State Senator Joseph A. Griffo (ny)
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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.
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Griffo announces applications open for 2024 Youth Agriculture Leadership Conference
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, announced today that applications are now open for the governor’s 2024 Youth Agriculture Leadership Conference, scheduled to take place this November.
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Griffo honors area students with Youth Leadership Awards
At a special ceremony today, several students from the 53rd Senate District were recognized with New York State Senate Youth Leadership Recognition Awards. The awards honor well-rounded candidates who excel academically and demonstrate leadership in extracurricular and volunteer activities. Students were nominated by their school districts for the award.
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Griffo honors Lt.Gen.Basla's military service with induction into NYS Senate Veterans' Hall
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, announced today that Lt. Gen. Michael J. Basla of Cazenovia has been inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame was created to honor and recognize outstanding veterans from New York State who have distinguished themselves both in military and civilian life.
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Senator Griffo presents commendation awards to distinguished residents
At a special ceremony today at Munson in Utica, New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, presented New York State Senate Commendation Awards to several residents of the 53rd Senate District.
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New York Senate passes 'Honor and Remember Flag' legislation
New York State Senators Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, and Peter Oberacker, R-C-Schenevus, announced today that legislation they have cosponsored to make the “Honor and Remember Flag” the official flag for recognizing and honoring armed service members in New York has been passed by the Senate.