Steve Rhoads is a Republican/Conservative representing the 5th Senate District in New York, which covers South Shore towns including Bellmore, Merrick, Wantagh, and Seaford, along with parts of Bethpage, Levittown, Hicksville, and East Meadow. He was first elected to the State Senate in 2022. A lifelong public safety advocate and attorney, Rhoads has served as a Wantagh volunteer firefighter for over 30 years.

Notable Achievements and Positions

As a State Senator, Rhoads has focused on several key initiatives:

• Led efforts to make New York the first state in the nation to protect children from social media feeds
• Fought to restore school aid that was cut in the Governor's Executive Budget
• Introduced bipartisan initiatives to support first responders and extend benefits to families of front-line workers who lost their lives during COVID-19
• Advocated for tax freezes, controlled spending, and preservation of Long Island's suburban quality of life
• Worked in a bipartisan fashion on various legislative matters

Political Experience

Rhoads has established himself as a public safety advocate throughout his career, drawing on his extensive background as a volunteer firefighter. His legislative work emphasizes protecting families, supporting first responders, and maintaining community values on Long Island. He seeks reelection as an incumbent with a stated track record of keeping promises and supporting Long Island families.