Supporting Our Courageous Veterans This National Hire A Veteran Day
Jul 21, 2025
Over the years, I have had the privilege of meeting and getting to know so many courageous veterans right here in Assembly District 98. My father, Rainer K. Brabenec, served in the U.S. Navy before beginning his career with the New York City Policy Department....
Explore Stunning Local Parks, Trails, and Lakes This Summer
Jul 14, 2025
Picture this: Sunlight filters through lush trees, a cool breeze carries the scent of pine and the trail ahead promises adventure…right here in our 98th Assembly District! Spanning parts of Orange and Rockland counties, our corner of the Hudson Valley...
Pushing For Water Quality Improvements in Warwick
May 30, 2025
As the legislative season in Albany begins to wind down,our time is primarily filled with ensuring our local towns and communities are given final support and permissions before the next legislative cycle begins. The bills we pass often come at the request...
Brabenec Resolution Honoring EMS Week Passes Assembly
May 20, 2025
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,C-Deerpark) announced that his resolution (K539) officially recognizing Emergency Medical Services Week—May 18 – 25, 2025—passed the Assembly today with unanimous support. “Our EMS workers are the first to respond...
Standing Against Government Overreach on School Names
Apr 9, 2025
The Port Jervis Raiders, Minisink Valley Warriors and Highland Falls Raiders are not just team names—they are symbols of our history, our values and our unity. Now, however, these beloved names are under threat of being changed. This is nothing short...
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec Introduces the “Affordable NY Act” to Lower Taxes for New Yorkers
Apr 1, 2025
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,C-Deerpark) and Senator Anthony Palumbo (R,C-New Suffolk) recently introduced the “Affordable NY Act,” a bill aimed at providing tax relief for middle-class and property taxpayers in New York state. The proposal aims to...
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec Highlights Completion of Human Trafficking Task Force Recommendations
Mar 25, 2025
The Assembly Minority Task Force on Human Trafficking has completed its work after gathering input from nearly 200 individuals, including survivors, law enforcement and anti-trafficking advocates. This valuable feedback has shaped a comprehensive report...
Brabenec Receives Leadership Promotion in State Assembly
Dec 16, 2024
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R-Deerpark) has been promoted to Chairman of the Assembly Minority Conference’s Committee on Standing Committees, a significant leadership position within the State Assembly. In his new role, Brabenec will oversee key legislative...
Brabenec Announces Over $1.6 Million in State Funding for Ramapo-Catskill Library System Improvements
Oct 8, 2024
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,C-Deerpark) has announced that the Ramapo-Catskill Library System has been awarded over $1.6 million in state aid for critical library construction projects. This funding includes $75,000 designated for essential improvements...
Combating The Fentanyl Crisis
Jul 29, 2024
The fentanyl crisis, exacerbated by the Federal government's failure to secure our southern border, is devastating our communities. This lethal drug has flooded into the United States, leading to a sharp increase in deaths. In New York, fentanyl-related...
