Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus

Albany, NY – Today, the Black leaders of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus (BPHA Caucus) came together to unveil the Empower Black New York Agenda aimed at improving the lives of Black New Yorkers across...

Albany – “The released body camera footage showing the horrifying beating of Robert L. Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility reveals an unacceptable abuse of power that led to a tragic loss of life. We commend the swift action by the Executive to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, and Senator Gustavo Rivera, Chair of the New York State Senate Committee on Health, released the following statement...

Albany, NY – In response to the Supreme Court’s decision which gives law enforcement the right to arrest homeless individuals, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus,...

Albany, NY – In response to The Supreme Court’s decision to block EPA’s ability to regulate air pollution, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the following...

Albany, NY – In response to the Supreme Court’s decision to reject a nationwide settlement to pay out victims of opioid addiction, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus,...

Albany, NY – In response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s guidance for the Department of Financial services to combat discrimination in the Affordable Housing Market, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic...

Albany, NY – In response to the Nassau County Executive Blakeman Administration’s unwillingness to make Juneteenth a paid County holiday, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative...

Albany, NY – In response to President Joe Biden’s announcement to protect undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the...

Albany, NY – In response to the United States Supreme Court’s decision to strike down a national ban on the sale of bump stocks, Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, released the...