Jose Rivera (politician)

José Rivera
Member of the New York State Assembly from the 78th District
In office January 3, 2001 – December 31, 2022
Preceded by	Roberto Ramirez
Succeeded by	George Alvarez
In office January 3, 1983 - December 23, 1987
Preceded by	Armando Montano
Succeeded by	Israel Martinez
Member of the New York City Council from the 15th district
In office December 23, 1987 - December 31, 2000
Preceded by	Fernando Ferrer
Succeeded by	Joel Rivera
Personal details
Born	(1936-07-30) July 30, 1936 (age 88) San Juan, Puerto Rico
Political party	Democratic
Children	Joel Rivera, Naomi Rivera

José Rivera (born July 30, 1936) is a former politician who served in the New York State Assembly from 2001 to 2022, representing the Fordham-Bedford, Kingsbridge Heights, Bedford Park, and Belmont sections of the Bronx. He is a member of the Democratic Party.