Students at #Elmont High School are rallying their peers across #NewYork to complete the FAFSA form.

Don't miss out on financial aid opportunities! Visit Studentaid.gov today. 📚 #FillOutYourFAFSA

LIPA @ The Long Island Federation of Labor w/ Great People Senator Mario R. Mattera Michaelle C. Solages Nick Guariglia

It was great to be part of L.I. FED of Labor's annual reception, recognizing the tireless efforts of unions in championing workers' rights and fostering solidarity on #LongIsland .

Here's to a future of continued progress and empowerment. #UnionStrong

In the 2024-25 #NYSBudget , we made drastic improvements to the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). By expanding eligibility and doubling the minimum award, we are making college more affordable for thousands of additional New York students.

Happy Passover to our Jewish friends celebrating across New York and around the world. Chag Pesach Sameach!

Every day is Earth Day for me! 💚 Thank you 🙏

Happy Earth Day! In this #NYSBudget , we protected clean water funding for Long Island and our entire state. Here are just some of the key environmental investments we are making:

It's vital to recognize that TDI's maximum benefit of $170 per week has remained unchanged since 1989.

I understand the importance of having financial support during illness, injury, or pregnancy loss. Rest assured, the effort to improve this situation continues. #paidleave

We missed a crucial chance to support New Yorkers in their time of medical need.

Excluding paid medical leave from the budget has real consequences. It's time for action, not excuses. spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny…

Glad to see John Zaccaro Jr’s bill included in the #NYSbudget . Revoking licenses of stores selling illegal cannabis is a game-changer in tackling the illicit market. Kudos for your dedication to making our communities safer.

😎 Yes, and now we can all collectively breathe a sigh of relief… until next year’s budget battle!

This investment reinforces our pledge to promote fair housing practices and ensure that every person has the right to secure safe and suitable housing without facing discrimination. #NYSBudget

Embracing the power of pink!

Joined Citizens Campaign for the Environment and advocates nationwide in applauding President Biden administration for implementing the first-ever national drinking water standard to safeguard communities from harmful PFAS exposure. #CleanWaterForAll Read more:
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'Every time I speak around the country, when people say, 'we’re trying to figure out how to do it,' I ask them to look at New York as an example. That’s the reason why I feel that New York can be a place where we can figure out how to get this done.' - Catherine Coleman Flowers

The NYS BPHA Legislative Caucus hosted a discussion featuring the esteemed environmental activist Catherine Coleman Flowers, & New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation.

Together, we can create more equitable solutions and amplify voices often marginalized in environmental conversations.

Rallying for our Maternal Health Equity Agenda during #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

We're in a crisis with skyrocketing maternal mortality rates.

Today I joined Samra Brouk Roxanne J. Persaud Lea Webb Michaelle C. Solages Chantel Jackson, LMSW advancing legislation to make motherhood safer.

During #BlackMaternalHealth Week , we're tackling the stark #maternalhealth disparities affecting Black women.

Join us for our #BlackMaternalHealth Press Conference today at 1:30 PM as we unite to address key challenges and ensure #HealthEquity and safer motherhood for all.

The ongoing disparities in maternal health are appalling.

During #BlackMaternalHealthWeek we must commit to sustained action to ensure maternal health equity in New York State.

Today, the U.S. EPA announced new enforceable drinking water standards for 6 PFAS chemicals! This will protect millions of Americans from drinking water contaminated with toxic “forever chemicals”. Thank you to the EPA for adopting standards that will protect public health!