Press Releases

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Celebrates the Passage of Sponsored Legislation to Establish a Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Behavioral Condition Community Stakeholder Committee on Elementary Education

Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is proud to announce the New York State Assembly has voted unanimously to advance Bill A.5213-A, legislation introduced by the Assemblywoman which will establish a Developmental Disability, Mental...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Passes Sponsored Legislation to Expand Access to Enhanced Star Tax Exemptions

Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is proud to announce the New York State Assembly has voted to pass Bill A.11350, legislation introduced by Assemblywoman Buttenschon which would allow late filers to apply for a retroactive ‘Enhanced’...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Legislation to Help Small Businesses Navigate Regulatory Changes Passes Through Assembly

Albany, NY – As Chair of the Assembly Small Business Committee, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is proud to announce the New York State Assembly has voted unanimously to advance Bill A.11046, legislation introduced by Assemblywoman Buttenschon...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Statement on the Passage of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 New York State Budget

“This evening, the Legislature concluded its work on the Fiscal Year 2027 State Budget, a process that has spanned over 57 days and ten budget bills. And while I could not support all of these bills, I want to be direct about why: a budget should be...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Continues to Express Disappointment in the Inclusion of Policy in the State Budget Bills

“We have passed two more budget bills in the Assembly, the Public Protection and General Government (PPGG), and the Transportation, Economic Development, and Environmental Conservation (TED) Article VII Budget Acts. While I did not support both of these...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Responds to the Passage of Budget Bill A.100006-C, the Education, Labor, and Family Assistance Article VII Budget Act

Albany, NY – Today, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is announcing the legislature’s passage of the State’s Education, Labor, and Family Assistance (Article VII Budget Act, A.10006C). Passing the Assembly today, this new legislation will...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Celebrates Assembly Passage of Co-Sponsored Legislation Increasing Personal Income Tax Credits for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers

Albany, NY – Today, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) announces that the New York State Assembly has voted to advance Bill A.6790-A, legislation co-sponsored by Assemblywoman Buttenschon that stands to award personal income tax credit increases...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon’s Update on the New York State Assembly Committee on Small Business Meeting on May 13th, 2026

“As Chair of the Assembly’s Small Business Committee, yesterday I convened a meeting to advance legislation aimed at supporting entrepreneurs and strengthening the small businesses that serve as the backbone of our local economies. “During the meeting,...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Joins the Legislature in Celebrating Dominicans in Albany at the New York State Capitol

Albany, NY – In celebration of the extraordinary contributions of the Dominican community to the State of New York, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) joined her colleagues in the New and Senate Dominican Delegation today for Dominicans in Albany,...

Legislature Joins Assemblywoman Buttenschon in Proclaiming May 5th, 2026 as Teacher Appreciation Day in the State of New York

Albany, NY – Joined by her statewide colleagues in the legislature, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) today proudly celebrates Teacher Appreciation Day, as the New York State Assembly passed her sponsored Resolution K1265, memorializing Governor...

Legislature Joins Assemblywoman Buttenschon in Proclaiming May 2026 as Lupus Awareness Month in the State of New York

Albany, NY – Joined by the unanimous legislature, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) proudly announces the adoption of Resolution K1255, memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026 as Lupus Awareness Month in the State of New York....

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Statement on Co-Sponsored Legislation Increasing Scrutiny of Proposed Utility Rate Hikes

“As the cost of living continues to climb, rising utility rates are putting even more strain on Mohawk Valley families. To help provide relief, I co-sponsored and advocated for this week’s passage of legislation that prioritizes affordability and...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon’s Co-Sponsored Legislation to Address the Crisis of Veterans’ Suicide Advances Through Committee

Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is pleased to announce the New York State Assembly Committee on Veterans’ Affairs has voted to advance Bill A.9645-A. Co-sponsored by Assemblywoman Buttenschon and introduced by Assemblyman Charles...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Hosts Youth in Crisis Roundtable with Local, Legislative, & State Agency Leadership

Albany, NY – In a review of interagency coordination between State agencies on complex cases involving youth in crisis, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) hosted a Youth in Crisis Roundtable discussion in Albany today to assess the effectiveness...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Announces Assembly Passage of Co-Sponsored Public Safety, Veterans’ Affairs, Health, and Childcare Legislation

Albany, NY – Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) is proud to announce a host of co-sponsored legislative achievements have passed in the Assembly Chamber. Together, the legislative package seeks to expand upon the mental health services available...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Supports the Artificial Intelligence and Social Media Protections Signed into Law

Albany, NY – In response to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and the ever-evolving social media landscape, New York State has enacted a sweeping package of legislation designed to protect New Yorkers from the societal challenges posed...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Joins the Legislature in Proclaiming April 2026 as Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Month in the State of New York

Albany, NY – In conjunction with the observance of National Donate Life Month, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) joined her statewide colleagues today in proclaiming April 2026 as Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Month in the State of New York,...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Attends Joint Budget Subcommittee Conference on Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business

Albany, NY – Wednesday, March 18th, as Chair of the Assembly Standing Committee on Small Business, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) participated in the New York State Legislature’s Joint Budget Conference Subcommittee Hearing on Commerce,...

Assemblywoman Buttenschon Joins the Legislature in Honoring Vietnam Veterans on the Occasion of Vietnam Veterans’ Day in the State of New York

Albany, NY – In recognition of New York State’s Vietnam Veterans’ Day, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) joined her statewide colleagues today in welcoming Vietnam Veterans from across the state to Albany for Vietnam Veterans Day at the...

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Honors Outstanding Women in the Mohawk Valley at Her 8th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony

Utica, NY - Today, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon proudly hosted the 8th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony at Harts Hill Inn in Whitesboro, in celebratory recognition of extraordinary women in the Mohawk Valley who have made outstanding...