2026 New York General Election

Lino, 36, grew up in the Bethpage-Levittown area and lives in Rockville Centre with his wife and two daughters. An attorney, he has worked for the Town of Hempstead for more than 15 years and serves as deputy town attorney.

Lino tax relief bid

BACKGROUND
Lino, 36, of Rockville Centre, is a registered Republican and is running on the Republican and Conservative party lines in the general election.

He is an attorney and deputy town attorney for the Town of Hempstead, where he handles labor and employment matters, municipal litigation and advising town departments on legal issues. He has been an assistant to former town supervisors and worked in the town attorney’s office while attending law school.

Lino received a bachelor’s degree in history from Misericordia University in Pennsylvania and a law degree from Touro Law Center.

Edward J. Lino and Nassau County Legislator, 1st District

Edward J. Lino grew up in the Bethpage-Levittown area. He earned a bachelor's degree in history from Misericordia University and a law degree from Touro Law Center. He lives in Rockville Centre with his wife and their two daughters.

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Mr. Lino works as the assistant to the Town Supervisor in the Town of Hempstead. Through his job, he organizes the Town’s special ceremonies to honor Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month and India Republic Day. He also helps to organize the Women’s History Month program at the Town.

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Mr. Lino has also served as a top aide to Supervisor Kate Murray, who was the first female supervisor in the Town’s history. He stated, “Public service is a real passion of mine and I know it’s my calling to help people. I plan on becoming a government attorney or an elected official in Nassau County after I earn my JD from Touro Law to continue to do good for others on a larger scale.”

Edward J. Lino is an attorney and deputy town attorney for the Town of Hempstead. He previously worked as an assistant to the town supervisor and as a top aide to Supervisor Kate Murray.

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Republican Edward J. Lino, 36, of Rockville Centre, is a Town of Hempstead deputy attorney who is running his first race for elective office in this overwhelmingly Democratic district. He did not meet with the editorial board.

Scott M. Davis for Nassau Legislative District 1

Edward's campaign for Nassau County Legislator, District 1, is his first race for elective office.

Lino said he would prioritize responsible government spending and seek to freeze county property taxes, arguing officials should review expenditures before considering increases.

“The money is the people’s money, it’s not the government’s money,” he said, “so they should spend it wisely.”

The money is the people’s money,” he said, “so they should spend it wisely.”

He said he would examine spending on park staffing and road projects to identify efficiencies. He suggested shifting workers between departments, subject to collective bargaining agreements. Lino said he would work with other municipalities and invest in small businesses to create jobs, while exploring state grants.

He said he would examine spending on park staffing and road projects to identify efficiencies. He suggested shifting workers between departments, subject to collective bargaining agreements. Lino said he would work with other municipalities and invest in small businesses to create jobs, while exploring state grants.

ISSUES

Lino said that if elected he would prioritize accessible local government and responsive constituent services.

Lino said he is focusing his campaign on affordability. He said he wants to keep Nassau County affordable for families, seniors and young people through responsible spending and finding government efficiencies.

He said he has made public safety a priority and that he supports law enforcement officers and first responders, asserting that they should have the resources needed to keep residents safe.

Plans to seek a freeze on county property taxes and review expenditures before considering increases.

Plans to examine park staffing and road-project spending to identify efficiencies.

Seeks to examine park staffing and road-project spending to identify efficiencies.

Proposes shifting workers between departments, subject to collective bargaining agreements.

Plans to work with other municipalities, invest in small businesses to create jobs, and explore state grants.

Wants to keep Nassau County affordable through responsible spending and government efficiencies.

Wants to "keep Nassau County affordable" through responsible spending and government efficiencies.

- Plans to seek a freeze on county property taxes and review expenditures before considering increases.
- Seeks to examine park staffing and road-project spending to identify efficiencies.
- Proposes shifting workers between departments, subject to collective bargaining agreements.
- Plans to work with other municipalities, invest in small businesses to create jobs, and explore state grants.
- Wants to "keep Nassau County affordable" through responsible spending and government efficiencies.

Economy

Lino pledged to respond promptly to constituents and seek fair distribution of county investments throughout the district, which includes parts of Hempstead, South Hempstead, Rockville Centre, North Baldwin and Roosevelt.

He identified three first-year goals: freezing or lowering taxes, investing in roads, parks and community services, and improving neighborhood safety and relationships with law enforcement.

Infrastructure is another priority. Lino cited Grand Avenue in Baldwin and Lakeview Avenue in Rockville Centre as roads needing attention. He said he would work with local officials to address road, sewer and pothole problems across jurisdictional boundaries and keep residents informed about projects.

Lino pledged to respond promptly to constituents and seek fair distribution of county investments throughout the district, which includes parts of Hempstead, South Hempstead, Rockville Centre, North Baldwin and Roosevelt.

Plans to invest in parks and community services.

Pledges prompt responses to constituents and fair distribution of county investments across the district.

- Plans to invest in parks and community services.
- Pledges prompt responses to constituents and fair distribution of county investments across the district.

Public Services

As of October 26, 2026, Edward J. Lino did not have a website or any information online.

Housing & Urban Development

On public safety, Lino said he would work with police unions and department officials to identify resource needs. He said representatives of the Police Benevolent Association and detectives told him staffing was down and additional support was needed.

“I think we need to support our police,” Lino said. “I think that we need to give them the backing that they deserve and that they need, because they’re the ones that are putting their lives on the line every day, not civilians.”

ISSUES

Lino said that if elected he would prioritize accessible local government and responsive constituent services.

Lino said he is focusing his campaign on affordability. He said he wants to keep Nassau County affordable for families, seniors and young people through responsible spending and finding government efficiencies.  

He said he has made public safety a priority and that he supports law enforcement officers and first responders, asserting that they should have the resources needed to keep residents safe.

Plans to work with police unions and department officials to identify resource needs and support police and first responders.

- Plans to work with police unions and department officials to identify resource needs and support police and first responders.

Public Safety

Infrastructure is another priority. Lino cited Grand Avenue in Baldwin and Lakeview Avenue in Rockville Centre as roads needing attention. He said he would work with local officials to address road, sewer and pothole problems across jurisdictional boundaries and keep residents informed about projects.

Plans to work with local officials across jurisdictions to address road, sewer, and pothole problems and keep residents informed.

Aims to work with local officials across jurisdictions to address road, sewer, and pothole problems and keep residents informed.

- Aims to work with local officials across jurisdictions to address road, sewer, and pothole problems and keep residents informed.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Edward J. Lino

As of October 26, 2026, Edward J. Lino’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Scott Davis, Esq. is a lifelong resident of Long Island, who grew up in Hempstead and resides in Rockville Centre, where he and his wife have raised their family. He is an attorney with over 30 years of experience in litigation, coaches law school trial advocacy and served as a Commissioner of the Nassau County Civil Service Commission.

Meet Scott

Being an active and positive member of the community is a part of Scott's commitment to giving back. He has coached youth football and basketball, and mentored students from elementary through high school.

Scott is an avid physical fitness enthusiast, marathon runner and enjoys playing basketball. Scott can be counted on to use his experience and demonstrated commitment to the community to advocate and legislate for all residents of District 1. He is also Vice President and Founding Member of the RVC Friends of MLK, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the Rockville Centre community.

Scott M. Davis is a lifelong resident of Long Island who grew up in Hempstead. He has coached youth football and basketball and mentored students from elementary through high school. He is vice president and a founding member of RVC Friends of MLK, Inc., a nonprofit organization serving the Rockville Centre community.

ABOUT LEGISLATOR DAVIS. Scott Davis, Esq. is an attorney with over 30 years of experience as a litigator. He has served as a Commissioner for the Nassau County Civil Service Commission and the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission.

District 1 - Scott Davis

Scott is an attorney and litigator. He coaches trial advocacy at a law school and has served as a commissioner for the Nassau County Civil Service Commission and the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission.

District 1 - Scott Davis | Nassau County, NY - Official Website

Biography: Scott Davis was elected on November 7, 2023, and assumed office on January 1, 2024, representing the newly formed First Legislative District, which is comprised of the Village of Rockville Centre and a majority of the Village of Hempstead. He grew up in Hempstead and has lived in Rockville Centre since 2006.

“In my first term as a legislator, all that concern, all of that desire to do good, it’s presented a platform for me where I can actually do that,” he said. “I get access to resources, I get access to information, and probably one of my favorite things of all that I really, really like to do is I’ve gone everywhere in my district and I’ve developed relationships, and I’ve been able to create a synergy of putting different people together for a good end.”

Scott Davis seeks re-election to Nassau County Legislature

Scott was elected in 2023 to represent Nassau County's 1st Legislative District and assumed office in 2024. He is serving his first term as a legislator.

Scott Davis seeks re-election in Nassau County Legislative District 1

Legislator Davis is committed to focusing on innovative solutions and initiatives that increase efficiency and help make Nassau County a more affordable place to live and raise a family. He intends to closely monitor County operations and fiscal expenditures to ensure the County is running economically, which helps lower the financial burden on taxpaying residents.

What We’ve Achieved As your Legislator in District 1 of Nassau County, Scott has: When Nassau’s County Executive tried to push through over $1 million in no-bid contracts and shady spending, Scott stood up and shut it down demanding transparency and protecting your tax dollars. Stopped Over $1 Million in Misused County Funds.

Plans to monitor county operations and spending to increase efficiency and reduce taxpayers' financial burden.

Said he stopped more than $1 million in no-bid county contracts and called for transparency in county spending.

- Plans to monitor county operations and spending to increase efficiency and reduce taxpayers' financial burden.
- Said he stopped more than $1 million in no-bid county contracts and called for transparency in county spending.

By working closely with community leaders and organizations, Legislator Davis seeks to raise awareness of County resources such as senior and mental health services, programs for youths and the physically challenged as well as the services of the County’s offices of Minority and Community Affairs.

Breaking the stigma: the importance of mental health. Scott Davis is breaking the stigma around mental health by encouraging open dialogue, community resources, and legislative support. His efforts focus on education, prevention, and making mental health care accessible for all residents of Nassau County.

Mental Health & Wellness

Seeks to raise awareness of county resources for seniors, mental health, youth, people with disabilities, and minority and community affairs.

Supports education, prevention, and accessible mental-health care for Nassau County residents.

- Seeks to raise awareness of county resources for seniors, mental health, youth, people with disabilities, and minority and community affairs.
- Supports education, prevention, and accessible mental-health care for Nassau County residents.

As of October 26, 2026, Scott M. Davis’s website did not contain information on this issue.

He wants to strengthen bonds with our partners in county and village law enforcement to ensure public safety and vigilance against hate crimes. Legislator Davis will also focus on implementing infrastructure revitalization in the Village of Hempstead, utilizing the millions of dollars secured through the efforts of legislators Siela Bynoe and Kevan Abrahams.

Just before the April 23 legislative session, the Democratic caucus was informed by the administration that the capital plan would include nearly $1.3 million for volunteer firefighters, local police and EMS squads for our districts. In District 1, this includes more than $32,000, the amount necessary to fund the purchase of a new ambulance for Rockville Centre EMS, fulfilling a commitment made by myself and Alternate Deputy Minority Leader Debra Mulé.

Power of Checks and Balances

Public Safety & Justice. Senior Scam Prevention Workshop Empowers Hempstead Community. Grateful to team up with @legislatorlenanicks, @emeraldcitycivic, and Consumer Affairs for a senior scam prevention workshop. Residents gained tools to protect themselves and loved ones. A powerful evening for community awareness and safety!

Public Safety & Justice

Wants to strengthen coordination with county and village law enforcement to promote public safety and address hate crimes.

Committed to funding a new ambulance for Rockville Centre Emergency Medical Services.

Partnered with local officials and Consumer Affairs on a senior scam-prevention workshop.

- Wants to strengthen coordination with county and village law enforcement to promote public safety and address hate crimes.
- Committed to funding a new ambulance for Rockville Centre Emergency Medical Services.
- Partnered with local officials and Consumer Affairs on a senior scam-prevention workshop.

Plans to implement infrastructure revitalization in the Village of Hempstead using funding previously secured by county legislators.

- Plans to implement infrastructure revitalization in the Village of Hempstead using funding previously secured by county legislators.

Davis said his proudest legislative achievement was securing $1.75 million in clean-water funding for Hempstead after learning about contamination issues, particularly the elevated presence of the carcinogen 1,4-dioxane. “It took us nine months, but I got the money, and (as) a first-time legislator, to be able to have the minority caucus get together and prioritize that as an issue — it’s recognizing that issue, and then it’s fighting for that issue,” he said. “And people were sick of me, because everywhere I went, I talked about it, and it was a great day to be able to get that money.”

Said he secured $1.75 million in clean-water funding for Hempstead after raising concerns about water contamination.

- Said he secured $1.75 million in clean-water funding for Hempstead after raising concerns about water contamination.

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Calls for equal processing of community projects before moving forward with capital-plan bonding.

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