Jonathan Rivera

Democratic / Working Families Party / Other · Candidate for New York State Senate · District 61 — NY

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About Jonathan

Jonathan Rivera is a candidate for New York State Senate (District 61) in NY . 2026 General Election. Public profile on Ballotpedia.

Office

New York State Senate

District

District 61 — NY

Party

Democratic / Working Families Party / Other

State

Status

Challenger

Election

Tue, November 3, 2026

Running for New York State Senate

New York State Senate · District 61 — NY

A New York State Senator represents a Senate District in Albany, votes on state laws and the budget, and confirms certain appointments.

One of 63 seats in the New York State Senate (the upper house).
Must agree with the Assembly (and usually the Governor) for bills to become law.
Plays a major role in statewide budget and policy negotiations.

What this office can do

Pass or block state legislation with the Assembly and Governor.
Shape the state budget and major funding formulas.
Confirm certain gubernatorial appointments.
Conduct oversight of state agencies.

What this office cannot do alone

Change federal law or run federal agencies.
Directly set municipal budgets or local zoning ordinances alone.
Issue individual court rulings.

Term: 2 years · Level: State · WhyIVote civic explanation — not a campaign claim.

Why I'm Running

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Civic experience and community roles

Democratic / Working Families Party / Other
State Senate
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Democratic / Working Families Party / Other
State Senate
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