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<span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/422df4d0-e9cf-436e-8dd6-396087958e27/cbc27108-1984-4217-a186-f8630f401e2b.webp?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C2304%2C3543&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>The Bodega Act</h4><h5>George Alvarez introduced the <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A07870&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">“Bodega Act”</a> to help protect bodegas, convenience stores, and food marts from crime by providing state grants for security improvements such as panic buttons and surveillance systems. The Bodega Act aims to strengthen neighborhood safety, support small business owners, and provide workers with additional tools to respond to emergencies and criminal activity.</h5><h4>CREEP ACT</h4><h5><strong>George Alvarez believes that every New Yorker has the right to feel safe out on the streets of their city, indoors in the comfort of their home, and digitally on their phones. &nbsp;Which is why he is in full support of the </strong><a href="https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3394/amendment/A" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ceasing Repeated and Extremely Egregious Predatory Behavior Act (CREEP Act) S3394A</strong></a><strong>, a bill that modernizes older anti-stalking bills by allowing victims to obtain civil anti-stalking orders against harassers, even if they have no prior intimate or familial relationship with the perpetrator. The CREEP Act returns autonomy and agency back to victims after they were subjected to circumstances that took it away from them.&nbsp;</strong></h5><h5><br></h5><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 50%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/81376b70-623e-473c-8f0e-8b9f43b390ae/7930636d-ed61-44fe-8b44-f11999f93b04.webp?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C62%2C4096%2C3010&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="50" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>Make Child Care Safer</h4><h5>George Alvarez prioritizes the safety and well being of the children in his district which is why he wants to strengthen safety standards in child care homes and facilities in bill <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A03899&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A03899</a>. This legislation will expand inspections in childcare facilities and require providers of a family day care home to disclose those residing in the home where the child day care is being provided. The bill will also prepare these facilities for emergencies by requiring that child care providers receive overdose prevention training and maintain opioid antagonists on-site.&nbsp;</h5><h4>Improving Safety for Pedestrians</h4><h5>George Alvarez introduced bill <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A03725&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>A03725</strong></a> to strengthen safety regulations for electric scooters, mopeds, and electric bicycles. The bill will improve safety enforcement by <strong>requiring registration </strong>and increasing public education on traffic laws. The bill also establishes a Safe Streets Bureau to help prevent reckless operation, protect pedestrians, and improve safety on roads and sidewalks across New York.</h5><p><strong><br></strong></p>

<p><strong>I am committed to creating a safer community for all. </strong>I am introducing legislation to ensure that every New Yorker can live, work, and travel with a greater peace of mind.</p>

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<span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 50%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/cae8b93e-50b7-4d55-bc1b-282147e0f1f4/cae8b93e-50b7-4d55-bc1b-282147e0f1f4.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1024%2C768&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="50" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>A $140 Million Investment in St. Barnabas Hospital</h4><h5><a href="https://www.bxtimes.com/gov-hochul-sbh-health-system/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">George Alvarez</a>, alongside Governor Kathy Hochul and other elected officials invested $140 million in state funding to increase emergency department capacity, upgrade equipment and expand community health partnerships&nbsp;in St.Barnabas Hospital. George has since vowed to continue to solidify investments for the 160 year old institution.</h5><p></p><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/ccc24b3f-0f16-46bc-b1ba-65f351bfccb3/ccc24b3f-0f16-46bc-b1ba-65f351bfccb3.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1440%2C1920&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>           Protecting Access to Medical                   Transportation</h4><h5>            Reliable and affordable transportation to             healthcare centers is essential for                           ensuring that people are getting the                       healthcare they need at the exact time                  they need it. George Alvarez introduced               <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A03898&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bill A03898</a>, which if passed will help                    ensure that providers of non-emergency              medical transportation are not unfairly                penalized for errors committed during                 Medicaid audits. This legislation aims to               protect transportation providers that                    connect patients to critical medical                       appointments.</h5><p></p><h4>Expanding Accountability in Correctional Healthcare</h4><h5>George Alvarez introduced <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A07576&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bill A07576A</a>, which intends to improve health transparency within the prison system by requiring correctional facilities to notify incarcerated people’s emergency contacts if they experience a medical crisis. The bill will also expand access to medical records and establish an annual report on medical incidents and response times. If passed, this bill will strengthen accountability in correctional facilities and ensure that incarcerated people’s families and loved ones are informed during medical emergencies.&nbsp;&nbsp;</h5><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/4fc8a0a3-346c-424e-8d7d-5034e82bf46b/cd77a3af-f50c-46ca-a486-d14ad92b7d73.webp?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C493%2C2623%2C3603&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>Supporting Families and Caregivers</h4><h5>George Alvarez introduced <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&amp;leg_video=&amp;bn=A07583&amp;term=&amp;Summary=Y&amp;Text=Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bill A07583</a> which establishes a program that allows family members of children and young adults with developmental disabilities to be trained and paid to provide care and specialized in-home care services. With this bill, George wants to ensure that individuals with complex medical needs can receive services in a familiar and comfortable environment. He also wants to make in-home care more accessible to all families</h5><p></p><p></p><p></p><h4>Strengthening Healthcare Access for Dominican Seniors</h4><h5>As an Afro-Dominican and strong advocate for New York's Dominican community, George Alvarez introduced the New York–Dominican Health Partnership Act <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&amp;leg_video=&amp;bn=A09169&amp;term=&amp;Summary=Y&amp;Text=Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">(A09169B)</a>. This legislation establishes a partnership between New York State and the Dominican Republic that would allow eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities who reside part-time in the Dominican Republic to access certain state-funded healthcare services. The bill also explores broader healthcare collaboration between New York and the Dominican Republic, helping ensure continuity of care for New Yorkers with deep ties to both communities.<strong><br></strong><br></h5>

<p><strong>I believe that quality healthcare should be accessible, affordable, and responsive to the needs of every community.&nbsp;</strong>Read more about the legislation I am trying to pass to make sure every New Yorker can receive the care and support they deserve.</p>

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<p></p><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/6efc084c-99f0-4972-827a-d0aee1189ee4/6efc084c-99f0-4972-827a-d0aee1189ee4.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C768%2C1024&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>Preparing Students for Financial Success</h4><h5>Access to financial literacy is a vital resource in closing the racial wealth gap that exists throughout New York State. George believes that financial literacy is a critical life skill that builds a strong foundation to a young person’s success in and out of the classroom. That is why he introduced bill<a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A08973&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> A08973</a> which aims to have public schools implement three semester-long financial literacy courses for public school students between sixth and twelfth grade. These courses will equip students with practical knowledge about budgeting, saving, credit, debt, and personal finance.&nbsp;</h5><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/48b2dfec-39b1-4c9f-8c9d-cf46af9d99f4/627f8cd6-a833-4189-b434-eae721ab7b4c.webp?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C3626%2C4096&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><p></p><p></p><p></p><h4>Making Higher Education More Affordable</h4><h5>George Alvarez believes that every student deserves equal&nbsp;access to a quality college education regardless of their financial circumstances. That is why he introduced the <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A00890&amp;leg_video=">“New Deal for SUNY” (A00890)</a>, legislation that would provide free tuition for eligible SUNY students who are on track to graduate. George continues to act on his support for students facing unexpected financial hardships on bills <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A06641&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A06641</a> and <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A10288&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A10288,</a> which establish and expand emergency aid grant programs at SUNY and CUNY campuses. Together, these bills will help remove financial barriers to higher education and ensure that students can stay enrolled, complete their degrees, and achieve their full potential.</h5><p><strong><br></strong> <strong><br><br><br></strong></p><h4><br></h4>

<p><strong>Education is one of the most powerful tools for creating opportunity and strengthening communities.</strong> I believe that every student should have the material resources they need to succeed academically and professionally.</p>

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That is why </strong>George Alvarez firmly believes in <a href="https://www.assembly.state.ny.us/mem/?ad=078&amp;sh=video&amp;video=28049" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">taxing New York's wealthiest 1%</a> in order to live in a more equitable New York. <a href="https://advocate.nyc.gov/blog/build-a-budget-for-nyc-working-families" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Taxing the rich will <strong>create a state budget that raises billions in revenue</strong></a><strong> by making the wealthiest New Yorkers and corporations pay their fair share, so we can protect essential services and finally deliver an equitable way of life for all.&nbsp;</strong></h5><h5><br></h5><p></p><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 45%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/f298ab39-e954-429b-9fea-50e208e9c1f6/f298ab39-e954-429b-9fea-50e208e9c1f6.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C144%2C1024%2C624&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="45" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;">Expanding Economic Opportunity</h4><h5 style="text-align: left;">George Alvarez introduced the <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A05471&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">"New York State Agency BIPOC Asset Management and Financial Institution Strategy Act"</a> to increase investment opportunities for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) owned asset management firms, financial institutions, and professional service providers. This bill promotes economic equity and strengthens underserved communities by creating pathways for job growth and long-term financial empowerment across New York State.</h5><h4>“End the Toll Trap: Real Relief for Drivers Act”</h4><h5><a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A10716&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">“End the Toll Trap: Real Relief for Drivers Act” (A10716)</a> is bipartisan, bi-state (New York and New Jersey) legislation that aims to protect commuters and motorists from predatory E-ZPass fines. Through this bill, George Alvarez aims to reduce excessive toll-related administrative fees, improve transparency in toll collection systems, and protect drivers from unfair penalties caused by billing errors and system failures. This legislation would also create a bi-state task force to identify ways to lower toll costs and improve payment processing efficiency.</h5><h4>Ensuring Fair Hiring Practices in a Digital Age</h4><h5>George Alvarez aims to hold discriminatory hiring tools accountable by establishing <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A03914&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bill A3914</a>. This bill will create transparency and accountability standards for automated hiring tools used by employers. This helps protect job seekers from discriminatory hiring practices by requiring regular bias audits and public reporting on the impact of artificial intelligence and machine-learning systems in employment decisions.</h5><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 50%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/73ad6393-bc33-45e3-b1d0-7633e1110a4b/d9d93e32-3012-4583-8415-2731d9f67150.webp?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C4096%2C2826&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="50" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>Boosting Access to Venture Capital<strong><br></strong></h4><h5>Many small businesses and startups founded by people from underrepresented communities tend to struggle finding early funding, which ultimately impacts their businesses’ longevity. George Alvarez responds to this issue in his establishment of bill <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&amp;leg_video=&amp;bn=A03708&amp;term=&amp;Summary=Y&amp;Text=Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A03708,</a> which aids in establishing a venture capital tax credit to support emerging diverse-founded businesses across New York. This bill aims to increase early-stage investment opportunities and sustain the growing businesses rooted in New York communities.</h5><h4>Strengthening Consumer Protections</h4><h5>To prevent misleading sales practices and unfair pricing tactics, George Alvarez introduced <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A03881&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A03881.</a> This bill mandates retailers to honor advertised sale prices when products are temporarily unavailable. This act aims to strengthen consumer protections by ensuring that they can purchase products for the price that advertisers promised to them.</h5><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 50%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/a642ae2c-7273-44ae-8b73-01aad42e157f/a642ae2c-7273-44ae-8b73-01aad42e157f.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=120%2C4%2C840%2C603&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="50" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4>Supporting the New Kingsbridge Armory</h4><h5>The redevelopment of the historic <a href="https://kingsbridgetogether.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/NYCEDC-Together-for-Kingsbridge-Vision-Plan-Spanish.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kingsbridge Armory </a>is a project that was fully supported by George Alvarez. The redevelopment, backed by a $215 million investment from local and federal stakeholders, is projected to generate $2.6 billion in economic impact, create over 3,000 construction jobs, and provide 360 permanent jobs.</h5>

<p>In the Bronx, working families are struggling to pay for rent, healthcare, food, and everyday needs. I am combating this problem by <strong>expanding economic opportunities </strong>and <strong>lowering costs. </strong></p>

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<p>By George Álvarez</p><p>Bronxites shouldn’t pay a premium to save time on Metro-North or the LIRR, but that’s exactly what’s happening, in large part because city Metro-North riders pay on a per-ride basis. The MTA has a weekly deal for suburban Metro-North riders, why not city riders?</p><p>I am&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6646" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">sponsoring</a>&nbsp;legislation with Senator Comrie to do just that, creating a weekly CityTicket with transfers to subways and buses to give Bronxites an affordable option to take whatever trip is best for them.</p><p>In collaboration with&nbsp;<a href="https://pcac.org/pcac-leads-letter-to-governor-hochul-requesting-mta-fare-discounts-and-incentives-in-the-executive-budget/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">dozens of advocates and elected officials</a>, we’re fighting to put time and money back in your pocket.</p><p>Read more here: <a href="https://www.bxtimes.com/lower-metro-north-lirr-fares-nyc-residents/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.bxtimes.com/lower-metro-north-lirr-fares-nyc-residents/</a></p>

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<h4>Editorial: Let’s lower Metro-North and LIRR fares for New York City residents</h4>

<p></p><h4>Securing Millions in Funding for Public Housing</h4><h5>Since taking office, George Alvarez has worked every day to deliver meaningful and tangible results for the Bronx. He has secured $3 million in funding for housing upgrades at Keith Plaza, a 30-story residential building with over 300 apartments. He has also secured $50,000 to strengthen community resources at Kelly Towers Senior Center, a 17-story building with over 300 apartments.</h5><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/2ae63eef-72d3-4220-b261-65ef7ce3df91/2ae63eef-72d3-4220-b261-65ef7ce3df91.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C162%2C1310%2C1886&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h4 style="text-align: left;">Increasing Accessibility to Public Housing</h4><h5 style="text-align: left;">George Alvarez introduced the <a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?bn=A03850&amp;leg_video=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">“Housing is a Human Right Act”,</a> establishing a centralized state website where residents can apply for and find affordable housing units. This act would not only increase the visibility of public housing for constituents but also appoint a volunteer task force to monitor developers' compliance with state mandates and manage a 5-year housing plan.&nbsp;</h5><h4>Fully Supporting the REST Act</h4><span class="image image-base image-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/cf02dd97-bd72-466d-8433-b5edf8417244/9037282b-f57b-4bc7-812e-7811f0dcbdf0/9037282b-f57b-4bc7-812e-7811f0dcbdf0.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1024%2C768&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" variant="base"></span><span class="caption" style="display: none;"></span></span><h5><strong>George Alvarez is fully backing the </strong><a href="https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4877/amendment/A" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Rent Emergency Stabilization for Tenants (REST) Act (A4877). </strong></a><strong>The bill provides for an alternative method for localities other than New York City to opt in to rent regulation and expands the range of rental housing that can be covered. Essentially, The REST Act would expand rent stabilization across the entire state of New York. George Alvarez believes that this is a pivotal step toward modernizing NYS housing laws. He says, “every New Yorker and every person deserves to live with the dignity and stability that come with safe, affordable housing. I am proud to advocate for the REST Act because protecting the dignity and homes of all New York State residents must remain our priority.”</strong></h5><h4>Tax Relief for Renters and Homeowners</h4><h5><strong>George Alvarez has called for a tax relief in </strong><a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&amp;bn=A03736&amp;term=2025&amp;Summary=Y&amp;Actions=Y&amp;Text=Y&amp;Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&amp;Floor%26nbspVotes=Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>legislative bill A03736</strong></a><strong> which aims to provide tax relief for low-income renters burdened by high housing costs by establishing a tax credit. George Alvarez also introduced </strong><a href="https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&amp;bn=A07872&amp;term=2025&amp;Summary=Y&amp;Actions=Y&amp;Text=Y&amp;Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&amp;Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A07872" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>bill A07872</strong></a><strong> to protect senior homeowners from losing their homes by capping their property taxes on primary residences.&nbsp;</strong></h5><p><br></p><p></p><p><br></p><p></p>

<p><strong>Housing is a human right. </strong>That's why I am on a mission to increase accessibility to  public housing while actively decreasing it's cost.  </p>

<h2>Quality Affordable Housing</h2>

<p>By Jimmy Robles</p><p></p><p>In an effort to reduce crime in convenience stores across New York City, a Bronx state lawmaker has introduced the Bodega Act of 2025, a measure that would provide grants to small businesses for panic buttons and surveillance equipment.</p><p>The&nbsp;<a href="https://nyassembly.gov/leg/?default_fld=&amp;leg_video=&amp;bn=A07870&amp;term=&amp;Summary=Y&amp;Actions=Y&amp;Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&amp;Text=Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">New York State Bodega Act of 2025</a>, introduced by Bronx Assemblymember George Alvarez last month, would direct the Division of Criminal Justice Services to establish a grant program supporting security upgrades for bodegas, food marts, and similar small retail establishments.</p><p>The proposed legislation aims to enhance protections for these businesses by covering the costs of installing emergency alert systems and other safety infrastructure. The legislation does not specify a funding amount.</p><p></p><p>Read more here: <a href="https://www.bxtimes.com/bronx-lawmaker-introduces-bodega-act-to-boost-safety-in-nyc-stores/">https://www.bxtimes.com/bronx-lawmaker-introduces-bodega-act-to-boost-safety-in-nyc-stores/</a></p><p></p>

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<h4>Bronx lawmaker introduces Bodega Act to boost safety in NYC stores<br></h4>

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