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Cayuga County: Medicaid dependency reached 5.3% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.3% of income in Cayuga County, providing an average of $2,755 per capita to residents.

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 28, 2025

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Ontario County: Medicaid made up 4% of total income in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4% of income in Ontario County, providing an average of $2,458 per capita to residents.

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 25, 2025

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In 2022, Cayuga County ranks 35th among New York counties for government transfer income per capita at $12,644

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, residents of Cayuga County received an average of $12,644 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 28th lowest in New York.

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Schuyler County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 3% in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3% of income in Schuyler County, providing an average of $1,468 per capita to residents.

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Debate intensifies over New York legislation affecting parole and prison closures

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 21, 2025

Sam Nordquist suffered severe abuse, including physical assault and starvation.

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Senator honors Amy West for contributions during Women's History Month

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 20, 2025

In recognition of Women's History Month, Senator Pam Helming has acknowledged Amy West for her contributions as a leader, education advocate, and business owner.

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Yates County: Income Maintenance made up 2.5% of total income in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 19, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.5% of income in Yates County, providing an average of $1,215 per capita to residents.

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Senator Helming urges governor to lift job ban on former correction officers

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 18, 2025

Senator Helming has issued a call to Governor Hochul to rescind an executive order that prohibits terminated state correction officers from obtaining state and local employment, including positions in law enforcement.

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Seneca County residents received $12,673 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 33rd in New York

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Seneca County received an average of $12,673 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 30th lowest in New York.

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Seneca County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 3% of income in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 16, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3% of income in Seneca County, providing an average of $1,376 per capita to residents.

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Senator Pam Helming receives Daniel O'Connell Award from American-Irish Society

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 14, 2025

New York State Senator Pamela Helming received the Daniel O’Connell Award at the annual St. Patrick’s Dinner hosted by the American-Irish Legislators Society of New York.

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Livingston County: Residents received $74.39 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 13, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Livingston County, providing an average of $1,209 per capita to residents.

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Senator Helming announces scholarship opportunities for New York students

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 12, 2025

Senator Pam Helming has announced the availability of four $3,000 scholarships through the New York Conference of Italian American State Legislators.

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Schuyler County ranks eighth highest in New York for per capita government transfer income at $14,459 in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Schuyler County received an average of $14,459 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it eighth highest in New York.

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Senator Helming honors 25 juniors with youth leadership awards

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 10, 2025

Senator Pam Helming recently honored 25 high school juniors with the 2025 Youth Leadership Recognition Award.

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Tompkins County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 1.9% in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 9, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.9% of income in Tompkins County, providing an average of $974 per capita to residents.

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Cayuga County: Income Maintenance made up 2.9% of total income in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.9% of income in Cayuga County, providing an average of $1,494 per capita to residents.

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Ontario County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.8% of income in 2022

By Finger Lakes Today | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.8% of income in Ontario County, providing an average of $1,134 per capita to residents.

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Assemblyman Gallahan backs new law for traffic safety memorials

By Finger Lakes Today | Feb 25, 2025

Assemblyman Jeff Gallahan has expressed his support for Assembly Bill A.3938, also known as the 'Alexander John Smullen Traffic Safety Memorial Law.'

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Correctional officers demand safer conditions amid rising assaults

By Finger Lakes Today | Feb 24, 2025

They gathered around burn barrels to keep warm during the coldest week of winter.