Erik Bottcher
NY State Senate – District 47
About
Erik Bottcher won a February 2026 special election to represent State Senate District 47, covering the West Village, Chelsea, Hell's Kitchen, and parts of Greenwich Village in Manhattan. A former NYC Council member for the same neighborhood, he is known for his work on LGBTQ rights and community issues.
Policy Positions
Housing & Rent
Bottcher has been a strong advocate for tenant protections in his district, which faces significant gentrification pressure. He supports rent stabilization and affordable housing preservation.
Public Safety & Crime
Bottcher supports community-based approaches to public safety. He has focused on addressing root causes of crime including housing instability and mental health crises.
Climate & Energy
Bottcher supports the CLCPA and has focused on local climate resilience measures. He backs green infrastructure and building electrification requirements.
Campaign Funding
$580K
raised · 2025-2026
Detailed industry breakdown not yet available. View filings directly at https://www.elections.ny.gov/CampaignFinance.html.