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District 29

Lynn Schulman

Rego Park, Forest Hills, Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, South Richmond Hill, Ozone Park (North), South Ozone Park

A strong New York City means a stronger New York State and today’s announcement of $1.5 billion in additional state operating support over two years reflects the kind of partnership New Yorkers deserve. We commend Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani for stepping forward with a renewed commitment to collaboration between Albany and City Hall.

Today’s agreement reflects a long-overdue victory for Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas and State Senator Gustavo Rivera whose legislation addresses inequity in Article 6 public health funding.

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I’m deeply troubled that New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) employees launched a so-called ‘working group’ focused on foreign political issues—during work hours and using city resources—while New Yorkers face serious and urgent public health challenges at home.

We are in the midst of a health crisis in this country: health care costs continue to skyrocket, preventable and eradicated diseases are re-emerging, vaccination rates are slipping, and too many families are struggling to access basic care.

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CITY HALL, NEW YORK – At today’s New York City Council Stated Meeting, Council
Member Lynn Schulman reintroduced eight bills, building on the progress she made last session
to improve how city government delivers essential services and responds to the real, everyday
needs of New Yorkers.
Together, these bills focus on strengthening public health infrastructure, supporting working
families, expanding housing accessibility, improving street safety, and ensuring city systems
function with clarity, accountability, and compassion.

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We are outraged by the antisemitic attack that occurred in our district, in which a Rabbi was verbally harassed, physically assaulted, and threatened for being Jewish. This was a targeted act of hate, and it has no place in our community or anywhere in New York City.

No one should ever fear for their safety because of their religion, identity, or beliefs.

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I am honored to be reappointed as Chair of the City Council Health Committee, and want to thank Speaker Menin for her leadership and dedication to public health and equity. We have worked closely together over the years, and this reappointment reflects our shared understanding of both the urgency and complexity of making sure that healthcare is accessible and affordable to all New Yorkers.

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From Council Member Christopher Marte’s Office:

Legislation tackles shelter overcrowding and removes unnecessary barriers in New York City’s already challenging rental market

New York – Today at the New York City Council’s Stated Meeting, Council Members Christopher Marte and Lynn Schulman introduced the “Just Paws Eviction” legislative package, a two-bill effort to eliminate blanket no-pet clauses in both subsidized and unsubsidized rental housing across New York City.

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CITY HALL, NEW YORK – Council Member Lynn Schulman was officially sworn in on December 15, for a new four year term as the New York City Council Member representing District 29, continuing her long-standing commitment to serving the communities of central Queens. During her tenure, Council Member Schulman has established herself as a steadfast advocate for public health, seniors, and working families.

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District Office

118-35 Queens Boulevard, Suite 900
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Phone: 718-544-8800
Fax: 718-544-4452

Legislative Office

250 Broadway Suite 1872
New York, NY 10007
Phone: 212-788-6981

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District29@council.nyc.gov