Finger Lakes Today

In a recent statement, Gallahan expressed his concerns about the handling of the COVID-19 crisis in New York State. He emphasized the importance of conducting an independent review to understand the shortcomings and improve future responses.

Gallahan stated, "An independent review of our state’s response to the COVID-19 crisis is long overdue. Many families who lost loved ones to COVID-19 are still grieving and deserve answers." He extended his sympathies to all those who lost family members or friends during the pandemic, highlighting the need for better preparation and strategic measures in addressing such crises.

The assembly member also voiced his full support for his colleagues from the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences in their call for a comprehensive evaluation of New York State's pandemic response. Gallahan expressed eagerness to identify areas where improvements could be made to enhance the state's ability to handle similar situations in the future.

As discussions continue on how to learn from past experiences and strengthen future responses, Gallahan's call for a thorough review underscores the ongoing efforts to ensure better preparedness and effectiveness in managing public health crises.