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Peter Rivera
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| Peter Rivera | ||
| New York Commissioner of Labor | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| June 30, 2012 – Present | ||
| Years in position | 1 | |
| Party | Non-partisan | |
| Predecessor | Colleen Gardner | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $127,000 | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Appointed | March 2012 | |
| Appointed by | Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) | |
| Campaign $ | $595,298 | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Prior offices | ||
| New York State Assembly District 76 | ||
| 1993 - June 30, 2012 | ||
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | Business Administration, Pace College, 1968 | |
| J.D. | Saint John's Law School, Jamaica, 1974 | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | 11/12/1946 | |
| Place of birth | Ponce, Puerto Rico | |
| Profession | Attorney | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Contents |
Rivera previously served as a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly, representing District 76 from 1993 until his resignation on June 30, 2012 to take over as Commissioner of Labor. He was serving as State Assembly Speaker Pro Tempore at the time.
Biography
Rivera is an attorney in private practice. His other professional experiences include federal agent with the Drug Enforcement Agency; assistant district attorney, homicide bureau for the Bronx District Attorney's Office; and a police officer in South Bronx.
Education
Rivera earned his BA in business administration from Pace College and a JD from Saint John's Law School, Jamaica. He has two children; Lauren and Peter.[2]
Political career
Commissioner of Labor (2012-Present)
Rivera was appointed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo in March 2012 and officially took office on June 30, 2012.[3]
New York State Assembly (1993-2012)
Rivera previously served as a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly, representing District 76 from 1993 until his resignation on June 30, 2012 to take over as Commissioner of Labor. He was serving as State Assembly Speaker Pro Tempore at the time.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Rivera served on the following committees:
- Agriculture Committee, New York State Assembly
- Consumer Affairs and Protection Committee, New York State Assembly
- Judiciary Committee, New York State Assembly
- Rules Committee, New York State Assembly
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Rivera served on the following committees:
- Agriculture Committee, New York Assembly
- Consumer Affairs and Protection Committee, New York Assembly
- Judiciary Committee, New York Assembly
- Mental Health Committee, New York Assembly
- Rules Committee, New York Assembly
Elections/Appointments
2012
Rivera was nominated as New York Commissioner of Labor by Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) on March 24, 2012. Cuomo stated, "Assemblyman Rivera has the knowledge and experience to take the department to the next level."[4]
2010
- See also: New York State Assembly elections, 2010
Rivera defeated Luis Sepulveda in the September 14 Democratic primary. He defeated Steven Stern (R) and Walter Nestler (G) in the general election on November 2.[5]
| New York State Assembly, District 76 2010 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
 Peter Rivera (D)
|
13,898 | |||
| Steven Stern (R) | 1,194 | |||
| Walter Nestler (G) | 246 | |||
2008
On November 4, 2008 Rivera won re-election to the New York State Assembly, District 76, defeating opponent Charles Serrano (R).
Rivera raised $95,600 for his campaign while Serrano raised $0.[6]
| New York State Assembly, District 76 2008 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Peter Rivera (D)
|
26,832 | |||
| Charles Serrano (R) | 2,167 | |||
Campaign donors
Comprehensive donor information for Rivera is available dating back to 1998. Based on available campaign finance records, Rivera raised a total of $595,298 during that time period. This information was last updated on May 21, 2013.[7]
| Peter Rivera's Campaign Contribution History | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Office | Result | Contributions | |
| 2010 | NY State Assembly |  |
$95,800 | |
| 2008 | NY State Assembly | |
$95,600 | |
| 2006 | NY State Assembly | |
$91,723 | |
| 2004 | NY State Assembly | |
$111,366 | |
| 2002 | NY State Assembly | |
$42,909 | |
| 2000 | NY State Assembly | |
$55,425 | |
| 1998 | NY State Assembly | |
$102,475 | |
| Grand Total Raised | $595,298 | |||
2010
In 2010, Rivera received $95,800 in campaign donations. The top contributors are listed below.[8]
| New York State Assembly 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Peter Rivera's campaign in 2010 | |
| 1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East | $3,800 |
| New York State United Teachers | $3,000 |
| Mundo Red It LLC | $3,000 |
| 79Th Street Realty Corp | $2,500 |
| New York City District Council Of Carpenters | $2,500 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $95,800 |
2008
In the 2008 election, Rivera raised a total of $95,600.[9]
His 6 largest contributors in 2008 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East | $4,000 |
| Friends of Sheldon Silver | $3,800 |
| AFSCME District Council 37 | $3,500 |
| New York State AFL-CIO | $3,000 |
| New York State United Teachers | $2,500 |
| New York City District Council of Carpenters | $2,500 |
Recent news
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- Peter Rivera's Campaign Treasurer Headed To Federal Prison - New York Daily News (blog)
- Local Union #12: Insulation & Asbestos Workers Recruit Apprentices - Long Island Exchange
- Elevator Servicers and Repairers recruit apprentices - Riverhead LOCAL
- Local Union #3: Elevator Servicers & Repairers Recruit Apprentices - Long Island Exchange
- State Labor Department Partners with NYC Regional Economic Development ... - Long Island Exchange
- A consistent minimum wage would advance pay equity - Albany Times Union
- Downtown center to train manufacturers - WIVB
- GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES $260000 IN FRESHCONNECT FARMERS ... - Saugerties Post Star
- Colony Diner owner pleads guilty - The Island Now
- Governor Cuomo Announces Buffalo Billion Plan to Train 17000 Employees - WKBW-TV
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See also
External links
- New York Department of Labor
- New York Assembly - Rep. Peter Rivera
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1998
References
- ↑ New York Governor's Office, "Governor Cuomo Announces Confirmations," June 20, 2012
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Rivera
- ↑ New York Governor's Office, "Governor Cuomo Announces Confirmations," June 20, 2012
- ↑ Legislative Gazette, "Cuomo nominates Peter Rivera for Labor Commissioner," March 26, 2012
- ↑ New York Times NY state legislative election results
- ↑ Follow the Money's report 2008 Campaign donations in New York
- ↑ Follow the Money, "Career fundraising for Peter Rivera," accessed May 21, 2013
- ↑ Follow the Money - 2010 contributions
- ↑ Follow the Money - 2008 Campaign contributions
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by - |
New York Assembly District 76 1993–June 30, 2012 |
Succeeded by Micah Kellner (D) |
| Preceded by Colleen Gardner |
New York Commissioner of Labor June 30, 2012 - Present |
Succeeded by NA |
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