Griffo named Walter Mahoney State Senator of the Year

ALBANY- Joe Griffo has been named Walter Mahoney State Senator of the Year.

Griffo (R, C – ROME), who represents the 53rd Senate District, received this honor on behalf of the New York State Young Republicans.

A Senator is chosen for the award based on someone who demonstrates exceptional leadership, ability and commitment to supporting the principles of the Republican Party and improving the lives of New Yorkers and their families.

“Sen. Joe Griffo began his political career as a Young Republican in Oneida County and has since led a remarkable career in public service,” said Peter Giunta, chairman of the New York State Young Republicans.

“Like the namesake of our award, Sen. Walter J. Mahoney, Sen. Griffo has been a strong representative for his constituents and an inspiration to young leaders across the state aspiring to enter public service. This award honors the legacy of Sen. Mahoney, a founding member and president of the New York State Young Republicans, the oldest and largest Young Republican state federation in the country. On behalf of all our members across the state, I’d like to thank Sen. Griffo for his support and service. Congratulations!”

“I am honored and humbled to be this year’s recipient of the Walter Mahoney State Senator of the Year Award and to be recognized by the New York State Young Republicans,” Griffo said.

“I appreciate the organization’s commitment to public service and the willingness of its members to get involved and take an active role in their government and communities. The future of the Republican party is in good hands here in New York.”

According to the Campaign to Re-elect Senator Griffo, Sen. Griffo has worked tirelessly on behalf of his constituents, including veterans, seniors, small business owners, farmers, first responders and hardworking taxpayers and families in the 53rd Senate District and across the state.

Throughout his time in public service, Sen. Griffo has introduced, supported and advocated for initiatives, legislation and policies that will make the state more affordable, enhance public safety and education, grow and strengthen communities and the economy, institute needed government reforms and ensure transportation and infrastructure investment and parity, , the Campaign to Re-elect Joe Griffo added.

Image via Joe Griffo for Senate.