Candidate
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
Running for State Senator · District 23 in New York
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton is the current State Senator for New York's 23rd District, encompassing parts of Staten Island and Southern Brooklyn. She has served in this role since January 2023.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 1, 2026Hate Crimes Prevention
Senator Scarcella-Spanton led a bipartisan effort to increase funding for the Hate Crimes Grant Program from $25 million to $100 million.
source ↗Veterans Affairs
As Chair of the Senate Committee on Veterans, she actively advocates for legislation that benefits New York veterans.
source ↗Childcare
Senator Scarcella-Spanton has identified universal childcare as one of her top legislative priorities.
source ↗Higher Education
She emphasizes the necessity of quality and affordable higher education, drawing on her experiences at CUNY.
source ↗Disability Services
Senator Scarcella-Spanton secured funding for CP Unlimited's Cora Hoffman Center to support the Staten Island community with diverse disabilities.
source ↗Biofuel Legislation
She introduced a bill allowing specific bioheating fuels to be blended with or replace fossil heating oil.
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🗳️ When to vote
Election day
Nov 3
in 60 days
Also running for State Senator
Sources
- About Jessica Scarcella-Spanton | NYSenate.gov
- Nily Rozic - Assembly District 25 |Assembly Member Directory | New York State Assembly
- Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
- Our Conference – New York Senate Democrats
- Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (D-NY-023) | Empire State Energy Association
- Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton | NYSenate.gov
ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 02/03/2025). Verify details with your local election office.
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