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Assembly Member Al Taylor Urges Preservation of Historic Row Houses at 636-646 West 158th Street: Immediate Action Required from NYC Landmark Preservation Commission

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New York, NY – As the Assembly Member representing this vibrant community, I stand in solidarity with Community Board 12 Manhattan (CB12M) and my district in expressing profound dismay over the imminent demolition threat facing the row houses at 636-646...

Assemblymember Taylor: New Laws Will Help Combat Gun Violence, Keep New Yorkers Safe

“Gun violence is a scourge on our communities that has claimed far too many lives. To fight back, the Assembly Majority has worked to put an end to gun violence with comprehensive, commonsense measures that protect New Yorkers. This new legislation...

Assemblymember Al Taylor, Local Leaders Demand Answers and Accountability for Capital Improvement Repairs Mismanagement at Esplanade Gardens, Inc.

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New York, NY – On Friday October 22nd New York State Assemblymember Al Taylor (AD-71) stood alongside community leaders, local organizations and Esplanade Gardens, Inc. shareholders to speak out against the improper management of capital improvement...

Assemblymember Taylor: As we Continue to Combat COVID-19, We Must Extend Critical Programs, Increase Relief Funding to Help Landlords and Tenants

“Since the pandemic first arrived in our state, the Assembly Majority has worked tirelessly to provide billions in critical aid for renters, landlords and homeowners and pass legislation that protects communities statewide. Due to COVID-19’s continued...

Assemblymember Taylor Delivers Strong Legislative Victories for Manhattan

“It’s been nearly a year and a half since the novel coronavirus first emerged in New York State – a long, arduous period in all of our lives marked by fear, grief, isolation, loss and uncertainty. When the pandemic first hit, the Assembly Majority...

Assemblymember Taylor: Opioid Settlement Fund Bolsters Addiction Prevention and Support Programs

“The ongoing opioid epidemic has devastated New York families with heartbreaking consequences, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only intensified the struggle for individuals with substance use disorders. While we’ve worked to increase support for individuals...

COVID-19 Fast Facts

COVID-19 Fast Facts
There's a lot of information on COVID-19 out there. Know the facts, stay informed, and help our fellow New Yorkers stay healthy and safe.It's on all of us to help reduce the spread of Novel Coronavirus. Stay up to date with the latest news and developments...

Assemblymember Taylor: HEAP Can Help You Stay Warm This Winter

HEAP Can Help You Stay Warm This Winter
New Yorkers are no strangers to the frigid temperatures, lake-effect storms and walloping Nor’easters that define winter here in the Empire State. We aren’t fazed by slush-covered streets and subway entrances. New Yorkers are tough, but the...

Assemblymember Al Taylor: Assembly to Pass Child Victims Act

Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal announced the Assembly’s intent to pass the Child Victims Act today, which Assemblymember Al Taylor spoke in support of on the floor. The legislation (A.2683, Rosenthal) would help...

Assemblymember Al Taylor: The Time to End Gun Violence is Now

Assemblymember Al Taylor (D-Manhattan) helped pass legislation to prevent and reduce gun violence in New York. The legislative package helps keep guns out of the wrong hands, bans bump stocks, and strictly limits guns on school property. The Assembly...
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Cooling Centers in the 71st Assembly District

When it's extremely hot, air conditioning will help keep you safe. If you don't have air conditioning, find a cool place to visit nearby, like a friend’s place, a mall, museum, coffee shop, library, or a cooling center.  There are numerous cooling...

Resources for Renters

NYC Housing Connect is your portal to find and apply for affordable rental and homeownership opportunities across the five boroughs of New York City. Click here to find opportunities.

Job Resources

Assemblymember Al Taylor has provided information and links for constituents who are looking for a job or a career as a civil servant. Those interested in helping improve their state, city and communities will find information located below for NYC DCAS,...

Officers Complaint Form

Banking & Financial Resource Center

Assemblymember Al Taylor has been appointed by Speaker Carl E. Heastie to the New York State Assembly Banking Committee. Check this page regularly for updates for banking and financial information. New York State Department of Financial Information

Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens in NY 71st Assembly District

The table below lists food assistance locations in Upper Manhattan (Harlem, Washington Heights, Inwood) within the 71st Assembly District. Data are drawn from city and nonprofit sources, including the NYC Food Policy Center’s neighborhood resource guides....

Turn Passion into Action

2024 Legislative Recap / Resumen Legislativo 2024 - Winter 2024 / Invierno 2024

Assembly Member Al Taylor Events of 2024 / Eventos del Asambleísta Al Taylor para el 2024

2023 in Review

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