“Our community has been ravaged by the heartbreaking cycle of addiction, leaving far too many families to cope with the tragic loss of loved ones. In 2015, Suffolk County tallied more than 100 deaths related to heroin and opioid abuse for the third-straight...

“For over 35 years, February has served as African American History Month. As a nation we celebrate the accomplishments of influential people of color such as Shirley Chisholm, who became the first African American woman elected to Congress,...

“To ensure a brighter future for families living on Long Island, workers must be able to care for a newborn or respond to family emergencies without risking their financial or job security. That’s why I voted for paid family leave legislation,...

“The women’s equality laws that go into effect today demonstrate the commitment New York has to women. These measures increase protections from sexual harassment, help ensure equal pay and prevent retaliation for sharing wage information, prohibit...

“We have made great progress in moving our state forward, but there’s more to be done to help working families on Long Island get ahead. Today, the Governor announced a plan to make New York the first state in the nation to enact a $15 minimum wage...

Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre (D-Babylon) announced her support for the recently proposed LIRR Improvement Program to upgrade and expand Long Island’s public transportation infrastructure. “Our families and businesses rely on the LIRR, but...

“With college tuition skyrocketing to new levels, many graduates are struggling to pay off a substantial debt burden as they begin their professional careers. Last year, I helped pass the ‘Get on Your Feet’ student loan forgiveness program that...

“Earlier this year, I fought to include critical funding for wastewater infrastructure improvements in the state budget. I am excited that the Town of Babylon will receive $1.8 million in state grants, to be used for the consolidation and upgrade of...

“I am thrilled that Long Island has been named a ‘Top Performer’ for the fourth time, and will receive a $98.3 million Regional Economic Development Grant. This funding will help build on the excellent progress we’ve already made and will help...

“This is a proud day for the State of New York, one on which we have demonstrated our continued dedication to ensuring that women have equal opportunity to succeed. As an expectant mother, this is especially poignant for me knowing the laws enacted...

“On Aug. 4, communities across the country will join in observing National Night Out – an annual event to bring people together in an effort to fight crime and drug abuse and support law enforcement. These remarkable community efforts show us that,...

“The state wage board’s recommendation to raise the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $15 per hour is a positive step. This increase would provide much-needed relief to families across New York State who are working full time, yet remain in poverty....

“On July 4th, citizens across the country come together to celebrate our independence and shared history. Since our nation’s founding, Americans have striven to promote equality and justice for all. While the journey hasn’t always been easy, we...

Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre (D-Babylon) hosted a food drive on Wednesday afternoon that brought in more than 400 food items for Island Harvest, one of the largest hunger relief organizations on Long Island. “The outpouring...

Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre (D-Babylon) announced that a bill she sponsored has passed the Assembly and is now waiting on action from the Senate. Her bill would provide tax relief for Long Island homeowners who were forced to repair or rebuild...

Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre (D-Babylon) announced legislation she authored to refund standard license replacement fees to eligible veterans has passed the Assembly (A.6557). This is Jean-Pierre’s first bill to pass the Assembly since her election...

Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre and Suffolk County Presiding Officer DuWayne Gregory celebrated Haitian Flag Day last Thursday at the Wyandanch Public Library. The event was a success with more than 100 community members and leaders participating in...

“The racist flier found in an innocent Lindenhurst family’s mailbox is sickening. We all have the right to feel safe in our homes and our communities, and this crime is a violation of that right. While the Suffolk County Police work to hold whoever...

Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre (D-Babylon) announced she sponsored legislation that passed the assembly ensuring education policy changes enacted as part of the 2015-16 state budget do not put students at a disadvantage in the classroom or pressure...