The
#NYSAssemblyMajority
continues to celebrate Black History Month by highlighting those who continue to shatter ceilings. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made history as the first black woman to sit on the Supreme Court.
#BlackHistoryMonth
A joint session of the full legislature to fill the vacancy in the office of the Attorney General is beginning now in the
#NYSAssembly
chamber. Watch live here:
The
#NYSAssembly
passed legislation by
@CharlesLavineNY
to allow 16 & 17 year olds to pre-register to vote, encouraging civic engagement in young people.
The
#NYSAssemblyMajority
passed legislation to create the NYS Community Commission on Reparations Remedies to examine the impact of slavery and subsequent discrimination and systemic racism against Africans Americans (A.7691).
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed a resolution proclaiming May 2018 as Mental Health Month in New York State to raise awareness of mental health conditions and mental wellness for all
Whether a wrongful conviction was the result of a mistake or plea bargain made under pressure, these decisions carry lasting consequences. NY must right past wrongs and allow those who were wrongfully or improperly convicted to clear their names.
The
#NYSAssembly
passes bill A.4615, to prohibit police officers and agencies from profiling based on race or ethnicity by a vote of 105-39 (unofficial)
The
#NYSAssembly
passes bill A.1601-C to create the Office of Special Investigate to investigate and, if warranted, prosecute when a person dies in custody of after an encounter with a police or peace officer by a vote of 96-47 (unofficial)
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed a resolution proclaiming May 6-12, 2018 as Nurses Week in New York State to show our appreciation & celebrate the accomplishments of registered nurses, including more than 256,000 in New York State.
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed a resolution proclaiming June 19, 2018 as Juneteenth Day in New York State, commemorating the day that marked the effective end of slavery in the US in 1865 in Galveston, Texas.
The
#NYSAssembly
passes bill A.10516-A to enable New Yorkers to apply for absentee ballots through an electronic application by a vote of 102-41 (unofficial)
Harriet Tubman’s dedication to abolishing slavery and protection of those in the Underground Railroad helped countless people find freedom. We honor her spirit and will always fight the effects of slavery still felt today.
The
#NYSAssembly
passed GENDA – legislation by
@DickGottfried
to prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender identity or expression in considerations of employment, education, credit and housing.
The
#NYSAssembly
passes bill A.8226-B to affirm the right of persons in custody to prompt and reasonable medical and mental health assistance by a vote of 108-35 (unofficial)
The
#NYSAssembly
passes bill A.10290-B to prohibit eviction for nonpayment of rent of residential tenants who suffered financial hardship and were in arrears on rent while New York on PAUSE imposed restrictions in their county by a vote of 93-50 (unofficial)
On the heels of repealing 50-A, bringing transparency to police misconduct & discipline, the
#NYSAssembly
pauses for a moment of silence in honor of George Floyd who is being laid to rest today.
The Assembly Majority passed the Lead Pipe Right to Know Act to require public water systems to take an inventory of lead service lines in communities and release the info to everyone (A.6115). This ensures that lead-contaminated water doesn't flow out of taps at homes.
While states across the country criminalize gender-affirming care, New York will not idly stand by. The
#NYSAssemblyMajority
passed legislation to help New Yorkers combat out-of-state policies that attempt to ban gender-affirming care (A6046).
The
#NYSAssembly
passes bill A.10608 to require that law enforcement officers that discharge their weapon where a person could be struck must promptly report the incident by a vote of 112-32 (unofficial).
Speaker Heastie Announces Assembly to Pass Legislative Package to Protect New Yorkers, Improve Police and Community Relations, and Bring Transparency and Accountability to the Criminal Justice System
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed a bill eliminating the mandate that state created or administered tests be used in teacher or principal evaluations, giving school districts & teachers the ability to negotiate evaluation systems to meet the needs of students
Election Law Committee Chair
@CharlesLavineNY
is now the
#NYSAssembly
floor supporting legislation to reform the electoral process in NYS. Tune in here:
The
#NYSAssemblyMajority
believes that we must empower people to contribute positively to our society. When an individual convicted of a crime has served their time and paid their debt to society, their past should not impede their future.
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed a resolution by
@nily
proclaiming Jan. 27, 2019 as Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking the date Auschwitz-Birkenau was liberated. The day is set aside to remember the millions of victims of the Holocaust, especially the 5.8 million Jewish victims.
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed a resolution honoring New York City
firefighter Lieutenant Michael Davidson, who gave his life in the line
of duty while fighting a fire in Harlem on March 22, 2018.
This body will bring up the Reproductive Health Act again this legislative session. It’s long past time to stand up for the women of NY
#RoevWade
#Roe45
The
#NYSAssembly
is dedicated to making our state a great place to live, work and raise a family. That’s why this week we:
-held 25 committee meetings
-passed 44 bills
-were in session for more than 7 hours
#WorkingHardForNY
The
#NYSAssembly
passed the Red Flag Bill, legislation by
@JoAnneSimonBK52
to keep guns out of the hands of those determined to be a threat to themselves & others.
On this Transgender Day of Visibility, we celebrate trans, non-binary, and gender expansive people’ achievements, while still acknowledging the violence and discrimination they face. We fight for trans rights every day. For more info and resources, visit:
Today the People’s House will pause for 17 minutes in honor of the 17 lives lost on Feb 14. The
#NYSAssembly
has passed bills to curb gun violence, but it’s not the end.
The
#NYSAssembly
passes bill A.10521 to prohibit a utility corporation or municipality from terminating services to a residential customer for non-payment during the COVID-19 State of Emergency by a vote of 112-31 (unofficial)
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed legislation to criminalize revenge porn. Thanks to bill sponsor
@edbraunstein
and Codes Chair
@assemblymanjoe
for their hard work to get this bill passed.
The
#NYSAssembly
today passed a resolution proclaiming May 7, 2018 as Haitian Unity Day in New York State in honor of the significant and countless contributions of New Yorkers of Haitian descent who have enriched our nation & state.