State Senator Robert G. Ortt (NY)
Recent News About State Senator Robert G. Ortt (NY)
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Rob Ortt opposes mandatory sprinkler system rule change due to cost concerns
Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt has voiced his opposition to a proposed rule change by the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council.
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New York residents oppose mandatory fire sprinkler systems in new homes
A proposal by the Fire Prevention and Building Code Council to require fire sprinkler systems in all new single-family homes in New York has sparked opposition from some residents.
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Republicans criticize Governor Hochul's revival of congestion pricing after election
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt, alongside Senator Rob Rolison, Senator-elect Steve Chan, and community advocates, criticized Governor Kathy Hochul's decision to revive congestion pricing.
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Sumitomo plant closure impacts over 1,500 jobs in Tonawanda
The closure of the Sumitomo plant in Tonawanda has resulted in significant job losses, impacting over 1,000 union workers and nearly 500 white-collar employees.
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Ortt calls for broader delay in New York's electric truck regulation
New York's electric truck regulations have sparked concern over their impact on businesses and municipalities, according to Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt. He expressed that the regulations are a "burdensome mandate passed without proper consideration of the impact on businesses and municipalities that lack the adequate infrastructure or resources to pay for them."
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Senate Republicans send letter to Governor Hochul on clean trucking regulations
Senate Republicans have addressed a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul concerning advanced clean trucking regulations. The correspondence, dated October 10, 2024, highlights the party's stance on these regulations.
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New York Senate Republicans urge delay on advanced clean truck regulations
Members of the New York State Senate Republican Conference have expressed concerns over the Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) regulations set to be implemented by the Department of Environmental Conservation. In a letter addressed to Governor Kathy Hochul, they called for a delay in implementing these regulations.
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Officials rally for release of American hostages in Gaza
New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt joined faith leaders and elected officials in Buffalo to call for the release of four American hostages held in Gaza. The event, part of the Bring Them Home Tour, was held at the Statler Buffalo and included several prominent figures such as Bring Them Home Tour Founder Morris Oiring, New York State Senator George Borrello, Rabbi Mendy Labkowski, Pastor Doug Reed, Erie County Legislators Frank Todaro and Chris Greene, and Erie County Republican Committee Chairman Michael Kracker.
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New York State leaders urge governor to sign big game rifle hunting bill
Today, standing with the owners of Escarpment Arms, New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt called on Governor Kathy Hochul to sign Senate Bill S.8382B into law. The bill would allow for rifle hunting of big game in Niagara County.
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New York lawmakers urge expansion of veterans tuition assistance
Niagara County, NY - New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt hosted a press conference at SUNY Niagara to discuss the benefits of New York State Senate Bill S8596-A, which aims to amend the education law by expanding eligibility under the veterans tuition awards program.
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Officials urge NYSDOT to reconsider decision on Lewiston-Porter High School traffic light
Standing outside the Lewiston-Porter High School campus, New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt, Assemblyman Angelo Morinello, and Superintendent Paul Casseri urged Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) to reconsider their decision not to install a traffic light outside the school.
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Senator Ortt calls for investigation into alleged espionage by ex-Hochul aide
The indictment of a top staffer in Governor Kathy Hochul's administration as a foreign agent for the Chinese Communist Party has raised significant security concerns. Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt issued a statement addressing the issue, describing it as a severe failure that jeopardizes both New York and the United States.
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Senate Republicans unveil new energy package aiming for affordable solutions
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and members of the Senate Republican Conference unveiled the “Creating Lasting Affordable Energy for New York,” a comprehensive legislative package aimed at ensuring a clean, affordable energy future for all New Yorkers.
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Ortt urges Hochul to reverse planned CDPAP cuts
Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt and members of the Senate Republican Conference have written to Governor Hochul, urging her to reverse planned cuts to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) and restore Comptroller oversight. This appeal follows recent comments by the Governor indicating she might consider delaying or altering the proposed CDPAP cuts.
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Lawmakers advocate for Lockport Cave oversight through new legislation
New York State Senator Rob Ortt, alongside Assembly Members Mike Norris and Angelo Morinello, discussed the passage of Senate Bill S.9241 and Assembly Bill A.10399 today in Lockport, NY.
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Niagara County big game rifle hunting bill passes Senate
Albany – Yesterday, Senate Bill S.8382 passed with a vote of 57-2, allowing rifle hunting of big game in Niagara County. Currently, Niagara County is one of five counties in the state that does not permit rifle hunting. By amending existing Environmental Conservation Law at no cost to taxpayers, licensed hunters in the county will be able to hunt big game between November 15 and December 7 using a rifle.
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New York Senate passes bill for vessel safety inspections after Lockport Cave tragedy
Albany, NY – Today, the New York State Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill S.9241, which pertains to the duty to inspect vessels operated on non-navigable underground waters. This legislation follows a tragic incident at the Lockport Cave and Boat Tour that resulted in the death of a Niagara Falls man and injuries to nearly a dozen others last year. The investigation revealed that no local, county, or state agency was responsible for overseeing such attractions.
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World War II veteran Henry Ross celebrates centennial birthday
Henry Ross served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II as a Tech Sergeant. Referred to as “Uncle Hank,” he served from 1943 to 1945 as a Radio Operator and a Side Waist Gunner on board a B-24 Liberator. Following six months of boot camp and basic training, he was assigned to the 450th Bombardment Group H of the 721st Squadron based in Manduria, Italy.
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Senator Ortt welcomes Western NY Energy highlighting bioethanol's role in emission reduction
Albany, NY – On May 22, 2024, Senator Rob Ortt welcomed Western New York Energy, a Medina-based small business, to the New York State Capitol. CEO Tim Winters presented their new 2023 Ford Escape flex-fuel plug-in hybrid vehicle and educated members of the State Legislature about their technology aimed at reducing transportation emissions by using higher blends of low-carbon, renewable bioethanol (such as E85).
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Senate Republicans criticize new business mandate over economic concerns
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt, alongside Senator Dan Stec, Ranking Member of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee, Senator Pam Helming, and members of the Senate Republican Conference, voiced opposition today to the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act (S4246-B). They argue that this mandate on businesses will result in higher costs for consumers.