Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
About
Based in Staten Island
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton is an American politician serving as a member of the New York State Senate for the 23rd district since 2023. A Democrat, her district encompasses most of the North Shore of Staten Island and parts of southern Brooklyn. She is running for re-election in the Democratic primary on June 23, 2026.
New York State Senator, 23rd District (2023–present)
Chair of Veterans, Homeland Security & Military Affairs
Assistant Director, Government & Community Relations, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (2021–2022)
Director of Operations, New York State Senate (2017–2021)
Deputy field coordinator for Mark Murphy's congressional campaign (2012)
Executive director, Democratic Committee of Richmond County
Volunteer coordinator for Richmond County District Attorney Michael McMahon's campaign (2015)
Bachelor's in Political Science, City University of New York (2011)
Where they stand
Lowering Utility Costs
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton secured a historic $350 million for a supplemental child tax credit and is a staunch advocate for universal childcare.
Healthcare
She invested in maternal health by securing over $1 million to launch the CUNY School of Midwifery and expand access to care for moms and babies.
Their priorities
Issues Jessica is raising that aren't a shared debate across the field.
Labor Unions and Worker Protections
She is a strong proponent of labor unions, securing 20-year pensions for first responders and apprenticeships for green jobs, and has the support of every major labor union.
Veterans Housing and Tax Relief
As Chair of the Veterans, Homeland Security, and Military Affairs Committee, she passed legislation prioritizing housing for veterans, lowering their taxes, and providing other support.
Support
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