Assembly Member Rebecca A. Seawright
@seawrightforny.bsky.social
Chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging
NYS 76th District (Upper East Side, Yorkville, Roosevelt Island)
nyassembly.gov/mem/Rebecca-A-Seawright
NYS 76th District (Upper East Side, Yorkville, Roosevelt Island)
nyassembly.gov/mem/Rebecca-A-Seawright
To help ease the financial crunch caused by the rising cost of living, I helped enact a multi-year increase to the state’s minimum wage. On Jan. 1, the minimum wage will increase to $17 per hour in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County.
December 17, 2025 at 9:12 PM
To help ease the financial crunch caused by the rising cost of living, I helped enact a multi-year increase to the state’s minimum wage. On Jan. 1, the minimum wage will increase to $17 per hour in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County.
It was a pleasure to join residents at The Bristal last Friday for a Q&A on community issues, aging issues, and the future of the 76th District.
December 16, 2025 at 10:47 PM
It was a pleasure to join residents at The Bristal last Friday for a Q&A on community issues, aging issues, and the future of the 76th District.
It was a pleasure to deliver toys from our recent drive to the New York Center for Children and help share some holiday joy with children and families across our city.
December 15, 2025 at 10:29 PM
It was a pleasure to deliver toys from our recent drive to the New York Center for Children and help share some holiday joy with children and families across our city.
Thank you to all our neighbors who joined us last night for our Holiday Open House and helped make it such a joyful evening.
December 12, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Thank you to all our neighbors who joined us last night for our Holiday Open House and helped make it such a joyful evening.
Businesses that refuse to accept cash leave vulnerable New Yorkers behind. That's why I helped pass a new law prohibiting food stores and retail shops from refusing to accept payment in cash. This law also helps save consumers money by lowering costs and eliminating hidden fees.
December 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Businesses that refuse to accept cash leave vulnerable New Yorkers behind. That's why I helped pass a new law prohibiting food stores and retail shops from refusing to accept payment in cash. This law also helps save consumers money by lowering costs and eliminating hidden fees.
Honored to tour Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech in our district today and see their remarkable work supporting children.
December 10, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Honored to tour Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech in our district today and see their remarkable work supporting children.
Join us this Thursday for our Holiday Open House! Stop by, say hello, and consider bringing a toy for our toy drive.
December 9, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Join us this Thursday for our Holiday Open House! Stop by, say hello, and consider bringing a toy for our toy drive.
As Chair of the Aging Committee I was pleased to speak alongside Senator Gillibrand and AARP State Director Beth Finkel at today’s press conference combating fraudulent scams attacking older adults.
December 8, 2025 at 9:54 PM
As Chair of the Aging Committee I was pleased to speak alongside Senator Gillibrand and AARP State Director Beth Finkel at today’s press conference combating fraudulent scams attacking older adults.
Grateful to everyone who came out for a joyful tree lighting and sing-along in Carl Schurz Park. A perfect start to the holiday season!
December 8, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Grateful to everyone who came out for a joyful tree lighting and sing-along in Carl Schurz Park. A perfect start to the holiday season!
Our Town reports on my aging hearing examining elder financial exploitation, to the tune of $257 million lost by older New Yorkers last year and highlighting the forthcoming statewide scam-prevention program launching in 2026.
December 5, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Our Town reports on my aging hearing examining elder financial exploitation, to the tune of $257 million lost by older New Yorkers last year and highlighting the forthcoming statewide scam-prevention program launching in 2026.
Celebrate the season at Carl Schurz Park’s Holiday Tree Lighting on December 7 for music, treats, and festive fun!
December 4, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Celebrate the season at Carl Schurz Park’s Holiday Tree Lighting on December 7 for music, treats, and festive fun!
A State of Politics article highlighted our Aging Committee hearing on elder financial exploitation and New York’s new 2026 program to help curb scams targeting older adults. With losses topping $203 million last year, we’re advancing stronger tools to keep seniors safe.
December 3, 2025 at 10:26 PM
A State of Politics article highlighted our Aging Committee hearing on elder financial exploitation and New York’s new 2026 program to help curb scams targeting older adults. With losses topping $203 million last year, we’re advancing stronger tools to keep seniors safe.
No one should have to sacrifice their health because they can’t afford vital medication. That’s why I helped pass a new law requiring state-regulated health insurance companies to cover the cost of inhalers, making this lifesaving treatment more accessible for New Yorkers
December 3, 2025 at 10:05 PM
No one should have to sacrifice their health because they can’t afford vital medication. That’s why I helped pass a new law requiring state-regulated health insurance companies to cover the cost of inhalers, making this lifesaving treatment more accessible for New Yorkers
Stay safe during today’s winter weather. Full details available at:
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December 2, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Stay safe during today’s winter weather. Full details available at:
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Happening now: As Chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging, I’m leading a joint hearing examining Adult Protective Services, elder financial exploitation, and how agencies can better coordinate to protect older New Yorkers.
Watch live:
nystateassembly.granicus.com/player/event...
Watch live:
nystateassembly.granicus.com/player/event...
December 2, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Happening now: As Chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging, I’m leading a joint hearing examining Adult Protective Services, elder financial exploitation, and how agencies can better coordinate to protect older New Yorkers.
Watch live:
nystateassembly.granicus.com/player/event...
Watch live:
nystateassembly.granicus.com/player/event...
As temperatures drop, no one should have to choose between heating their home and paying for other essential expenses. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps eligible New Yorkers cover their energy bills. For more information or to apply for HEAP, visit otda.ny.gov/programs/hea...
December 1, 2025 at 9:49 PM
As temperatures drop, no one should have to choose between heating their home and paying for other essential expenses. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps eligible New Yorkers cover their energy bills. For more information or to apply for HEAP, visit otda.ny.gov/programs/hea...
On World AIDS Day, we stand with those affected and recommit to ending stigma while expanding care and support across our community.
December 1, 2025 at 9:49 PM
On World AIDS Day, we stand with those affected and recommit to ending stigma while expanding care and support across our community.
Today we finished our Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway! In partnership with Citymeals on Wheels we were able to give out Thanksgiving meals to neighbors across the 76th district!
November 25, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Today we finished our Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway! In partnership with Citymeals on Wheels we were able to give out Thanksgiving meals to neighbors across the 76th district!
As chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging it was wonderful to participate in Lenox Hill Neighborhood House’s Thanksgiving Dinner Dance for older adults! Grateful to share food, music, and community with neighbors who make this tradition so special.
November 24, 2025 at 10:35 PM
As chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging it was wonderful to participate in Lenox Hill Neighborhood House’s Thanksgiving Dinner Dance for older adults! Grateful to share food, music, and community with neighbors who make this tradition so special.
STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLY MEMBER REBECCA A. SEAWRIGHT:
November 21, 2025 at 5:09 PM
STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLY MEMBER REBECCA A. SEAWRIGHT:
Honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance by mourning the lives lost to transphobic violence and recommitting to a future where every transgender New Yorker can live with dignity, safety, and equality.
November 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance by mourning the lives lost to transphobic violence and recommitting to a future where every transgender New Yorker can live with dignity, safety, and equality.
Thanksgiving Meal Kits are available weekdays, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM, through Wednesday, November 26. Stop by to pick up a kit, or deliver one to a neighbor, and help share the holiday spirit.
November 19, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Thanksgiving Meal Kits are available weekdays, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM, through Wednesday, November 26. Stop by to pick up a kit, or deliver one to a neighbor, and help share the holiday spirit.
Today we hosted our Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway! In partnership with the Met Council we were able to provide dozens of frozen turkeys to neighbors across the district, ensuring families can enjoy a warm and festive holiday meal together.
November 18, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Today we hosted our Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway! In partnership with the Met Council we were able to provide dozens of frozen turkeys to neighbors across the district, ensuring families can enjoy a warm and festive holiday meal together.
Need to refill your MetroCard/OMNY or apply for reduced fare? The MTA bus will be outside our office this Wednesday from 10 AM–12 PM. Stop by!
November 17, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Need to refill your MetroCard/OMNY or apply for reduced fare? The MTA bus will be outside our office this Wednesday from 10 AM–12 PM. Stop by!
STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLY MEMBER REBECCA A. SEAWRIGHT:
November 16, 2025 at 5:14 PM
STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLY MEMBER REBECCA A. SEAWRIGHT: