Charles J. Fuschillo Jr.'s Videos

Senator Fuschillo votes to confirm Thomas Madison as the new Executive Director of the New York State Thruway Authority, stating he has the experience needed to handle the challenges ahead, most notably rebuilding the Tappan Zee Bridge.

Senator Fuschillo is the Chairman of the New York State Senate's Transportation and chaired a meeting of the committee to examine Mr. Madison's qualifications and professional experience prior to the Senate vote.

Senator Fuschillo appears on News 12 Long Island to discuss plans to hold public hearings on distracted driving. The hearings will examine how New York State can better prevent distracted driving to improve safety on our roadways.

"This Friday, our nation will honor and pay tribute to some of its greatest heroes; our veterans.

America has been, and still is, a beacon of hope for those throughout the world because of the freedoms its citizens enjoy. Those freedoms only exist because of the men and women who fought to protect them throughout our history. Every American veteran deserves our respect, gratitude, and appreciation for their service.

Please take a moment this Veterans’ Day to remember all those who served and sacrificed to protect the freedoms and liberties we all cherish. Thank you to each and every veteran for all you’ve done for our families, our communities, and our country."

Senator Fuschillo discusses the LIRR pension scandal on Fox 5's Good Day NY.

News 12 story on Senator Fuschillo's proposal to strengthen Leandra's Law (Local Officials Push for More Strident DWI Laws, 10/16/11).

Click here to read more about how Senator Fuschilllo's proposal will strengthen Leandra's Law and make it harder for drunk drivers to get around the law's mandatory ignition interlock requirement.

Senator Fuschillo votes "yes" on legislation to cap property taxes in New York State. The legislation was passed by the Senate and Assembly and signed into law by the Governor.

Click here to read more about New York State's new property tax cap.

Lt. Governor Duffy applauds the Senate passage of autism insurance reform legislation, sponsored by Senator Fuschillo, which would enable individuals with autism to receive insurance coverage for the screening, diagnosis, and treatment of autism spectrum disorders. Senator Fuschillo thanks the Lt. Governor for supporting the legislation, which would give families with autism access to treatment coverage just like any other condition and ensure that they are not denied services solely because of an autism diagnosis.

Senator Fuschillo votes to repeal the MTA payroll tax. Senator Fuschillo cosponsored the legislation, which was passed by the New York State Senate on June 15, 2011.

Click here to read more about the legislation.
Click here to support Senator Fuschillo's efforts to repeal the MTA payroll tax.

           Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick) recently paid tribute to his 2011 Veterans Hall of Fame Inductee, Brigadier General George A. Jones of Roosevelt. The Senate's Veterans Hall of Fame recognizes veterans statewide for either extraordinary efforts in combat or in work performed after discharge from the service.