John T. McDonald III - NYS Assemblymember
@johnmcdonald108.bsky.social
NYS Assemblymember for the 108th District; Former Mayor of the City of Cohoes; Pharmacist - Marra’s Pharmacy.
The NYS Department of Labor offers a wide range of support to help veterans transition into the civilian workforce, including:
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
November 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The NYS Department of Labor offers a wide range of support to help veterans transition into the civilian workforce, including:
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
On Veterans Day, we remember those who stood up to serve our nation and protect our freedoms. Thank you for your sacrifice, your leadership, and your unwavering commitment to our country and our communities.
November 11, 2025 at 1:49 PM
On Veterans Day, we remember those who stood up to serve our nation and protect our freedoms. Thank you for your sacrifice, your leadership, and your unwavering commitment to our country and our communities.
Great to see this investment in the Albany International Airport through the Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition.
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
November 7, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Great to see this investment in the Albany International Airport through the Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition.
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
Today is Election Day! This year’s ballot includes one statewide proposal related to the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex in Essex County. Learn more here: elections.ny.gov/2025-statewi...
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
November 4, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Today is Election Day! This year’s ballot includes one statewide proposal related to the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex in Essex County. Learn more here: elections.ny.gov/2025-statewi...
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
It is anticipated that November SNAP benefits will be delayed due to the ongoing federal government shutdown otda.ny.gov/programs/sna...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
October 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
It is anticipated that November SNAP benefits will be delayed due to the ongoing federal government shutdown otda.ny.gov/programs/sna...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Too many lives have been lost to gun violence. That’s why I helped pass a new law requiring police to remove all firearms in plain sight from a household for at least five days when responding to reports of family violence (Ch. 466 of 2025).
October 23, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Too many lives have been lost to gun violence. That’s why I helped pass a new law requiring police to remove all firearms in plain sight from a household for at least five days when responding to reports of family violence (Ch. 466 of 2025).
Today, I joined Governor Kathy Hochul as she announced that the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will invest more than $600 million in over 180 paving projects across the state to be completed next year. 1/
October 22, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Today, I joined Governor Kathy Hochul as she announced that the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will invest more than $600 million in over 180 paving projects across the state to be completed next year. 1/
Governor Hochul announced new improvements to rail service between Albany and New York City:
- Metro-North service between Albany–Rensselaer and Grand Central will launch in Spring 2026
- Amtrak will restore one daily round-trip starting December 1
- Metro-North service between Albany–Rensselaer and Grand Central will launch in Spring 2026
- Amtrak will restore one daily round-trip starting December 1
October 21, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Governor Hochul announced new improvements to rail service between Albany and New York City:
- Metro-North service between Albany–Rensselaer and Grand Central will launch in Spring 2026
- Amtrak will restore one daily round-trip starting December 1
- Metro-North service between Albany–Rensselaer and Grand Central will launch in Spring 2026
- Amtrak will restore one daily round-trip starting December 1
Happy Diwali!
October 20, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Happy Diwali!
The expansion of the Albany Capital Center is a major win for the Capital Region's economy and for the continued revitalization of downtown Albany. This investment will help attract more visitors and create new opportunities for local businesses.
October 17, 2025 at 9:02 PM
The expansion of the Albany Capital Center is a major win for the Capital Region's economy and for the continued revitalization of downtown Albany. This investment will help attract more visitors and create new opportunities for local businesses.
Great to join the Cohoes Connect Center last week as they celebrated their FoodForward Grant from the Regional Food Bank!
This $75K grant is helping expand food access in Cohoes, adding staff, extending pantry hours, and supporting more local families.
This $75K grant is helping expand food access in Cohoes, adding staff, extending pantry hours, and supporting more local families.
October 16, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Great to join the Cohoes Connect Center last week as they celebrated their FoodForward Grant from the Regional Food Bank!
This $75K grant is helping expand food access in Cohoes, adding staff, extending pantry hours, and supporting more local families.
This $75K grant is helping expand food access in Cohoes, adding staff, extending pantry hours, and supporting more local families.
This October, as we mark National School Lunch Week, we are celebrating the historic rollout of universal free school meals for all 2.7 million students in NY. Thanks to NYS investment in universal free school meals, every child now has barrier-free access to breakfast and lunch at school.
October 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
This October, as we mark National School Lunch Week, we are celebrating the historic rollout of universal free school meals for all 2.7 million students in NY. Thanks to NYS investment in universal free school meals, every child now has barrier-free access to breakfast and lunch at school.
This past week, I joined Senator Fahy at Maria College to celebrate the Caring Gene project, alongside many of the hardworking nonprofit organizations in the Capital Region that care for our most vulnerable populations.
October 9, 2025 at 2:53 PM
This past week, I joined Senator Fahy at Maria College to celebrate the Caring Gene project, alongside many of the hardworking nonprofit organizations in the Capital Region that care for our most vulnerable populations.
Today marks two years since the tragedy of October 7th. We remember the victims and continue to pray for peace for all people around the world.
October 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Today marks two years since the tragedy of October 7th. We remember the victims and continue to pray for peace for all people around the world.
Today we recognize Gold Star Families Day, a time to honor and remember the families who have lost a loved one in service to our nation. On this day, we pause to reflect on their courage, their sacrifice, and the families who continue to carry their memory forward.
September 28, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Today we recognize Gold Star Families Day, a time to honor and remember the families who have lost a loved one in service to our nation. On this day, we pause to reflect on their courage, their sacrifice, and the families who continue to carry their memory forward.
Today was Bring Your Dad to Work Day! If you see dad around today be sure to wish him a happy 95th birthday!
He had the honor of meeting with the Gov and the DOT Commissioner, who presented him with a Distinguished Career Award recognizing his 37 years of service with the DOT.
He had the honor of meeting with the Gov and the DOT Commissioner, who presented him with a Distinguished Career Award recognizing his 37 years of service with the DOT.
September 26, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Today was Bring Your Dad to Work Day! If you see dad around today be sure to wish him a happy 95th birthday!
He had the honor of meeting with the Gov and the DOT Commissioner, who presented him with a Distinguished Career Award recognizing his 37 years of service with the DOT.
He had the honor of meeting with the Gov and the DOT Commissioner, who presented him with a Distinguished Career Award recognizing his 37 years of service with the DOT.
Enjoyed visiting The Pines at Heartwood in Troy for their Fall Festival on the first day of autumn. It’s always a pleasure to connect with constituents in a social setting, many of whom I’ve known for years.
September 25, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Enjoyed visiting The Pines at Heartwood in Troy for their Fall Festival on the first day of autumn. It’s always a pleasure to connect with constituents in a social setting, many of whom I’ve known for years.
Fall is here in New York! Governor Hochul has announced the start of the 2025 fall foliage season. Weekly foliage reports are back every Wednesday at iloveny.com/foliage
From colorful leaves to festivals, apple picking, hikes, and more there’s nothing like fall in New York.
From colorful leaves to festivals, apple picking, hikes, and more there’s nothing like fall in New York.
September 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Fall is here in New York! Governor Hochul has announced the start of the 2025 fall foliage season. Weekly foliage reports are back every Wednesday at iloveny.com/foliage
From colorful leaves to festivals, apple picking, hikes, and more there’s nothing like fall in New York.
From colorful leaves to festivals, apple picking, hikes, and more there’s nothing like fall in New York.
Today I was proud to join local leaders and law enforcement in Cohoes, Watervliet, and Troy to announce more than $500,000 in funding to expand and upgrade citywide security camera systems.
September 23, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Today I was proud to join local leaders and law enforcement in Cohoes, Watervliet, and Troy to announce more than $500,000 in funding to expand and upgrade citywide security camera systems.
Want to avoid construction zones and get real-time traffic updates? Just visit 511ny.org for the most up-to-date travel info!
September 22, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Want to avoid construction zones and get real-time traffic updates? Just visit 511ny.org for the most up-to-date travel info!
It was great to participate in The Reconnect the Empire State Plaza Public Workshop earlier this week!
Thank you to the New York State Office of General Services for hosting this first public workshop and offering the opportunity for comments through the survey as well.
Thank you to the New York State Office of General Services for hosting this first public workshop and offering the opportunity for comments through the survey as well.
September 19, 2025 at 2:18 PM
It was great to participate in The Reconnect the Empire State Plaza Public Workshop earlier this week!
Thank you to the New York State Office of General Services for hosting this first public workshop and offering the opportunity for comments through the survey as well.
Thank you to the New York State Office of General Services for hosting this first public workshop and offering the opportunity for comments through the survey as well.
A pleasure to speak to the hard working DME (Durable Medical Equipment) suppliers across NYS yesterday at the North East Medical Equipment Providers (NEMEP) annual meeting.
September 18, 2025 at 3:56 PM
A pleasure to speak to the hard working DME (Durable Medical Equipment) suppliers across NYS yesterday at the North East Medical Equipment Providers (NEMEP) annual meeting.
Please take a few minutes to watch this video about some thoughts I've had in the interest of achieving the goal of civility: bit.ly/47HGzWi
September 17, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Please take a few minutes to watch this video about some thoughts I've had in the interest of achieving the goal of civility: bit.ly/47HGzWi
Today is Voter Registration Day! Register to vote today and make your voice heard. You can register online, in person or by mail.
Learn more about qualifications and how to register here: elections.ny.gov/voter-regist...
Learn more about qualifications and how to register here: elections.ny.gov/voter-regist...
September 16, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Today is Voter Registration Day! Register to vote today and make your voice heard. You can register online, in person or by mail.
Learn more about qualifications and how to register here: elections.ny.gov/voter-regist...
Learn more about qualifications and how to register here: elections.ny.gov/voter-regist...
From the pandemic to rising costs and devastating tariffs, small businesses have been hit hard.
That’s why the we spearheaded efforts to eliminate nearly $7 bil in UI debt and raise unemployment wages, providing relief for businesses and workers.
assembly.state.ny.us/Press/?sec=s...
That’s why the we spearheaded efforts to eliminate nearly $7 bil in UI debt and raise unemployment wages, providing relief for businesses and workers.
assembly.state.ny.us/Press/?sec=s...
September 15, 2025 at 8:36 PM
From the pandemic to rising costs and devastating tariffs, small businesses have been hit hard.
That’s why the we spearheaded efforts to eliminate nearly $7 bil in UI debt and raise unemployment wages, providing relief for businesses and workers.
assembly.state.ny.us/Press/?sec=s...
That’s why the we spearheaded efforts to eliminate nearly $7 bil in UI debt and raise unemployment wages, providing relief for businesses and workers.
assembly.state.ny.us/Press/?sec=s...