ALBANY – Concerned for the economy of Western New York, Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio (R,C-Gowanda) criticized Gov. Kathy Hochul for ignoring the expired gaming compact between the Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State in her State of the State...

“New York State’s final budget bills, now more than a month late, have finally been delivered to the Legislature. Now, however, there is a big hurry to pass all of them, without enough time for legislators to fully read and consider the language contained...

This week, three of my bills were considered in committees – two in Codes and one in Correction. None of the three were advanced to the floor for a vote or for consideration by other committees. Instead, they were blocked by the Majority. “My bills...

“I am opposed to the parole board’s decision to release Edward Kindt, whose violent crimes rocked all of Western New York 24 years ago when he assaulted and murdered beloved registered nurse and midwife Penny Brown in Salamanca. Penny Brown’s loss...

Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio (R,C-Gowanda) is partnering with the American Red Cross and St. Bonaventure University to offer free Hands-Only CPR training to those interested in learning this lifesaving skill. This 30-minute course is designed to be quick...

“Gov. Hochul addressed some important priorities in her State of the State address but the invoice for her programs may be more than New Yorkers can afford. Federal relief programs that assisted us in the last budget cycle have expired and we should...

“The increased violence in Rochester this year, which has escalated over the past 24 hours, is a prime example of how drastically respect for life has continually eroded in New York State. “The ambush-style shooting of two police officers, along...

“In times of hardship, people look to their leaders to help them reduce their burdens, which is why I am so disappointed by how little was done during this legislative session to meaningfully address the increasing cost of living and rising crime that...

Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio (R,C,I – Gowanda) is urging the passage of a bill before the end of this year’s legislative session that he co-sponsored (A.1003) which would offer a 50% discount on admission into state parks, recreational facilities...

Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio (R,C,I-Gowanda) presented a Certificate of Designation as a Historic Business to Cutco Corporation President & CEO James Stitt today. Jay Bailey, Regional Director for the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation...

“The arrest of Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin today based on allegations of his involvement in a campaign finance fraud scheme is extremely disturbing. “Corruption at the highest level of government in New York state is a pattern that needs to stop. Instead...

“We entered the 2022-23 state budget negotiations with high hopes for a fair and transparent budget process with a real opportunity to restore law and order and the faith people have in our government. Unfortunately, that did not happen, and New Yorkers...

“My colleagues in the New York State Assembly have made it clear that the state budget should return to its function as a strictly fiscal document. Gov. Hochul’s budget proposal included a number of policy items, which were removed in the Assembly...

Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio (R,C,I-Gowanda) joined Assembly Minority colleges at a press conference today with farmers and agricultural advocates calling for Gov. Hochul and Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon to reject a reduction in the farm laborer...

“The announcement by President Matthew Pagels that the Seneca Nation of Indians has signed an agreement to discontinue litigation with New York state over the gaming compact is welcome news. I am glad that the issues have been resolved and work can...

“The actions and decisions detailed in this report are reprehensible and prove that our former governor prioritized his personal well-being over that of this state’s residents,” said Giglio. “The findings of this report should drive us all to...

Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio (R,C,I-Gowanda), Assembly Minority Ranking Member on the Corrections Committee, called the plans by Gov. Kathy Hochul to close six facilities in the New York state prison system in March 2022 “a disastrous leap forward down...

“This governor had no choice than to be held accountable for his actions and resignation was his only real way out, barring impeachment. Andrew Cuomo is a disgrace to the office of governor of the state of New York. “While Mr. Cuomo has resigned...

“The results of Attorney General Letitia James’ investigation confirm that Governor Cuomo is guilty of sexual harassment, and what occurred in his office is worse than we initially thought. The environment has been extremely toxic. I called for the...

Elmira, N.Y. —State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats), Assemblywoman Marjorie Byrnes (R,C-Caledonia), Assemblyman Chris Friend (R,C,I-Big Flats), Assemblyman Joe Giglio (R,C-Olean), and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today sent a letter...