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Ken Blankenbush

Ken Blankenbush

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State Assembly · House District 117

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Biography

Ken Blankenbush is a Republican Assembly Member representing New York State Assembly District 117, which spans a large portion of the North Country, including the Adirondacks. Born on September 14, 1947, in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, he has served in the New York State Assembly since 2010.

Education and Political Experience

Limited details are available on his formal education from public records. His political experience includes election to the New York State Assembly in 2010, where he continues to serve as Assembly Member for District 117. He is a former member of a city council .

Notable Achievements and Positions

Blankenbush has championed initiatives like the New NY Broadband Program since 2015, supporting broadband expansion in his district. He introduced the Commitment to Military Education Act alongside Assembly colleague Kieran Lalor. He remains active in community engagement, such as visiting senior living communities.

Committees

7 assignments
Agriculture member
Corporations, Authorities and Commissions member
Energy member
Insurance member
Rules member
Skills Development and Career Education Legislative Commission member
Ways and Means member

At a glance

Office
State Assembly
District
House District 117
Born
September 14, 1947 (78 years old)
Mailing
Room 322, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248