Albany, N.Y.,—A bipartisan group of 130 state legislators, organized by State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) and representing more than 60% of the Legislature’s entire membership, today joined...

“Thank you to Governor Cuomo and the state Department of Health for recognizing and understanding the absolutely critical role that St. James Hospital plays in this community and region, and for helping us take this step to transform and modernize it...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) and his fellow members of the Conference of Italian-American State Legislators are announcing the availability of applications for their annual scholarship program. Four scholarships will be awarded, each...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is encouraging his colleagues to join him in supporting bi-partisan legislation sponsored by state Sen. Michael Nozzolio and Assemblymember Alieen Gunther to help some of our most selfless neighbors access needed...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) and his Assembly Minority colleagues today released their plan to make college more affordable for hardworking students and their families. “The amount of debt we see students leaving school with today...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) will be holding a series of community meetings in Seneca County this week. On Wednesday, February 10, there will be a meeting at the Covert Municipal Building, 8469 S. Main St. in Interlaken from 5:00-6:00 p.m.,...

Elmira, N.Y., February 4—A new economic impact study released this week by the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) showing that volunteer fire departments save the local communities and local taxpayers they serve more than $3 billion...

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...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today announced that the New York State Department of Civil Service will be offering a new examination for those interested in a career with the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today joined members of the Assembly Minority Conference to unveil a comprehensive report and recommendations offered by his colleagues on the New York State Assembly Minority Task Force on Heroin Addiction &...

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...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) stood with his colleagues at a press conference this morning to advocate for passage of legislation (A.8658) that would empower members of the Legislature on both sides of the aisle to override the speaker’s...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is sending his January 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 Assembly...

“The governor presented his agenda for New York today. As usual, his agenda includes some proposals I can support, others that need more clarity, and some I just cannot support. “First, I am encouraged the governor has finally agreed to eliminate...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) joined Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb and his Assembly Minority colleagues this morning at a press conference highlighting the need for critical ethics reform. These reform measures would bring greater...

On Wednesday, January 13, Governor Cuomo will present his annual State of the State/Budget Address to highlight his priorities for the upcoming 2016 Legislative Session. While we certainly have many challenges facing our state, I also believe we have...

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today expressed skepticism regarding measures to limit deterrence strategies in New York State’s increasingly dangerous prisons. Palmesano is worried that the settlement reached between progressive activists...

Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua), Assemblyman Robert C. Oaks (R,C-Macedon), Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia), Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning), Assemblyman Peter Lawrence (R,C,I-Greece) and local leaders called...

“It's a great day for the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions; it’s one of the most significant days we've had in a long time. These Regional Economic Development Council victories have the potential to truly transform our economic future. First...