Linda B. Rosenthal

Linda B. Rosenthal was born on November 12, 1957, in New York City and is a lifelong resident of Manhattan's Upper West Side. She is a member of the Democratic Party and has represented New York's 67th Assembly District since 2006, following her election in a special election to replace Scott Stringer, who became Manhattan Borough President.

Rosenthal previously served for 13 years as Manhattan District Director and Director of Special Projects for United States Congressman Jerrold Nadler before entering electoral politics.

Education

Rosenthal earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Rochester, graduating in 1980.

Political Experience and Notable Achievements

Rosenthal has established herself as a leading advocate on affordable housing, domestic violence, consumer protection, government reform, environmental issues, and animal cruelty. She has passed more than 120 laws during her tenure in the Assembly.

Key Legislative Accomplishments:

• Sponsored and passed the first statewide law in the United States banning cat declawing
• Introduced legislation to ban fur sales in New York
• Passed laws extending orders of protection to companion animals and empowering local governments to crack down on puppy mills
• Passed legislation allowing same-sex couples to adopt non-biological children together in New York State
• Sponsored bills prohibiting the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors and requiring labeling of genetically modified organisms
• Introduced a bill to ban e-cigarettes with video games installed

Current Committee Positions:

• Chair of the Committee on Social Services
• Member of the Agriculture, Codes, Housing, and Health committees

In 2024, City & State NY named Rosenthal as number 14 on its "Power of Diversity" list of the 100 most influential women leaders in the state.