Press Releases

Giglio: $6.7 Million in COVID-19 Funding for Marine Fishing Industries

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) announced $6.7 million in COVID-19 relief aid is being paid to seafood, marine, commercial, and for-hire fishermen who were impacted by the COVID-19 lockdown. An additional $5.7 million is being distributed...

Giglio: Important Wedding Mandate Announcement

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead), after two press conferences, first with caterers and ancillary businesses, and the second with Brides of Long Island, is pleased to announce a loosening of restrictions on wedding mandates. Recently, Giglio,...

Giglio Votes to Repeal ‘Cuomo Chips’ Order

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) recently voted yes on a resolution repealing Gov. Cuomo’s executive order requiring food to be sold at bars for a customer to have service. Giglio is thrilled that restaurants and bars can finally start to...

After Approving $2.1 Billion Dollars of Stimulus Checks for Non-US Citizens, Assembly Majority Block Tax Cut for Senior Veterans

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) is voicing her frustration and anger after a landmark vote by the Assembly Ways and Means Committee to block a proposal providing income tax exemptions to New York state veterans. These are the same legislators...

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio and The Brides of Long Island Host Lessen the Overly Restrictive Covid-19 Regulations: Press Conference

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead), alongside the Brides of Long Island, will be hosting a press conference on Friday, April 16 at 10 a.m. calling for the state to lessen COVID-19 restrictions on weddings and large gatherings of the like. WHO: Assemblywoman...

Giglio Concerned at Lack of Climate Action

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) has signed a letter to express concern about the effects pursuant to the permitting, siting and construction of major renewable energy projects in the state as part of its efforts to comply with Climate Leadership...

Giglio Concerned at Lack of Climate Action - Letter

Assembly Judiciary Moves on Gov. Cuomo

“Finally, the Impeachment process begins. I am thrilled to see the Assembly Judiciary Committee pursue an investigation into Governor Cuomo’s various scandals. The investigation will cover not only the allegations of sexual harassment and assault...

Giglio Speaks Out at Joint Albany Press Conference to Fully Open Hospitality Industry

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) spoke out at a joint press conference alongside members of the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences on Monday, March 22 to introduce legislation allowing New York’s hospitality businesses to fully reopen....

Assemblywoman Giglio: Bill to Lift Restaurant and Bar Restrictions a Big Step Toward Economic Recovery for the East End

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) announced she is supporting a bill to allow East End restaurants, bars and catering halls to fully open to help local businesses recover in the wake of the COVID shutdown. According to the New York State Restaurant...

Giglio Says No to Secret Bill Hikes

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) is supporting a piece of legislation which would ensure that all utility companies must include notice of all public hearings that relate to rate hikes. Giglio is particularly supportive in the transparency...

Fiscal Betrayal: Feds Support NY, Yet Taxes Still Skyrocket

“Taxes on the middle class are on the rise with this one-house bill proposed by the governor and negotiated by the Majority. We are going to receive more than $15 billion from the federal government to help offset the financial shortfalls caused by...

Deceit and Lies: Giglio Condemns Fake Emergency Powers Bill

“The deceitful games our state leaders are playing with the public and the press are disgusting. This bill does not do what they’re reporting it does, it is rewarding the governor’s bad behavior. This is the exact reason why people are losing faith...

Giglio Outraged After Assembly Majority Cancel Session, Remain Behind Closed Doors

“State legislators are here to do a job, not shirk responsibility. I am deeply disappointed in the decision to cancel yesterday’s session based on political concerns. We need to look into the allegations that are being leveled against Governor Cuomo...

Giglio Demands Relief for Nursing Homes Residents and Families

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) is calling on Assembly Majority to bring a bill (A.1052B) to vote on the Assembly Floor to allow designated caregivers visiting access to nursing home patients. Compassionate caregivers are currently restricted...

Gov. Cuomo Abused Emergency Power for Too Long

A statement by Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) on Gov. Cuomo’s aide revealing they stonewalled on nursing home “This revelation by one of the governor’s aides is both troubling and deeply distressing. We need to be able to trust our...

Giglio Urges Colleagues To ‘Sign & Subpoena’ Health Commissioner - Letter

Giglio Urges Colleagues To ‘Sign & Subpoena’ Health Commissioner

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) has joined her colleagues calling fora subpoena to compel Dr. Howard Zucker to testify following the state attorney general's nursing home report. Dr. Zucker oversaw many of the decisions relating to the state’s...

Nursing Homes and Legislative Power

“This report by Attorney General Letitia James speaks volumes. We can no longer allow the governor to have total control of our COVID response, we need to work collaboratively to find solutions to the many problems COVID has caused.  I am proud to...

Hope for The Future: Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio’s Plans For 2021

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C,I-Riverhead) is thrilled to get down to working for her constituents in the 2nd Assembly District. A dedicated and experienced public servant, Giglio is excited to hit the ground running in the 2021 Legislative Session....