Statement From Assemblyman Ari Brown Regarding Vandalism at New York Minority State Committee Albany Headquarters Apr 17, 2025 As a Jew, and as the son and grandson of Holocaust survivors, and as a proud American, I am deeply outraged and disgusted by the swastika and threatening note left on the door of the New York Minority State Committee building in Albany. The swastika is...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Stands in Support of Nonpublic School Safety Funding Amid Rising Antisemitism Mar 11, 2025 On March 11, 2025, New York State Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) joined his colleagues in the Assembly in a united call for increased funding to protect nonpublic schools, particularly in response to the alarming and undeniable surge in antisemitic...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Attends Press Conference Supporting A06088, advocating for an Independent Audit of the MTA Calls for Accountability and Efficiency in the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Mar 3, 2025 Cedarhurst, NY – Assemblyman Ari Brown, (R,Cedarhurst) joined Assemblyman Ed Ra and other Minority colleagues today at the State Capitol for a press conference regarding A06088, a bill aimed at holding the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Joins Senator Steve Rhoads in Call for Immediate State Funding for Nassau University Medical Center Feb 25, 2025 ALBANY, NY – New York State Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) stood alongside Sen. Steve Rhoads and fellow lawmakers today at a press conference on the “million dollar staircase” demanding urgent state action to address the financial crisis at...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Joins Assemblyman Robert Smullen to Honor AJ Smullen and Support Traffic Safety Legislation Feb 25, 2025 Albany, NY – Today, New York State Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) stood alongside his colleague, Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C-Mohawk Valley and the Adirondacks), at the Million Dollar Staircase in the State Capitol to support the introduction...
The Death of Automotive Beauty and the Attack on Individuality Feb 17, 2025 Did you ever wonder why cars have become so bland—literally toaster ovens on wheels? Throughout history, cars were works of art. Each year, you eagerly awaited the unveiling of new models, marveling at the gleaming chrome, the rich smell of leather,...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Questions Mayor Eric Adams on Public Safety, Congestion Pricing and Bail Reform Feb 4, 2025 Albany, NY — During a recent Local Governments Committee public hearing, where I serve as ranking Minority member, I had the opportunity to ask New York City Mayor Eric Adams about critical issues impacting public safety in New York City, including...
Ari Brown Urges Flexibility on Zero-Emission School Bus Mandates for Rural Districts Jan 29, 2025 Albany, NY – Assemblyman Ari Brown (R,C-Cedarhurst) yesterday demanded action on Assemblyman Robert Smullen’s Bill A. 2005, which would allow rural school districts to request a waiver from the state’s zero-emission school bus requirements. The...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Calls for Immediate Action on Early Intervention System Failures Jan 22, 2025 Today, Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) with colleague Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C-Riverhead) and Assemblyman Ed Ra (R,C-Franklin Square) held a press conference at the Million Dollar Staircase in Albany, demanding urgent reform to New York's Early...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Calls Out Dangerous Illusion of "Ceasefire" Between Israel and Hamas Jan 16, 2025 Albany, NY — In light of the ongoing negotiations for a so-called ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, New York State Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) issued the following statement today, calling attention to the temporary and dangerous nature...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Begins New Term, Set to Advocate for Local Economies, Communities and New Yorkers’ Priorities Jan 8, 2025 January 8, 2025 – Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) has officially begun his new term as the representative of New York's 20th Assembly District. As the ranking Minority member of the Local Governments Committee, Brown is focused on introducing legislation...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Attends Press Conference to Announce New Veterans Village Facility Sep 9, 2024 Mineola, NY – September 9, 2024 – NYS Assemblyman Ari Brown joined Tunnel to Towers Chairman and CEO Frank Siller and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman today for a press conference at the Theodore Roosevelt Legislative & Executive Office Building...
Assemblyman Ari Brown Addresses Response to Terrorist Attacks and Criticizes Global Reaction Aug 8, 2024 Today, Assemblyman Ari Brown met with Sapir Cohen at Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's office. Cohen, who was recently released from captivity in Gaza, shared her experiences following the brutal October 7 attack by Hamas on Kibbutz Nir Oz. Her...
Foundation Aid: Restoring Fairness to New York’s School Funding: An Urgent Call for Reform Jul 30, 2024 In recent years, the New York State education system has grappled with issues of fairness and adequacy in its funding formulas. As a member of the State Education Committee, I am acutely aware of the challenges our schools face and the pressing need for...
We Stand on The Shoulders of These Two Giants Apr 24, 2024 On April 24, 2024, we celebrate the 100th birthday of the late Mayor Andrew J. Parise, a stalwart figure in the annals of Cedarhurst's history and a beacon of honor and integrity. Mayor Parise's journey toward becoming a beloved public servant was forged...
Brown Urges Swift Response to BDS Support at Binghamton University Apr 19, 2024 Editor's note: Letter to Governor Attached Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) assembled a bipartisan group of Assembly members to express profound dismay over the Binghamton University Student Association’s support for the Boycott, Divestment and...
Brown Champions Donate Life, Urges Compassionate Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Apr 16, 2024 In a heartfelt testament to the power of selflessness and compassion, Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) is spearheading a movement to promote organ, eye and tissue donation through the Donate Life initiative. Recognizing the profound impact of such...
Brown Calls for Immediate Release of Jewish Hostages Apr 2, 2024 Today, Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) spoke passionately on the Million Dollar Staircase at the Capitol, addressing the urgent need for the release of Jewish hostages. Brown’s powerful remarks underscored the importance of standing together in...
Brown Addresses Squatter Issue: Advocates for Owner and Landlord Rights: Mar 27, 2024 Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) today issued a statement addressing the alarming issue of squatters in New York and the dire need for legislative action to protect property owners’ rights. Recent incidents have highlighted a concerning trend where...
Brown Demands Justice For New York’s COVID Response Mar 25, 2024 Assemblyman Ari Brown (R-Cedarhurst) joined state and federal Minority representatives today to call for an independent investigation into New York state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Then-Gov. Cuomo decided to keep COVID-positive patients in...