Chang Calls for Action Following Tragic Attack in Brooklyn Apr 9, 2025 Assemblyman Lester Chang (R,C-Brooklyn) is calling for immediate action following the horrific attack on four young girls in Bensonhurst on April 6, where a mentally ill man—the children’s own uncle—used a meat cleaver to inflict severe injuries...
Assemblyman Lester Chang Stands with Boro Park Residents Against Unilateral Homeless Shelter Placement Mar 13, 2025 Assemblyman Lester Chang (R,C-Brooklyn) strongly opposes the forced placement of an 80-room homeless shelter in Boro Park without any real community input. He will be standing alongside local residents, families and other lawmakers at an Emergency Community...
Assemblyman Chang Voices Community Concerns Over Proposed Homeless Shelter in Boro Park Feb 25, 2025 Assemblyman Lester Chang (R,C-Brooklyn) addressed the community’s apprehensions regarding a proposed homeless shelter at 5001 10th Ave. and 1016 50th St. in Boro Park. The facility is expected to accommodate 82 families with children, a development...
Statement From The Assembly Minority Members Of The New York State Assembly Education Committee Nov 28, 2023 The recent incidents of violence and antisemitism at Hillcrest High School in Queens demand immediate and steadfast attention. The tepid public statements from NYC Schools Chancellor Banks are simply not enough. New Yorkers deserve swift, significant...
Assemblyman Lester Chang Applauds Lunar New Year Recognition Jun 2, 2023 Assemblyman Lester Chang expresses his satisfaction with the recent recognition of the Lunar New Year and Diwali in the great state of New York. However, he also acknowledges his concern with the current scope for this recognition which is limited to...
Chang: Crime and Education Have not Been Addressed in the One-House Budget Mar 17, 2023 “I was greatly disappointed by the inadequate attention given to bail reform and education choice in the state budget, as these are crucial issues of concern for New Yorkers. It is vitally important that we address these matters, given that all New...