Malcolm A. Smith's Press releases

 Statement from Senator Malcolm A. Smith     New York State Senator Malcolm A. Smith Stands with the President for Aggressive Job Creation "I applaud President Barack Obama and support his vision to pass the American Jobs Act. In an economic recession of unparalleled proportions that has left millions of Americans unemployed, the President has provided decisive leadership, presenting a bold and innovative jobs plan that is poised to have an immediate impact. Combining a mix of tax cuts and strategic spending the President has put together a package that will supply a needed boost in hiring and give a jolt to the U.S. economy.

Statement from Senator Malcolm A. Smith Re: The Passing of the Honorable Dora Young  “I am deeply saddened over the loss of  one of the pioneers of Queens, a woman who was like a “surrogate mother” to me, Dora Young. She was a trailblazer as the first African American Woman to serve as Vice Chair and acting Chair of the Queens Democratic Organization. “She  served the community for almost four decades with great pride and distinction.

 “ I have the pleasure and honor of representing Indian Americans throughout Southeast Queens. I have traveled to India several times and I offer the citizens of India and Indian Americans around the world my deepest sympathy.  Mumbai is the financial capital of India, just like New York is the financial capital of the world. I trust that India will be guided by the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi to heal.

(St. Albans, NY)- New York State Senator Malcolm A. Smith (D-St. Albans) will once again launch the annual youth employment initiative, the Youth Business Network, formerly known as Biz Kidz. The innovative six-week employment program places fifteen local students at various businesses located throughout Queens.   “I realized that there was a great need for programs that not only give our young people working experience but also give them an opportunity to learn and exhibit skills that would allow them to become tomorrow’s leaders,” said Senator Smith.  “We as a community need to encourage our children to become the professionals of the future.”  The program employs students between the ages of 14 and 19.

(Far Rockaway, NY)-  Senator Malcolm A. Smith (D-Far Rockaway) is calling for Mayor Michael Bloomberg to keep open Engine 328 in Far Rockaway and all of the fire houses around the City that are slated to be closed.  “Fire houses are essential to the safety of our community.

(St. Albans, NY)- Senator Malcolm A. Smith (D-St. Albans) and the New York State Senate passed legislation to form a State Trooper Highway Memorial Task Force to bring attention to fallen State Troopers who dedicated their lives to protecting New Yorkers.

(Hollis, NY)- Senator Malcolm A. Smith (D-Hollis) has teamed up with clergy from around NYC and Long Island to host the first My Community And Us Consultation.