ALBANY, NY – January 11, 2020 — This past week New York State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (SD-34) introduced two pieces of legislation that serve to protect survivors of domestic abuse against the threat of gun violence, and hold repeat offenders accountable for domestic violence. S7125 creates a new crime of “Domestic Violence” in the Penal Code that aligns with federal …
Governor Cuomo Signs Biaggi Bill Requiring ACE’s Training for Daycare Providers
THE BRONX, NY and MOUNT VERNON, NY – December 22, 2019 — On December 17th, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation sponsored by State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (S4990A), requiring training with respect to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) for daycare providers. State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (D-Bronx/Westchester) issued the following statement: “Training in adverse childhood experiences will give daycare providers the important …
Governor Cuomo Signs Sen. Biaggi’s Bill Allowing Domestic Violence Survivors to Terminate Residential Leases
THE BRONX, NY and MOUNT VERNON, NY – December 21, 2019 — On December 20th, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation sponsored by State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (S4281A), providing for the termination of a residential lease by a survivor of domestic violence. The bill allows tenants to pay rent, pro-rata, up to the lease termination date. State Senator Alessandra Biaggi (D-Bronx/Westchester) issued …
Senator Biaggi Issues Statement On the Closure of Mount Vernon Hospital
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 …