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ALBANY, NY – Unshackle Upstate was joined by representatives from business and construction organizations in the Capitol today to voice their collective opposition to the expansion of New York State’s prevailing wage mandate.  Specifically, these organizations are opposed to a measure (S.1947/A.1261) that would impose prevailing wage standards on projects receiving any level of state financial support. […]

“We thank the Department of Labor for its careful consideration of the serious concerns raised by employers about the Department’s call-in scheduling regulations. This one-size-fits-all approach would have hurt businesses – especially small businesses – that are already struggling to survive in New York’s harsh business climate. Now more than ever, our leaders in Albany […]

Don’t Block NY Building Coalition Launches to Stop Irresponsible Expansion of Prevailing Wage; Support Economic Development and Competitive Jobs in NYS Nearly 30 Business, Building, Construction, Economic Development, Health Care and Affordable Housing Groups Join Forces to Keep New York Competitive and Economic Development Moving ALBANY – Nearly 30 business, building, affordable housing, construction, health […]

ALBANY, NY – Unshackle Upstate, a pro-taxpayer education and advocacy organization, has submitted to a letter to Senator Todd Kaminsky requesting for additional hearings to be held in Upstate communities regarding the New York State Climate and Community Protection Act. In late January, the Senate announced that Senator Kaminsky would lead three hearings to solicit public feedback […]

“We thank Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and members of the Senate for standing up for struggling homeowners and passing a permanent 2-percent property tax cap today. Since its enactment in 2011, the property tax cap has saved homeowners billions of dollars and given hardworking New Yorkers some relief from double-digit property take hikes. Considering […]

“We fully support the Governor’s adherence to a 2-percent state spending cap and his call for a permanent 2-percent property tax cap. The property tax cap has saved overburdened homeowners approximately $25 billion since its passage. Enacting a permanent property tax cap should be a top legislative priority in the coming weeks. We’re also encouraged […]

BUFFALO, NY – Unshackle Upstate, a pro-taxpayer education and advocacy organization, has released its 2019 Advocacy Agenda. The in-depth document details the organization’s stance on more than 40 issues confronting taxpayers and employers across New York. The organization’s key priorities for the 2019 legislative session include: Continued fiscal responsibility; Make the 2-percent property tax cap […]

“We wholeheartedly approve Governor Cuomo’s call for a permanent 2-percent property tax cap in 2019. Since its enactment, the property tax cap has saved overburdened homeowners more than $8 billion. We encourage the members of the Legislature to join with Governor Cuomo and pass a strong, permanent property tax cap upon their return to Albany. […]

“On behalf of Unshackle Upstate, I would like to congratulate tonight’s election winners. We are especially proud to have supported Bob Antonacci and George Amedore and look forward to working with them in the coming months. As we transition to the upcoming legislative session, our leaders in Albany must consider the significant challenges facing the […]