February 24, 2025
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Over this past week, the bodies of Kfir and Ariel Bibas, their mother Shiri, and Oded Lifshitz were returned home after being killed in Hamas captivity. The image of Shiri holding onto her two babies while being stolen from their home by terrorists is one that I will never forget. May their memories forever be a blessing.
Although we watched on Saturday with both joy and sadness as 6 more hostages were returned, there are still 66 Israelis being held hostage by terrorists. These are lives that can be saved and bodies that can be returned to at least give closure to suffering families. We must bring all of the hostages home now.
Please follow me on my Assembly Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts or visit my Assembly website to stay updated on my legislative happenings. If there is anything you have questions about, or that my office can assist you with, please email me at paulina@nyassembly.gov or call (914) 723-1115.
Sincerely,
Amy Paulin
NYS Assembly 88th District
Celebrating Lunar New Year in Edgemont
It was an honor to stand alongside the Asian American Edgemont community in celebration of Lunar New Year!
Civic Engagement with Scarsdale Students
It was wonderful to join Scarsdale students, elected officials, and educators for the annual legislative advocacy breakfast hosted by the Scarsdale PT Council.
Supporting the Westchester Jewish Council
Thank you WJC for helping to safeguard Westchester’s Jewish community and for strengthening our connection to Israel and other faith-based organizations.
Pelham’s Danny Fund
Thank you to Pelham’s all-volunteer Danny Fund which provides invaluable support to families suffering from catastrophic illness or injury.
Westchester Municipal Officials Association
Thank you Westchester Municipal Officials Association for providing a forum for municipalities to share best practices and create efficiencies.
It was wonderful to join the Scarsdale Forum at their 13th annual Winterfest celebration.
Supporting School-Based Health Centers
Thank you to the student advocates and organizations who rallied with me in support of SBHCs - a vital source of healthcare for NY’s most vulnerable children.
Working with Jewish Legislators
As NAJL (National Association of Jewish Legislators) members, we share ideas and actions to fight antisemitism, support Israel, advocate for the immediate return of the hostages, and use our platform for Tikkun Olam--repairing the world.
Meeting with the Westchester County PBA
Thank you to the Westchester County PBA for supporting the dedicated officers who protect our County.
New Rochelle YMCA
It was wonderful to meet with the New Rochelle YMCA and I appreciate their dedication to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Safeguarding End-of-Life Care
Thank you Hospice and Palliative Care Association of New York State for your work to pass A.565/S.3437, which aims to prohibit the expansion of for-profit hospices in NYS. This legislation represents a vital step towards safeguarding high quality end-of-life care for New Yorkers.
Legislative Hearing on Health & Medicaid
The New York State Legislature holds several budget hearings throughout the year, including last week's Joint Legislative Hearing on Health and Medicaid. To see highlights from the Hearing, click here.
- Gothamist, Jezebel, Yonkers Times: Paulin’s legislation strengthens protections for abortion providers
- City & State, Newsday, FingerLakes1, Observer-Dispatch: Advocates fight for Paulin’s Medical Aid in Dying bill
- CBS 6 Albany: Paulin’s legislation establishes a statewide Parkinson's registry to advance research
- Scarsdale10583: Commentary: Black History Month highlights past victories and hope for the future
- Scarsdale10583: Students pose questions to lawmakers at PTC breakfast
- SpectrumNews1: Advocates push for Paulin's legislation preventing the expansion of for-profit hospices
- Lohud: Paulin addresses looming federal cutbacks to Medicaid
- WNYT: Advocates push for Paulin’s bill to legalize psilocybin mushrooms for medical use
- Lohud: Paulin bill would reduce delays in real estate projects
Grants Available for College Students
Albertina Bloom Scholarships are $2,500 grants awarded to students graduating high school in 2025 who will attend college for the first time in Fall 2025. Applications should be submitted to info@aamw.com by February 28, 2025. Download the application here.
Westchester County Waste Reduction Survey
Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities is conducting an online survey on recycling and reuse programs and other sustainability initiatives. The study is seeking input from residents. Find the survey here: https://arcg.is/GDn8u0.
CDPAP Transition - Take Action by March 28
The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) is transitioning to a new statewide fiscal intermediary. Go to pplfirst.com/cdpap or call 1-833-247-5346 for more information.
Middle School Writing Contest
The Hudson Valley Writing Center invites students in grades 6-8 attending school in Westchester County to submit a short story or poem about an environmental issue of importance in the future. Submissions are due by February 28th. For more information visit their Web site.
Get Rewards for EV Charging
Join SmartCharge New York and get rewarded for charging your EV at off-peak times. Enroll here.
