Michael Novakhov - Assembly District 45 |Assembly Member Directory | New York State Assembly

Biography

Michael “Misha” Novakhov was elected to the New York State Assembly on November 8, 2022. The 45th Assembly District includes portions of Sheepshead Bay, Midwood, Manhattan Beach, Gravesend, and Brighton Beach.

Michael is originally from the former USSR and was fortunate to have successfully immigrated to the United States with his family. Michael has worked for 20 years in the radio business, and in 2019, he co-founded Freedom FM, the most listened to Russian-language radio station in the country. His story is the true embodiment of the American Dream and because of this, he holds a unique perspective on many issues facing New Yorkers and Americans.

As an Assemblyman, Michael plans to work to combat rising crime, especially against the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) and Jewish communities, make health care and housing more affordable, and protect the overall quality of life for his constituents and residents across New York State.

Michael is proud to be an integral part of his community in his hometown of Brooklyn and is excited to roll up his sleeves and get to work on their behalf.

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Novakhov Reacts to State Budget

“New Yorkers deserve a budget that makes everyday life easier, but unfortunately, this budget does not address the financial strain families face each day. Although the Albany Majority included penalties for committing crimes while wearing masks and...

Novakhov Calls for More Transparent Budget Process

Assemblyman Michael Novakhov (R,C-Brooklyn) is calling on state leaders to make the budget negotiation process more transparent. As the budget is negotiated behind closed doors and finalized without public input, local schools and law enforcement are...

Novakhov Appointed to Budget Committee During Final Negotiations

Assemblyman Michael Novakhov (R,C-Brooklyn) is announcing he has been named as an alternate to the 2025 Agriculture/Environmental/Housing Budget Committee by Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski). Novakhov is championing this opportunity...

Novakhov Calls for A Forensic Audit of the MTA

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Assemblyman Michael Novakhov (R,C-Brooklyn) joined his Minority colleagues today to call for a full forensic audit of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to uncover any wasteful spending following years of MTA budgets skyrocketing. The MTA...

Victory for New Yorkers

Assemblymember Michael Novakhov (R, C-Brooklyn) today expressed his support for the decision to indefinitely postpone the proposed congestion pricing plan. This outcome marks a significant victory for New Yorkers and the principles of common-sense governance....

Assemblyman Novakhov Leads Successful Effort: Lincoln Center Cancels Pro-Putin Performance

Assemblyman Michael Novakhov (R-Brooklyn) commends the Lincoln Center for its decision to cancel a scheduled performance by the Mariinsky Group, a pro-Putin ensemble led by Valery Gergiev. The group's participation in the 25th Anniversary Gala of the...

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