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Ortt Passes Bill Requiring State to Maintain Lift Bridges
Senator Ortt's bill, which passed in the Senate during the last week of session, would close loopholes in the canal law and hold New York State responsible for maintaining and repairing canal infrastructure before lift bridges fall into disrepair. Read the full article in the Orleans Hub.
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Senate Republicans Unveil Plan for Smart Energy Policies in New York
February 27, 2023
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Statement from Senate Republican Leader Rob Ortt
February 22, 2023
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