I am committed to providing the brightest possible future for our children. That's why I've worked to ensure they have access to the quality education and healthcare they deserve. I've secured record funding increases for local schools http://www.assembly.state.ny.us/mem/?ad=006&sh=story&story=27471 and sponsor a summer reading challenge each year to encourage children and parents to read together http://www.assembly.state.ny.us/mem/?ad=006&sh=story&story=30485.

I've also successfully expanded Child Health Plus, our state's health insurance program for kids, http://www.assembly.state.ny.us/mem/?ad=006&sh=story&story=26694 and will continue to fight for quality health insurance for ALL New Yorkers.