Far Rockaway, NY – “I am stunned that the Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services for New York State Department of Health, Dr. Richard Becker, would consider reducing St. John’s Episcopal Hospital’s capacity from 257 beds to 15 and take...

South Queens, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) announced that she has reintroduced her Data Dividend bill, A.946. The bill will require tech companies who profit off consumers’ data to contribute a portion of their income into...

Rockaway, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Rockaway) announced on Wednesday that she strongly opposes the MTA’s toll increase of 7% for all New York City bridges and tunnels. The toll for the Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge (CBB) will...

I want to discuss a very serious but important topic in recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. According to the CDC, nearly 1 in 11 female high school students and 1 in 15 male high school students reported experiencing physical dating violence...

As the wife of a small business owner in Queens, I’ve seen firsthand how this pandemic has affected businesses like my husband’s throughout the borough. But hard-working local business owners like him and his brother keep doing it because they love...

South Queens, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) announced that she is seeking nominations for the 2021 Women of Distinction Awards to recognize and honor local women who are making a difference in the community and the lives...

South Queens, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) introduced a bill earlier this month that would provide support for individuals with disabilities when they are hospitalized. A.4685 would ensure that individuals with disabilities...

Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Rockaway Beach), and the Rockaway Leaders Alliance (RLA) announced the winners of the 2020 She Should Run Essay contest launched at the end of 2020. The contest, inspired by the 2020 She Should Run Barbie Doll set...

Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) announced that she will be hosting a Homeowners and Renters Benefit Session with the NYC Department of Finance (DOF). The virtual event will address DOF benefit program options for home, condo, and co-op...

Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) announced her appointment to the New York State Assembly Standing Committee on Science and Technology. The committee will address the scientific and technological challenges that will help determine...

Rockaway, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Rockaway Park) recently wrote a letter to the New York City Department of Education (DOE) Chancellor requesting the DOEto reconsider its recently unveiled changes to middle school admissions that...

South Queens, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) announced that she will be hosting a forum on Thursday, February 18 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm on the topic of teen dating violence. “The State of Affairs with Stacey” panel will...

Rockaway, NY – Today, Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) announced that she will host two free naloxone Webex trainings on Tuesday, January 26th from 9:00am to 11:00am, and Wednesday, February 3rd from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, in partnership...

South Queens, NY – Before the New Year, Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) voted for the Emergency Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2020. “As the pandemic continues to disrupt our daily lives, causing unprecedented job...

South Queens, NY – On Tuesday, Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) sent a letter urging the NYC Department of Education (DOE) to change their policy regarding randomly testing students for COVID-19, in response to numerous concerns from...

Rockaway, NY – This week, Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Rockaway) was appointed as the Assistant Majority Whip to the New York State Assembly Majority Conference by Assembly Speaker Carl. E. Heastie (D-Bronx). The appointment puts Pheffer Amato...

Rockaway, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Rockaway) announced her support of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority accessibility project. 17 new elevators will be built at eight stations across New York City, including two new elevators...

I know you have heard this sentiment countless times throughout 2020, but this has been an incredibly challenging year – like no other in our lifetimes. Like you, I have been frustrated, sad, and disappointed by so many things this year. Sad about all...

South Queens, NY –Last Thursday, Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens), urged the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board (MTA) to NOT eliminate resident toll discount programs in upcoming potential budget cuts, and called out the...