Albany, NY – Assemblymember Rebecca Seawright, the lead sponsor of a landmark equal rights amendment to enshrine reproductive rights into the New York State Constitution, hailed its historic passage today in the state Legislature. “When we began...

Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright, outraged by the Supreme Court's decision to strike down every woman's fundamental reproductive right to an abortion, is gathering local Upper East Side, Yorkville and Roosevelt Island residents for a rally in Carl Schurz...

"I am outraged by the Supreme Court's decision today to strike down every woman's fundamental reproductive right to an abortion. Let's be clear: Abortion is health care. Today's erroneous and misguided Supreme Court ruling will not stop women from having...

Highly specialized cancer care, including access to cutting-edge diagnostics, therapeutics, and clinical trials, will now be available to medically underserved communities starting in January 2023, Assembly member Rebecca Seawright announced today. Seawright,...

The New York State Legislature this week approved Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright's legislation giving residents a majority vote on the governing board of the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation. The measure is part of a series of reforms to bring...

On this episode of #RiseUpWithRebeccaSeawright, New York State Assemblymember Rebecca Seawright is joined by NYPIRG's Blair Horner to discuss #climatechange and the #environment. Watch Rise Up With Rebecca Seawright February 22nd 8pm and February 27th...

The New York State Assembly approved Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright's legislation that will allow residents to have a majority vote on the governing board of the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation. The measure is part of a series of reforms to...

“Our deeply saddened hearts and profound prayers are with the families, friends, and fellow officers of Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora. Officer Rivera was murdered yesterday while responding to a domestic situation. Officer Mora is in critical condition,...

"Today we mark the 49th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the United States Supreme Court's landmark decision, and the law of the land recognizing freedom of choice. It is the fundamental right of women to have control of their bodies and to continue or abort...

Today I join with all of our community greatly relieved that the hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas was resolved. Our hearts and prayers were with the victims and their families and the law enforcement personnel that worked...

The nation has truly lost one of its most iconic sheroes through the passing of Sarah Weddington, Esq. earlier today in Austin, Texas. I was blessed to serve first as an intern in Washington D. C. with Sarah; then as her assistant; and finally as the...

The numerous voices of Students, faculty, civic leaders and elected officials have been heard. The women of New York have been heard. The SUNY Board should name an interim Chancellor and launch a national search where all highly qualified candidates –...

The New York State Assembly last night approved the extension of the eviction moratorium, suspension of mortgage and tax foreclosures and small-business commercial eviction moratorium to Jan. 15, 2022, providing people more time to apply and benefit...

Students and parents at Wagner Middle School have something to cheer about at the start of a new academic year. After months of uncertainty, intensive honors math courses will be offered again following demands by activist parents and strong support from...

Let us all welcome our new Governor, Kathy Hochul! New York State now has an experienced and compassionate leader who will partner with the Legislature and municipalities across the State so that together we can press forward with creative solutions...

As I stated last week following Governor Cuomo’s announcement of his intention to resign, there must be a comprehensive and publicly available report prepared by the Assembly Judiciary Committee detailing its findings, recommendations as well as referrals...

The Attorney General's independent report substantiates and corroborates earlier charges of serial sexual misconduct and federal and state law violations. As the chair of the Assembly Majority Task Force on Women's Issues, I commend these brave women...