Asm. Eddie Gibbs — The Commons Gallery

Eddie Gibbs represents AD-68, a deep-blue Manhattan district with a D+67 registration lean and a base electoral lean of D+76, rated Safe D across all modeled scenarios; he ran uncontested in 2024 and won his only contested general election in 2022 with an 86.8% to 13.2% margin of 73.6 points. The district is majority-minority and heavily renter-dependent, with a population of 141,870 that is 39.3% Hispanic, 29.5% Black, 25.1% white, and 9.6% Asian, a poverty rate of 29.4%, a homeownership rate of 11.7%, and a median household income of $49,783. First elected in 2021, Gibbs has sponsored 47 bills in the 2025 session, with his legislative focus concentrated heavily in Correction law at 15 bills, followed by Metropolitan Transportation Authority at 4 bills and Education at 3 bills, reflecting a consistent orientation toward criminal justice and transit policy. No committee chairmanship data is present in this brief, and no lobbying sector or committee overlap data was provided for this member.AI

Vulnerability Index AD-68

Base lean: D+76

Favorable D

Safe D

Neutral

Safe D

Favorable R

Safe D

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+76). 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-68

General Elections

Year	Winner	Runner-up	Margin
2024	Edward Gibbs 100.0% (34,635)	Uncontested	—
2022	Edward Gibbs 86.8% (22,187)	Daby Benjamine Carreras 13.2% (3,369)	73.6pts
2020	Robert J. Rodriguez 89.9% (41,238)	Daby Benjamine Carreras 10.1% (4,608)	79.8pts
2018	Robert J. Rodriguez 93.2% (32,140)	Daby Carreras 6.8% (2,346)	86.4pts
2016	Robert J. Rodriguez 90.8% (38,759)	Daby Carreras 9.2% (3,920)	81.6pts
2014	Robert J. Rodriguez 91.3% (13,532)	Ted Jones 8.7% (1,292)	82.6pts
2012	Robert J. Rodriguez 100.0% (31,543)	Uncontested	—
2010	Robert J. Rodriguez 89.0% (15,771)	John Ruiz 8.4% (1,491)	80.6pts
2008	Adam Clayton Powell 91.7% (30,189)	Norma Soriano 6.4% (2,123)	85.3pts
2006	Adam Clayton Powell 90.8% (15,629)	Dean Loren Velasco 9.2% (1,587)	81.6pts
2004	Adam Clayton Powell 100.0% (26,407)	Uncontested	—
2002	Adam Clayton Powell 86.3% (13,020)	Emma J. Jackson 12.2% (1,841)	74.1pts
2000	Adam Clayton Powell 93.6% (28,936)	Rose Pascale 6.4% (1,977)	87.2pts
1998	Nelson А. Denis 92.2% (17,830)	Henry M. Calderon 6.6% (1,270)	85.6pts
1996	Nelson Antonio Denis 80.6% (21,658)	Francisco Diaz, Jr. 14.2% (3,824)	66.4pts

Primary Elections

Year	Winner	Runner-up	Margin
2020 (Democratic)	Robert J. Rodriguez 56.0% (7,041)	Tamika Mapp 44.0% (5,541)	12.0pts
2018 (Democratic)	Robert J. Rodriguez 75.0% (10,814)	John Ruiz 25.0% (3,612)	50.0pts

Special Elections

Year	Winner	Runner-up	Margin
1995	Francisco Diaz, Jr. 60.1% (5,137)	William Del Toro 33.7% (2,880)	26.4pts

Source: NYS Board of Elections certified results. ⚡ = margin under 10 pts. District history reflects 2022 redistricted boundaries.

Voter Registration

73%

21%

Dem 73.3% Rep 5.9% Ind/Other 20.9%

District 68 Profile

Population 141,870

Median income $49,783

Median rent $1,384

Homeownership 11.7%

Education (BA+) 39.5%

Poverty rate 29.4%

Uninsured rate 6.6%

Unemployment rate 10.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024).

Demographics

White 25.1%

Black 29.5%

Hispanic 39.3%

Asian 9.6%

Median age 38.3

Foreign born 26.7%

Limited English households 13.1%

Veterans 1.5%

Disability rate 17.8%

Commute Mode

Drive alone 7.2%

Public transit 55.7%

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)

47

19

Years in office 5

Bill sponsorship from NYS Open Legislation API. Joint hearing appearances from NYS Senate hearing transcripts.

Floor Session Activity 2025–2026

A10079-A PASSED 2026-03-04

An act to amend the Education Law, in relation to the qualifications to serve as a member of the Citywide Council on English language learners and of the Citywide Council on High Schools

A05660 / S4106 PASSED 2025-04-29

Medical Aid in Dying Act (Death with Dignity)

The New York State Assembly passed landmark medical aid in dying legislation on Tuesday, April 29, establishing a program allowing terminally ill patients with less than six months to live to request medication to end their lives. The bill, sponsored by Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, passed after an emotional floor debate that transcended party lines, with members sharing deeply personal experiences of family deaths and end-of-life suffering. Supporters cited 30 years of data from ten states and Washington D.C. showing no abuse under similar laws, while opponents raised concerns about vulnerable populations, the adequacy of hospice care, and the vagueness of the six-month terminal illness standard. The legislation includes strict safeguards requiring multiple physician evaluations and a 15-day waiting period. The vote came after Paulin's 11-year effort to bring the bill to the floor.

A07442 PASSED 2025-04-07

Amend Chapter 219 of the Laws of 2003 regarding publishers providing printed instructional materials for college students with disabilities

A07442 PASSED 2025-04-07

Amend Chapter 219 of the Laws of 2003 regarding publishers or manufacturers providing printed instructional materials for college students with disabilities

A01432 2024-06-10

Removing the lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons

The New York Assembly debated A01432, sponsored by Speaker Pro Tem Aubry, which would remove the lifetime ban on jury service for individuals convicted of felonies, allowing them to serve once they complete their sentences and all obligations to the state, including parole and probation. Supporters, including Assemblyman Gibbs, argued the measure aligns with recent criminal justice reforms like banning the box and restoring voting rights, and that people who have experienced the criminal justice system bring valuable perspective to jury duty. Opponents, including former prosecutors Tannousis and McGowan, raised concerns that convicted felons may harbor bias against prosecutors or police—particularly if prosecuted by the same office—and that the bill undermines the jury selection process without addressing existing challenge mechanisms. Sponsor Aubry countered that existing voir dire and challenge processes allow attorneys to screen out biased jurors, and that there is no evidence convicted individuals will be systematically biased. The debate highlighted tensions between criminal justice reform and concerns about jury impartiality.

A01432 2024-06-07

Removal of lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons

The Assembly debated A01432, sponsored by Speaker Pro Tem Aubry, which would remove the lifetime ban on jury service for individuals convicted of felonies, allowing them to serve once they complete their sentences including parole and probation. The bill drew sharp criticism from former prosecutors Tannousis and McGowan, who argued that convicted felons may harbor bias against prosecutors or police and that the bill lacks safeguards preventing someone from serving on a jury in a case prosecuted by the same office that convicted them. They contended attorneys typically avoid seating jurors with criminal justice experience to preserve impartiality. Aubry countered that the state already allows felons to vote and hold office, and that existing voir dire and challenge processes allow attorneys to screen out biased jurors. Supporter Gibbs argued that once people repay their debt to society, they should enjoy full civic participation, noting recent reforms like ban-the-box and voting rights restoration. The bill received no vote in this segment.

A01432 2024-06-07

Removal of lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons

The Assembly debated A01432, sponsored by Speaker Pro Tem Aubry, which would remove the lifetime ban on jury service for individuals convicted of felonies who have completed their sentences, including parole and probation. Supporters, including Assemblyman Gibbs, argued that once individuals have repaid their debt to society, they should enjoy full civic participation rights consistent with recent reforms like voting rights restoration and Clean Slate legislation. Opponents, including former prosecutors Tannousis and McGowan, raised concerns that convicted felons may harbor bias against prosecutors or police departments and that allowing them to serve could compromise jury impartiality. The bill does not restrict which types of cases convicted felons can serve on or prohibit service in cases prosecuted by the office that originally convicted them. No vote tally was announced in this segment of the transcript.

A06854 PASSED 2024-05-30

An act to amend the Correction Law, in relation to establishing a program to purchase fresh produce from farms in the State for incarcerated individuals

A04904 PASSED 2024-05-23

An act to amend the Correction Law, in relation to rules and regulations for strip searches in correctional facilities

A860 2024-05-21

Authorization of the Department of Economic Development to give a preference to any tourist promotion agency that is promoting the sport of stickball

The Assembly took up A860, sponsored by Assemblyman Gibbs, which would authorize the Department of Economic Development to give preference to tourist promotion agencies promoting stickball. During floor debate, Assemblyman Goodell questioned whether current law already permits such organizations to receive economic development funds. Gibbs confirmed that under existing law, stickball promotion agencies are already eligible for these funds, though the bill would provide them with additional preference status. The measure drew audience support, with spectators in the gallery vocally backing the legislation. No vote was immediately taken on the bill.

A06025 PASSED 2024-05-21

Authorization of the Department of Economic Development to give a preference to tourist promotion agencies promoting the sport of stickball

The Assembly passed legislation authorizing the Department of Economic Development to give preference to tourist promotion agencies that promote stickball, despite concerns from the tourism industry. Sponsor Assemblyman Gibbs argued the preference would highlight stickball as a cultural tourism draw, particularly in communities like El Barrio where the sport has deep roots. However, Assemblyman Goodell and the New York State Hospitality and Tourism Association opposed the measure, contending that stickball organizations are already eligible for funding under current law and that creating a statutory preference would harm other tourism initiatives. Goodell cited a similar preference for cricket enacted two years prior that he said created significant funding problems for other tourism programs. Assemblywoman Peoples-Stokes countered that the state should proactively support emerging cultural sports and that the preference would not negatively impact established tourism destinations like Niagara Falls. The bill passed on a party-line vote, with the Democratic majority supporting it and Republicans generally opposed, though individual Republicans were free to vote yes.

A06992-A PASSED 2024-05-06

An act to amend the Veterans' Services Law, in relation to providing certain support for veterans to help alter their discharged status

A07085 2024-03-21

An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to requiring nursing homes to designate dedicated storage spaces for the storage of the bodies of deceased persons

A07464-A PASSED 2024-03-21

An act to amend the Civil Practice Law and Rules, in relation to renewals based on a subsequent change in law

The Assembly passed A07464-A, which allows parties to appeal to the Court of Appeals based on subsequent changes in law that occur after an initial Court of Appeals ruling. Sponsor Asm. Weinstein and co-sponsors advanced the measure, which would permit renewal of cases when legislative action changes the applicable law between the time of a Court of Appeals decision and final resolution in lower court. However, Asm.

A05019 PASSED 2024-01-22

An act to amend the Banking Law, in relation to prohibiting financial institutions from charging a fee for periodic paper statements.

A04009-A PASSED 2023-06-09

An act to amend the Correction Law, in relation to providing notice of voting rights to persons released from local jails

The Assembly passed A04009-A on June 9, sponsored by Asm. Gibbs and 30 co-sponsors, requiring that persons released from local correctional facilities receive information about how their incarceration affects their voting rights. The bill, which has been amended from prior versions, now provides information rather than voter registration materials. Mr. Goodell of the Republican Conference noted the language changes and explained that local jail incarceration does not result in loss of voting rights unless a felony conviction is involved. The Majority Conference supported the measure as an opportunity to facilitate voting access. A party vote was called, with the Republican Conference generally opposed and the Majority Conference in favor.

A07171 PASSED 2023-05-22

An act to amend Chapter 384 of the Laws of 1998 amending the Public Authorities Law relating to the powers of Terence Cardinal Cooke Health Care Center, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof

A04009 PASSED 2023-05-16

An act to amend the Correction Law, in relation to providing notice of voting rights to persons released from local jails

The Assembly passed A4009, sponsored by Assemblymember Gibbs, requiring local correction facilities to provide voting rights information to persons being released from jails. The bill mandates that released individuals receive notice of voting eligibility, voter registration forms, and information about voting mechanics and importance. Assemblymember Goodell opposed the measure as unnecessary, arguing that individuals arrested for misdemeanors do not lose voting rights and questioning why voting notifications are limited to jail releases rather than applied to other populations like those relocating or filing taxes. Assemblymember Gibbs defended the bill as addressing widespread public confusion about voting eligibility for those in the criminal justice system and as an essential component of rehabilitation and reintegration, particularly following 2021 legislation restoring voting rights to people with felony convictions upon release. The measure takes effect 90 days after enactment.

A04504-A LAID ASIDE 2023-05-08

An act to amend the Public Authorities Law, in relation to requiring one voting member of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority be a transit dependent individual.

Source: Official NY Assembly floor session transcripts (Granicus). AI-processed. Includes sessions from 2023 onward where transcripts are available.

Bill Focus Areas 2025–2026

bills

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.