John Mannion (American politician)
John Mannion | |
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| Member of the New York State Senate from the 50th district | |
| Assumed office December 16, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Bob Antonacci |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 8, 1968 Syracuse, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence(s) | Geddes, New York, U.S. |
| Alma mater | SUNY Binghamton (BS) SUNY Oswego (MS) |
| Website | Campaign website Official website |
John Mannion is an American politician. A Democrat, he is currently a member of the New York State Senate representing the 50th district. He was first elected in 2020. Prior to becoming a state senator, Mannion was a biology teacher.[1] Mannion was elected to the 50th district of the New York State Senate in 2020, defeating Republican Angi Renna and becoming the first Democrat to hold the seat in more than 50 years.[2]
Background
Mannion was born and raised on Tipperary Hill in Syracuse. He is a lifelong Central New Yorker and the grandchild of Irish immigrants. He currently resides in Geddes with his family. Mannion received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from SUNY Binghamton and later attended SUNY Oswego to earn his Master’s of Science and Secondary Science Education. After completing his education, Mannion spent nearly three decades teaching in public schools. He spent twenty-one of those years teaching Advanced Placement Biology in the West Genesee School District, where he also served as President of the West Genesee Teachers’ Association.[3] In 2018, Mannion ran for New York State Senator in New York’s 50th district and was narrowly defeated by incumbent Republican Bob Antonacci. In 2020, he ran for the seat again and won with 52.57% of the vote over Republican Angi Renna.[4]
New York State Senate
As State Senator, Mannion is the first ever Chairperson of the Committee on Disabilities.
He also serves as a member on the following committees:
- The Committee on Children and Families
- The Committee on Civil Service and Pensions
- The Committee on Education
- The Committee on Environmental Conservation
- The Committee on Housing, Construction and Community Development
- The Committee on Internet and Technology[5]
Mannion is the prime co-sponsor of the Green CHIPS Legislation in an effort to get a factory for making computer chips built in White Pine Commerce Park in Onondaga County. This legislation has been signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul. [6] Since the bill was signed into law, Micron, a semiconductor manufacturing company, has pledged $100 billion to have the facility built in Clay, NY. [7]
In April 2022, Mannion passed a $220 billion spending plan which implemented tax cuts for the middle class. [8]
In July of 2022, Mannion sponsored legislation that would establish a public awareness campaign to combat stigmas about developmental disability and increase flexibility for those with disabilities to make decisions about their guardianships. This legislation has been signed into law. [9]
In February 2022, Mannion sponsored legislation that would establish a living allowance for adults with developmental disabilities. This legislation has been signed into law.[10]
In May 2021, Mannion sponsored legislation extending the effectiveness of the Upstate Flood Mitigation Task Force until July 1, 2023. This legislation has been signed into law.[11]
In March 2022, Mannion sponsored a bill that would provide supplemental aid to low-spending, high-need school districts.[12]
In May 2022, Mannion sponsored a bill that would establish a zero-emission industrial truck grant program. [13]
Mannion also introduced a bill that would extend compensation coverage to workers who contract tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease.[14]
Mannion has secured $50,000 in state grants for gun violence prevention programs located in Central New York.[15]
References
- ^ Board, Advance Media NY Editorial (October 22, 2020). "Editorial endorsement: Angi Renna in the 50th Senate District". syracuse. Retrieved June 17, 2022.
- ^ "State Sen. John Mannion will seek election in new NY Senate district". syracuse. May 26, 2022. Retrieved June 17, 2022.
- ^ "About John W. Mannion". NY State Senate. Retrieved October 7, 2022.
- ^ "John Mannion". Ballotpedia. Retrieved October 7, 2022.
- ^ "About John W. Mannion". NY State Senate. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "State's chips bill adds to federal government's incentives designed to bring factory to Onondaga County". WSYR. August 11, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ Lohr, Steve (October 4, 2022). "Micron Pledges Up to $100 Billion for Semiconductor Factory in New York". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "Final New York State budget draws mixed reactions from lawmakers, budget watchdog groups". WAER. April 9, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "Five bills signed to help disabled New Yorkers". WIVT - NewsChannel 34. July 26, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "NY State Senate Bill S7794". NY State Senate. January 11, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ robert.harding@lee.net, Robert Harding. "Mannion highlights 2022 bills, from 'Green CHIPS' to special education funding". Auburn Citizen. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "NY State Senate Bill S8555". NY State Senate. March 11, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "NY State Senate Bill S8760". NY State Senate. April 12, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "Senator Mannion introduces bill to help those suffering from Lyme disease". WSYR. May 5, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
- ^ "Mannion announces grant to support gun violence prevention". Eagle News Online. July 15, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
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