State Senator Joseph A. Griffo (ny)
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Griffo announces success in Cell Phones For Soldiers collection drive
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo and the Central New York Veterans Outreach Center have announced the results of their recent collection drive for Cell Phones For Soldiers.
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Griffo supports Picente's call for federal response to drone sightings
The recent drone sightings in New York and New Jersey have raised concerns among local officials.
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Senator Griffo calls for permanent cost reductions over one-time payments in New York
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo has expressed concerns about the governor's proposal to issue "Inflation Refund" checks to New Yorkers next year.
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Griffo urges reconsideration of proposed sprinkler system mandate
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo has called on the state Department of State and the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council to reconsider a proposed rule change.
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Proposal for mandatory fire sprinklers raises housing cost concerns
New York is currently facing a housing affordability crisis, and there are concerns that a new proposal may exacerbate the situation.
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Annual cell phone collection drive aids soldiers' communication
State Senator Joseph Griffo has launched the annual Cell Phones For Soldiers collection drive in collaboration with the Central New York Veterans Outreach Center and Assemblyman Robert Smullen.
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Griffo calls for action on veteran tax relief bill
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo has called on the Legislature to pass a bill aimed at providing tax relief for certain veterans.
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Griffo awards commendations to 53rd District residents for community contributions
At a ceremony held at Munson in Utica, New York State Senator Joseph Griffo presented the New York State Senate Commendation Awards to several residents from the 53rd Senate District.
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Griffo hosts SLA chairwoman in Oneida County for stakeholder discussions
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo recently welcomed New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) Chairwoman Lily Fan to Oneida County. The visit also included SLA Executive Director Bill Crowley.
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Clinton WWII veteran Kenneth Thayer honored by NY officials
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo and Assemblyman Brian Miller recently recognized Kenneth Thayer, a 99-year-old World War II veteran from Clinton, for his outstanding military service. Thayer served as a combat infantryman in the U.S. Army's 30th Infantry Division during the war and was among the first Allied soldiers to cross into the Netherlands before Operation Market Garden.
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Lawmakers propose delay on Advanced Clean Truck rule implementation
New York State legislators have introduced a bill to delay the implementation of the Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) Rule. The legislation, presented by Sen. Joseph Griffo and Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, aims to provide more time to assess the rule's impact on industries and municipalities. Assemblyman Brian Miller supports and plans to cosponsor the bill.
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Griffo, Miller, Buttenschon host DOCCS commissioner on prison tours
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, Assemblyman Brian Miller, and Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon were joined by state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) Commissioner Daniel F. Martuscello, department staff, and NYSCOPBA members for a tour of Mohawk Correctional Facility in Rome and Mid-State Correctional Facility in Marcy.
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Public libraries in Sen. Griffo’s district receive state-funded construction grants
Several public libraries in New York State Senator Joseph Griffo's district will receive construction grant funds. The grants are part of $34 million allocated for public library construction and broadband infrastructure projects from the 2023-24 State Budget.
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Griffo-Hunter bill supporting regional public safety signed into law
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, announced today that legislation he introduced to support public safety in Central New York, the Mohawk Valley, and on Oneida Indian Nation lands has been signed into law.
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Griffo-Miller sponsored legislation aiding police recruitment becomes law
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, and Assemblyman Brian Miller, R-C-New Hartford, announced today that legislation they sponsored on behalf of the Village of Canastota has been signed into law.
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Senate Republicans unveil energy package aiming for affordable future
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, and members of the Senate Republican Conference today unveiled the “Creating Lasting Affordable Energy for New York” legislative package aimed at ensuring a clean, affordable energy future for all New Yorkers.
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Griffo presents awards recognizing achievements of Unadilla MX
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, today presented a New York State Senate Empire Award to Unadilla MX in New Berlin.
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Griffo urges more public hearings on New York's Foundation Aid revisions
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, is urging the Rockefeller Institute of Government to hold additional public hearings on updating the state’s Foundation Aid formula. The formula is the primary method New York uses to determine state aid for school districts.
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Sherburne and Columbus receive $6.9M for broadband expansion
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, announced today that the Town and Village of Sherburne and the Town of Columbus have received significant funding to bring high-speed broadband service to more homes and businesses in their communities.
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Griffo announces BRIDGE NY funding allocations in 53rd Senate District
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome and a member of the Senate’s Transportation Committee, announced today that several communities and counties in the 53rd Senate District will be receiving BRIDGE NY funding for the replacement of bridges or culverts.