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Majority Leader Dennis Feeney highlighted the importance of public safety and housing affordability following Governor Hochul’s 2026 State of the State Address.

Watch live: www.governor.ny.gov
January 13, 2026 at 5:28 PM
January 11 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.

The Democratic Majority, Albany County Legislature supports policies and services that protect residents and help prevent trafficking in everyday settings. Awareness and safe reporting save lives.

Learn the signs. Know where to report.
January 11, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. We thank the law enforcement professionals who serve Albany County and work every day to keep our communities safe.
www.albanycountyny.gov/government/c...
January 9, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Today we remember Renee Nicole Good.

A society grounded in democracy depends on public safety, due process, and respect for human life. When violence against civilians is normalized, those foundations are weak.

We honor Renee’s memory by recommitting to justice, accountability, and the rule of law
January 8, 2026 at 8:23 PM
January is School Board Recognition Month in New York State.

School board and library board members serve unpaid, run in nonpartisan elections, and are elected separately from local, state, and federal contests.

Local service with lasting community impact. Thank you to those who serve.
January 7, 2026 at 5:34 PM
As we welcome 2026, the Albany County Legislature Majority looks ahead with a continued commitment to responsible governance, fiscal stewardship, and public service.

We look forward to working in partnership with residents and communities across Albany County in the year ahead.

Happy New Year.
January 1, 2026 at 5:00 AM
2025 in Review: The Albany County Legislature Majority advanced responsible governance, public safety, infrastructure, community services, and new local laws focused on transparency and public health. Looking ahead to continued partnership and progress across Albany County.
December 31, 2025 at 7:47 PM
The Albany County Legislature mourns the passing of Charles E. Houghtaling Jr., who served 27 years in the Legislature, with 15 years as Chairman. We honor his steady leadership, respect for the legislative process, and lifelong commitment to public service, and extend our condolences to his family.
December 29, 2025 at 11:53 PM
This week included a regular legislative meeting, where the Legislature re-adopted the 2026 Albany County Budget and Appropriations and advanced key year-end fiscal and governance actions.

🔗 Learn more: albanycountyny.gov/county-legislature/legislative-majority-conference
December 26, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Public Forum and Legislative Meeting begin at 6:30 PM.
Watch live: youtube.com/channel/UCOHfQuDsYzdM_OJip6E0fvA
Agendas: albanycountyny.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
December 22, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Remembering John G. Wemple, Jr. — a devoted public servant whose lifelong commitment to Guilderland and Albany County strengthened our community and our shared work. His legacy of integrity and service will endure.

Obituary: www.hansfuneralhome.com/obituaries/j...
December 19, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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A small handful of Republicans joined every Democrat to force a vote to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire in just 2 weeks.

Speaker Johnson must bring the bill to the floor at once and stop blocking this action that protects health care for millions.
December 17, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Lawmakers could not reach an agreement on extending the tax credits.
Affordable Care Act Subsidies Will Expire At End Of Year, Johnson Confirms
Lawmakers could not reach an agreement on extending the tax credits.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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AOC: “President Trump ran on a promise to the American people that ICE would go after the worst of the worst — What we have seen is that ICE is not overwhelmingly going after criminals — In fact, over 70% of people currently detained in detention facilities do not have a criminal record”
December 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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The rate of sea-level rise along U.S. coastlines has more than doubled over the past 125 years, according to a new analysis, contrasting the Trump administration's widely criticized assessment of climate science released this summer.
Rebuking a Trump climate report, study shows U.S. sea-level rise is accelerating
“It’s not politics. That’s what the data say,” said the study’s author, who examined 70 tide gauges around the country.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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AOC: I want to remind you where the real crime is. It's in the oligarchs taking $170 billion of our money from health care and food assistance and public programs and taking that and funneling it into a secret police program.
December 16, 2025 at 4:20 PM
The Democratic Majority combined community action with responsible policymaking.

From Adopt-A-Family holiday support to the unanimous passage of Local Law J regulating flare guns, the Majority continues working to protect and support Albany County residents.

Public Forum & Session: Dec 22 at 7 PM.
December 15, 2025 at 9:43 PM
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The suspects in Australia's deadly shooting at a Hannukah celebration were a father and son. Police shot and killed the father, and the son is hospitalized. Officials say at least 15 victims were killed.
https://cnn.it/3XUbFUE
December 14, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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Sunday’s attack unfolded at Australia’s Archer Park, a grassy area near Bondi Beach, where more than 1,000 people had gathered, New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said during a news conference.

The ages of the victims range from 10 to 87. https://wapo.st/3KWptuN
December 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Light endures.
December 14, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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Were you Seen at the Downtown Albany Hot Chocolate Stroll on Dec. 6, 2025, in Albany?
SEEN: Downtown Albany Hot Chocolate Stroll
Were you Seen at the Downtown Albany Hot Chocolate Stroll on Dec. 6, 2025, in Albany?
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December 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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December 12, 2025 at 9:13 PM
New York’s 2024 Opioid Erin’s Law requires public facing buildings to include Narcan in their first aid kits. Narcan is free, easy to use, and works in seconds.
December 12, 2025 at 4:34 PM