Conley, Kaul Win Democratic Primaries State Senate Putnam County State comptroller U.S. House 17 (Philipstown voters) State Senate 39 (Philipstown/Beacon voters) State Comptroller

Highlands Current Audio Stories · Jun 24, 2026 · 5m

Will face Lawler, Rolison in November election After a months-long race that initially had eight contenders, Cait Conley won the Democratic nomination for House District 17, which includes Philipstown, with 49 percent of the unofficial vote. The turnout was 22 percent. Conley, who received 53 percent of the vote in Dutchess County and 57 percent in Putnam, now turns to face Mike Lawler, the Republican incumbent seeking his third term. District 17 is considered a toss-up, with either party able to claim the seat. During the campaign, Conley received the most high-profile endorsements…