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Samra Brouk
New York State Senate District 55
Peace Corps
Senator Samra Brouk made history as the first Black woman from Upstate New York elected to the State Senate, bringing a fresh perspective to Albany. Her background as a Peace Corps volunteer in Guatemala and her work in the nonprofit sector inform her approach to mental health policy, education, and environmental protection. As Chair of the Senate Committee on Mental Health, Samra champions improved access to resources, demonstrating her commitment to addressing complex societal issues.