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Michael holds a bachelor's degree in political science and government from the University at Albany and a law degree from the Albany Law School of Union University.

Michael previously hosted his own podcast and worked as a co-host of The Non-Profit Voice. He also worked as an assistant corporation counsel with the New York City Law Department, as a managing director at Park Strategies LLC, and as an associate attorney at Rivkin Radler LLP.

Michael J. LiPetri Jr previously served as a member of the New York State Assembly in District 9. He was elected in 2018 and served for 1 term. 


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Supports domestic semiconductor manufacturing to reduce dependence on China.

Plans to advocate for domestic semiconductor manufacturing so "China cannot continue to hold the threat of a Taiwan invasion over our heads."

- Plans to advocate for domestic semiconductor manufacturing so "China cannot continue to hold the threat of a Taiwan invasion over our heads."

Economy

Plans to dismantle the fentanyl distribution network, hold traffickers accountable, and expand legislation to prosecute those responsible for fatal overdoses.

Plans to address the fentanyl crisis by targeting the distribution network, holding traffickers accountable, and expanding legislation to prosecute those responsible for fatal overdoses.

Believes the U.S. is "rolling out the welcome mat and a care package to those who break our nation's laws" while neglecting "law-abiding Americans."

Said the U.S. is "rolling out the welcome mat and a care package to those who break our nation's laws" while neglecting "law-abiding Americans."

As a US Representative, LiPetri said he "was the only member on Long Island in the NYS Assembly to vote against ALL anti-police laws during the height of the ‘Defund the Police’ movement."

- Plans to address the fentanyl crisis by targeting the distribution network, holding traffickers accountable, and expanding legislation to prosecute those responsible for fatal overdoses.
- Opposes bail reform.
- Said the U.S. is "rolling out the welcome mat and a care package to those who break our nation's laws" while neglecting "law-abiding Americans."
- As a US Representative, LiPetri said he "was the only member on Long Island in the NYS Assembly to vote against ALL anti-police laws during the height of the ‘Defund the Police’ movement."

Public Safety

Opposed COVID-19 lockdowns and metrics, advocating for in-person schooling and services for children with developmental disabilities.

Opposed COVID-19 lockdowns and advocated for in-person schooling and services for children with developmental disabilities.

Said, "When they cut funding for Veterans’ mental health services, I got it back in the budget."

Advocated for funding for veterans' mental health services when such services were reduced. 

Believes in holding accountable those responsible for nursing home deaths during COVID-19, and called for a federal investigation.

Said, "When they sent thousands of our most vulnerable to die in nursing homes during COVID, I called for a federal investigation to hold those monsters accountable."

- Supports abortion access.
- Opposed COVID-19 lockdowns and advocated for in-person schooling and services for children with developmental disabilities.
- Advocated for funding for veterans' mental health services when such services were reduced. 
- Said, "When they sent thousands of our most vulnerable to die in nursing homes during COVID, I called for a federal investigation to hold those monsters accountable."

Healthcare

As a state representative, spearheaded and co-chaired the New York State Republican Water Quality Task Force to address aging infrastructure and contaminants, and secured additional funding for cleaning up a New York State Superfund Site.

As a state representative, launched and co-chaired the New York State Republican Water Quality Task Force to address old infrastructure and contaminants and advocated to secure additional funds to have a full cleanup of a NYS Superfund Site.

Opposes the Green New Deal and "out-of-touch climate policies," believing they are "designed to control your life and limit your freedoms."

Opposes the Green New Deal and "all these other out-of-touch climate policies," saying hey are "designed to control your life and limit your freedoms."

- As a state representative, launched and co-chaired the New York State Republican Water Quality Task Force to address old infrastructure and contaminants and advocated to secure additional funds to have a full cleanup of a NYS Superfund Site.
- Opposes the Green New Deal and "all these other out-of-touch climate policies," saying hey are "designed to control your life and limit your freedoms."

Energy & the Environment

Supports expanding and modernizing legal pathways for merit-based immigration.

Plans to make efforts to expand and streamline lawful pathways for merit-based immigration.

Opposes foreign land purchases near military bases, citing national security risks, and supports local and military efforts to prevent such sales.

Opposes foreign land purchases near military bases saying it poses national security risks. 

- Plans to make efforts to expand and streamline lawful pathways for merit-based immigration.
- Opposes foreign land purchases near military bases saying it poses national security risks. 

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Believes the current system of higher education is "outdated and out-of-touch" and plans to train students for future jobs.

Believes the current system of higher education is "outdated and out-of-touch" and plans to have students trained for "the jobs of tomorrow."

- Believes the current system of higher education is "outdated and out-of-touch" and plans to have students trained for "the jobs of tomorrow."

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Michael J. LiPetri Jr

Michael earned a bachelor's degree in political science and government from the University at Albany and a law degree from the Albany Law School of Union University.

Michael most recently worked as a co-host of The Non-Profit Voice, a radio show, and hosted his own podcast. He previously worked as an assistant corporation counsel with the New York City Law Department. He was also a managing director at Park Strategies LLC and an associate attorney at Rivkin Radler LLP.

Michael J. LiPetri Jr previously served as a New York State Assemblyman for District 9. He served 1 term from 2018 to 2020.


Supports policies that encourage entrepreneurship and business development in local communities.

Believes in balancing budgets and living within means, opposing Washington's practice of increasing national debt by trillions annually.

Believes young professionals are unable to "set roots" in their parents' and grandparents' hometowns due to financial constraints.

Promises not to discriminate against individuals exercising their California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) rights.

Believes state policies hinder business, home buying, and family starting, leading to population decline.

Believes the economy is struggling, particularly impacting young people.

- Supports domestic semiconductor manufacturing to reduce dependence on China.

Believes in addressing "rampant crime" to enhance public safety.

Believes most undocumented immigrants are "good people" wanting a better life, but warns that "monsters" like Diego Ibarra exploit the system, highlighting the need for stronger immigration controls to prevent violent criminals from slipping through.

Believes current leaders failed to address public safety issues, saying, "Instead of apologizing to her family for allowing this to happen, they went on an apology tour for calling him an illegal."

Plans to address the fentanyl crisis, hold traffickers accountable, and expand legislation to prosecute those responsible for fatal overdoses.

- Plans to address the fentanyl crisis, hold traffickers accountable, and expand legislation to prosecute those responsible for fatal overdoses.
- Opposes bail reform.
- Said the U.S. is "rolling out the welcome mat and a care package to those who break our nation's laws" while neglecting "law-abiding Americans."

Opposes "arbitrary lockdowns" during pandemics, believing they harm small businesses and children's development.

Said, "I do not support a national abortion ban - period. What I am against are abortions in the final three months of a pregnancy outside of specific circumstances. 80% of Americans agree with me on this position."

Opposed COVID-19 lockdowns, advocating for in-person schooling and services for children with developmental disabilities.

Advocates for funding for veterans' mental health services.

Believes in holding accountable those responsible for nursing home deaths during the pandemic.

- Supports abortion access.
- Opposed COVID-19 lockdowns, advocating for in-person schooling and services for children with developmental disabilities.
- Advocates for funding for veterans' mental health services.
- Believes in holding accountable those responsible for nursing home deaths during the pandemic.

Supports protecting the environment and ensuring water quality.

Plans to prioritize funding for water infrastructure and local health and safety initiatives.

Plans to prioritize funding for water infrastructure.

As an assemblyman, led a Water Quality Task Force and advocated for cleaning up a Superfund Site.

Opposes "arbitrary and unfounded 'green' initiatives and mandates" that hinder homeowners, builders, and investors.

Opposes "arbitrary and unfounded 'green' initiatives and mandates." 

Believes the cost of living is "out of control."

As a state representative, spearheaded and co-chaired the New York State Republican Water Quality Task Force to address aging infrastructure and contaminants.

- As a state representative, spearheaded and co-chaired the New York State Republican Water Quality Task Force to address aging infrastructure and contaminants.
- Opposes the Green New Deal and "out-of-touch climate policies," believing they are "designed to control your life and limit your freedoms."

Believes weak sanctions and oversight lead to terrorism, citing the October 7, 2023, attacks by Iran-backed Hamas as evidence.

Believes in self-funded travel for personal education on foreign policy, contrasting it with taxpayer-funded trips for "photo-ops."

Supports veterans' rights and services, and as a state assemblyman, fought to restore funding for the Joseph P. Dwyer Peer to Peer Support Project and ensure a permanent director for the NYS Division of Veterans’ Services.

Believes in strict financial and physical sanctions on Iran.

- Supports expanding and modernizing legal pathways for merit-based immigration.
- Opposes foreign land purchases near military bases, citing national security risks, and supports local and military efforts to prevent such sales.
- Supports strict sanctions on Iran.

Supports federal regulations on campaign contributions, including reporting donor information to the Federal Election Commission for contributions over $200 in a year.

Donations are considered final unless not in compliance with federal election law and Federal Election Commission regulations.

Supports affordable childcare options for working families.

Supports early intervention in education.

Believes it is easier to obtain a $200,000 student loan for a "useless degree" than $20,000 for startup equipment for a local business.

Believes members of Gold Star Families should receive free college tuition instead of undocumented immigrants.

- Believes the current system of higher education is "outdated and out-of-touch" and plans to train students for future jobs.

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Michael J. LiPetri Jr. is a former New York State Assemblyman and current Republican Nominee for Congress in New York’s 3rd Congressional District. He previously worked as an Assistant Corporation Counsel with the New York City Law Department.

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