Carl Heastie
Carl Heastie is an American politician who has served as the Speaker of the New York State Assembly since 2015. Born on March 6, 1967, in The Bronx, New York, Heastie is a member of the Democratic Party. Before becoming Speaker, he represented the 83rd Assembly District, which includes parts of The Bronx, from 2001 to 2015. As Speaker, Heastie has been influential in shaping state legislation on issues such as budgeting, education, and criminal justice reform. His leadership has focused on addressing economic disparities and advancing progressive policies within New York State.