Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick), left, welcomes Tom McKevitt to the Assembly floor. Assemblyman McKevitt (R,C,I-East Meadow) was elected in a special election held last week to represent the 17th Assembly District.

“I want to welcome Tom to the Assembly, and know that he will work hard for the 17th Assembly District, Nassau County and all New Yorkers,” noted McDonough.