John T. McDonald III - NYS Assemblymember
@johnmcdonald108.bsky.social
NYS Assemblymember for the 108th District; Former Mayor of the City of Cohoes; Pharmacist - Marra’s Pharmacy.
A new statewide survey shows that NY’s bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions are already delivering significant benefits for students and teachers.
The Governor’s Office received more than 350 responses from schools that implemented the distraction-free policy.
www.governor.ny.gov/news/new-sur...
The Governor’s Office received more than 350 responses from schools that implemented the distraction-free policy.
www.governor.ny.gov/news/new-sur...
New Survey Shows Governor Hochul’s Distraction-Free Schools Law is Delivering Outstanding Results for New York Students and Teachers
Governor Hochul announced new survey results showing that her nation-leading distraction-free schools law is already having a transformative impact for students and teachers at schools throughout New…
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December 5, 2025 at 7:12 PM
A new statewide survey shows that NY’s bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions are already delivering significant benefits for students and teachers.
The Governor’s Office received more than 350 responses from schools that implemented the distraction-free policy.
www.governor.ny.gov/news/new-sur...
The Governor’s Office received more than 350 responses from schools that implemented the distraction-free policy.
www.governor.ny.gov/news/new-sur...
Happy that Gov Hochul has signed legislation I sponsored along with Senator Nathalia Fernandez - S.3416D/A.5892 into law, expanding access to medication that supports individuals beginning maintenance or detoxification treatment for substance use disorder.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Happy that Gov Hochul has signed legislation I sponsored along with Senator Nathalia Fernandez - S.3416D/A.5892 into law, expanding access to medication that supports individuals beginning maintenance or detoxification treatment for substance use disorder.
pubfiles.nysenate.gov/crm/fernande...
pubfiles.nysenate.gov/crm/fernande...
Earlier this week Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to establish a New York State memorial at the Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza in Albany to recognize victims and survivors of the Holocaust.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Earlier this week Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to establish a New York State memorial at the Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza in Albany to recognize victims and survivors of the Holocaust.
www.governor.ny.gov/news/governo...
www.governor.ny.gov/news/governo...
Today, we celebrate the 10th work anniversary of our Comms Director, Tess. Tess is an invaluable member of Team McDonald and everyone knows how wonderful she is to work with. We appreciate all that she does for our team & the 108th District. Feel free to share a special message.
December 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Today, we celebrate the 10th work anniversary of our Comms Director, Tess. Tess is an invaluable member of Team McDonald and everyone knows how wonderful she is to work with. We appreciate all that she does for our team & the 108th District. Feel free to share a special message.
Too many New Yorkers have been stuck paying for costly, unwanted subscriptions because companies make it difficult or confusing to cancel. The new “Click to Cancel” law I helped pass is now in effect requiring businesses to provide simple, clear instructions on how to end automatic renewals
December 2, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Too many New Yorkers have been stuck paying for costly, unwanted subscriptions because companies make it difficult or confusing to cancel. The new “Click to Cancel” law I helped pass is now in effect requiring businesses to provide simple, clear instructions on how to end automatic renewals
Honored to attend this morning’s Albany County Honor-A-Vet ceremony in Green Island, where we recognized two remarkable brothers, Frank and Joseph Lazzaro for their service to our nation.
December 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Honored to attend this morning’s Albany County Honor-A-Vet ceremony in Green Island, where we recognized two remarkable brothers, Frank and Joseph Lazzaro for their service to our nation.
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is now open for applications! The easiest way to apply is through mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits/b...
Learn more about the program here: otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/
Learn more about the program here: otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/
December 1, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is now open for applications! The easiest way to apply is through mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits/b...
Learn more about the program here: otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/
Learn more about the program here: otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/
Grateful to spend part of the day working with the Regional Food Bank to deliver Thanksgiving meals to seniors at Cayuga Plaza in Cohoes.
It’s always inspiring to see the kindness and generosity that goes into making sure our neighbors have what they need, especially during the holidays.
It’s always inspiring to see the kindness and generosity that goes into making sure our neighbors have what they need, especially during the holidays.
November 26, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Grateful to spend part of the day working with the Regional Food Bank to deliver Thanksgiving meals to seniors at Cayuga Plaza in Cohoes.
It’s always inspiring to see the kindness and generosity that goes into making sure our neighbors have what they need, especially during the holidays.
It’s always inspiring to see the kindness and generosity that goes into making sure our neighbors have what they need, especially during the holidays.
November is Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month.
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it is a difficult time and there are many considerations for next steps.
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it is a difficult time and there are many considerations for next steps.
Legal Planning | Alzheimer's Association
Legal planning for people with Alzheimer's or another dementia – get resources to help you establish your legal plans including a free e-learning workshop.
www.alz.org
November 25, 2025 at 5:32 PM
November is Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month.
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it is a difficult time and there are many considerations for next steps.
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it is a difficult time and there are many considerations for next steps.
I was honored to speak and stand in support with the Ukrainian American Community at the annual Holodomor Memorial Remembrance in Cohoes this past weekend.
This annual memorial gathers members and friend of the Ukrainian community throughout our Capital Region as we remember and pray for
This annual memorial gathers members and friend of the Ukrainian community throughout our Capital Region as we remember and pray for
November 24, 2025 at 4:24 PM
I was honored to speak and stand in support with the Ukrainian American Community at the annual Holodomor Memorial Remembrance in Cohoes this past weekend.
This annual memorial gathers members and friend of the Ukrainian community throughout our Capital Region as we remember and pray for
This annual memorial gathers members and friend of the Ukrainian community throughout our Capital Region as we remember and pray for
If you know a Veteran without nearby family or who could use a warm meal and good company, Albany County Veterans Service Agency is hosting a free Thanksgiving Dinner at Lynn’s Uptown Tavern on Thursday, November 27, from 3–6 PM.
November 21, 2025 at 5:21 PM
If you know a Veteran without nearby family or who could use a warm meal and good company, Albany County Veterans Service Agency is hosting a free Thanksgiving Dinner at Lynn’s Uptown Tavern on Thursday, November 27, from 3–6 PM.
AI is transforming health care, but big questions remain. I joined the latest State of Play episode to talk about the promise, the risks, and why the human element still matters.
Watch the full discussion here:
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Watch the full discussion here:
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AI in Health Care: Is Progress Outpacing Patient Safety?
The upsides of artificial intelligence make its use in health care a cinch, right? With the American Medical Association recently finding that 2 in 3 physicians are using health AI, it seems most doct...
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November 19, 2025 at 7:46 PM
AI is transforming health care, but big questions remain. I joined the latest State of Play episode to talk about the promise, the risks, and why the human element still matters.
Watch the full discussion here:
www.ncsl.org/state-legisl...
@ncslorg.bsky.social
Watch the full discussion here:
www.ncsl.org/state-legisl...
@ncslorg.bsky.social
Congrats to the outstanding arts and cultural orgs in our community that have been awarded funding through the NYS Council on the Arts latest grant cycle.
These investments help fuel local economies, expand access to the arts, and strengthen the creative spirit that defines communities like ours.
These investments help fuel local economies, expand access to the arts, and strengthen the creative spirit that defines communities like ours.
Governor Hochul Announces $63 Million in Arts and Culture Grants Awarded By the New York State Council on the Arts
Governor Hochul announced more than 2,400 grants totaling over $63 million to support nonprofit arts and culture organizations and individual artists through the New York State Council on the Arts.
www.governor.ny.gov
November 18, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Congrats to the outstanding arts and cultural orgs in our community that have been awarded funding through the NYS Council on the Arts latest grant cycle.
These investments help fuel local economies, expand access to the arts, and strengthen the creative spirit that defines communities like ours.
These investments help fuel local economies, expand access to the arts, and strengthen the creative spirit that defines communities like ours.
Join the New York State Office of General Services (OGS) for their Reconnect the Empire State Plaza project’s second public workshop!
As part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s $400-million Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) Initiative, OGS is exploring ways to shape the Empire State Plaza into a space
As part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s $400-million Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) Initiative, OGS is exploring ways to shape the Empire State Plaza into a space
Reconnect the Empire State Plaza Public Workshop #2
Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242 United States
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November 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Join the New York State Office of General Services (OGS) for their Reconnect the Empire State Plaza project’s second public workshop!
As part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s $400-million Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) Initiative, OGS is exploring ways to shape the Empire State Plaza into a space
As part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s $400-million Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) Initiative, OGS is exploring ways to shape the Empire State Plaza into a space
Sheriff Craig Apple and his team are creating new kennel space at the Albany County Correctional Facility to help care for dogs rescued from abuse cases easing the burden on our local shelters and offering work opportunities to individuals staying at the facility’s temporary housing program.
Overcrowded animal shelter gets help from local sheriff
When it comes to caring for the animals rescued in abuse cases, local shelters can be quickly overwhelmed. One sheriff is making room to help with the overflow by using space at the county jail.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Sheriff Craig Apple and his team are creating new kennel space at the Albany County Correctional Facility to help care for dogs rescued from abuse cases easing the burden on our local shelters and offering work opportunities to individuals staying at the facility’s temporary housing program.
As federal funding for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) remains on hold due to the government shutdown, Governor Hochul announced steps to ensure New Yorkers continue to receive support with energy costs this winter.
Energy Affordability Program
Program provides income-eligible consumers with a discount on their monthly electric and/or gas bills.
dps.ny.gov
November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
As federal funding for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) remains on hold due to the government shutdown, Governor Hochul announced steps to ensure New Yorkers continue to receive support with energy costs this winter.
The NYS Department of Labor offers a wide range of support to help veterans transition into the civilian workforce, including:
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
November 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The NYS Department of Labor offers a wide range of support to help veterans transition into the civilian workforce, including:
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
• Job search assistance and career counseling
• Resume help and interview coaching
• Translation of military experience to civilian jobs
On Veterans Day, we remember those who stood up to serve our nation and protect our freedoms. Thank you for your sacrifice, your leadership, and your unwavering commitment to our country and our communities.
November 11, 2025 at 1:49 PM
On Veterans Day, we remember those who stood up to serve our nation and protect our freedoms. Thank you for your sacrifice, your leadership, and your unwavering commitment to our country and our communities.
Great to see this investment in the Albany International Airport through the Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition.
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
November 7, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Great to see this investment in the Albany International Airport through the Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition.
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
These new amenities are designed to improve the customer experience and are thoughtful additions that keep in mind the needs of the consumers
Governor Hochul and the New York State Department of Civil Service have announced that nearly 800 state job titles will now accept relevant work experience as an alternative to a college degree. Learn more about state job opportunities here: www.cs.ny.gov
New York State Department Of Civil Service
This website contains information regarding examinations, appointments, and promotion within NYS. Start a career with New York State.
www.cs.ny.gov
November 6, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Governor Hochul and the New York State Department of Civil Service have announced that nearly 800 state job titles will now accept relevant work experience as an alternative to a college degree. Learn more about state job opportunities here: www.cs.ny.gov
Today is Election Day! This year’s ballot includes one statewide proposal related to the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex in Essex County. Learn more here: elections.ny.gov/2025-statewi...
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
November 4, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Today is Election Day! This year’s ballot includes one statewide proposal related to the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex in Essex County. Learn more here: elections.ny.gov/2025-statewi...
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
Be sure to confirm your polling place here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov
It is anticipated that November SNAP benefits will be delayed due to the ongoing federal government shutdown otda.ny.gov/programs/sna...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
October 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
It is anticipated that November SNAP benefits will be delayed due to the ongoing federal government shutdown otda.ny.gov/programs/sna...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Below we have linked a list of some food resources:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Reposted by John T. McDonald III - NYS Assemblymember
It’s not often that prosecutors and public defenders agree on policy, but both sides have united behind a bill soon to be considered by Gov. Kathy Hochul that would expand access to the state’s mental health courts.
Half of New York doesn't have a mental health court. That could change
It passed in June with unanimous support from both Democrats and Republicans in the state Senate and Assembly.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:57 PM
It’s not often that prosecutors and public defenders agree on policy, but both sides have united behind a bill soon to be considered by Gov. Kathy Hochul that would expand access to the state’s mental health courts.
Governor Hochul has announced the launch of the New York State Secure Choice Savings Program, a new state-sponsored retirement savings plan designed to help private-sector employees who do not have access to a workplace retirement plan.
New York Secure Choice can help bridge the retirement savings gap.
New York Secure Choice expands New Yorkers’ access to retirement savings and helps businesses stay competitive by offering access to a great benefit for employees.
www.NewYorkSecureChoice.com
October 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Governor Hochul has announced the launch of the New York State Secure Choice Savings Program, a new state-sponsored retirement savings plan designed to help private-sector employees who do not have access to a workplace retirement plan.
Too many lives have been lost to gun violence. That’s why I helped pass a new law requiring police to remove all firearms in plain sight from a household for at least five days when responding to reports of family violence (Ch. 466 of 2025).
October 23, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Too many lives have been lost to gun violence. That’s why I helped pass a new law requiring police to remove all firearms in plain sight from a household for at least five days when responding to reports of family violence (Ch. 466 of 2025).