State Rep. Alec Brook-Krasny
Recent News About State Rep. Alec Brook-Krasny
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Assemblyman Brook-Krasny Criticizes "LockerNYC" Program as Short-Term Fix
Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny from Coney Island has voiced his concerns regarding New York City's new "LockerNYC" program, labeling it as a temporary solution to the city's increasing theft issues. The initiative, which has been introduced as a pilot program, includes seven lockbox locations across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens, designed to provide residents with a secure option for receiving packages.The implementation of LockerNYC comes in response to a surge in robberies throughout the city, with Brooklyn alone experiencing a 9% rise in theft incidents at the start...
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Brook-Krasny Advocates for Release of Hostages in Gaza
Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny (R,C-Coney Island) attended a press conference earlier today hosted by the New York Chapter of “Run for Their Lives” to call for the release of the 134 hostages being held in Gaza. Since the devastating terrorist attacks in Israel on October 7, two New Yorkers are still among the hostages.In response to the ongoing crisis, Brook-Krasny expressed his concerns about the rising antisemitic hate crimes in the city, stating, "Since fall, the rates of antisemitic hate crimes have gone through the roof." He highlighted the urgency of the situation...
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Brook-Krasny: Congestion Pricing Creates Traffic Jam for Working-Class Families
Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny (R,C-Coney Island) recently criticized the MTA’s decision to implement congestion pricing in Manhattan below 61st Street. The plan includes charging drivers up to $15 and truck drivers even higher rates, which will come into effect this summer after a public information campaign and testing period.Brook-Krasny expressed his concerns about the impact of these tolls on working-class families, particularly those commuting from Brooklyn to Manhattan. He stated, "Congestion pricing is another slap in the face to hard-working New Yorkers who are...
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Assemblyman Brook-Krasny Supports ‘The Fletcher Act’ for Families of Essential Workers
Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny (R,C-Coney Island) attended a press conference earlier this week to show his support for the Fletcher Act. The Fletcher Act, named after Joseph Fletcher, permits certain claims by essential employees for compensation based on death due to COVID-19, which were previously denied or not filed on time. Brook-Krasny was joined by members of both parties as they advocated for the rights of the families of essential workers."We all remember the struggle and hardship we went through during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Brook-Krasny. “However, there...