Press Releases

Palmesano Alert: Deadline For Tuition Assistance For Members Of Volunteer Fire Departments Extended

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...

Palmesano: State Hiring New Correction Officers

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...

More Funding, Treatment Options Needed To Combat Heroin Epidemic

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 &...

Palmesano Alert: February 5 Tuition Aid Deadline For Students, Members Of Volunteer Fire Departments Fast Approaching

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...

Palmesano Pushes For True Representative Democracy

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...

Palmesano January ‘Grants Action News’ Update

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...

Palmesano Reacts To Gov. Cuomo’s State Of The State/Budget Presentation

“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...

Palmesano, Assembly Minority Colleagues Call For Ethics Reform

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...

Palmesano Outlines His Goals And Priorities For The 2016 Legislative Session

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...

Palmesano Stands With Correction Officers

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...

Local Roads Matter: Inadequate Funding for Infrastructure Will Have Devastating Effects on New Yorkers

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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...

Palmesano Applauds Area Regional Economic Development Councils for Outstanding Work

“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...

Palmesano December ‘Grants Action News’ Update

O’Mara, Area Assemblymen Holding Community Meetings Across The Region In Mid-December

Elmira, N.Y., December 7—New York State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) will be joined by area Assemblymen Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning), Bill Nojay (R,C-Pittsford) and Joe Giglio (R,C,I-Gowanda) at a series of community meetings across Schuyler,...

Palmesano, Area Legislators Promote Holiday Drive For The Troops

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is letting his friends and neighbors know they can participate in the annual Holiday Drive for the Troops, a cornerstone of area holiday giving. The drive is organized and coordinated by Sen. Mike Nozzolio. The...

O’Mara-Palmesano Legislation To Expand Broadband Services In Public Libraries Delivered To Governor

Albany, N.Y., November 18—Legislation sponsored by Senator Tom O’Mara R,C,I-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) to allow public libraries across the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions, and statewide, to access funding for...

Legislation to Create Dairy Farm Energy

Albany — Legislation co-sponsored by New York State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) to establish a “Dairy Farm Improved Energy Efficiency Loan Fund” has been delivered to Governor Andrew Cuomo...

Palmesano November ‘Grants Action News’ Update

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is sending his November 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 Honored as a Friend to Farmers

Based on his legislative actions and tireless advocacy on behalf of family farmers, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) has been selected to the New York State Farm Bureau’s “Circle of Friends.” It is the fifth...

Statement from Assemblyman Phil Palmesano On Kraft–Heinz Announcement

Campbell, N.Y. — State Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,I,C-Corning) released the following statement on today’s announcement that the Kraft-Heinz facility in Campbell (Steuben County) will only stay open for the next 12 to 24 months: “This agreement...