Press Releases
-
January 8, 2026
Rockland County Legislature Fills 2026 Leadership Posts
The Rockland County Legislature voted Thursday night to fill its leadership positions for 2026, reelecting Jay Hood Jr. to a fifth consecutive term as Chairman. Aney Paul was reelected Vice Chairwoman, and Phil Soskin was named Second Vice Chairman.
-
December 29, 2025
Rockland County Legislators Hold Final 2025 Meeting
The Rockland County Legislature held its final meeting of 2025, fulfilling its obligations under county law by approving required tax rates and levies and advancing significant changes related to Rockland County Sewer District No. 1.
-
December 14, 2025
Statement from the Rockland County Legislature on the Attack on Hanukkah celebrants at Bondi Beach
On the first night of Hanukkah - a time meant for light, remembrance, and hope - Jewish lives were taken in an act of brutal hatred. We mourn those lost and hold their families and communities in our hearts.
-
December 4, 2025
DEC Must Enforce NYS Nutrient Runoff Law
The County of Rockland, along with the Towns of Clarkstown, Haverstraw, Orangetown, Ramapo and Stony Point worked with Stormwater Consortium of Rockland County to urge New York leaders to increase enforcement of the NYS Nutrient Runoff Law.
-
December 2, 2025
In Bipartisan Vote, Legislature Adopts 2026 County Budget
Rockland County legislators voted unanimously Tuesday to slightly amend and approve a 2026 County Budget that holds the line on county property taxes, funds vital programs and services, and increases funding for nonprofits that serve our communities.
-
November 26, 2025
A Message Of Thanksgiving From Rockland County Legislature Chairman Jay Hood Jr.
“As we gather with loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving, I want to extend my heartfelt wishes for a joyful and peaceful holiday."
-
November 19, 2025
Legislators Hofstein & Kennelly Honor U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Andrew Velikic For Exceptional Service
Rockland County Legislature Minority Leader Lon M. Hofstein and Legislator Will J. Kennelly recognized U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Andrew Velikic for his exceptional service and a series of top Navy honors.
-
November 19, 2025
Rockland County Legislators: Restart Naturalization Ceremonies
Rockland County legislators today sent a letter expressing serious concerns about the recent cancellation of scheduled naturalization ceremonies by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The cancellations have halted the final step in the citizenship process.
-
November 14, 2025
Legislator Paul Launches 2025 Winter Coat & Warm Clothing Collection For Our Neighbors In Need
Rockland County Legislature Vice Chair Dr. Aney Paul and Together Our Unity Can Heal (TOUCH) have partnered for the 4th consecutive year to conduct a Winter Coat & Warm Clothing drive for children and adults.
-
November 7, 2025
Rockland County Legislature Recognizes Community Leaders at 2025 MWBE Celebration
The Rockland County Legislature celebrated the achievements of exceptional residents during its 2025 Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Recognition Ceremony, hosted by County Legislators Aney Paul, Toney Earl, Beth Davidson, and Dana Stilley.
-
November 6, 2025
Legislature Unanimously Adopts New Law To Combat Damaging Digital Deepfake Images, Video, Audio & More
Rockland County lawmakers unanimously passed the Damaging Deepfake Act, a local law aimed at stopping the spread of AI-generated fakes that steal identities, destroy reputations, and fuel online abuse.
-
November 3, 2025
Rockland County Legislature Provides $2 Million To Help Local Pantries Due To Federal SNAP Funding Lapse
Rockland County legislators voted unanimously today to allocate $2 million to help local food pantries meet a surge in demand for food assistance following the lapse of funding to the federal SNAP program.
-
October 30, 2025
Rockland County Legislature To Allocate $2 Million to Support Local Food Pantries Amid SNAP Funding Halt
In response to the suspension of federal SNAP benefits caused by the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Rockland County Legislature will approve $2 million in emergency funding to help local food pantries meet the surge in demand for food assistance.
-
October 15, 2025
Jared Lloyd Act Unanimously Adopted By County Legislature
Rockland County legislators voted unanimously to expand a law to benefit additional volunteers, as well as their survivors, and to rename the legislation in honor of fallen firefighter Jared Lloyd.
-
October 6, 2025
Legislator Paul Hosts Small Business Information Session
Rockland County Legislature Vice Chair Dr. Aney Paul hosted a presentation by the Lower Hudson Valley Small Business Development Center during a meeting of the Special Committee on Minority & Women Business Enterprise.
-
September 29, 2025
County Legislators, Environmental Advocates Ask Governor, Federal Officials To Act in Wake of Holtec Court Decision
Rockland County Environmental Committee Chair Beth Davidson, Vice-Chair Alden Wolfe and Legislator Paul Cleary joined environmental activists from around the Hudson Valley at Rockland County’s scenic Haverstraw Bay Park to blast a federal court decision that overturns the Save the Hudson Act.
-
September 26, 2025
Rockland County And Open Space Institute Highlight Major Gains From Eagle Valley Land Acquisition
Environmental Committee and Water Resource Management Task Force Chair Beth J. Davidson joined Rockland County Executive Ed Day, the Open Space Institute and the Village of Sloatsburg to celebrate the preservation of 236 acres – the largest in the County’s Open Space Acquisition Program.
-
September 19, 2025
County Legislators Hood & Cleary Lead Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
County Legislators celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by recognizing three individuals whose contributions, leadership, and community spirit have made a lasting impact in Rockland - Doris and Enid Karpeh-Diaz, Co-Founders of Centro De Amigos, and Roberto Germosén, President of Quisqueya Sports Club.
-
September 11, 2025
Legislators Attend County’s Sept. 11 Memorial Ceremony
Family members, friends, neighbors, public officials, first responders and others gathered today to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks. Among those attending were Rockland County Legislators Aney Paul, Beth Davidson, Will Kennelly and Jesse Malowitz.
-
September 10, 2025
Former Rockland County Legislator John F. Meehan Remembered For His Many Years Of Public Service
John F. Meehan, a three-term Rockland County Legislator known for championing bipartisan cooperation and advancing key services for seniors and others, passed away on Sept. 5 at age 84.