State Senator Robert G. Ortt (NY)
Recent News About State Senator Robert G. Ortt (NY)
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Michelle Johnson: A pillar of service in Rochester's TCB Warehouse and Hamlin community
Michelle Johnson, Office and Human Resource Manager at TCB Warehouse in Rochester, also holds several positions within the Town of Hamlin. She has served as the Senior Citizen Coordinator for 12 years and as the Hilton Parma Fire District Secretary for the Town of Parma for 27 years. Ms. Johnson is also a health coach, guiding individuals towards their health goals and promoting healthy lifestyle habits.
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Senate Republicans Demand Columbia University President Address Anti-Semitic Protests on Campus
Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt, Senator Tom O’Mara, Senator Joseph Griffo, and Senator Jack Martins, along with other Republican members, are calling for Columbia University President Minouche Shafik to address the ongoing pro-Hamas protests on campus and ensure the safety of all students.Ortt emphasized the importance of President Shafik providing a plan of action to address the safety concerns on campus, stating, "President Shafik must provide answers and inform the Legislature of her plan going forward to put an end to these violent, anti-Jewish protests and hold...
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New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt Hosts Small Business Roundtable
New York State Senator Rob Ortt recently hosted a small business roundtable in Kendall, in collaboration with SUNY Brockport Small Business Development Center Regional Director Lindsay Ward. The event took place at The Grove 1848 and aimed to gather insights from various businesses and entrepreneurs from Orleans and Monroe County.During the roundtable, Senator Ortt expressed his gratitude to the participants, stating, "There is no better way to learn what business owners are dealing with, both good and bad, than hearing directly from them." He also emphasized the...
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Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt Comments on Tragic Line of Duty Deaths of Two Syracuse Area Law Enforcement Officials
Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt expressed his condolences following the tragic line of duty deaths of two Syracuse area law enforcement officials. Ortt stated, "The tragic shooting deaths of an Onondaga County Sheriff’s Deputy and a Syracuse PD officer are a gut-wrenching reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the brave men and women who put themselves in harm’s way in order to protect our communities."Ortt continued, offering prayers for the victims' families, loved ones, and the law enforcement community affected by the loss, saying, "Our prayers are with the...
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New York State Republicans Call for Increased Local Control of Energy Projects
New York State Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt, along with Assemblymen Norris and Morinello, have expressed their opposition to the Renewable Action Through Project Interconnection and Deployment (RAPID) Act in a letter addressed to the Governor. The act, which aims to streamline the environmental review and permitting process for renewable energy projects, has raised concerns among the lawmakers regarding its potential impact on local communities.Senator Ortt emphasized the importance of local voices in deciding the placement of large-scale energy projects, stating,...
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Senate Republican Conference Unveils Antisemitism Report And Legislation
The New York State Senate Republican Conference Antisemitism Working Group has presented their Antisemitism report and urged Governor Hochul and Legislative Majorities to prioritize legislative recommendations aimed at addressing the surge of antisemitism in communities.Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “Antisemitism is not a new problem, but we have seen a drastic and alarming increase since the horrific terrorist attacks on Israel in October. This is one of the most pressing issues facing our state.” Senator Jack...
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Senate Republican Conference Unveils Legislative Package To Prioritize Housing
ALBANY, NY -- Senate Republican Leader Robert Ortt, along with Senator Pam Helming, ranking member of the Senate Committee on Housing, Construction, and Community Development, and members of the Senate Republican Conference, today unveiled a comprehensive package of legislation designed to prioritize housing in New York State.Leader Rob Ortt emphasized the importance of addressing housing affordability, stating, "Housing affordability is one of the biggest issues facing our state. Our conference has a plan to revitalize our existing housing stock by removing blight from...
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Senate Republican Leader Responds to Senator Schumer's Remarks on Israel
Senator Chuck Schumer’s attack on the elected Israeli government during this time of crisis is truly unconscionable, according to Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt. In response to Schumer's call for new elections in Israel, Ortt emphasized that "the true ‘Obstacle to peace’ is the Hamas backed terror regime that sanctioned the rape and murder of Israeli civilians on October 7th."Ortt further stressed that "peace in the region will only come when the United States stands strongly in support of Israel’s right to defend itself." This statement comes amidst escalating...
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Tell Albany: Pass Laken's Law Now!
In a recent call to action, concerned individuals are urging Albany to take immediate action on passing Laken's Law, a piece of legislation aimed at preventing tragedies like the case of Laken Riley. The call comes in the wake of the brutal killing of Laken Riley by an illegal immigrant, shining a light on the implications of current policies.Laken's story has gripped the nation, with one individual expressing, "The nation has been watching the case of Laken Riley with horror – the life of a bright young woman who’s life was brutally cut short by an illegal immigrant."...
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Statement From Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt On Democrats Latest Partisan Gerrymandering Attempt
Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt has expressed strong criticism towards Albany Democrats for their latest actions in the redistricting process. Ortt condemned the Democrats' move to deviate from the fair maps approved by a bipartisan vote of the Independent Redistricting Commission, accusing them of engaging in partisan gerrymandering.Ortt highlighted the Democrats' history of manipulating the redistricting process to serve their own interests, stating, "Since the creation of the IRC, Democrats have continually circumvented the will of New Yorkers and attempted to rig...