County Legislatures
Long Island's two county legislatures serve as the legislative bodies for Nassau and Suffolk counties, setting budgets, passing local laws, and providing constituent services across 37 combined districts.
Nassau County Legislature
19 legislative districts — Presiding Officer and 18 members
Established
1996
Districts
19
Term Length
4 Years
Meeting Location
Mineola
District 1
Nassau County
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District 2
Nassau County
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District 3
Nassau County
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District 4
Nassau County
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District 5
Nassau County
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District 6
Nassau County
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District 7
Nassau County
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District 8
Nassau County
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District 9
Nassau County
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District 10
Nassau County
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District 11
Nassau County
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District 12
Nassau County
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District 13
Nassau County
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District 14
Nassau County
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District 15
Nassau County
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District 16
Nassau County
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District 17
Nassau County
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District 18
Nassau County
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District 19
Nassau County
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Suffolk County Legislature
18 legislative districts representing all of Suffolk County
Established
1970
Districts
18
Term Length
2 Years
Meeting Location
Hauppauge
District 1
Suffolk County
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District 2
Suffolk County
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District 3
Suffolk County
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District 4
Suffolk County
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District 5
Suffolk County
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District 6
Suffolk County
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District 7
Suffolk County
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District 8
Suffolk County
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District 9
Suffolk County
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District 10
Suffolk County
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District 11
Suffolk County
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District 12
Suffolk County
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District 13
Suffolk County
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District 14
Suffolk County
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District 15
Suffolk County
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District 16
Suffolk County
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District 17
Suffolk County
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District 18
Suffolk County
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About Long Island's County Legislatures
Nassau County Legislature
The Nassau County Legislature replaced the Board of Supervisors in 1996 following a federal court ruling that required equal representation. The 19-member body is led by a Presiding Officer elected by the members. The Legislature approves the county budget, passes local laws, confirms appointments, and oversees county departments. Legislators serve four-year terms.
Suffolk County Legislature
The Suffolk County Legislature was established in 1970 when the county transitioned from a Board of Supervisors to a charter form of government. The 18-member body is led by a Presiding Officer. The Legislature shares power with the County Executive in a separation-of-powers system. Legislators serve two-year terms and are responsible for approving the county budget and enacting local legislation.