Press Releases

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Meets With NYC DOT Administration to Discuss School Zone Safety

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond) yesterday, met with NYC Department of Transportation Staten Island Borough Commissioner Thomas R. Cocola outside Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Benedicta School in Port Richmond to discuss the recent implementation of...

Governor Signs Second of Four Bills Passed by Assemblyman Charles D. Fall during the 2019 Legislative Session

Last week, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed Assemblyman Fall’s program bill (A.8020/S.6354) into law as Chapter .234. The new law will extend the MTA Small Business Mentoring Program for 10 years until December 31, 2029. For the last ten years, the...

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Enacts Marie’s Law

Today, Governor Cuomo signed Marie’s Law (A.4784-C;Fall/S.2836-C; Savino). Back in June, the bills passed unanimously in both houses of the legislature. The intent of the legislation is to strengthen existing protections for children in the Domestic...

Speaker Heastie Tours the North Shore of Staten Island with Assemblyman Fall

Yesterday, New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie visited the 61st Assembly District, North Shore of Staten Island. The visit included stops to the Empire Outlets, Curtis High School, Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, the Bayonne...

Statement: On Potential Port Authority Toll Increases

The Port Authority last night held a public forum at the College of Staten Island to discuss potential toll increases to the Bayonne Bridge, Goethals Bridge, Outerbridge Crossing, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel and George Washington Bridge. Staten Islander’s...

Statement by Assemblyman Charles D. Fall on the 5th Anniversary of Eric Garner Death

“I want to take this moment to reflect on the tragic death of Eric Garner five years ago today. His death called for a national movement for justice and fair improvements to protocol when law enforcement answers a call and reports to a scene. Law...

Expanded State Funding Allows for the Opening of the First “Staying Healthy” Youth Clubhouse on Staten Island

Today local Staten Island officials and community members gathered for the opening of the first Youth Clubhouse on Staten Island. The facility is part of the New York State “Staying Healthy” program which is funded by the increase of appropriations...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Expresses Concern Over Toll Hike on Staten Island Bridges

Both Port Authority’s of New York and New Jersey recently announced plans for possible inflation-based toll and fare increases as soon as January 2020. The increases would affect six bridges, including the Bayonne Bridge, Goethals Bridge and Outerbridge...

“Four for Fall” at the End of His First Legislative Session

Assembly Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond) states, “One of my life mottos is, ‘start strong, finish even stronger.’ In the waning hours of the 2019 Legislative Session I was able to pass 4 of my priority bills with overwhelming bi-partisan...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Acknowledges MTA Electric Bus Rollout on Staten Island

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond) commended the MTA’s rollout of 100 replacement buses, 62 of which are clean electric and set for Staten Island routes by 2021. The New York State Assembly passed sweeping allocations this year for investing...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Makes a Statement on Recent Officer Down in Graniteville, Staten Island

“I was recently informed that there was a report of a Staten Island police officer being shot in the Graniteville community. A level 1 mobilization was activated to assist the fallen officer. Early reporting is suggesting that it may have been self-inflicted....

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Condemns the Anti-Semitic Vandalism of the Jewish Children’s Museum in Brooklyn

On Thursday, May 30th the Jewish Children’s Museum located in Brooklyn, New York was vandalized with anti-Semitic rhetoric. The museum is a facility that is meant to bring people together and remind us of how to be tolerant towards all religions...

Statement by Assemblyman Charles D. Fall on the Ongoing Controversy Sparked By an Eruv in Westerleigh

“I’ve been closely following the ongoing controversy regarding the placement of an eruv in the Westerleigh community. I am also aware of the escalating tensions that are occurring within the neighborhoods directly affected. We must respect...

New York State Lawmakers Take Part in a Fasting Challenge and Iftar Dinner to Show Religious Unity During the Holy Month of Ramadan

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Assembly Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond) yesterday organized a Fasting Challenge and Iftar Dinner with his Assembly and Senate colleagues to show religious solidarity during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a special month of the year for over one...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Introduces Legislation Requiring a Local Government to File Application for Homeless Shelter

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond) recently introduced legislation that would require a city with a population of one million or more to file an application with the Uniform Land Use Review Board with exemption to a state or local act of emergency....

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Condemns the Diyanet Mosque Fire after Officials Determined It Was Intentionally Set

On Sunday in New Haven, Connecticut a fire broke out at the Diyanet Mosque causing significant damage to the place of worship. In a recent statement by New Haven Fire Chief, John Alston, “there is detection that there was intent in setting this fire.”...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Commends Governor Cuomo Announcement of $6 Million to Help Vulnerable New Yorkers

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently announced that $6 million is available to help individuals who suffer from heat-related illnesses purchase air conditioners. Funding was increased from last year to meet higher demands. The New York State Office of Temporary...

Fall Urges NYCECS to Consider a Park and Concessions at the Once Proposed NY Wheel Site

Six months after the NY Wheel project was abruptly ended, the city and the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) has yet to come out with a proposal for the open space located in the Richmond Terrace area. NYCEDC announced on Monday...

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall Condemns the Poway Synagogue Shooting

Yesterday another community was shattered by a senseless shooting in a house of worship. The shooting took place in Poway, California, a small suburb of San Diego. A 60-year old woman protecting the Rabbi of the synagogue was killed. Rabbi Goldstein was...

Fall Introduces Legislation to Regulate Safety Standards for Trampoline Park Industry

Assemblyman Charles D. Fall (D-Richmond) recently introduced legislation (A.7250) that would regulate safety procedures and strengthen guidelines for the trampoline park industry in New York State. The legislation stems from a report showing a nationwide...