Village of Mexico Receives $4.5 Million from NY Forward Program
Mar 11, 2026
“I’m thrilled to announce the Village of Mexico has been awarded a $4.5 million grant through the NY Forward program. This significant investment is aimed at revitalizing the downtown area, fostering economic growth, enhancing community engagement...
Assemblyman Phil Palmesano Appointed Ranking Minority Member of The Ways & Means Committee
Feb 10, 2026
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...
Statement from Former Minority Leader Will Barclay on the Election of Ed Ra as Assembly Minority Leader
Feb 9, 2026
“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...
Assembly Minority Elects Ed Ra as New Assembly Minority Leader
Feb 9, 2026
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...
It Has Been an Honor Leading The Assembly Minority Conference
Feb 6, 2026
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...
Barclay, Oswego County Leaders Convene Forum on New York’s Nuclear Energy Future
Feb 6, 2026
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...