One of the crowning achievements celebrated at the 52nd Annual New York State Association Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, Asian Legislative Caucus was the strengthening of MWBE programs, with Rodneyse Bichotte, Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair, at the helm to host a reception.

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Fast times at the Legislative Caucus in Albany

This past weekend was the 52nd Annual New York State Association Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, Asian Legislative Caucus.

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“In New York City there are approximately 900 still births each year. Data shows that women of color are more likely to experience a stillbirth, risks among Black women twice as high in other groups.” ~ Rodneyse Bichotte, Chair, Brooklyn Democrat Party

https://nynow.wmht.org/blogs/politics/fight-to-extend-paid-family-leave-to-parents-grieving-still-born-babies-continues/

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Fight to extend Paid Family Leave to parents grieving still born babies continues

Lawmakers and advocates gathered in Albany to further their effort to make stillbirth bereavement eligible for New York State Paid Family Leave.

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"We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in endorsing competent judicial candidates that serve the needs of all Brooklynites fairly and impartially," said Rodneyse Bichotte, Chair of the Brooklyn Democratic Party.

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Brooklyn Democratic Party Announces Ad-Hoc Judiciary Committee

Announcing the BK Dems' Ad-Hoc Judiciary Committee FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, January 23, 2023 Media Contact: James Christopher E: [email protected] | P: (914) 482-4236 Announcing the Brook

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“My father could have lived another 20 years. I wish he saw his grandkids, I wish he met his grandkids.” ~ Rodneyse Bichotte, Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair, talks about how her father died from smoking.

By Ethan Stark-Miller for amNewYork.

https://www.amny.com/politics/coaltion-of-advocates-making-new-push-for-city-council-bill-to-ban-sale-of-menthol-cigarettes-in-nyc/

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Coalition of advocates making new push for City Council bill to ban sale of menthol cigarettes in NYC | amNewYork

City Council Member Rita Joseph and a broad coalition of advocates are making a new concerted push for a bill that would ban the sale of menthol cigarettes in

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District Leaders are pivotal “as the peoples’ most local voice,” said DL Henry Butler, Vice Chair of the Brooklyn Democratic Party.

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The Vital Role & Impact of District Leaders: Insights from Brooklyn Democratic Party Vice-Chair and District Leader Henry Butler 

The Vital Role & Impact of District Leaders: Insights from Brooklyn Democratic Party Vice-Chair and District Leader Henry Butler  Who Is Your District Leader & What Do They Do? We spoke with Brooklyn Dems’ Vice-Chair Henry Butler to find out The New York State legislature in Albany has kicked off the new year with a […]

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Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte, Chair of the Brooklyn Democrats, noted the new law also expands the definition and protections of employees to include subcontractors, day laborers and other workers.

From Insurance Journal.

https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2023/01/13/703109.htm

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New York Corporations Face Fines for Criminal Liability for Construction Deaths, Injuries

Corporations in New York's construction industry will face increased fines of up to $500,000 if they are found criminally liable for worker deaths or

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“Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte has been a voice for her constituents in Brooklyn and has fought to make our state a better place to live and raise a family,” said the Honorable Speaker of the New York State Assembly Carl E. Heastie.

From New York Amsterdam News.

https://amsterdamnews.com/news/2023/01/12/am-bichotte-hermelyn-named-majority-whip/

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AM Bichotte Hermelyn named majority whip

Brooklyn Dem Party Boss and Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn is adding yet another title to her ever-growing list of duties: She was appointed to serve as majority whip of the Democratic-controlled New York State Assembly last week.

New York Amsterdam News

Eight Brooklyn reps have been appointed to leadership positions and Rodneyse Bichotte, representative for AD42 and head of the Brooklyn Democratic Party, was named Majority Whip.

By Kirstyn Brendlen of Brooklyn Paper

https://www.brooklynpaper.com/new-senators-assembly-start-session/

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Class is in session: New state Senators, Assemblymembers get started in Albany • Brooklyn Paper

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"I have been a victim of this epidemic, this Black Maternity Health Crisis." Rodneyse Bichotte, Brooklyn Democrats Chair, spoke to 1010 WINS about different ways to prevent deaths during childbirth, a risk that Black women face disproportionately.

Listen here: https://bit.ly/3QiGBcs

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Are midwives and doulas the key to preventing deaths during childbirth? - 1010 WINS In Depth

In New York City, Black women are nine times more likely than their white counterparts to die during childbirth. This is why maternal health advocates are pushing the city to connect Black mothers-to-be with Black midwives and doulas for better pregnancy outcomes. In this episode, we hear from birth-givers, advocates, and lawmakers about how to give Black New Yorkers better birthing experiences. Host/Producer: Jill Webb Audio Engineer: Anddy Egan-Thorpe Additional Production Assistance: Dempsey Pillot Managing Producer of Podcasts: Femi Redwood

Asian American voters did not turn out significantly in favor of Lester Chang & if they had been more engaged in the election, they'd have swung it for the Democrats.

By Samar Khurshid for Gotham Gazette.

https://www.gothamgazette.com/state/11739-asian-american-voters-assembly-election-ad49-chang-abbate

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Report Offers Closer Look at Role of Asian American Voters in Brooklyn Assembly Race Flipped by Republican

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