New York State Assemblymember representing the 87th district, covering Parkchester and Castle Hill in the Bronx since 2019. Born in the Dominican Republic, emigrated at age 6. Chairs the NYS Assembly and Senate Puerto Rican/Hispanic Task Force. Works as an oncology nurse at Montefiore Medical Center.
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About
Family & Heritage
Born in Los Minas, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Identifies as Afro-Latina. Her family moved to Carolina, Puerto Rico, in her early childhood, then immigrated to the United States with her mother when she was 6 years old, settling in Corona, Queens. She has been a Bronx resident for nearly 20 years.
Political Career
Before Politics
Registered nurse in the Oncology Department at Montefiore Einstein Hospital. Certified in chemotherapy infusion. Worked as an infusion nurse at the Eastchester Cancer Center. Active union leader and NYSNA Executive Committee member at Einstein Hospital.
Education
BA in Communications, CUNY Baruch College; Nursing degree (2013), graduated third-highest in class
Key Issues & Priorities
Healthcare access and nurse-to-patient ratios
Single-payer healthcare (NY Health Act)
Health equity for communities of color
Puerto Rico recovery and relief
Workers' rights and labor protections