State Rep. Keith P. Brown
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Recent News About State Rep. Keith P. Brown
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Assembly Minority calls for CDPAP changes delay
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown attended a press conference in Albany to support delaying changes to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) until July 1, 2025.
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Assemblyman Brown calls for action against drugged-driving at Albany rally
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown addressed a rally in Albany on March 11, 2025, advocating for measures to combat drugged-driving and support legislation aimed at enhancing road safety.
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Brown calls for oversight of MTA amid financial mismanagement concerns
Assemblyman Keith Brown, representing Northport, joined a press conference in Albany on March 3, 2025.
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Keith Patrick Brown announced as grand marshal for annual Huntington parade
Assemblyman Keith Patrick Brown is inviting residents of Huntington and nearby communities to attend the 91st Annual Huntington St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 9, 2025, at 2 p.m. This parade is Long Island’s oldest and largest, organized by the...
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Assemblyman Brown supports new traffic safety memorial law initiative
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown attended a press conference in Albany to promote Assembly Bill A.3938, known as the 'Alexander John Smullen Traffic Safety Memorial Law.'
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Transitioning to zero-emission buses poses challenges for New York schools
School districts across New York face significant challenges in transitioning to zero-emission school buses, according to recent statements by Brown.
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Assemblyman Brown calls for investigation into early intervention hub issues
Assemblyman Keith Brown, along with Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio and other members of the Assembly Minority Conference, held a press conference in Albany to address issues with New York State's Early Intervention Hub (EI-Hub).
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Hochul's $252 billion budget faces scrutiny over fiscal responsibility
New York Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed budget for 2026 has drawn mixed reactions.
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Critics challenge governor Hochul’s State of the State address
Governor Kathy Hochul's recent State of the State address has drawn criticism from some quarters, with claims that her proposed solutions are insufficient and inconsistent.
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Assemblymember Brown outlines priorities for New York's legislative session
The legislative session has commenced, and Assemblymember Brown expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent Long Islanders in the 12th Assembly District.
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Assemblyman Brown urges action on hostage crisis involving U.S.-Israeli captives
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown, representing Northport, has expressed his support for the Jewish community in New York and across the United States, as well as for the State of Israel.
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Keith P. Brown named grand marshal for Huntington's St Patrick's Day Parade
New York State Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) has been selected as the 2025 Grand Marshal of the Huntington St. Patrick’s Day Parade by the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 4 John F. Kennedy. The decision was made at a recent meeting in Huntington.
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Bill establishing LIPA reserve fund passes both houses
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) and Senator Mario R. Mattera (R,C) have announced that Assembly/Senate Bill A.6310-A/S.7105, which they jointly sponsored, has passed in both houses. This bill establishes a power plant tax assessment challenge reserve fund to prevent increases in the Northport-East Northport Union Free School District’s real property tax levy or tax rate. The need for this reserve fund arose from revenue decreases over the years for the school district.
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Assemblymember K. Brown outlines legislative efforts for safer, smarter New York
Throughout the Legislative Session this year, Assemblymember K. Brown emphasized efforts to enhance safety, education, and environmental standards in New York State. "I worked tirelessly to help make New York State safer, smarter and cleaner for all Long Islanders and New Yorkers," Brown stated.
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Assemblyman calls for stronger oversight after parole board releases cop killers
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) joined Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt (R,C-North Tonawanda), other members of the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences, and law enforcement representatives to advocate for stronger oversight of the state parole board. Since 2017, the parole board has released 41 individuals convicted of killing police officers. Another such individual, Mitchell Martin, who killed NYPD Officer James Whittington in 1982 and was sentenced to life imprisonment, is scheduled for a parole hearing on...
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Brown supports rural equity initiatives for New York residents
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) attended a press conference in Albany led by Assembly Minority Conference members and community representatives to discuss rural equity in New York state and renew calls for its improvement. Brown expressed pride in cosponsoring several proposals aimed at enhancing rural equity across the state.
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Asharoken officials discuss urgent need for seawall replacement
On May 15, 2024, a meeting was held at the Asharoken Village Hall to discuss the current condition of the Asharoken Seawall and strategies for its improvement. The gathering included Sen. Mario R. Mattera (R,C-Smithtown), Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport), Asharoken Mayor Dr. Gregory Letica, and other elected officials from federal, state, county, town, and village governments. Stakeholders from the Asharoken and Eaton’s Neck communities also participated.
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Assemblyman Brown advocates for wider availability of opioid reversal agents
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) joined a bipartisan press conference yesterday, led by Assemblyman Phil Steck (D-Colonie) and Sen. Peter Harckham (D,WF). The event was also attended by other Senate and Assembly Members, including Sen. Jake Ashby (R), Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake), Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford), and Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny (R,C-Coney Island), along with law enforcement officials. The purpose of the conference was to advocate for bill A.8075-C/S.8991, which seeks to make a wider variety of fentanyl/opioid reversal agents...
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Brown: New York State’s Donate Life Program Saves Lives
On April 18, 2024, Assemblyman Brown highlighted the importance of New York State's Donate Life Program in saving lives through organ and tissue donation. Brown commended the collaboration between the Assembly Minority and Majority Conferences in expanding the program to reach more communities statewide.Brown emphasized the urgency of the situation by stating, "There are 7,962 patients from New York state currently on the national organ transplant waitlist, and the list is still growing." He urged the public to register for organ and tissue donation to prevent more...
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Assemblyman Keith P. Brown Speaks at 3rd Annual Co-Occurring Disorders Conference
Assemblyman Keith P. Brown (R,C-Northport) recently participated in the 3rd Annual Strengthening the System of Care for Co-Occurring Disorders Long Island Conference, held on April 11, 2024. The event brought together lawmakers and experts in mental health and substance use disorders to raise awareness of co-occurring disorders.Brown expressed his enthusiasm about the Conference, stating, "I was amazed at the turnout at this year’s Conference." He further highlighted the importance of the event in promoting integration of co-occurring services and advancing co-occurring...