Senator Pete Harckham
@senatorharckham.bsky.social
NYS Senator | District 40
Representing Northern Westchester, Putnam & Stony Point in Rockland County.
Chair of the Senate Committee on Environmental Conservation.
Representing Northern Westchester, Putnam & Stony Point in Rockland County.
Chair of the Senate Committee on Environmental Conservation.
My statement on the DEC’s ruling on the NESE pipeline.
November 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
My statement on the DEC’s ruling on the NESE pipeline.
The Putnam CAP helps over 400 families in Putnam County each month.
I spoke with Director Marisa O’Leary about how the state and community can support their vital work. They need volunteers and financial donations; every bit helps.
Call (845) 278-8021 today.
I spoke with Director Marisa O’Leary about how the state and community can support their vital work. They need volunteers and financial donations; every bit helps.
Call (845) 278-8021 today.
November 5, 2025 at 4:09 PM
The Putnam CAP helps over 400 families in Putnam County each month.
I spoke with Director Marisa O’Leary about how the state and community can support their vital work. They need volunteers and financial donations; every bit helps.
Call (845) 278-8021 today.
I spoke with Director Marisa O’Leary about how the state and community can support their vital work. They need volunteers and financial donations; every bit helps.
Call (845) 278-8021 today.
It’s Election Day! Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard, get out and vote!
Find your polling site:
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November 4, 2025 at 12:03 PM
It’s Election Day! Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard, get out and vote!
Find your polling site:
voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
Find your polling site:
voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
Texas doesn't care about climate change.
They are building renewables because they are the most economical form of energy and quickest to scale.
insideclimatenews.org/news/0111202...
They are building renewables because they are the most economical form of energy and quickest to scale.
insideclimatenews.org/news/0111202...
Texas Grid Increasingly Meets Growing Demand With Renewables - Inside Climate News
Solar and wind power met nearly 40 percent of Texas’ electricity demand this year, the U.S. Energy Information Administration reports.
insideclimatenews.org
November 1, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Texas doesn't care about climate change.
They are building renewables because they are the most economical form of energy and quickest to scale.
insideclimatenews.org/news/0111202...
They are building renewables because they are the most economical form of energy and quickest to scale.
insideclimatenews.org/news/0111202...
Happy Halloween! I hope everyone enjoys a holiday filled with fun and frights, and remember to stay safe out there!
October 31, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Happy Halloween! I hope everyone enjoys a holiday filled with fun and frights, and remember to stay safe out there!
I visited the North Rockland Central School District today to announce an additional $1 million of funding for the district during a special Q&A session with high school students.
October 16, 2025 at 8:29 PM
I visited the North Rockland Central School District today to announce an additional $1 million of funding for the district during a special Q&A session with high school students.
During #NationalSchoolLunchWeek, let’s remember: well-nourished students learn better.
That’s why I worked with my colleagues and the Governor to secure $360M for NY’s Universal School Meal Program, guaranteeing a nutritious breakfast and lunch for all 2.7M of our students.
That’s why I worked with my colleagues and the Governor to secure $360M for NY’s Universal School Meal Program, guaranteeing a nutritious breakfast and lunch for all 2.7M of our students.
October 16, 2025 at 6:39 PM
During #NationalSchoolLunchWeek, let’s remember: well-nourished students learn better.
That’s why I worked with my colleagues and the Governor to secure $360M for NY’s Universal School Meal Program, guaranteeing a nutritious breakfast and lunch for all 2.7M of our students.
That’s why I worked with my colleagues and the Governor to secure $360M for NY’s Universal School Meal Program, guaranteeing a nutritious breakfast and lunch for all 2.7M of our students.
Trump and Noem are defunding New York police and jeopardizing our safety.
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Attacking New York: Trump’s brazen attempts to withhold N.Y. counterterror funds
The Trump Department of Homeland Security cutting $178 million in counter-terrorism programs for New York under the phony guise of immigration enforcement is an affront to the truth and the NYPD.
www.nydailynews.com
October 2, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Trump and Noem are defunding New York police and jeopardizing our safety.
www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/02/a...
www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/02/a...
Thank you to WE ACT 4 Change for inviting me to join last night’s webinar on advancing climate initiatives in New York.
Despite federal rollbacks, we are making real progress statewide and preparing for another critical legislative session ahead.
Despite federal rollbacks, we are making real progress statewide and preparing for another critical legislative session ahead.
October 2, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Thank you to WE ACT 4 Change for inviting me to join last night’s webinar on advancing climate initiatives in New York.
Despite federal rollbacks, we are making real progress statewide and preparing for another critical legislative session ahead.
Despite federal rollbacks, we are making real progress statewide and preparing for another critical legislative session ahead.
Today, Pope Leo XIV called for unity on climate change. He recognizes the importance of this issue and how climate change is impacting our world.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/01/w...
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Pope Leo Calls for Unity on Climate at a Divided Moment
www.nytimes.com
October 1, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Today, Pope Leo XIV called for unity on climate change. He recognizes the importance of this issue and how climate change is impacting our world.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/01/w...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/01/w...
Wishing a meaningful Yom Kippur to all who observe.
May this Day of Atonement bring reflection, forgiveness and peace. G’mar Chatima Tova.
May this Day of Atonement bring reflection, forgiveness and peace. G’mar Chatima Tova.
October 1, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Wishing a meaningful Yom Kippur to all who observe.
May this Day of Atonement bring reflection, forgiveness and peace. G’mar Chatima Tova.
May this Day of Atonement bring reflection, forgiveness and peace. G’mar Chatima Tova.
More insanity from Donald Trump!
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White House freezes $18 billion in New York City infrastructure funding
The move, which came hours into the federal government shutdown, affects the home city of Democratic congressional leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries.
www.nbcnews.com
October 1, 2025 at 7:35 PM
More insanity from Donald Trump!
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The retention of this officer by ICE despite clear video of him assaulting an innocent woman is outrageous.
Everyone is entitled to due process and professionalism when dealing with law enforcement.
This shows ICE’s disdain for the community and the rule of law.
www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-off...
Everyone is entitled to due process and professionalism when dealing with law enforcement.
This shows ICE’s disdain for the community and the rule of law.
www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-off...
ICE officer seen on video pushing woman to ground has returned to duty
An ICE officer who was initially relieved of his duties after being captured on video pushing a woman to the ground has been returned to duty, two U.S. officials familiar with the matter told CBS News...
www.cbsnews.com
September 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The retention of this officer by ICE despite clear video of him assaulting an innocent woman is outrageous.
Everyone is entitled to due process and professionalism when dealing with law enforcement.
This shows ICE’s disdain for the community and the rule of law.
www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-off...
Everyone is entitled to due process and professionalism when dealing with law enforcement.
This shows ICE’s disdain for the community and the rule of law.
www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-off...
“Since 2010, the cost of clean energy tech has dropped by 60-90%.
Thanks to that price drop, over 90% of new solar and wind projects built last year now generate electricity at a lower cost than even the least expensive coal or gas option."
www.thecooldown.com/green-busine...
Thanks to that price drop, over 90% of new solar and wind projects built last year now generate electricity at a lower cost than even the least expensive coal or gas option."
www.thecooldown.com/green-busine...
New report reveals crucial sector where US is falling behind global competition: 'China is the engine'
Researchers shared that since 2010, clean energy tech has fallen massively in price, with China leading the way.
www.thecooldown.com
September 27, 2025 at 8:38 PM
“Since 2010, the cost of clean energy tech has dropped by 60-90%.
Thanks to that price drop, over 90% of new solar and wind projects built last year now generate electricity at a lower cost than even the least expensive coal or gas option."
www.thecooldown.com/green-busine...
Thanks to that price drop, over 90% of new solar and wind projects built last year now generate electricity at a lower cost than even the least expensive coal or gas option."
www.thecooldown.com/green-busine...
Thank you the Lake George Association for hosting today’s Road Salt Reduction Summit. NY's drinking water is at risk from rising salinity; reservoirs like Amawalk could be undrinkable in 30 yrs if we don’t act. The Adirondacks’ use of brine & sand versus road salt should be scaled statewide.
September 24, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Thank you the Lake George Association for hosting today’s Road Salt Reduction Summit. NY's drinking water is at risk from rising salinity; reservoirs like Amawalk could be undrinkable in 30 yrs if we don’t act. The Adirondacks’ use of brine & sand versus road salt should be scaled statewide.
It’s essential that we honor and respect the veterans who have bravely defended our nation.
Dedicating this section of Route 35 to Westchester County’s Purple Heart recipients is a meaningful way to recognize those who have given so much in service to our country.
Dedicating this section of Route 35 to Westchester County’s Purple Heart recipients is a meaningful way to recognize those who have given so much in service to our country.
September 23, 2025 at 5:36 PM
It’s essential that we honor and respect the veterans who have bravely defended our nation.
Dedicating this section of Route 35 to Westchester County’s Purple Heart recipients is a meaningful way to recognize those who have given so much in service to our country.
Dedicating this section of Route 35 to Westchester County’s Purple Heart recipients is a meaningful way to recognize those who have given so much in service to our country.
I hosted a roundtable with area environmental leaders for a discussion on the health of the Adirondacks and strategies to protect this invaluable natural resource.
The state will need to prioritize environmental funding in response to recent federal rollbacks.
The state will need to prioritize environmental funding in response to recent federal rollbacks.
September 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
I hosted a roundtable with area environmental leaders for a discussion on the health of the Adirondacks and strategies to protect this invaluable natural resource.
The state will need to prioritize environmental funding in response to recent federal rollbacks.
The state will need to prioritize environmental funding in response to recent federal rollbacks.
I joined environmental advocates for a boat ride yesterday on Raquette Lake, and we discussed the critical threats facing our region’s water sources and how the state can better support local Lake Associations in protecting these fragile freshwater ecosystems.
September 23, 2025 at 2:39 PM
I joined environmental advocates for a boat ride yesterday on Raquette Lake, and we discussed the critical threats facing our region’s water sources and how the state can better support local Lake Associations in protecting these fragile freshwater ecosystems.
China is developing a single wind turbine capable of powering 55,000 homes, while the President surrenders this industry to them, hurting our ratepayers in the pocketbook.
www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/c...
www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/c...
China unveils gargantuan wind turbine more powerful than any built before: 'Another sign of how far behind the US is'
China has the world's most powerful wind turbine, a 26-megawatt offshore model from Dongfang Electric.
www.thecooldown.com
September 22, 2025 at 11:38 PM
China is developing a single wind turbine capable of powering 55,000 homes, while the President surrenders this industry to them, hurting our ratepayers in the pocketbook.
www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/c...
www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/c...
Shana Tova! Wishing all who celebrate a sweet and joyful New Year filled with health, peace, and new beginnings.
September 22, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Shana Tova! Wishing all who celebrate a sweet and joyful New Year filled with health, peace, and new beginnings.
I’m hosting my next Coffee & Conversation event this Saturday at the Brewster Public Library from 11 a.m. -12 p.m.
Join me for a discussion on legislative priorities and issues affecting our communities.
Please RSVP at Harckham@nysenate.gov.
I hope to see you there!
Join me for a discussion on legislative priorities and issues affecting our communities.
Please RSVP at Harckham@nysenate.gov.
I hope to see you there!
September 22, 2025 at 7:21 PM
I’m hosting my next Coffee & Conversation event this Saturday at the Brewster Public Library from 11 a.m. -12 p.m.
Join me for a discussion on legislative priorities and issues affecting our communities.
Please RSVP at Harckham@nysenate.gov.
I hope to see you there!
Join me for a discussion on legislative priorities and issues affecting our communities.
Please RSVP at Harckham@nysenate.gov.
I hope to see you there!
Since 2009, Climate Week has served as a vital platform to spotlight the growing threat of climate change.
As extreme weather worsens and federal policies roll back progress, raising awareness and taking action has never been more urgent.
As extreme weather worsens and federal policies roll back progress, raising awareness and taking action has never been more urgent.
September 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Since 2009, Climate Week has served as a vital platform to spotlight the growing threat of climate change.
As extreme weather worsens and federal policies roll back progress, raising awareness and taking action has never been more urgent.
As extreme weather worsens and federal policies roll back progress, raising awareness and taking action has never been more urgent.
I’m kicking off Climate Week with a tour of the Adirondacks with environmental experts to assess the impacts of climate change.
September 22, 2025 at 1:42 PM
I’m kicking off Climate Week with a tour of the Adirondacks with environmental experts to assess the impacts of climate change.
Geothermal reliably delivers clean, affordable energy to communities, and we should be embracing energy solutions like this throughout NY.
insideclimatenews.org/news/2009202...
insideclimatenews.org/news/2009202...
This Town Was One of the First in the Nation to Install a Geothermal Network. Now Others Are Warming Up to the Idea. - Inside Climate News
More than a decade after West Union, Iowa, tapped geothermal energy, the town’s heating and cooling network is a “celebrity” among clean energy advocates.
insideclimatenews.org
September 21, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Geothermal reliably delivers clean, affordable energy to communities, and we should be embracing energy solutions like this throughout NY.
insideclimatenews.org/news/2009202...
insideclimatenews.org/news/2009202...
The Trump administration is spending your taxpayer dollars to prop up Big Oil to further degrade our health and environment.
Fossil fuels simply can't keep up with renewables and need a $34 billion handout to appear competitive.
grist.org/politics/us-...
Fossil fuels simply can't keep up with renewables and need a $34 billion handout to appear competitive.
grist.org/politics/us-...
US taxpayers will pay billions in new fossil fuel subsidies thanks to the Big Beautiful Bill
A report finds that President Trump’s flagship legislation will grant $40 billion in new subsidies to the oil and gas industry over the next decade.
grist.org
September 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The Trump administration is spending your taxpayer dollars to prop up Big Oil to further degrade our health and environment.
Fossil fuels simply can't keep up with renewables and need a $34 billion handout to appear competitive.
grist.org/politics/us-...
Fossil fuels simply can't keep up with renewables and need a $34 billion handout to appear competitive.
grist.org/politics/us-...