“I was proud to co-sponsor this bill, which sought to close this loophole and protect New York homeowners from these unlawful opportunists.”

✍️ As we welcome spring and prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day, I am happy to invite Northeast Queens students to showcase their writing skills and creativity by submitting an entry to my annual Essay and Poetry Contest. The deadline to enter is May 15. Please see more info below.

Last week, I voted against the capital appropriations portion of the NYS budget because it included funds for Empire State Development's proposed Creedmoor redevelopment project. See my remarks on the Assembly floor: facebook.com/EdBraunstein/v…

Wishing you and your family a happy Passover!

Due to overwhelming demand, registration for the April 28 rain barrel giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest. If any barrels are unclaimed at the end of the event, they will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.

My office is hosting a rain barrel giveaway with NYC Water at Crocheron Park in #Bayside on Sunday, April 28. Advanced registration is required, as there is a limited supply of barrels available. To register, please see instructions below.

I strongly condemn Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel. The U.S. must continue to stand with its Democratic ally. My thoughts are with the people of Israel and their loved ones here in New York and around the world.

Eid Mubarak!

It was a great day to march along Bell Boulevard in the 6th Annual #Bayside Saint Patrick's Day Parade. Thanks once again to the dedicated volunteers with the Parade Committee for organizing another festive community event.

.NASA Solar Eclipse in NYC: Monday, 4/8, at approximately 3:00 PM EST. Do not look directly at the sun. Be safe and wear certified solar filters / glasses to view the eclipse. For more information, visit: bit.ly/april8eclipse.

USGS reports a 4.7 magnitude earthquake in NYC. No reports of damage/injuries in NYC. earthquake.usgs.gov/dyfi/. Multilingual & ASL Link: on.nyc.gov/1NHXAwb

A total of two to three inches of rain is forecast across the region today through Thursday. Locally heavy rain will be possible at times, mainly Wednesday afternoon into Wednesday evening.

High Wind Watch 11 AM, 4/3 to 5 AM, 4/4: Expect 25-35mph winds & gusts up to 60mph.

Wishing you and your family a joyful Easter!

This week, the NYS Assembly welcomed Archbishop Elpidophoros of Greek Orthodox Arch to the Capitol as we commemorated the 203rd Anniversary of Greek Independence and proclaimed March 2024 to be Greek History Month. I also thanked the Archbishop for being outspoken against antisemitism.

Tomorrow evening, March 27, Queens DA Katz's office will host a crime prevention webinar on topics including fraud prevention, deed theft and elder abuse resources. RSVP: queensda.org/upcoming-event…

I join my fellow New Yorkers in mourning the loss of Police Officer Jonathan Diller, who was a husband and a father. My thoughts are with his family and the entire NYPD during this difficult time.

Happy Holi! Wishing you and your family peace and good health during this time of renewal.

Ming Hwa Lee & Michael Flamen, members of the Selfhelp Community Services Clearview Center, recently turned 100. Since I was in Albany for the celebration, my CoS Suzy Monteverdi presented NYS Assembly Citations of Merit to them on my behalf. I wish Ms. Lee & Mr. Flamen continued health & joy.