State Rep. Josh Jensen
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Annual health fair promotes wellness in Greece
Assemblyman Josh Jensen successfully organized his third annual Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, September 28, at the Greece Ridge Mall.
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Minority members urge governor for oversight on CDPAP reforms
Assemblyman Josh Jensen, the ranking Minority member of the Assembly Health Committee, alongside other Minority members, has urged Governor Kathy Hochul to reinstate state comptroller oversight for the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) bid process. This oversight was removed in this year’s enacted state budget amid additional reforms to CDPAP programs, which faced opposition from stakeholders and legislators across New York.
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Senator Jensen criticizes 2024 legislative session's rushed decisions
State Senator Jensen has expressed his disappointment with the recently concluded 2024 legislative session. According to Jensen, the session was characterized by a last-minute rush to pass legislation that had limited public input but significant implications for New Yorkers.
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Jensen: Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program Changes Raises Great Concern
Jensen, regarding the recent developments related to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), has voiced significant concerns about the potential consequences of the proposed changes. Jensen expressed worries that the reforms could have adverse effects on New Yorkers and their families in the disabled and elderly communities who heavily rely on the program.The planned shift towards a single fiscal intermediary has raised alarms for Jensen, who highlighted the risks faced by small and medium-sized businesses that have been providing valuable support to...
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Jensen: Government Takeover on Utilities Raises Great Concern for Monroe County
Apr 9 2024Monroe County resident, Jensen, expressed deep concerns regarding the proposed government takeover of utilities in the county. Jensen highlighted the potential implications of such a move, particularly in relation to costs and community impact.The County Legislature is set to vote on a $1 million public utility study, a decision that Jensen believes could be better directed elsewhere. Jensen emphasized the financial ramifications of transitioning to government-controlled power, including the significant costs associated with acquiring Rochester Gas and...