State Senator Joseph A. Griffo (ny)
Recent News About State Senator Joseph A. Griffo (ny)
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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.
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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.