MOUNT VERNON, WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY – October 25, 2019 — Last week it was announced that Montefiore Health Systems would be closing down its Mount Vernon Hospital. State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (D-Bronx/Westchester) issued the following statement: “I was born at Mount Vernon hospital, and like many district residents, hold the institution and its staff close to my heart. It is …
Senator Alessandra Biaggi and Assemblymember Amy Paulin Condemn Antisemitic Incident at Pelham Middle School
PELHAM, NY – October 3, 2019 — Yesterday, State Senator Alessandra Biaggi and Assemblywoman Amy Paulin were notified of a recent hate crime, involving three swastikas found inside Pelham Middle School. State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (D-Bronx/Westchester) issued the following statement: “First and foremost, I want to extend my condolences to the Jewish residents of Pelham, and acknowledge the pain that …
Governor Cuomo Signs Senator Biaggi Bill Allowing Law Enforcement to Access Records of Firearm License Applications
ALBANY, NY – September 4, 2019 — Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed State Senator Alessandra Biaggi’s bill S6160 into law yesterday, granting local law enforcement access to records of applications for licenses of firearms. State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (D-Bronx/Westchester) issued the following statement: “The SAFE Act allows handgun holders and applicants to request that their application information be exempt from …