John Mannion Educational Background • Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology from Binghamton University • Master of Science in Secondary Science Education from SUNY Oswego Career • Elected member of the New York State Senate from the 50th District (2020-2023); was the chairperson of the Committee on Disabilities and member of several committees, such as Children and Families and Education • Was an AP Biology and Chemistry teacher at a high school for almost 30 years • Supports transitioning to a greener economy, promoting clean energy, greater funding and employment for the disabled, and gun-control legislation; does not support the overturning of Roe v. Wade Personal Information • Has been married to Jennifer Brady since 1997; they have three children • His wife has been an Elementary Reading teacher for almost 30 years • Grandparents moved to New York from Ireland 100 years ago