the State Capitol with United States "Border Czar" Tom Homan to discuss border security and...
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Senate Republicans criticize Democrats' proposed $259 billion budget
Governor Hochul's budget proposal in January set a historic precedent as the first New York State budget exceeding a quarter of a trillion dollars.
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Senate Minority criticizes new one-house resolution for increased spending
When Governor Kathy Hochul presented her budget in January, it was the first instance of a New York Governor proposing a budget exceeding a quarter of a trillion dollars.
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New York GOP senators push budget priorities ahead of one-house votes
State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt, along with fellow senators Andrew Lanza, Thomas O'Mara, Pam Helming, and Bill Weber, have called on Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins to consider key budget priorities as the New York State...
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Ortt criticizes Governor Hochul's decision to deploy National Guard amid prison strikes
Sending the National Guard into subways to perform duties of the NYPD and into prisons to replace correction officers is not considered an optimal use of resources, according to Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt.
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New York Governor suspends proposed NYPA rate hikes amid cost concerns
My colleagues and I in Western New York and the Southern Tier called on NYPA to reconsider disastrous rate hikes that would have been detrimental to communities and businesses in our districts that rely on low-cost power.
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Republicans address concerns to US Attorney General Pamela Bondi
Letter from Senate and Assembly Republicans to US Attorney General Pamela Bondi was released on February 10, 2025.
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Albany Democrats halt election interference bill amid Republican backlash
Albany Democrats faced criticism after attempting to pass a bill that Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt described as an effort to "silence the voices of hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers."
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New York legislators propose measures to aid struggling volunteer firefighting forces
Today in Wilson, New York State Senator Rob Ortt, alongside Assembly members and county leaders, addressed the ongoing challenges faced by volunteer fire departments.
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New York Power Authority faces backlash over proposed rate hikes
Senior members of the New York Power Authority (NYPA) held a public forum in Albany to discuss proposed rate hikes for preference power over the next four years.
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NYS Education Commissioner's salary hike criticized by Senate Republicans
Members of the Senate Republican Conference have criticized Albany officials for approving a significant salary increase for New York State Education Department Commissioner Betty Rosa.
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Senator Ortt honors middle schoolers for heroic rescue
New York State Senator Rob Ortt awarded the New York State Senate Liberty Medal to two students from Newfane Central School District, Liam Hedley and Hunter Marcello.
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Senate Republicans unveil 2025 agenda focusing on affordability and safety
The New York State Senate Republican Conference has announced its "Liberate New York" legislative agenda for 2025, targeting what it perceives as detrimental policies by the Democratic establishment.
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New York officials criticize state's Green Light Law for hindering law enforcement
North Tonawanda, NY - On January 10, 2025, New York State Senator Rob Ortt, alongside members of the Western New York legislative delegation, law enforcement officials, and county clerks, criticized New York's Green Light Law.
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Concerns raised over migrant housing costs and management in Western New York
Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and members of the Western New York legislative delegation have expressed concerns to Governor Kathy Hochul regarding illegal migrants entering Western New York.
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Critics call for pause on CLCPA amid rising energy costs
Albany's energy policies have come under scrutiny as concerns about rising energy costs grow among New York families and businesses.