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New Yorkers will soon be receiving greater protections from telemarketers, due to a new law sponsored by Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District).

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District) and Assemblyman David G. McDonough (19th Assembly District) recently honored Seaford High School teacher Stephen Bongiovi on being chosen as the 2006 New York State Teacher of the Year. The two legislators presented Mr. Bongiovi with a resolution, which they jointly sponsored in the State Legislature, recognizing his extraordinary achievement. "Mr. Bongiovi truly epitomizes what being a teacher is all about.

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District) joined with his Long Island colleagues in the New York State Senate to show his support for the creation of a New York State Veterans’ "Hall of Fame". Senator Fuschillo co-sponsored the legislation that would authorize the construction and operation of the hall. The plan unanimously passed the legislature and is now on its way to Governor George Pataki.

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District), who was the author of the law that lowered the state’s legal limit blood alcohol level (BAC) from .10 to .08, was joined by Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto and DWI activists in asking drivers to be cautious as we approach the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the first holiday weekend during which Vasean’s Law will be in effect."With Vasean’s Law in effect, people who drink and drive will no longer be able to escape prosecution for the more serious crimes of killing or injuring another while driving drunk.

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate) announced today that he has secured $15,000 in state grant funding for the Freeport Police Athletic League (PAL). The Freeport PAL will use these funds to offset the cost of purchasing a passenger van for travel teams."The Freeport PAL would like to thank Senator Fuschillo for his continued support," stated Mike Pomerico, Executive Director of Freeport PAL.

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District) welcomed Bernadette Castro, Commissioner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation as his guest on his weekly "Legislative Update" television show. The program will air on Friday, June 24 at 4:45 p.m. on Channel 18 of Cablevision’s Woodbury system.Commissioner Castro and Senator Fuschillo spoke about the upcoming summer traveling season. The two government officials discussed the variety of attractions New York State offers to both tourists and native New Yorkers.

The Seaford Community Wellness Council recently received $20,000 in state grant funding to help finance their programs, thanks to the efforts of New York State Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District)."We should always encourage and support programs that teach children how to lead healthy and happy lives, how to make good decisions, and how to cope with the issues that all teenagers must face," said Senator Fuschillo.

According to the National Weather Service, June is the beginning of the Atlantic hurricane season. Although the chances of Long Island being hit with a major hurricane are unlikely, Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District) is now offering residents a free brochure with information about disaster preparedness to help them be prepared in the event of an emergency."Natural disasters, such as hurricanes or flooding, often occur with little or no warning, so the best way to minimize any damage is to be prepared," said Senator Fuschillo.

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (8th Senate District), today presented Copiague resident George Miller, a member of the Amityville Fire Department, with the New York State Senate’s Liberty Award in honor of his heroic rescue of two individuals from a burning Lindenhurst home."Without hesitation or regard for his own safety, Mr. Miller ran into a burning home several times in order to save the lives of two individuals who were still trapped inside. As a result of his bravery, tragedy was averted and those people were saved," said Senator Fuschillo. "Mr.