In the 54th legislative district, Terry Van Horne was succeeded by fellow Democrat John Pallone.

In the 180th legislative district, Democratic incumbent Benjamin Ramos was defeated by Angel Cruz, who went on to easily win the general election.

In the 197th legislative district, Democratic incumbent Andrew J. Carn was defeated by Jewell Williams, who also went on to easily win the general election.

[7][5] In the 189th legislative district, Democratic incumbent Joseph W. Battisto was defeated by Republican Kelly Lewis.

Battisto attempted a comeback in a 2002 special election for the 176th legislative district, but lost to Mario Scavello.