On the Issues

From Hurricane Sandy to last year’s flooding, Brooklyn has seen the dangers of extreme weather events firsthand. As the State Senator representing the Brooklyn waterfront, Andrew knows it’s critical to build a sustainable future that not only protects our communities from harm but gives them opportunities to thrive in a green future.

As a climate champion, Andrew took action this session by:

• Voting to create the Climate Superfund, which requires fossil fuel companies that emit greenhouse gasses to fund investments in sustainable infrastructure.

• Passing legislation to expand the state’s food scraps recycling and food donation program, making it easier to divert food from landfills to communities in need.

• Supporting the transformation of the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into the country's largest offshore wind port, bringing jobs and investment to Brooklyn while transitioning the borough to clean energy.

• Serving as vice chair of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Taskforce to ensure community members, unions and local businesses are at the table to craft a shared vision for the future of this vital facility.

• Receiving a perfect score on the New York League of Conservation Voters’ 2023 Environmental Scorecard.
  

That’s why I voted for groundbreaking climate legislation my first year in office, and why I’m deeply committed to ensuring New York meets its climate and equity goals.

• I introduced game-changing legislation to expand sustainable transportation options across the state and reduce our dependence on private cars. (S1981A)

• I also introduced a bill to require that public schools offer students a comprehensive education on climate change and environmental justice. (S278A)

• I crafted a legislative package to reform last-mile trucking to improve air quality and safety in communities like Red Hook and Sunset Park.