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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon

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NYS Assemblymember, AD 52 Brooklyn | Disability Civil Rights Lawyer. Educator. Community Activist.

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Mar 25

The writing is on the wall—it's time for NY to divest from Tesla.

Tesla's volatility & plummeting stock poses a risk to NY's pension fund. I sent a letter with 27 Assemblymembers urging NYS Comptroller DiNapol to divest.

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 1d

I am partnering with NYU Langone in Cobble Hill and @agounardes.bsky.social to provide free flu shots to the community on Thurs. October 9th, 2pm – 7pm, 70 Atlantic Ave.

Insurance is not required. Please make an appointment: bit.ly/FluShot2025

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 17d

Statement from Eight Task Force Members of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Task Force Vote Against the EDC Proposal.

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 17d

Shana Tova U'metuka! Wishing all who celebrate a happy, healthy, and sweet new year filled with love, growth, and sweet beginnings.

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 20d

@governor.ny.gov, people are clamoring for affordability. It’s time to drive a stake into the heart of this monster of a pipeline.

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 20d

The PSC’s approval of the NESE pipeline is a betrayal to NYers. They have sided with the fossil fuel industry at the expense of our wallets, health & future. This decision locks us into expensive, polluting pipelines, with the costs passed onto ratepayers.

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NY's utility regulator supports controversial natural gas pipeline rejected in the past

New York State Public Service Commission accepted National Grid's long-term gas plan, which includes a controversial natural gas pipeline.

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 22d

Watch 10 great TED Talks by Hispanic and Latinx speakers: ideas.ted.com/10-great-ted...

Resource guide by grade level created by the National Educator’s Association (NEA): www.nea.org/professional...

10 great TED Talks by Hispanic and Latinx speakers for Hispanic Heritage Month

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! TED partnered with The Mujerista to curate a playlist of their favorite TED Talks by Hispanic and Latinx speakers, covering a diverse range of ideas from identity and…

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 22d

Check out some local events and resources below.

Brooklyn Public Library Events: discover.bklynlibrary.org?event=true&s...

NYC Park Events: www.nycgovparks.org/events/hispa...

Virtual Exhibitions from the National Museum of the American Latino: www.schools.nyc.gov/.../hispanic...

Search Brooklyn Public Library

Find books, events, blogs, podcasts and more content from Brooklyn Public Library

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 22d

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the history, culture, & countless contributions of the Hispanic & Latino communities.

From art & history to education to video resources, there are numerous opportunities to honor & enjoy this rich heritage throughout NYC.

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 23d

It’s National Voter Registration Day! Have you registered yet?

Take 2 minutes today to make sure you’re registered to vote and make your voice heard: vote.nyc/page/registe...

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 23d

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 23d

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 23d

50+ legislators joined @lizkrueger.bsky.social & me in urging @governor.ny.gov to sign our energy affordability bill. Ending NY's 100-foot rule will save customers $200M annually on their utility bills & protect our climate.

Read the full letter here: drive.google.com/file/d/1rHFf...

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 24d

Sip, chat, connect!

Join me for Java with Jo Anne on Monday, September 29th, at 9:30 AM at Squarrel Cafe, 572 Atlantic Ave. We’ll chat about local issues, community updates, and legislative priorities.
RSVP here: bit.ly/SeptJava

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · 28d

24 yrs ago, nearly 3,000 innocent lives were lost. We remember them, along with our first responders & survivors.

The sky that day really was the bluest of blues. I'll always remember that blue sky, the ashes that fell & the resilience & compassion we saw as we came together to grieve & heal.

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Sep 5

I am again partnering with @NYULangoneBK in Cobble Hill and @Sen_Gounardes to provide free flu shots to the community on Thurs. October 9th, 2pm – 7pm, 70 Atlantic Ave.

Insurance is not required. Please make an appointment: bit.ly/FluShot2025

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Sep 4

Nat Grid has requested another rate hike to pass the cost of the new pipe along to customers. Why would the state raise NYers utility bills to enrich utility shareholders? Unbelievable.

Petition to Say No to the Pipeline by Fri 9/5: bit.ly/4mVPEzt
Read more: bit.ly/464iOoZ

NY Gov Hochul and PSC: Stop National Grid’s NESE Pipeline

This letter will be delivered directly to Governor Hochul's Executive Chambers and the Public Service Commission (utility regulators and watchdogs) Office in Albany, NY. *You must be a New York State ...

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Sep 4

Gov. Hochul must stop Trump’s polluting fracked gas pipelines.

The proposed Williams NESE pipeline threatens NY waters & would keep us tied to dirty fossil fuels. To make matters worse, the ratepayer would pay for the pipe through a higher monthly utility bill!

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Sep 2

Thanks to @PoliticsNYNews for spotlighting my key priorities from the past year, including repealing the costly 100-ft rule, advancing the LICH Act for stronger healthcare transparency, and continuing to work on gun safety and affordability.

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Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon

Inside Government is a Q&A series that gives New Yorkers a glimpse inside the role of the elected officials who represent them. This edition of Inside

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Aug 27

You can call us during regular business hours and email us at any time: 718-246-4889, [email protected].

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Aug 27

You can meet with my team TODAY at constituent service walk-in hours at the Pacific Branch Library, from 1-5PM.

If you need help navigating public benefits, connecting with government agencies, or have questions about local issues, please stop by and say hello!

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Aug 26

Share your feedback on @MTA's fare & toll proposals by 9/14.

I testified on keeping public transit affordable, local issues, & @PCACriders's fare proposals & weekly CityTicket initiatives.

View MTA's proposal: mta.info/fares2025
Submit comments: mta.info/2025-fare-hearings

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Aug 26

Apply for NY State’s tuition-free programs by August 31.

Don’t miss your chance to benefit from the Excelsior Scholarship & SUNY Reconnect Scholarship.

www.hesc.ny.gov/find-aid/nys-grants-scholarships

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Aug 21

Texas House Approves Redistricting Maps, Just as Trump Wanted www.nytimes.com/2025/08/20/u...
Another disgraceful dereliction of duty by GOP lapdogs of DJT. Let’s go California!

Texas House Approves Redistricting Maps, Just as Trump Wanted

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Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Jul 31

The situation in Gaza is dire, with widespread hunger endangering the lives of children and families.

I’m proud to stand with Attorney General Letitia James and other colleagues demanding immediate aid and a diplomatic solution in this crisis.

New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · Jul 26

We are a coalition of multiracial, multiethnic, and multifaith elected officials writing today out of urgent moral necessity.

See my joint statement with my colleagues in government here:

Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon @joannesimonbk52.bsky.social · Jul 29

Thank you to @FDNY and all emergency responders for their swift response to a Brooklyn Heights office fire. Wishing a speedy recovery to the two firefighters and one civilian who sustained minor injuries.

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Smoky fire breaks out at Brooklyn Heights office building

A smoky fire broke out on the ninth floor of a high-rise office tower at 185 Montague St. in Brooklyn Heights at roughly 4:49 p.m. on Monday.

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