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Dog Harbor Pilot Program for Brooklyn passes City Council

Espinal helped craft a bill to keep local pups safer and cooler.

City Food Carts Will Start Having Letter Grades This December

How will these regulations affect the abundance of food sellers in Brooklyn?

Council Member Rafael Espinal And Bushwick’s House Of Yes Team Up To Combat Sexual Harassment

This package of legislation is the first of it's kind when it comes to addressing harassment in nightlife venues.

Bushwick Community Vows To Support LGBT+ Residents As The Government Pushes To Erase Trans Rights

Community groups and leaders want trans community members to feel safe and empowered.

Bushwick Official Is Calling Out President Trump For Poor-Shaming Immigrants

Council Member Rafael Espinal has spoken out about immigrant rights several times this year.

Local Legislators Team Up With Tech Startup To Legalize Electronic Scooters In NYC

The scooters are supposed to help take burden off the MTA system in lieu of the upcoming L train shutdown.

Council Member Espinal Wants to Provide Mental Health Service to For Minors Visiting NYC Jails

The Council Member, who represents various Brooklyn neighborhoods including Bushwick, made the proposal last month.