New York State Senate District 1

Current seat holder: Anthony H. Palumbo.

Chris Murray

Chris Murray earned a bachelor's degree from the University at Albany in 1984 and a law degree from Georgetown Law in 1987. Murray's career experience includes working as a lawyer. Chris Murray (Democratic Party, Working Families Party) is running for election to the New York State Senate to represent District 1.

· Ballotpedia

Campaign site

“The district includes the north shore, from Stony Brook to the north fork. The south shore is included from Westhampton Beach to the south fork.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“He released an 'Affordability Agenda' with 5 primary goals: 1) Reduce the NY State Sales Tax, 2) Get Healthcare for New Yorkers, 3) Support First-Time Home Buyers, 4) Increase Access to Public Education, and 5) Offer a Statewide Gas Tax Holiday.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“He opposes data centers, especially on Long Island due to the risk to the aquifer and threat to clean water.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))

Anthony Palumbo

Anthony H. Palumbo represents the 1st Senate District, which includes the northern portion of the Town of Brookhaven, and the Towns of Riverhead, Southold, East Hampton, Southampton and Shelter Island. Previously, Senator Palumbo served in the New York State Assembly for several years, first being elected to the 2nd Assembly District in 2013. Prior to serving in the State Legislature, Senator Palumbo worked as a Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney, where he prosecuted major crimes and drug traffickers.

· Official legislative page · NY State Senate Official Biography

Campaign site

“If elected, I’ll use my position to be a voice for what’s important to us:” (Campaign theme excerpt (via Ballotpedia))
“Reduced regulations on starting a new business;” (Campaign theme excerpt (via Ballotpedia))
“Empowering district attorneys to ferret out corruption;” (Campaign theme excerpt (via Ballotpedia))