Astoria councilwoman makes history as first queer Latina to serve District 22

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Tiffany Cabán was sworn in Wednesday, Dec. 1, as the first Latina and queer woman to serve as the City Council member for District 22. 

Cabán didn’t spare any time after her swearing-in ceremony and signed on to co-sponsor 20 pieces of legislation. The bills cover a variety of issues, including non-citizen voting rights, banning solitary confinement and paid sick leave, among others.