Senator Persaud Is Assigned Chair of Social Services Committee

On Dec. 11, incoming Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced the chairs of committees and subcommittees for the 2019-20 New York State Senate legislative session. Among the 38 senators appointed was Senator Persaud; formerly a Ranking Member of the Social Services Committee, she will now become Chair of the said committee.

"I am honored and excited to chair the Social Services Committee," Senator Persaud said. "Thank you to Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins for giving me the opportunity to guide the future of the welfare of our communities. I look forward to working with my colleagues in securing New Yorkers the benefits and support they need and deserve."

On the Senator's agenda for the upcoming session is legislation she sponsors: Bill S1318-2018, which would provide financial assistance to low-income parents for purchasing diapers. Children aged two and younger require frequent diaper changes, to prevent rashes which could lead to serious health issues for them, which can prove to be a financial burden for low-income families. The bill grants eligible parents of children aged two and younger an allowance every three months to ensure they have a proper supply of diapers for their babies. 

For more information on the remaining committee chairs for the upcoming legislative session, the New York State Democratic Conference shared the full list on Twitter.