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Peter B. Harckham

Peter B. Harckham

Democratic · New York · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for New York Senate District 40, New York

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Increased Foundation Aid school funding
  • Environmental protection, including clean drinking water sources and zero-emission vehicle requirements by 2035
  • Increased funding for law enforcement and gun violence interruption programs
Biography

Peter B. Harckham is the Democratic candidate for New York Senate District 40 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified general-election ballot. Peter B. Harckham is a sitting member for the district, per the State Senate's member directory. Harckham is the incumbent state senator for District 40, representing the Hudson Valley. His legislative work has focused on first responders and emergency services, clean energy, and state funding for local infrastructure and senior programs, per his official Senate page.

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New York Senate District 40New York · 2026Westchester County sample ballot

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