State
State Senator, 36th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on New York laws and the state budget and confirms the Governor's appointments.
Covers part of Bronx County and part of Westchester County.
Taxes & budget
Grace MarreroConservative
- Proposes property tax relief and home care for seniors.
Jamaal T. BaileyDemocratic
No documented position found.
Public safety
Grace MarreroConservative
No documented position found.
Jamaal T. BaileyDemocratic
- Supported repealing 50-a, which shielded police disciplinary records.In office
Economy & jobs
Grace MarreroConservative
- Supports commercial rent stabilization for small businesses.
Jamaal T. BaileyDemocratic
No documented position found.
Roads & infrastructure
Grace MarreroConservative
- Supports more investment in transit, roads and sidewalks.
Jamaal T. BaileyDemocratic
No documented position found.
Health & human services
Grace MarreroConservative
- Proposes more community mental health clinics and crisis teams.
Jamaal T. BaileyDemocratic
- Voted for the Medical Aid in Dying Act (2025).In office
Government & transparency
Grace MarreroConservative
No documented position found.
Jamaal T. BaileyDemocratic
- Voted for the 2026 redistricting constitutional amendment.In office
- Voted for the Democracy Preservation Act on election spending.In office
Courts & justice
Grace MarreroConservative
No documented position found.
Jamaal T. BaileyDemocratic
- Led 2019 speedy trial, bail and discovery law changes.In office
Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 7 issues covered in this race.