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{{Infobox legislature
| name = New York State Assembly
| legislature = New York State Legislature
| coa_pic = Seal of the New York State Assembly.svg
| coa_res = 150px
| house_type = Lower house
| body = New York State Legislature
| term_limits = None
| new_session = January 1
| leader1_type = Speaker
| leader1 = [[Carl Heastie]]
| party1 = [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]]
| election1 = February 3, 2015
| leader2_type = Majority Leader
| leader2 = [[Crystal Peoples-Stokes]]
| party2 = [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]]
| election2 = December 17, 2018
| leader3_type = Minority Leader
| leader3 = [[William Barclay (New York politician)|William Barclay]]
| party3 = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]]
| election3 = January 7, 2020
| members = 150
| structure1 = New York State Assembly 2023.svg
| structure1_res = 250px
| political_groups1 =
* [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]] (102)
* [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]] (48)
| last_election1 = [[2022 New York State Assembly election|November 8, 2022]]
| next_election1 = [[2024 New York State Assembly election|November 5, 2024]]
| session_room = NYS Assembly chamber.jpg
| session_res = 250px
| meeting_place = [[New York State Capitol]], [[Albany, New York|Albany]]
| website = [https://nyassembly.gov/ nyassembly.gov]
}}

The '''New York State Assembly''' is the [[lower house]] of the [[New York State Legislature]], the [[bicameral]] legislative body of the [[U.S. state]] of [[New York (state)|New York]]. The Assembly is composed of 150 members representing an equal number of districts, with each member serving a two-year term with no term limits. The Assembly convenes at the [[New York State Capitol]] in [[Albany, New York|Albany]].

== History ==
The New York State Assembly was established in 1777, following the adoption of the first [[New York State Constitution]]. It has undergone several changes in its structure and function over the years, adapting to the evolving needs of the state and its residents.

== Leadership ==
The Assembly is led by the [[Speaker of the New York State Assembly|Speaker]], who is elected by the members of the Assembly. The Speaker is responsible for presiding over sessions, appointing committee chairs, and guiding the legislative agenda. The current Speaker is [[Carl Heastie]], who has held the position since February 3, 2015.

Other key leadership positions include the [[Majority Leader]] and the [[Minority Leader]]. The Majority Leader, currently [[Crystal Peoples-Stokes]], assists the Speaker in managing the legislative process and ensuring party discipline. The Minority Leader, currently [[William Barclay (New York politician)|William Barclay]], leads the opposition party and represents its interests in the Assembly.

== Committees ==
The Assembly operates through a system of [[standing committee]]s, each focusing on specific areas of policy and legislation. Some of the key committees include:
* [[Ways and Means Committee]]
* [[Rules Committee]]
* [[Judiciary Committee]]
* [[Health Committee]]
* [[Education Committee]]

These committees review proposed legislation, hold hearings, and make recommendations to the full Assembly.

== Legislative Process ==
The legislative process in the Assembly involves several stages, including the introduction of bills, committee review, floor debate, and voting. Bills that pass the Assembly are sent to the [[New York State Senate]] for consideration. If approved by both houses, the bill is sent to the [[Governor of New York]] for signature or veto.

== Membership ==
Assembly members are elected from single-member districts across the state. Each district is designed to have roughly equal population, ensuring fair representation. Members serve two-year terms and may be re-elected indefinitely.

== Related Pages ==
* [[New York State Senate]]
* [[New York State Legislature]]
* [[Governor of New York]]
* [[New York State Capitol]]
* [[Carl Heastie]]
* [[Crystal Peoples-Stokes]]
* [[William Barclay (New York politician)]]

== See Also ==
* [[List of New York State Assembly members]]
* [[New York State Assembly districts]]
* [[New York State Constitution]]

== References ==
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{{New York State Assembly}}
{{New York State Legislature}}
{{New York}}

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[[Category:State lower houses in the United States]]
[[Category:Government of New York (state)]]
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