Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal

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Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal - New York Democratic

Official office details for Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal: website, email, phone number, and mailing address.

NameLinda Rosenthal
PositionAssemblymember
StateNew York
PartyDemocratic
DistrictDistrict 67
Mailing AddressLegislative Office Building Room 943 LOB Albany, NY 12248
Phone number518-455-5802
emailEmail Form
Website
Representative Linda Rosenthal
Linda B. Rosenthal, born on November 12, 1957, is a representative of District 67 as a Democrat in the New York State Assembly. This district includes parts of Manhattan's Upper West Side and Clinton/Hell's Kitchen neighborhoods.

About Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal



Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal represents the 67th Assembly district, which includes the Upper West Side and parts of Clinton/Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan. Elected in 2006 after serving for 13 years as Manhattan District Director and Director of Special Projects for United States Congressman Jerrold Nadler, Rosenthal succeeded then – Assemblymember, now New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer.

Since then, Assemblymember Rosenthal has passed more than 120 laws that have helped to improve the lives of all New York State residents. In previous sessions, Rosenthal has passed laws extending orders of protection to companion animals whose abuse often serves as a warning sign; requiring that applicants of public assistance be provided with information and resources for victims of sexual assault; allowing for same sex couples to adopt non-biological children together in New York State; and prohibiting the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors. In her tenure, Rosenthal has established herself as a leading advocate on affordable housing, domestic violence, consumer protection, government reform, environmental issues and animal cruelty.

Assemblymember Rosenthal received a B.A. in History from the University of Rochester. She is a life-long resident of the Upper West Side.

Chair, Committee on Social Services. Previous Chair, Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse; Commission on Science and Technology; Mitchell-Lama Housing. Standing Committee Assignments: Agriculture;Codes, Housing; Health.

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