New York State Assembly District 53 (unopposed)

Current seat holder: Maritza Davila.

Maritza Davila

As a single mother raising three children in Bushwick, Assemblywoman Davila worked hard to improve her surroundings for her children and for all children who live in the challenging conditions of impoverished neighborhoods. Assemblywoman Davila began her career in public service as a community organizer, giving a voice to community residents on issues of education, healthcare, public safety, affordable housing, open space, and economic development within the communities of Bushwick and Williamsburg. Ms. Davila has served on numerous boards and advisory committees, including that of several community gardens, local New York Police Department precincts, and area hospitals.

“I’m elated to support START Treatment and Recovery with funding to provide the necessary repairs to their clinic here in Bushwick. I’ve been able to visit their facility and see firsthand the structure of which they cater to their patients in supplying a multitude of services.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“At START, we work in our communities every day to help those in need as we combat a national opioid epidemic and mental health crisis.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))