Stacey Pheffer Amato is a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly representing the 23rd District in Queens, which includes neighborhoods such as Ozone Park, Howard Beach, Broad Channel, Breezy Point, Rockaway Beach, Arverne, and Far Rockaway. She has served since 2017 and is known for advocating for families, first responders, veterans, seniors, public employees, women's health, disabled and elderly rights, environmental improvements in Jamaica Bay, swim safety, and STEM education funding. Notable achievements include passing over 20 pieces of legislation, often bipartisan, chairing the Governmental Employees Committee , securing millions in district funding, and leading New York as the first state to mandate insurance coverage for post-mastectomy aesthetic flat closure . She is the only Jewish elected official in South Queens and has undertaken a solidarity mission to Israel post-October 7th attack.

Education and Political Experience

Specific details on education are not detailed in available records. Her political experience includes election to the Assembly in 2017, re-election since, committee chair role, and active constituent services praised for resolving issues efficiently. She collaborates with NYPD on public safety and brings resources to South Queens and Rockaway Peninsula.