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Statement from Senator McDonald on NYRA Reorganization

“It’s important that the public’s trust is restored in New York racing. It’s especially significant that progress is made so that the upcoming Saratoga race meet is a successful one due to the considerable economic impact six weeks of racing has on Saratoga Springs, Saratoga County, the Capital Region and the North country. We will continue working to ensure the future success of racing in New York because local people, small business owners and horsemen depend on it,” said Senator McDonald.

May 25, 2012
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Patrick Abrams

The recipient of Two Purple Hearts, First Sergeant (1SG) Patrick Abrams’ outstanding military career spans over 30 years, with combined service in the United States Army and the New York Army National Guard. 1SG Abrams has served two combat deployments during his years of service: from 1971-1972, he served with the 101st Airborne Division in the Republic of Vietnam; and in 2004, he served with C/2/108th Infantry 1st Infantry Division during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

May 18, 2012
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Committee Meeting: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Meeting

Senate Standing Committee on Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Senator Roy McDonald, Chair 11:00 AM, Wednesday, May 30, 2012 Room 123 CAP

May 30, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Major Jude B. Mulvey

Major Jude B. Mulvey, attorney, community volunteer, wife and mother, is also a Major in the New York Army National Guard (NYANG) who was deployed to Tikrit, Iraq, for 18 months, as well as to the World Trade Center in September 2001.

Since 1997, Major Mulvey has served as the Deputy Staff Judge Advocate with the 42nd Infantry “Rainbow” Division, which was the first National Guard division to be sent to an active combat area of operations under its own command since the Korean War. During Operation Iraqi Freedom III, Major Mulvey developed and implemented training of Iraqi Army and police recruits on the Law of War and Human Rights, and also was responsible for the review of all contract and fi scal law issues in North Central Iraq for the United States Army.

May 15, 2012
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First Sergeant Patrick Abrams Induction into Veterans Hall of Fame

Troy– Senator Roy McDonald (R-Saratoga) recognized First Sergeant (1SG) Patrick Abrams of Brunswick, induction into the State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame at a local ceremony on Saturday, May 12, at the Veterans of Lansingburgh Club.

May 14, 2012
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Committee Meeting: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Meeting

Senate Standing Committee on Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Senator Roy McDonald, Chair 9:30 AM, Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Room 124 CAP

May 15, 9:30 AM - 9:37 AM
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Committee Meeting: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Meeting

Senate Standing Committee on Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Senator Roy McDonald, Chair 9:30 AM, Wednesday, May 9, 2012 Room 123 CAP

May 9, 9:30 AM - 9:33 AM
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Saratoga WALK MS

Senator McDonald to Rally 100s of Walkers at Saratoga Springs Event 

May 1, 2012
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Senator McDonald Discusses the Importance of Protecting Vulnerable People with Developmental Disabilities

Senator Roy McDonald outlined the concerns associated with protecting vulnerable populations from abuse and neglect before a round table discussion he hosted with industry experts, care providers and advocates on April 23, 2012.

April 30, 2012
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Round Table Discussion on Protecting Vulnerable Populations from Abuse and Neglect

Senator Roy McDonald hosted a round table discussion on protecting vulnerable populations from abuse and neglect on Monday, April 23, 2012.

April 30, 2012
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Committee Meeting: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Meeting

Senate Standing Committee on Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Senator Roy McDonald, Chair 11:00 AM, Monday, April 30, 2012 Room 123 CAP

April 30, 11:00 AM - 11:04 AM
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Forum/Town Hall: Protecting Vulnerable Populations from Abuse and Neglect

Senate Standing Committee on Mental Health and Developmental DisabilitiesChair: Senator Roy J. McDonaldRoundtable: Protecting Vulnerable Populations from Abuse and NeglectPlace: Room 124, State Capitol Building, Albany, New YorkTime: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.Contact: Sharon Carpinello (518) 455-2381Round Table Participation by Invitation Only

Public Welcome to Attend

April 23, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Senator McDonald Explains PTSD Program Funding in the 2012-2013 State Budget

Senator McDonald explains the PFC Joseph Dwyer Program to help returning combat Veterans cope with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder by offering a Veteran-to-Veteran peer counseling pilot program.

McDonald joined with Senator Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) in including $800,000 of funding for the program in the Senate's one house budget which eventually became part of the 2012-2012 State Budget.

The program will be implemented in the Counties of: Jefferson, Saratoga, Suffolk and Rensselaer.

April 2, 2012
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Earth Day 2012 Poster Contest: District 43

Dear Participant,

Thank you for your wonderful contribution to the New York State Senate’s Earth Day Poster Contest.   This year we received many outstanding posters that exemplify the creativity of the young people in the 43rd Senatorial District.

Each entry from my District displayed tremendous originality and vision as well as obvious concern for the ecological future of our communities and our state.  I am proud of your work and that of your classmates, and encourage you to continue to study and learn more about the serious challenges that face our environment.

I am pleased to announce that the winner of the 2012 Earth Day Poster Contest from my District is:

Nicholas Amodeo

Grade: 3

April 1, 2012
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Senator McDonald Discusses the 2012-2013 New York State Budget

"I think the public has been the driving force, the nineteen and a half million people said no more we're not going back to those old days of August budgets that didn't balance and I'm proud to be apart of this team."

March 28, 2012
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Public Hearing: "Joint Legislative Public Hearing on 2012-2013 Executive Budget Proposal: Topic "Mental Hygiene"

Mental Hygiene

Hearing Room A

Assembly

Senate

  Felix Ortiz (Co-Chair)

Roy McDonald (Co-Chair)

Harvey Weisenberg

William Larkin

March 26, 1:00 PM - 1:07 PM
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Public Hearing: "Joint Legislative Public Hearing on 2012-2013 Executive Budget Proposal: Topic " Mental Hygiene"

Mental Hygiene

Hearing Room A

Assembly

Senate

  Felix Ortiz (Co-Chair)

Roy McDonald (Co-Chair)

Harvey Weisenberg

William Larkin

March 22, 12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
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Public Hearing: Joint Legislative Public Hearing on 2012-2013 Executive Budget Proposal: Topic " Mental Hygiene "

Mental Hygiene

Hearing Room A

Assembly

Senate

  Felix Ortiz (Co-Chair)

Roy McDonald (Co-Chair)

Harvey Weisenberg

William Larkin

March 19, 4:00 PM - 4:22 PM
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McDonald Named 2012 Legislative Champion by National Alliance on Mental Illness-NYS

Albany - Senator Roy McDonald was recognized by the National Alliance on Mental Illness - New York State as the 2012 Legislative Champion for his work as Chairman of the New York State Senate Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Committee.

"It's an honor to be recognized by such an outstanding organization that works diligently to help individuals with mental illness and their families. Our job as elected officials is to assist these organizations in their efforts and make sure that individuals are able to come their mental health issues. I'm humbled to recieve this award but must also make sure to note that this is a team effort," said Senator McDonald.

March 14, 2012
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