Press Releases

Palmesano: End of Session a Disappointment, Urges Leaders to Call Lawmakers Back to Finish Outstanding Business

“I am urging leaders of the state Senate and Assembly to call us back to Albany this summer to complete our work for the people of New York. As session limped to a close, too many important issues were left unresolved. Too much important legislation...

Palmesano, Colleagues Push Assembly Leadership to Bring Bipartisan Reform Bills to Floor

With just days remaining in this year’s Legislative Session, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) and his Minority colleagues are urging the Assembly Majority to end their blockade of common-sense, bipartisan reform bills that already passed nearly...

Palmesano Welcomes St. Michael School Fifth Graders from Penn Yan to Albany

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Recently, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) was pleased to welcome the fifth graders from St. Michael School in Penn Yan for a visit in the Capitol. “I want to thank Mr. Prather and all of his fifth graders who were able to make the trip...

Palmesano Rewards 2017 Summer Reading Champs With Ice Cream Party

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Earlier today, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) kicked off his 2018 Summer Reading Challenge by honoring last year’s champions, the students from Spencer-Van Etten Elementary School. Palmesano partnered with Shurfine Foodmart manager Don Mattison...

Palmesano Meets With Yankee Legend Joe Girardi

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On the heels of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision legalizing commercial sports betting, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) met with former Yankee great Joe Girardi to discuss the importance of implementing a regulatory framework that protects...

Palmesano Welcomes Local 4-H Representatives to Albany

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Recently, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) enjoyed a productive meeting with local attendees of the New York State Association of Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H Capital Day. The event provides 4-H participants with an opportunity to learn...

Palmesano Welcomes Talented Student from Bath To Albany

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Recently, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) was pleased to welcome Kylee Miller to Albany and provide her with a behind-the-scenes look at a busy day in the Capitol during Legislative Session. Miller was attending the League of Women Voters...

Palmesano Votes for Barbara Underwood as Acting Attorney General

“I’m glad that the people of New York State will be able to choose our next state attorney general for a new term when they go to the polls this November. In the meantime, the office is in good hands. Acting Attorney General Barbara Underwood will...

Elected Officials, Finger Lakes Wineries and Residents to Cuomo: Trash Incinerators Have No Home in Finger Lakes

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Albany, NY – Local elected officials, wineries and Finger Lakes residents held a press conference in Albany on Tuesday to call on Governor Cuomo to reject Circular enerG’s trash incinerator proposal and urge legislators to pass bi-partisan bills in...

Palmesano Welcomes Bacalles Back to Assembly Chamber

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Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) was pleased to welcome his predecessor, Jim Bacalles, back to the Assembly during Bacalles’ recent visit to the Capitol. “It was a real privilege for me to welcome Jim back to Albany,” said Palmesano....

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) Statement On Eric Schneiderman

“The allegations detailed in The New Yorker last night are deeply disturbing. It was appropriate for the attorney general to step down and resign. My heart goes out to the victims and their families. New Yorkers must not tolerate this conduct...

O’Mara and Palmesano Host NYWIA’s 5th Annual ‘Sip and Sample’ In Albany

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Albany, N.Y., May 8—Since 2014, the New York Wine Industry Association (NYWIA) has welcomed spring in Albany with its annual “Sip and Sample� tasting event hosted by State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil...

Palmesano May ‘Grants Action News’ Update

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is sending his “May Grants Action News Update” to residents, organizations and local governments about a series of grants available from the state, federal government and private entities. Each month, the...

Palmesano Encourages Area Residents to Celebrate I Love My Park Day

Tomorrow, May 5, is the seventh annual I Love My Park Day, a statewide event held by Parks & Trails New York dedicated to beautifying, cleaning and enhancing state parks. “It’s also about promoting awareness about all of the recreational opportunities...

Palmesano Blasts Proposal to Ban Educational Firearms Training and Scholastic Shooting Programs

“This legislation might be good politics for downstate politicians, but its terrible public policy. The bill, A.10428, would ban educational and extracurricular programs that promote safety and inclusiveness. The New York State High School Clay Target...

Palmesano, Lupardo Welcome Advocates for Student Journalism from Corning-Painted Post High School to Assembly Chamber

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Recently in Albany, Assemblymen Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) was pleased to welcome student journalism advocates from Corning-Painted Post High School to the capitol. Palmesano, Assemblywoman Lupardo (D-Endwell) and Sen. Tom O’Mara (R,C-Big Flats)...

Palmesano, Friend Welcome Area Families to the Capitol

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Recently in Albany, Assemblymen Phil Palmesano and Chris Friend were pleased to welcome area students and parents from Loving Education at Home (LEAH), an organization which supports Christian families who provide their children with education opportunities...

Palmesano Speaks To Fourth Graders at Watkins Glen Elementary

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Assemblyman Phil Palmesano spoke with an inquisitive and energetic group of about 80 fourth-grade students at Watkins Glen Elementary. He delivered a presentation on state government. Palmesano outlined the respective roles each of the three branches...

Palmesano Alert: Recruit NY Open House Events Are This Weekend

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is reminding area residents of a chance to learn about an exciting opportunity to give back to their community and protect their neighbors. This weekend, April 28 and 29, the Firemen’s Association of the State...

Palmesano, Steuben County Leaders Hold Donate Life Press Conference

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Today, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning), Steuben County Clerk Judy Hunter, Chairman of the Steuben County Legislature Joseph Hauryski and Steuben County Manager Jack Wheeler organized a press conference at the local DMV office in Corning to...