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News from the #NYSenate Democratic Conference.
In response to the federal shutdown, to ensure the nearly 3 million New Yorkers reliant on SNAP can still receive aid, Senate Democrats have helped deliver $30M in emergency food assistance funds. Now, when New York's families are most in need, their wellbeing is our highest priority.
October 30, 2025 at 3:41 PM
In response to the federal shutdown, to ensure the nearly 3 million New Yorkers reliant on SNAP can still receive aid, Senate Democrats have helped deliver $30M in emergency food assistance funds. Now, when New York's families are most in need, their wellbeing is our highest priority.
This October, we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We are committed to protecting and supporting victims of domestic violence. We are very proud that legislation our conference sponsored to temporarily remove firearms from accused defendants was recently enacted.
#SupportingSurvivors
#SupportingSurvivors
October 24, 2025 at 2:39 PM
This October, we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We are committed to protecting and supporting victims of domestic violence. We are very proud that legislation our conference sponsored to temporarily remove firearms from accused defendants was recently enacted.
#SupportingSurvivors
#SupportingSurvivors
This October, we celebrate National School Lunch Week! In this year's budget, we are proud to have secured funding for universal school meals to better ensure no kid goes hungry and that every student in our state has access to free nutritious meals #universalschoolmeals
October 15, 2025 at 2:55 PM
This October, we celebrate National School Lunch Week! In this year's budget, we are proud to have secured funding for universal school meals to better ensure no kid goes hungry and that every student in our state has access to free nutritious meals #universalschoolmeals
Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! Today, we honor the histories, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
October 13, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! Today, we honor the histories, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
Today’s shutdown is the result of GOP chaos & dysfunction. Trump & his enablers are defunding vital services, threatening healthcare, & hurting working families. Democrats are fighting to keep the government open, protect healthcare, and put people over politics. #StopTheShutdown
October 1, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Today’s shutdown is the result of GOP chaos & dysfunction. Trump & his enablers are defunding vital services, threatening healthcare, & hurting working families. Democrats are fighting to keep the government open, protect healthcare, and put people over politics. #StopTheShutdown
This October, we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Survivors of domestic violence occupy an incredibly vulnerable space. Survivors deserve every resource and protection at their disposal on the road to recovery. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
October 1, 2025 at 3:10 PM
This October, we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Survivors of domestic violence occupy an incredibly vulnerable space. Survivors deserve every resource and protection at their disposal on the road to recovery. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
Today, we recognize Constitution Day. 228 years ago today, 39 delegates signed the U.S. Constitution - a historic document that continues to shape our nation.
September 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Today, we recognize Constitution Day. 228 years ago today, 39 delegates signed the U.S. Constitution - a historic document that continues to shape our nation.
Agriculture is truly one of New York’s greatest strengths. Since taking the Majority, we have stood up for farmers and have supported several programs to boost farming across our state, including this past legislative session.
September 16, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Agriculture is truly one of New York’s greatest strengths. Since taking the Majority, we have stood up for farmers and have supported several programs to boost farming across our state, including this past legislative session.
Happy National Voter Registration Day! From Same-Day Voter Registration and Automatic Voter Registration, we have enacted some of the most comprehensive voting reforms in New York’s history to make it more convenient for eligible citizens to vote. #VoterRegistration #Elections
September 16, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Happy National Voter Registration Day! From Same-Day Voter Registration and Automatic Voter Registration, we have enacted some of the most comprehensive voting reforms in New York’s history to make it more convenient for eligible citizens to vote. #VoterRegistration #Elections
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! We are committed to continuing to support the great traditions that have defined this culture through our investments towards organizations dedicated to honoring Hispanic culture across NYS. #HispanicHeritageMonth
September 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! We are committed to continuing to support the great traditions that have defined this culture through our investments towards organizations dedicated to honoring Hispanic culture across NYS. #HispanicHeritageMonth
Today, we stand with the families and honor the lives and legacies of all those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. We continue to reflect on the bravery of the first responders, the resilience of survivors and the unity shown in the face of tragedy. We will always remember and never forget.
September 11, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Today, we stand with the families and honor the lives and legacies of all those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. We continue to reflect on the bravery of the first responders, the resilience of survivors and the unity shown in the face of tragedy. We will always remember and never forget.
Affordability and consumer advocacy have long been cornerstone initiatives of the Senate Democratic Majority. As a ratepayer in New York, you are entitled to certain rights. For more information and help, contact PULP or the NYS Department of Public Service. #ConsumerEnergyRights
September 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Affordability and consumer advocacy have long been cornerstone initiatives of the Senate Democratic Majority. As a ratepayer in New York, you are entitled to certain rights. For more information and help, contact PULP or the NYS Department of Public Service. #ConsumerEnergyRights
This September, we recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We have continued to support the National Suicide and Crisis (988) Lifeline and other suicide prevention services because no one should ever struggle alone. #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention
September 2, 2025 at 3:18 PM
This September, we recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We have continued to support the National Suicide and Crisis (988) Lifeline and other suicide prevention services because no one should ever struggle alone. #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention
Today, we recognize the anniversary of The March on Washington. The March was a non-violent expression of a determination to be truly free. It led to the enaction of landmark legislation, crucial to the advancement of African American rights & racial equality. #MartinLutherKing
August 28, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Today, we recognize the anniversary of The March on Washington. The March was a non-violent expression of a determination to be truly free. It led to the enaction of landmark legislation, crucial to the advancement of African American rights & racial equality. #MartinLutherKing
Today, we recognize Women's Equality Day! We remain committed to honoring the legacy of all the great women who fought for the right to vote. We continue their work because it is our responsibility to step up and fight for equality and equity. #WomensEqualityDay #19thAmendment
August 26, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Today, we recognize Women's Equality Day! We remain committed to honoring the legacy of all the great women who fought for the right to vote. We continue their work because it is our responsibility to step up and fight for equality and equity. #WomensEqualityDay #19thAmendment
Religious discrimination and intolerance have no place in American society. Diversity is our greatest strength as a nation. On International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief, we stand firmly united together against all forms of hate.
August 22, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Religious discrimination and intolerance have no place in American society. Diversity is our greatest strength as a nation. On International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief, we stand firmly united together against all forms of hate.
We have fought to strengthen labor protections and uphold the rights of hardworking New Yorkers. From increasing minimum wage to securing paid family leave - our commitment to supporting labor has never wavered.
August 21, 2025 at 2:04 PM
We have fought to strengthen labor protections and uphold the rights of hardworking New Yorkers. From increasing minimum wage to securing paid family leave - our commitment to supporting labor has never wavered.
In the event of an ICE Raid, it is always important to know your rights.
August 20, 2025 at 11:08 AM
In the event of an ICE Raid, it is always important to know your rights.
For nearly 90 years, Social Security has been a cornerstone of support for millions of Americans, helping seniors, people with disabilities, and working families. The program is the safety net that millions of Americans rely on for their future and their livelihood.
August 19, 2025 at 7:57 PM
For nearly 90 years, Social Security has been a cornerstone of support for millions of Americans, helping seniors, people with disabilities, and working families. The program is the safety net that millions of Americans rely on for their future and their livelihood.
The STAR program remains a crucial lifeline for millions of New Yorkers, easing the burden of rising property taxes and helping working families stay afloat. The program reflects our dedication to putting more money back in the pockets of hardworking New Yorkers.
August 19, 2025 at 6:48 PM
The STAR program remains a crucial lifeline for millions of New Yorkers, easing the burden of rising property taxes and helping working families stay afloat. The program reflects our dedication to putting more money back in the pockets of hardworking New Yorkers.
To protect classroom learning, we have enacted a distraction-free, bell-to-bell cell phone ban to take effect in public schools at the start of this upcoming school year. #LessScrollingMoreLearning
August 18, 2025 at 1:43 PM
To protect classroom learning, we have enacted a distraction-free, bell-to-bell cell phone ban to take effect in public schools at the start of this upcoming school year. #LessScrollingMoreLearning
Today, we remember and honor the legacy of The Buffalo Soldiers not only for their military service but also for their pivotal role in paving the way for greater racial equality in the U.S. armed forces.
July 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Today, we remember and honor the legacy of The Buffalo Soldiers not only for their military service but also for their pivotal role in paving the way for greater racial equality in the U.S. armed forces.
The Student Lifeline Act, taking effect this month, will require student identification cards at colleges and institutions of higher education to contain the new national suicide prevention lifeline number, 9-8-8, and the crisis text line. #MentalHealth
July 2, 2025 at 3:44 PM
The Student Lifeline Act, taking effect this month, will require student identification cards at colleges and institutions of higher education to contain the new national suicide prevention lifeline number, 9-8-8, and the crisis text line. #MentalHealth
A new law, S.5992A, sponsored by Senator Roxanne J. Persaud, allows an expecting mother to designate a doula to have full access to themselves in a maternal healthcare facility during delivery and/or inpatient care post-delivery.
March 17, 2025 at 5:23 PM
A new law, S.5992A, sponsored by Senator Roxanne J. Persaud, allows an expecting mother to designate a doula to have full access to themselves in a maternal healthcare facility during delivery and/or inpatient care post-delivery.
A new law, S.5502, sponsored by Senator Scarcella-Spanton,
will require judges and district attorneys to provide victims of crimes with an informational sheet explaining their rights if the perpetrator of said crime is convicted and sentenced to state prison.
will require judges and district attorneys to provide victims of crimes with an informational sheet explaining their rights if the perpetrator of said crime is convicted and sentenced to state prison.
March 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
A new law, S.5502, sponsored by Senator Scarcella-Spanton,
will require judges and district attorneys to provide victims of crimes with an informational sheet explaining their rights if the perpetrator of said crime is convicted and sentenced to state prison.
will require judges and district attorneys to provide victims of crimes with an informational sheet explaining their rights if the perpetrator of said crime is convicted and sentenced to state prison.