John T. McDonald III - NYS Assemblymember
johnmcdonald108.bsky.social
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.
Congrats to the recipients in the 108 AD:

- Museum Association of NY
- Arts Center of the Cap Reg
- Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company
- Media Alliance
- Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
- RPI
- Contemporary Circus and Immersive Arts Center
- Tap, Inc
- WMHT

www.governor.ny.gov/news/governo...
Governor Hochul Announces $63 Million in Arts and Culture Grants Awarded By the New York State Council on the Arts
Governor Hochul announced more than 2,400 grants totaling over $63 million to support nonprofit arts and culture organizations and individual artists through the New York State Council on the Arts.
www.governor.ny.gov
November 18, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Free parking & light refreshments
Register now: on.ny.gov/3L3JejW
More about the Reconnect initiative: ogs.ny.gov/reconnect-th...
Reconnect the Empire State Plaza Public Workshop #2
Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242 United States
on.ny.gov
November 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM
that inspires community connection and makes Downtown Albany a place you want to be.

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Corning Tower Observation Deck, Empire State Plaza
Session 1 – 5:00 p.m. / Session 2 – 6:30 p.m.
Both sessions cover the same content
Reconnect the Empire State Plaza Public Workshop #2
Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242 United States
on.ny.gov
November 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM

I was glad to help secure a $500,000 grant from the State Department of Agriculture and Markets to bring this important initiative to life.

Thank you to the Albany County Sheriff’s Office and the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society for their partnership and commitment to compassionate care.
Overcrowded animal shelter gets help from local sheriff
When it comes to caring for the animals rescued in abuse cases, local shelters can be quickly overwhelmed. One sheriff is making room to help with the overflow by using space at the county jail.
www.news10.com
November 14, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The Governor is also encouraging more New Yorkers to check their eligibility and apply for EAP, which offers ongoing utility bill discounts to over one million households statewide.

You can learn more or enroll here: dps.ny.gov/energy-affor...
Energy Affordability Program
Program provides income-eligible consumers with a discount on their monthly electric and/or gas bills.
dps.ny.gov
November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
New York’s Energy Affordability Program (EAP) will continue providing monthly discounts for households already enrolled. No one currently receiving these benefits will lose them during this pause.
Energy Affordability Program
Program provides income-eligible consumers with a discount on their monthly electric and/or gas bills.
dps.ny.gov
November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
• Specialized programs for disabled veterans
• Advocates who connect veterans to training and employment opportunities
• Credit toward state licenses through the Experience Counts program
• A Veterans Temporary Hiring Program for post-9/11 veterans

Learn more: 🔗 dol.ny.gov/services-vet...
Services for Veterans
You Served Your Country, Now Let Us Serve You
dol.ny.gov
November 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
nationwide for their sacrifice and courage. I thank Governor Hochul for signing this important bill into law and for her continued support of our Veterans.
November 11, 2025 at 1:49 PM
I was proud to sponsor this legislation with my colleagues Senator Jake Ashby and Assemblyman Scott Bennett, that designating New York as a Purple Heart State so that we, as New Yorkers, can collectively express our gratitude to the approximately 1.8 million Purple Heart recipients
November 11, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Earlier this week, Governor Hochul signed into law my bill S1889/A29 that designates the State of New York as a Purple Heart state, honoring combat veterans for their service and sacrifices made for the country and for the State of New York.
November 11, 2025 at 1:49 PM
while highlighting the beauty of our Adirondack region. I will continue to work with the Albany County Airport Authority and our partners to grow and develop the Albany International Airport into a best in class airport. Thank you Gov Hochul and the NYS DOT for this investment.
November 7, 2025 at 2:22 PM
This is a positive step toward strengthening our state workforce and creating new pathways for experienced individuals to advance their careers in public service. Kudos to the Governor for bringing proven private-sector practices into the public sector.
New York State Department Of Civil Service
This website contains information regarding examinations, appointments, and promotion within NYS. Start a career with New York State.
www.cs.ny.gov
November 6, 2025 at 4:25 PM
At this time, the shutdown is not expected to impact WIC operations in New York State. But this is all subject to change, so please continue to check the NYS DOH website here for more updates: www.health.ny.gov/prevention/n...
www.health.ny.gov
October 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
- These funds will go directly to food banks, pantries, and soup kitchens to help provide emergency food support.

- They will not be added to individual EBT cards — only the federal government has that authority.
www.health.ny.gov
October 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM