State Senator Joseph A. Griffo (ny)
Recent News About State Senator Joseph A. Griffo (ny)
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Senate Republicans urge Governor Hochul to withdraw Executive Order No. 47.3
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo, representing the Republican Conference, has urged Governor Kathy Hochul to withdraw Executive Order No. 47.3.
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Griffo proposes ending tax on overtime pay and tips in New York
State Senator Joseph Griffo has proposed eliminating state income taxes on overtime pay and cash tips in New York.
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Griffo criticizes executive order restricting jobs for terminated corrections officers
Mar 12, 2025 An executive order from the governor has sparked criticism due to its impact on terminated corrections officers.
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Senate Republicans seek federal activation for New York prison guard troops
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo and his fellow Senate Republicans have formally requested federal activation of the National Guard troops deployed in New York's correctional facilities.
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Griffo urges students to apply for Italian American Legislators' scholarships
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo announced that the New York Conference of Italian American State Legislators is now accepting applications for four scholarships, each valued at $3,000.
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Lawmakers request state aid for communities hit by severe winter storm
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo and Assembly members Brian Miller, Ken Blankenbush, Robert Smullen, and Marianne Buttenschon have called on Governor Kathy Hochul to provide additional support to communities affected by a recent severe winter...
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Senator Griffo calls for reform in New York's correctional facilities
State Senator Joseph Griffo has expressed concern over the conditions in New York's correctional facilities, calling for immediate reforms.
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Senator Griffo urges rejection of National Grid and NYPA rate hikes
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo has called on the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) to reject proposed rate increases by National Grid for electric and gas services.
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New York legislators oppose special election bill citing disenfranchisement concerns
On February 12, 2025, several New York state legislators and officials expressed their opposition to a proposed bill concerning special election legislation.
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Lawmakers seek changes in New York's climate protection act amid growing concerns
New York State legislators and local business leaders have voiced concerns over the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), a policy enacted in 2019 aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing renewable energy usage.
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Griffo unveils 'Liberate New York' agenda addressing one-party control concerns
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo, along with the New York State Senate Republican Conference, has introduced a new legislative agenda titled "Liberate New York."
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Griffo critiques state address; calls for permanent solutions
The recent State of the State Address by the governor has prompted a response from Griffo, who expressed both willingness to consider new proposals and concerns over certain approaches.
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Griffo, Buttenschon, Miller sworn in at Whitesboro High School
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, and Assemblyman Brian Miller were sworn into office at a ceremony held at Whitesboro High School in Marcy.
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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.