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Asm. Albert A. Stirpe

District 127 Democrat First elected 2009

Albert A. Stirpe has represented AD-127, a D+3 district in Central New York, since 2009, and has posted consistent but not dominant margins in recent general elections — 13.2 points over Timothy R. Kelly in 2024 and 11.2 points in 2022, though his 2020 race fell to a competitive 9.2-point margin and his 2014 contest was decided by just 5.4 points; the 2026 scenario model rates the seat Likely D at base, sliding to Lean D in a favorable Republican environment. The district is majority-white (86.6%), suburban and homeowner-heavy (76.7% homeownership), with a median household income of $97,621 and a tight registration split — 32.8% Democrat, 30.3% Republican, and 30.9% Independent — reflecting its marginal D+3 lean. In the 2025 session, Stirpe sponsored 77 bills, with his heaviest concentrations in Alcoholic Beverage Control (13 bills), Tax (9 bills), Economic Development (7 bills), and Cannabis (6 bills), alongside smaller clusters in Education, General Municipal, Insurance, and Public Health.AI

Vulnerability Index

Base lean: D+9

Favorable D
Likely D
Neutral
Likely D
Favorable R
Lean D

Scenario model: ±5pt national environment shift applied to district base lean (D+9). 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

General Elections

Year Winner Runner-up Margin
2024 Albert A. Stirpe, Jr. 56.6% (41,280) Timothy R. Kelly 43.4% (31,710) 13.2pts
2022 Albert A. Stirpe, Jr. 55.6% (31,079) Karen Ayoub 44.4% (24,858) 11.2pts
2020 Albert A. Stirpe, Jr. 54.6% (42,219) Mark R. Venesky 45.4% (35,150) 9.2pts
2018 Albert A. Stirpe, Jr. 58.0% (33,946) Nicholas R. Paro 42.0% (24,567) 16.0pts
2016 Albert A. Stirpe, Jr. 56.1% (36,604) Vincent Giordano 37.7% (24,568) 18.4pts
2014 Albert A. Stirpe, Jr. 52.7% (23,220) Robert J. Demarco 47.3% (20,814) 5.4pts
2012 Albert A. Stirpe, Jr. 55.0% (34,370) Don Miller 45.0% (28,091) 10.0pts
2010 Peter D. Lopez 100.0% (31,561) Uncontested
2008 Peter D. Lopez 100.0% (34,054) Uncontested
2006 Peter D. Lopez 55.0% (22,215) W. Scott Trees 45.0% (18,194) 10.0pts
2004 Daniel L. Hooker 55.0% (29,659) Kevin P. Neary 45.0% (24,304) 10.0pts
2002 Daniel L. Hooker 58.6% (21,641) Dixie Lou Baldrey 31.1% (11,474) 27.5pts
2000 George H. Winner, Jr. 84.9% (27,495) Sidney S. Graubard 15.1% (4,896) 69.8pts
1998 George H. Winner, Jr. 100.0% (25,306) Uncontested
1996 George H. Winner, Jr. 90.8% (25,710) David W. Cortland 9.2% (2,618) 81.6pts

Primary Elections

Year Winner Runner-up Margin
2016 (Republican) Vincent Giordano 51.4% (913) Michael J. Becallo 48.6% (864) 2.8pts
2002 (Republican) Daniel L. Hooker 33.9% (2,605) William E. Cherry 33.2% (2,549) 0.7pts
2000 (Republican) George H. Winner, Jr. 75.0% (4,781) Sidney S. Graubard 25.0% (1,596) 50.0pts

Source: NYS Board of Elections certified results. ⚡ = margin under 10 pts. District history reflects 2022 redistricted boundaries.

Voter Registration

33%
30%
37%
Dem 32.8% Rep 30.3% Ind/Other 37.0%

District 127 Profile

Population 131,149
Median income $97,621
Median rent $1,182
Homeownership 76.7%
Education (BA+) 43.0%
Poverty rate 8.0%
Uninsured rate 2.4%
Unemployment rate 4.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024).

Demographics

White 86.6%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 2.9%
Median age 41.8
Foreign born 5.7%
Limited English households 1.3%
Veterans 6.2%
Disability rate 12.7%

Commute Mode

Drive alone 76.7%
Public transit 0.4%

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 77
Floor debate appearances 25
Years in office 17

Bill sponsorship from NYS Open Legislation API. Joint hearing appearances from NYS Senate hearing transcripts.

Floor Session Activity

S08777 / A09430 PASSED 2026-02-26
An act to amend the Economic Development Law, in relation to technical assistance provided to municipalities related to college and university closures; and to repeal Section 153 of the Executive Law
The Assembly passed S08777, a bill amending the Economic Development Law to provide technical assistance to municipalities dealing with college and university closures. The measure, sponsored by Senator May with Assemblymember Stirpe as the Assembly sponsor, was advanced on consent and passed without debate or recorded vote tally.
A09430 / S08777 PASSED 2026-02-25
An act to amend the Economic Development Law, in relation to technical assistance provided to municipalities related to college and university closures; and to repeal Section 153 of the Executive Law
S08777 LAID ASIDE 2026-02-25
An act to amend the Economic Development Law
A08022-A PASSED 2026-02-09
An act to amend the Criminal Procedure Law, in relation to requiring certain covered platforms to provide a process for law enforcement agencies to contact such platform and to comply with search warrants within 72 hours
A04127-A PASSED 2026-02-05
Direct Department of Public Service to conduct study on deployment of energy interconnection processes into electrical grid
A07464 PASSED 2025-06-17
Retail wine and liquor purchases between licensees
The Assembly passed legislation amending the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law to permit restaurants, bars, and caterers to purchase wine and liquor from retail licensees when facing supply shortages. Asm. Stirpe, the bill's sponsor, explained that the measure allows establishments to purchase up to six bottles from local liquor stores when they run out and cannot wait for regular wholesale deliveries, ensuring they can continue serving customers. Stirpe emphasized the bill creates no economic losers: wholesalers continue selling the same volume to retailers, Teamster drivers maintain regular shipments, and establishments avoid service disruptions. The bill takes effect 90 days after passage.
S08091 / A05496-A PASSED 2025-06-17
An act to amend the Tax Law, in relation to the timeframe of distributors of cannabis products to file tax returns
A02007 PASSED 2025-06-16
An act to amend the Executive Law, in relation to providing technical assistance to any municipality that has had a college or university close within such municipality
A06576-B PASSED 2025-06-16
Thruway toll exemption for Central New York I-81 construction
The Assembly passed legislation providing a temporary toll exemption on select New York State Thruway exits in Central New York during the I-81 reconstruction project. Sponsor Asm. Magnarelli said the measure is necessary to divert local traffic from congested side roads and improve safety during the major construction undertaking in the Syracuse area. The bill allows the Thruway Authority to implement fees if needed to offset lost revenue, estimated at approximately $11 million annually based on 2016 permit data. Opponents, including Asm. Fitzpatrick and Asm. Reilly, warned the five-year temporary exemption will likely be extended, setting a precedent for other regions to demand similar benefits. Asm. Reilly drew parallels to Staten Island's annual fight to maintain Verrazano Bridge resident discounts. The bill passed with Asm. Glick voting in the affirmative after requesting to explain her vote.
A04127-A / S04127 PASSED 2025-06-11
An act to authorize and direct the Department of Public Service to conduct a study on the deployment of energy interconnection processes into the electrical grid
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
A07377 PASSED 2025-06-05
An act to amend the Canal Law, in relation to establishing a stakeholder group to coordinate water release in the Oswego River Basin
The Assembly passed A07377, sponsored by Asm. Stirpe, establishing a stakeholder workgroup to coordinate water management in the Oswego River Basin. The bill implements recommendations from a 2022 Flood Mitigation Task Force and creates a multi-entity group to manage water flow across ten Finger Lakes and associated waterways. The measure had passed unanimously in 2024 but was vetoed by Governor Hochul over cost concerns. Stirpe characterized the costs as negligible, describing the group as all-volunteer and operating primarily via Zoom. During debate, Asm. Walsh raised concerns that Oswego County—which has significant shoreline in the basin—was omitted from the named stakeholder entities and requested that recommendations be shared with minority leadership. Stirpe indicated openness to considering amendments addressing these points.
A08597 PASSED 2025-05-29
An act to amend Chapter 230 of the Laws of 2023, amending the Environmental Conservation Law relating to big game hunting authorization for the County of Onondaga
A7793 PASSED 2025-04-28
An act to amend Chapter 837 of the Laws of 2022, amending the Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law relating to authorizing special proceedings to convey title to abandoned commercial and industrial real property to a city, town, or village, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
A01241-A LAID ASIDE 2025-04-01
Repeal section 17-40 of the Election Law relating to furnishing money and entertainment to induce attendance at polls
A03928-B PASSED 2025-03-25
An act to amend the General Business Law, in relation to automatic renewals, continuous service offers and automatic subscription renewals
The Assembly passed A03928-B, legislation to regulate automatic subscription renewals and continuous service offers. Sponsor Assemblymember Bores said the bill addresses consumer complaints about hidden charges and difficulty canceling subscriptions. The measure passed unanimously through three committees and has backing from the Business Council, Tech NYC, and local chambers of commerce. Bores noted the bill aligns with regulations in other states, avoiding new compliance burdens on New York businesses while providing consumer relief.
A01473 / S04636 PASSED 2025-02-12
Chapter amendment to amend General Municipal Law relating to including lakes in adopt-a-municipal park, shoreline or roadway programs and fees for activities undertaken pursuant to a lake program
A03922 PASSED 2025-02-10
Economic Development Law amendment promoting the New York State beverage industry
A08036-A PASSED 2024-06-10
Establishing a stakeholder group to coordinate water release in the Oswego River Basin
A08036-A / S08036-A PASSED 2024-06-07
Establishing a stakeholder group to coordinate water release in the Oswego River Basin
A08036-A / S08036-A PASSED 2024-06-07
Establishing a stakeholder group to coordinate water release in the Oswego River Basin
A09969 / S09777 PASSED 2024-06-06
An act to amend the Economic Development Law, in relation to extending the reporting deadline of the Advisory Panel on Employee-Owned Enterprises
A09969 / S09777 PASSED 2024-06-06
An act to amend the Economic Development Law, in relation to extending the reporting deadline of the Advisory Panel on Employee-Owned Enterprises
The Assembly passed A09969, extending the reporting deadline for the Advisory Panel on Employee-Owned Enterprises. The panel was originally tasked in 2017 with delivering a report by 2018 but has failed to do so despite receiving multiple one-year extensions. Asm. Goodell supported the measure while criticizing the panel's lack of responsiveness to the Legislature, expressing hope that the extension will finally result in the long-overdue report.
A09969 / S____ LAID ASIDE 2024-06-04
An act to amend the Economic Development Law, in relation to extending the reporting deadline of the Advisory Panel on Employee-Owned Enterprises; and to amend Chapter 435 of the Laws of 2017 amending the Economic Development Law relating to establishing an advisory panel on employee-owned enterprises within the Division of Small Business Services, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
A09969 / S____ LAID ASIDE 2024-06-04
An act to amend the Economic Development Law, in relation to extending the reporting deadline of the Advisory Panel on Employee-Owned Enterprises; and to amend Chapter 435 of the Laws of 2017 amending the Economic Development Law relating to establishing an advisory panel on employee-owned enterprises within the Division of Small Business Services, in relation to the effectiveness thereof

Source: Official NY Assembly floor session transcripts (Granicus). AI-processed. Includes sessions from 2023 onward where transcripts are available.

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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.