Candidate
Mary Pat Donnelly
Running for District Attorney in Rensselaer County
Mary Pat Donnelly has served as Rensselaer County District Attorney since January 2019.
Where they stand
ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled July 3, 2026Child Advocacy
Every child should be protected from harm, and it is our duty to ensure they are supported when victimized.
source ↗Community Engagement
She is dedicated to justice and fairness in law enforcement, reflecting her commitment to the community.
source ↗Public Safety
Rensselaer County is committed to working with federal law enforcement to enhance public safety.
source ↗Victim Assistance
Her office collaborates with organizations to assist domestic violence victims who may lack resources.
source ↗Community Service
She co-founded a scholarship fund that has provided over $200,000 to families of first responders since 2006.
source ↗Leadership in Legal Community
In 2025, her peers elected her as the statewide president of district attorneys in New York.
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🗳️ When to vote
General Election
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
59 days awayEarly voting
Oct 24–Nov 1
in 49 days
Election day
Nov 3
in 59 days
Sources
- Staff Directory • Mary Pat Donnelly
- DA DONNELLY JOINS STATEWIDE CHILD ADVOCACY DAY OF ACTION • Rensselaer County, NY
- DISTRICT ATTORNEY RECEIVES INDEPENDENT MEDIA AWARD • Rensselaer County, NY
- Northern District of New York | U.S. Attorney and Federal Law Enforcement Partners Meet with Rensselaer County and Troy Police Department Officials | United States Department of Justice
- Endorsements | City of Troy Democratic Committee | Troy, NY
ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 05/19/2021). Verify details with your local election office.
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