Monica R. Martinez

10/24/2026

👻 Halloween is right around the corner!

I’m excited to invite you to our annual Trunk-or-Treat event, hosted in partnership with Assemblyman Kwani O’Pharrow!

Saturday, October 31
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Geiger Park | Grand Boulevard, Deer Park

This event is free and open to everyone. There will be music, treats, best trunk and costume contests, and more!

Hope to see you there! 🎃

10/23/2026

Big news for our volunteer first responders!

I joined Governor Hochul as she signed my legislation quadrupling New York’s income tax credit for eligible volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. The annual credit will increase from $200 to $800 for individuals and from $400 to $1,600 for married couples who both qualify, beginning in the 2027 tax year.

Our volunteers put their lives on the line, sacrifice time with their families and put their own plans aside to answer the call whenever their neighbors need help. I’m proud to have sponsored this legislation that will provide some financial relief in recognition of everything they do for us.

Thank you to the Fire Association of the State of New York for their advocacy for all these years, Assemblywoman McMahon, for being my partner in the assembly and to Governor Hochul for signing this legislation. Though this bill was amended from it’s original version, it’s a small step toward a more comprehensive plan and I’m committed to ensuring our first responders are able to claim both income and property tax credit.

Hauppauge Fire Department
East Brentwood Fire Department
Brentwood FD Engine Company 5
Amityville Fire Department

North Babylon Fire Company
West Babylon Volunteer Fire Department
North Lindenhurst Volunteer Fire Dept.
Wyandanch Volunteer Fire Co.
East Farmingdale FD
Deer Park Fire Department
Islip Terrace FD
Bay Shore Fire Department
Central Islip Fire Department

Copiague Fire Department

10/21/2026

One of our beloved churches in the Wyandanch community has suffered a great loss. This church feeds hundreds of people through their soup kitchen but unfortunately, due to a fire, they are limited resources. I’m sharing this in the hopes people are able to give or help in whatever way possible. Please share! 🙏

10/20/2026

As we close the end of Hispanic Heritage Month, I’d like to thank all of our honorees for the great work they do! A big thank you to the Central Islip Fire Department for hosting us once again.

I was proud to recognize Hispanic leaders and community members whose achievements and service have made an impact across our district. Each honoree has a story worth celebrating, and their contributions to our community have shaped and strengthened our district.

Through poetry, music, and dance, delicious food and time together with neighbors, friends, and family we celebrated Hispanic culture and traditions

Congratulations to all of our honorees! Thank you to our performers, sponsors, and everyone who joined us for this special celebration!

10/15/2026

There’s always so much happening across the district, and I appreciate every opportunity I get to go out into the community and connect with the incredible people doing incredible things!

I had the opportunity to speak at the Deer Park Drug Prevention Coalition meeting and The Sophia Valsamos Foundation’s Long Island Leaders Luncheon, in support of their work to promote youth mental health and prevent bullying.

I celebrated Pronto Long Island’s 57th Anniversary Gala, recognizing the work they do providing food, clothing, and support to families in need, and joined Adults & Children with Learning & Developmental Disabilities, Inc. (ACLD) at its Enviable Life Ball, celebrating their dedication to helping people with disabilities live fuller, more independent lives.

I also served as a panelist at the AI Interdisciplinary Summit hosted by Suffolk County Legislator Rebecca Sanin, attended the Lindenhurst Youth Football League’s Annual Breast Cancer Ceremony, and spoke at Fashion on the Fairways, hosted by Global Fairways’ to help support their efforts expanding access to golf for women and underserved youth.

My office also celebrated the grand opening of Wh***ey Down Diner in Babylon, heard from minority- and women-owned businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses at a meeting hosted by the Long Island Builders Institute, and recognized the achievements of two local Eagle Scouts.
Thank you to everyone who welcomed us!

The Sophia Valsamos Foundation Pronto of Long Island ACLD Legislator Rebecca Sanin Lindenhurst Youth Football League Wh***ey Down Diner Long Island Builders Institute

10/15/2026

This evening I met with a group of Brentwood residents to discuss the ongoing issues and concerns regarding a mulch facility, its recent fires and odors stemming from the facility affecting the quality of life of residents whose homes abut the property. I’m in communication with NYS Department of Conservation. I urge all my colleagues at the state, county and town level, to join me in advocating on behalf of our constituents to discuss next steps. NO ONE should be subjected to breathe bad fumes/odors from unscrupulous business owners. Thank you for having me this evening.

10/08/2026

10/05/2026

This Fire Prevention Week, let’s make fire safety a priority at home and in our communities. 🔥

Simple steps can prevent devastating fires: use the right charging cables, charge devices on hard surfaces, never charge e-bikes or scooters where they can block exits, and stop using any device that becomes unusually hot, swells, leaks, smokes, or makes popping or hissing sounds.

Thank you to our firefighters and first responders for keeping New Yorkers safe every day. Let’s all do our part to prevent fires and protect the people we love.

10/04/2026

As we conclude another week, a few amazing things to highlight which took place across Senate District 4 and Long Island!

We celebrated Long Island’s labor force at IBEW Local 1049’s Annual Celebration of Labor Breakfast, joined the Copiague Memorial Public Library for their Legislative Breakfast, and celebrated local businesses at HIA-LI’s 32nd Annual Business Distinction Awards.

We also recognized Suffolk County’s bravest at the Fire Academy’s Medal of Valor Day, celebrated CaringKind’s Grand Opening, attended the Long Island Contractors’ Association Legislative Breakfast, and joined the Hauppauge Volunteer Fire Department for its Annual Fire Prevention Open House.

Thank you to everyone who welcomed us this week. It’s always a pleasure connecting with the people and organizations that make our communities stronger!

ibew_local_1049 Copiague Library HIA-LI Hauppauge Fire Department Suffolk County Fire Academy
CaringKind

10/03/2026

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