Assemblywoman Buttenschon & The Utica Comets Kick Off 6th Annual Winter Accessories and Food Drive with Expanded Partnerships and New Community Support Oct 10, 2025 Utica, NY – In a moving show of community partnership and compassion, New York State Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (119th District) today announced the launch of her 6th Annual Winter Accessories and Food Drive at the Adirondack Bank Center. Joined...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Co-Chairs Critical Oversight Hearing on State Economic Development Programs Oct 10, 2025 Albany, NY – In a collaborative effort to evaluate and enhance New York’s economic development programs, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119), Chair of the Assembly Standing Committee on Small Business, joined Assemblyman Al Stirpe (D-127),...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Honors Fallen Heroes at State Firefighters Memorial in Albany Oct 7, 2025 Albany, NY – In a moving and powerful display of reverence, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon joined hundreds of families, firefighters, and state officials today for the 28th Annual New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony held at the...
Highway Dedication Ceremony Honors Legacy of Officer Michael E. Jensen Sep 30, 2025 Rome, NY – At a solemn ceremony on Tuesday, September 30th, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) and Senator Joseph Griffo (R-53) stood with the family of Officer Michael E. Jensen to unveil new signage dedicating a portion of State Route 46 to...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Hosts Financial Institutions Forum in the Mohawk Valley with Assemblyman Clyde Vanel Sep 10, 2025 Utica, NY – New York State Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon today convened a Financial Institutions Forum in the 119th Assembly District, bringing together local banking leaders, credit unions, and financial service providers to address the challenges...
DiNitto Farms’ Terri DiNitto Honored with Prestigious Industry Legend Award at the New York State Fair Women’s Day Breakfast Aug 27, 2025 Syracuse, NY – In a heartwarming celebration of leadership, innovation, and dedication to agriculture, Terri DiNitto of DiNitto Farms in Marcy, New York, was honored with the esteemed Industry Legend Award during the Women’s Day Breakfast at The Great...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Helps Bring Olivia’s Lemonade Stand to Utica to Honor the Life and Legacy of Olivia Rose Sacco Aug 26, 2025 Utica, NY – This morning, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon welcomed the family of Olivia Rose Sacco for a heartfelt community event outside the Utica State Office Building, where her district office is located. The Assemblywoman played a key role...
Statement from Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon in Support of USDA Decision to Protect Prime Farmland from Subsidized Solar Projects Aug 20, 2025 “As the representative of one of the most agriculturally rich and community-oriented regions in New York State, I have long championed policies that protect our farmland, honor the dignity of our farmers, and ensure a strong, stable food supply for...
Empowering the Next Generation of First Responders: Assemblywoman Buttenschon Joins Safe Schools Mohawk Valley in Launching Transformative Academy for Utica Teens Aug 18, 2025 Utica, NY – In a moment that brought together hope, unity, and purpose, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon joined forces with Safe Schools Mohawk Valley, regional officials, and emergency service leaders to officially launch the Urban Leadership Institute:...
Statement from Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon on Public Service Commission’s Approval of National Grid Rate Increase Aug 15, 2025 “My office has heard from residents, business owners, and seniors who are already struggling to afford basic utility bills, and this decision makes their burden even heavier. I am very dissatisfied with the Public Service Commission’s approval of...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Celebrates Governor’s Signing of Electronic Hunting License Legislation Aug 1, 2025 Albany, NY – Today, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law Bill A.10565/S.8644-A, proudly co-sponsored by Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, modernizing the state’s hunting regulations by allowing hunters to carry licenses, tags, and...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Celebrates Governor’s Signing of Life-Saving School Safety Legislation Jul 24, 2025 Albany, NY – Today, New York State Governor Hochul signed into law Bill A.785-A/S.5539-A, a landmark piece of legislation proudly co-sponsored by Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon to strengthen school safety plans and better protect students, staff,...
Legislators Walk the Fields: Assemblywoman Buttenschon Hosts Heartfelt 2025 Mohawk Valley Farm Tour Jul 15, 2025 Rome & Marcy, NY - On Monday, July 14, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon welcomed fellow legislators, state dignitaries, and agricultural leaders to the Mohawk Valley for her Annual Farm Tour; a powerful day-long journey through the heart of upstate...
Assembly Passes Life-Saving Legislation to Strengthen Emergency Medical Services Jul 13, 2025 Albany, NY – The New York State Assembly has officially passed Assembly Bill A.2177-A, a transformative piece of legislation that removes emergency medical services (EMS) from the real property tax levy limits imposed on local governments. As a proud...
Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Kicks Off Ice Cream Month with Celebration in Stittville Jul 1, 2025 Stittville, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–119) proudly kicked off National Ice Cream Month today with a joyful community celebration at Inside Scoop in Stittville, where she presented a formal Legislative Resolution honoring the importance...
Speaker Heastie Begins Annual Statewide Tour in Oneida County with Assemblymember Buttenschon, Announcing $3.4 Million for the Rome Family YMCA and $216,000 for Tornado Damage in the City of Rome Jun 26, 2025 Speaker Carl Heastie today began his annual statewide tour in Oneida County, where he and Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon toured the Rome Family YMCA and visited Bellamy Harbor Park to examine damage caused by the tornado that hit central New York...
Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Recent Policy Changes with NYSERDA, ORES, And DEC in Utica Jun 26, 2025 Utica, NY – In a continued effort to amplify the voices of rural and upstate New Yorkers, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–119) hosted an informative roundtable discussion today at the New York State Office Building in Utica. The event brought...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Applauds Passage of Life-Changing Co-Sponsored Legislation Protecting Families, First Responders, and the Future of New York Jun 20, 2025 Albany, NY – The 2025 Legislative Session concluded on Tuesday, marking the close of a productive and impactful season in Albany. Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–119) is proud to announce the passage of a powerful and diverse package of co-sponsored...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Launches Summer Mobile Office Hours to Hear from Every Corner of the Community Jun 13, 2025 New York State Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon is proud to announce the return of her Mobile Office Hours program this summer; an effort rooted in service, connection, and accessibility. Now in its sixth year, this ongoing initiative brings the Assemblywoman...
Assembly Passes ‘Lieutenant Joseph Banish Mental Health Act’ to Support Law Enforcement Mental Health Jun 6, 2025 Albany, NY – The New York State Assembly today passed Assembly Bill A.6721-A, known as the Lieutenant Joseph Banish Mental Health Act, a transformative piece of legislation that establishes a confidential peer support program for law enforcement officers....