Press Releases

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Hosts Climate Change Seminar

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) held a climate change seminar on Tuesday, Oct. 8, with guest speaker Dr. Aaron Strong, an assistant professor of environmental studies at Hamilton College. “Climate change isn’t something we...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Seeks Nominations for First Responder Awards

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced that she is accepting nominations for her First Responder of the Year Awards. “The Mohawk Valley is home to remarkable men and women who put their lives on the line to protect our families,”...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Holds Meeting with BusPatrol on School Bus Cameras

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) hosted a presentation by BusPatrol President David Poirier on Thursday at the Utica State Office Building. BusPatrol is a national safety tech company that partners with school districts and municipalities...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Holds Roundtable to Discuss Expanding Rome Arts Community

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) held a roundtable on Tuesday, Sept. 17, with Capitol Theatre to discuss ways to expand the arts community in the city of Rome and share local art throughout the state. “The exciting and vibrant...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon: The Bravery and Sacrifice of 9/11 First Responders Will Never Be Forgotten

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) expressed her gratitude and support for the first responders who assisted with rescue and recovery efforts following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and risked or lost their lives to protect our...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon: Education is Key in Battle Against Climate Change

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) held a climate change seminar on Wednesday, Sept. 4, featuring guest speaker Dr. Ken Mazlen, an associate professor at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. “Climate change is one of the most serious threats...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Holds Ceremony to Honor the Memory of Officer Crossley

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) hosted a ceremony on Monday, Aug. 19, to dedicate a portion of Route 69 in the village of Whitesboro to late Police Officer Kevin F. Crossley. She was joined by Senator Joseph Griffo, members of local...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Hosts Roundtable on State Trade Policies

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced that she hosted a roundtable, in conjunction with the Assembly Committee on Economic Development and the Subcommittee on Export Trade, on Tuesday, August 13, to discuss trade policies and programs...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Legislation to Help Vernon Downs Casino Signed into Law

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced legislation she authored to allow the Vernon Downs Casino and Hotel to use additional gaming revenues for operating purposes was signed into law by the governor (Ch. 68 of 2019). “Gaming...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Secures Funding to Support Addiction Treatment

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced that she helped secure $50,000 in state funding for the Rescue Mission of Utica Addiction Stabilization Center (E.634). Buttenschon was joined by Wendy Goetz from the Rescue Mission at a press...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Secures Critical Funding For Mohawk Valley Schools and Students

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced at a press conference on Tuesday, June 25, that she helped secure $430,000 in additional funding for Mohawk Valley schools at the end of the 2019 legislative session. This much-needed funding...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Bill Protects Homeowners from Deceitful Business Practices

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced that the Assembly passed her legislation to protect already vulnerable homeowners after catastrophic storms by cracking down on unscrupulous roofing contractors (A.7531). “Dealing with...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Legislation Amends Safe Storage Legislation to Protect Gun Owners’ Rights

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica) announced passage of legislation she authored to amend a safe storage bill passed by the Assembly earlier this year (A.8174). The measure would provide an exemption to firearm storage requirements, allowing...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon: Health of Mohawk Valley Children is Paramount

“Vaccinations are a crucial step to keep our children safe from debilitating, sometimes life-threatening diseases. While everyone has the right to express their religious beliefs, how they practice can’t come at the cost of the lives of New...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon: We Can Never Forget the Courage of 9/11 First Responders

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced that a resolution she co-sponsored urging New York State’s congressional delegation to permanently authorize the Sept. 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act passed the Assembly (K.442). “The...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Bill Ensuring Continued Equality in the Banking Industry Passes the Assembly

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) announced that her bill to ensure state-chartered banks can operate on an equal level with federal banks has passed the Assembly (A.7604). “The financial industry is continuously changing and evolving,...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon: Green Light Bill Will Only Cause Problems for Our Communities

“The Green Light bill, which would allow undocumented immigrants to apply for a state driver’s license (A.3675-A), does not solve the safety problems impacting our communities. I’ve heard from many constituents throughout my district who...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon: Thanks American Red Cross for Blood Drive Success

Marcy, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) hosted a blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday May 31, 2019. Donors of all blood types came out to donate and in turn twenty one units of blood were collected. “I thank...

Urgent Need for Donors: Buttenschon to Host Community Blood Drive this Friday

Marcy, New York – Assemblywoman Buttenschon (D-Utica) is hosting a community blood drive with the American Red Cross at the Marcy Town Hall, 8801 Paul Becker Road, Marcy, NY on Friday, May 31, 2019 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm. Buttenschon, along with...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Holds Press Conference to Discuss Domestic Violence Legislation

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) held a press conference at her district office on Friday regarding the domestic violence legislative package the Assembly passed this week. The package includes measures to provide more resources to survivors...