Senators Kaminsky and Martinez Appointed to Senate Leadership

(Albany, New York) — Senators Todd Kaminsky and Monica Martinez were appointed to the leadership committee of the NYS Senate Majority Conference today by Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, demonstrating the majority’s strong commitment to Long Island.

Kaminsky, who represents communities in Nassau County, will serve as the conference’s Liaison to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Office. Martinez, who represents communities in Suffolk County,  was named the Assistant Majority Leader on Intergovernmental Affairs.

“It will be a privilege to assist and advise Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, and the rest of the majority conference, as we craft a progressive agenda for New York State, that also focuses on delivering for our suburbs,” said Senator Todd Kaminsky.

“I am humbled by the opportunity to serve as Assistant Majority Leader on Intergovernmental Affairs alongside Majority Leader, Andrea Stewart-Cousins. I thank the Majority Leader for her guidance and I look forward to fulfilling the duties of this additional role with dedication and pride as I represent the good people of Long Island,” said Senator Monica R. Martinez.

“The appointments of Senator Kaminsky and Senator Martinez to the State Senate’s leadership team confirms that Long Island will have real influence on key decisions that benefit all of our residents in Nassau and Suffolk,” said Nassau County Executive Laura Curran. “I look forward to working with them on crucial initiatives that will help our families, protect our environment and build for our future.”

“These Senate appointments demonstrate the importance of having suburban representation in Albany,” said Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. “I congratulate Senators Kaminsky and Martinez for their notable leadership positions and they will be a strong voice that will advocate on behalf of Long Island.”

“I applaud Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins for recognizing the importance of our Long Island Senate delegation and promoting Senators Todd Kaminsky and Monica Martinez to these new positions,” said Kevin Law, President & CEO of the Long Island Association.

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