ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State will present former Governor George Pataki with its 2026 Corning Award for Excellence at the organization’s annual meeting next month.

The Garrison resident served as New York’s 53rd governor from 1995 to 2006,

The business council said during his tenure, Pataki served as a champion for the business community, delivering more than $147 billion in tax cuts, advancing regulatory reform, and helping create more than 700,000 private-sector jobs. He also led the state’s response to the September 11 attacks, protected over one million acres of open space, and promoted renewable energy. 

Pataki said he was “deeply honored” to receive the Corning Award.

“New York’s strength has always come from its people and its businesses. Throughout my career, I worked to create opportunities, cut taxes, and build an economy where businesses and families could thrive. To be recognized for a lifelong commitment to the people of this state is truly an honor,” he said.



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