Happy to join Nonprofit Westchester for their annual budget forum. Our community partners do important work serving New Yorkers and I, along with my colleagues, will fight to ensure they have the support, including timely payments, they need to do their work.

State Senator Shelley Mayer Statement on Governor Kathy Hochul's Child Care Announcement

Fantastic time at Westchester Children's Museum's Government Day of Play. It was lovely to meet Jeremy Scalchune, the new Executive Director, to learn about the record year they had in 2025 and their plans for 2026. (1/2)

I stand in support of high quality, affordable childcare for NY families. For thousands of parents child care is a barrier to work & full participation in our communities. It has become prohibitively expense for working families. We have the opportunity to change that and we should do it this year.

Please join me and my Veterans Advisory Council on Wednesday, January 14 at 8 a.m. for a Veterans Breakfast. We will discuss the upcoming Legislative Session and other issues of concern to veterans. This event is free and open to all veterans of the 37th Senate District. (1/2)

Pleased to have secured $100,000 in State funding to help the Harrison Police Department purchase three fully equipped Harley-Davidson police motorcycles. It is critical that our officers have the tools and resources they need to keep our community safe.

State Senator Shelley Mayer, Chair of Senate Education Committee, Co-Sponsors Legislation to Require Instruction on the January 6, 2021 Insurrection in Schools

Pleased and proud to have earned a perfect score on the New York League of Conservation Voters Legislative Scorecard! As we begin a brand new year, I will continue to champion policies to protect our environment and increase our communities' resilience in the face of climate change.

Happy Three Kings Day to all who celebrate! ¡Feliz Día de Reyes a todos los que lo celebran!

Happy New Year!

As the 2026 legislative session begins, I will continue to be a leader in the fight to keep utility rates affordable. I remain committed to advocating for New York's ratepayers, to holding utilities like Con Ed and NYSEG accountable, and to pursuing legislation (1/2)

TOMORROW: Blood donations are always an urgent need. I am proud to co-sponsor a blood drive with Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and the New York Blood Center on Monday, Dec. 29, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Dayspring Community Center in Yonkers. Please schedule an appointment here: (1/4)

Joyous Kwanzaa!

Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!

Please note that we will have limited staff in my Albany and White Plains Offices during the holidays, so please call before stopping in. We will be back in both offices full time on January 5.

What a thrill to watch a beautiful performance of The Nutcracker at Emelin Theatre performed by the extraordinary dancers of Ballet des Ameriques. Loved meeting director and choreographer Carole Alexis.

Many thanks to Larnez Kinsey of Black Westchester for her detailed and thoughtful coverage of the Social Housing workshop I co-hosted in White Plains on December 18. While I appreciate her kind words about me, many people were responsible for the success of this event, (1/3)

Delighted to join my friend, Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, for her annual Angel Project. Each year, the Majority Leader welcomes grandparents who selflessly raise their grandchildren to a celebration to thank them.

Fantastic time at the Westchester Knicks game in celebration of "School Day.” As Chair of the Senate Education Committee, I know the importance of having fun opportunities during school and

Yesterday I joined the Jewish Business Network for their Honorary Breakfast and Awards Ceremony to recognize the efforts of community members and organizations who work every day to strengthen our community. As we observe Hanukkah this year with heavier hearts, we must continue to be united.

Statement by Senator Shelley B. Mayer on the Bondi Beach Attacks and the Need for Action against Anti-Semitism.

Yesterday, I hosted my final Town Hall of 2025 at ArtsWestchester in White Plains. We had an insightful conversation about what lies ahead in 2026 — from the continued fight and legislative actions to hold Con Edison accountable, to protecting our immigrant communities, and (1/2)

Deeply proud to share that thanks to the generosity of so many in our community, the diaper drive I hosted in partnership with the Sharing Shelf to benefit the Westchester Diaper Bank, collected 5,867 diapers! Thank you to everyone who donated to support local families and

TODAY! Please join me at 5:30 p.m. today for a town hall at ArtsWestchester. We will review the past year and I will share my priorities for the 2026 Legislative Session. There will also be an opportunity for me to hear your priorities and concerns. RSVP is requested: tinyurl.com/MayerTownHall

As we learn about the violent attack against a Hanukkah celebration in Australia, we pray for the safety of Jews around the world, and recommit to our shared values of understanding and respect for our neighbors of all faiths and backgrounds. May we still find light, hope and joy this season.

Today, the New York State Senate Westchester Delegation issued a letter to the Chair of the New York State Public Service Commission urging the PSC to reject or modify ConEdison’s Joint Proposal. The delegation also requested that, if the Commission does not reject the proposal,

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Thank you to everyone who joined me for my annual Holiday Party! I am grateful to all of those who brought diapers to contribute to our collection to benefit the Sharing Shelf in Port Chester and Westchester County Diaper Bank.

Join Senators Shelley Mayer, Nathalia Fernandez & Jamaal Bailey, Assembly Members Emily Gallagher, Steve Otis, Chris Burdick & Dana Levenberg & fellow Westchester community members for an informational workshop to learn about bill number S5674/A6265, to establish (1/6)

Deeply grateful for our generous neighbors who come together time and again to support those in need. Feeding Westchester does indispensable work ensuring every member of our community has access to nutritious food. But as many families face challenges due to recent federal cuts, it is vital (1/2)

How fortunate we are to live in a remarkably generous community. If you are able, I urge you to support a local food pantry or nonprofit working to help our neighbors in need on this #GivingTuesday.

Please join me on Wednesday, December 10, from 4 to 6 p.m. for my annual Holiday celebration at the Port Chester Senior Community Center, 222 Grace Church St., Port Chester. Guests are encouraged to bring diapers to support our neighbors, in partnership with Sharing Shelf.

Wonderful time at CPW's BRIDGE School Thanksgiving Feast! So much to be thankful for: the marvelous, thoughtful presentations given by each class, the poetry, the dancing, and the food! (1/2)

Small businesses make a big difference in our communities! On this #SmallBusinessSaturday, I encourage you to visit your local shops and businesses and support them with your dollars!

Today, we celebrate the cultures, contributions, and accomplishments of the indigenous people of the United States, even as we recognize and seek to rectify the injustices they have experienced.

As we gather at the table this year, let us also work to ensure that all of our neighbors can share in our good fortune. I wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving.

Please note that my offices in Albany and White Plains will be closed on November 27 and 28 for Thanksgiving, but we will be checking voicemail and email messages for urgent matters.

Important and informative meeting at New York State Veterans Home at Montrose to hear from Veterans and their thoughts about how New York State can better support them. Thank you to Senator Pete Harckham and a special thank you to Chair of the Senate Veterans,

I am working with Feeding Westchester to collect food items through the month of November. I am proud to live in a community that has consistently shown up for our neighbors in need and hope, if you are able, you consider donating to one of the drop off locations before Nov. 30.

Proudly joined County Executive Ken Jenkins and members of the Westchester County Government to demand USCIS reverse its decision to cancel naturalization ceremonies in Westchester and other counties. We see so much pride and joy when new citizens are sworn in.

Proud to co-host a screening of Sing Sing, followed by a panel to shed light on the importance of hope, purpose, and opportunity, & the importance ensuring incarcerated individuals have access to life changing programming they need and deserve to live productive lives within and after incarceration.

Proud to share the number 8 spot in City and State New York’s “2025 Women Power 100” list with my distinguished Senate colleagues Kristen Gonzalez, Michelle Hinchey, Rachel May, Julia Salazar & Toby Ann Stavisky! (1/2)

Delighted to join United Way of Westchester & Putnam Counties to celebrate Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library being brought to White Plains, Port Chester, and Peekskill! Thanks to this partnership, made possible through funds secured by the State Senate under the leadership (1/2)

I am working with Feeding Westchester to collect food items through the month of November. I am proud to live in a community that has consistently shown up for our neighbors in need and hope, if you are able, you consider donating to one of the drop off locations before Nov. 30.

Delighted to join Hoff-Barthelson Music School for their Fall Gathering. Music is an important part of our lives and opens doors for so many students across our communities and Hoff-Barthelson in Scarsdale does a fantastic job uplifting students' passion.

This #VeteransDay we recognize and honor the immense sacrifice of all who answered the call to defend and protect our nation. We are deeply grateful for their service.

Join me for a Coffee and Conversation on Saturday, Nov. 22 at Laughing Horse Coffee Co! I encourage everyone to bring in their worn American flags that need to be retired. New 3'x5' American flags will be available for the public at no cost. RSVP requested: tinyurl.com/November22Coffee

Join me, Sen. Pete Harckham, YWCA of White Plains and Central Westchester, 914United, Center for Community Alternatives, & Rehabilitation Through the Arts for a special screening of "Sing Sing" followed by a panel discussion featuring sponsoring orgs. & an RTA Alumnus tinyurl.com/SingSingScreening25

A very special occasion celebrating the 90th anniversary of Calvary Baptist Church White Plains. So grateful for the profound leadership of Rev. Dr. Erwin Lee Trollinger, Jr.

At the very solemn Annual All Souls Day Service of Remembrance at Taconic Correctional Facility, honoring the lives of the children who died here while their mothers were incarcerated over many years. Many people have made this event happen—special thanks to the Interfaith Prison Partnership & PRAC.