Jack Martins

Jack M. Martins is a Republican member of the New York State Senate, representing the 7th district located in Nassau County, New York, which includes the communities of Albertson, Carle Place, East Williston, New York, Elmont, New York, Floral Park, Franklin Square, Great Neck, Hicksville, New York, Manhasset, Mineola, New Hyde Park, Old Westbury, Port Washington, Stewart Manor, Westbury, New York, and Williston Park.

Early life and education

Martins is a first-generation American, born to parents who emigrated from northern Portugal in the 1960s. He is a resident of Mineola, where he served as mayor for eight years prior to be elected to the Senate. Martins graduated from Chaminade High School, received a bachelor's degree in political science from American University in 1988, and a Juris Doctor from St. John's University School of Law in 1991.

Political career

Martins was elected Mayor of the Village of Mineola in 2003. During his eight years as Mayor, Martins instituted a debt management plan, encouraged economic growth and passed balanced, fiscally-responsible budgets. During a difficult economic time, when most governmental entities were struggling, the Village of Mineola operated on solid fiscal ground while seeking ways to expand its tax base. He led the development of the Village's first ever comprehensive master plan which received a Smart Growth Award from Vision Long Island. During his tenure, Martins was named one of Long Island Business News' "Top 40 Under 40." Martins won election to the New York State Senate in 2010 as the representative for the Seventh Senate District.