Anil Beephan Jr.

Anil Beephan Jr. is an American politician and businessman who is a member of the New York State Assembly, representing the 105th district. His district comprises parts of Dutchess County. Prior to his election to the assembly in 2022, Beephan served as a councilman in East Fishkill. He is the first Republican of Indian descent to serve in the State Assembly.[1]

Anil Beephan Jr.
Member of the New York State Assembly
from the 105th district
Assumed office
January 3, 2023
Preceded byKieran Lalor
Personal details
Born
Anil Beephan Jr.
Political partyRepublican
Residence(s)East Fishkill, New York, U.S.
EducationArcadia University
Harvard Extension School

Career

Beephan's hometown is Hopewell Junction, New York.[2]

Beephan graduated from Arcadia University in Pennsylvania and later earned a master's degree from Harvard Extension School.[3]

Before entering politics, Beephan worked as a public relations and marketing strategist. He has worked in different legislative roles for New York State Senator Sue Serino. Prior to his election to the state assembly, Beephan served as a councilman in East Fishkill, New York.[2]

2022 general election

Beephan announced his candidacy for New York's 105th Assembly District in October 2021. He won the general election on November 8, 2022, with 60.4% of the vote.[4] Beephan assumed office on January 1, 2023.

Personal life

Beephan is a private pilot. He also served as a lieutenant and volunteer firefighter for East Fishkill Fire District.[3]

References
  1. Gross, Hank (2023-01-01). "Beephan takes office as state assemblyman". Mid Hudson News. Retrieved 2023-01-03.
  2. "The new state lawmakers in the 2023 legislative session". City & State NY. Retrieved 2023-01-06.
  3. Dutt, Ela. "First Indian-American Republican enters NY State Assembly as 2023 session begins | News India Times". Retrieved 2023-01-06.
  4. "2022 New York Midterm Election Results | Hudson Valley New York | Spectrum News 1". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved 2023-01-06.
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