Last week, Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,C,I-Deerpark) hosted a “My Idea for a Law” poster contest at Sloatsburg Elementary School. Brabenec encouraged second-grade students to think of an everyday problem they believe could be solved with a new state law and create a poster displaying their idea. Proposals from students included outlawing bullying, eliminating homework, and a slew of ideas to make school more fun.

“As a government representative, it’s my job to listen to concerns and take input from my constituents, no matter what their age,” said Brabenec. “These students represent the future of New York, and their opinions are invaluable. This is one of my favorite events because, not only does it provide children with a creative outlet, it provides an important civics lesson about getting involved in government. We heard a lot of great ideas, and I’m excited to work on some of these legislative proposals.”

The participants of the My Idea for a Law contest will have their work displayed in Albany during the 2016 Legislative Session.