New York State Assembly District 64

Current seat holder: Michael Tannousis.

Shpetim Qorraj

Shpetim Qorraj (Democratic Party, Affordable & Safe Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 64. Qorraj is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. The Democratic primary for this office on June 23, 2026, was canceled.

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“New York’s high cost of living is driving families and young professionals out of our communities. Addressing the affordability crisis in our state is a top priority for my campaign.” (Campaign website (timforassembly.com))
“Small business owners are struggling with rising rents, taxes, and regulatory burdens, making it harder to keep their doors open and provide local jobs. I will work to secure and support funding for small businesses in the district.” (Campaign website (timforassembly.com))
“The cost of utilities, food, and everyday essentials continues to rise, putting additional pressure on household budgets across the state. I will hold private utility companies accountable for high costs and poor grid reliability, and put more money back in your pockets.” (Campaign website (timforassembly.com))

Michael Tannousis

Michael Tannousis was elected to the New York State Assembly on November 3, 2020. His district represents parts of Southern Brooklyn and the East Shore of Staten Island. Michael began his career in public service in 2006 when he was hired as an aide to former New York City Council Minority Leader James Oddo.

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“We need to hold violent criminals accountable for their actions with a tough-on-crime criminal justice system. Governor Hochul’s plan to address New York’s public safety crisis is to throw money that we do not have at the problem.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“After leading a bipartisan effort last month to denounce the cancellation of a 250-person school safety agent class, I’m happy that the Mayor’s Office has now changed course and is hiring additional school safety agents.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“The safety of our children should never be compromised. The cancellation of the 250-person school safety agent class is both unacceptable and irrational.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))