With approximately 76% of the countywide votes counted, the Nassau County Legislature is likely to remain under Republican control, with a projected split of 11 Republicans and 8 Democrats.
The current legislature has a Republican majority with an 11-7 split, following a vacancy in District 15 after John Ferretti left to become Hempstead town supervisor. Prior to the vacancy, the split was 12-7 in favor of Republicans.
After the election, Democrats gained one seat, flipping District 14. The Nassau County Legislature consists of 19 legislators representing 19 districts.
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Author's summary: Republicans likely to keep majority in Nassau County Legislature.