Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with State Senator Roxanne Persaud
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Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with State Senator Roxanne Persaud
"There are three that I want to highlight. S 244: Establishes a fiscal cliff task force to conduct a study on fiscal cliffs in the state's public assistance programs and to make recommendations. S 181: Expands the membership of the interagency task force on trafficking in persons. S00785: Adds medical and health insurance information within the definitions of personal identifying information."
"How are you working to better the lives of your constituents? I advocate for resources that enhance the lives of the constituents. I also introduce legislation based on issues that are affecting my district. I also ask them to be self-advocates by bringing their needs and concerns to my attention. I am always looking for ways to enhance the lives of those whom I represent."
"As 2025 comes to an end, what do you hope to accomplish in the new year? I hope that my community will have less gun violence, less housing insecurity, and less food insecurity. I also plan to allocate more resources to support our students and seniors in achieving their goals and thriving."
Senator Roxanne Persaud represents the 19th Senate District in Brooklyn, including Canarsie, East New York, New Lots, Starrett City, and Howard Beach. She passed three 2025 bills establishing a fiscal cliff task force, expanding the interagency task force on trafficking in persons, and adding medical and health insurance information to definitions of personal identifying information. She advocates for district resources, introduces legislation addressing local issues, encourages constituent self-advocacy, and provides constituency services. She balances Albany legislative duties with district advocacy. She seeks reductions in gun violence, housing insecurity, and food insecurity, and plans increased supports for students and seniors. Community advancement motivated her political career.
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