Assemblymember Rebecca Seawright has been appointed as the chair of the Aging Committee, highlighting her role as a strong advocate for New York's nearly five million seniors. This position involves overseeing legislation that affects seniors' quality of life and managing the budget for the New York State Office for the Aging. Seawright, representing the Upper East Side, is the first woman to hold her district's seat and has expressed a strong commitment to supporting older residents who significantly contribute to their communities.
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie appointed Seawright last month as the head of the committee that oversees legislation impacting the quality of life and independence of seniors.
Seawright emphasized her commitment to the state's aging population. New York has the fourth-largest population nationally of individuals over 60; these older New Yorkers enrich their communities culturally, economically, and socially.
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