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New York · New York Senate District 54 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Michael Mills

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Canandaigua, New York city councilman (2024–present)

2026 race · New York Senate District 54

22% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

22%78%

25% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

25%75%
● Michael Mills● Pam HelmingINC
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Background

Experience
Local office

Links: Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$71.2K
From individuals
$70.1K
Spent
$304.8K
Public matching funds
$272.4K
Small donors (≤$250)
48% of individual money
Contributions
697

Money: NYS Board of Elections, through Sep 28, 2026.

Top contributors
  1. Jim Roberson · $5K
  2. James Roberson · $5K
  3. Victoria Tucker · $2.5K
  4. Stephanie Townsend · $1.8K
  5. Donald Perry · $1.3K

Opponents in 2026