Press Releases

Legislators Walk the Fields: Assemblywoman Buttenschon Hosts Heartfelt 2025 Mohawk Valley Farm Tour

Rome & Marcy, NY - On Monday, July 14, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon welcomed fellow legislators, state dignitaries, and agricultural leaders to the Mohawk Valley for her Annual Farm Tour; a powerful day-long journey through the heart of upstate...

Assembly Passes Life-Saving Legislation to Strengthen Emergency Medical Services

Albany, NY – The New York State Assembly has officially passed Assembly Bill A.2177-A, a transformative piece of legislation that removes emergency medical services (EMS) from the real property tax levy limits imposed on local governments. As a proud...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Kicks Off Ice Cream Month with Celebration in Stittville

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Stittville, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–119) proudly kicked off National Ice Cream Month today with a joyful community celebration at Inside Scoop in Stittville, where she presented a formal Legislative Resolution honoring the importance...

Speaker Heastie Begins Annual Statewide Tour in Oneida County with Assemblymember Buttenschon, Announcing $3.4 Million for the Rome Family YMCA and $216,000 for Tornado Damage in the City of Rome

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Speaker Carl Heastie today began his annual statewide tour in Oneida County, where he and Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon toured the Rome Family YMCA and visited Bellamy Harbor Park to examine damage caused by the tornado that hit central New York...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Recent Policy Changes with NYSERDA, ORES, And DEC in Utica

Utica, NY – In a continued effort to amplify the voices of rural and upstate New Yorkers, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–119) hosted an informative roundtable discussion today at the New York State Office Building in Utica. The event brought...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Applauds Passage of Life-Changing Co-Sponsored Legislation Protecting Families, First Responders, and the Future of New York

Albany, NY – The 2025 Legislative Session concluded on Tuesday, marking the close of a productive and impactful season in Albany. Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–119) is proud to announce the passage of a powerful and diverse package of co-sponsored...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Launches Summer Mobile Office Hours to Hear from Every Corner of the Community

New York State Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon is proud to announce the return of her Mobile Office Hours program this summer; an effort rooted in service, connection, and accessibility. Now in its sixth year, this ongoing initiative brings the Assemblywoman...

Assembly Passes ‘Lieutenant Joseph Banish Mental Health Act’ to Support Law Enforcement Mental Health

Albany, NY – The New York State Assembly today passed Assembly Bill A.6721-A, known as the Lieutenant Joseph Banish Mental Health Act, a transformative piece of legislation that establishes a confidential peer support program for law enforcement officers....

Assembly Passes Legislation to Protect Schools and Places of Worship from Proximity to Cannabis Retailers

Albany, NY – The New York State Assembly today passed Assembly Bill A.5341-A, a bipartisan measure aimed at strengthening community protections by prohibiting cannabis retail storefronts from operating within 500 feet of schools or 200 feet of houses...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Applauds Passage of Legislation Expanding PTSD Benefits for Emergency Dispatchers and Correction Officers

Albany, NY – The New York State Assembly today passed Assembly Bill A.3549, a critical measure aimed at addressing mental health disparities among first responders by extending access to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) benefits to emergency dispatchers...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Applauds Assembly Passage of Key Bills supporting Mental Health, Public safety and Health Transparency

Albany, NY – On June 4, 2025, the New York State Assembly passed a series of impactful bills co-sponsored and strongly supported by Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–119). These bills mark important victories for frontline workers, public health...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon’s Honors Outstanding Women in the Mohawk Valley at Her 7th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony

Utica, NY – Today, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon hosted the 7th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony at the Irish Cultural Center in Utica, recognizing exceptional women who play a vital role in supporting small businesses and strengthening...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon’s Co-Sponsored Bill Expands Voting Accessibility in School District Elections

Albany, NY – Today marks a significant milestone for school districts and local communities across New York as Ch. 571 of 2024 (A1390/S1160) officially takes effect. This new law, which Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon proudly co-sponsored, expands...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon’s Co-Sponsored Bill Helps Establish New York’s First Parkinson’s Disease Registry

Albany, NY – Today, New York takes a groundbreaking step in public health with the implementation of Ch. 573 of 2024 (A5803B/S4674A), a landmark law that establishes a statewide Parkinson’s disease registry. This crucial legislation, which Assemblywoman...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Champions Homeowner Protections with New Flood Insurance Law

Albany, NY – Today, a significant victory for New York homeowners takes effect with the implementation of Ch. 557 of 2024 (S7125-A/A5073-A), a law that protects homeowners from excessive flood insurance requirements. Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon,...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Honors Local Veterans with Handmade Valentine's Day Cards from Local Students

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) proudly continued the tradition of spreading love and appreciation to local veterans this Valentine's Day through her annual Valentines for Vets initiative. This year's effort was made possible by the overwhelming...

New Law Co-Sponsored by Assemblywoman Buttenschon Takes Effect, Providing Lifeline to Veterans in New York State

Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is proud to announce that legislation she co-sponsored, A7173/S7544, officially takes effect today, delivering a powerful new support system for veterans across the state. The law mandates that...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Announces Signing of Major Opioid Crisis Legislation

Utica, NY - Taking a significant step in New York's fight against the opioid crisis, Governor Kathy Hochul has signed Bill A.1588-A into law. Sponsored by Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119), this landmark legislation mandates that all public institutions...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Delivers Winter Accessories for Fifth Annual Hat and Mitten Drive

Utica, NY - Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) proudly delivered a collection of winter accessories to two impactful nonprofit organizations in the Mohawk Valley, Connected Community Schools and Thea Bowman House. The delivery marked the successful...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Welcomes New U.S. Citizens as Keynote Speaker at Naturalization Ceremony

Utica, NY - Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) proudly served as the keynote speaker at a naturalization ceremony held on Thursday, December 5th, at the U.S. Courthouse Building in Utica. The event, presided over by Judge Hurd, welcomed 51 new...