Senator Stavisky Announces Legislative Package to Protect New Yorkers and Combat COVID-19
May 29, 2020
(Flushing, NY) Senator Toby Ann Stavisky today announced the passage of legislation to help support New Yorkers during the current COVID-19 pandemic, and help prepare the state for future emergencies. The bills focus on protecting New Yorkers’ housing rights, providing economic support for struggling workers and businesses, strengthening our healthcare system and maintaining critical services.
“For months now my staff and I have worked tirelessly to help support families, communities and businesses,” Senator Stavisky said. “We’ve seen firsthand the hardship and pain this crisis has caused. People have fallen ill, lost loved ones and have been thrust into financial despair. The bills in this package will help struggling New Yorkers get back on their feet while we continue to flatten the curve and combat COVID-19.”