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New York · New York Assembly District 99 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Rich Vargus

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2026 race · New York Assembly District 99

52% chance of winning · race rated Toss-up

48%52%

89% chance of winning · race rated Likely R

11%89%
● Chris EachusINC● Rich Vargus
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$8.3K
From individuals
$6.8K
Spent
$4.7K
Small donors (≤$250)
100% of individual money
Contributions
109

Money: NYS Board of Elections, through Sep 24, 2026.

Top contributors
  1. Lapolla For Assembly · $916
  2. Richard Vargus · $600
  3. Citizens for Bedetti · $300
  4. Citizens for David Blythe · $300
  5. John McDonnell · $250

Opponents in 2026