Sanders Chosen as Ranking Dem on Banks Committee

State Senator James Sanders Jr. (D-Rochdale Village, Far Rockaway) today announced that he has been selected by Senate Democratic Leader Andrea-Stewart Cousins and the Democratic Conference to be the Ranking Democrat on the Senate Committee on Banks.  
 
“I will use my position to ensure that banks are held accountable while protecting homeowners,” Sanders said. “New York is the financial capital of the world and we need to support smart legislation that prevents misfortune caused by greed and speculation. I look forward to working with my counterparts in the majority to find common ground that betters the lives of all New Yorkers.   
 
Senator Sanders has been a member of the Senate Committee on Banks for two years.
 
Senate Democratic Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said: “I am glad that Senator Sanders will serve as the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banks and the Committee on Civil Service and Pensions. These committee assignments will help ensure Senator Sanders continues to be a strong voice for the people of New York. The Senate Committee on Banks is crucial in ensuring the financial stability and strength of our state's economy and I know Senator Sanders will do an exemplary job as the Ranking Democratic member.”