Ballotpedia: Michael Gianaris

Michael is originally from Astoria, Queens. He earned his bachelor's degree from Fordham University and his law degree from Harvard University.

As of September 19, 2024, Michael N. Gianaris’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Michael N. Gianaris is a state senator for State Senate District 12. He was first elected in 2010 and has served 7 terms. He previously served 5 terms as an assemblyman in the New York State Assembly District 36 from 2001 to 2011.

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Supports the East River ferry to boost local economy and provide efficient transportation.

- Supports the East River ferry to boost local economy and provide efficient transportation.

Economy

Supports transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy.

Believes ConEd customers are unfairly impacted by skyrocketing electricity bills, which have doubled or tripled in the past month.

Helped close the most polluting power plant in New York City.

As legislator, worked on a bill that required schools and parks to test drinking water for lead.

- Supports transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy.
- Believes ConEd customers are unfairly impacted by skyrocketing electricity bills, which have doubled or tripled in the past month.
- Helped close the most polluting power plant in New York City.
- As legislator, worked on a bill that required schools and parks to test drinking water for lead.

Energy & the Environment

Healthcare

Supports legislation to double the number of voting sites to enhance accessibility.

Supports automatic voter registration, early voting, and mail-in voting to increase voter turnout and government accountability.

Supports the Democracy Preservation Act, which prohibits campaign contributions from foreign-influenced

- Supports legislation to double the number of voting sites to enhance accessibility.
- Supports automatic voter registration, early voting, and mail-in voting to increase voter turnout and government accountability.
- Supports the Democracy Preservation Act, which prohibits campaign contributions from foreign-influenced

Voting & Elections

Opposes federal policies that separate families and discriminate against immigrant communities. Supports reuniting families and has written legislation to prevent discrimination based on immigration status.

Opposes federal policies that separate families and discriminate against immigrant communities and supports reuniting families and has written legislation to prevent discrimination based on immigration status.

Supports creating a more equitable criminal justice system.

Believes "common sense" gun laws are necessary for public safety and supports serious leadership to address gun control.

- Opposes federal policies that separate families and discriminate against immigrant communities and supports reuniting families and has written legislation to prevent discrimination based on immigration status.
- Supports creating a more equitable criminal justice system.
- Supports gun control laws.

Public Safety

Education

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Michael N. Gianaris

Michael currently works as the deputy leader of the New York State Senate. He previously worked as a New York assemblyman.

Michael N. Gianaris currently serves as state senator for New York State Senate District 12. He was first elected in 2010 and has served 7 terms. He previously served 5 terms as an assemblyman in the New York State Assembly District 36 from 2001 to 2011.

Believes the future of the housing program is uncertain due to the brewing fight in Albany over a controversial tax break.

Supports the Senate approving the "Tinder Swindler" bill to combat romantic scams.

Supports affordable housing and tenant's rights.

Supports the Riders Alliance, believing it unites the best transit advocates.

Supports policies that benefit pet owners.

Believes in protecting seniors from eviction or denial.

Supports tackling the climate crisis and opposing "powerful moneyed interests."

Wants to investigate Con Edison over claims of 300% utility bill increases.

Supports accessible public transportation.

Supports the construction of a power plant in New York City.

Supports investigating utility companies for potential misconduct.

As legislator, worked on bill that required schools and parks to test drinking water for lead.

- Supports transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy.
- Believes ConEd customers are unfairly impacted by skyrocketing electricity bills, which have doubled or tripled in the past month.
- Helped close the most polluting power plant in New York City.
- As legislator, worked on bill that required schools and parks to test drinking water for lead.

Supports affordable healthcare coverage for seniors.

Supports access to abortion and would support the Reproductive Health Act, which would codify Roe v. Wade.

Supports testing drinking water for lead and other contaminants.

Supports comprehensive healthcare plans for individuals with specific needs.

Supports the New York Health Act, which would establish a single-payer healthcare system in New York.

Supports the legalization and taxation of marijuana.

Supports mosquito control measures, such as overnight spraying.

Supports new campaign finance laws to preserve democracy.

Supports contribution limits and regulations for political donations, including prohibiting reimbursements and requiring contributors to be US citizens or permanent resident aliens.

Supports protecting voting rights and ensuring fair elections.

As a state senator, wrote the law establishing "nation-leading workplace safety laws during Covid-19" and supported granting small businesses $1 billion in pandemic relief funds.

Supports gun control and plans to participate in the Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate program.

- Opposes federal policies that separate families and discriminate against immigrant communities. Supports reuniting families and has written legislation to prevent discrimination based on immigration status.
- Supports creating a more equitable criminal justice system.
- Supports gun control laws.

Supports strong school leadership and administration.

Supports the endorsement of Senator Gianaris by the Council of School Supervisors and Administrators.

Supports honoring trailblazers in public education, as demonstrated by the naming of a street after Mamie Fay, Queens' first female principal, thanks to the advocacy of the PS 122 community.

As of September 23, 2024, Michael N. Gianaris’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Michael N. Gianaris serves as the Deputy Leader of the New York State Senate, representing the 12th District. He has been involved in various legislative efforts and initiatives during his tenure.

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- State senators are elected for a two-year term with no term limits.  
- Their annual salary is $142,000.  

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As of September 27, 2024, Michael N. Gianaris’s website did not contain information on this issue.