"Today we mark the 49th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the United States Supreme Court's landmark decision, and the law of the land recognizing freedom of choice. It is the fundamental right of women to have control of their bodies and to continue or abort...

Today I join with all of our community greatly relieved that the hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas was resolved. Our hearts and prayers were with the victims and their families and the law enforcement personnel that worked...

The nation has truly lost one of its most iconic sheroes through the passing of Sarah Weddington, Esq. earlier today in Austin, Texas. I was blessed to serve first as an intern in Washington D. C. with Sarah; then as her assistant; and finally as the...

The numerous voices of Students, faculty, civic leaders and elected officials have been heard. The women of New York have been heard. The SUNY Board should name an interim Chancellor and launch a national search where all highly qualified candidates –...

The New York State Assembly last night approved the extension of the eviction moratorium, suspension of mortgage and tax foreclosures and small-business commercial eviction moratorium to Jan. 15, 2022, providing people more time to apply and benefit...

Students and parents at Wagner Middle School have something to cheer about at the start of a new academic year. After months of uncertainty, intensive honors math courses will be offered again following demands by activist parents and strong support from...

Let us all welcome our new Governor, Kathy Hochul! New York State now has an experienced and compassionate leader who will partner with the Legislature and municipalities across the State so that together we can press forward with creative solutions...

As I stated last week following Governor Cuomo’s announcement of his intention to resign, there must be a comprehensive and publicly available report prepared by the Assembly Judiciary Committee detailing its findings, recommendations as well as referrals...

The Attorney General's independent report substantiates and corroborates earlier charges of serial sexual misconduct and federal and state law violations. As the chair of the Assembly Majority Task Force on Women's Issues, I commend these brave women...

Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright today held a special district meeting with U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for community leaders of the Upper East Side, Yorkville and Roosevelt Island. The meeting with the New York senior senator at the Lenox...

Governor Andrew Cuomo today signed into law Assemblymember Rebecca Seawright's legislation to limit the annual fees lenders can charge for credit cards, home-equity loans, and other forms of revolving credit. In 1996, the Legislature authorized licensed...

Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright today announced the passing of legislation to strengthen consumer privacy protections in credit and debit card transactions. Many businesses in New York require personal information such as a zip code when consumers...

Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright announced today that The Met Fifth Avenue will be open to voters between Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 20 for early voting and on Election Day, June 22. Seawright’s office led a sign-on letter to The Met and the...

"The Assembly Majority remains committed to protecting our environment and the health of all New Yorkers," said Speaker Heastie. "The legislation passed in today's Earth Day package builds on the standards we set in the Climate Leadership and Community...