"Cathy Nolan was a true champion and a trailblazer in every sense of those words. Elected to the state Assembly at just 26 years old, she inspired a generation of young people in western Queens to get involved in their community, but she wasn't satisfied with just holding office or accumulating political power. Instead, she dedicated every day of her nearly 38-year Assembly career to improving our education system and investing in the future of countless children."
"She was a dedicated public servant and a trailblazer. She was the first woman to chair the Labor Committee and was a leading force in raising the minimum wage and strengthening workers' protections. She served as chair of the Education Committee, fighting for Universal Pre-K, reducing class sizes and improving graduation rates."
Catherine Nolan, elected to the New York State Assembly at age 26 in 1985, represented Assembly District 37 in Western Queens for nearly 38 years until her retirement in 2022. She was a trailblazer who served as the first woman to chair the Labor Committee and later chaired the Education Committee. Throughout her career, Nolan focused on improving education through Universal Pre-K initiatives, reducing class sizes, and improving graduation rates. She also championed workers' rights and minimum wage increases. Her district encompassed Sunnyside, Astoria, Woodside, Long Island City, Maspeth, and Ridgewood. Nolan announced her retirement after being diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma, a rare asbestos-related cancer. She died Wednesday at age 67 following a prolonged battle with the disease.
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