Catalina Cruz
About
Based in Corona, Elmhurst, Jackson Heights
Catalina Cruz represents New York State Assembly District 39, encompassing Corona, Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, and parts of Middle Village and Rego Park. Born in Colombia and raised in Queens, she previously practiced housing law and served as Chief of Staff to Council Member Julissa Ferreras-Copeland, Counsel to the City Council’s Committee on Immigration, and Director of the Governor’s Exploited Workers Task Force.
Practiced housing law
Chief of Staff to former Council Member Julissa Ferreras-Copeland
Counsel to the City Council’s Committee on Immigration
Director of the Governor’s Exploited Workers Task Force
Where they stand
Housing
Catalina Cruz practiced housing law prior to her election, indicating a professional background in housing affordability and tenant protections.
Immigration
Catalina Cruz is a former undocumented immigrant (DREAMer) and has worked as an advocate for immigration rights, including serving as Counsel to the City Council’s Committee on Immigration and as director of the Governor's Exploited Workers Task Force. She represents a diverse district with large immigrant communities.
Their priorities
Issues Catalina is raising that aren't a shared debate across the field.
Labor Rights
Catalina Cruz has a strong record of labor rights advocacy, having served as Director of the Governor’s Exploited Workers Task Force, which focused on protecting workers from exploitation. She also supports equal pay rights and fighting discrimination in the workplace.
Support
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