Genesis Villella, the daughter of slain NYPD Detective Miosotis Familia, faced disappointment as state lawmakers failed to approve legislation allowing her to access her mother's pension. Familia was killed in 2017, leaving Villella, as a single mother, responsible for her siblings. Though the NYC Council supported the bill, the state Assembly expressed concerns over its language and postponed action until next year. Villella expressed her frustration and urgency in accessing the benefits, which she sees as vital for her family's survival and justice for her mother.
This is my real life, and this bill is my livelihood, Villella said. I cannot wait until January. It'll be nine years.
They had some concerns with the language as is, and they said they'll help me next year.
I think it's really sick that it was just Assembly leadership that didn't support it.
My mom being killed was real for me, and it impacted my real life and my brother's and sister's lives.
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