Jamaal Bailey
NY State Senate – District 36
About
Jamaal Bailey has represented State Senate District 36 in the Bronx since 2018. He chairs the Senate Codes Committee, which handles criminal justice legislation. He is a rising progressive leader and represents communities in the northern Bronx.
Policy Positions
Public Safety & Crime
Bailey has been a leading voice for criminal justice reform, shepherding bail reform and discovery reform through the legislature. He believes the system needs to be fair to defendants while protecting communities.
Housing & Rent
Bailey has championed affordable housing investment in the Bronx. He supports rent stabilization and increased funding for public housing repairs.
Education
Bailey has focused on education equity and investment in Bronx schools. He supports fully funding Foundation Aid and reducing class sizes.
Campaign Funding
$750K
raised · 2025-2026
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