Joseph A. Griffo's posts related to Rules

Reforming the Legislative Process

Senator Griffo advocates for more open and transparent processes in the Senate rather than the current system.

Griffo: Late State Budget Shows Need for Reform Convention

Posted by Joseph A. Griffo on Thursday, April 1st, 2010

Utica - Senator Joseph A. Griffo (R-IP-C, Rome) today voiced outrage that New York State is starting its 2010-2011 fiscal year without a budget in place.

Griffo Condemns Senate Holiday Break as a "Charade"

Posted by Joseph A. Griffo on Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Senator Griffo voted against emergency spending that would allow the Senate to take a weeklong recess despite the looming budget deadline. On the floor of the Senate, Griffo explained his 'no' vote: "I just think it’s unacceptable. We should continue to work and strive for this community objective and the responsibility that has been entrusted to us. For that reason, I vote no."

Listen to the news report at the link below.

http://www.northcountrypublicradio.org/news/story/15441/state-senate-approves-emergency-spending-vows-to-keep-working-toward-final-budget