Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, a longtime advocate for people with disabilities and Chair of the Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, hosted the 45th Annual Legislative Disability Awareness Day on Thursday, May 8th at the State Capitol. This high-profile event brings together lawmakers, advocates, and leaders in disability services to unveil this year’s legislative priorities aimed at improving access, inclusion, and quality of life for New Yorkers with disabilities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, a longtime advocate for people with disabilities and Chair of the Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, hosted the 45th Annual Legislative Disability Awareness Day on Thursday, May 8th at the State Capitol. This high-profile event brings together lawmakers, advocates, and leaders in disability services to unveil this year’s legislative priorities aimed at improving access, inclusion, and quality of life for New Yorkers with disabilities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, a longtime advocate for people with disabilities and Chair of the Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, hosted the 45th Annual Legislative Disability Awareness Day on Thursday, May 8th at the State Capitol. This high-profile event brings together lawmakers, advocates, and leaders in disability services to unveil this year’s legislative priorities aimed at improving access, inclusion, and quality of life for New Yorkers with disabilities.

Today, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara proudly joined families, advocates, and supporters at the 2025 HERO 5K Run for Autism hosted by the Autism Society Greater Hudson Region – even as the rain came down!

As a longtime champion for the autism community and a father of a son with autism, NYS Assembly People with Disabilities Committee Chair, Assemblyman Santabarbara, was honored to stand with so many heroes raising awareness and promoting acceptance during Autism Acceptance Month. Events like today's 5K remind us that rain or shine, our commitment to inclusion and understanding never wavers.

Today, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara proudly joined families, advocates, and supporters at the 2025 HERO 5K Run for Autism hosted by the Autism Society Greater Hudson Region – even as the rain came down!

As a longtime champion for the autism community and a father of a son with autism, NYS Assembly People with Disabilities Committee Chair, Assemblyman Santabarbara, was honored to stand with so many heroes raising awareness and promoting acceptance during Autism Acceptance Month. Events like today's 5K remind us that rain or shine, our commitment to inclusion and understanding never wavers.

Today, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara proudly joined families, advocates, and supporters at the 2025 HERO 5K Run for Autism hosted by the Autism Society Greater Hudson Region – even as the rain came down!

As a longtime champion for the autism community and a father of a son with autism, NYS Assembly People with Disabilities Committee Chair, Assemblyman Santabarbara, was honored to stand with so many heroes raising awareness and promoting acceptance during Autism Acceptance Month. Events like today's 5K remind us that rain or shine, our commitment to inclusion and understanding never wavers.

Today, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara proudly joined families, advocates, and supporters at the 2025 HERO 5K Run for Autism hosted by the Autism Society Greater Hudson Region – even as the rain came down!

As a longtime champion for the autism community and a father of a son with autism, NYS Assembly People with Disabilities Committee Chair, Assemblyman Santabarbara, was honored to stand with so many heroes raising awareness and promoting acceptance during Autism Acceptance Month. Events like today's 5K remind us that rain or shine, our commitment to inclusion and understanding never wavers.

The Schenectady County Food Council and allies including Assemblymember Angelo Santabarbara, the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, the Food Pantries of the Capital District, the New York State Council of Churches and Feeding New York State gathered to urge Governor Kathy Hochul, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Speaker Carl Heastie to ensure these priorities are included in the final NYS FY2026 Budget.

The Schenectady County Food Council and allies including Assemblymember Angelo Santabarbara, the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, the Food Pantries of the Capital District, the New York State Council of Churches and Feeding New York State gathered to urge Governor Kathy Hochul, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Speaker Carl Heastie to ensure these priorities are included in the final NYS FY2026 Budget.

The Schenectady County Food Council and allies including Assemblymember Angelo Santabarbara, the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, the Food Pantries of the Capital District, the New York State Council of Churches and Feeding New York State gathered to urge Governor Kathy Hochul, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Speaker Carl Heastie to ensure these priorities are included in the final NYS FY2026 Budget.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara was joined by officers and their K9 partners from the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the Schenectady City Police Department, and the New York State Police to recognize K9 Veterans Day and honor the invaluable contributions of service dogs in law enforcement and the military.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara was joined by officers and their K9 partners from the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the Schenectady City Police Department, and the New York State Police to recognize K9 Veterans Day and honor the invaluable contributions of service dogs in law enforcement and the military.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara was joined by officers and their K9 partners from the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the Schenectady City Police Department, and the New York State Police to recognize K9 Veterans Day and honor the invaluable contributions of service dogs in law enforcement and the military.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara was joined by officers and their K9 partners from the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the Schenectady City Police Department, and the New York State Police to recognize K9 Veterans Day and honor the invaluable contributions of service dogs in law enforcement and the military.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara was joined by officers and their K9 partners from the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the Schenectady City Police Department, and the New York State Police to recognize K9 Veterans Day and honor the invaluable contributions of service dogs in law enforcement and the military.

The Grassia family, alongside friends, community members, and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, gathered to honor the life and service of John Michael Grassia III on the one-year anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed his life while serving in the Army National Guard, along with the lives of Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski. A memorial service was held at Saratoga National Cemetery.

During the reception following the service, the Grassia family received a New York State Assembly Proclamation, presented by Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, recognizing John Michael Grassia III’s extraordinary contributions. The proclamation embodies the deep respect and gratitude for his service and serves as a lasting tribute to his impact on the lives of so many.

The Grassia family, alongside friends, community members, and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, gathered to honor the life and service of John Michael Grassia III on the one-year anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed his life while serving in the Army National Guard, along with the lives of Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski. A memorial service was held at Saratoga National Cemetery.

During the reception following the service, the Grassia family received a New York State Assembly Proclamation, presented by Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, recognizing John Michael Grassia III’s extraordinary contributions. The proclamation embodies the deep respect and gratitude for his service and serves as a lasting tribute to his impact on the lives of so many.

The Grassia family, alongside friends, community members, and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, gathered to honor the life and service of John Michael Grassia III on the one-year anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed his life while serving in the Army National Guard, along with the lives of Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski. A memorial service was held at Saratoga National Cemetery.

During the reception following the service, the Grassia family received a New York State Assembly Proclamation, presented by Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, recognizing John Michael Grassia III’s extraordinary contributions. The proclamation embodies the deep respect and gratitude for his service and serves as a lasting tribute to his impact on the lives of so many.

The Grassia family, alongside friends, community members, and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, gathered to honor the life and service of John Michael Grassia III on the one-year anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed his life while serving in the Army National Guard, along with the lives of Border Patrol Agent Chris Luna and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski. A memorial service was held at Saratoga National Cemetery.

During the reception following the service, the Grassia family received a New York State Assembly Proclamation, presented by Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, recognizing John Michael Grassia III’s extraordinary contributions. The proclamation embodies the deep respect and gratitude for his service and serves as a lasting tribute to his impact on the lives of so many.

As part of Read Across America Week, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara visited Marie Curie Elementary School in Amsterdam today to share the joy of reading with pre-K and kindergarten students.

As part of Read Across America Week, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara visited Marie Curie Elementary School in Amsterdam today to share the joy of reading with pre-K and kindergarten students.

As part of Read Across America Week, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara visited Marie Curie Elementary School in Amsterdam today to share the joy of reading with pre-K and kindergarten students.

As part of Read Across America Week, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara visited Marie Curie Elementary School in Amsterdam today to share the joy of reading with pre-K and kindergarten students.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s 2025 Student Cabinet met for the first time in Schenectady to engage in hands-on policymaking discussions about school funding and budget priorities. This event provides a unique opportunity for students to explore the complexities of education funding and share their perspectives on how school budgets should be structured to meet the needs of all students.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s 2025 Student Cabinet met for the first time in Schenectady to engage in hands-on policymaking discussions about school funding and budget priorities. This event provides a unique opportunity for students to explore the complexities of education funding and share their perspectives on how school budgets should be structured to meet the needs of all students.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s 2025 Student Cabinet met for the first time in Schenectady to engage in hands-on policymaking discussions about school funding and budget priorities. This event provides a unique opportunity for students to explore the complexities of education funding and share their perspectives on how school budgets should be structured to meet the needs of all students.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s 2025 Student Cabinet met for the first time in Schenectady to engage in hands-on policymaking discussions about school funding and budget priorities. This event provides a unique opportunity for students to explore the complexities of education funding and share their perspectives on how school budgets should be structured to meet the needs of all students.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s 2025 Student Cabinet met for the first time in Schenectady to engage in hands-on policymaking discussions about school funding and budget priorities. This event provides a unique opportunity for students to explore the complexities of education funding and share their perspectives on how school budgets should be structured to meet the needs of all students.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara hosted a Valentines for Vets event at Bradt Primary School in Schenectady and Duanesburg Elementary School in Delanson on Monday.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara hosted a Valentines for Vets event at Bradt Primary School in Schenectady and Duanesburg Elementary School in Delanson on Monday.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara hosted a Valentines for Vets event at Bradt Primary School in Schenectady and Duanesburg Elementary School in Delanson on Monday.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara hosted a Valentines for Vets event at Bradt Primary School in Schenectady and Duanesburg Elementary School in Delanson on Monday.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara hosted a Valentines for Vets event at Bradt Primary School in Schenectady and Duanesburg Elementary School in Delanson on Monday.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara hosted a Valentines for Vets event at Bradt Primary School in Schenectady and Duanesburg Elementary School in Delanson on Monday.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Chair of the New York State Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, toured SUNY Schenectady County Community College on Students with Disabilities Advocacy Day to learn more about the college’s innovative support programs for students with disabilities. The tour highlighted services offered through the ADA Office, the Count Me In Program, and the Entrepreneurship Program, all designed to empower students with disabilities and promote their educational and professional success.