Rensselaer County Legislature Majority

Do you live in Rensselaer County, but work in the City of Albany? How would you like to pay a new tax to the City of Albany just because you work in the city? You can count of the Legislature Majority to oppose this cash grab, and stand up for our residents . #AlbanyNY #Albany

Last month, the Rensselaer County Legislature introduced a Local Law banning the sale of all Kratom products in Rensselaer County. There will be a Public Hearing on the law on September 8th. #Kratom

Kratom is a highly addictive unregulated drug. Tonight, the Legislature Majority will introduce a Local Law that will ban the sale of all Kratom in Rensselaer County. There will be a Public Hearing held on the Local Law in the upcoming weeks. Here is the proposed Local Law:

Welcome aboard, Bill Film! We are thrilled to have your experience and knowledge on the County Legislature. The unanimous, bipartisan support, is proof that you were a great choice. #Rensselaer #RensselaerCounty

Announcement: The Rensselaer County Board of Elections has officially moved to 116 Pinewoods Avenue in Troy. The offices at the 1600 7th Ave (DMV) county building are now closed for business. Board of Elections business will be handled at this new location beginning today.

Litter Isn’t Patriotic! Join Chairwoman Kelly Hoffman and the Legislature as we fight litter as we prepare to celebrate America’s 250th. #America250

News from the Rensselaer County Legislature Majority:

Chairwoman Kelly Hoffman has announced that there will be a Public Hearing and Special Meeting of the Legislature on Thursday, March 26 at 6pm. Learn more: rensselaercounty.org

Tonight: Rensselaer County Legislature will vote on a resolution to call on Governor Kathy Hochul to declare an “Energy State of Emergency” to address the rising costs of utilities impacting our residents. We opposed the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act in 2019

In 2019, the Rensselaer County Legislature warned residents that the CLCPA would raise utility costs. The chickens have come to roost, and we are calling on Governor Hochul to take meaningful action on this costly policy decision.

We opposed the CLCPA in 2019 and watched as our fear became reality. Now, even New York State’s own NYSERDA warns about the rising energy costs that are crushing our residents. It is time for Governor Hochul to take real action and declare an “Energy State of Emergency”!

On President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, we visit our 120 year old Troy Times newspaper. Abraham Lincoln’s train stopped in Troy on his way to his inauguration in Washington D.C. The train carrying President Lincoln’s body also passed through on its was to Illinois.

The Rensselaer County Legislature proudly celebrates Chairwoman Kelly Hoffman’s unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and community progress, as evidenced by her impactful leadership in sustainability initiatives. Congratulations on this coveted endorsement, Kelly

The Rensselaer County Legislature held their monthly meeting tonight, and Legislator Bill Maloney motioned to close the meeting in memory of Iryna Zarutska, the Ukrainian refugee who was murdered in Charlotte, North Carolina. #IrynaZarutska Here is what he said:

RENSSELAER COUNTY LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER FOOD DRIVE IN RECOGNITION OF HUNGER ACTION MONTH Chairwoman Kelly Hoffman Encourages Residents to Support a countywide Food Drive to benefit the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York as part of Hunger Action Month.

Tonight, the Rensselaer County Legislature will vote on a resolution to accept more than $4.4 million in reimbursement from New York State for Raise the Age services. Raise the Age has been widely debated about it's effectiveness and impact on the criminal justice system.

The Legislature will hold their Public Forum at 6pm tonight. The Legislature Majority wants NYS to preserve the reservoir in its current condition, for future generations. You can learn more by visiting the Save Dunham page and signing the petition at SaveDunham.org.