It was great to hear from farmers as I toured New York’s agricultural lands. It is so important that we think about and remember where our food and other goods come from, and make sure we are doing everything we can to support our farmers' livelihoods, just as they support ours.

It was great to hear from farmers as I toured New York’s agricultural lands. It is so important that we think about and remember where our food and other goods come from, and make sure we are doing everything we can to support our farmers' livelihoods, just as they support ours.

I am always so proud to support our scouts who work on such interesting projects that benefit our community. I attended a Croton Eagle Scouts Court of Honor Ceremony with William Roberts, left, and Samuel Katzman, right.

In this era of Zoom, my Virtual Town Halls have proven quite successful. In the Fall, Eric Lewandowski (top left), Youth Coordinator for Croton100, Kevin Lanahan (bottom left), VP of Corporate Communications for New York Independent Systems Operator, and Conor Bambrick (bottom right), Director of Climate Policy with Environmental Advocates of New York, joined me for a discussion on Our Climate Emergency. View the recorded meeting here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8km2HmeuSoI

In October, I was honored to join Governor Kathy Hochul as she signed my bill to add siblings to the definition of family member in relation to paid family leave (A.6098A/S.2928A). The strong bond siblings share is undeniable. For many individuals, siblings may be the only family member available to assist and provide health care in their time of need and it has happened so often during the COVID pandemic. New York is a leader again in making sure that those with serious health issues can be cared for by their brothers or sisters without them losing their jobs and their salaries. This is a caring and compassionate addition to NY's Paid Family Leave law.

Sandy spoke before Federated Conservationists of Westchester County in Ossining about climate change related legislation passed by New York State this year.

Sandy held a roundtable discussion in Albany to hear more about 5G routers, and how to appropriately tax wireless communication companies that implement this technology. To hear more, the Assemblywoman invited representatives from both sides of the issue.

Sandy held a Press Conference for “Dream’s Law,” which requires proper hospital discharge plans for patients with CVL lines.

Sandy attended the Topping Off ceremony with children, staff, and supporters of the Ossining Children's Center.

Sandy joined students from the Croton School District as they demonstrated in support of bold climate action.

Sandy honored Reverend Jeannette Phillips from Peekskill on the Assembly floor in recognition of Black History Month. She launched Hudson River Health Care Center in Peekskill forty-four years ago to address unmet healthcare needs in the community. Hudson River Health Care is now the largest network of community health centers in New York State.

Sandy received the Community Safety award from AAA in 2018 for my work passing a law that requires children under two years of age to be seated in rear facing car seats, which will significantly increase the safety of small children involved in car crashes.

Sandy visited the Bronx Veterans Court with members of the Westchester County Legislature. Legislation to create courts to handle issues specific to certain groups of people, such as veterans, youth, and those struggling with addiction, has been a topic of discussion in the Assembly this session.

At a press conference, Sandy spoke to promote her bill to ban the question of salary history.

Amidst national scrutiny of voting laws and practices, Sandy held a public meeting to discuss various proposed and current methods of expanding voter access.

We are currently celebrating the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in New York State. Sandy had the opportunity to try on an authentic sash worn by a suffragist during the movement.

Sandy giving a speech at the Westchester County Volunteer Fire Department Association.

A local historian in Ossining, Bill Reynolds, had an exhibition of political memorabilia at the Ossining Public Library.

Annual town meetings throughout her district allow constituents an open time to talk with Sandy and their neighbors about broad issues that they feel their neighbors may be interested in. Constituents can always contact her office about issues that affect them or their communities, but these forums allow for a wider discussion.

Todd Elementary School in Briarcliff received Blue Ribbon designation on a national level for its quality education.

In a historic moment, Teatown received land from the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, to forever preserve our natural surroundings.

Constituents of the feathered variety are highlighted at Teatown’s annual Eaglefest. These neighbors are in need of special attention as we make decisions that affect our environment.

Sandy visited elementary students in their classroom to talk about how the government works, and how a bill becomes a law.

Sandy at the Peekskill St. Patrick’s Day parade with Pat Garvey and Fran Gibbs.

A local business in Cortlandt recently installed solar panels to power their manufacturing company and to save the environment and money.

At her Ossining District Office, advocates for healthy lungs and eliminating smoking met with Sandy to discuss measures that can be taken to encourage healthier lives.

Westchester County adopted legislation based on Sandy’s legislation in Albany to ban the question of a prospective employees wage history during the hiring process.

Sandy’s own senior forum every July brings a full audience of active and interested seniors, as well as members of her constituency who are interested in issues that pertain to older New Yorkers.

Sandy sitting down with senior citizens at the annual Senior Forum with Senator David Carlucci.

Sandy met with members of the Ossining community to call attention to her bill, A.8382, which requires that school districts be notified if any employee is arrested under suspicion of sexual crimes.

Sandy is pictured here on the Assembly Floor with her intern, Caroline. Internships in Albany are available to college students. Please contact her office for information on how to apply by emailing galefs@nyassembly.gov.

Sandy meeting with activists working to raise the age of criminal responsibility, a successful initiative to reduce the number of underage people tried as adults in the criminal justice system.

The Putnam County Youth Bureau came to Albany to visit and see the Legislature in action. They took a moment to take a picture.

Sandy sitting down at the Black Cow with constituents who were writing postcards to their federal and state representatives.

Sandy was sworn in in January 2017 at a ceremony in Putnam County.