Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, Westchester County Executive George Latimer and County Director of Consumer Protection Jim Maisano Discuss New Law Requiring Merchants to Provide Clear Disclosure of Credit Card Surcharges to Consumers Feb 16, 2024 White Plains, NY – New York State Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, Westchester County Executive George Latimer and County Director of Consumer Protection Jim Maisano are working together to ensure that residents are well-informed about a new law aimed at promoting...
Statement of Assemblymember Amy Paulin on the Fate of Abortion Medication Dec 13, 2023 Scarsdale, NY – The U.S. Supreme Court announced today that they will hear the case regarding access to abortion medication. It is frightening that such an impactful decision is in the hands of a court instead of medical providers, but this is where...
ECC, Assemblywoman Amy Paulin and NYS DOT Partner to Address Traffic Backup at Central Park Avenue and Underhill/Old Army Roads Nov 28, 2023 Scarsdale, NY – Over the summer, as part of the Edgemont Community Council’s (ECC) comprehensive traffic and pedestrian safety initiative, the ECC Traffic, Sidewalks, and Safety Committee received feedback from concerned and frustrated residents that...
Paulin, Fernandez Secure $450,000 from NYS for New State-of-the Art Pelham Ambulance Nov 1, 2023 Pelham, NY - During a ceremony held this morning, the Town of Pelham unveiled its new ambulance, which recently arrived in Pelham. Funding of $450,000 for the ambulance was secured from New York State by NYS Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, and State Senator...
Assemblywoman Amy Paulin’s Bill Raising the Age for Driving an ATV from 10 to 14 is Signed into Law Oct 31, 2023 Albany, NY – Assembly Member Amy Paulin (D-Scarsdale) announces that her bill (A.150/S.2702) which raises the legal age for operating an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) in New York State from ten to fourteen years old has been signed into law by Governor...
Statement on Israel Oct 10, 2023 Dear Friend, These last few days have been like living a nightmare. The kidnappings and brutal murders that have and continue to happen in Israel have wounded all of us, to the point where it is almost impossible to keep living a normal day-to-day life...
Assemblymember Amy Paulin Introduces Legislation Requiring Inspectors of Child Care Facilities Be Trained to Detect Controlled Substances Sep 26, 2023 Albany, NY – Assemblymember Amy Paulin has authored legislation which would amend Section 390-a of New York State Social Services Law to require inspectors of day care centers, programs, and facilities to be trained in the detection of controlled substances....
Assembly Member Paulin’s Legislation Making the Dissemination of Deepfake Images a Crime is Signed into Law Sep 22, 2023 Albany, NY – Assemblymember Amy Paulin’s (D-Scarsdale) legislation (A.3596A/S.1042A), which makes the nonconsensual use of “deepfake” images disseminated in online communities a criminal offense, has been signed into law by Governor Hochul. ...
Assemblywoman Amy Paulin and State Senator Shelley Mayer Successfully Negotiate NYSDOT Installation of Traffic Light at Intersection of Post and Edgewood Roads Aug 16, 2023 Scarsdale, NY – New York State Assembly Member Amy Paulin and New York State Senator Shelley Mayer have successfully negotiated with the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) the installation of a traffic light at the crosswalk connecting...
Assemblywoman Amy Paulin and SVAC Hold Press Conference on New Law Expanding Community Paramedicine Jul 31, 2023 Scarsdale, NY – New York State Assembly Member Amy Paulin and Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corp (SVAC) held a press conference celebrating the passage of a new law (Ch. 137) which expands the services community paramedics can provide under New York...
Assembly Member Paulin’s Legislation Making the Dissemination of Deepfake Images a Crime Passes in the New York State Legislature Jun 16, 2023 Albany, NY – Assemblymember Amy Paulin’s (D-Scarsdale) legislation (A.3596A/S.1042A) to protect residents from the harm of “deepfake” images disseminated in online communities has passed in the New York State Legislature. Her legislation makes...
Statement of Assemblymember Amy Paulin on the Federal Court Ruling Overturning the FDA Approval of Medication Abortion Apr 10, 2023 Scarsdale, NY – Texas Federal Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk has disregarded science, the FDA, and the will of the majority of our country by ruling to suspend the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of mifepristone – one of two drugs used together...
Assemblymember Amy Paulin Passes Bill to Increase Contraception Access Mar 29, 2023 Albany, NY – Assemblymember Amy Paulin (D-Scarsdale) announced that the New York State Assembly has passed her legislation (A.1060A), the Birth Control Access Act, which would increase access to contraception throughout New York State. The legislation...
Assemblymember Amy Paulin Helps Pass Equality Amendment to Safeguard Human Rights Jan 25, 2023 Here in New York, we pride ourselves in championing policies that ensure that all people are treated with dignity and respect. That commitment has been strengthened this week by the New York State Assembly passing the Equality Amendment to protect New...
Assemblymember Paulin Introduces Legislation to Expand Abortion Medication Access Jan 18, 2023 Albany, NY – Assemblymember Amy Paulin is introducing legislation to expand abortion access by allowing pharmacists to dispense abortion medication with the use of non-patient specific prescriptions. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently made...
Assemblymember Amy Paulin Fights Illegal Cannabis Sales with Legislation Dec 5, 2022 Albany, NY – Assemblymember Amy Paulin (D-Scarsdale) announces the filing of legislation she authored (number pending) which fights the illegal sale of marijuana and marijuana-related products. Her bill would establish that any business selling cannabis...
Assemblymember Amy Paulin and Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick Announce New Law Protecting Campers from Sexual Predators Aug 16, 2022 Rockland County, NY – Assemblymember Amy Paulin (D-Westchester) and Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick (D-Rockland/Westchester) visited Deerkill Day Camp in Suffern to discuss a new law they authored to help protect campers across New York State. Members...
Liberty Coca-Cola Announces New Sustainable Packaging Inspired by Assemblywoman Amy Paulin’s “There Ought to be a Law” Contest Winner Aug 11, 2022 This week, Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages announced their new paper packaging that will replace the plastic ring holders on can multipacks, commonly referred to as “six-pack rings.” Liberty Coca-Cola reports that the transition from plastic to the paperboard...
Statement of Assemblymember Amy Paulin on the Supreme Court’s Repeal of New York’s Concealed Carry Law Jun 23, 2022 Instead of upholding New York’s laws which help combat gun violence, the U.S. Supreme Court has now overturned a 1913 New York statute which limits permits to carry firearms only to individuals who can demonstrate “proper cause” or the need to carry...
Statement of Assemblymember Amy Paulin on the Robb Elementary School Shooting May 25, 2022 What happened yesterday at Robb Elementary School is beyond words. As a parent, I am overwhelmed with grief for the families of those who were killed. As a citizen, I am outraged that once again, gun violence has cut short the lives of children. My prayers...