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John Zaccaro

John Zaccaro

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State Assembly · House District 80

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Biography

John D. Zaccaro Jr.

Democratic Party member representing New York State Assembly District 80 in the Bronx. Elected in November 2022 and assumed office on January 1, 2023.

Notable roles include Chief of Staff for Councilmember Rafael Salamanca and Bronx Director for Intergovernmental Affairs under Chancellor Carmen Farina; community involvement as a former Bronx Community Board 7 member and current Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association member.

Born and raised in the Bronx by a single mother, John Zaccaro Jr. faced challenges like housing insecurity, rising crime, subpar public education, and declining quality of life, inspiring his public service career. He resides in the Pelham Parkway section with his wife Daniella and children Judah, Miah, and Ethan.

Education and Political Experience

No formal education details are specified in available records. Career began as a New York City Council intern, followed by housing organizer advocating for tenants against poor conditions and rent increases. Served as Bronx Director for Intergovernmental Affairs under Chancellor Carmen Farina, addressing public school inequalities; later Chief of Staff for Councilmember Rafael Salamanca, with over 14 years of Bronx service. Elected to Assembly District 80 in 2022.

Committees

8 assignments
Aging member
Alcoholism and Drug Abuse member
Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus member
Economic Development, Job Creation, Commerce and Industry member
Education member
Housing member
Small Business member
Puerto Rican and Hispanic Task Force member

At a glance

Office
State Assembly
District
House District 80
Born
April 5, 1933 (93 years old)
Mailing
Room 530, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248