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Asm. Maritza Davila
District 53
Democrat
First elected 2013
Maritza Davila represents AD-53, a D+73 district in which she has run uncontested in every general election since 2014 and won her first contested race in 2013 with an 85.8% vote share against Jason A. Otano — a margin of 71.6 points; the district is rated Safe D across all modeled 2026 scenarios. The district is a majority-Hispanic (45.0%), high-density, overwhelmingly renter (11.9% homeownership) community with a 24.4% poverty rate and a voter registration breakdown of 76.8% Democrat and 4.3% Republican. In the 2025 session, Davila has sponsored 38 bills, with her legislative focus concentrated heavily in Social Services (18 bills), alongside smaller clusters in Public Housing (3 bills), Family Court Act (2 bills), and single bills spanning Education, Election law, and tenant protection. No committee chairmanship or lobbying sector data is indicated in this brief.AI
Vulnerability Index AD-53
Base lean: D+81
Favorable D
Neutral
Favorable R
- Limited contested election data — registration lean used as primary signal
- Ran uncontested in most recent election
Scenario model: ±5pt national environment shift applied to district base lean (D+81). Base lean blends voter registration (40%) with recent contested general election margins (60%), using up to the last 4 general elections with margins under 40 points. Ratings: Safe D/R = 15+ pts, Likely = 8–14 pts, Lean = 3–7 pts, Toss-up = within 2 pts. Generic ballot from Silver Bulletin (Nate Silver), as of 5/1/2026. Not a prediction — reflects structural competitiveness under different cycle environments.
Electoral History AD-53
General Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Maritza Davila 100.0% (33,100) | Uncontested | — |
| 2022 | Maritza Davila 100.0% (20,154) | Uncontested | — |
| 2020 | Maritza Davila 100.0% (38,791) | Uncontested | — |
| 2018 | Maritza Davila 100.0% (30,074) | Uncontested | — |
| 2016 | Maritza Davila 100.0% (35,394) | Uncontested | — |
| 2014 | Maritza Davila 100.0% (9,706) | Uncontested | — |
| 2013 | Maritza Davila 85.8% (9,000) | Jason A. Otano 14.2% (1,486) | 71.6pts |
| 2012 | Vito J. Lopez 89.9% (25,956) | Richy Garcia 10.1% (2,916) | 79.8pts |
| 2010 | Vito J. Lopez 89.7% (12,892) | Byron Orozco 10.3% (1,481) | 79.4pts |
| 2008 | Vito J. Lopez 94.4% (25,733) | Frances F. Cutrone 5.6% (1,531) | 88.8pts |
| 2006 | Vito J. Lopez 94.0% (12,194) | Ameriar Feliciano 6.0% (785) | 88.0pts |
| 2004 | Vito J. Lopez 86.7% (21,515) | Theresa Prevete 6.5% (1,618) | 80.2pts |
| 2002 | Vito J. Lopez 97.5% (10,088) | Germania Taveras 2.5% (263) | 95.0pts |
| 2000 | Vito J. Lopez 98.5% (16,195) | Jean DeVincentis 1.5% (241) | 97.0pts |
| 1998 | Vito J. Lopez 92.6% (10,149) | Annamma M. John 5.1% (561) | 87.5pts |
| 1996 | Vito J. Lopez 93.2% (13,282) | Jorge Feliciano 6.8% (968) | 86.4pts |
Primary Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 (Democratic) | Maritza Davila 82.0% (10,505) | Humberto Soto 18.0% (2,303) | 64.0pts |
Source: NYS Board of Elections certified results. ⚡ = margin under 10 pts. District history reflects 2022 redistricted boundaries.
Voter Registration
District 53 Profile
Population
128,326
Median income
$78,272
Median rent
$1,991
Homeownership
11.9%
Education (BA+)
45.2%
Poverty rate
24.4%
Uninsured rate
10.1%
Unemployment rate
9.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024).
Demographics
White
35.7%
Black
13.1%
Hispanic
45.0%
Asian
8.3%
Median age
32.4
Foreign born
27.3%
Limited English households
15.1%
Veterans
1.0%
Disability rate
13.8%
Commute Mode
Drive alone
8.5%
Public transit
54.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2024). Race and ethnicity figures may not sum to 100% — Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity category that overlaps with racial groups.
Legislative Activity (2025–2026)
Bills sponsored
38
Floor debate appearances
15
Years in office
13
Bill sponsorship from NYS Open Legislation API. Joint hearing appearances from NYS Senate hearing transcripts.
Floor Session Activity 2025–2026
A08271 / S08197
PASSED
2025-06-17
An act to amend the Family Court Act, in relation to the right to counsel in proceedings regarding violations of orders of child support and to establish paternity or parentage in the family court
The Assembly passed legislation expanding the right to court-appointed counsel in family court proceedings. Sponsored by Asm. Davila, the bill ensures both parties in contempt, paternity, and child support collection proceedings can receive 18-B counsel if they cannot afford attorneys. Currently, only respondents receive appointed counsel in contempt and paternity cases, and approximately 85 percent of parties in child support collection cases appear pro se. The bill also provides counsel for minor parties in rare cases of teen parents. The state estimates costs at $9.4 million annually, with counties reimbursed for most expenses. Davila argued the bill addresses systemic inequality in family court access. Questioner Asm. Walsh initially raised concerns about county cost-sharing, 18-B attorney compensation rates, and potential caseload increases, but ultimately supported the bill after debate clarified its limited scope to delinquent child support cases and confirmed state reimbursement. The bill passed with support from the Majority Conference.
A8432
PASSED
2025-06-10
An act to amend Chapter 81 of the Laws of 1995, amending the Vehicle and Traffic Law and other laws relating to the enforcement of support through the suspension of driving privileges
The Assembly passed A8432, a two-year extender sponsored by Asm. Davila that allows the Department of Motor Vehicles to suspend driver's licenses for failure to pay child support. Asm. Walsh explained her affirmative vote, calling the suspension authority an effective motivator for compliance. However, she signaled intent to develop complementary legislation creating a conditional driver's license program for employed individuals who need transportation to earn income for support payments. The bill passed on consent.
A8432
PASSED
2025-06-10
An act to amend Chapter 81 of the Laws of 1995, amending the Vehicle and Traffic Law and other laws relating to the enforcement of support through the suspension of driving privileges
The Assembly passed A8432, a two-year extender sponsored by Asm. Davila that allows the Department of Motor Vehicles to suspend driver's licenses for failure to pay child support. Asm. Walsh, speaking in favor, called the measure necessary and effective as a motivator for compliance but signaled intent to introduce complementary legislation next year establishing a conditional driver's license program for employed obligors to maintain work access while satisfying support obligations.
A02497
PASSED
2025-06-04
An act establishing a Fiscal Cliff Task Force to conduct a study on fiscal cliffs in the State's public assistance programs and to make recommendations related thereto; and providing for the repeal of such provision upon expiration thereof
The Assembly passed A02497, sponsored by Assemblymember Davila, establishing a Fiscal Cliff Task Force to study fiscal cliffs in New York's public assistance programs. Mrs. Peoples-Stokes, speaking in support, noted that the legislation addresses how state initiatives intended to help people sometimes inadvertently hinder their growth by keeping them dependent on benefits. She cited support from the Western New York Women's Foundation, Buffalo Partnership, and New York State Business Council.
A02497
PASSED
2025-06-04
An act establishing a Fiscal Cliff Task Force to conduct a study on fiscal cliffs in the State's public assistance programs and to make recommendations related thereto; and providing for the repeal of such provision upon expiration thereof
The Assembly passed legislation establishing a Fiscal Cliff Task Force to study how New York's public assistance programs may inadvertently trap beneficiaries in poverty. Sponsor Assemblymember Davila's bill directs the task force to examine fiscal cliffs—points where benefit reductions discourage work—and recommend reforms. Assembly Speaker Pro Tem Peoples-Stokes praised the measure, citing support from the Western New York Women's Foundation, Buffalo Partnership, and the New York State Business Council.
A02497
PASSED
2025-06-04
An act establishing a Fiscal Cliff Task Force to conduct a study on fiscal cliffs in the State's public assistance programs and to make recommendations related thereto; and providing for the repeal of such provision upon expiration thereof
The Assembly passed legislation establishing a Fiscal Cliff Task Force to study how New York's public assistance programs create barriers to beneficiary advancement. Sponsor Assemblymember Davila's bill directs the task force to examine the 'fiscal cliff' phenomenon where benefit reductions discourage work and self-sufficiency. Majority Leader Peoples-Stokes praised the measure, noting support from the Western New York Women's Foundation, Buffalo Partnership, and New York State Business Council.
A07617
PASSED
2025-05-05
An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to removing the prohibitions on patient participation in multiple transplant programs in New York State
The Assembly passed legislation removing prohibitions on patients participating in multiple transplant programs in New York State. Sponsored by Assemblywoman Peoples-Stokes and 18 co-sponsors, the bill addresses a critical gap in access to organ transplants for Medicaid patients, who under current law can only apply to one program and be on one wait list. Peoples-Stokes noted that approximately 8,000 New Yorkers are currently on transplant wait lists, with roughly 400 expected to die before receiving a transplant. The measure was championed by Dr. Kayler, a transplant surgeon at Erie County Medical Center, and supported by Donate Life New York. The bill allows patients to remove themselves from dependence on dialysis machines by expanding their opportunities to access kidney transplants across multiple programs.
A355
PASSED
2025-04-28
An act to amend the Real Property Tax Law, in relation to partially exempting from taxation certain residential real property transferred to low-income households
A01241-A
LAID ASIDE
2025-04-01
Repeal section 17-40 of the Election Law relating to furnishing money and entertainment to induce attendance at polls
A04159
LAID ASIDE
2025-04-01
Amend Correction Law to prohibit correctional facilities from blocking entry to peer support advocates based on such advocates' prior history of incarceration
A07279
PASSED
2025-04-01
Amend Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Law to require development and posting of a senior trail guide identifying walking and hiking opportunities for active seniors within the State park system and along public non-motorized multi-use trails
A10212-A
PASSED
2024-05-28
An act to amend Chapter 375 of the Laws of 1999, amending the Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law relating to new owners of buildings for which administrators have been appointed pursuant to Article 7-A of such law, in relation to the effectiveness thereof.
A10213
PASSED
2024-05-28
An act to amend Chapter 84 of the Laws of 1993, amending the Private Housing Finance Law relating to establishment of initial rents in housing accommodations rehabilitated with loans to housing development companies, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof.
A04781
LAID ASIDE
2023-05-08
An act to amend the Real Property Law, in relation to prohibiting landlords, lessors, sub-lessors, and grantors from demanding brokers' fees from a tenant.
A06545
PASSED
2023-05-08
An act to amend the Family Court Act, in relation to orders of protection expiration dates and permissible duration of temporary orders of protection in juvenile delinquency cases in family court
Source: Official NY Assembly floor session transcripts (Granicus). AI-processed. Includes sessions from 2023 onward where transcripts are available.
Bill Focus Areas 2025–2026
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Grouped by law section from sponsored Assembly bills. Source: NYS Open Legislation API.
Lobbying Activity
No lobbying disclosures on record for this member in the available dataset (JCOPE filings targeting Assembly members).
Source: NY Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government via data.ny.gov.