New York State Assembly District 5

Current seat holder: Doug Smith.

Victoria Russell

Victoria Russell Russell is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. The Democratic primary for this office on June 23, 2026, was canceled.

Doug Smith

Assemblyman Doug Smith was elected to represent the people of the 5th District in the New York State Assembly on April 24, 2018. His district spans the townships of Brookhaven and Islip, and includes Holbrook, Holtsville, Ronkonkoma, Lake Ronkonkoma, Lake Grove, Centereach, Selden, Farmingville, as well as parts of North Patchogue, Islandia, and Stony Brook. Doug Smith is dedicated to public service and fighting for Long Island.

Campaign site

“I have a record of supporting law enforcement & opposing Albany’s Pro-Criminal Agenda.” (Campaign website (smithfornewyork.com))
“I’m a tax fighter that has fought to reduce government spending and the cost of living.” (Campaign website (smithfornewyork.com))
“I’m working to expand educational opportunities for our kids and keep them safe in their schools.” (Campaign website (smithfornewyork.com))