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Asm. Amy Paulin
District 88
Democrat
First elected 2000
Amy Paulin has represented AD-88 since 2000 in a district rated D+30, with a voter registration breakdown of 50.0% Democrat, 20.2% Republican, and 26.7% Independent; her 2024 general election margin was 30.2 points over Thomas H. Fix Jr., and the district is rated Safe D across all 2026 electoral scenarios. AD-88 is a high-income, highly educated suburban district with a median household income of $183,035, a 70.9% bachelor's degree attainment rate, 75.0% homeownership, and a population that is 62.0% white, 15.0% Hispanic, 11.2% Asian, and 9.4% Black. With 347 bills sponsored in the 2025 session, Paulin's legislative focus is concentrated in Public Health (110 bills), followed by Education (32 bills), Social Services (27 bills), and Vehicle and Traffic (16 bills), reflecting a long-standing orientation toward health policy. Recent floor activity includes passed legislation on vaccine recommendation standards, insurance policy disclosure requirements, and open meetings and FOIL applicability to local development corporations.AI
Vulnerability Index AD-88
Base lean: D+32
Favorable D
Neutral
Favorable R
Scenario model: ±5pt national environment shift applied to district base lean (D+32). 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-88
General Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Amy Paulin 65.1% (44,946) | Thomas H. Fix Jr. 34.9% (24,065) | 30.2pts |
| 2022 | Amy Paulin 64.2% (34,340) | Thomas H. Fix Jr. 35.8% (19,185) | 28.4pts |
| 2020 | Amy R. Paulin 100.0% (49,861) | Uncontested | — |
| 2018 | Amy R. Paulin 100.0% (39,491) | Uncontested | — |
| 2016 | Amy R. Paulin 84.8% (42,527) | Anthony J. Decintio, Jr. 15.2% (7,643) | 69.6pts |
| 2014 | Amy R. Paulin 100.0% (23,413) | Uncontested | — |
| 2012 | Amy R. Paulin 100.0% (40,615) | Uncontested | — |
| 2010 | Amy R. Paulin 60.9% (22,539) | Rene Atayan 39.1% (14,492) | 21.8pts |
| 2008 | Amy R. Paulin 69.2% (35,153) | Anthony Pilla 30.8% (15,655) | 38.4pts |
| 2006 | Amy R. Paulin 72.4% (25,063) | Jim Coleman 27.6% (9,544) | 44.8pts |
| 2004 | Amy R. Paulin 100.0% (33,104) | Uncontested | — |
| 2002 | Amy R. Paulin 58.7% (20,076) | Tony Sayegh 41.3% (14,145) | 17.4pts |
| 2000 | Amy R. Paulin 60.0% (29,933) | Max DiFabio 37.8% (18,866) | 22.2pts |
| 1998 | Audrey G. Hochberg 94.1% (24,415) | Daniel L. Schweitzer 5.9% (1,530) | 88.2pts |
| 1996 | Audrey G. Hochberg 57.7% (27,679) | Sheila S. Stein 39.6% (18,987) | 18.1pts |
Source: NYS Board of Elections certified results. ⚡ = margin under 10 pts. District history reflects 2022 redistricted boundaries.
Voter Registration
District 88 Profile
Population
137,568
Median income
$183,035
Median rent
$2,218
Homeownership
75.0%
Education (BA+)
70.9%
Poverty rate
5.5%
Uninsured rate
2.9%
Unemployment rate
4.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024).
Demographics
White
62.0%
Black
9.4%
Hispanic
15.0%
Asian
11.2%
Median age
42.3
Foreign born
23.5%
Limited English households
4.6%
Veterans
2.5%
Disability rate
7.4%
Commute Mode
Drive alone
44.8%
Public transit
19.5%
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
347
Floor debate appearances
25
Years in office
26
Bill sponsorship from NYS Open Legislation API. Joint hearing appearances from NYS Senate hearing transcripts.
Floor Session Activity 2025–2026
A10711
2026-04-21
An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to immunization vaccines for children
The Assembly took up A10711, sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, which amends Public Health Law to allow the Commissioner of Health to base immunization standards on recommendations from multiple medical organizations rather than relying solely on the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). The bill was prompted by recent ACIP recommendations that eliminated six of 17 previously mandated vaccines, raising concerns among health commissioners nationwide. Paulin noted that other states with broader discretion for health commissioners were better protected from such changes. The legislation would allow the health commissioner to consider recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, American College of Physicians, American Academy of Family Physicians, and other nationally or internationally-recognized scientific organizations. Assemblyman Jensen conducted extensive questioning about the bill's relationship to federal authority, the decision-making processes of the listed medical organizations, and whether the legislation adequately distinguishes between ACIP recommendations and CDC guidance. Paulin clarified the bill applies only to immunizations and vaccines, and that the health commissioner would maintain discretion in making recommendations.
A01234
PASSED
2026-04-21
Vaccine recommendations and medical advisory standards
The Assembly passed a bill allowing New York's health commissioner to base vaccine recommendations on guidance from medical academies rather than solely on federal ACIP/CDC recommendations. During debate, Assemblyman Jensen questioned the transparency and peer-review standards of the academies, asking whether they publish recommendations annually and what would happen if different organizations provided conflicting guidance. Sponsor Assemblywoman Paulin responded that the academies are elected by pediatricians and that the bill gives the commissioner discretion to consider multiple organizations. Assemblywoman Walsh, speaking for the minority, characterized the bill as an overreaction to the current federal administration and noted opposition from the autism and disabilities community. The bill passed with the majority supporting it, though the minority conference voted against it.
A00173-A
PASSED
2026-03-31
Open meetings and Freedom of Information Laws applicability to certain not-for-profit corporations
The Assembly passed A00173-A, sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, requiring local development corporations and similar not-for-profit entities engaged in municipal economic development to comply with open meetings and Freedom of Information Laws. Paulin explained the bill clarifies legal obligations based on a 2011 Comptroller report and 2019 public hearing that identified LDCs improperly handling public funds and hiding information from the public. The bill extends public notice periods from 7 to 21 days and shifts LDC approval authority from the Department of State to the Authorities Budget Office. Paulin stated the bill does not change what LDCs can do, only requires transparency. Assemblyman Lemondes opposed the bill, expressing concern it could enable more sole-source contracting with less oversight and citing maintained opposition from the Economic Development Council and Council of Mayors. Paulin noted that the Association of Counties (NYSAC) withdrew its opposition after amendments extended notice periods. The Majority Conference voted in favor; the Minority Conference voted against.
A00173-A
PASSED
2026-03-31
Open meetings and Freedom of Information Laws applicability to certain not-for-profit corporations
The Assembly passed A00173-A, sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, subjecting local development corporations and similar not-for-profit entities engaged in municipal economic development to open meetings and Freedom of Information Law requirements. Paulin explained the bill clarifies existing legal obligations following a 2011 Comptroller report and 2019 public hearing documenting LDCs improperly hiding information and circumventing procurement laws with public funds. The bill extends public notice periods from seven to 21 days and requires LDCs to notify the Authorities Budget Office upon formation. Assemblyman Lemondes opposed the measure, citing concerns about sole-source contracting and noting opposition from the Economic Development Council and Council of Mayors, though he acknowledged the bill does not explicitly change contracting authority. Paulin noted that the Association of Counties (NYSAC) withdrew its opposition after the bill was amended to extend lease periods. The Majority Conference voted in favor; the Minority Conference voted against.
A04384-B
PASSED
2026-03-30
Amend Education Law regarding deadlines for filing nominating petitions for small city school board elections
A10542
PASSED
2026-03-30
Amend Public Health Law regarding sexual offense evidence collection kit procedures
The Assembly passed A10542, which extends the length of time that sexual offense evidence collection kits must be kept in locked, separate, and secure storage. Assemblywoman Walsh supported the measure, noting that recent initiatives including those by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office have significantly reduced the backlog of untested kits statewide, and that this bill will further improve the handling of such evidence.
A00593
2026-03-25
An act to amend the Vehicle and Traffic Law, in relation to requiring an official inspection station to post a sign or poster informing customers that it is not authorized to inspect certain vehicles
A02425
PASSED
2026-03-23
An act to amend the Social Services Law, in relation to payments of certain expenses by adoptive parents
A08382-A
PASSED
2026-03-19
An act to amend the Family Court Act, the Civil Practice Law and Rules, the Domestic Relations Law, the Executive Law, the Judiciary Law, the Social Services Law, the General Obligations Law, the Vehicle and Traffic Law, the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law, and the Education Law, in relation to substituting parentage for paternity and filiation; and to repeal certain provisions of the Family Court Act relating thereto
A08382-A
PASSED
2026-03-19
An act to amend the Family Court Act, the Civil Practice Law and Rules, the Domestic Relations Law, the Executive Law, the Judiciary Law, the Social Services Law, the General Obligations Law, the Vehicle and Traffic Law, the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law, and the Education Law, in relation to substituting parentage for paternity and filiation; and to repeal certain provisions of the Family Court Act relating thereto
A00852-B
PASSED
2026-03-17
An act to amend the General Business Law, in relation to requiring bicycles advertised for sale or resale in New York State to have an identifying serial number
The Assembly passed A00852-B, sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, extending existing serial number identification requirements for new bicycles to the resale market. The bill requires bicycles advertised for resale to include a photograph and at least the last four digits of the identifying serial number. The requirement applies to bicycles manufactured after January 1, 1989, and does not affect pre-1989 bicycles. During floor debate, Assemblyman Gandolfo questioned the practical utility for consumers, noting that prospective buyers cannot independently verify whether a serial number corresponds to a stolen bicycle. Ms. Paulin clarified the bill is designed primarily to assist law enforcement in investigating stolen bicycles by enabling police to search online listings for patterns of suspicious sales, similar to how the Department of Agriculture tracks puppy mills. Violations carry a $250 penalty, though first-time offenders typically receive warnings. The bill passed on a party-line vote with some minority support.
A08939-A
PASSED
2026-03-16
An act to amend the General Business Law, in relation to penalties for a lodging facility that fails to comply with certain requirements for providing information concerning services for human trafficking victims.
A00536-A
PASSED
2026-03-11
Amends Insurance Law to require insurers to provide summaries of readable and understandable insurance policies for auto and homeowners coverage
The Assembly passed A00536-A, requiring insurers to provide auto and homeowners policyholders with simplified, readable summaries of their coverage, on a party-line vote with the Majority Conference supporting and the Minority Conference opposing. Sponsor Asm. Paulin explained the bill mandates a one-page summary in large print and plain English covering coverage limits, policy terms, premiums, and major exclusions—information not currently consolidated in Declaration Pages. Paulin cited her personal experience with a missing auto policy exclusion when her daughter was hit by a car, arguing the summary would help consumers understand their policies. Opponents, led by Asm. Blankenbush, a licensed insurance agent since 1986, contended the required information already appears on Declaration Pages and that mandating a summary in red ink would only increase costs without benefit, as most consumers do not read policies. Mr. Gandolfo criticized the bill as government bureaucracy, noting it requires a 210-day advisory committee process to produce the summary. Mrs. Peoples-Stokes defended the bill, suggesting AI technology could easily create summaries at minimal cost to large insurance companies. The bill takes effect October 1st.
A01296-B / S COMPANION BILL NUMBER NOT SPECIFIED
PASSED
2026-03-10
An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to establishing the Rare Disease Advisory Council
The Assembly passed legislation establishing a permanent Rare Disease Advisory Council, making permanent a working group first created in 2020. The bill, sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, was amended to include appointments for the Minority Leaders of both the Assembly and Senate. Assemblywoman Walsh, who initially had reservations, withdrew her opposition after the amendment was adopted, citing the ALS Association's support for the measure. The council will continue oversight, awareness and advocacy work for rare disease patients across New York State.
A01039-A
PASSED
2026-02-24
Duty to inform certain patients about risks associated with cesarean section
A09471 / S05369
PASSED
2026-02-05
Amend Public Health Law relating to equity withdrawals by non-public residential health care facilities
A09480 / S05225-A
PASSED
2026-02-05
Amend Public Health Law relating to collecting and reporting sexual offense evidence on statewide electronic tracking system
A09515 / S138
2026-02-04
Chapter amendment to the Medical Aid in Dying Act — adds safeguards, restrictions, clarifying language and technical changes
The Assembly debated a chapter amendment to New York's Medical Aid in Dying Act (A09515/S138) sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, which adds safeguards and clarifications to the law enacted in 2025. The amendment requires attending physicians to conduct in-person examinations unless extraordinary hardship exists, limits the program to New York State residents, mandates mental health evaluations, and requires all patient requests be recorded. During floor debate, Assemblyman Jensen raised concerns about potential "doctor shopping," the definition of extraordinary hardship, and whether patients could seek second opinions from mental health providers if the first declines to participate. Assemblywoman Walsh questioned residency verification standards, the scope of mental health evaluations, insurance coverage, and safe medication disposal. Sponsor Paulin clarified that consulting physicians and mental health providers may use telehealth, that all three providers must agree to proceed, and that the Department of Health will establish regulations on medication disposal. The bill includes a 180-day effective date to allow providers time to establish protocols. No vote was taken during this segment.
A04382-A
PASSED
2026-02-03
An act to amend the Education Law, in relation to providing that elections to fill an increased number of seats on a school board will be conducted at the annual meeting after the number of seats was increased
The Assembly passed A04382-A, sponsored by Asm. Paulin, which amends the Education Law to provide that elections to fill an increased number of school board seats will be conducted at the annual meeting after the number of seats was increased.
A09217 / S____
2026-01-28
An act to amend the Penal Law and Education Law in relation to excluding certain medication from being deemed unlawful to prescribe or dispense; and to amend the Education Law in relation to excluding certain medication from being deemed misbranded.
The New York State Assembly debated A09217, sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, which would protect healthcare providers from criminal penalties under state law if the FDA changes its approval or labeling of Mifepristone and other medication abortion drugs. The bill would allow existing drugs already on pharmacy shelves to continue being dispensed even if federal approval status changes, and would align New York's standards with World Health Organization guidance rather than FDA requirements. Supporters argued the measure protects women's access to medication abortion, which has been safely used in 100 countries and is the primary form of abortion in New York. Opponents, including Assemblywoman Walsh, Assemblyman Durso, and Assemblyman Smullen, raised constitutional concerns about bypassing FDA authority in favor of WHO guidance, particularly after the U.S. formally withdrew from the WHO on January 22, 2025. Critics also questioned the bill's consistency, noting it exempts only abortion medications from FDA oversight while not addressing other drugs with comparable or worse safety profiles. Durso raised practical concerns about whether the bill protects only dispensers or also patients and those transporting the drug across state lines. The debate remained unresolved at the time of this transcript segment, with no vote recorded.
A07894-C
PASSED
2026-01-27
An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to permitting the use of cremation or natural organic reduction as the method of disposition for certain decedents
A01541-A
PASSED
2026-01-21
An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to establishing the Cesarean Births Review Board
A09453 / S5922-A
PASSED
2026-01-21
An act to amend the Labor Law, in relation to requiring employers to include an opioid antagonist in first aid supplies required by Federal law
A09486 / S4585
PASSED
2026-01-21
An act to amend the Public Health Law and the Insurance Law, in relation to oversight of continuing care retirement communities
A09488 / S3360
PASSED
2026-01-21
An act to amend the Public Health Law relating to permitting a close friend to make an anatomical gift of a decedent's body
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.