Jeffrey Dinowitz
About
Based in Bronx · Age 71
Jeffrey Dinowitz is a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly representing District 81, which includes neighborhoods in the Bronx such as Kingsbridge, Riverdale, and Norwood. He was first elected on February 15, 1994, and chairs the Assembly Committee on Codes. Prior to his legislative service, he worked as an administrative law judge for the State of New York and as an attorney for the New York City Comptroller's office.
Administrative law judge for the State of New York
Attorney for New York City Comptroller's office
Assistant counsel for the New York State Assembly
Employee of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
Union member of DC37 and PEF
Delegate to the Democratic National Convention (1980, 1996, 2000, 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2020)
District leader of the Bronx Democratic Party (1986–1994)
Chair of the Bronx County Committee (2008–2016)
Secretary of the Bronx County Committee (2018–present)
State Committeeman (1978)
Member of District Council 37
Where they stand
AI Regulation
Dinowitz sponsored legislation to prohibit artificial intelligence companions from using features considered unsafe for minors, and to prohibit the manufacture and sale of chatbot toys in the state.
Childcare & Early Education
Dinowitz sponsored 'Kyra's Law' requiring courts to consider a child's health and safety when making decisions regarding child custody and visitation, and to review information related to allegations of child abuse, domestic violence, and child safety.
Environmental Justice
Dinowitz identifies climate and environment as a key priority. He has sponsored legislation to ban unencapsulated foam flotation in docks and buoys, regulate toxic substances in playground surfacing materials, and establish an indirect source review for heavy distribution warehouse operations to reduce emissions.
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