On the first day of the 2026 legislative session, the New York State Assembly Minority Conference unveiled its comprehensive legislative platform for the coming year, titled “Fight for New York,” with policies focused on delivering fiscal relief, protecting taxpayers, creating economic growth and job opportunities, and improving the quality of life for 20 million New Yorkers.

The key pillars of the minority’s 2026 agenda include: 

Facing the affordability crisis—Address one of the nation’s highest tax burdens, lower costs for families, and rein in runaway state spending that has increased by more than $50 billion since 2021.

Responsible energy policy—Review and reset unworkable climate mandates of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act to lower energy costs, preserve energy choice and maintain the reliability of the state’s energy grid.

Health care reimagined—Provide affordable and innovative options to expand access to critical health care services and ease burdens to enrollment.

Prioritize public safety—Implement common-sense fixes to failing laws that continue to undermine our criminal justice system and make the overdue changes to correctional system policies to help support a workforce in crisis.

Expand job opportunities and workforce development—Advance initiatives to expand job training and apprenticeship programs; remove barriers to employment and facilitate economic growth by eliminating red tape and regulatory burdens.

Combatting antisemitism—Stand together in support of the Jewish community to reinforce the message that antisemitism will not be tolerated; ensure public dollars are not used in support of groups or institutions that spread hate.

The Assembly Minority Conference has also launched a new website, nygoppolicy.com, which highlights the “Fight for New York” 2026 agenda and priority issue areas with accompanying legislative proposals.     

As I prepare to begin another legislative session, I am reminded of just how humbled I am to represent my neighbors in the 121st district; it is truly an honor of a lifetime. That is why I am committed to helping improve the lives of those I represent by fighting for our shared upstate values. I will work across the aisle when there is common ground, but I will also not be afraid to continue to push back on the radical ideas coming from Albany and Gov. Hochul that make our lives less affordable and safe. 

Assemblyman Joseph Angelino (R,C-121)
Norwich, NY