NY Assembly · Assembly District 78

Uncontested

George A. Alvarez is the only candidate on the ballot for this seat. You can also write in a candidate whose name isn't printed on the ballot.

George Alvarez, in the Assembly since 2023, seeks re-election without a listed opponent

George Alvarez has held the seat since January 2023, after defeating incumbent Jose Rivera in the 2022 Democratic primary, and won 73.3% of the vote in 2024. His June 2026 Democratic and Working Families primaries were canceled, and no opponent was found for the Nov. 3 ballot.

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Candidate

Incumbent

George A. Alvarez

Member of the New York State Assembly for District 78 since January 1, 2023

Focus: Housing

32BJ SEIU +11

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Issues

Rent rules, fair housing and housing aid

Rent regulation, fair-housing rules and housing money are set by state law and the state budget, which need the Assembly, the Senate and the governor; the 2024-25 education, labor, housing and family assistance budget bill was signed into law in April 2024.

In coverage

Supports expanding rent stabilization statewide through the Rent Emergency Stabilization for Tenants Act, saying every person deserves the dignity and stability of safe, affordable housing. Sponsored a 2025 law barring discriminatory practices by real estate appraisers, and sponsors a bill declaring housing a human right that would create a state affordable housing czar and volunteer task force. Says he secured $3 million for housing upgrades at Keith Plaza and $50,000 for the Kelly Towers Senior Center.

George Alvarez campaign site — Quality Affordable Housing

Cost of living, taxes and tolls

State tax credits, property-tax limits, toll collection and state aid to local governments all bear on what households pay.

In coverage

Wants to lower costs for Bronx working families and expand economic opportunity. Sponsors bills to create a tax credit for rent paid on the personal residence of certain taxpayers and to cap property taxes on primary residences of homeowners over 65, and a toll-relief bill for drivers. Supports the redevelopment of the Kingsbridge Armory. Voted for the state's Aid to Localities budget bill in 2024.

George Alvarez campaign site — Issues

Public safety and neighborhood rules

State law sets crime-prevention programs and neighborhood rules such as how close cannabis dispensaries may be to schools and houses of worship.

In coverage

Sponsors a bill for a state grant program funding crime-prevention measures, including panic buttons and surveillance equipment, at bodegas, convenience stores and food marts. Voted for a 2026 law amending limits on how close cannabis dispensaries may be to schools and houses of worship.

George Alvarez campaign site — Issues

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The money

Cycle-to-date · NYS Board of Elections — figures change as new reports are filed.

Alvarez

$125K

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Researched & verified Oct 1, 2026. Compiled from verified public sources; claims that failed verification are excluded.

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