Senator Gallivan Receives Support of Unshackle Upstate

Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C-I, Elma) is once again being recognized by Unshackle Upstate for his record of supporting efforts to cut taxes and create jobs.  The pro-taxpayer, pro-business advocacy organization reviews how Senators and Assemblymembers vote on legislation, the budget and issues of concern to upstate residents.  Through its political action committee, UPAC, Unshackle Upstate is endorsing Gallivan for re-election in November.

"When I talk with constituents and business owners throughout the district, the issues I hear the most about are taxes and jobs,” Gallivan said.  “While we have made some progress in reducing taxes for residents and businesses and helping companies maintain and create jobs, there is more work to be done.  I am grateful for the support of Unshackle Upstate and their strong advocacy on these issues.”    

Senator Gallivan is among 11 Senators and 22 Assemblymembers to receive the support of Unshackle Upstate this year. 

"Voters across Upstate are concerned about sluggish job growth and the overall health of the economy. The 33 candidates that we’ve endorsed will fight for a pro-growth agenda that includes tax relief, sensible regulatory reforms, a better business climate and a brighter future for Upstate New York,” said Greg Biryla, executive director of Unshackle Upstate. “We’re proud to support these candidates and encourage Upstate voters to support them with us on Election Day.”

Since taking office in 2011, Senator Gallivan has supported a cap on state spending, a 2% property tax cap and dozens of tax cuts.  As a result, New York’s middle class tax rate is the lowest since 1948 while the manufacturing tax rate is the lowest since 1917.  According to the Department of Labor, more than 800,000 jobs have been created in New York over the past six years. 

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