Press Releases

Palmesano Sponsors Bill To Ban Supervised Injection Sites

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is co-sponsoring legislation championed by Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis (R,C,I,Ref-Brooklyn, Staten Island) and Sen. Fred Akshar (R-Binghamton) to prohibit supervised heroin injection sites across the state....

Palmesano Blasts Governor for Proposed Prison Closures

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...

Palmesano-Backed Child Victims Act Signed Into Law

“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...

Palmesano Alerting Constituents about FASNY Tuition Assistance

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...

Palmesano Appointed To New Leadership Position, New Committee Assignments

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....

Palmesano Stands Up For New York’s Most Vulnerable

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...

Palmesano Rallies With Restaurant Workers

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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...

Palmesano Cites Governor’s Failed Leadership, Policies for Dangerous Prison Conditions

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....

Palmesano Pleased to Read to Students Enrolled in Addison Public Library Summer Learning Program

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
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...

Palmesano August ‘Grants Action News’ Update

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,...

Palmesano July ‘Grants Action News’ Update

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...

Palmesano Mourns Trooper Nicholas Clark

“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...

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...