The Assembly Floor Session in California on May 8, 2025, featured a heartfelt adjournment in memory of Giovanni "Johnny" and Julie, a beloved member of the community and the original owner of the East Side Italian Deli. Assemblymember Kolozah led the tribute, highlighting Johnny's significant contributions to the local Italian community and his dedication to the deli, which has been a staple in Los Angeles.

Johnny, who passed away on February 9, 2025, at the age of 81, immigrated to the United States from Bari, Italy, at the age of 13. He began his career at the historic East Side Market, founded in 1929, where he worked his way up from a cleanup and delivery worker to a skilled butcher. Over the years, Johnny and his brother Frank took ownership of the deli, preserving its legacy and reputation for exceptional customer service and quality food.

The deli, located in Victor Heights near Chinatown and Echo Park, is known for its amazing sandwiches, with the Italian cold cut being a personal favorite of Assemblymember Kolozah. The tribute emphasized Johnny's warm personality and the lasting impact he had on his family and the community.

Following the adjournment, the session moved on to announcements, noting that there would be no floor session or check-in session on Friday, May 9, and outlining the schedule for the upcoming week.