At a peaceful picket in Plainview, Assemblymember Lavine marches with members of the New York State Nurses Association who are fighting for fair wages, a fair contract, and speaking out about dangerous conditions throughout Plainview Hospital / Northwell Health.

Assemblymember Lavine presents a citation to Patricia Kaegi for her outstanding contribution to the community at the closing reception for her marvelous exhibition Sea Cliff Through the Years at the Sea Cliff Village Library.

Addressing the concerns of constituents is at the heart of what Assemblymember Lavine does in public service – here meeting with a couple in Westbury about an issue he is trying to help them resolve.

Keeping our communities safe with strong but sensible gun legislation is a top priority for Assemblymember Lavine, seen here in North Babylon with Rebecca Rosenthal of Moms Demand Action at an event where Governor Hochul spoke about strengthening New York's Red Flag law.

In a ceremony at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City, Governor Hochul signs into law a bill, sponsored by Assemblymember Lavine, requiring museums to acknowledge art stolen from the Jewish community during the Nazi Era in Europe. This law is indicative of how we must continue to fight hate through education. Photo courtesy of the Office of Governor Kathy Hochul.

The India Day Parade in Hicksville is held for the 11th time and Assemblymember Lavine joined the growing and prospering South Asian community at this year’s event.

Assemblymember Lavine is joined by Sue Ruzenski, Helen Keller Services CEO, for Camp Helen Keller’s end of year show. Lavine announced a grant in the amount of $25,000 for the camp which is run by Helen Keller Services for the Blind (HKSB) and is on LIU Post University campus in Greenvale.

Abortion service providers are being targeted by anti-abortion laws around the country, but in New York Assemblymember Lavine is working to protect them. Lavine attends a public hearing to urge changes needed to the Town of North Hempstead code which limit where abortion care can be provided.

The heat didn’t stop everyone from having a great time on National Night Out in downtown Glen Cove as Assemblymember Lavine presents a citation to Glen Cove’s own Eva Casale for running 7 marathons in 7 days throughout Long Island and all of her tireless efforts to raise money for veterans.

Protecting women’s rights has never been more important following the Supreme Court decision making it more difficult for women to have an abortion. Assemblymember Lavine lends his voice to the Planned Parenthood of Greater New York rally in Mineola, held in support of abortion care access.

Assemblymember Lavine presents a citation to Jason and Sheila Samel in recognition of the opening of their new yoga studio, Buddha Jams Yoga and Fitness in Glen Cove. Jason, a certified yoga instructor with a background in the music industry, developed the idea for the theme as a result of his strong belief in the lessons of Buddha and how yoga helped him during times of struggle in his personal life.

Members of the Sid Jacobson JCC Gezunter Men’s Club welcome Assemblymember Lavine as their guest speaker. The men, some of whom are proud military veterans, had a spirited discussion on many topical issues including recent Supreme Court rulings which will have a major impact on Nassau County residents.

The Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island unveils its new rain garden and sustainable native garden in Garden City. Assemblymember Lavine was on hand for the ribbon-cutting along with (from left) Ethical Humanist Society members Jim LoPresti / Rain Garden Project Manager, Richard Koral / EHSLI Leader, Linda Napoli / EHSLI President, and Lorraine Zeller-Agostino / Sustainable Garden Project Manager.

Assemblymember Lavine presents a citation to Maria Grady as she retires from her term as a Trustee of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library. For the past 5 years Maria has devoted her time to help improve the library experience for patrons and the community alike.

As Eleanor Roosevelt said, “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dream.” Assemblymember Lavine had the honor of speaking at the Harmony Heights Residential Day School graduation ceremony in Oyster Bay where a group of wonderful students took a major step toward achieving their dreams. Lavine was deeply moved by the words and emotions from staff, administrators, and the students themselves. The non-profit school serves girls with emotional needs that cannot be adequately served elsewhere.

Assemblymember Lavine joins Glen Cove’s Congregation Tifereth Israel as it celebrates its 125th anniversary with special recognition to the Shapiro family for generations of service to the temple community.

It’s essential that we remember our fallen heroes and honor veterans. That’s what the WWII Encampment Weekend at the Museum of American Armor is all about. Assemblymember Lavine helps kick off the event at Old Bethpage Village Restoration.

Assemblymember Lavine speaks out on core issues he believes in such as abortion rights, sensible gun legislation, and improvements to the family court system as the legislative session winds down.

Assemblymember Lavine thanks the students at Connolly Elementary School in Glen Cove for their efforts to collect goods for the Ukraine Humanitarian Drive.Lavine is joined by Principal Bryce Klatsky, Glen Cove City Schools Superintendent Dr. Maria Rianna, and wife Ronnie, who used to teach at the school (l-r).

The office of Assemblymember Lavine worked closely with the Ukrainian Americans of Long Island (UALI) to carry out a humanitarian drive to help those affected by Russia’s unjust invasion. The community came together in this effort. There are countless examples of people’s incredible generosity which resulted in literally tons of donated goods being sent to the suffering people of Ukraine. Assemblymember Lavine thanks everyone who did what they could to make this effort such a tremendous success. Volodymyr Tsyalkovsky of the UALI coordinated the process by which goods got from the District Office to Ukraine.

Karolina Zamecka-Zea (bottom right) helped organize a drive at the Glen Cove YMCA daycare program.

Plainview resident Barbara Robinson (to right of Assemblymember Lavine), a teacher at PS 139 in Rego Park, wanted to help and to involve her students, so she took it upon herself to organize a drive and personally haul dozens of heavy boxes to the District Office.

With abortion rights threatened like never before, Assemblymember Lavine speaks at the We’re Not Going Back Rally for Reproductive Rights pro-choice in Mineola. Despite the rain and cold, so many wonderful and passionate voices were heard at this important event. “We must come together to fight for women’s rights – which are human rights,” Lavine said.

As President of the New York Chapter of the National Association of Jewish Legislators (NAJL), Assemblymember Lavine speaks out about ways we can combat anti-Semitism. Lavine addresses the issue in Albany with members of that group and the American Jewish Committee of Long Island.

The issue of mental health is at the forefront as a result of the strains we’re all under as part of the pandemic. That’s why Assemblymember Lavine, here with Dr. Nellie Taylor-Walthrust of the North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, felt it was important to participate in the Westbury/New Cassel NAACP / Westbury Union Free School District Mental Health Conference at Westbury High School.

Assemblymember Lavine addresses the New York Bankers Association (NYBA) in Albany. As Chair of the Judiciary Committee, Lavine encounters quite a number of issues that impact NYBA members. On this occasion, he spoke about a modernized version of New York’s Law of Trusts.

Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are extremely difficult for all involved. Assemblymember Lavine visits the non-profit Long Island Alzheimer’s and Dementia Center in Westbury. The Center has programs which improve the quality of life for those living with Alzheimer’s and related forms of dementia, and their caregivers.

The recently passed State Budget has many benefits for Long Islanders. Assemblymember Lavine joins Governor Kathy Hochul at Kennedy Park in Hempstead where she talked about several key components — including funding for education and improvements to our roads.

With gas prices skyrocketing, Assemblymember Lavine calls on Nassau County Executive Blakeman to do the right thing and cut the county taxes on gas. This follows historic action taken by the State Legislature and Governor to relieve the pain at the pump by suspending State gas taxes and giving County governments the authority to do so as well.

Addressing the unprecedented challenges facing our students and their families is critical. Assemblymember Lavine joined students, families, and other elected officials at the North Shore Central School District Legislative Action Night at Glenwood Landing Elementary School in Glen Head.

Assemblymember Lavine meets with Glen Wolther, owner of All Round Foods Bakery Products, Inc., of Westbury, and his team in the cold storage warehouse. The company supports our troops overseas by providing frozen bakery goods. This is especially important as the situation has grown very tense since the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The Glen Cove Police Department is presented with a $250,000 capital grant secured by Assemblymember Lavine. The funding paid for 5 brand new, state-of-the-art Ford Interceptors. Assemblymember Lavine is joined by Chief William Whitton, Assistant Chief Christopher Ortiz, and several members of the Glen Cove Police Department for the presentation.

Assemblymember Lavine was one of several prominent community leaders to participate as a judge at the Westbury Union Free School District Annual Districtwide Spelling Bee. Kids in grades 4 through 8 competed in the event which took place at Westbury High School.

Assemblymember Lavine meets the 'POBots' during a visit to Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School to announce a grant to fund the school’s robotics program.

Assemblymember Lavine attends the Glen Cove Council of PTA's Scholarship Dinner to honor Monica Alexandris-Miller who was sadly lost to her family and our community way too young. Monica is remembered as a fighter with a passion for justice who served with great distinction and honor on the Board of Education.