From my family to yours, wishing all who celebrate a joyful and peaceful Passover. Chag Sameach!

We only have one planet: Earth. This #EarthDay , while we celebrate the beauty of nature all around us, let’s also commit ourselves to protecting it for future generations.

Today is Earth Day, and in that spirit, I’m happy to announce my 4th annual Earth Day Photo Challenge!

Submit a photo of a park, trail, or waterway this spring and celebrate the beauty in our own backyards. See below for information! 🌎📸

Attention WNY anglers! 🎣

For 100 years, NYS Parks and Historic Sites have made New York a destination for travelers, and a source of pride, education, and fun for residents. Here’s to 100 more!

Drivers are likely to see more work crews on the roads this time of year. Let’s use caution and keep them safe while they work to keep roadways safe for us.

What a remarkable turnout, nearly one million people viewed the eclipse from NY State Parks. Another demonstration that our wonderful State parks are natural assets that make NYS a destination.

To all those celebrating, may the end of the fast and the celebration of Eid al-Fitr bring you joy. Eid Mubarak!

Thanks ⁦Assemblymember Karen McMahon⁩ for ringside seat! #oldforge #eclipse #totaleclipse ⁦Carlos Calzadilla-Palacio⁩

Today is the day! Enjoy this remarkable astronomical event. Be sure to only view the eclipse through special eclipse glasses, and be careful if heading out due to the large number of expected visitors.

Throughout our history, there seldom has been a more urgent need for local and responsible journalism. I’m proud to stand with the tireless and dedicated journalists of the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle. Newspaper Guild of Rochester

I was thrilled to welcome Brentnie Adams, one of my 2023 Women of Distinction, to Albany recently as my honoree for a Women’s History Month reception.

Brentnie is a nurse and a dedicated community volunteer. I was proud to celebrate her at the state capital.

Wishing a happy Easter to all who celebrate. May the holiday be filled with blessings and happiness in the company of loved ones.

We're currently hiring the following positions for our summer camp programs:
✅ Camp Director
✅ Assistant Camp Director
✅ Health Director
✅ Waterfront Director
✅ Camp Counselors
✅ Camp Cooks

Read more about the positions and how to apply: dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/s…

To all those celebrating Holi, may the festival of colors brighten your life and bring you joy!

Purim Sameach to all those celebrating the triumph of Queen Esther over Haman and the survival of the Jewish people.

Melinda Person 🍎✌🌈 Assemblyman Doug Smith 🇺🇸 Assemblymember Karen McMahon We’re so thankful for the bipartisan support of our allies in New York and are encouraged that we will secure fully restored Foundation Aid in this year’s state budget. Thank you to everyone who has added their voice to this fight. (2/2)

It is altogether fitting that UBuffalo be the home for Empire AI. With a foundation in an academic space, the research and development of AI will support the public good and position NYS at the forefront of this new technology.

Putting NYS on the forefront of #AI ! #UBuffalo , WNY officials gathered in support of Empire AI, an initiative that will position NY research institutions to pioneer responsible #ArtificialIntelligence innovation ⬇️ ms.spr.ly/6010cUquE

Consider stopping by this event later this week at The Buffalo History Museum. It is sure to be an informative and important opportunity to learn about the potentially harmful chemicals in products we use every day.