Kevin Thomas (politician)
Kevin Thomas | |
|---|---|
 Thomas in 2019 | |
| Member of the New York State Senate | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 's 6th district | |
| In office January 1, 2019 – December 31, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Kemp Hannon |
| Succeeded by | Siela Bynoe |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Garden City, New York |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Website | www |
Kevin Thomas is an American lawyer and politician. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Thomas served as a member of the New York State Senate from 2019 to 2024. He represented the 6th district, which is located on Long Island.
Early life and education
Thomas was born in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. His family is from India. He moved to the United States when he was ten years old.[1]
He went to St. John's University for his bachelor's degree. He later earned his Juris Doctor degree from Cooley Law School. Before becoming a politician, he worked as a lawyer helping people with civil rights and legal issues.[2]
Political career
In 2018, Thomas ran for the New York State Senate. He won a surprise victory against the long-time senator Kemp Hannon. Thomas became the first Indian-American to ever serve in the New York State Senate.[3][4]
During his time in office, he led the Consumer Protection Committee. He worked on laws to help protect people's private data and information from big companies. He was re-elected in 2020.[5]
In 2024, his district was changed (redistricted), and he finished his term in December 2024.[6]
Personal life
Thomas lives in Garden City, New York. He is married to his wife, Rincy, and they have one daughter.[7]
References
- ↑ "First Indian-American New York Senator grew up in Dubai | Uae – Gulf News". Gulfnews.com. 2019-03-24. Retrieved 2023-06-22.
- ↑ "Democrat Kevin Thomas announces bid against GOP state Sen. Kemp Hannon". April 3, 2018.
- ↑ wpeditor (2018-11-16). "Kevin Thomas wins New York State Senate bid - Garden City News". Garden City News -. Archived from the original on 2023-11-25. Retrieved 2026-02-03.
- ↑ Laird, Jordan (2018-11-12). "State Sen.-elect Kevin Thomas on his unexpected victory". City & State NY. Retrieved 2026-02-03.
- ↑ 9y9m1 (2020-01-29). "Kevin Thomas, Michael Montesano Gear Up For 2020 Slate". levittown-tribune.com. Retrieved 2026-02-03.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ↑ Malaszczyk, Michael (2024-06-26). "Nassau County Primary Election Results: Siela Bynoe Defeats Taylor Darling In Primary To Replace Kevin Thomas". www.longislandpress.com. Retrieved 2026-02-03.
- ↑ November 23, 2020 (2020-11-23). "Indian American N.Y. State Senator Kevin Thomas Re-elected with Improved Margin of Victory". American Kahani. Retrieved 2023-06-22.
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