Candidate
Kristen S Gonzalez
Running for State Senator · District 59 in New York
Kristen Gonzalez is a Democratic State Senator representing New York's 59th District, encompassing parts of Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 2, 2026Artificial Intelligence Regulation
Gonzalez sponsors the New York AI Act to regulate AI development as the chair of the Senate’s Internet and Technology Committee.
source ↗Data Center Construction
She sponsored a bill to pause large-scale data center construction for one year due to concerns about the energy grid capacity.
source ↗Hospital Closures
Gonzalez introduced legislation to require hospitals to notify communities before closing, to help manage patient overflow.
source ↗Subminimum Wage for Tipped Workers
She reintroduced the One Fair Wage legislation to phase out the subminimum wage for tipped workers over five years.
source ↗Climate Change and Public Health
Gonzalez aims to address climate change's health impacts through the Build Public Renewables Act.
source ↗Democratic Socialism
She identifies as a democratic socialist and supports policies that foster a 'community of care.'
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🗳️ When to vote
Election day
Nov 3
in 60 days
Also running for State Senator
Sources
ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 11/07/2024). Verify details with your local election office.
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