Seward to Attend New York State Education Committee Hearing
State Senator James Seward will be in Onondaga County later this morning to take part in a New York State Education Committee hearing at City Hall in Syracuse.
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Seward Supports Solution to Billing System for Early Intervention Programs
State Senator James Seward has announced his strong support to find a swift solution to a billing system situation that is placing early intervention program services for special needs children at risk.
Seward Proposes Flood Recovery Plan
State Senator James Seward is among a group of six senators working on a flood recovery plan.
Seward says the Senate is taking on its own plan which would help victims of floods when federal government money falls short.
Seward Reflects on State Dairy Industry During Summer Break
Summer is the time of year when state legislators are back in their home districts between sessions. Most use that time to travel through their districts gathering feedback from their constituents.
State Senator James Seward says during his travels, one of the main concerns of dairy farmers is the price of milk. However, state dairy farmers are getting a boost from a new industry.
State Senators Trying To Advance Flood Recovery Efforts
Senator James Seward and Senator Joseph Griffo will be at the Herkimer Fire Department to detail their efforts to get the federal government on board to help residents affected by the recent flooding in the Mohawk Valley, Southern Tier, and the North Country.
Cuomo Signs Into Law EMT Recertification Extension
State Senator Jim Seward announced legislation he sponsored that will extend the emergency medical technician five-year recertification demonstration program has been signed into law by Governor Cuomo.
The legislation provides active volunteer emergency medical technicians in certain counties with additional time to meet recertification requirements.
Seward Pushes for Review of Route 8 Traffic Near Chobani
State Senator James Seward has announced his support for a full New York State Department of Transportation study of traffic safety issues along State Route 8 in Chenango County approaching the Chobani yogurt plant.
Seward Happy with Legislative Session
The state legislature remained busy to close this year's session and passing important legislation.
State Senator James Seward said he was happy that actions taken during the 2013 legislative session reflect the needs and concerns of the people of our area.
State Senate Passes Two Bills Aimed at Helping Veterans
State Senator James Seward announced Wednesday Senate passage of a package of legislation to help New York’s military veterans achieve success in business, employment and education.
Legislature Approves Bill to Increase Loans for Emergency Services Fund
State Senator James Seward announced final legislative approval Wednesday of a bill he sponsored to increase the amounts of allowable loans under the Emergency Services Loan Fund.