Elementary & Secondary Education Budget Hearing |
Tomorrow, January 29, NYSSBA’s Chief Advocacy Officer, Brian Fessler will participate in the annual Legislative Elementary and Secondary Education Budget hearing. NYSSBA has submitted our written testimony to the Committee. Brian will be on hand, along with several of our education partners, to offer remarks and answer any questions legislators may have. For those interested, the entire daylong event will be streamed live. You can view the event here. To read NYSSBA’s submitted written testimony, you can find it here.
NYSSBA Advocacy Opportunities
Friday, February 6, 2026 – NYSSBA Annual Capital Conference (Virtual)
Sponsored by Utica National Insurance Group
This half-day morning live virtual advocacy conference will feature conversations with state policymakers, a review of the executive budget proposal and other important information to support your local advocacy efforts. As we have done in the past, the event will be recorded and shared with our members.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – NYSSBA Annual Lobby Day (In-Person)
Join us for our annual Lobby Day at the NYS Capitol. We will provide a light breakfast, coffee, and talking points. Legislative meetings are scheduled by attendees.
Unsure of your district's state officials? Use your school district office's address in the "Find My Representative” function on our Advocacy page.
You can find NYSSBA's 2026 Legislative Priorities and Position Statements here: