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The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of Rockland County and asked of all candidates for this office.
Read the answers from all candidates (who have responded).Questions & Answers
1. Do you support joint committees to reconcile differences between bills on the same issue passed by both houses of the legislature?*
In my capacity as Chairman of Mental Health Committee, the Veterans Affairs Committee and Elections Committee I have successfully co-chaired joint committees with my counterparts in the Assembly, resulting in legislation that served the best interests of all New Yorkers. As a general rule I support joint committees to reconcile differences. In the last two sessions of the State Legislature, my leadership on one joint committee contributed to on-time budget.2. What methods would you support to ensure equity in funding public education?*
In addition to support a basic mandated state per pupil formulas, I regularly meet with school district officials to assess local educational needs. I have secured additional funding grants for special needs and continue to consult with all local stakeholders and fiscal experts to determine appropriate methods for funding our schools.3. If Indian Point nuclear power facility licenses are not renewed, how do you propose to ensure adequate electric power for the region?*
Indian Point's energy supplies could be replaced with non-nuclear power plants, additional transmission lines, and new efforts by consumers to save energy. The state would need to overcome many political, regulatory, and financial hurdles. Consumers would be encouraged to switch to energy-efficient appliances and shift some of their energy usage to off-peak hours, especially during hot summer days.
Responses to questions asked of each candidate are reproduced as submitted to the League.
- Original answers for a published Voters Guide were limited to 30 words and are presented as submitted. Candidates have since been invited to supply answers of any length for the Web.
Read the answers from all candidates (who have responded).
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