Albany County Republican & Conservative Conference

06/02/2026

Our Conference Leader Frank Mauriello & Legislator Mark Robinson spoke with WAMC Northeast Public Radio yesterday about their forthcoming proposal to establish parental accountability in cases of youth-committed crimes.

Listen to the full segment here:

Legislature Minority Leader Frank Mauriello, R-Colonie, and Legislator Mark Robinson are set to formally introduce the bipartisan legislation on Monday.

06/02/2026

Using our tax dollars for partisan purposes. This is clearly an unethical abuse of power! https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/gop-legislators-left-albany-county-informational-22286072.php

06/01/2026

NEW ✉️

Our Conference today sent a letter to the NYSDEC and PSC requesting guidance on on state data center regulations. With their rapid proliferation and recent news that the City of Albany may be getting one, it's important that we know the long-term economic and environmental impacts of these projects on our local communities.

County residents shouldn't be paying one cent more in utility costs for starters!

06/01/2026

And right on cue, Albany-area businesses are now imposing bans on unaccompanied minors from entering their stores. It's high time our County start tackling this issue in a more head-on approach! https://www.timesunion.com/education/article/albany-area-businesses-banning-teens-supervision-22281004.php

05/29/2026

Yesterday, members of our Conference toured and met with representatives from the Capital Region Crime Analysis Center. The work these individuals do to support law enforcement operations is critical to keeping our streets safe.

In an era where certain "criminal-catching" technologies are criticized, we stand shoulder to shoulder with the men and women of law enforcement and fully support their efforts. Thank you for your service!

05/29/2026

“This award would’ve received more scrutiny from legislators if it went through the normal committee process, as was the case before the Contract Administration Board's threshold was raised,” Albany County Legislative Minority Leader Frank Mauriello said in a statement. “A taxpayer-funded, campaign-like mailer and PR contract are great examples of what happens when the legislature votes away its own responsibilities.”

The county rejected at least one bid that would have charged less than $50,000 to tout local economic development efforts.

05/29/2026

BIG NEWS 🚨

Today our Leader Frank Mauriello - Albany County Legislator & Legislator Mark Robinson announced they are introducing a bill to promote parental responsibility in Albany County. Following last year's youth violence over the 4th of July weekend, it is important for the County to step up its aggressive efforts to encourage accountability in our communities.

Read more about the bill here:

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Important update on Proposed Local Law 'D' for 2026 📜

The bill to eliminate the County's 4% sales tax on clothing and footwear went to public hearing this week and was tabled at committee at the request of County officials who would like to do a more thorough fiscal analysis.

We estimate the bill could save shoppers $7.5 million annually, without creating any deficit in the next County budget💵

Mark Grimm - Albany County Legislator

05/28/2026

Interesting points raised about NY's new "Energy Vision" ⬇️