Paula Collins

Cannabis Tax Attorney in Canton, NY

Paula Collins is a candidate for Representative in Congress District 21 in Statewide, New York — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Michael Metzgier, Pamela Marshall, Richard Grayson, Dylan Hewitt, Andrew Henson, Anthony Constantino, Allen Caruso, Robert Smullen, Elise Stefanik, John Gunther, Christopher Schmidt, Stuart Amoriell, Otto Miller, Maylon Haller, Blake Gendebien.

Paula Collins is a cannabis tax attorney, former special education teacher, and classical pianist. She earned a bachelor's degree from Louisiana State University, a graduate degree from the University of Houston, and a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School. In 2024, Collins was the Democratic nominee for New York's 21st Congressional District, ultimately losing to incumbent Elise Stefanik. She is running again to represent the same district in the 2026 election.