NCRA’s Government Relations Department has received letters from U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand recognizing the New York State Court Reporters Association (NYSCRA) on its sesquicentennial. The recognition honors 150 years of service to New York’s court reporting community and the association’s continued commitment to the profession.
Founded in 1876, NYSCRA is one of the country’s oldest state court reporting associations. The senators’ letters offer congratulations on the milestone and acknowledge the contributions of New York’s court reporters to the state’s courts and legal system.
“On behalf of NCRA, I extend our warmest wishes to NYSCRA as it celebrates 150 years,” said NCRA President Cathy L. Penniston, M.A., RPR, CRI. “As one of the country’s oldest state associations, NYSCRA has a history its members can be proud of. Thank you to our New York members for your dedication to court reporting and to supporting those entering the profession. We look forward to a continued relationship for many years to come.”
In his letter, Schumer extended greetings for NYSCRA’s anniversary and 2026 convention. He recognized the association’s work to maintain professional standards, support court reporters, and encourage cooperation with the courts and legal profession. He also highlighted NYSCRA’s professional development opportunities and efforts to introduce younger generations to court reporting careers.
“Congratulations to NYSCRA and our New York members on this sesquicentennial,” said Colin Brehm, NCRA’s State Government Relations Manager. “These letters recognize the dedication of court reporters who serve their communities every day. We thank our New York members for their commitment to the profession and look forward to continuing our work together on the issues that matter to them.”
Gillibrand’s letter, dated November 13, 2026, congratulated NYSCRA and its members on the anniversary. She praised the association’s commitment to stenography and New York’s court system, including its support for students and educational opportunities that help prepare future court reporters.
“NYSCRA’s sesquicentennial is an opportunity to recognize the members whose service has sustained this association across generations,” said NCRA Executive Director Dave Wenhold, CAE, PLC . “We congratulate NYSCRA on this milestone and thank its leadership and members for their partnership. NCRA looks forward to continuing that relationship as we work together to support court reporters and the future of the profession.”
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