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Erik Bottcher

Erik Bottcher

NY State Senator

New York State Senate · District 47

Term: Jan 2025 – Dec 2026·Election: Nov 2026 →

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  • Attitude·Feb 2026

    Erik Bottcher Becomes First Openly Gay State Senator in New York

    Erik Bottcher made history by winning the New York State Senate seat for District 47, marking a significant milestone for LGBTQ+ representation in the state legislature as the first openly gay State Senator in New York.

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  • Metro Weekly·Feb 2026

    Erik Bottcher Wins State Senate District 47 Special Election

    Erik Bottcher won the special election for New York State Senate District 47, taking office on February 4, 2026, after previously serving as an NYC Council Member.

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  • Introduces and votes on state laws
  • Reviews and approves the state budget
  • Confirms Governor's agency appointments

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