ALBANY, NY – The Business Council of New York State, Inc. Political Action Committee (PAC) today announced the following endorsements for the 2026 elections of the New York State Legislature. A complete list of endorsed candidates can be found below:

“The economic future of New York State depends on elected leaders who recognize the many challenges facing businesses and employers,” said Heather Mulligan, President and CEO of the Business Council of New York State, Inc. “More now than ever, lawmakers must implement sound policies that encourage further investment, competitiveness, and job creation in New York. We look forward to working with elected officials on both sides of the aisle to further improve New York’s business climate and help drive our economy forward.”

35         Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins

62         Minority Leader Rob Ortt

1            Anthony Palumbo

21         Kevin Parker

42         James Skoufis

43         Jake Ashby

45         Daniel G. Stec

50         Chris Ryan

53         Joe Griffo

54         Pamela A. Helming

56         Jeremy Cooney

57         George Borrello

63         April N. McCants-Baskin

2026 Assembly Endorsements

83         Speaker Carl E Heastie

19         Minority Leader Ed Ra

39         Catalina Cruz

43         Brian Cunningham

107       Scott Bendett

108       John T McDonald III

112       Mary Beth Walsh

113 Carrie Woerner

115       Michael Cashman

126       John Lemondes

128       Pamela Hunter