Assembly Minority Leader Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) announced the appointment of Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) as the ranking Minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means. In his new role, Palmesano will play a key role in leading fiscal...

“I congratulate Ed Ra on his election as the next Assembly Minority Leader. He’s been a trusted friend and colleague who represents the best of what it means to be a public servant. Ed is among the most respected members of the Legislature, and his...

The Assembly Minority Conference today elected Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) as its next Minority Leader. The unanimous leadership vote was held Monday morning at the State Capitol. Ra assumes the role of Minority Leader after serving as the Conference’s...

Earlier this week, after much consideration, I decided I will not be running for reelection in November. As such, I will also be stepping down from my role leading the Assembly Minority Conference. I did not make these decisions lightly, but thanks to...

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), in conjunction with Operation Oswego County, Sen. Chris Ryan, Sen. Mark Walczyk, and Oswego County officials hosted a nuclear energy forum today at Cayuga Community College’s Fulton Campus. The event...

“After a great deal of consideration, I have decided that I will not seek re-election to the 120th Assembly District. I intend to step down as Minority Leader in the coming days, allowing for a smooth transition to new leadership early in the legislative...