Anil Beephan Jr. is an American politician and businessman who is a member of the New York State Assembly, representing the 105th district. His district comprises parts of Dutchess County. Prior to his election to the assembly in 2022, Beephan served as a councilman in East Fishkill. He is the first Republican of Indian descent to serve in the State Assembly.[1]
Anil Beephan Jr. | |
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| Member of the New York State Assembly from the 105th district | |
| Assumed office January 3, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Kieran Lalor |
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| Born | Anil Beephan Jr. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence(s) | East Fishkill, New York, U.S. |
| Education | Arcadia University Harvard Extension School |
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| Website | Official website |
Career
editBeephan's hometown is Hopewell Junction, New York.[2]
Beephan graduated from Arcadia University in Pennsylvania and later earned a master's degree from Harvard Extension School.[3]
Before entering politics, Beephan worked as a public relations and marketing strategist. He has worked in different legislative roles for New York State Senator Sue Serino. Prior to his election to the state assembly, Beephan served as a councilman in East Fishkill, New York.[2]
2022 general election
editBeephan announced his candidacy for New York's 105th Assembly District in October 2021. He won the general election on November 8, 2022, with 60.4% of the vote.[4] Beephan assumed office on January 1, 2023.
Personal life
editBeephan is a private pilot. He also served as a lieutenant and volunteer firefighter for East Fishkill Fire District.[3]
References
edit- ^ Gross, Hank (2023-01-01). "Beephan takes office as state assemblyman". Mid Hudson News. Retrieved 2023-01-03.
- ^ a b "The new state lawmakers in the 2023 legislative session". City & State NY. 19 December 2022. Retrieved 2023-01-06.
- ^ a b Dutt, Ela (January 2023). "First Indian-American Republican enters NY State Assembly as 2023 session begins | News India Times". Retrieved 2023-01-06.
- ^ "2022 New York Midterm Election Results | Hudson Valley New York | Spectrum News 1". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved 2023-01-06.