Candidate for New York State Senate - District 42 in 2024 New York General Election.
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Get StartedI’ve developed a strong relationship with law enforcement and the justice system. As senator, I’ll use that relationship to gather information on the needs of these critical members of criminal justice to bring about common sense reform so that law enforcement can continue to do the job that we hired them to do: provide for our safety and enforce the laws. I’ll be a champion for repealing Cashless Bail, Discovery Reform, and the HALT Act! Learn more
The incidence of drug overdoses in New York State is the highest in the nation. Criminal Justice Reform has flooded our communities with illegal and dangerous narcotics. Our children are at an increased risk every day of coming in contact with fentanyl-laced substances. True Criminal Justice Reform developed with law enforcement, judicial, and mental health partners will lead to positive results impacting multiple facets of our communities. It is only through working with the boots on the ground that we realize real reform and improve the quality of life for all New Yorkers. Learn more
Collaborating with mental health professionals has provided critical insight into the needs of the staff and their clients. Restoring programming and access to services is crucial to the successful treatment. Investing in these services is an investment in a healthy and successful New York. Learn more
Fiscal policies like requiring businesses throughout the state to repay the unemployment fund rather than using federal ARPA funds, gifting $94 MILLION of federal pandemic aid to the Kiryas Joel School District, and congestion pricing proposed by the MTA lead by NYC interests are just part of the problem. A tax-code that is second to worst in the country is driving residents, and their wallets, out of the state. According to Comptroller DiNapoli, personal income tax took a $7 BILLION fall in just the first quarter of the fiscal year. While the State constitution requires that the legislature balance the budget every year, our one-party legislature is bankrupting New York. Unrealistic projected revenues have created a $9 BILLION budget gap, which is sure to grow exponentially if we don’t demand fiscal responsibility from our lawmakers. Learn more
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