How would New York State Senator Patrick Gallivan (R-59) describe his district in three words? "Lots of land."

In his Know Your Electeds interview, Gallivan calls saving the Western New York Children's Psychiatric Center one of his "most rewarding" accomplishments. He also explains how his experiences as a state trooper, sheriff, and businessman inspired him to run for office.

Gallivan has represented the 59th Senate district since 2011. His first job was working as a paper boy for a local newspaper.