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Asm. Pamela J. Hunter
District 128
Democrat
First elected 2015
Pamela J. Hunter (Democrat, AD-128) holds a safe seat in a D+22 district centered in the Syracuse area, where Democrats hold a 43.3% to 21.4% registration advantage over Republicans, with 30.0% enrolled as Independents. Her 2024 general election margin was 26.0 points against Daniel A. Ciciarelli, consistent with her 2022 margin of 21.8 points; the district's 2026 scenario model rates the seat Safe D across all electoral environments. The district has a 19.1% poverty rate, a median household income of $66,943, and a racial composition of 62.5% white, 19.9% Black, 8.0% Hispanic, and 3.8% Asian. In the 2025 session, Hunter sponsored 106 bills, with the heaviest concentration in Insurance (23 bills), followed by Education and General Business (7 bills each), and Public Health (5 bills); the top lobbying sectors active in her district include areas that overlap with her Insurance-dominant sponsorship portfolio.AI
Vulnerability Index AD-128
Base lean: D+26
Favorable D
Neutral
Favorable R
Scenario model: ±5pt national environment shift applied to district base lean (D+26). Base lean blends voter registration (40%) with recent contested general election margins (60%), using up to the last 4 general elections with margins under 40 points. Ratings: Safe D/R = 15+ pts, Likely = 8–14 pts, Lean = 3–7 pts, Toss-up = within 2 pts. Generic ballot from Silver Bulletin (Nate Silver), as of 5/1/2026. Not a prediction — reflects structural competitiveness under different cycle environments.
Electoral History AD-128
General Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Pamela Jo Hunter 63.0% (34,748) | Daniel A. Ciciarelli 37.0% (20,382) | 26.0pts |
| 2022 | Pamela Jo Hunter 60.9% (24,443) | Dominick J. Ciciarelli 39.1% (15,717) | 21.8pts |
| 2020 | Pamela Jo Hunter 65.1% (36,910) | Stephanie M. Jackson 34.9% (19,823) | 30.2pts |
| 2018 | Pamela Jo Hunter 100.0% (33,323) | Uncontested | — |
| 2016 | Pamela Jo Hunter 100.0% (38,890) | Uncontested | — |
| 2015 | Pamela J. Hunter 53.7% (10,730) | John W. Sharon 35.7% (7,130) | 18.0pts |
| 2014 | Sam Roberts 56.5% (19,241) | John W. Sharon 43.5% (14,818) | 13.0pts |
| 2012 | Sam Roberts 65.0% (32,898) | John W. Sharon 35.0% (17,703) | 30.0pts |
| 2010 | Robert C. Oaks 100.0% (27,702) | Uncontested | — |
| 2008 | Robert C. Oaks 100.0% (32,498) | Uncontested | — |
| 2006 | Robert C. Oaks 100.0% (24,096) | Uncontested | — |
| 2004 | Robert C. Oaks 90.2% (35,467) | Randy Pellis 9.8% (3,857) | 80.4pts |
| 2002 | Robert C. Oaks 93.6% (24,407) | Dorothy A. Holtz 6.4% (1,671) | 87.2pts |
| 2000 | Robert C. Oaks 100.0% (37,272) | Uncontested | — |
| 1998 | Robert C. Oaks 95.9% (28,247) | Carol M. Archunde 4.1% (1,205) | 91.8pts |
| 1996 | Robert C. Oaks 95.5% (32,465) | Sharl W. List 4.5% (1,522) | 91.0pts |
Primary Elections
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 (Democratic) | Pamela J. Hunter 52.4% (1,927) | Jean Kessner 29.9% (1,100) | 22.5pts |
Source: NYS Board of Elections certified results. ⚡ = margin under 10 pts. District history reflects 2022 redistricted boundaries.
Voter Registration
District 128 Profile
Population
128,269
Median income
$66,943
Median rent
$1,100
Homeownership
62.1%
Education (BA+)
36.4%
Poverty rate
19.1%
Uninsured rate
3.8%
Unemployment rate
6.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024).
Demographics
White
62.5%
Black
19.9%
Hispanic
8.0%
Asian
3.8%
Median age
39.0
Foreign born
8.6%
Limited English households
3.0%
Veterans
5.4%
Disability rate
15.1%
Commute Mode
Drive alone
69.2%
Public transit
3.0%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2024). Race and ethnicity figures may not sum to 100% — Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity category that overlaps with racial groups.
Legislative Activity (2025–2026)
Bills sponsored
106
Floor debate appearances
25
Years in office
11
Bill sponsorship from NYS Open Legislation API. Joint hearing appearances from NYS Senate hearing transcripts.
Floor Session Activity 2025–2026
A08087
PASSED
2026-03-09
An act to amend the Military Law, in relation to the issuance of a New York State Cold War Commemorative Medal
The Assembly passed A08087, sponsored by Assemblymember Stern and others, authorizing the issuance of a New York State Cold War Commemorative Medal. Assemblymember Slater spoke in support, noting that Cold War veterans answered their nation's call and deserve special recognition. He stated that Cold War era veterans in his district have specifically requested this commemorative medal and that state recognition would be meaningful to many veterans.
A06078-A
PASSED
2026-02-24
Extension of time for child day care providers to meet licensing requirements
A09461 / S04879-B
PASSED
2026-01-20
Clarifying requirements for glass repair and calibration of advanced driver assistance systems
A01457 / S01457
PASSED
2025-06-13
An act to amend the Insurance Law, in relation to enacting the 'New York Travel Insurance Act' regulating the licensing and registration of limited lines travel insurance producers and travel retailers, and the sale and marketing of travel insurance and related products
A06870
PASSED
2025-06-09
An act to amend Chapter 591 of the Laws of 2001, amending the Banking Law relating to limiting the check cashing exemption for national banks and other regulated entities
A06870
PASSED
2025-06-09
An act to amend Chapter 591 of the Laws of 2001, amending the Banking Law relating to limiting the check cashing exemption for national banks and other regulated entities
A06943-B
PASSED
2025-06-06
An act to amend the General Business Law, in relation to establishing standards for glass repair and calibration of advanced driver assistance systems
A07934
PASSED
2025-06-06
An act in relation to authorizing the Onondaga County Sheriff's Department, in the County of Onondaga, to offer the optional 20-year retirement plan to Deputy Sheriffs Brittany E. Dorn, Noah C. Hunt, Daniel D. Lorenzini, Gordon J. Lopez, Tre C. Fesinger, Christopher L. Van Dusen
A07906-A
PASSED
2025-05-28
Donate Life registration clarification — amends Insurance Law and Public Health Law to clarify provision of Donate Life registration to certain insured persons
The Assembly passed A07906-A, which clarifies the provision of Donate Life registration to certain insured persons under the Insurance Law and Public Health Law. Assemblyman Palmesano, explaining his vote, highlighted the urgency of increasing New York's organ donor registration rate, which stands at 50 percent compared to the national average of 64 percent. He noted that 8,000 New Yorkers are on transplant waitlists, with nearly 400 dying last year while waiting for organs. Palmesano emphasized that a single organ donor can save up to eight lives and impact 75 others, underscoring the bill's potential to save lives. The bill passed without recorded opposition.
A05405
PASSED
2025-05-22
An act to amend the General Business Law, in relation to void provisions in construction contracts
A06078-A
PASSED
2025-05-21
An act to amend the Social Services Law, in relation to allowing child day care providers an extension of time to make necessary changes or accommodations to their facility to meet licensing requirements
A08087
PASSED
2025-05-05
An act to amend the Military Law, in relation to the issuance of a New York State Cold War Commemorative Medal
A01455
PASSED
2025-04-08
An act to amend the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law, in relation to exempting the South Onondaga Fire Department from the requirement that the percentage of nonresident fire department members not exceed 45 percent of the membership
A02124
PASSED
2025-03-24
An act to authorize the board of trustees of the Village of East Syracuse to permit that the office of village justice and/or associate justice may be held by a non-resident, provided that they reside in the town of Dewitt
A01098 / S02498-A
PASSED
2025-02-12
Chapter amendment to amend General Municipal Law and Public Authorities Law relating to including providing onsite child care services or facilitating new child care service by a project into a uniform tax exemption policy
A02056 / S7125-A
PASSED
2025-02-03
Prohibiting mortgagees from requiring mortgagors of certain real property to purchase flood insurance exceeding certain limits
The Assembly passed A02056, sponsored by Asm. Hunter, Weprin, and Sayegh, which prohibits mortgagees from requiring mortgagors of certain real property to purchase flood insurance exceeding certain limits. The bill amends the Real Property Law and takes effect immediately.
A07428-A / S____
PASSED
2024-06-03
An act to amend the Banking Law, in relation to removal and prohibition of directors, trustees, officers, members or partners of certain entities; and to repeal certain provisions of such law related thereto
The Assembly passed legislation authorizing the superintendent of the Department of Financial Services to remove or suspend officers, directors, and trustees of New York State-chartered banks and foreign-licensed financial institutions for engaging in unsafe or unsound practices or misconduct. Sponsor Assemblywoman Hunter said the bill modernizes an antiquated removal process tied to a banking board that was dissolved when DFS was created in 2011, and codifies the superintendent's existing oversight authority in light of recent bank failures including Signature Bank and Silicon Valley Bank. The bill includes due process protections allowing removed individuals to appeal and seek judicial review. Republican Assemblymember Goodell opposed the measure, warning that the broad 'unsafe or unsound' standard will cause banks to tighten lending standards and reduce mortgage lending to lower-income borrowers during a housing crisis. The Majority Conference supported the bill while the Republican Conference was generally opposed. The bill passed on a party-line vote.
A07428-A / S____
PASSED
2024-06-03
An act to amend the Banking Law, in relation to removal and prohibition of directors, trustees, officers, members or partners of certain entities
The Assembly passed legislation modernizing New York's process for removing officers and directors of state-chartered financial institutions. The bill, sponsored by Assemblywoman Hunter, transfers authority from a defunct banking board to the Superintendent of the Department of Financial Services, allowing removal of covered individuals engaged in unsafe or unsound practices. The measure includes due process protections and judicial review options. Supporters cited recent bank failures including Signature Bank as justification for codifying removal authority. Opponents, led by Assemblyman Goodell, warned the broad "unsafe or unsound" standard could chill mortgage lending and make banks overly risk-averse during a housing crisis, potentially reducing lending to lower-income borrowers. The Majority Conference supported the bill while the Republican Conference opposed it, though some members crossed party lines.
A06126-A
PASSED
2024-05-30
An act to amend the Insurance Law, in relation to prohibiting insurers from reducing disability benefits unless certain conditions are met
A08276
PASSED
2024-05-30
An act to amend the Insurance Law, in relation to providing for the issuance of pet insurance
A00725 / S00725
PASSED
2024-05-28
An act to amend the Election Law, in relation to the order in which candidates appear on the ballot
The Assembly passed A00725, sponsored by Asm. Hunter, requiring candidates to appear on ballots in descending order based on electorate size, with federal offices listed before state, county, or local offices. The bill shifts judicial offices, including Supreme Court justices, to the end of the ballot. Ms. Hunter cited documented voter drop-off in Nassau County where 24,000 voters failed to vote for a Congressional candidate when judges appeared first. Opponents, including Asm. Norris and Asm. Walsh, argued the current jurisdictional ordering has worked well and that the bill unfairly disadvantages contested judicial races by placing them at the ballot's end. Ms. Walsh contended the Legislature created the problem by placing too many races on even-year ballots and that the bill benefits legislative candidates at judges' expense. The Democratic Conference voted in favor; the Republican Conference opposed.
A10073
PASSED
2024-05-15
An act to amend the Environmental Conservation Law, in relation to extending the authority of the Department of Environmental Conservation to manage deer and bear
A05073-A
PASSED
2024-04-16
An act to amend the Real Property Law, in relation to prohibiting mortgagees from requiring mortgagors of certain real property to purchase flood insurance exceeding certain limits
A06924
PASSED
2024-03-21
An act in relation to the study of utilization of state government payments as an opportunity to transition unbanked and underbanked state residents into the banking system
A07353
PASSED
2024-03-21
An act to amend the Banking Law, in relation to authorizing New York chartered banking institutions to exercise powers authorized to banking institutions chartered in other states, subject to the approval of the superintendent of financial services
Source: Official NY Assembly floor session transcripts (Granicus). AI-processed. Includes sessions from 2023 onward where transcripts are available.
Bill Focus Areas 2025–2026
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Grouped by law section from sponsored Assembly bills. Source: NYS Open Legislation API.
Lobbying Activity
No lobbying disclosures on record for this member in the available dataset (JCOPE filings targeting Assembly members).
Source: NY Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government via data.ny.gov.