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New York Assembly District 60

The New York State Assembly is the lower chamber of the New York State Legislature. Alongside the New York State Senate, it forms the legislative branch of the New York state government and works alongside the governor of New York to create laws and establish a state budget. Legislative authority and responsibilities of the New York State Assembly include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.The New York State Assembly meets in the state capitol building in Albany, New York.Assembly District 60 includes Kings county.

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    Nikki Lucas
    (Dem)

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    Norman Ramsay
    (Rep, Cons)

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What would be your top three priorities if elected?

What do you think would be the most beneficial policies to address climate change and the damage caused by climate change in NYS?

What policies will you pursue to promote social and racial justice in our state?

What actions, if any, would you propose New York State take after the recent Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais?

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Protect Homes and Seniors — Fight deed theft, displacement, predatory practices, and threats pushing longtime residents out of their homes. Create Real Opportunity — Connect youth and working families with jobs, technology, entrepreneurship, and financial-growth opportunities. Make Government Answer — Bring constituent services closer to residents and hold public agencies accountable for responding to community needs.
Clean, affordable energy and resilient buildings Expand solar, battery storage, heat pumps, energy-efficiency upgrades, and weatherization—prioritizing NYCHA, senior housing, schools, and low-income homes. Residents should receive assistance without being priced out. Climate-resilient neighborhoods and infrastructure Fund flood protection, upgraded drainage, tree planting, cooling centers, backup power, green roofs, and resilient public housing. Every project should prioritize neighborhoods facing the greatest environmental risks. Cleaner transportation and better public transit Invest in reliable buses and trains, electric buses, charging stations, safer sidewalks, and protected bike routes while helping working families and small businesses transition affordably. Green jobs and workforce training Create paid training and local hiring for solar installation, building retrofits, tree care, environmental cleanup, and emergency preparedness. Environmental justice and accountability Requi
I will pursue policies that make New York fairer, safer, and more accountable for every resident, including:

Protecting equal access to housing, education, health care, jobs, and public services, regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, language, or immigration status. Combating discrimination and housing displacement, including deed theft, predatory practices, tenant harassment, and unequal treatment. Strengthening police and government accountability while investing in violence prevention, youth opportunity, and community-based services. Expanding economic opportunity through workforce training, small-business support, technology access, and local hiring. Improving language access and civic participation so residents can understand their rights and meaningfully engage with government. Supporting immigrants and families affected by Temporary Protected Status (TPS) changes by organizing “Know Your Rights” talk sessions and community events in partnership with qualified immigration a
If elected, I would support:

Defending minority voting power through careful legal review of district maps under the Voting Rights Act, the Fourteenth Amendment, and the New York State Constitution. Strengthening independent redistricting with transparent data, public hearings, accessible mapping tools, and clear explanations of every major boundary decision. Prohibiting racial discrimination and vote dilution while requiring mapmakers to consider communities of interest, compactness, continuity, and fair representation. Creating a state voting-rights enforcement and assistance office to help residents report barriers, understand redistricting proposals, and obtain referrals for legal support. Expanding language access and civic education, especially in communities where language, disability, or limited transportation makes participation difficult. Publishing an impartial impact report before any major redistricting plan is adopted, showing how proposed maps affect Black, Latino, Asia