Press Releases

Brown: Protecting Motorists and Pedestrians from Drivers Impaired by Drugs is a Top Priority

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Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) attended a rally in Albany earlier today to speak out against drugged driving and support the call for legislation that will help keep everyone safe when out on the road. He was joined by assemblymembers on both...

Brown: Hochul’s State of the State Address Lacks Substance and Clarity New Yorkers are Looking for

“Gov. Hochul addressed some important concerns and issues during her State of the State address today: she plans to tackle the opioid and fentanyl crisis head-on, she plans to drastically improve mental health services for individuals and children,...

Brown: Deadly Fentanyl and Opioid Epidemic Requires Our Immediate Attention

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Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) attended a press conference alongside his Assembly colleagues in Albany earlier today to discuss new legislation to combat the fentanyl epidemic and drug crimes ravaging New York state. Specifically, Brown is hopeful...

Brown: Promising Start to Legislative Session

“This legislative session, I will be fighting for safety and support for middle-class families throughout the state. It’s an unfortunate reality we have all been affected by the opioid and fentanyl crisis in some capacity. As we begin the new year,...

Brown: Public School Enrollment is Down and Test Scores Remain Low in Our State, But We Can Find Solutions!

Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) was shocked by an article written by the Times Union that shows New York state’s public school enrollment remained reduced even after the COVID-19 pandemic. Coupling this with data released by the State Education...

Brown To Recognize Seymour’s Boatyard For Registration On The NYS Historic Business Preservation Registry

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Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) will be recognizing Seymour’s Boatyard, a historical local business in Northport he nominated to be included on the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry, for its recent registration. This beloved...

Brown: Rainbow Bridge Explosion Is Very Troubling Right Before Thanksgiving

“The explosion that occurred at the US-Canada Rainbow Bridge border crossing is very troubling, especially prior to this holiday weekend. What’s more disturbing is authorities have stated the vehicle was making its way into the US across the border....

Christmas Comes Early to The Vanderbilt Museum – Brown Helps Secure $500,000 Grant to Stabilize Boathouse

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Assemblyman Keith Brown (R, C-Northport) held a press conference in Suffolk County yesterday to present a $500,000 check to Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium President Jim Kelly to help stabilize the museum’s boathouse, which has slowly been sinking...

Brown: Raise the Age Must Be Modified

Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) supports Albany County District Attorney David Soares in publicly condemning Albany Majority’s Raise the Age law, which has allowed teen criminals like Aalias Gilbert to repeatedly commit violent crimes and escape...

Brown Joins Elected Leaders to Stand in Support of Israel

Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) joined local and state elected leaders earlier this week to stand in solidarity in support of Israel. Brown applauds the efforts of the White House to publicly condemn the attacks and send a carrier group to the...

Brown Holds Press Conference to Announce Publication of A Report On Co-Occurring Disorders to Promote Substance Abuse Services in Honor of Recovery Month

Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) held a press conference today to announce the publication of a report, entitled “Strengthening the System of Care for Co-Occurring Disorders.” The press conference coincided with National Recovery Month. Joining...

Brown Introduces Vaping & Marijuana Diversion Program Bills for Underage Users

Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) has introduced two pieces of legislation this year in an effort to address issues that have emerged as a result of cannabis legalization. The first was bill A.5582A, which would require underage teens caught...

Brown: Suffolk County Libraries Receive State Aid for Construction Projects

Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) is proud to announce the Commack Public Library, the Harborfields Public Library and the Northport Public Library, located in Suffolk County, have been chosen by the New York state Education Department and the New...

Brown Congratulates Seymour’s Boatyard on its Inclusion on Historic Business Preservation Registry

Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) was very proud to receive the news that Seymour’s Boatyard, a historic local business in Northport he nominated to be included on the Historic Business Preservation Registry, will be added to the registry. The...

Brown Attends “Gabby’s Law” Press Conference

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Assemblyman Keith Brown (R,C-Northport) joined his colleagues Assemblyman Ed Flood (R,C-Port Jefferson) and Sen. Anthony Palumbo (R,C-New Suffolk) at a press conference advocating for “Gabby’s Law” to establish a “Teal Alert” for missing adults...

Brown: Melanie’s Law Will Help bring Peace to Chianese Family

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Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) attended a press conference calling for the immediate passage of Melanie’s Law (A.6026/S.6288) alongside Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R,C-East Fishkill), Assemblyman Brian A. Cunningham (D-43rd District),...

Brown: We Need a Compassionate Approach to Combat Humanitarian Crisis New York is Facing

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Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) attended a press conference earlier today alongside Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square), Assemblyman Mike Reilly (R,C-Staten Island), Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) and Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown),...

Brown Sends out 2023 Legislative Survey to Assembly District 12

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Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) has sent out a legislative survey for 2023 that will be arriving in Assembly District 12 mailboxes within the next couple weeks. The survey covers topics including taxes and affordability, education, public...

Brown: State Budget Details Should not be Kept Hidden From Constituents

“The state budget has been delayed long enough—New Yorkers want to know where this enormous budget stands and whether it will deliver financial support for struggling families, businesses and organizations. I am hopeful this budget will be completed...

Brown: This Fifth Extender is a Slap in the Face to New Yorkers

“A fifth budget extender was passed yesterday, and it’s anyone’s guess how many more extenders there will be. It’s unfortunate the budget continues to be put off and I can only imagine how confusing these circumstances must be to New York families...