New York State Assembly District 96

Current seat holder: Patrick J. Carroll.

Patrick Carroll

Assemblyman Patrick J. Carroll was elected to the New York State Assembly in November 2024. He served in the Clarkstown Town Council from 2017 to 2024. His efforts to enrich our community include serving as a CYO basketball coach, supporting the Hudson Valley Special Olympics, and participating in the Keep Rockland Beautiful initiative.

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“New York will not stand by. We are stepping up to protect our neighbors and make sure no one in our state goes hungry.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“He holds degrees from Wesleyan University and Northeastern Law School and has practiced law since 2008 across New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. His legal background includes positions as legal counsel for the Rhode Island Department of Corrections and the Rhode Island State Senate Labor Committee.” (Campaign website (electcarroll.com))
“Active in the local community, he coaches CYO basketball, supports the Hudson Valley Special Olympics, and participates in the Keep Rockland Beautiful initiative.” (Campaign website (electcarroll.com))

Brett Yagel

Brett Yagel (Republican Party, Conservative Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 96.

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“Our district needs a leader with real world experience, common sense, and the courage to challenge the status quo. I am ready to bring accountability, fiscal responsibility, and practical, results driven solutions to Albany.” (Rockland Report campaign announcement (2026))