New York state Assemblyman Jeff Gallahan will not seek reelection in 2026, the Republican lawmaker announced Friday.
“Having the privilege of representing the people of the mighty 131st Assembly District has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I am incredibly grateful for your trust, your support, and all of the incredible friendships I’ve built along the way,” Gallahan said in a statement. “After a great deal of prayer and reflection with my wife, Lynn, and our two children, Jackie and Corey, I have made the difficult decision not to seek re-election this November due to recent health challenges.”
Gallahan did not elaborate further on those health challenges.
Gallahan was first elected to the 131st Assembly District in 2020, succeeding former Minority Leader Brian Kolb, which includes portions of Ontario, Seneca, Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Broome and Chenango counties.
He most recently has served on the Assembly Committee on Correction. His district is home to the Cayuga Correctional Facility in Auburn.
Prior to the Assembly, Gallahn served as the Manchester town supervisor and town councilman. He was also a journeyman machinist at the General Railway Signal Company.
Gallahan joins a number of state legislators from both parties who have decided not to seek another term this fall.
“Even though I won’t be seeking re-election, my work is far from finished. We still have a state budget to get done and eight weeks left in this year’s legislative session, and I remain committed to being a strong voice for my constituents across all seven counties I represent through my final day in office on December 31st,” Gallahan said.