Caucus Issues Letter Calling for 15 Gigawatts of Renewable Energy by 2030
Jan 16, 2025
January 16, 2025 Governor Kathy Hochul Office of the Governor NYS State Capitol Building Albany, NY 12224 Dear Governor Hochul and the NYPA Board of Trustees: As New York moves toward meeting its climate goals, we must use the energy transition to redress...
NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus Releases Statement on Jury Verdict in Daniel Penny Trial
Dec 9, 2024
Albany, NY – In response to the jury’s verdict in the trial of Daniel Penny, Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages (D-Elmont), Chair of the NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the following statement:“We cannot...
The Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Caucus Responds to Threats Made Against Senator Cordell Cleare
Nov 19, 2024
Albany, NY – In response to threats made against Caucus Member & Senator Cordell Cleare, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the following statement: “The...
Attorney General Letitia James, BPHA Caucus, Southeast Queens Elected Officials, and Impacted Homeowners Hold Press Conference in Support of New York State Homeowner Protection Program
Oct 30, 2024
Queens, NY – Members of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus were joined by Attorney General Letitia James, legal service providers, homeownership counselors, and New York homeowners for a press conference highlighting...
The Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Caucus Responds to Racist Comments Made During Donald Trump’s MSG Rally
Oct 28, 2024
Albany, NY – In response to statements made regarding the island of Puerto Rico, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the following statement: “The comments...
New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, & Asian Legislative Caucus Host Second Annual Legend of the Caucus Award Ceremony
Oct 15, 2024
Monticello, NY – Members of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus (BPHA Caucus) came together to host the Second Annual "Legend of the Caucus" Award Ceremony. This prestigious accolade was introduced by Chair...
The Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus Meet with ATF NY and HIDTA to Discuss Means of Reducing Violent Crime
Sep 9, 2024
New York, NY – Today, members of the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, led by Assemblymember Michaelle C. Solages (D-Elmont), met with officials from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms as well as the High...
Caucus Highlights First Official Meeting for The New York Community Commission on Reparation Remedies
Jul 31, 2024
Albany, NY – In response to the first official meeting for the New York Community Commission on Reparation Remedies, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the...
Caucus Applauds President Biden’s Plan to Create Enforceable Rules for Supreme Court
Jul 30, 2024
Albany, NY – In response to President Biden’s call to create enforceable rules for Supreme Court Justices, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the following...
Caucus Releases Statement Regarding Mass Shooting in Rochester
Jul 29, 2024
Albany, NY – In response to a mass shooting that took place in Rochester last night which claimed one person’s life, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, and Senator...