December 2, 2021

Hochul signs legislation creating ‘streamlined system’ for social service payments to child care providers

an outdated process requiring subsidy payments to be issued in paper check form, arriving in the mail four to six weeks after submission. Our providers simply cannot afford to wait, particularly as they are also recovering from the pandemic. Allowing direct deposit for child care providers will ensure that those caring for our children have the resources that they need in a timely manner, and will allow them to focus instead on providing the highest quality of care for our children.”

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August 23, 2021

Gillibrand pushing for almost $90M in funding for NTID

“We have one of the highest deaf and hard-of-hearing populations per capita in the country,”Sarah Clark, Assemblymember for the 136th District, said. “Because of this, when COVID first hit it was constituents here that raised the issue that there was no interpreter during some of the governor’s initial speeches when he was giving updates every day. It’s because of Rochester; it’s because of the constituents here. Because we have such a vibrant deaf and hard of community that everything has become more inclusive.”

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July 21, 2021

Funding secured for Monroe County libraries

The announcement came from Lunsford and fellow Assembly Members Sarah Clark, D-136th District; Demond Meeks, D-137th District; and Josh Jensen, R-134th District, with local library officials during a press conference in Kennelley Park at the entrance to Fairport Public Library.

The funding will provide $30,000 to FPL and Webster Public Library, $20,000 to Penfield Public Library and $11,500 to East Rochester Public Library.

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July 14, 2021

Bryce’s Law close to becoming a state law

“Two years ago this month, a 3-year-old boy died after falling into a grease trap at the Tim Horton’s on University Avenue in Rochester. After the tragedy, Bryce’s Law was drafted by local leaders to create statewide safety regulations for grease traps.…Assemblymember Sarah Clark says the bill has the potential to become a national law as well. “Bryce’s Law close …

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June 29, 2021

Financial, mental health resources available for New York small businesses

For all you small business owners out there in need to build back a strong workplace to grow economically and mentally healthy in the post pandemic era, state leaders have some crucial information thanks to new bills put into law.   A town hall was hosted by Senator Samra Brouk and Assembly Woman Sarah Clark to give those who own and work at …

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May 26, 2021

Discussing the Climate and Community Investment Act | Connections with Evan Dawson

What is the Climate and Community Investment Act? The legislation – which has passed the New York State Senate and Assembly – seeks to transition the state to 100 percent renewable energy. If enacted, supporters say the bill would create hundreds of thousands of jobs, protect workers in the fossil fuel industry, and support communities most impacted by climate change.

We’re joined by local climate activists and Assemblymember Sarah Clark to discuss the Act, the impact it would have if implemented, and how New York State is addressing climate change.

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May 25, 2021

Community planning process in place for Town Hall transformation

“The redesign of the Irondequoit campus is an exciting opportunity to transform the heart of the town into an area that is more accessible and usable for all,” said Assembly Member Sarah Clark, D-136th District. “Better utilization of the current space will support popular events such as the Irondequoit Farmers Market and Summer Music Series, but will also create a parklike setting for families to enjoy as well as increase the amount of outdoor amenities available for residents to use. Most importantly, the community master planning process will give everyone the chance to directly share their vision and ideas for this space.”

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February 18, 2021

Bill Would Outlaw Use Of Pepper Spray On Minors

police officers against minors. The legislation is co-sponsored by Democratic Senators Leroy Comrie, Liz Krueger, Shelley Mayer, Kevin Parker and Luis Sepulveda. Companion legislation has been introduced in the state Assembly by Assemblyman Demond Meeks, D-Rochester, and is co-sponsored by Assemblywoman Sarah Clark, D-Rochester, and Assemblywoman Jennifer Lunsford, D-Fairport.

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