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Member of Assembly, 80th District

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1
Term
2 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A member of the Assembly votes on New York laws and the state budget in the State Assembly.

Covers part of Bronx County.

Public safety

  • Denise SmithConservative

    No documented position found.

  • John Zaccaro Jr.Democratic

    • Sponsored notice to officials on cannabis dispensary applications.In office

Housing

Economy & jobs

Roads & infrastructure

  • Denise SmithConservative

    No documented position found.

  • John Zaccaro Jr.Democratic

    • Sponsored licensing and insurance requirements for e-scooter operators.In office

Health & human services

  • Denise SmithConservative

    • Supports stronger nursing home oversight and audits of funds.
    • Supports foster care reform.
  • John Zaccaro Jr.Democratic

    • Sponsored maternal depression screening after childbirth.In office

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