Retired Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan

07/30/2023

When I read this good news, I immediately thought of the survivors and first responders of 9/11 in Queens and in the 37th Assembly District, which I know so well, in particular. I am grateful for the hard work of so many Democrats and their ongoing commitment to ensure all first responders will have access to the WTC Health Program.

Today’s amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which passed the Senate by an overwhelming vote of 94 to 4, was sponsored by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Senator Mike Braun (R-IN), along with Senator Schumer and will:   This amendment was fully paid for under legisla...

04/29/2023

I am very proud to have been involved in getting Paid Family Leave passed during my tenure. Serving as a member of the New York State Assembly is about improving people's lives.

Payments under New York’s Paid Family Leave (PFL) program rose steadily between 2018 and 2021 as the amount of allowable time off and weekly cash benefits increased.

04/11/2023

Statement issued by BPCLC Co-Chairs Senator Liz Krueger and Assembly Member Hon. Karines Reyes, RN in response to the initial ruling on AHM v. FDA

03/26/2023

Local leaders Nijema Rivera and Eddie Lettau led a group of Democrats to the Queens County Democrats Women's Luncheon. Ridgewood Democratic Club members support efforts to elect more Democratic women. The Club has pledged to support constituents and take back the 37th Assembly District seat from the current disgraced Assembly member.

03/15/2023

The people of the 37th District deserve integrity with compassionate, competent representation in Albany; someone who is respected enough to sponsor legislation, bring home services, and meet people's needs. The local Assembly member has to have a functioning District office, advocate effectively on issues with an open mind and work full-time without distractions at improving the quality of life for our community.

I cannot rescind an endorsement of Juan Ardila because I never extended one in the first place. I was, and remain, troubled by his earlier bigoted Facebook comments. I was deeply concerned as to how he would handle the responsibilities of being an Assemblymember. All those accused have rights too, but Mr. Ardila has admitted to predatory treatment of at least two women and will not be able to represent us fairly in Albany. The 37th Assembly district supports survivors.

My endorsement in June went to an outstanding woman for the 37th Assembly district because, as this episode illustrates, Albany needs to hear the voices and experiences of women. Mr. Ardila never showed me that he would be an effective advocate for our district and its people. This has proved to be the case.

I urge the people of our district, who honored me with their votes many times, to find a new representative. One who actually lives in and knows our district, someone who has experience, demonstrates honesty, and whose advocacy will not be minimized by personal scandal.

I pledge my energies to uplift survivors of sexual assault and assist those who want to represent the 37th Assembly district in Albany at such a critical time. It's time for someone other than Juan Ardila to work for the people of Queens, without distraction and with integrity. I will be meeting, as my health permits, with the people of our district regarding a new leader .

CATHY NOLAN
Former Assemblywoman, 37th Assembly District

01/01/2023

Happy new year! New adventures and challenges await! Love, Cathy.

12/30/2022

"Love being part of Kiwanis, which I hope to become more involved in in my retirement if my health permits, a sincere thank you to the Sunnyside Club for sponoring so many good things through the years, still hope I get to “borrow” the Glendale Club’s bell one day!!!"

12/30/2022

12/28/2022

"The wonderful thing about the Sunnyside Kiwanis Flag Day parade and our wonderful Sunnyside community is that both political parties participate, everyone respects our differences."