Senator Lea Webb
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Official Government account for NYS Senator Lea Webb (District 52-Broome, Cortland, and Tompkins Counties) | @NYSenate Women's Issues Committee Chair
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I am proud to have secured $250,000 in state funding through the CREST program to support renovations that will ensure the Hangar Theatre continues to thrive for years to come. For nearly 50 years, the Hangar Theatre has been a creative heartbeat for Ithaca and the entire region.
Today, I presented the New York State Senate Empire Award to Rashida Sawyer Bakery in Ithaca. Their decades‐deep tradition of culinary artistry, commitment to inclusivity, and strong community presence give us all a reason to celebrate.
My office joined the New York State Department of Transportation and Broome County officials to celebrate the addition of six new battery-electric buses to the BC Transit fleet.
I’m excited to invite you to the New York State Black Legislative Task Force Listening Tour. This year, the Task Force secured $30 million in funding to support programs that uplift underserved communities.
Thank you to everyone who joined me at Cinemapolis for a screening of “Murder Has Two Faces,” a compelling docuseries created by the brilliant Lisa Cortés.

Thank you to all of our community partners!
I joined Broome-Tioga BOCES to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of their new Trade Complex; a state-of-the-art facility designed to prepare students for careers in high-demand fields like heavy equipment operation, renewable energy installation, and CDL training.
National School Lunch Week feels different this year: 2.7 million NY students now have access to free breakfast and lunch. This is what investing in kids and families looks like. #Meals4AllNY #NSLW25
Thank you to everyone who joined me at Schorr Family Firehouse Stage for a screening of “Murder Has Two Faces,” a compelling docuseries created by the brilliant Lisa Cortés. The event highlighted the crisis of missing and murdered BIPOC women and girls.

Thank you to all of our community partners!
Please note that my offices will be closed tomorrow, October 13 for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We will re-open on Tuesday, October 14.
My office celebrated Jen Pawol at Mirabito Stadium, a trailblazer who just became the first woman to umpire a regular-season MLB game. Jen’s journey from the Southern Tier to the majors shows what persistence and love of the game can do.
Join me today for a free screening of “Murder Has Two Faces,” a compelling docuseries created by the brilliant Lisa Cortés, with journalism legend Robin Roberts.

Thank you to all of our community partners!

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I would like to invite you to join me for “Community Office Hours” on October 18th from 12:00- 2:00 at the Vestal Public Library. I am partnering with the Cancer Services Program of the Southern Tier & YWCA to focus on local resources for accessible breaster cancer screenings.
My full statement on Trump’s indictment of New York State Attorney General Letitia James:
For more than 55 years, the Hatala family has combined orthodontic excellence with a deep commitment to our community. I was proud to present them with an NYS Empire Award. Thank you for the care you bring to every patient and for the generosity you show our Southern Tier community.
My office joined the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence for Purple on the Plaza, where we gathered with survivors, families, and advocates to confront the reality of domestic violence and honor those who are no longer with us.
My office joined community leaders and employers today for the NDEAM Awards Ceremony in Binghamton, recognizing businesses across our region committed to inclusive hiring during National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Join me today for a free screening of “Murder Has Two Faces,” a compelling docuseries created by the brilliant Lisa Cortés, with journalism legend Robin Roberts.

Thank you to all of our community partners!
I was proud to partner with health organizations across Tompkins County to host a Health Resource Fair for our community. Thank you to our community partners for their collaboration, and to everyone who attended and took part.
Join me for a free screening of “Murder Has Two Faces,” a compelling docuseries created by the brilliant Lisa Cortes, with journalism legend Robin Roberts.

Thank you to all of our community partners!

RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/1754337985...
Join me for a free screening of “Murder Has Two Faces,” a compelling docuseries created by the brilliant Lisa Cortés, with journalism legend Robin Roberts.

Thank you to all of our community partners!

RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/1754296801...
My office joined farmers, Cortland County Soil & Water, and state partners at Van Patten Farms to mark $25 million for agricultural water-quality projects. This funding helps farms install the practices that protect streams, and strengthen rural economies.
Join me for a screening of “Murder Has Two Faces,” a compelling docuseries created by the brilliant Lisa Cortés, with journalism legend Robin Roberts.

RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/1754296801...
I enjoyed attending Mrs. Murat’s AP Government and Politics class at Maine-Endwell Central School District. It was inspiring to hear students' thoughtful questions about local government and policy. I also appreciated the opportunity to share the work we’re doing in the New York State Senate.
Today at 5:00 PM! See you at Greater Ithaca Activities Center!

Find your unclaimed funds with the Office of NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli

Get trained in Narcan from the Southern Tier Aids Program

Learn about Health & Wellness resources from our community partners!
I joined the celebration of the ASAP program at Tompkins Cortland Community College. By making higher education more affordable and offering strong support systems, coaching, career & transfer guidance, help with books & transportation, we’re opening doors for students.