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Nathalia Fernández

Nathalia Fernández

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State Senator · Senate District 34

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Biography

Nathalia Fernández is a Democratic member of the New York State Senate, representing the 34th District, which covers parts of the Bronx and Westchester County. Born on May 6, 1988, she won the Democratic primary in August 2022 and the general election, assuming office on January 1, 2023. Notable achievements include serving as Chair of the Senate Alcoholism & Substance Use Disorders Committee, and recognition as a 2025 Women of Distinction Honoree.

Education and Political Experience

  • Education: Graduated from Hofstra University.
  • Political Experience: Prior to the Senate, Fernández served in the New York State Assembly. She has focused on issues such as substance use disorders, health care, housing, and environmental policy, sponsoring bills in these areas.

Committees

11 assignments
Agriculture member
Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorders chair
Insurance member
Labor member
Legislative Women's Caucus member
Mental Health member
Rules member
Select Majority Task Force on Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises member
Senate Opioids, Addiction and Overdose Prevention Task Force co-chair
State-Native American Relations member
Transportation member

At a glance

Office
State Senator
District
Senate District 34
Born
May 6, 1988 (38 years old)
Mailing
Room 814, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247