State Rep. Anil Beephan Jr.
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Recent News About State Rep. Anil Beephan Jr.
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Beephan urges independent audit of MTA finances amid deficit concerns
Assemblyman Anil Beephan, representing East Fishkill, joined other Minority assembly members to advocate for a bill requiring the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to undergo an independent forensic audit.
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Beephan proposes mandatory background checks for youth service providers
Assemblyman Beephan has introduced legislation to mandate background checks for youth service providers.
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Beephan critiques Governor Hochul’s 2025 State of the State address
Governor Hochul's recent State of the State address highlighted several pressing issues such as affordability, public safety, and transportation.
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Beephan enters new legislative session with focus on reforms
As the 2025 legislative session begins in Albany, Dutchess County representative Beephan expressed optimism about the future.
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Roads renamed for Native American chief Daniel Nimham & local veteran Derick Franklin Brinckerhoff
Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R, C - East Fishkill) and Sen. Rob Rolison (R-39th District), along with Fishkill Supervisor Ozzy Albra, Highway Superintendent Carmine Istvan, members of the Fishkill Town Board, and representatives from the New York State Department of Transportation, commemorated the renaming of two roads in honor of local Dutchess County heroes Chief Daniel Nimham and Cpl. Derick Franklin Brinckerhoff.
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Assemblyman Beephan reflects on legislative successes and future challenges
Assemblyman Beephan Reflects on 2024 Legislative Session
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Congestion pricing postponed indefinitely following advocacy from Assemblyman Beephan
Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R,C-East Fishkill) has expressed approval of the recent decision to indefinitely postpone the planned congestion pricing measure. The measure, which was set to take effect in early summer, aimed to significantly increase tolls for individual vehicles entering certain areas of Manhattan.
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Beephan announces passage of 'Melanie's Law' in NY State Assembly
Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R,C-East Fishkill) has announced the passage of "Melanie's Law" in the New York State Assembly after two years of effort. The legislation addresses a loophole in order of protection laws that came to light following the tragic death of Melanie Chianese, a Dutchess County resident. Melanie was killed by her mother's ex-boyfriend, who had been barred from visiting Melanie’s mother and her son but not Melanie herself.
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Beephan Joins Legislative Colleagues For ‘Smokeout Act’ Press Conference
Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R,C-East Fishkill) stood alongside Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar (D-Queens) and other Assembly colleagues yesterday for a press conference introducing the Smokeout Act, a proposal aimed at addressing the proliferation of illegal marijuana businesses in New York."Local authorities are asking us to empower them by giving them the tools to manage the ongoing illegal marijuana business crisis, which I believe is a reasonable request," Beephan expressed during the conference. He emphasized the importance of granting local municipalities more...
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Assemblyman Beephan Disappointed Over Majority's Decision on Congestion Pricing Exemption Proposal
Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R,C-East Fishkill) expressed his disappointment at the Majority’s decision to hold one of his proposals from being debated and voted on in the Assembly today. Beephan's bill aimed to provide a central business district toll exemption for commuters from the Hudson Valley who serve critical roles in New York City.“It feels like a missed opportunity to provide some financial relief during a challenging economic time for employees who play critical roles in the day-to-day operations in New York City,” Beephan lamented.The Assemblyman...
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Beephan Calls for Bipartisan Support of ‘Melanie’s Law’
Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R,C-East Fishkill) led a press conference today, joined by legislative colleagues from the Assembly and state Senate, as they renewed their efforts to pass “Melanie’s Law” and move the legislation forward.“Melanie’s Law” (A.6026) seeks to address a loophole that currently limits orders of protection, leaving certain immediate family members vulnerable. The bill was introduced in response to the tragic death of Melanie Chianese, who was killed by her mother’s ex-partner. Melanie, an adult at the time, was not covered by her mother’s order of...