In the aftermath of the warm glow of the holidays, unfortunately for so many on Long Island, the very real issue of food insecurity remains. With this in mind, Assemblymember Lavine visited the Long Island Cares satellite location in Bethpage to announce a $30,000 grant he secured to support its food distribution efforts.
(l-r) Ciara O’Brien, Long Island Cares Government Relations and Advocacy Manager; Michael Haynes, Long Island Cares Vice-President for Government Relations, Advocacy and Social Policy

Haynes led Lavine on a tour of the facility and the two had a good discussion about what can be done to help families in need.

Amidst an ever-increasing presence of immigration enforcement officials (ICE) on Long Island, Assemblymember Lavine leads a meeting on actions that can be taken to help immigrants in the community.

More than 150 people packed First Baptist Church in Glen Cove for the spirited gathering, which included presentations by civil rights activists and members of Long Island’s Rapid Response Network.
(l-r) Evan Freed, Port Washington Rapid Response Network, Roger Friedman, Community Activist, Sonia Arora, Port Washington Rapid Response Network, Susan Gottehrer, Director, Nassau County New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU), Assemblymember Lavine

The recent government shutdown drew a lot of attention to the issue of food insecurity on Long Island. It was fitting that as part of the City of Glen Cove’s Martin Luther King Day tribute, NOSH Delivers! food pantry, along with AHRC Nassau, sponsored a food drive to help those in need.

Assemblymember Lavine makes a friend at the MLK Day ceremony at Robert Finley Middle School in Glen Cove.

Glen Cove High School students participating in the Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PRHYLI) program welcome Assemblymember Lavine.
(l-r) Assemblymember Lavine, Diana Rodriguez, Yossiri Espinoza, Stephany Platas, Teacher Domifer Francisco Rodriguez, Superintendent Dr. Alexa Doeschner, and GCHS Principal Allen Hudson III

The student delegates led a thoughtful and engaging interview, asking insightful questions regarding pending legislation in the Assembly including a bill which would provide protections from immigration enforcement in schools.

Assemblymember Lavine meets with reporters just before Governor Kathy Hochul's State of the State address at the State Capitol in Albany.

Assemblymember Lavine thanks members of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) and his colleagues in government who joined him at his district office in Glen Cove for a very productive meeting. Among other things, the group discussed affordable housing and what we can do to enable hard-working residents of the New York Metropolitan area achieve the dream of owning their own home.

Assemblymember Lavine is thankful to be back in Albany for the start of the legislative session. Lavine noted that he looks forward to serving as Chair of the Judiciary Committee and working with Speaker Carl Heastie and the Assembly Majority to help make the everyday lives of New York’s hardworking families easier.

Assemblymember Lavine’s 2025 Holiday Toy Drive brings smiles to hundreds of local children once again! Westbury Neighborhood Association Inc. was one of several area organizations which received toys collected by Lavine’s office this year.

Lavine brought toys and much joy to volunteers at First Baptist Cathedral of Westbury who were as busy as the elves at the North Pole preparing for a giveaway of their own…

Other donation recipients included, Glen Cove High School’s Athletes Helping Athletes program, La Fuerza Unida, Inc, and Charles Evans Center (pictured here). Lavine noted that despite very tough economic times, the outpouring of generosity from the community was truly staggering.

Assemblymember Lavine joins Glen Cove City Councilwoman Marsha Silverman at the Glen Cove Senior Center Christmas Luncheon.

A festive time for Assemblymember Lavine at the Glen Cove Senior Center’s Hanukkah Party!

Lavine thanked Executive Director Christine Rice…

…and fun-loving Activities Director Eric Shuman for providing the city’s beloved seniors with so many wonderful programs and activities throughout the year.

Assemblymember Lavine always has fun when he stops by the Hicksville Boys & Girls Club. Here announcing two grants he secured to fund the organization.

Lavine also spent time with Executive Director Tom Bruno to discuss the many wonderful programs this great organization provides to keep kids in the community active and engaged.

Assemblymember Lavine expresses his gratitude once again to all the faith leaders and so many in the community who turned out for his second vigil to help draw attention to the plight of our immigrant neighbors impacted by the dehumanizing policies of the Trump Administration.

The Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District hosts a very informative legislative breakfast. Assemblymember Lavine is proud to attend and express his appreciation to Superintendent Dr. Mary O’Meara and all members of the Board of Education for their commitment to providing the best possible educational environment and pathway to success for all students in this wonderful district.

Assemblymember Lavine and wife Ronnie (center) are privileged to attend a screening of Zurawski v. Texas, which chronicles the traumatic personal stories of women victimized by abortion bans and their struggle for justice.

After the film Lavine was honored to join (l-r) Dr. Eve Krief and Jennifer Eramo, the Director of Individual Giving for Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, in a panel discussion focusing on the Trump Administration’s unceasing attacks on abortion rights.

Assemblymember Lavine is proud to have secured a grant to fund a significant renovation to replace a decades-old kitchen and bathroom at the historic Bryant Library in Roslyn. Lavine had a chance to check out the shiny new kitchenette and ADA-compliant bathroom, noting how great it all turned out.

Assemblymember Lavine is honored to be part of the annual American Pakistani Public Affairs Committee (APPAC) Gala at the Long Island Marriott in Uniondale.

Assemblymember Lavine returns to Hofstra University for an appearance on WRHU 88.7 FM’s Long Island Community Spotlight. Lavine thanked host Barbara ‘Basia’ Szydlowski and producer Rick Hubert for having him on and asking such thoughtful questions about the state of politics and many other important issues.

Assemblymember Lavine congratulates Hofstra University President Susan Poser on her extension. Lavine noted how great it was to see her and spend time with students and administrators at the annual legislative breakfast, adding that he looks forward to continuing to work closely with Dr. Poser in the coming years.

Assemblymember Lavine is honored to present a citation to the honorees at the Westbury Arts Annual Fall Gala. Lavine noted how proud he is of what this organization does to bring vibrant arts and cultural programs that connect, educate, and inspire the diverse and growing community of Westbury. He is seen here with one of the night's honorees, Davis Orellana, President of the Westbury Hispanic United Association and his family.

On a chilly night in Glen Cove, Assemblymember Lavine’s heart is warmed by the incredible turnout at a vigil putting the spotlight on Trump Administration policies resulting in the mistreatment of immigrants by ICE.

Lavine thanked the 200 or so who braved the elements to proudly hold signs and sing songs, the many faith leaders who inspired attendees with their words and the incredible Roger Friedman who did the same with his voice and soulful guitar playing.

Lavine is joined by Angel Reyes Rivas, one of the featured speakers at the event, and a tirelessly advocate for the immigrant community.

At the Veterans Day ceremony in Glen Cove, Assemblymember Lavine is honored to present a citation to U.S. Navy Vietnam Veteran David Christie.

Lavine was joined by Congressman Tom Suozzi and other dignitaries at the event which paid tribute to all the brave men and women who courageously protected our freedom and democracy.

Assemblymember Lavine stops by the Westbury Senior Center where Executive Director Andrea Padinha (second from left) makes sure the fun never stops.