Finger Lakes Today

New York State Assemblyman, Gallahan, spoke out about the challenges facing New Yorkers, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the issue of unaffordability. He highlighted the frustration felt by families and businesses in the state, stating, “New York families and businesses are fed up—they cannot continue to just cross their fingers and wait for inflation rates to die down and the tax burden to go away."

Gallahan stressed the importance of proactive measures from state lawmakers to combat the tax burden and affordability issues that are impacting communities across the state. He emphasized the need for collaboration and solutions, stating, "Our constituents deserve to know state lawmakers are prepared to step in, work together and form solutions to actively combat the statewide tax burden and affordability issues crushing communities."

The Assemblyman expressed his commitment to addressing these pressing economic challenges by joining his colleagues to discuss New York state's economy and engage with experts to plan for the future. Gallahan's remarks underscored the gravity of the situation and the necessity for immediate action to alleviate the burden on New Yorkers.

The call for action on affordability and taxation issues comes as a response to the growing concerns within the state. Gallahan's emphasis on the need for proactive solutions signals a commitment to finding ways to support families and businesses struggling with the economic pressures in New York.

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