Press Releases

Mikulin on Assembly Majority’s One-House Budget

 “Although I support the funding for our schools and libraries, as well as the tax relief provided, I cannot support the budget proposal put forth by the Assembly Majority. Not only does it increase spending to an unsustainable level by nearly 14 percent,...

Want a Parking Spot on Your Block? Mikulin Defends Local Zoning Control

 “Gov. Hochul’s proposed Accessory Dwelling Units law not only further strips local control from municipalities, but it erodes the quality of life for everyone, particularly those of us living in the suburbs. By essentially allowing anyone to create...

Mikulin to Host Blood Drive to Address Urgent Need

Assemblyman John Mikulin (R, C, - Bethpage) is joining Long Island Blood Services to host a community blood drive on January 27 to address the severe shortage blood banks across the state are experiencing. He encourages everyone who is able to donate...

Mikulin Says Public Safety Should be Priority

“This week, I was proud to attend a press conference with my colleagues in Albany addressing the need to repeal bail reform in the State of New York.The danger that cashless bail presents to every New Yorker is clear, and there are no words to describe...

Mikulin on Hochul’s State of the State

“Gov. Hochul’s State of the State address was a refreshing return back to the business of governance. While I support term limits for statewide elected officials, there are still so many unanswered questions in the governor’s plan. For example,...

Mikulin Completes ‘Meet Mikulin’ Listening Tour

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Assemblyman John Mikulin (R, C, I-Bethpage) completed his annual “Meet Mikulin” constituent outreach event series. These events are an informal opportunity for constituents to meet with the assemblyman. They can also hear about state issues, news...

Mikulin Supports New York State’s Healthcare Heroes

Assemblyman John Mikulin (R, C, I-Bethpage) is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul and state Department of Health Commissioner Howard Zucker to amend directives that require all healthcare workers to get vaccinated for COVID-19 by Sept. 27 or face layoffs. Mikulin...

Mikulin on Cuomo’s Resignation

After a year of uncertainty with nursing home deaths, a scandalous book deal, concerns over the safety of the Mario Cuomo Bridge, and mounting sexual harassment allegations, Gov. Cuomo has finally put the best interest of the people first and offered...

Mikulin Gives Oath of Office to New Levittown Library Board Trustee

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Assemblyman John Mikulin (R, C, I-Bethpage) helped welcome new board member Greg Kelty to the Levittown Public Library Board of Trustees at their recent meeting on July 22, 2021. The assemblyman gave Kelty the oath of office, as Kelty was sworn in as...

Mikulin on NYS Reaching 70 Percent Vaccination Rate

“It is wonderful that 70 percent of New Yorkers have chosen to get vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, and I believe this benchmark is yet another reminder of the hard work and unwavering dedication of our frontline workers, emergency personnel and...

Mikulin: End State of Emergency

Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C,I-Bethpage) is calling for the end of Executive Order 202, issued on March 7, 2020, placing the state under a state of emergency. Pointing to the drastically reduced rate of infection across the state, including in Nassau...

Mikulin Launches Boater Safety Course to Save Lives

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Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C,I-Bethpage) united with Gina Lieneck, the mother of an 11-year-old girl who was killed in a boating accident in 2005, and state Assembly members from across Long Island to spread awareness for the importance of Brianna’s...

Mikulin: State Legislature Should Act to Protect LI Water Customers

“For too long people in Nassau County have been paying exorbitant charges to have the basic necessity of water at their home or business. This study confirms what we already knew, and that’s why I support municipalization of the water company. Toward...

Mikulin: Assembly Majority Extending Cuomo’s Contract

The bill coming up for a vote in the state Legislature today is smoke and mirrors. Despite the headline the majority conferences put on it, the text of the bill expands and extends the governor’s extraordinary emergency powers indefinitely. This is...

Mikulin’s First 2021 Blood Drive Helps to Save 351 Lives Community Comes Out During Pandemic for Best Ever Blood Drive

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Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C,I-Bethpage) recently partnered with the Levittown Fire Department and Long Island Blood Services to host the first in a series of annual blood drives this year. The drive offered free COVID-19 antibody testing for all donations...

Mikulin: Nursing Home Investigation Must Commence Before True Reform Can Happen

Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C,I-Bethpage) today renewed calls for an independent investigation into the nursing home deaths of more than 15,000 New Yorkers as the state Assembly moved on a 10-bill package aimed at improving conditions for nursing home...

Mikulin: Session Cancelled but NYers Need Action

The news that session was abruptly canceled today reinforces the message New Yorkers have been hearing loud and clear for weeks from lawmakers: they would rather not work and continue to empower this governor than to stand up to him. It is shocking,...

Mikulin Joins Call to Rescind Governor’s Emergency Powers

Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C,I-Bethpage) joined colleagues from the state Senate and Assembly Minority Conferences in calling on their Majority colleagues to bring a vote to end the governor’s emergency powers at a press conference in Albany this week....

Mikulin: Public Hearings Next Week on LI Water & Utilities, Seeking Public Input for Upcoming Report

Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C,I-Bethpage) is encouraging the public to participate in upcoming virtual public hearings regarding the potential public takeover of private utility companies on Long Island following concerns over service, rates and safety....

Mikulin Calls on Committees to Subpoena Zucker - Letter