State Rep. Michael Tannousis
Recent News About State Rep. Michael Tannousis
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Lawmakers announce passage of "Detective Brian Simonsen’s Law
Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (R,C-Staten Island/Brooklyn), alongside Assemblyman Mike Reilly (R,C-Staten Island) and Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, has announced the passage of “Detective Brian Simonsen’s Law,” a bipartisan proposal that mandates cell phone providers to immediately disable services to stolen cell phones. The bill, which has passed in the Assembly, aims to prevent stolen cell phones from being used with Wi-Fi or internationally by requiring service providers to completely disable them.
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Fallen NYPD lieutenant honored at Albany remembrance ceremony
Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (R,C-Staten Island/Brooklyn) recently hosted Detective Tom Donohue of the Staten Island District Attorney's Office at the Police Officers Memorial Remembrance Ceremony in Albany. The ceremony was held to honor fallen police officers, including Detective Donohue’s wife, NYPD Lieutenant Maureen Gill-Donohue.
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Assemblyman Tannousis Welcomes Back His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America for Greek Independence Day
"Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (R,C-Staten Island/Brooklyn) was joined in Albany yesterday by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America to recognize Greek Independence Day and the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion and continued occupation of Cyprus. In an official Assembly proclamation, Tannousis recognized Maria Pappas for her incredible work and contributions to the Cyprus-American community. Maria was elected to the esteemed position of President of the Cyprus US Chamber of Commerce in 2020 and is the first woman to be elected to this role. She is a Managing...
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Assemblyman Tannousis Passes Resolution Recognizing the 50th Dark Anniversary of the Invasion and Continued Occupation of Cyprus
Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (R,C-Staten Island, Brooklyn) has passed a resolution that recognizes the invasion of Cyprus on its 50th dark anniversary. Tannousis, speaking as the son of Cypriot refugees, highlighted the impact of the invasion on Greek Cypriots, stating, "As the son of Cypriot refugees, my family suffered a great injustice in 1974 when the Turkish military invaded Cyprus."The invasion, which took place on July 20, 1974, led to the displacement of 150,000 Greek Cypriots from their homes, with many seeking refuge in the United States, particularly in New...
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Tannousis and Staten Island Officials Demand Investigation of Midland Beach Migrant Shelter
Assemblyman Michael Tannousis, along with several Staten Island officials, has demanded an investigation into the Midland Beach migrant shelter. The call for action was prompted by concerns over the shelter's operations and alleged violations.Tannousis, in a letter addressed to Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams, and John Greenwood, expressed his dismay over the situation at the shelter. He stated, "Home for the Homeless misled the public and local elected officials before kicking out over 50 veterans from the former Island Shores Senior Center to move migrants into this...
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Tannousis Reads to P.S. 011 Purvis J. Behan Students on Read Across America Day
Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (R,C-Staten Island/Brooklyn) visited P.S. 011 Purvis J. Behan in Brooklyn today as part of Read Across America Day to encourage student literacy and education. The event, held on Mar 1, 2024, had Tannousis reading 'Our Flag Was Still There' by Mary Pickersgill to the 5th-grade class under the theme “Create A Nation Of Diverse Readers.”"I want to thank the students and teachers for allowing me to visit today," expressed Tannousis, who noted that watching the engaged and excited students was a wonderful experience. Stressing the importance of...
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Tannousis Criticizes Governor’s Budget Proposal
State Assemblyman Tannousis has expressed concerns over Governor Hochul's executive budget proposal, particularly focusing on public safety and financial priorities in New York. In a statement made on Jan 16, 2024, Tannousis criticized the Governor's approach, emphasizing the need for accountability in the criminal justice system."We need to hold violent criminals accountable for their actions with a tough-on-crime criminal justice system," Tannousis stated. He went on to critique Governor Hochul's plan, stating, "She intends to create a task force to address the public...