SEMPOLINSKI: ALBANY DEMS MISS BUDGET DEADLINE
One-Party Dysfunction in Albany Delays Budget
“This is just another example of one-party control in Albany leading to dysfunction and a broken system. It’s incredibly unfortunate to see a government wholly dominated by one party be unable to carry out the most basic function of governing and pass an on-time budget.
“Since the disastrous 2019 discovery law changes took effect, shortening the time prosecutors have to turn over evidence, prosecutors have been forced to dismiss thousands of cases. It’s clear that we need to change our discovery laws to protect public safety. But the Democrat majorities in both the Assembly and Senate have rejected any discovery law changes, preferring the status quo.
“I will continue to advocate for responsible spending of taxpayer dollars, firm in the belief that New York will thrive if people can keep more of their hard-earned money. Albany Democrats may believe the time to spend a quarter of a trillion dollars is here, but I still firmly believe taxpayer dollars belong with the taxpayer.”
Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski represents the 148th New York Assembly District, which consists of all of Cattaraugus and Allegany counties and portions of Steuben County. For more information, visit Assemblyman Sempolinski’s website.
