Hawley Congratulates New Assembly Minority Leader Ed Ra
February 9, 2026
Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C-Batavia) today congratulated Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) on his election as leader of the Assembly Minority Conference.
“Ed Ra has long been a steady, thoughtful voice for taxpayers and small businesses across New York. His experience, attention to detail and willingness to listen will serve our Conference well at a time when affordability, agriculture and public safety remain top concerns for families and employers throughout Western New York.
“I look forward to working alongside Leader Ra to support our farmers and manufacturers, strengthen local economies in Genesee, Monroe and Orleans counties and ensure the state government respects upstate communities. Together, we will continue fighting for responsible budgets, lower costs and common-sense policies that help rural and small-town New Yorkers succeed.”