Press Releases

Assemblymen Dinowitz and Gottfried Review State of Gestational Surrogacy in New York

New York, NY - Assemblymen Jeffrey Dinowitz and Richard N. Gottfried convened a public hearing on Thursday to hear testimony from experts on the issue of gestational surrogacy, a procedure which allows same-sex couples and couples facing infertility or...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz Passes Critical Legislation Strengthening ‘Transit Lockbox’

New York, New York – Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (D-Bronx) today announced passage of legislation to require funding dedicated to public transportation systems (including the MTA) be used for their intended purpose. The bill would also require any...

Assemblyman Dinowitz Renominates Chancellor Betty Rosa as Regent for the Bronx

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Bronx, NY – Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz spoke for several minutes on the New York State Assembly floor in glowing terms as he nominated Dr. Betty Rosa for a third term as a member of the New York State Board of Regents. Dinowitz’s nomination was...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz Joins Over 200 State Legislators United Against Offshore Oil Drilling

In response to the Trump Administration’s announcement of increasing offshore oil and gas drilling, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz and 226 colleagues of the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators signed a letter to be delivered to U.S. Secretary...

Predatory Tow Trucks on West 230th and Broadway

Assemblyman Dinowitz’s office has received reports that tow trucks are operating at the Dunkin Donuts’ parking lot on West 230th Street and Broadway. This week several cars were towed, allegedly for illegally parking there and while parking in the...

MTA Board Enacts Partial Second Transfer But More is Needed, Dinowitz Says

New York, NY – The MTA Board approved a second free transfer, as requested by Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, however only in circumstances where there is a planned or unplanned service disruption. While this is a step in the right direction, those New...

New Law Will Make it Easier for Public Employees to Detect Cancer Early

Albany, NY – Early detection is a crucial piece of solving the cancer puzzle, and now it is even easier for public employees to get screened. A new law sponsored by Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz and State Senator Kemp Hannon will expand eligibility for...

DOT Refuses to Install Needed Left Turn Signals

After repeated requests from Assemblyman Dinowitz and local residents, the Department of Transportation has continued to refuse to install left turn signals at West 256th Street and Riverdale Avenue and at West 231st Street and Riverdale Avenue. Northbound...

Assemblyman Dinowitz and State Senator Alcàntara Pass Law to Combat Lead Poisoning

Assemblyman Dinowitz, Senator Peralta Close Loophole To Combat Spread Of Bedbugs

Albany, NY – New Yorkers buying their bedding have less to worry about, thanks to a new law from Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz. In this new law, additional protections will be implemented within 180 days which protect against cross contamination from...

Assemblyman Dinowitz and Public Advocate James Decry Abysmal Conditions during Building Renovation

Bronx, NY – This Thanksgiving some Bronx families will be unable to gather around a home-cooked meal in their own apartments because of highly intrusive renovations on many of the 57 units in the building. The Morgan Group, which owns the building,...

Reminder from Assemblyman Dinowitz: Before the Cold Weather Comes Everyone Needs to be Ready to Turn Up the ‘HEAP’!

Bronx- It won’t be long before fall’s chilly air turns to bitter cold. The city’s harsh winters can be devastating if you have trouble heating your home. That’s where the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) comes in. HEAP is a federally funded...

Dinowitz Creates Law to Help New Yorkers Support Our Troops

Albany, NY – Supporting our troops just got a little bit easier thanks to a new law sponsored by Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz. Conscientious citizens will no longer have to sift through mountains of research to learn which charities that provide support...

Assemblyman Dinowitz Secures Left Turn Signal to Improve Driver Safety Near Local Schools

Bronx, NY – Going to school just got a little easier for students, parents, and teachers at nine schools on the John F. Kennedy campus thanks to effective advocacy from Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (D-Bronx). Many members of the community had complained...

Assemblyman Dinowitz Kicks Off Annual Holiday Canned Food Drive

Bronx, NY-Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (D-Bronx) has kicked off his annual canned food and turkey drive with students from local schools and participating residential buildings. The Assemblyman’s office will be accepting donations until December...

Assemblyman Dinowitz and State Senator Alcantara Create New Pro-Tenant Law to Combat Illegal Non-Rental Fees

Albany, NY – Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (D-Bronx) struck an important blow for tenants in the fight to protect affordable housing in New York City, along with State Senator Marisol Alcantara (D-Manhattan) who was the prime sponsor in the State Senate....

Assemblyman Dinowitz, Congressman Engel Organize Successful Puerto Rico Donation Drive

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Bronx, NY – As the dire situation in Puerto Rico continues to deteriorate, New York has stepped up in the absence of effective measures from the Federal government. After details of the urgency and seriousness of the situation facing many of our fellow...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz Honored as “Transit Champion” at Riders Alliance Annual Gala

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Bronx, NY – On Monday night, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz was honored at the 2017 Riders Alliance Gala as their “Transit Champion” for public service on behalf of New York City transit riders. In his first year as Chairman of the Assembly Committee...

Assemblyman Dinowitz and State Senator Alcantara Urge Governor Cuomo to Sign Pro-Tenant Legislation

Albany, NY – Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (D-Bronx) and State Senator Marisol Alcantara (D-Manhattan) are calling on Governor Cuomo to protect low income tenants by signing legislation (A.8234/S.1349-B) that would require a notice prepared by the Division...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz Appointed to Chair Assembly Judiciary Committee

Bronx, N.Y. – Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie announced this week the appointment of Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (D-Bronx), as chairman of the Assembly Committee on Judiciary. The previous chair, Assemblywoman Helene Weinstein, was recently appointed...