Senator Oberacker Sworn in for First Tem

SCHENEVUS, 01/01/21 -- State Senator Peter Oberacker (R/C – Schenevus) took the oath of office today for his first New York State Senate term.  Senator Oberacker was sworn in at the Town of Maryland courthouse where his mother, Carol Oberacker, served as a town justice for over two and half decades. 

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Senator Oberacker limited the gathering to a small circle of family and close friends.  Following the swearing-in ceremony, Oberacker addressed supporters and well-wishers, offering thoughts on his plans for his first term representing the 51st Senate District and New York State: 

“It is my great honor to take on this esteemed position and I look forward to serving the people of the 51st Senate District. 

“We are living in challenging times, however, I am certain that we will overcome the obstacles in front of us and move forward together.  After traveling throughout the region over the past several months, it is clear to me that the people who live and work here are our greatest assets. 

“Families and individuals along with our small businesses, schools, local governments, and countless community groups have persevered during the COVID pandemic – that is our nature here in upstate New York.  Now, as we prepare to open a new legislative session, it is time for Albany to take commonsense steps to truly improve our state.

“Delivering high-speed broadband for all, strengthening our Main Street businesses, investing in our farms, and backing our first responders and frontline health care providers are just a few initiatives I will fight for in my first term. 

“As I begin my first term, I do so with a great support system of family and friends, including my longtime representative, Senator James L. Seward.  I look forward to continuing his strong record of public service.

“I ran for the state senate to make a positive difference in the lives of those who I now have the privilege to represent.  It is a great responsibility and one I am deeply committed to fulfilling.” 

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