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Liz Krueger
DemocratIncumbent

Liz Krueger

NY State Senate – District 28

District: SD-28County: New YorkGeneral: November 3, 2026Primary: June 23, 2026

About

Liz Krueger has represented State Senate District 28 on Manhattan's East Side since 2002. She chairs the Senate Finance Committee and is one of the most progressive members of the Senate. She championed the legalization of recreational marijuana in New York.

Policy Positions

Economy & Jobs

Krueger has been a leading advocate for progressive taxation and closing tax loopholes. She supports using the tax code to fund public services and reduce inequality.

Housing & Rent

Krueger has been a longtime champion of rent stabilization and tenant rights. She opposes policies that she believes would weaken rent protections for millions of New Yorkers.

Healthcare

Krueger is a leading sponsor of the NY Health Act, which would create a single-payer healthcare system for New York State. She argues it would cover everyone while saving money.

Climate & Energy

Krueger has been a strong supporter of the CLCPA and clean energy transition. She has pushed for faster implementation of the state's climate goals.

$890K

raised · 2025-2026

Industry breakdown not yet available.

Funded by a mix of finance, real estate, and individual donors from her Upper East Side and Midtown East district, one of the wealthiest legislative districts in the state. Detailed industry breakdown not yet available. View filings directly at https://www.elections.ny.gov/CampaignFinance.html.

20% small donors20% from PACs

Endorsements

Working Families PartyVOCAL-NYDrug Policy Alliance