New York State Senate District 45

Current seat holder: Daniel G. Stec.

Melissa Seale

Melissa Seale earned a bachelor's degree from Quinnipiac University in 1999 and a graduate degree from Russell Sage College in 2017. Seale's career experience includes working as a nurse practitioner. Melissa Seale (Democratic Party, Working Families Party) is running for election to the New York State Senate to represent District 45.

“Better Healthcare, closer to home- Expand access to primary care, pediatric care and mental health services Invest in telehealth and rural healthcare infastructure so families don't have to travel hours for care.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“Expand access to primary care, pediatric care and mental health services” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“Lower Costs and Stronger Local Communities Support family farms, small businesses, and local employers Expand broadband access to help businesses grow, students learn, and residents access healthcare” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))

Dan Stec

Republican, Conservative, Independence Party Republican, Conservative, Independence Party Senator Dan Stec is a North Country native, Navy veteran and Adirondack 46er. After graduating from Clarkson University with a BS in Chemical Engineering, Dan served our nation for eight years in the U.S. Navy’s nuclear power program.

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Campaign site

“We may use an automatic telephone dialing system to send texts. Text HELP for assistance.” (Campaign website (stecforsenate.com))