In his Executive Budget proposal for 2013-2014, Governor Cuomo has put forth an ambitious agenda. While I have many questions about how this spending plan can responsibly fund all the new initiatives he proposed without increasing spending and taxes or...

Over the past two years, great strides have been made to improve our state’s sagging economy and rein in the out-of-control spending of years past. My priority continues to be maintaining this trend by reducing the regulations and bureaucratic red tape...

Assemblymen Ed Ra and Brian Curran are proud to join the West Hempstead Kiwanis Club in fighting hunger in our communities this holiday season. “Every day, thousands of people on Long Island go hungry,” Ra said, adding, “Residents can help fellow...

In response to the urgent call for help, Assemblyman Ed Ra is hosting a “Hurricane Sandy Supply Donation Drive” to help those who were hardest hit on Long Island by Hurricane Sandy. “Hurricane Sandy has affected all of the residents of Long...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R- Franklin Square) yesterday joined Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano, Senator Jack Martins and other Long Island officials to applaud this week’s ruling by state Supreme Court Judge R. Bruce Cozzens, which declared the MTA...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R- Franklin Square) recently joined officers from the Nassau County Police Department for the 2012 Franklin Square-Elmont P.A.L. All-Star game. Assemblyman Ra played catcher during the special-needs game and then threw out the first...

Assemblyman Ed Ra will be sponsoring a FREE summer baseball clinic for children ages 6 to 12 who reside in his district. The event is open to boys and girls and will take place on Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Washington Street...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R- Franklin Square) recently honored Carole Russo, the Nassau County Central Programmer Analyst in the Department of Information Technology, for nearly 35 years of service to Nassau County. During her career, Carole was instrumental...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R- Franklin Square) recently presented an Assembly Resolution to H. Frank Carey High School Principal Mrs. Valerie Angelillo and Assistant Principal Mr. Marc Isseks for the school’s effort to provide educational assistance to a village...

Assemblyman Edward Ra (R- Franklin Square) recently joined Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Executive Director (LICADD) Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, and members of the Long Island Assembly Delegation to...

During the last few days of school, students from the Franklin Square and Elmont school districts participated in Assemblyman Ed Ra’s “Support Our Troops” campaign. Assemblyman Ra asked the young students to reach out to troops whom are currently...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R- Franklin Square) today presented an Assembly Resolution to Salifu Kamara and Carey High School students Alexandra Bieler and Alexandra Kadell. During a video conference, hosted by 21st Century Scholars and American University, Salifu...

Assemblyman Edward P. Ra (21st Assembly District) recently joined 7th and 8th graders from Sewanhaka High School and elementary students from Alden Terrace School to craft thank you cards and warm wishes to troops serving overseas. The cards, which will...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (21st Assembly District) recently joined the first-grade class at Cornwell Elementary School to celebrate Flag Day. During his visit, Assemblyman Ra shared the story of Betsy Ross and the first flag with the students. “While Flag...

Assemblyman Edward P. Ra (21st Assembly District) recently joined Town of Hempstead Supervisor Kate Murray, local veterans, parents and students to celebrate the winners of his 2012 Flag Day Art & Essay Contest. During the event, awards were given to...

Assemblyman Edward P. Ra (21st Assembly District) recently joined members of the community for the Garden City High School Senior Awards Ceremony. During the ceremony, Assemblyman Ra presented Elena Luffy with the County Executive’s Award for Community...

I applaud yesterday’s action by the Senate Majority in voting to repeal the MTA payroll tax for Long Island libraries. The announcement by Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and Senator Jack Martins (R-C-I, Mineola) shows their dedication to easing...

Assemblyman Edward P. Ra (21st Assembly District) recently joined members of the Girl Scouts of Nassau County for their annual awards ceremony. During the ceremony, troops showcased their community projects from the past year and scouts received their...