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Asm. Latrice Walker
District 55
Democrat
First elected 2015
Latrice Walker has represented AD-55, a D+74 district in Brooklyn, since first winning election in 2015, and holds one of the most lopsided electoral records in the chamber — her 2024 margin was 83.4 points against the same Republican opponent she has faced repeatedly, and her district is rated Safe D across all modeled environments, including a favorable Republican scenario. The district is majority-Black (66.5%), with a 30.9% poverty rate, 16.6% homeownership rate, a median household income of $47,692, and voter registration that is 77.5% Democratic against 3.6% Republican. Walker sponsored 91 bills in the 2025 session, with election law comprising the single largest focus at 19 bills, followed by criminal procedure at 8 bills and education, executive, social services, and tax law at 5 bills each. No committee chairmanship is indicated in this brief.AI
Vulnerability Index AD-55
Base lean: D+83
Favorable D
Neutral
Favorable R
- Limited contested election data — registration lean used as primary signal
Scenario model: ±5pt national environment shift applied to district base lean (D+83). 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-55
General Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Latrice Walker 91.7% (28,825) | Berneda W. Jackson 8.3% (2,612) | 83.4pts |
| 2022 | Latrice Monique Walker 93.0% (16,766) | Berneda W. Jackson 4.6% (830) | 88.4pts |
| 2020 | Latrice Walker 95.4% (37,501) | Berneda W. Jackson 4.6% (1,826) | 90.8pts |
| 2018 | Latrice M. Walker 98.2% (27,910) | Berneda W. Jackson 1.8% (513) | 96.4pts |
| 2016 | Latrice M. Walker 97.6% (35,352) | Berneda W. Jackson 2.4% (869) | 95.2pts |
| 2014 | Latrice Monique Walker 92.4% (10,640) | Lori A. Boozer 5.2% (597) | 87.2pts |
| 2012 | William F. Boyland, Jr. 95.0% (30,847) | Bilal Malik 3.0% (979) | 92.0pts |
| 2010 | William F. Boyland, Jr. 96.6% (15,332) | Robert A. Marshall 3.4% (543) | 93.2pts |
| 2008 | William F. Boyland, Jr. 98.1% (27,326) | Jonathan Anderson 1.9% (516) | 96.2pts |
| 2006 | William F. Boyland, Jr. 96.0% (10,505) | Rose Laney 4.0% (440) | 92.0pts |
| 2004 | William F. Boyland, Jr. 96.5% (23,768) | Rose Laney 3.5% (867) | 93.0pts |
| 2002 | William Frank Boyland 93.4% (12,139) | Abdur Rahman Farrakhan 6.6% (856) | 86.8pts |
| 2000 | William F. Boyland 97.7% (22,074) | Edwin Anderson 1.5% (335) | 96.2pts |
| 1998 | William F. Boyland 97.4% (13,407) | Diana Muniz 2.6% (362) | 94.8pts |
| 1996 | William F. Boyland 100.0% (16,910) | Uncontested | — |
Primary Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 (Democratic) | Latrice M. Walker 74.4% (4,276) | Darlene Mealy 25.6% (1,475) | 48.8pts |
| 2014 (Democratic) | Latrice Monique Walker 39.9% (1,930) | Lori A. Boozer 22.3% (1,078) | 17.6pts |
Source: NYS Board of Elections certified results. ⚡ = margin under 10 pts. District history reflects 2022 redistricted boundaries.
Voter Registration
District 55 Profile
Population
134,599
Median income
$47,692
Median rent
$1,307
Homeownership
16.6%
Education (BA+)
23.4%
Poverty rate
30.9%
Uninsured rate
7.5%
Unemployment rate
13.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024).
Demographics
White
8.3%
Black
66.5%
Hispanic
20.8%
Asian
1.9%
Median age
36.2
Foreign born
32.0%
Limited English households
7.6%
Veterans
1.7%
Disability rate
16.2%
Commute Mode
Drive alone
17.4%
Public transit
61.0%
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
91
Joint hearing appearances
1
Floor debate appearances
25
Years in office
11
Bill sponsorship from NYS Open Legislation API. Joint hearing appearances from NYS Senate hearing transcripts.
Floor Session Activity 2025–2026
A06338
PASSED
2026-01-27
An act to amend the Executive Law, in relation to defining a victim of a sexual offense
A09506
PASSED
2026-01-20
Requiring social services districts to maintain a waiting list of certain families applying for child care assistance
A09445
PASSED
2026-01-20
Prohibiting the use of infant walkers in child care facilities
The Assembly passed A09445, sponsored by Assemblywoman Paulin, prohibiting the use of infant walkers in child care facilities. Assemblymember Sempolinski voted against the measure, arguing that while child safety is paramount, the bill should include a carve-out for special needs children who may benefit from infant walkers for physical therapy. Sempolinski cited his daughter with Down Syndrome, whose use of an infant walker helped her develop the strength and confidence to walk, and expressed concern that the blanket prohibition denies this therapeutic tool to children with legitimate medical needs.
A08706 / S08185
PASSED
2025-06-17
An act to amend the Civil Practice Law and Rules, in relation to prohibiting certain entities from negotiating contracts or settlements releasing liability for tortious acts within thirty days of such act
A08706
2025-06-13
An act to amend the Civil Practice Law and Rules, in relation to prohibiting certain entities from negotiating any contracts or settlements releasing such entitles from liability for a tortious or potentially tortious act within thirty days of such act
A07145 / S____
PASSED
2025-05-21
An act to amend the Social Services Law, in relation to requiring social services districts to maintain a waiting list of certain families applying for child care assistance
A03009-C
PASSED
2025-05-08
Budget Bill - comprehensive tax and revenue legislation including inflation refund credit, middle-class tax cut, child tax credit enhancement, real estate investor restrictions, MTA funding changes, and various tax credit extensions
The New York State Assembly passed the comprehensive $2025-26 budget bill (A03009-C) on May 8, implementing major revenue and spending provisions including an $2 billion one-time inflation refund credit for 8.2 million New Yorkers, a phased middle-class income tax cut beginning in 2026, and a five-year extension of the millionaire tax expected to generate $4.8 billion annually. The budget also includes a three-year enhancement to the Empire State Child Tax Credit benefiting 1.6 million filers and 2.8 million children; a bell-to-bell smartphone ban in schools; universal school meals; housing access vouchers; and restrictions on institutional real estate investors requiring a 90-day waiting period before purchase. The bill reduces state revenues by $2.7 billion in fiscal year 2025-26, with out-year reductions of $1.7 billion and $1.1 billion in subsequent years. Minority Leader Ra criticized the overall spending increase of $13 billion and questioned whether the modest tax cuts and one-time rebates adequately address New York's high-tax status and business competitiveness. Assemblymember Sempolinski opposed $111 million in film tax credits, arguing the funds should prioritize wages for care workers serving vulnerable populations. Despite concerns raised during debate, the bill passed with support from the Democratic majority.
A03009-C
PASSED
2025-05-08
Budget Bill - comprehensive tax and revenue legislation including inflation refund credit, middle-class tax cut, child tax credit enhancement, real estate investor restrictions, MTA payroll tax changes, film and theatrical tax credits, and various other tax provisions
The New York State Assembly passed the $2.7 billion revenue reduction budget bill (A03009-C) on May 8, implementing major tax and spending provisions including an $2 billion one-time inflation refund credit for 8.2 million New Yorkers, a phased middle-class income tax cut beginning in 2026, and a three-year enhancement to the Empire State Child Tax Credit benefiting 1.6 million filers and 2.8 million children. The budget extends the temporary millionaire tax for five additional years, projected to generate $4.8 billion annually. The bill also includes restrictions on institutional real estate investors requiring a 90-day market waiting period and prohibiting depreciation deductions, increases to the MTA payroll tax generating $1.4 billion annually with differentiated rates for New York City and suburban zones, and extensions of film and theatrical production tax credits. Debate highlighted concerns from Minority Leader Ra about fiscal sustainability, with the budget increasing overall spending by $13 billion while creating out-year deficits approaching $29 billion. Assemblymember Sempolinski opposed the bill, criticizing $111 million in film tax credits as misaligned priorities. Members speaking in favor praised provisions including universal school meals, smartphone bans in schools, housing vouchers, and increased funding for vulnerable populations.
A03009-C
PASSED
2025-05-08
Budget Bill - comprehensive tax and revenue legislation including inflation refund credit, middle-class tax cut, child tax credit enhancement, real estate investor restrictions, MTA funding changes, and various tax credit extensions
The New York State Assembly passed a comprehensive $2.7 billion revenue-reduction budget bill (A03009-C) on May 8, implementing major tax and spending provisions including a one-time $2 billion inflation refund credit for 8.2 million New Yorkers, a phased middle-class income tax cut beginning in 2026, and a three-year enhancement to the Empire State Child Tax Credit benefiting 1.6 million filers and 2.8 million children. The bill extends the temporary millionaire tax for five additional years, projected to generate $4.8 billion annually, and includes restrictions on institutional real estate investors requiring a 90-day market waiting period and prohibiting depreciation deductions. The budget also increases MTA funding through payroll tax changes generating $1.4 billion annually and raises the MTA bonding cap by $25 billion. Minority Leader Ra criticized the overall package as fiscally unsustainable, noting $13 billion in increased spending and nearly $29 billion in projected out-year deficits, while questioning reliance on high-income earners and repeated MTA tax increases. Assemblymember Sempolinski opposed $111 million in film tax credits as misaligned priorities. Supporters highlighted provisions including universal school meals, smartphone bans in schools, housing vouchers, and increased funding for vulnerable populations.
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.
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.
A05834
PASSED
2025-03-04
An act to amend the Election Law, in relation to early voting for certain special elections; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof
A02565
2025-02-10
Criminal Procedure Law amendment establishing the New York Electronic Communications Privacy Act (NYECPA)
A10357
2024-06-03
An act to amend the Election Law, in relation to voting rights; to amend Chapter 226 of the Laws of 2022 establishing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York, making technical changes and repealing certain provisions
A01244
PASSED
2024-06-03
New York Voting Rights Act amendments
The Assembly passed amendments to the New York Voting Rights Act following debate over specificity requirements and enforcement mechanisms. Sponsor Asm. Walker explained the amendments require notification letters to specify potential violations and contain supporting facts, extend the Civil Rights Bureau's review period from 45 to 60 days, and broaden the definition of deceptive conduct to address modern threats like deepfakes and artificial intelligence. Asm. Ra expressed concern that the provision allowing failure to specify violations to not be a basis for dismissal undermines the bill's purpose of encouraging pre-litigation resolution and good-faith negotiations. Mr. Goodell opposed the bill, arguing the contradictory language—requiring specificity while allowing dismissal failure to be no impediment—conflicts with standards applied in other civil litigation. Mrs. Peoples-Stokes commended the sponsor's work and voted in favor. The Republican Conference was generally opposed; the Majority Conference was generally in favor. The bill passed.
A07555-A
PASSED
2024-06-03
Technical amendment to gun violence public nuisance law
The Assembly passed a technical amendment to the 2021 gun violence public nuisance law on June 3, sponsored by Ms. Fahy. The amendment removes language limiting the law's application to firearms shipped in interstate or foreign commerce, expanding it to include firearms manufactured and sold solely within New York State. Supporters argued the change clarifies the law's intent to address both interstate and intrastate gun trafficking and responds to the ongoing crisis of gun violence and mass shootings. Opponents contended the amendment unconstitutionally expands the law's scope beyond the original intent, violates the state constitution by incorporating federal law by reference without including the actual federal language, and delegates legislative power to Congress. The Republican Conference opposed the bill while the Democratic majority supported it.
A10357
2024-06-03
An act to amend the Election Law in relation to voting rights; to amend Chapter 226 of the Laws of 2022 establishing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York, making technical changes and creating civil liability for voter intimidation
A01243
PASSED
2024-06-03
Amendments to the New York Voting Rights Act
The Assembly passed amendments to the New York Voting Rights Act following debate over notification and remedy procedures. The amendments require that notification letters specify potential violations and contain supporting facts, extend the Civil Rights Bureau's review period from 45 to 60 days, and broaden Section 12 language to address deceptive or fraudulent communications including deepfakes and artificial intelligence. Sponsor Assemblywoman Walker defended the amendments as balancing specificity with good-faith negotiation, explaining that while notification letters should specify violations, failure to do so does not bar judicial action. Assemblymember Ra questioned whether the Civil Rights Bureau can properly evaluate remedies when violations are not clearly cited, and expressed ongoing concerns about remedies that may require legislative action. Assemblymember Goodell opposed the bill, criticizing the contradictory requirement that notification letters specify violations while simultaneously stating that failure to specify is not a basis for dismissal. The bill passed with support from the Majority Conference.
A07555-A
PASSED
2024-06-03
Technical amendment to gun violence public nuisance law
The Assembly passed a technical amendment to 2021 legislation designating gun violence as a public nuisance, expanding the definition of regulated firearms to include those manufactured and sold wholly within New York State. Sponsor Ms. Fahy said the amendment clarifies the original law's intent to address gun violence and applies to both interstate and intrastate movement of firearms. However, Asm. Goodell raised constitutional concerns, arguing the amendment unconstitutionally expands the law beyond its original focus on the "Iron Pipeline" of illegal guns, incorporates federal law by reference in violation of state constitutional provisions, and would allow Congress to change the scope of New York law without legislative action. Multiple members spoke passionately about recent gun violence incidents in their districts, including a 12-year-old shooting a 14-year-old and officers being shot by a man with no criminal record. Republicans generally opposed the bill while Democrats supported it.
A07194
PASSED
2024-05-16
An act to amend the Correction Law, in relation to Certificates of Relief from Disabilities
The Assembly passed legislation making the issuance of Certificates of Relief from Disabilities mandatory rather than discretionary for individuals meeting specified prerequisites. The bill allows formerly incarcerated individuals to more readily access housing, education, financial aid, and employment opportunities. Assemblywoman Walker supported the measure as providing multiple pathways for reintegration and public safety. Assemblyman Goodell opposed it, arguing that discretionary review by courts or parole boards is necessary to consider factors beyond the stated prerequisites and to protect public safety during the interim period before automatic conviction sealing takes effect. The Democratic majority supported the bill.
A06549
PASSED
2024-04-02
Hospital closure notification and community engagement
The New York State Assembly passed legislation requiring hospitals to provide 270 days' notice before closing emergency departments, maternity wards, mental health services, substance abuse services, or specialty care units, with mandatory community engagement and Department of Health review. Sponsor Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer Simon argued the bill protects public health by ensuring communities have input on hospital closures, citing threatened closures at Beth Israel Hospital in Manhattan, SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn, and 27 rural hospitals statewide. Supporters including Assemblymembers Epstein, Lee, and Walker emphasized that hospital closure decisions are currently made in private boardrooms without public input, despite affecting hundreds of thousands of residents' access to care. Opponents Assemblymembers Jensen and Goodell raised concerns that the extended timeline could cause staff departures and supply chain disruptions, and noted the bill provides no funding to help hospitals survive the notice period. The bill includes penalties beginning at $2,000 per incident, at the discretion of the Department of Health Commissioner. The Assembly passed the bill on a party-line vote, with the Majority Conference voting in the affirmative and the Republican Conference generally opposed, though members were permitted to vote their conscience.
A09310-A
PASSED
2024-02-28
An act to amend the State Law, in relation to establishing congressional districts; and to repeal Article 7 of such law relating thereto
The New York State Assembly passed legislation on Wednesday establishing four designated judicial venues—New York County, Westchester County, Albany County, and Erie County—for all future reapportionment and redistricting challenges. The bill (A09310-A), sponsored by Asm. Zebrowski, aims to centralize expertise and discourage venue shopping in apportionment cases. Supporters argued that specialized courts with concentrated expertise are necessary to protect voting rights and democratic integrity, comparing the approach to federal specialized courts like the Tax Court. However, critics contended the measure effectively disenfranchises rural residents in the state's 62 counties who lack convenient access to the four designated venues, with some calling it unconstitutional. Asm. Goodell questioned why the Legislature would not designate Steuben County, where a judge's reapportionment ruling was repeatedly affirmed on appeal. The bill passed following extended debate over access to courts and the proper balance between judicial expertise and constitutional rights.
A08566 / S214-A
PASSED
2024-02-07
Chapter Amendment to expand eligibility for victims and survivors of crime to access victim compensation funds; removes mandatory law enforcement reporting requirement
The Assembly passed a Chapter Amendment to expand victim compensation eligibility and remove mandatory law enforcement reporting requirements for crime victims who access services through victim service providers. Sponsored by Assemblymember Meeks, the bill drew sharp debate over whether protecting victim confidentiality undermines prosecution efforts and domestic violence prevention. Opponents, led by Assemblymember Goodell, argued the measure makes it unlawful to report crimes and prevents information sharing needed to prosecute abusers and obtain Orders of Protection—tools the Governor identified as critical to breaking cycles of violence. Supporters countered that mandatory reporting can escalate dangerous situations and that over 90 percent of crime victims avoid services due to fear and mistrust of law enforcement. Assemblymember Peoples-Stokes noted that Orders of Protection don't always protect victims and that different communities have different relationships with police. The bill passed without a recorded tally being announced.
A02656
PASSED
2024-01-22
An act to amend the Insurance Law, in relation to permitting pregnant women to enroll in health insurance during a special enrollment period without penalty.
S587 / A568
2023-06-21
An act to amend the Election Law, in relation to mandatory training curriculum for poll workers
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.