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New York Wins In Federal “Race to the Top”

 

Law passed to raise standards, cap on charter schools will net $700 million for public education

WATERTOWN (August 24, 2010)—The announcement today that New York State will receive about $700 million as a winner in the federal “Race to the Top” competition means public school districts throughout Oswego, Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties will see increased funding.

August 24, 2010
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Public Outcry Delays Outdoor Wood Boiler Regs

 

Aubertine: Public unhappy with DEC rules, delay provides opportunity to go back to drawing board

WATERTOWN (August 23, 2010)—State Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine today heralded news that public outcry has forced the Department of Environmental Conservation to delay any action on its proposed regulations for Outdoor Wood Boilers until at least the Spring of 2011.

August 23, 2010
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Growing Support for Energize NY Encouraging

 

Aubertine: Extender gives lawmakers more time to bring program to Assembly vote

August 4, 2010
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Statement from Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine Regarding the Close of the Budget Process

“Today, we closed down the budget process by passing a revenue bill that keeps my commitment to the people of Oswego, Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties to block the governor’s proposed new taxes. After months of frustration that we all felt, this budget, while far from perfect, is a considerable improvement on where we were April 1.

August 3, 2010
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Aubertine Legislation to Expand Energy Storage Technology

Law signed by the Governor reduces regulations to create jobs, meet peak energy demands

WATERTOWN (July 26, 2010)—State Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine said today the signing of legislation last week which he sponsored to cut regulations on new energy storage technology (S.7145) will help to create new jobs, especially Upstate, while addressing the state’s power needs.

July 26, 2010
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Aubertine Receives Rural Schools Association ‘Appreciation Award’

Senator recognized for his commitment and work on behalf of rural schools across the state

WATERTOWN (July 13, 2010)—The New York State Rural Schools Association on Monday afternoon in Cooperstown honored state Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine with its annual Appreciation Award for his work on behalf of rural schools.

July 13, 2010
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BIPARTISAN COALITION CALLS ON THE ASSEMBLY MAJORITY TO PROTECT POWER FOR JOBS PROGRAM

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact Senator Aubertine’s Office:  Lee Willbanks (518) 455-2761Contact Senator Maziarz’s Office:    Adam Tabelski (716) 731-8740 ALBANY (June 29, 2010) Governor David A. Paterson and a bipartisan coalition of legislative leaders today called on the Assembly Majority to protect hundreds of thousands of jobs in New York State by passing Energize New York, which would reform and make permanent the State’s low cost power programs (Power for Jobs and the Energy Cost Savings Benefit Program expired June 2nd).

June 29, 2010
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Senate Takes Lead on NY Jobs, Passes Energize New York

Aubertine bill reforms Power for Jobs as permanent, sustainable job creation, preservation tool

June 21, 2010
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OGDENSBURG CORRECTIONAL FACILITY SAFE!

 

OCF SAFE

Aubertine: Future Secured for OCF, Moriah Shock

June 18, 2010
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Aubertine: Vote Upholds Rights of Sportsmen, Gun Owners

 

Microstamping bill costly to local government, threatens jobs, infringes on 2nd Amendment rights

June 15, 2010
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Senate Passes Bill Requiring Economic Development Officials Make Re-Development Plans for Closing Correctional Facilities, In Order To Save Jobs

ALBANY (June 14, 2010)—Continuing on a commitment to economic growth and good jobs in Central and Northern New York and throughout the state, Sen. Darrel J. Aubertine and his colleagues in the Senate today unanimously approved legislation requiring for the redevelopment and reuse of state prison facilities considered for closure. 

June 14, 2010
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Aubertine Questions DEC Regulations on Outdoor Wood Boilers

 

Senator opposes proposal and introduces legislation that would allow for continued use of boilers

June 3, 2010
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Historic Agreement Reached Between New York Power Authority and North Country Officials

MASSENA (June 2, 2010) - New York Power Authority (NYPA) President and Chief Executive Officer Richard M. Kessel today was joined by several North Country officials at a ceremony marking the signing of an historic agreement to provide some of the most significant economic development benefits to the region in recent history. The agreement calls for the Power Authority to provide $16 million and 20 megawatts (MW) of low-cost hydropower for economic development purposes throughout St. Lawrence County.

June 2, 2010
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Col. David J. Clark Inducted in Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame

 

Aubertine: Col. Clark’s distinguished military service, community involvement make him stand out

June 1, 2010
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Senate Acts to Keep Parks & Historic Sites Open

 

Lawmakers forge agreement with Governor to fund full operation of parks, historic sites

May 28, 2010
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Senate Passes Resolution Honoring Fallen Fort Drum Soldiers

Aubertine: Recognizing those who have made ultimate sacrifice honors all in armed service

May 26, 2010
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Aubertine Holds Bipartisan Roundtable on Legislation Intended to Limit New York’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions

 

Meeting expands dialogue with business groups to better gauge bill’s impact and effectiveness

May 26, 2010
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Power for Jobs Extended Two Weeks In the Absence of a Three-Way Agreement

Sens. Aubertine, Maziarz, Gov release new plan to make program permanent, focus on Upstate

May 18, 2010
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Aubertine UTV Bill Passes Senate

 

Bill redefines ATV in state law to make side-by-side vehicles legal up to 1,500lbs

May 12, 2010
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Senate Acts Quickly to Pass New ‘Power for Jobs’ Program

Economic Benefit Power Program to be streamlined and permanent with more power available

New program builds on past success retaining jobs to create new jobs and economic growth

May 5, 2010
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