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Andrew Gounardes

Andrew Gounardes

NY State Senator

New York State Senate · District 26

Term: Jan 2025 – Dec 2026·Election: Nov 2026 →

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In the News

  • New York State Senate·Aug 2026

    Sen. Gounardes Proposes Landmark Legislation to Regulate Screens and EdTech in Schools

    Senator Gounardes introduced comprehensive, age-appropriate legislation to regulate the use of screens, artificial intelligence, and educational technology devices in schools.

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  • New York State Senate·Jul 2026

    Sen. Gounardes' Moratorium on AI Chatbot Toys Passes State Senate

    Legislation introduced by Gounardes implementing a moratorium on AI chatbot toys passed the State Senate, protecting children from potentially harmful AI-based products.

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  • New York League of Conservation Voters·Jun 2026

    New York League of Conservation Voters Endorses Gounardes for Reelection

    The New York League of Conservation Voters endorsed Senator Gounardes for reelection to State Senate District 26, reflecting his strong environmental record.

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  • New York State Senate·Jun 2026

    Sen. Gounardes' Consumer Debt Uniformity Act Passes State Senate

    The Consumer Debt Uniformity Act, championed by Gounardes, passed the State Senate, extending protections to all consumer debt cases and requiring bilingual notices in English and Spanish.

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  • New York State Senate·May 2026

    Sen. Gounardes' SAFE Shelter Act Passes State Senate

    The SAFE Shelter Act passed the State Senate, making it easier for survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking to access safe and stable temporary housing.

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  • New York State Senate·Nov 2025

    Sen. Gounardes' AI Safety Bill Passes the State Senate

    Gounardes' artificial intelligence safety legislation passed the State Senate, establishing protections related to AI development and deployment.

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  • Reviews and approves the state budget
  • Confirms Governor's agency appointments

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