Press Releases

Governor Hochul Announces Installation of 6,500 Energy Efficient Led Lights at One World Trade Center

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York Power Authority and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey completed the installation of energy-efficient LED lights throughout One World Trade Center, the tallest building in the United States....

In Pursuit of Peace: Steps Forward in the Israel-Palestine Conflict

"The recent events in Israel have deeply shaken us all. The innocent lives lost is a heartbreaking reminder of the toll that hatred and violence take on our communities and the world at large. No cause justifies targeting innocent civilians; it only exacerbates...

Assemblymen Fall & Reilly Announce Grant Funding for SIUH Pop-Up Pantry Program to Address Island-Wide Food Insecurity

Staten Island, NY – Assemblymen Charles D. Fall (D-North Shore) and Mike Reilly (R-South Shore) announced today that they’ve secured a state discretionary grant to address the food insecurity crisis on Staten Island through a pop-up pantry program...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Teams Up with NYPD and Staten Island District Attorney to Remove Over a Dozen Firearms from Staten Island Streets

"In a proactive response to the recent surge in gun violence on Staten Island, Assemblyman Fall collaborated with the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and Staten Island District Attorney Michael McMahon in a significant gun buyback event. This joint...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Statement on the Tragic Loss of Syles Ular and Destiny Vega

I am deeply shaken and heartbroken by the tragic loss of our young souls in Staten Island. Syles Ular, at the tender age of 13, and Destiny Vega, merely 17, embodied the hope and potential of our community's future. Their untimely departures serve as...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Condemns Violence in Israel

"The events over the weekend in Israel have deeply shaken us all. The innocent lives lost is a heartbreaking reminder of the toll that hatred and violence take on our communities and the world at large. No cause justifies targeting innocent civilians;...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Partners with 9/11 Memorial & Museum & AMC Theaters to Host Commemorative September 11 Screening for Students on Staten Island

“In honor of the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, my office is partnering with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and AMC Theatres to host a commemorative September 11 screening at the AMC Theater on Staten Island. This screening is a 30-minute film created by the...

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Statement on Fiscal Year 2023-24 Historic Investments for District Attorney’s Across New York City & State

Extremely happy to announce that the Assembly Majority has made historic investments in this year’s budget including $47 Million increase in Aid to Prosecution, including $7 Million to disrupt fentanyl supply chains and prosecute overdose deaths. $80...

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Statement on the Fatal Shooting of 13-Year-Old Jamoure Harrell

“We are heartbroken as a community by the news of this tragic shooting. As we navigate through this difficult time, please keep the family, friends, classmates, teachers, and loved ones of Jamoure in your prayers. We cannot tolerate these senseless...

Assembly Members Charles D. Fall and Mike Reilly on the Two-Year Moratorium Extension Amidst the 50th Anniversary of the Liquefied Natural Gas Tank Explosion

"50 years ago, one of the deadliest industrial explosions occurred on Staten Island killing 40 workers. The 600,000-barrel tank in Bloomfield was being treated for repairs when fire broke out having natural gas trapped inside the tank leading to the explosion....

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Statement on the NYC Asylum Seeker Crisis

"We are in a state of emergency as we deal with this drastic and growing national crisis. To truly solve this crisis in New York City and across the country, it will take a coordinated bi-partisan approach. Since the lifting of Title 42, we have seen...

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Statement on Federal Government Approval of Congestion Pricing for NYC

The recent decision by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration to allow New York to move forward with the congestion pricing plan is misguided and ill-advised. While I am in agreement that congestion pricing can improve...

Elected Officials, Community Board 1, and Community Advocates Oppose State Decision to Proceed with Development at 5 World Trade Center without Securing Greater Affordability

New York, NY – State Senator Brian Kavanagh, Congressman Dan Goldman, Assembly Member Charles Fall, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Council Member Christopher Marte, Manhattan Community Board 1 – all of whom represent the site of 5 World...

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Honors NYPD and FDNY for Their Dedicated Service and Commitment to Staten Island

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond, New York, Kings) honored first responders from the NYPD and FDNY for their devout service and commitment to Staten Island. “It is a great privilege for me to honor our men and women in...

Assemblyman Fall praises NYPD and FDNY for service to Staten Island

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Condemns Brutal Attacks at Al-Aqsa Mosque During the Holy Month of Ramadan

“I stand today, gravely concerned and deeply disturbed by the events that unfolded at the Al- Aqsa Mosque, a place of great significance and reverence to millions across the globe. The violent actions undertaken during the sacred month of Ramadan are...

Statement from Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall on the Beginning of Ramadan

Ramadan Mubarak to the entire Muslim community here in New York as we prepare to enter the holy month of Ramadan. For many, this month gives us the opportunity to self-reflect, practice patience and forgiveness, have compassion for the less fortunate...

Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Introduces Four Transportation Related Bills That Will Prioritize Staten Island Residents

Today, Assembly Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond, New York, Kings) announces a package of legislation that will put Staten Islanders first. Assembly Bill A03396 will exempt Staten Island residents from Verrazzano-Bridge tolls. Assemblyman...

Assistant Majority Leader Charles D. Fall Announces Appointment of Fitim Shabani as Chief of Staff

“Fitim Shabani joins our team with over 15 years of government experience having worked in the New York City Council and most recently the Public Advocates Office. Fitim brings extensive knowledge and a wealth of experience in government relations,...

Statement On the Death of Tyre Nichols

“Tonight, we share the sadness and outrage of the Nichols family. We and anyone capable of compassion and human decency must understand why this loss of life evokes anger and frustration. The actions depicted in the video released show the violation...