Fred Akshar
Fred Akshar (Republican Party) was a member of the New York State Senate, representing District 52. He assumed office on November 4, 2015. He left office on January 1, 2023.
Akshar (Republican Party, Conservative Party, Independence Party) ran for re-election to the New York State Senate to represent District 52. He won in the general election on November 3, 2020.
Committee assignments
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2021-2022
Akshar was assigned to the following committees:
- Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Committee
- Civil Service and Pensions Committee, Ranking member
- Senate Codes Committee
- Crime Victims, Crime and Correction Committee, Ranking member
- Disabilities Committee, Ranking member
- Senate Labor Committee
2019-2020
Akshar was assigned to the following committees:
- Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business Committee
- Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Committee, Vice chair
- Senate Codes Committee
- Crime Victims, Crime and Correction Committee, Vice chair
- Senate Labor Committee
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
| New York committee assignments, 2017 |
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| • Banks |
| • Cities |
| • Codes |
| • Crime Victims, Crime and Correction |
| • Elections, Chair |
| • Insurance |
| • Labor |
| • Racing, Gaming and Wagering |
Campaign themes
2016
Akshar's campaign website highlighted the following issues:
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Staying Open and Accessible I've traveled thousands of miles over the last few months and visited every corner of the 52nd Senate District. I believe the only way we're going to be successful as a community is by working together and listening to stakeholders to come up with common sense approaches that produce real tangible results. Fighting the Scourge of Heroin Addiction We broke down barriers for those seeking help by ensuring easier access to treatment. We made considerable investments in prevention and recovery efforts. Rebuilding Our Economy I've met with business owners across the Southern Tier and I've heard over and over again that we New York's taxes are too high and there are too many regulations. Supporting Our Schools Since being elected, I've made it a priority to tour local schools and meet with teachers, faculty and students and listen to what's important to them. Committed to Integrity When I was in the Broome County Sheriff’s Office, I was held to the highest ethical standard. I've worked to bring that attitude and integrity to Albany. This year I supported and the legislature passed a joint resolution to strip pensions from corrupt government officials.[1] |
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| —Fred Akshar[2] | ||
Sponsored legislation
Elections
2022
- See also: New York State Senate elections, 2022
On June 3, 2021, Fred Akshar announced that he would not run for re-election and would instead run for Broome County Sheriff in 2022.
2020
See also: New York State Senate elections, 2020
General election
General election for New York State Senate District 52
Incumbent Fred Akshar defeated Thomas Quiter in the general election for New York State Senate District 52 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Fred Akshar (R / Conservative Party / Independence Party) | 86.6 | 96,052 |
 | Thomas Quiter (L)  | 12.4 | 13,803 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.9 | 1,013 | ||
| Total votes: 110,868 | |||
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Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Fred Akshar advanced from the Republican primary for New York State Senate District 52.
Conservative Party primary election
The Conservative Party primary election was canceled. Incumbent Fred Akshar advanced from the Conservative Party primary for New York State Senate District 52.
Independence Party primary election
The Independence Party primary election was canceled. Incumbent Fred Akshar advanced from the Independence Party primary for New York State Senate District 52.
Libertarian primary election
The Libertarian primary election was canceled. Thomas Quiter advanced from the Libertarian primary for New York State Senate District 52.
2018
- See also: New York State Senate elections, 2018
Akshar also ran in the 2018 election as a Conservative Party, Independence Party, and Reform Party candidate.
General election
General election for New York State Senate District 52
Incumbent Fred Akshar won election in the general election for New York State Senate District 52 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Fred Akshar (R) | 98.7 | 81,094 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.3 | 1,085 | ||
| Total votes: 82,179 (100.00% precincts reporting) | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for New York State Senate District 52
Incumbent Fred Akshar advanced from the Republican primary for New York State Senate District 52 on September 13, 2018.
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2016
- See also: New York State Senate elections, 2016
Elections for the New York State Senate took place in 2016. The primary election took place on September 13, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The filing deadline for major party candidates was July 14, 2016. The filing deadline for independent candidates was August 23, 2016.
Incumbent Fred Akshar defeated Sharon Y. Ball in the New York State Senate District 52 general election.[3][4]
| New York State Senate, District 52 General Election, 2016 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Fred Akshar Incumbent |
74.47% | 89,180 | |
| Democratic | Sharon Y. Ball | 25.53% | 30,571 | |
| Total Votes | 119,751 | |||
| Source: New York Board of Elections | ||||
Sharon Y. Ball ran unopposed in the New York State Senate District 52 Democratic primary.[5][6]
| New York State Senate, District 52 Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Sharon Y. Ball (unopposed) | |
Ball also ran on the Working Families Party ticket.
Incumbent Fred Akshar ran unopposed in the New York State Senate District 52 Republican primary.[5][6]
| New York State Senate, District 52 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | Fred Akshar Incumbent (unopposed) | |
Akshar also ran on the Conservative, Independence, and Reform Party tickets.
2015
A special election for the position of New York State Senate District 52 was called for November 3.[7]
The seat was vacant following Thomas Libous' (R) removal from office on July 22, 2015.[8]
Barbara Fiala (D, WE, WF) was defeated by Fred Akshar (R, C, I) in the special election.[9][10]
| New York State Senate, District 52, Special Election, 2015 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Fred Akshar |
78.5% | 45,157 | |
| Democratic | Barbara Fiala | 21.5% | 12,343 | |
| Total Votes | 57,500 | |||
Campaign themes
2020
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2022
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2021
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In 2021, the New York State Legislature was in session from January 6 to June 10.
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2020
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In 2020, the New York State Legislature was in session from January 8 to December 31.
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2019
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In 2019, the New York State Legislature was in session from January 9 through January 8, 2020.
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2018
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In 2018, the 202nd New York State Legislature, second annual session, was in session from January 3 through June 20.
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2017
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In 2017, the 202nd New York State Legislature, first annual session, was in session from January 4 through December 31. A recess began June 21, and there was a special session June 28-29.
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2016
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In 2016, the 201st New York State Legislature, second annual session, was in session from January 6 through June 18.
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See also
2020 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Fred Akshar, "Hitting the Ground Running," accessed October 13, 2016
- ↑ New York State Board of Elections, "2016 General Election Candidate List," accessed October 11, 2016
- ↑ New York State Board of Elections, "Election results, 2016," accessed December 23, 2016
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 New York State Board of Elections, "Filings received for the 2016 State/Local Primary," accessed August 29, 2016
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 New York State Board of Elections, "Election returns September 13, 2016," accessed November 6, 2016
- ↑ Times Union, "It’s official: GOP nominates Fred Akshar in 52nd Senate District race," accessed September 14, 2015
- ↑ NY Times, "Thomas Libous, New York State Senator, Is Convicted of Lying to F.B.I.," July 22, 2015
- ↑ NY Board of Elections, "Candidate Petition List," accessed September 14, 2015
- ↑ New York Board of Elections, "NYS Board of Elections State Senator Election Returns Nov. 3, 2015," accessed November 3, 2015
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| Preceded by - |
New York State Senate District 52 2015-2023 |
Succeeded by Lea Webb (D) |
