New York State Senator representing the 32nd district in the Bronx since 2018. Born in Brooklyn to Puerto Rican parents. In January 2026, became the first Latino to chair the New York State Senate Judiciary Committee.
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About
Family & Heritage
Born in Brooklyn, New York, to Puerto Rican parents. Married with two children. In 2022, became the first New York State Senator to be granted Dominican citizenship, reflecting his deep ties to both the Puerto Rican and Dominican communities in the Bronx.
Political Career
Before Politics
Attorney at Law at the Law Offices of Luis R. Sepulveda since 1993. Adjunct Professor at Mercy College since 2006. One of only two Latinx attorneys in the New York State Legislature.
Education
B.A. in Natural Sciences, Hofstra University (1988); J.D., Hofstra University Maurice A. Deane School of Law
Key Issues & Priorities
Immigration reform and expanding access for undocumented immigrants
Higher education access through the NY DREAM Act
Criminal justice reform
Judiciary and legal system oversight
Driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants (Green Light Bill)