Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today blasted Gov. Cuomo for his proposal to close three additional correctional facilities in New York State through amendments to his Executive Budget proposal. Palmesano said that prison closures in recent...

“I was proud to support the Child Victims Act and am pleased Gov. Cuomo signed it into law. However, I am sad and angry that we needed to pass this law in the first place because of the horrifying things that brought us to this point. We got here...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is advising members of volunteer fire departments and the community about an opportunity to receive tuition reimbursement through the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY). FASNY has developed...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) was recently named Deputy Minority Whip of the Assembly Minority Conference by Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb. Kolb also tapped Palmesano to serve on two new key committees- Insurance and Ways and Means....

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today rallied with disability advocates and home-care beneficiaries to stand strong against the governor’s proposed budget cuts to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), a critical funding...

Today, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) rallied with industry workers, family restaurant owners and fellow lawmakers to protect the tipped-wage credit, an important tax provision that helps workers earn a living wage while helping restaurant...

As the pressure-cooker environment inside of our state correctional facilities continues to intensify, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) wrote to the governor this week seeking new state resources to ensure safe staffing levels in our prisons....

Recently, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) was pleased to read to students participating in the Addison Public Library Summer Learning Program at Addison High School. “I’m proud to promote literacy in our community, whether it’s fighting...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is sending his “August 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,...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is sending his “July 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...

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Trooper Nicholas Clark. He died in the line of duty. He died doing what he did every day: protecting his friends, his family and his community. His tragic passing is a stark reminder that law enforcement is a...

“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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

“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...

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...