New York State Assembly District 61

Current seat holder: Charles D. Fall.

Charles Fall

Charles D. Fall is the New York State Assembly Deputy Majority Leader. He proudly represents New York’s 61st Assembly District covering the North Shore of Staten Island, Lower Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn. Fall is the first Muslim and African American Assemblymember elected from Staten Island.

· Official legislative page · NY State Assembly Official Biography

Campaign site

“Lunar New Year is rooted in family, heritage, and traditions that have shaped communities for generations.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“Lunar New Year is a vibrant and meaningful celebration for Asian families across New York, honoring generations of tradition, resilience and cultural pride. I commend the Staten Island community for hosting what marks the borough’s first Lunar New Year celebration of this kind, bringing families, neighbors and community leaders together in unity and joy.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“When I fought to make Lunar New Year a statewide holiday, an event like today's is exactly what I envisioned – people from all over New York celebrating Asian culture together. This progress did not happen by accident.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))

Casey O'Connor-Manasia

Casey O'Connor-Manasia (Republican Party, Conservative Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 61. O'Connor-Manasia is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. The Republican primary for this office on June 23, 2026, was canceled.

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