Gabriella Romero
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Gabriella A. Romero is the Assemblymember for New York State’s 109th Assembly District representing the communities of Albany, New Scotland, and parts of Guilderland. As the daughter of two proud, unionized state workers, Gabriella grew up with a deep appreciation for public service and the transformative power of collective action. Gabriella earned her undergraduate degree from Union College where she was selected as a Minerva Fellow post-graduation, serving in Estero de Plátano, Ecuador. She later graduated from Albany Law School distinguishing herself as the Editor-in-Chief of the Government Law Review and as a Pro Bono Scholar. Following law school, Gabriella served as a public defender working as a felony trial attorney, taking cases to verdict and handling extensive mitigation files, with the goal of contextualizing the root causes of criminal behavior to advocate for fair sentencing and systemic reform. This role deepened her understanding of the systemic criminalization of poverty and housing and food insecurity, inspiring her to champion meaningful changes in these areas. Gabriella’s career in public service began in 2021 when she was elected to the Albany Common Council representing the 6th Ward. During her tenure she championed tenant rights and criminal justice reform, and she increased youth recreational opportunities, building a reputation as a tireless advocate for her community. In 2024, Gabriella was elected to the New York State Assembly, where she continues her commitment to equity, justice, and the betterment of the Capital Region.
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- VerifiedVoted yes on S 10001: Provides for a license to sell liquor at retail for consumption on certain premises
- VerifiedVoted yes on S 10113: Provides that a microbusiness licensee authorized to conduct retail sales may serve as a processor and cultivator for purposes of cannabis showcase event permits
- VerifiedVoted yes on S 9481: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Clara H. Barton
- VerifiedVoted yes on S 8861: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Robert Bornt
- VerifiedVoted yes on S 9878: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to PFC Travis C. Krege
- VerifiedVoted yes on S 9949: Dedicates a portion of the state bridge system to Detective Stephen J. Mullen
- VerifiedVoted yes on A 11077: Relates to dedicating a portion of the state highway system in the hamlet of Uniondale to Jomani Wright
- VerifiedVoted yes on A 7849: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Port Authority Police Officer Arthur M. Ansert Jr.
- VerifiedVoted yes on A 11529: Relates to the bonding authority of the New York city housing development corporation
- VerifiedVoted yes on A 10742: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to East Fishkill veterans
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S 10001: Provides for a license to sell liquor at retail for consumption on certain premises
S 10113: Provides that a microbusiness licensee authorized to conduct retail sales may serve as a processor and cultivator for purposes of cannabis showcase event permits
S 9481: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Clara H. Barton
S 8861: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Robert Bornt
S 9878: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to PFC Travis C. Krege
S 9949: Dedicates a portion of the state bridge system to Detective Stephen J. Mullen
A 11077: Relates to dedicating a portion of the state highway system in the hamlet of Uniondale to Jomani Wright
A 7849: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Port Authority Police Officer Arthur M. Ansert Jr.
A 11529: Relates to the bonding authority of the New York city housing development corporation
A 10742: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to East Fishkill veterans
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