Edward A. Rath

Candidate

Edward A. Rath

Running for County Legislator · District 6 in Erie County

Edward A. Rath III is a Republican politician from Erie County, New York, who has served as an Erie County Legislator and as a New York State Senator.

Where they stand

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  • Road Infrastructure

    Advocated for full expenditure of allocated funds for road repairs to address deteriorating infrastructure and public safety concerns.

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  • Election Law Reforms

    Introduced a resolution urging New York State to allow public input regarding proposed election law reforms, including early voting and pre-registration of 16 and 17-year-olds.

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  • Single-Payer Healthcare

    Introduced a resolution opposing the implementation of a single-payer healthcare system in New York State, citing concerns over financial implications and potential job losses.

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  • Veterans Affairs

    Sponsored legislation to enact a county law making it a crime to impersonate a veteran or military member for financial gain, with penalties including misdemeanor charges and fines.

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  • Public Safety

    Served as a member of the Public Safety Committee, advocating for first responders and leading efforts against cyberbullying.

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  • Property Taxes

    Authored legislation to create a Property Tax Stabilization Fund to protect homeowners and hold the line on property taxes.

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🗳️ When to vote

Also running for County Legislator

Sources

ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 02/20/2026). Verify details with your local election office.

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