State
State Senator, 48th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on New York laws and the state budget and confirms the Governor's appointments.
Covers Cayuga County and part of Onondaga County.
Education
Richard McCarron Jr.Republican, Conservative
No documented position found.
Rachel MayDemocratic, Working Families
- Sponsored law creating Central New York's regional STEAM school.In office
Housing
Richard McCarron Jr.Republican, Conservative
- Opposes state override of local zoning.
Rachel MayDemocratic, Working Families
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Richard McCarron Jr.Republican, Conservative
- Opposes state rules on how homes are heated.
Rachel MayDemocratic, Working Families
- Voted for the packaging reduction and recycling act (2025).In office
Health & human services
Richard McCarron Jr.Republican, Conservative
No documented position found.
Rachel MayDemocratic, Working Families
- Voted for the Medical Aid in Dying Act (2025).In office
Government & transparency
Richard McCarron Jr.Republican, Conservative
No documented position found.
Rachel MayDemocratic, Working Families
- Voted for the 2026 redistricting constitutional amendment.In office
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