“Those suffering from domestic violence will no longer have to travel to a courthouse in order to feel safe from their abuser. The signing of Assembly Bill A.6262 is a win for victims of domestic violence, their families and our community because it...

With a focus on empowering the community and raising awareness for Domestic Violence, Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D-Bronx, 77th AD), in partnership with Council Member Vanessa L. Gibson, Roberto Clemente State Park and the NYPD’s 46th Precinct, provided...

Improving quality education for local children, Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D-Bronx, 77th AD) secured funding in the amount of $150,000 to enhance critical support and educational services for students with special needs at P.S. 035 Franz Siegel (261...

Bronx, N.Y. – Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D – Bronx, 77th AD) will introduce legislation to prevent future outbreaks of the Legionnaires’ Disease. With over 113 cases reported, and 12 deaths due to the Legionnaires disease in the South Bronx, Assemblywoman...

BRONX, N.Y. – For seniors and persons with disabilities, the New York State Assembly passed legislation that ensures housing remains affordable for our community by enhancing the Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) and the Disability Rent...

Bronx, N.Y. – Extending opportunity for housing to low income seniors and disabled New Yorkers, the New York State Assembly passed legislation on June 19 that will permit local governments, particularly New York City, to quickly spur development for...

Bronx, N.Y. – Providing a second chance for young people who have run afoul of the criminal justice system and been charged with a misdemeanor, legislation introduced by Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D – Bronx, 77th AD) sailed through the New York...

Hello Chairperson Rachel D. Godsil and members of the New York City Rent Guidelines Board, I am Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner and I appreciate the opportunity to speak before you this evening in my district, the 77th Assembly District. There are more than...

"I am happy to welcome back the High Bridge, New York City’s oldest standing bridge, to its rightful spot as one of New York's major attractions. For Bronx families and residents in my district, and those who call upper Manhattan home, the High Bridge...

Bronx, N.Y. – No longer will families have to question or wait to hear details about the passing of a loved one that is behind bars. The New York State Assembly passed Assembly Bill A.7500 on May 28, which will provide for the notification of the next...

Bronx, N.Y. – Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D – Bronx, 77th AD), along with her Assembly colleagues, voted today to strengthen rent regulations and increase protections for tenants as New York State’s rent regulations are set to expire in June....

BRONX, N.Y. – Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D-Bronx, 77th AD) has introduced and supported legislation meant to help tenants obtain, and maintain, affordable housing options for their families. These bills include: End Source of Income Discrimination:...

Bronx, N.Y. – The New York State Assembly passed Assembly Bill A.6262 on April 28, as part of a legislative package of bills to improve safety for domestic violence victims. First introduced by Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D – Bronx, 77th AD), the...

Bronx, N.Y. – Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D-Bronx, 77th AD), along with her colleagues in the Assembly, secured funding in the final state 2015-16 budget to assist the Bronx Children’s Museum. Two million dollars in funding will be directed to the...

Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner wants to make her office more accessible to families and constituents in the 77th Assembly District. Her staff will be offering off-site constituent services at local senior centers, community centers and libraries. We will...

BRONX, N.Y. – Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner (D-Bronx, 77th AD) said the final state 2015-16 budget provides key opportunities for the Bronx by offering much-needed support for families and seniors. It will bolster the local economy through key educational,...

Bronx, N.Y. – Las víctimas de violencia doméstica y sus familias tendrán más facilidad para obtener órdenes de protección bajo la nueva legislación que está avanzando en la Asamblea del Estado de Nueva York. Presentado por la asambleísta Latoya...