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Asm. MaryJane Shimsky

District 92 Democrat First elected 2023

MaryJane Shimsky represents AD-92, a heavily Democratic district carrying a D+33 partisan lean, where registered Democrats outnumber Republicans 49,015 to 17,633 (51.1% to 18.4%), with an additional 25,941 independents. First elected in 2023, she won her 2024 general election with 65.8% of the vote against Alessandro Crocco, a margin of 31.6 points, and her district is rated Safe D across all modeled scenarios for 2026. AD-92 is a high-income, majority-homeowner district with a median household income of $141,984, a 61.5% bachelor's degree attainment rate, and a homeownership rate of 71.3%, reflecting a predominantly suburban Westchester County constituency. In the 2025 session, Shimsky sponsored 33 bills, with her primary focus areas including Criminal Procedure and Real Property Tax (3 bills each), Environmental Conservation, General Municipal, Taxation, and Vehicle and Traffic (2 bills each).AI

Vulnerability Index

Base lean: D+35

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Scenario model: ±5pt national environment shift applied to district base lean (D+35). 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

General Elections

Year Winner Runner-up Margin
2024 MaryJane C. Shimsky 65.8% (44,569) Alessandro Crocco 34.2% (23,200) 31.6pts
2022 MaryJane C. Shimsky 66.0% (34,298) Carlo Valente 34.0% (17,639) 32.0pts
2020 Thomas J. Abinanti 100.0% (51,808) Uncontested
2018 Thomas J. Abinanti 100.0% (41,362) Uncontested
2016 Thomas J. Abinanti 100.0% (45,735) Uncontested
2014 Thomas J. Abinanti 62.1% (21,912) Mike Duffy 37.9% (13,365) 24.2pts
2012 Thomas J. Abinanti 100.0% (41,062) Uncontested
2010 Thomas J. Abinanti 64.9% (25,352) Thomas J. Bock 35.1% (13,726) 29.8pts
2008 Richard L. Brodsky 100.0% (41,624) Uncontested
2006 Richard L. Brodsky 94.1% (30,023) Gerard R. Gershonowitz 5.9% (1,870) 88.2pts
2004 Richard L. Brodsky 100.0% (36,427) Uncontested
2002 Richard L. Brodsky 94.2% (23,488) Eileen G. Prunty 5.8% (1,437) 88.4pts
2000 Alexander J. Gromack 94.7% (34,873) Margaret M. Fitton 5.3% (1,934) 89.4pts
1998 Alexander J. Gromack 70.7% (26,778) Gilbert R. Camacho 29.3% (11,078) 41.4pts
1996 Alexander J. Gromack 67.5% (32,555) Charles D. Wasserman 29.3% (14,118) 38.2pts

Primary Elections

Year Winner Runner-up Margin
2020 (Democratic) Thomas J. Abinanti 55.5% (10,054) Jennifer Anna Williams 44.5% (8,065) 11.0pts

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

Voter Registration

51%
18%
31%
Dem 51.1% Rep 18.4% Ind/Other 30.6%

District 92 Profile

Population 139,106
Median income $141,984
Median rent $2,224
Homeownership 71.3%
Education (BA+) 61.5%
Poverty rate 6.4%
Uninsured rate 2.9%
Unemployment rate 5.7%

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

Demographics

White 61.3%
Black 8.9%
Hispanic 20.2%
Asian 8.1%
Median age 41.8
Foreign born 22.4%
Limited English households 4.6%
Veterans 3.3%
Disability rate 9.0%

Commute Mode

Drive alone 50.4%
Public transit 13.9%

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 33
Floor debate appearances 25
Years in office 3

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

Floor Session Activity

A10703 PASSED 2026-04-20
Direct Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets to conduct study on vertical farming
A10703 PASSED 2026-04-20
Authorize Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets to conduct study on vertical farming
A07796 PASSED 2026-03-23
An act to amend the Public Officers Law, in relation to accessing records under the Freedom of Information Law
A10514-A PASSED 2026-03-23
An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to guidance, recommendations and best practices related to incorporating placenta accreta spectrum screenings into routine prenatal care
The Assembly passed A10514-A, legislation requiring the New York State Department of Health to develop guidance and best practices for incorporating placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) screenings into routine prenatal care. Sponsor Zaccaro noted that PAS incidence has surged from 1 in 1,250 pregnancies in 1980 to 1 in 272 by 2025, often going undetected until delivery and causing life-threatening complications. The bill mandates standardized, evidence-based screening guidelines to ensure consistent assessments across providers. Assemblywoman Forrest praised the legislation as part of addressing Black maternal health disparities. The bill passed on consent.
A03987-A PASSED 2026-02-05
Designate security officers for Village of Pleasantville court as peace officers
A03988-A PASSED 2026-02-05
Grant security officers serving at Village of Ardsley Village Court peace officer status
A00618 PASSED 2026-01-27
An act to amend the Labor Law, in relation to the Commissioner's duty to ensure employers inform employees about certain provisions in employment contracts
A00617-A PASSED 2026-01-12
An act to amend the Legislative Law, in relation to the term 'reportable business relationship' as it relates to certain employees of the State University of New York and the City University of New York
A777 PASSED 2025-06-17
Library book collection management and school library materials
The Assembly passed A777, legislation that grants the State Education Commissioner authority over school library book collections, in a contentious floor debate on June 17 that exposed deep divisions over intellectual freedom, parental rights, and local control. Supporters, including Assemblywoman Shimsky, argued the bill protects students' access to books that help them understand their identities and prevents censorship that corrodes democracy. Opponents, led by Assemblyman Durso and others, contended the measure strips authority from locally elected school boards and parents, arguing the real issue is age-appropriate placement of sexually explicit materials in children's sections, not book banning. Several members expressed concerns about granting excessive power to the Education Commissioner. The bill passed without a recorded tally being announced in this segment.
A08677 PASSED 2025-06-13
An act in relation to authorizing the city of Yonkers to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands
A08682 PASSED 2025-06-13
An act to amend Chapter 118 of the Laws of 1969, relating to a separate union free school district in the Town of Greenburgh in the County of Westchester, in relation to property used by the Greenburgh North Castle Union Free School District number 12 and authorizing such school district to affiliate with Rising Ground, Inc.
A06428-A PASSED 2025-06-13
An act in relation to enacting the "County of Westchester Public Works Investment Act"; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.
A06741 PASSED 2025-06-09
An act to amend the Judiciary Law, in relation to increasing the daily rate of compensation for interpreters in town and village courts
The Assembly passed legislation sponsored by Asm. Conrad increasing the daily compensation rate for interpreters in town and village courts from $25 per day to $110 per day. The rate has remained unchanged since 1990. Conrad argued the increase is necessary because interpreter demand has grown significantly due to multiple languages and services for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, and the current rate makes it difficult to attract qualified interpreters. The bill is supported by the New York State Magistrate's Association and Association of Towns. Asm. Walsh raised concerns that the quadrupling of the rate creates an unfunded mandate on counties, noting that towns and villages already pay above the $25 rate when interpreters demand higher fees. Asm. Shimsky supported the bill, arguing that language fluency is a serious skill requiring thousands of hours of effort and should not be compensated at such low rates. Asm. Buttenschon, a former court clerk, commended the sponsor for addressing the need for interpreters to help non-English speakers understand court proceedings. The Republican Conference voted against the bill; the Majority Conference voted in favor.
A06741 PASSED 2025-06-09
An act to amend the Judiciary Law, in relation to increasing the daily rate of compensation for interpreters in town and village courts
The Assembly passed A06741, sponsored by Asm. Conrad, increasing the daily compensation rate for interpreters in town and village courts from $25 to $110 per day—the first increase since 1990. Conrad explained that the outdated rate fails to meet current demand for interpreters in multiple languages and for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. The funds come from court fees, fines, and court-ordered payments held in county trust accounts, not direct county appropriations. Asm. Walsh raised concerns that the quadrupling of the rate constitutes an unfunded mandate on municipalities, which must cover any interpreter fees exceeding $110. She noted that counties already face uncontrolled costs from recent increases to 18B attorney rates. Conrad countered that Erie County towns and villages submitted only $4,400 in reimbursement requests in 2024 (approximately 176 days at the current rate) and that state courts pay $385 for full-day interpreter services. The bill is supported by the New York State Magistrate's Association and the Association of Towns. Asm. Shimsky and Asm. Buttenschon, a former town court clerk, spoke in favor, emphasizing that professional interpretation is a valuable skill and necessary for fair court proceedings.
A06721-A PASSED 2025-06-06
An act to amend the Executive Law, in relation to providing confidentiality for communications arising out of law enforcement peer support counseling
The Assembly passed A06721-A, sponsored by Asm. Judy Griffin, establishing confidentiality protections for law enforcement peer support counseling communications. The bill creates a formal peer-to-peer mental health support program for police officers modeled on the successful Joseph P. Dwyer program for veterans. Multiple members spoke in support, emphasizing that law enforcement officers face suicide rates 54 percent higher than the general population and that peer support with confidentiality protections is critical to address the trauma officers experience responding to violent crimes and life-threatening situations. Asm. Griffin noted the legislation was years in the making with input from police organizations statewide, including the Nassau County PBA. The bill passed with broad bipartisan support, with speakers including former law enforcement officer Asm. O'Pharrow and members from across the state.
A07845 PASSED 2025-06-06
An act to amend the Public Health Law, in relation to establishing a State Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Motor Neuron Disease (MND) Registry
A08465 PASSED 2025-06-05
An act to amend the Labor Law, in relation to prevailing wage for those involved in the hauling of concrete and asphalt
The Assembly passed A08465, a multi-sponsored bill amending Labor Law to establish prevailing wage requirements for those involved in hauling concrete and asphalt. The measure was considered on the consent calendar. Asm. Palmesano voted against the bill, citing concerns that the term 'public works website' is not defined and questioning whether utilities performing excavation work would be required to pay prevailing wage for hauling under the legislation. Palmesano expressed concern that such requirements could increase costs passed to ratepayers at a time when utility rates are rising across the board.
A00617-A PASSED 2025-06-04
An act to amend the Legislative Law, in relation to the term 'reportable business relationship' as it relates to certain employees of the State University of New York and the City University of New York
A00617-A PASSED 2025-06-04
An act to amend the Legislative Law, in relation to the term 'reportable business relationship' as it relates to certain employees of the State University of New York and the City University of New York
A00617-A PASSED 2025-06-04
An act to amend the Legislative Law, in relation to the term 'reportable business relationship' as it relates to certain employees of the State University of New York and the City University of New York
A08465 2025-05-29
An act to amend the Labor Law, in relation to prevailing wage for those involved in the hauling of concrete and asphalt
A06220 PASSED 2025-05-19
Hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in a village in the Town of Mount Pleasant
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.
A06433 PASSED 2025-04-30
An act to amend Chapter 504 of the Laws of 2016, amending the Tax Law relating to authorizing the Town of Greenburgh to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in a village; authorizing specified villages in the towns of Greenburgh and Mount Pleasant to adopt local laws to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax in such villages, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof
A07601 PASSED 2025-04-30
An act to amend Chapter 383 of the Laws of 1991, relating to the incorporation of the New York Zoological Society in relation to extending the expiration date of free one-day admission to the zoological park

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

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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.