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| https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-unveils-2025-annual-report-highlight-results-ny-24 | Congresswoman Tenney Unveils 2025 Annual Report to Highlight Results for NY-24 Families, Farmers, and Small Businesses | 2025-12-30 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Claudia Tenney | T000478 | tenney.house.gov | tenney | https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Oswego, New York — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today released her 2025 Annual Report, showcasing how her office delivered for working families, farmers, small businesses, veterans, and seniors across the district. The report highlights expanded constituent services, strong legislative action, and a continued commitment to transparency and accountability. “Serving NY-24 in 2025 has been a privilege, and this year delivered meaningful progress for families and small businesses. My office returned $27.5 million to constituents who were owed benefits, resolved 2,600 constituent cases, and responded to tens of thousands of calls and messages from those seeking help," said Congresswoman Tenney. On the legislative front, I supported the Trump Tax Cuts to deliver permanent relief for working families, seniors, farmers, and small businesses, and backed dozens of bills that advanced through the House. This annual report outlines how these efforts delivered real results for Upstate New York and where the focus remains as we head into the new year.” View the full report here and view highlights from each section below: Constituent Services Returned over $27.5 million in benefits or back pay to residents of NY-24. Completed 2,600 constituent cases, helping people cut through federal red tape. Answered more than 16,000 constituent calls and messages. Provided over 850 commendations and proclamations to veterans, first responders, students, and community leaders. Wrote 110 grant letters to support local community projects and economic growth. Attended over 130 community events across the district. Accessibility and Transparency Explained every vote cast in Congress, surpassing 1,000 detailed vote explanations on the website. Responded to more than 78,000 constituent messages seeking answers and accountability. Continued to provide clear breakdowns of Washington actions that affect costs, security, and local priorities. Delivering Results for NY-24 Introduced 67 bills and cosponsored 472 bills on critical… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/29/dear-colleague-on-january-6th-five-year-anniversary/ | Dear Colleague on January 6th Five-year Anniversary | 2025-12-29 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Dear Colleague: I write with respect to the upcoming solemn anniversary of the January 6th brutal attack on the Capitol. Nearly five years ago, a violent mob incited by Donald Trump attempted to halt the peaceful transfer of power. As a result of the extraordinary bravery of the men and women of the U.S. Capitol Police and other law enforcement professionals, the treacherous effort to prevent certification of the results of the 2020 presidential election failed. However, the cost was profound. More than 140 heroic police officers were seriously injured and many suffered lasting physical and psychological trauma. Several tragically lost their lives. In the years since that disgraceful day, far-right Republicans in Congress have repeatedly attempted to rewrite history and whitewash the events of January 6th. Our country has been indelibly scarred. Donald Trump promised to lower the high cost of living on day one of his presidency. One year later, costs are out of control, America is too expensive and Republicans believe that the affordability crisis is a hoax. They have done nothing to lower costs for everyday Americans, but are gutting healthcare and enacted massive tax breaks for their billionaire donors. The toxic priorities of the Republican Party are clear. On day one of his second term, President Trump issued blanket pardons and commutations to the nearly 1,600 individuals charged in connection with the January 6th attack, including hundreds of violent felons who brutally assaulted law enforcement officers. Several of those individuals have been charged with new crimes throughout the country, putting the safety of the American people in jeopardy. A troubling number of the criminals pardoned by Donald Trump have been arrested for child molestation, sexual assault and kidnapping. Republicans own the failed economy, their broken promise to lower costs and the crime spree the dangerous criminals pardoned by the President have visited on our country. We must never forget the horrors of January 6th and will co… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-announces-cms-funds-support-rural-hospitals-across-western-new-york | Langworthy Announces CMS funds to Support Rural Hospitals Across Western New York and the Southern Tier | 2025-12-29 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Nicholas A. Langworthy | L000600 | langworthy.house.gov | langworthy | https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced that New York State has been awarded $212 million in federal funding for Fiscal Year 2026 through the Rural Health Transformation Program, a historic investment authorized under H.R. 1 and the Working Families Tax Plan, and announced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). “I’m extremely proud to share that New York will receive $212 million in funding to strengthen our rural hospitals and healthcare systems that serve so many hardworking families in Western New York and the Southern Tier,” said Congressman Nick Langworthy. “This funding is historic — and it will make a real difference for patients and providers across our communities.” The Rural Health Transformation Program represents the largest federal investment in rural healthcare in American history. Established under H.R. 1 and the Working Families Tax Plan, the initiative invests $50 billion over five years to expand access to care, improve outcomes, modernize healthcare delivery, and support rural providers nationwide. “Rural hospitals are the backbone of healthcare in our communities. For too long, many rural systems have faced mounting financial pressure, workforce shortages, and access challenges — forcing patients to travel farther for care,” Langworthy continued. “This investment helps change that.” CMS confirmed that funding will support initiatives such as workforce development, expanded access to primary and specialty care, improved care coordination, and modern health technology investments designed to improve outcomes in rural communities. “As a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I was proud to help advance the policies that made this investment possible,” Langworthy added. “This is critical funding to strengthen the rural hospitals and healthcare systems that serve so many residents of New York’s 23rd Congressional District.” The funding will be distributed beginning in Fiscal Year 2026, with oversight to ensure resources are used effi… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://clarke.house.gov/clarke-tours-delaney-hall-ice-facility-calls-for-accountability-and-immediate-closure-after-detainee-death/ | CLARKE TOURS DELANEY HALL ICE FACILITY, CALLS FOR ACCOUNTABILITY AND IMMEDIATE CLOSURE AFTER DETAINEE DEATH | 2025-12-23 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Yvette D. Clarke | C001067 | clarke.house.gov | clarke | https://clarke.house.gov/category/press-release/ | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 23, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 BROOKLYN, N.Y. – Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) toured the Delaney Hall detention facility in Newark following the death of Haitian migrant Jean Wilson Brutus under ICE’s custody and mounting reports of inhumane conditions and systemic abuse within detention facilities. “Congressional oversight is essential to preventing and ending the abuses at Delaney Hall and within other detention facilities nationwide. No human being deserves to suffer the conditions we witnessed behind the veil of Donald Trump’s deportation machine, today. But while the state of this facility was shocking, it was not at all unexpected. This administration and its ICE enforcers have demonstrated nothing but cruelty through their xenophobic and inhumane immigration policies that disproportionately target blue states and have swept up immigrants and U.S. citizens alike, often without due process, before they are funneled into detention facilities designed to strip them of their dignity and expose them to serious harm. “Mr. Jean Wilson Brutus should still be alive today. This administration’s despicable response to this tragedy and their total lack of transparency speak volumes and tell us everything we need to know about how ICE views the human beings in its care. Let me be clear: any death in the custody of the United States federal government is the responsibility of our government and the administration that leads it. With four reported deaths in ICE custody in recent weeks and a record number since this administration took power, it is an insult to call this incident isolated. Being undocumented should not be a death sentence. I will continue to demand accountability and closely monitor the situation as we learn more. “To see so many faces that look just like my own and those of my constituents’ be filled with fear for their lives and grief for a … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-goldman-demands-classified-briefing-trump-administration-following-pause | Rep. Goldman Demands Classified Briefing with Trump Administration Following Pause of Offshore Wind Projects | 2025-12-23 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | New York, NY - Today, U.S. Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10) sent a letter to Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth criticizing the recent decision to pause all offshore wind leases and demanding a classified briefing with the appropriate officials on the national security concerns cited as the rationale for the pause. One of the affected offshore wind projects, Empire Wind 1, is located partially in New York’s 10th Congressional District and will be adversely impacted by the decision. In the letter, Goldman lays out the urgent need for offshore wind projects like Empire Wind 1 and calls out President Trump’s hypocritical crusade against renewable energy, which has only served to raise costs for families across the country and further drive the affordability crisis. Rep. Goldman writes, “[Empire Wind 1] is an economic driver for the state of New York, helping to create over 4,000 jobs, and is expected to generate upwards of 810 megawatts of electricity, enough to power an estimated 500,000 homes.” He continues, “Since President Trump took office in January, electricity prices are up 13 percent nationwide, and the cost of electricity is climbing more than twice as fast as the rate of inflation. Moreover, with a significant increase in high-energy data centers around the country, demand for energy will continue to increase, placing additional upward pressure on energy prices in New York. Instead of embracing offshore wind’s potential to lower costs for New Yorkers, the decision to pause Empire Wind 1’s lease is yet another example of the President’s illogical, irrational, and economically irresponsible vendetta against renewable energy.” Goldman has consistently pushed back against the Trump administration’s reckless renewable energy policies, and his efforts were central to the administration lifting its stop work order against Empire 1 when it was previously arbitrarily targeted by President Trump earlier this year. Goldman also helped lead opposition to the approval of … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-goldman-deluzio-introduce-legislation-improve-affordability-stadium | Reps. Goldman, Deluzio Introduce Legislation to Improve Affordability of Stadium Concessions | 2025-12-23 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | ‘Honest Oversight of Ticketed Dining and Onsite Grub (HOTDOG) Act’ Would Direct FTC to Investigate Concession Price Gouging at Sports Stadiums Despite Public Subsidies of Stadiums, Going to Ball Games Unaffordable for Working Families Stadiums Concessions Charge New York Captive Audiences Double the Street Price, Despite Receiving Billions in Public Subsidies Washington, DC - U.S. Representatives Dan Goldman (NY-10) and Chris Deluzio (PA-17) introduced the Honest Oversight of Ticketed Dining and Onsite Grub (HOTDOG) Act to direct the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to conduct a nationwide study of concession pricing practices at sports venues. Despite the significant public investment into sports venues, the cost of many concessions remains unaffordable for the average American family. The average beer at Madison Square Garden in New York City costs $16. At Highmark Stadium, home of the Buffalo Bills, beer costs nearly $10, double the price fans would pay elsewhere. The average lowest price for a hot dog across MLB’s 30 ballparks in 2024 was nearly $6. Working families should be able to afford to take a break and see a game – at venues supported by their tax dollars – without facing massive price markups. For example, taxpayers paid $1.2 billion for Yankee Stadium, while Madison Square Garden receives an estimated $42 million annually from New York City through a property tax exemption. Working families are already struggling to pay rising prices thanks to Trump's reckless economic agenda, and being charged inflated prices for concessions at publicly funded stadiums adds insult to injury. The HOTDOG Act would shine a much-needed light on exploitative pricing practices and allow the FTC, lawmakers, and most importantly, working families, to gain more transparency into potential price gouging by venues and determine best practices for affordable pricing. “We’ve got to ensure that hardworking families can afford to enjoy nights out at ball games - especially when their hard-earned tax dollars are supporting big… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-mannion-ny-22-announces-2025-congressional-app-challenge | Representative Mannion (NY-22) Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge Winners | 2025-12-23 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | John W. Mannion | M001231 | mannion.house.gov | mannion | https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | SYRACUSE, NY — Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge, a nationwide competition that encourages middle and high school students to explore computer science by designing and coding original software applications. The first-place winner for NY-22 is Mikyal Mobeen, a student at Jamesville-DeWitt High School, for his app “PhosTrack.” The quiz-style app helps dialysis patients identify phosphate levels in common foods, making it easier to manage and maintain healthy diets. It also includes a journal for patients to track symptoms and other resources. Representative John W. Mannion said, “The Congressional App Challenge provides hands-on STEM education, giving students the opportunity to address real-world problems through technology. Mikyal’s app is a great example of creativity, skill, and purpose coming together to improve health outcomes for the community. I’m proud of every student who stepped up, expanded their understanding of computer science to help others, and took part in this fun and rewarding program.” The Congressional App Challenge is an annual competition hosted by Members of Congress across the country. Students compete individually or in teams to build an original app using any platform or programming language. The winning app was selected by Representative Mannion from student app submissions from across NY-22. Results for NY-22: 1st Place: Mikyal Mobeen, Jamesville-DeWitt High School — “PhosTrack,” a quiz-based app that helps dialysis patients recognize phosphate levels in common foods. 2nd Place: Henry Glade, Haoyu Wang, Haoxuan Wang, and Noah Kopiasz, Fayetteville-Manlius High School —“Turtle Miner,” an educational video game designed to raise awareness about the environmental impacts of mining. Representative Mannion congratulates all participants and thanks the educators who supported students throughout the challenge. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-highlights-2025-accomplishments-delivering-results-long-island | Garbarino Highlights 2025 Accomplishments: Delivering Results for Long Island | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Andrew R. Garbarino | G000597 | garbarino.house.gov | garbarino | https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) highlighted a year of legislative and constituent service accomplishments focused on delivering real results for Long Island families, small businesses, and law enforcement. “Everything I do in Congress is about delivering real results for Long Island,” said Congressman Garbarino. “Whether it’s lowering taxes, protecting 9/11 health care, strengthening our national security, or standing up for local communities, my focus is simple: getting things done for the people I represent.” In 2025, Congressman Garbarino secured a significant achievement when he was named Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, giving Long Islanders a direct voice on critical issues including border security, counterterrorism, and cybersecurity. Garbarino also led the fight to quadruple the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap to $40,000, delivering long-awaited tax relief for Long Island families and helping them keep more of their hard-earned money. Protecting 9/11 first responders and survivors remained a top priority throughout the year. Congressman Garbarino continued to work to fully fund and safeguard the World Trade Center Health Program. On the legislative front, Congressman Garbarino introduced 30 bills focused on Long Island priorities, including preserving flood insurance, supporting small businesses, and backing law enforcement. He also co-sponsored 171 bills aimed at advancing commonsense solutions for families and communities. Just as importantly, Garbarino’s office delivered direct results for constituents. In 2025 alone, his team returned more than $1.6 million to constituents, responded to over 24,000 constituent contacts, and successfully resolved more than 1,400 individual casework requests. “I’m proud of what we accomplished this year,” Garbarino added. “And I’ll keep fighting every day to deliver real results for Long Island.” ### | 1 | 2026-05-21T06:28:16Z | 2026-05-21T06:29:43Z |
| https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/two-garbarino-bills-advance-financial-services-committee-would-deliver-real | Two Garbarino Bills advance in the Financial Services Committee that would deliver real results for Long Islanders | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Andrew R. Garbarino | G000597 | garbarino.house.gov | garbarino | https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, two bills sponsored by Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) that are critical to Long Island’s housing market and small business community were advanced during the House Financial Services Committee’s markup. H.R. 5577, the NFIP Extension Act, would ensure the National Flood Insurance Program remains fully operational even in the event of a government funding lapse through Fiscal Year 2026. During the recent shutdown, NFIP’s brief lapse froze policy renewals and home closings. This was an especially disruptive outcome for coastal communities like Long Island, where flood insurance is often required to secure a mortgage. The second bill, H.R. 4130, the Small Business Relief Act, updates outdated SEC rules that can force growing private companies into costly public registration. This legislation would allow Long Island businesses to grow and innovate without being burdened by unnecessary compliance costs. “Long Island families and small businesses depend on stability and predictability to plan, invest, and grow,” said Congressman Garbarino. “Whether it’s keeping flood insurance available for homeowners or ensuring small businesses can access capital without unnecessary red tape, these bills would address real challenges facing our region.” Today’s committee markup is a critical step in the legislative process, allowing Members to debate, amend, and advance legislation before the full House can consider it. “These are practical solutions that protect Long Island homeowners and support local small business owners,” Garbarino added. ### | 1 | 2026-05-20T06:27:31Z | 2026-05-20T06:28:54Z |
| https://gillen.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-gillen-secures-nearly-600000-village-hempstead-road-safety-initiative | Rep. Gillen Secures Nearly $600,000 for Village of Hempstead Road Safety Initiative | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Laura Gillen | G000602 | gillen.house.gov | gillen | https://gillen.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | HEMPSTEAD, NY — Today, Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, announced that the Village of Hempstead was awarded $586,018 in new federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s 2025 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program. This federal investment will unlock millions more to support the Village of Hempstead’s comprehensive Safety Action Plan. “I’m proud to have fought for and secured this transformative funding that will help Hempstead develop a comprehensive road safety plan to prevent future tragedies and make our streets safer for everyone,” said Rep. Gillen. “Every seven minutes, a serious car accident occurs on Long Island. It’s unacceptable and I’ll continue to do everything I can in Congress to improve road safety for everyone in our community.” In July, Rep. Gillen held a press conference alongside Village of Hempstead Mayor Waylyn Hobbs, Village of Hempstead Police Chief Richard Holland and other community leaders, just steps from one of Long Island’s most dangerous intersections. Rep. Gillen encouraged the Village to apply for the USDOT Safe Streets for All program, expressedher support for the Village’s application and directly urged Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to award Hempstead the grant. This funding will allow the Village to develop a comprehensive Safety Action Plan to audit road safety and manage speeds in high-crash corridors. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/goldman-lambasts-trump-administration-pausing-offshore-wind-projects | Goldman Lambasts Trump Administration for Pausing Offshore Wind Projects | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | New York, NY - Today, U.S. Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10) released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Interior announcing that it is pausing—effective immediately—the leases for all large-scale offshore wind projects under construction in the United States, including Empire Wind 1 in New York: "With increasing energy demand and rising energy prices, President Trump’s latest attempt to kill the offshore wind industry in the United States is as stupid as it is shortsighted. Renewable energy manufactured in America with American jobs actually makes our nation more secure, not less. United States energy policy cannot be dictated by one person’s irrational, childish dislike of the visual appearance of wind turbines from a golf course in Scotland. I will continue to fight this moronic decision, starting by asking my New York Republican colleagues whether they will stand up for their constituents or continue to bow down to Trump.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-representatives-goldman-and-espaillat-conduct-oversight-ice-facilities-26 | U.S. Representatives Goldman and Espaillat Conduct Oversight of ICE Facilities at 26 Federal Plaza Following Court Win | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Lawmakers Gained Access to ICE Facilities at 26 Federal Plaza After Suing Trump Administration Congressional Oversight Visit Marks the First Time Members of Congress Have Been Allowed at 26 Federal Plaza Facilities During Trump Administration Video of the Press Conference Can Be Viewed Here NEW YORK, NY - Today U.S. Representatives Dan Goldman (NY-10) and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) gained access to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities at 26 Federal Plaza to conduct their congressional oversight duties. The oversight visit marks the first time under the Trump Administration that Members of Congress have been allowed access to these facilities in order to exercise their lawful congressional duties of inspecting immigration detention facilities to ensure the safety of detained individuals and compliance with federal law. “Today, after months of being blocked from entry, Rep. Espaillat and I finally gained access to 26 Federal Plaza to exercise our oversight responsibility of the ICE facilities there,” said Rep. Goldman. “What we saw today only reaffirms the clear violations of both law and American values by the Trump Administration’s immigration dragnet. Law-abiding, nonviolent immigrants are still kept for up to three days without showers or beds and often no way to contact their families or lawyers. I have no doubt that this week’s court order to allow congressional access into 26 Federal Plaza and other ICE detention facilities around the country forced ICE to improve conditions here. But Members of Congress should not have needed to seek a court order to conduct oversight. I will continue to use every tool available, including returning here to conduct oversight unannounced, to hold ICE and the Trump Administration accountable.” “Today, we saw people housed for as long as three days or more in cells without access to showers, limited toilets, no real beds – an administrative building is simply not equipped to hold detainees. The Trump administration's obsession with hitting an arbit… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-mannion-announces-928-million-federal-grant-purchase-low | Representative Mannion Announces $9.28 Million Federal Grant to Purchase Low-Emission Buses for CENTRO's BRT System | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | John W. Mannion | M001231 | mannion.house.gov | mannion | https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | SYRACUSE, NY — Representative John W. Mannion today announced a $9.28 million federal grant to purchase new low-emission buses for the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority’s (CENTRO) Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. The funding, awarded through the Federal Department of Transportation’s Low- or No-Emission Program, will allow CENTRO to purchase custom-designed, compressed natural gas (CNG) buses built specifically for BRT service. These buses will feature a unique design and dedicated branding so riders can clearly identify them as part of the BRT system. The grant will cover the cost of approximately nine new busses. Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) said, “This is a significant investment in local transit that will reduce emissions, improve reliability, and deliver the speed and consistency riders depend on to get to work, class, medical appointments, shopping, and back home. With federal funding being delayed and withheld by the Trump administration, communities need certainty when dollars are approved so projects can move forward. I will continue holding the administration accountable and fighting for transparency — and for every dollar Central New York and NY-22 deserve.” Mayor Ben Walsh said, “Bus rapid transit is a high priority for Syracuse Surge, our strategy for inclusive growth in the New Economy. Frequent, reliable public transportation is essential to deliver great quality of life and opportunity for city residents. I thank Centro for being a Syracuse Surge partner and moving ahead with BRT and I’m grateful to Congressman Mannion for providing funding to get the buses needed to run the service.” Mayor-elect Sharon Owens said, “Representative Mannion’s announcement of a $9.28 million federal grant for CENTRO’s Bus Rapid Transit system is an important investment in the City’s future. The new low-emission, custom-designed CNG buses will not only modernize our public transportation infrastructure but also advance our shared commitment to sustainability and accessibility. I applaud t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://nadler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397447 | 2025 End of Year Newsletter | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Jerrold Nadler | N000002 | nadler.house.gov | nadler | https://nadler.house.gov/news | scraper | Dear Friends, As we close out 2025 and enter into the new year, I want to thank you for the opportunity to serve as your voice in Congress. This year brought the beginning of Trump’s second term as President. Across the country we said we would fight Trump in the halls of Congress, in courtrooms, and in our communities. In Congress, I voted against Trump's Big Ugly Bill, opposed his disastrous policies that gutted the federal workforce and eliminated environmental and civil rights efforts, and proudly joined a near-unanimous vote to release the Epstein Files. In court, more than 526 lawsuits were filed by people all across the country directly challenging Trump’s lawless and unconstitutional acts. I joined several amicus briefs, including one in defense of birthright citizenship which Trump senselessly attacked, and one to oppose the unjust firing of FTC Commissioner Slaughter, which was part of Trump’s efforts to consolidate power. We recently won a court case forcing the Trump Administration to allow Congressional inspections of ICE detention facilities. In our community, I marched with fellow New Yorkers at the No Kings protest. I spoke at rallies to blast Trump’s disastrous actions, like freezing $18 billion for NYC public transit, decimating the Environmental Protection Agency, and attacking the LGBTQ+ community. We fought back against his effort to eliminate congestion pricing and were able to maintain vital funding to improve our subways. I put together this end of year newsletter to share the great work my staff and I are doing for New Yorkers across the 12th district. Here are some of the highlights: My office closed over one thousand cases to help New Yorkers with federal agencies – whether it was helping to get a passport, a White House tour, or to receive social security checks on time. On average, it has taken my team only 42 days to close a case and help constituents with a federal agency. I requested more than $30 million to invest in projects around the community – including $3 million to… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-pat-ryan-introduces-small-business-relief-act-eliminate-trumps | CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN INTRODUCES “SMALL BUSINESS RELIEF ACT” TO ELIMINATE TRUMP’S TARIFFS ON HUDSON VALLEY SMALL BUSINESSES AND REQUIRE FULL REFUNDS TO THOSE FORCED TO PAY THEM | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | During his Small Business Listening Tour this summer, Ryan heard from small business owners across Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties about how the tariffs are forcing them to raise prices and threatening the future of their businesses, profits, and local economies The introduction follows months of action by Ryan, building on his efforts to reverse the national emergency Trump declared in order to enact his tariffs and prevent House Republicans from ceding their own ability to challenge tariffs to the President Most recently, Ryan passed two bills through the House lowering costs and cutting through red tape for small business owners KINGSTON, NY – Congressman Pat Ryan introduced the “Small Business Restoring Equity for Local Importers through Economic Fairness Act,” or “Small Business RELIEF Act,” legislation that will ease the immense financial burden on Hudson Valley small businesses by eliminating the President’s tariffs on small businesses and providing refunds to those who were forced to pay them. During his Small Business Listening Tour this summer, Ryan heard from small business owners and Chamber of Commerce members across Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties about how the tariffs are forcing them to raise prices and threatening the future of their businesses, profits, and local economies. Ryan has been fighting the harmful effects of Trump’s tariffs for months. He joined an effort in the House to reverse the national emergency Trump declared in order to enact the tariffs, and opposed a measure by House Republicans to cede their ability to challenge tariffs to the President – kneecapping Congress’s own ability to stand up for their constituents being crushed by high prices. Most recently, Ryan passed two bills through the House, the “Small Business Regulatory Reduction Act” and the “DUMP Red Tape Act,” lowering costs and cutting through red tape for small business owners. “We don't have billion dollar corporations in the Hudson Valley. What we proudly do have are tons of small businesses that… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/21/leader-jeffries-on-tavis-smiley-were-going-to-keep-the-pressure-on/ | LEADER JEFFRIES ON ‘TAVIS SMILEY’: “WE’RE GOING TO KEEP THE PRESSURE ON” | 2025-12-21 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | This week, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on KBLA’s Tavis Smiley, where he reiterated that Democrats are committed to protecting healthcare and that Republicans have a responsibility to join them by extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits. TAVIS SMILEY: It is true that he is the Minority Leader in the House of Representatives. It is true that if Democrats can take over the House in November, he will be the first African American to be Speaker of the US House. But it is also true he’s my fraternity brother. He’s a good Kappa. Please welcome—we are pleased to welcome Hakeem Jeffries to this program. Leader Jeffries, how are you, sir? LEADER JEFFRIES: Great to be with you. Alpha Chapter in the building. Always appreciate you, Tavis, and also congratulations on the success that Indiana University is having with their football season. An extraordinary season. TAVIS SMILEY: You are kind to say that. I’m looking forward to going to the Rose Bowl to see them play. They’re coming out my way here in California, so it makes it easy for me. I ain’t got to travel but 15 miles down the road to see them. I know you got a tight schedule, just about five or six minutes here. Let me just ask you to give me and give the audience an update. Here we are near the end of the year, everybody concerned about these healthcare subsidies. What’s happening in real time, Leader Jeffries? LEADER JEFFRIES: Well, we were very successful yesterday in obtaining the 218 votes needed. All 214 Members of the House Democratic Caucus, plus four House Republicans joined us yesterday morning to trigger an up-or-down vote on extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits connected to legislation that I’ve introduced that would extend it in a straightforward way for three years, because we believe that working class Americans, middle class Americans, Black and brown Americans deserve the same level of certainty that Republicans always try to provide to the wealthy, the well-off, the well-connected and their big donors. So right n… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://espaillat.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-espaillat-leads-introduction-legislation-lower-household-energy | Representative Espaillat Leads Introduction of Legislation to Lower Household Energy Bills | 2025-12-20 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Adriano Espaillat | E000297 | espaillat.house.gov | espaillat | https://espaillat.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | [Bill Text (PDF)] WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Environment and Public Works Committee, introduced the Lowering American Energy Costs Act. The bill directs the President to prohibit most U.S. exports of natural gas due to their contribution to rising household energy costs—a move that will protect consumers from utility price hikes and reduce greenhouse gases. This would not be the first time Congress has prohibited fossil fuel exports: in 1975, Congress passed a ban on crude oil and natural gas exports—a ban that was repealed in 2015. The Lowering American Energy Costs Act is cosponsored by Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.); Representatives Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.) and Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) and Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.).Representative Clarke previously co-led the Lowering American Energy Costs Act with RepresentativeEspaillat in the House. “The Lowering American Energy Costs Act would have an immediate impact on Americans' energy bills, which have skyrocketed in the past year, with many households seeing double digit increases in the rates they pay,” said Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13). “While this cost explosion is unprecedented, the solutions are clear. We must ramp up renewable energy generation and ensure that American households are our primary and priority consumers, not AI companies or foreign purchasers. I am proud to join Senator Markey, Representative Clarke, and our colleagues to offer this legislation, which would reestablish the export ban on fossil fuels that was lifted in 2015 at the behest of billionaire oil barons, and lighten the cost burden that energy bills are having on Americans.” “Fossil fuel billionaires aren’t just harming our health by polluting our air, land, and water—they're busting our budgets every month through massive exports of fossil fuels that drive higher prices on the international market and cr… | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:31:39Z |
| https://clarke.house.gov/clarke-leads-public-comment-letter-to-dhs-urging-against-proposal-that-expands-use-of-biometric-data-collection-in-immigration-and-naturalization-processes/ | CLARKE LEADS PUBLIC COMMENT LETTER TO DHS URGING AGAINST PROPOSAL THAT EXPANDS USE OF BIOMETRIC DATA COLLECTION IN IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION PROCESSES | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Yvette D. Clarke | C001067 | clarke.house.gov | clarke | https://clarke.house.gov/category/press-release/ | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 19, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) led a public comment letter signed by 48 of her colleagues to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Joseph Edlow urged them to reconsider the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) rule proposal to expand biometric data collection and reuse across immigration and naturalization processes. “Recent public reporting, including an NPR investigation, has highlighted DHS’s increasing reliance on facial recognition and third-party data systems with limited transparency or oversight. These findings underscore broader concerns about algorithmic bias, disproportionate impacts on communities of color and immigrants, and the dangers of expanding surveillance infrastructure without clear guardrails. Recent high-profile breaches of biometrics systems, including the breach of a biometrics database for a company used by the U.K. Metropolitan Police and the unauthorized access of U.S. Customs and Border Protection data used for a facial recognition pilot program highlight the threat posed by broad biometrics collection without strong civil rights, privacy, and cybersecurity protections. The proposed rule provides no meaningful detail on how DHS will secure, limit, or oversee the new and expansive datasets it would create. It lacks information on cybersecurity protections, retention limits, access controls, independent auditing, or transparency mechanisms. Without such safeguards, the rule risks eroding public trust in immigration systems and undermining civil-rights protections that are essential to fair and humane governance.” The Members continued, “Biometric technologies hold significant implications for privacy, equality, and public trust. DHS must adopt a framework that protects individuals – not one that exposes millions of U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and immigrant families to unneces… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://clarke.house.gov/representatives-clarke-espaillat-and-senator-markey-introduce-legislation-to-lower-household-energy-bills-by-stopping-exports-of-natural-gas-abroad/ | REPRESENTATIVES CLARKE, ESPAILLAT, AND SENATOR MARKEY INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO LOWER HOUSEHOLD ENERGY BILLS BY STOPPING EXPORTS OF NATURAL GAS ABROAD | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Yvette D. Clarke | C001067 | clarke.house.gov | clarke | https://clarke.house.gov/category/press-release/ | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 19, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) introduced the Lowering American Energy Costs Act. The bill directs the President to prohibit most U.S. exports of natural gas due to their contribution to rising household energy costs—a move that will protect consumers from utility price hikes and reduce greenhouse gases. This would not be the first time Congress has prohibited fossil fuel exports: in 1975, Congress passed a ban on crude oil and natural gas exports—a ban that was repealed in 2015. “When each passing day of inaction increases the severity of the climate crisis and decreases our ability to fight back against it, solutions like the Lowering American Energy Costs Act grow all the more critical. Banning the export of our energy resources is a necessary step towards, at long last, putting American families, futures, and communities first, and I am proud to co-lead this legislative answer to an already existential problem. It’s past time we prioritize the American people over someone else’s profits,” said Representative Yvette D. Clarke. “The Lowering American Energy Costs Act would have an immediate impact on Americans’ energy bills, which have skyrocketed in the past year, with many households seeing double digit increases in the rates they pay,” said Representative Adriano Espaillat. “While this cost explosion is unprecedented, the solutions are clear. We must ramp up renewable energy generation and ensure that American households are our primary and priority consumers, not AI companies or foreign purchasers. I am proud to join Senator Markey, Representative Clarke, and our colleagues to offer this legislation, which would reestablish the export ban on fossil fuels that was lifted in 2015 at the behest of billionaire oil barons, and lighten the cost burden that energy bills are having on Americans.” “Fossil fuel… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-pat-ryan-demands-ftc-investigation-collectors-holdings-attempt | CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN DEMANDS FTC INVESTIGATION INTO COLLECTORS HOLDINGS’ ATTEMPT TO MONOPOLIZE TRADING CARD GRADING | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Through acquisitions of PSA (2021), SGC (February 2024), and now Beckett (announced December 2025), Collectors has consolidated over 80% of grading volume, leaving only one significant independent competitor Collectors’ dominance is compounded by vertical integration; it controls grading capacity, pricing analytics through CardLadder, and participates in buying and selling graded cards—creating severe conflicts of interest WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Pat Ryan wrote to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Andrew N. Ferguson, demanding an antitrust investigation into Collector Holdings’ monopolistic practices. Through acquisitions of PSA (2021), SGC (February 2024), and now Beckett (announced December 2025), Collectors has consolidated over 80% of grading volume, leaving only one independent competitor Collectors’ dominance is compounded by vertical integration; it controls grading capacity, pricing analytics through CardLadder, and participates in buying and selling graded cards—creating severe conflicts of interest. “Even my four and six year old boys, who just started their collections, know this behavior is wrong. Attempts to corner the trading card market are not only deeply unpopular, they are unethical," said Congressman Pat Ryan. "Kids, collectors and local card stores, shouldn’t have to worry that the system is stacked against them, and the FTC needs to step in before this hobby is controlled by one powerful company.” Investigatory Questions The Commission should investigate: Monopolization: Whether Collectors acquired SGC and Beckett specifically to eliminate competition, and whether internal documents reveal a deliberate strategy of monopolization. Serial Acquisition Pattern: Whether Collectors’ systematic roll-up strategy violates Section 5 of the FTC Act as conduct that inherently produces the cumulative harms the antitrust laws were designed to prevent. Regulatory Evasion: Whether Collēctīvus Holdings functioned as a pass-through entity to evade merger scrutiny, and the extent of Colle… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/victory-hudson-congressman-pat-ryans-bill-permanently-ban-barges-hudson-river | VICTORY ON THE HUDSON: CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN’S BILL TO PERMANENTLY BAN BARGES ON THE HUDSON RIVER SIGNED INTO LAW | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | After years of relentless advocacy by Congressman Ryan, bipartisan lawmakers, and local advocates, the “Hudson River Protection Act” – which permanently bans harmful, polluting barges from docking in the Hudson River – has been signed into law Ryan first introduced the bill in 2023 following attempts to erode protections against dangerous barges anchoring in the Hudson, contaminating drinking water for Hudson Valley residents and destroying the environment WASHINGTON, DC – Today, after years of relentless advocacy by Congressman Ryan, bipartisan elected officials at the local, state, and federal levels, and community experts and advocates, Ryan’s “Hudson River Protection Act” has been signed into law. Ryan first introduced the “Hudson River Protection Act” in 2023, following attempts to erode protections preventing harmful, polluting barges from using the Hudson River as a parking lot – threatening to contaminate drinking water for more than 100,000 Hudson Valley residents and destroy the environment. “If there’s one thing we can all agree on it’s making sure our drinking water is clean and that our Hudson River is safe and protected. For far too long, big corporations have polluted and put at risk our precious River in pursuit of profits. But not anymore. The Hudson is more than a river – it’s the lifeblood and the heartbeat of our community,” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “Today marks the culmination of years of effort by every single member of our Hudson Valley community. I especially want to thank my partners at Riverkeeper and Scenic Hudson for their tireless work and commitment to protecting the Hudson. Never again will big corporations be able to turn our River into a parking lot for dangerous barges, polluting the drinking water for 100,000 of our neighbors. This victory proves that when the Hudson Valley stands up with one voice to demand change, we can accomplish anything.” “The Hudson River has faced serious ecological challenges for decades, and this law makes clear that our towns, homeowners, and r… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://espaillat.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-espaillat-gains-access-ice-facilities-26-federal-plaza-after-suing-trump | Rep. Espaillat Gains Access to ICE Facilities at 26 Federal Plaza After Suing Trump Administration | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Adriano Espaillat | E000297 | espaillat.house.gov | espaillat | https://espaillat.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | [Video of the Press Conference Can Be Viewed Here] NEW YORK, NY – Today U.S. Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Dan Goldman (NY-10) gained access to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities at 26 Federal Plaza to conduct their congressional oversight duties. The oversight visit marks the first time under the Trump Administration that Members of Congress have been allowed access to these facilities in order to exercise their lawful congressional duties of inspecting immigration detention facilities to ensure the safety of detained individuals and compliance with federal law. “Today, we saw people housed for as long as three days or more in cells without access to showers, limited toilets, no real beds – an administrative building is simply not equipped to hold detainees. The Trump administration's obsession with hitting an arbitrary – and unrealistic – number of deportations is creating a humanitarian crisis,” said CHC Chair Rep. Adriano Espaillat. “The courts reaffirmed our right to inspect detention centers and we exercised that right immediately -- that's the good news. The bad news is we saw what we already knew to be true: The White House's unhinged expectations are forcing DHS officials to cut corners. This is not how America should enforce its laws.” “Today, after months of being blocked from entry, Rep. Espaillat and I finally gained access to 26 Federal Plaza to exercise our oversight responsibility of the ICE facilities there,” said Rep. Goldman. “What we saw today only reaffirms the clear violations of both law and American values by the Trump Administration’s immigration dragnet. Law-abiding, nonviolent immigrants are still kept for up to three days without showers or beds and often no way to contact their families or lawyers. I have no doubt that this week’s court order to allow congressional access into 26 Federal Plaza and other ICE detention facilities around the country forced ICE to improve conditions here. But Members of Congress should not have needed to seek … | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:31:39Z |
| https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-small-business-administration-urge-local-businesses-apply-national | LaLota & Small Business Administration Urge Local Businesses to Apply for National Small Business Week Awards by Monday, December 22 | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Nick LaLota | L000598 | lalota.house.gov | lalota | https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Hauppauge, N.Y — Congressman Nick LaLota, a Member of the House Committee on Small Business, is urging Suffolk County entrepreneurs and small business owners to submit their nominations for the 2026 National Small Business Week Awards before the fast-approaching Monday, December 22 deadline. “Small businesses are the backbone of Suffolk County’s economy. They’re the innovators, risk-takers, and job creators who strengthen our local communities. As someone fighting every day on the House Small Business Committee to cut red tape and expand opportunities, I want to make sure our local business leaders are recognized on the national stage,” said LaLota. “If you know a deserving entrepreneur, or if you’re one yourself, I encourage you to apply before the December 22 deadline. And if you need help navigating the SBA or other federal programs, my office stands ready to assist.” “National Small Business Week is a time to honor the incredible achievements of America’s entrepreneurs - the innovators, risk-takers, and job creators who drive our economy forward. Long Island is lucky to have Rep. LaLota on the House’s Small Business Committee, where he sees the positive impact that the SBA makes to Main Street entrepreneurs and small business owners. “We both know first-hand that outstanding small businesses should be recognized for the hard work, perseverance, resiliency, and impact in their communities. That’s why we are encouraging individuals, organizations, and small businesses themselves to submit nominations so that the Long Island community - and all of New York State and the nation - can celebrate their stories,”said SBA Atlantic Regional Administrator Matt Coleman, who oversees the federal agency’s operations throughout New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Background: Each year, as part of National Small Business Week, the SBA honors outstanding entrepreneurs from all 50 states and U.S. territories. These awards spotlight the leaders behind America’s 36 million small businesses, which… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:31:39Z |
| https://clarke.house.gov/clarke-colleagues-demand-secretary-kennedy-to-address-the-black-maternal-health-crisis/ | CLARKE, COLLEAGUES DEMAND SECRETARY KENNEDY TO ADDRESS THE BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH CRISIS | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Yvette D. Clarke | C001067 | clarke.house.gov | clarke | https://clarke.house.gov/category/press-release/ | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 18, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and Robin Kelly (IL-02) led a letter signed by 49 of their colleagues to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services demanding immediate action to address the Black maternal health crisis, which has only grown more severe under the second Trump Administration: “No woman in this country should face preventable harm while giving birth, yet the evidence shows that Black mothers face disproportionate, avoidable, and increasingly heightened risks. We demand that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) investigate these failures and outline the steps it will take to ensure that hospitals provide safe, timely, and equitable care to all patients. In the United States, Black women die from pregnancy-related causes at more than three times the rate of white women. This stark disparity persists across income, education, insurance status, and geography—reflecting longstanding inequities in access, treatment, and responsiveness within maternal health care that warrant serious federal attention and oversight.” The Members continued, “Black women deserve to enter labor and delivery units with confidence that their symptoms will be taken seriously and that their care will align with established medical standards. The maternal health crisis facing Black women demands urgent attention, stronger oversight, and meaningful accountability throughout the health care system.” The letter was signed by 51 Members of Congress: Becca Balint, Nanette Barragán, Joyce Beatty, Wesley Bell, Shontel Brown, Nikki Budzinski, André Carson, Kathy Castor, Joaquin Castro, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Yvette D. Clarke, Herbert Conaway, Jasmine Crockett, Madeleine Dean, Suzan DelBene, Veronica Escobar, Dwight Evans, Valerie Foushee, Maxwell Frost, Steven Horsford, Sydney Kamlager-Dove, Robin Kelly, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Summer Lee, Doris … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-himes-reintroduce-bipartisan-bill-prevent-veteran-suicide | Garbarino, Himes Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Veteran Suicide | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Andrew R. Garbarino | G000597 | garbarino.house.gov | garbarino | https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) and Congressman James Himes (D-CT-04) reintroduced the Veteran Suicide Prevention Act, legislation that directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a comprehensive review of veteran suicides and identify gaps in care, prescribing practices, and data reporting. The bill aims to improve transparency, strengthen oversight, and ensure the VA can better support veterans in crisis. Recent independent reviews have raised concerns that veteran suicide deaths may be significantly undercounted due to misclassified self-injury and overdose deaths. These discrepancies underscore the urgent need for accurate data to fully understand the scope of the crisis and take meaningful action to save lives. Under this bill, the VA would be required to complete a detailed, publicly available review of suicide deaths among veterans who received VA care within the five years preceding their death. The review would assess medical histories, prescribed medications, facility-level prescribing patterns, diagnoses, and demographic information. “Too many of our nation’s heroes have been lost to suicide, and every one of those lives is a call to action,” said Congressman Garbarino. “This crucial legislation gives us the transparency and information needed to strengthen oversight and ensure veterans receive the support they deserve.” “Our men and women in uniform deserve the very best when they return home, but the tragically high rate of suicide is a clear sign that we are failing to live up to that standard. This important piece of bipartisan legislation will ensure that we better understand how best to support our veterans as they readjust to life after service,”said Congressman Himes. “Accurate data saves lives. America’s Warrior Partnership strongly supports this bipartisan effort to bring greater transparency to veteran suicide and ensure every community has the information needed to prevent these tragic losses.” - Jim Lorraine, President & CEO of Americ… | 1 | 2026-04-29T06:03:53Z | 2026-04-29T06:05:09Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/18/leader-jeffries-costs-havent-gone-down-in-the-united-states-of-america-and-everybody-knows-it/ | LEADER JEFFRIES: “COSTS HAVEN’T GONE DOWN IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND EVERYBODY KNOWS IT” | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that as Congress ends the legislative year, President Trump and House Republicans have failed to deliver on their promises to lower costs for everyday Americans, while House Democrats remain committed to driving down the high cost of living. LEADER JEFFRIES: We started the year, and Donald Trump promised that this would be the golden age in America. We’re ending the year, and the overwhelming majority of the American people, including many so-called Trump supporters, know that this year has been a disaster for the American people. Last night, Donald Trump once again made it clear to the American people that he apparently still believes that the affordability crisis in this country is a hoax. It is not a hoax. The affordability crisis is very real. And one of the reasons why this year has been such a disaster for everyday Americans under complete Republican control of government—they have the House, the Senate, and the presidency. They’ve had all year, they’ve had complete control of government and they’ve done nothing to lower the high cost of living in this country. Now, Donald Trump and Mike Johnson and John Thune and House Republicans and Senate Republicans repeatedly promised to the American people last year that they were going to lower the high cost of living. In fact, they said that costs would go down on day one. They lied to the American people.Costs haven’t gone down in the United States of America, and everybody knows it.Costs have gone up. Housing costs are out of control. Grocery costs are outta control. Electricity bills are outta control. Child care costs are outta control and healthcare costs are out of control and about to get worse because of the Republican healthcare crisis that has been devastating everyday Americans throughout this year. Why is Mike Johnson and House Republicans leaving town when there is legislation supported by a bipartisan majority of the House that would extend the Affordable Ca… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/18/leader-jeffries-on-squawk-box-we-are-working-hard-to-decisively-confront-this-republican-healthcare-crisis/ | LEADER JEFFRIES ON SQUAWK BOX: “WE ARE WORKING HARD TO DECISIVELY CONFRONT THIS REPUBLICAN HEALTHCARE CRISIS” | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNBC’s Squawk Box, where he emphasized that a majority of the House has signed onto the Democratic bill to extend the ACA tax credits, and Mike Johnson must bring it up for a vote immediately. ANDREW ROSS SORKIN: Joining us right now is House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Good morning to you. You heard the President last night. He says the Democrats are in the pockets of the insurance companies and that the price of your healthcare is actually going to go down under his plan. What say you? LEADER JEFFRIES: Well, good morning, great to be with you. The Republican healthcare crisis is devastating the American people and Donald Trump has zero credibility on the issue of healthcare. This is the party that has enacted the largest cut to Medicaid in American history in the same bill where they enacted massive tax breaks for their billionaire donors because of Republican policies in the One Big Ugly Bill. We know that hospitals, nursing homes and community-based health centers are closing all across the country, including in rural America. Republicans have launched an all-out assault on the Centers for Disease Control, the National Institute of Health, the Food and Drug Administration, on vaccine availability for children and now Republicans are refusing to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits, which means that tens of millions of Americans, working-class Americans, are about to experience dramatically increased health insurance premiums. We are working hard to decisively confront this Republican healthcare crisis and fix our broken healthcare system. ANDREW ROSS SORKIN: Leader, let me ask you this, and I recognize the complications and costs to the American public. There is a question, and maybe you’d say it’s a longer-term question that has to be dealt with later, but the true question ultimately underneath all this is how we’re going to actually lower the cost of healthcare in America. And when I say lower the cost, not just lower the cost for ind… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/18/statement-from-kennedy-center-ex-officio-board-members-on-trumps-illegal-effort-to-rename-arts-institution/ | STATEMENT FROM KENNEDY CENTER EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS ON TRUMP’S ILLEGAL EFFORT TO RENAME ARTS INSTITUTION | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Know Your Immigration Rights If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes. Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. You do not have to open your door until you see a valid warrant to enter your home or search your belongings. Your right to remain silent: The Fifth Amendment protects your right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself. You are not required to share any personal information such as your place of birth, immigration status or criminal history. Always consult an attorney: You have a right to speak with an attorney. You do not have to sign anything or hand officials any documents without speaking to an attorney. Try to identify and consult one in advance. The New York City Office of Civil Justice and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) support a variety of free immigration legal services through local nonprofit legal organizations. To access these resources, dial 311 and say “Action NYC,” call the MOIA Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 800-354-0365 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or visit MOIA’s website. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5210 | Reps. Lawler and Ryan Demand HUD Disburse CoC Funds, Ensure That Hudson Valley Families and Veterans Stay Housed | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. – 12/18/25… Today, Congressmen Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Pat Ryan (NY-18) urged the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to ensure that funding already appropriated by Congress is distributed promptly to supportive housing organizations across the Hudson Valley. Supportive housing organizations in the region play a critical role in keeping families, seniors, and veterans housed. Recently, HUD notified these organizations of mid-cycle changes to program eligibility, creating potential delays for funds that Congress has already approved through 2026. The lawmakers are calling on HUD to provide clear guidance and ensure that allocated funds continue to flow uninterrupted. These funds are administered locally through HUD’s Continuum of Care (CoC) program, which is designed to provide predictable, multi-year support so housing providers can maintain stability for families, seniors, and veterans. “Housing is a basic human need, and when the federal government fails to deliver on funds that Congress has already allocated, it puts lives at risk. The residents of the Hudson Valley, including those in supportive housing, deserve stability, not uncertainty. We cannot allow policy changes to jeopardize the homes and security of families in our district. HUD must fulfill its obligations and ensure the necessary funding continues to flow to those who need it most,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “Keeping Hudson Valley kids, families, seniors and veterans in their homes isn’t a partisan issue – it’s a fundamental question of who we are as a country. I know the country I risked my life to defend wouldn’t kick kids and veterans out of their homes,” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “Nobody in our community deserves to have the rug pulled out from under them. We’re rallying our communities and people on the frontlines of the housing crisis with a clear, strong message: do not leave Hudson Valley families out in the cold. Provide the funding that has already been promised. Do not make program changes at the e… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-congratulates-cardinal-dolan-years-service-archdiocese-new-york | Malliotakis Congratulates Cardinal Dolan on Years of Service to the Archdiocese of New York, Welcomes Archbishop Hicks | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Nicole Malliotakis | M000317 | malliotakis.house.gov | malliotakis | https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (NEW YORK, NY) – Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis released the following statement after Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Cardinal Timothy Dolanas Archbishop of the Archdiocese of New York upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 75 earlier this year. Malliotakis also welcomed the newly appointed Archbishop Ronald Hicks as his successor. “I congratulate Cardinal Timothy Dolan as he begins this next chapter after 16 years of faithful service to the Archdiocese of New York. Over the years, I’ve come to know Cardinal Dolan well. All who have been in his presence know what a positive, joyful, faithful individual he is. My Catholic constituents and I will miss his guidance and good humor, and I am grateful for his leadership and commitment to New Yorkers. I wish him well in his retirement and look forward to working with Archbishop Ronald Hicks as he assumes leadership of the Archdiocese of New York, serving 2.5 million Catholic New Yorkers." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-joe-morelle-honors-chuck-mangione-house-representatives | CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE HONORS CHUCK MANGIONE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Joseph D. Morelle | M001206 | morelle.house.gov | morelle | https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (Washington, D.C.)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he delivered remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives in honor of Charles “Chuck” Mangione—a son of Rochester, world-renowned trumpet and flugelhorn player, and an American jazz icon—who passed away recently at the age of 84. His remarks, available below, will appear in the Congressional Record. “I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Rochester’s own Chuck Mangione—a world-class musician whose unique sound carried our city’s spirit to every corner of the globe. Born and raised in Rochester, Chuck never forgot where he came from. From his early days playing alongside his brother Gap as “The Jazz Brothers,” to studying at, and later leading, the Eastman School of Music’s jazz program, Chuck’s commitment to Rochester never wavered. His flugelhorn gave us classics like 'Feels So Good,' earned Grammy awards, and became the soundtrack to unforgettable moments. Here in Rochester, we remember Chuck not just for his fame, but for his generosity, joy, and the pride he shared in our community. He leaves a legacy that will keep our city swinging for generations. May we honor him by celebrating our hometown music the way Chuck always did.” Video footage is available and can be viewed here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://nadler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397428 | Nadler, DeLauro, Balint, Frost Introduce Antisemitism Response and Prevention Act | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Jerrold Nadler | N000002 | nadler.house.gov | nadler | https://nadler.house.gov/news | scraper | In the wake of the horrific antisemitic attack in Sydney killing 15 Jews, Representatives Jerrold Nadler (NY-12), Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Becca Balint (VT-AL), and Maxwell Frost (FL-10) introduced the Antisemitism Response and Prevention Act (ARPA). This comprehensive approach to combating antisemitism supports the Biden Administration’s landmark US National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism, including its approach to defining antisemitism. ARPA also fully funds the Office for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, undoes the Trump closure of regional offices, prevents regional offices from being closed in the future, and creates greater Congressional oversight into the work of the Department. Additionally, ARPA mandates the designation of a Title VI coordinator on every college campus in order to provide students with additional resources in hopes of preventing antisemitism and other hate on campus. Doing so also would provide on-campus resources to directly report any such incidents, should they occur. The bill notably creates a Hate Crime Reporting Center and provides additional resources to record, track, index, report, and publish data related to every hate crime committed in the United States. The bill also creates a National Coordinator to Counter Antisemitism to spearhead a whole-of-government response to the antisemitism crisis in America. ARPA fully funds the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) to harden security and protect religious communities and nonprofits, and ensures that recipients cannot be discriminated against based on partisan political ideologies. ARPA clearly states that it is against the policy of the United States to use antisemitism as grounds to pursue ulterior political agendas, including attacks on educational institutions, suppressing constitutionally protected speech, or any other enforcement of ideological conformity. ARPA affirms that criticism of Israeli government policy is a form of political speech protected by the First Amendment, and requires reports to Congress b… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/amid-community-wide-effort-bipartisan-congressmen-pat-ryan-and-mike-lawler | AMID COMMUNITY-WIDE EFFORT, BIPARTISAN CONGRESSMEN PAT RYAN AND MIKE LAWLER DEMAND HUD SECRETARY DISBURSE COC FUNDS; ENSURE THAT HUDSON VALLEY FAMILIES AND VETERANS STAY HOUSED | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Supportive housing organizations in the region play a critical role in keeping families, seniors, and veterans housed. Recently, HUD notified these organizations of mid-cycle changes to program eligibility, creating potential delays for funds that Congress has already approved through 2026. Hudson Valley housing nonprofits sounded the alarm on the funding changes, stating their residents faced a “return to homelessness” and total “chaos and uncertainty” due to the abrupt policy changes Multiple states, including New York, sued HUD over the initial notice, which the agency subsequently rescinded. HUD has indicated it may reissue a proposal after making modifications, creating continued uncertainty for program administrators. Congressmen Ryan and Lawler are calling on HUD to provide clear guidance and ensure that allocated funds continue to flow uninterrupted. These funds are administered locally through HUD’s Continuum of Care (CoC) program, which is designed to provide predictable, multi-year support so housing providers can maintain stability for families, seniors, and veterans. WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressmen Pat Ryan (D-NY-18) and Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) called on the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to ensure that funding already appropriated by Congress is distributed promptly to supportive housing organizations across the Hudson Valley. Supportive housing organizations in the region play a critical role in keeping families, seniors, and veterans housed. Recently, HUD notified these organizations of mid-cycle changes to program eligibility, creating potential delays for funds that Congress has already approved through 2026. Hudson Valley housing nonprofits sounded the alarm on the funding changes, stating their residents faced a “return to homelessness” and total “chaos and uncertainty” due to the abrupt policy changes. Multiple states, including New York, sued HUD over the initial notice, which the agency subsequently rescinded. HUD has indicated it may reissue a proposal after mak… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-leads-letter-urging-treasury-review-spains-israel-boycott | Congresswoman Tenney Leads Letter Urging Treasury Review of Spain’s Israel Boycott Laws | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Claudia Tenney | T000478 | tenney.house.gov | tenney | https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today led a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urging a formal review of Spain’s recent anti-Israel boycott laws under Section 999 of the Internal Revenue Code, which governs foreign participation in unsanctioned international boycotts. This letter was signed by Representatives: Sheri Biggs (R-SC) Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA), C. Scott Franklin (R-FL), Harriet M. Hageman (R-WY), Brian Jack (R-GA), Nicholas A. Langworthy (R-NY), Michael V. Lawler (R-NY), Barry Moore (R-AL), Andy Ogles (R-TN), John Rose (R-TN), Derek, Schmidt (R-KS), Keith Self (R-TX), Jefferson Shreve (R-IN), Pete Stauber (R-MN), Daniel Webster (R-FL), Joe Wilson (R-SC), and Rudy Yakym III (R-IN) Spain enacted sweeping restrictions in October that prohibit arms trade with Israel and ban advertising of products originating from Judea and Samaria. These measures align with the global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement and risk discriminating against Israel while creating serious legal and economic consequences for U.S. companies operating abroad. Under Section 999, the Treasury Department is required to maintain a list of countries that require or encourage participation in international boycotts not sanctioned by the United States. Inclusion on this list triggers specific reporting requirements and safeguards U.S. businesses from unknowingly complying with discriminatory foreign laws. The letter urges the Treasury to evaluate whether Spain’s actions meet the statutory criteria for inclusion and to ensure U.S. law is enforced as intended. “Spain’s actions go beyond rhetoric and cross into formal economic discrimination against one of America’s closest allies,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “U.S. law mandates foreign governments that participate in or promote unsanctioned boycotts against Israel must be reviewed and held accountable. Section 999 exists to protect American businesses from being coerced into compliance with discriminatory policies and to ensure transparency… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-goldman-members-congress-win-relief-lawsuit-demanding-trump-administration | Rep. Goldman, Members Of Congress Win Relief in Lawsuit Demanding Trump Administration Allow Access to Immigration Detention Facilities | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | COURT DECISION PAVES WAY FOR GOLDMAN TO CONDUCT OVERSIGHT VISITS AT 26 FEDERAL PLAZA Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10) announced that he and 11 colleagues have successfully halted ICE’s unlawful policy of blocking members of Congress from conducting unannounced oversight visits to ICE facilities, including field offices. Members can now return to their lawful duties of inspecting immigration detention facilities to ensure the safety of detained individuals and compliance with federal law. The District Court opinion is a major win for the rule of law, Congress’s statutorily authorized oversight powers, and the protection of our immigrant communities. “For months, masked, unidentified ICE agents have detained law-abiding immigrants in inhumane and unconstitutional conditions, while DHS has repeatedly and unlawfully blocked me and other Members of Congress from inspecting these facilities, including in my district in New York City, I am pleased that the district court issued a sweeping ruling confirming our statutory right to conduct oversight,” said Rep. Goldman. “The fight to hold this administration accountable for its lawless immigration dragnet continues, but this is a step in the right direction. I will continue to use every tool available to uphold the rule of law and stop the Trump Administration from terrorizing our friends and neighbors.” Federal law (Sec. 527, FY2024 DHS Appropriations Act) allows Members of Congress to visit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sites where noncitizens are detained without having to provide prior notice. But over the course of this year, many Members of Congress have been stopped from their attempts to conduct oversight at these facilities. In response to questions about this, ICE officials announced a new policy requiring a seven-day waiting period and preventing entry to ICE field offices. On July 30, Rep. Goldman and eleven other individual Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sued the Trump–Vance administration, chal… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/17/leader-jeffries-ahead-of-vote-on-gop-healthcare-bill-republicans-need-to-bring-the-affordable-care-act-tax-credit-extension-bill-to-the-floor-today/ | LEADER JEFFRIES AHEAD OF VOTE ON GOP HEALTHCARE BILL: “REPUBLICANS NEED TO BRING THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION BILL TO THE FLOOR TODAY” | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor, emphasizing that House Republicans have a responsibility to join House Democrats in protecting Americans’ healthcare after he received 218 signatures on his discharge petition to extend the ACA tax credits for three years. LEADER JEFFRIES: For months now, Democrats have made clear that we have a broken healthcare system that Republicans continue to destroy.They’ve exacerbated our healthcare crisis month after month after month, including with the One Big Ugly Bill, largest cut to Medicaid in American history, ripping healthcare away from 14 million Americans. Hospitals, nursing homes and community-based health centers are closing all across the country, including in rural America, because of the Republican healthcare crisis. Republicans, Mr. Speaker, continue to attack the National Institute of Health, the Centers for Disease Control, the FDA and vaccine availability. Republicans have launched an all-out assault on the healthcare of the American people, and it continues today with this toxic piece of legislation that will rip healthcare away from an additional four million people and jam junk health insurance plans down the throats of the American people. Democrats are strongly opposed to this legislation, and the American people know Republicans have zero credibility on fighting to protect their healthcare. In this great country of ours, the wealthiest country in the history of the world, it should be the case, we believe, that access to high-quality healthcare should not simply be a privilege, available only to the wealthy, the well-off and the well-connected. Access to high-quality healthcare should be a right available to every single American, and that’s what House Democrats are continuing to fight hard to achieve.And one of the ways we can make sure that we strive to achieve that principle is to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits, which are scheduled to expire in 15 days. And that means that tens of millions of Americans, wor… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/17/leader-jeffries-statement-on-historic-lawsuit-ruling/ | LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON HISTORIC LAWSUIT RULING | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Know Your Immigration Rights If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes. Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. You do not have to open your door until you see a valid warrant to enter your home or search your belongings. Your right to remain silent: The Fifth Amendment protects your right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself. You are not required to share any personal information such as your place of birth, immigration status or criminal history. Always consult an attorney: You have a right to speak with an attorney. You do not have to sign anything or hand officials any documents without speaking to an attorney. Try to identify and consult one in advance. The New York City Office of Civil Justice and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) support a variety of free immigration legal services through local nonprofit legal organizations. To access these resources, dial 311 and say “Action NYC,” call the MOIA Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 800-354-0365 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or visit MOIA’s website. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5208 | Lawler Signs Additional Discharge Petition to Force Vote on Enhanced Premium Tax Credits | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. - 12/17/25… Today Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), released the following statement after signing a third discharge petition to force a vote on the House floor to extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits. “With House leadership refusing to bring any proposal to the floor, I am signing another discharge petition to force a vote and prevent higher health care costs for families in the Hudson Valley. Allowing the enhanced premium tax credits to expire would mean immediate premium hikes for working families, seniors, and small business owners in NY-17. This procedural step is not an endorsement of the bill written. I continue to believe any extension should be targeted, fiscally responsible, and include income eligibility limits and safeguards against fraud, similar to the bipartisan discussions underway in the Senate. But when leadership blocks action entirely, Congress has a responsibility to act. My priority is ensuring Hudson Valley families aren’t caught in the gridlock.” Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chairs. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5209 | Congressman Lawler Expands Definition of Professional Degrees in New Bill | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. - 12/17/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced the Professional Student Degree Act, a bill that amends the Higher Education Act to define “professional degree” and lists the graduate programs which meet the criteria. The Working Families Tax Cut legislation modified the annual federal student loan caps for students in graduate programs. The law caps traditional graduate education at $20,500 per year and $100,000 overall. But for graduate students seeking professional degrees, this limit is raised to $50,000 per year and $200,000 overall. It refers to an existing regulatory definition of “professional degree” to determine which programs qualify for which cap. To further clarify congressional intent, the Professional Student Degree Act, codifies the definition currently in regulation. It then adds to the existing list of examples to enumerate more programs that meet the standards set in the definition. In addition to programs already identified, the bill lists nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, ministry, social work, audiology, physician assistant, public health, business administration and management, accounting, architecture, secondary education, and special education. “Any degree that fits the specified criteria in the ‘professional degree’ definition should qualify for higher loan limits. For so many essential workers that need advanced degrees and licenses to simply do their job, it will make all the difference. The Professional Student Degree Act will ensure that students pursuing essential degrees such as nursing, social work, physical therapy, and more are able to access the full range of federal student loan benefits, just as their peers in other professional fields,” said Congressman Lawler. Endorsing organizations include: American Academy of Audiology, American Academy of Physician Associates, American Association of State Colleges and Universities, American Council on Education, American Institute of Architects, American Indian Higher Education Consorti… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-joe-morelle-honors-lucien-morin-house-representatives | CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE HONORS LUCIEN MORIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Joseph D. Morelle | M001206 | morelle.house.gov | morelle | https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (Washington, D.C.)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he delivered remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives in honor of Lucien Morin—an Army Veteran, Monroe County’s first elected county executive, a transformational leader for our community—who passed away in September at the age of 104. His remarks, available below, will appear in the Congressional Record. “I rise today to honor the remarkable life and legacy of Lucien A Morin who passed this year at age 104. Better known as Lou, he was a proud World War II veteran and the first elected Monroe County Executive. Lou was a Henrietta Town Justice who literally held court in his own home, served in the very first Monroe County Legislature, and as Monroe County Manager, and spent his entire life answering the call to serve. He brought practical wisdom and fairness to each role he took on and led with a spirit of collaboration and a belief that public service should uplift everyone. This was evident in his landmark Morin/Ryan legislation which strengthened the finances of Monroe County. Lou Morin leaves us a legacy of integrity and a deep faith in our community. It was an honor to know him and work with him. May we continue to carry his example forward.” Video footage is available and can be viewed here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/press-releases/ocasio-cortez-calls-out-pattern-corruption-behind-trump-and-republican-efforts | Ocasio-Cortez Calls Out Pattern of Corruption Behind Trump and Republican Efforts to Ban States from Regulating AI | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez | O000172 | ocasio-cortez.house.gov | ocasio-cortez | https://ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, during a hearing in the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) highlighted the pattern of corruption behind both Republicans’ efforts to pass a 10-year moratorium on state-level AI regulation and Trump’s Executive Order to block state-level AI legislation. Find Representative Ocasio-Cortez’s remarks as delivered below: Thank you, Mr. Chair and Ranking Member Clarke, and I want to thank our witnesses for offering their expertise today. Now, this is the seventh hearing we've had this year on the threats of AI. Yet our Congress has passed zero pieces of legislation to address the many, many legitimate concerns that have been raised regarding this issue. And, in fact, the Trump administration and Republicans in Congress this year are actually pushing the opposite. Instead of legislation regarding artificial intelligence, they have been trying multiple times to pass legislation that would actually end any regulation or rulemaking, particularly on the state level, to limit any oversight of AI at all. And because Republicans couldn't pass their ten-year ban on state AI regulations, Trump then went around and skirted Congress with his own executive order, trying to ban states from imposing any AI regulations at all, not just on biological activity, but, you know, through children's safety, through all sorts of different measures. And in fact, this is happening as AI chatbots are causing children to take their own lives, as AI data centers are skyrocketing electricity costs and polluting local communities. And as an overwhelming majority of Americans now worry that AI will take their jobs and leave them permanently unemployed. Doctor Havers, as a public health expert, is it safe to say that there are public health consequences of failing to regulate AI? Absolutely. I mean, we've heard from these three witnesses of the threat that failing to regulate AI has for generating novel, emerging pathog… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-pat-ryan-releases-initial-survey-results-impacts-trumps-massive | CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN RELEASES INITIAL SURVEY RESULTS ON IMPACTS OF TRUMP’S MASSIVE HEALTH CARE CUTS ON HUDSON VALLEY FAMILIES, ESCALATES FIGHT TO EXTEND LIFE-SAVING ACA TAX CREDITS | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Because of Trump and Congressional Republicans’ refusal to extend the ACA tax credits, families across the region are on track to get hit with a 185% increase in their insurance bills In October, Congressman Ryan launched a community survey asking Hudson Valley families if they’d received notice that their health insurance bills would be increasing; a whopping 77% answered “Yes”; more than half of those who cited a specific increase reported their bills were going up over 100% Ryan has been sounding the alarm on Trump’s massive cuts impacting Medicaid and the ACA, which are projected to kick 17 million Americans off their insurance and have already ripped coverage from more than 17,000 people in the Hudson Valley The release comes amid a looming ACA extension deadline and a refusal by the President or Republican leaders in either Congressional chamber to articulate a health care plan KINGSTON, NY – Today, Congressman Pat Ryan is releasing the results of his community survey focusing on the on-the-ground impacts of Trump and Congressional Republicans’ massive cuts to health care in the Hudson Valley. Of the nearly 1,000 respondents, 77% reported they’d already received notice that their health insurance bills would be increasing. Additionally, more than half of the respondents who provided specifics are seeing their bill double. Especially as the ACA extension deadline continues to approach and Republican leaders in the House, Senate, and White House refuse to articulate a health care plan, Ryan will be taking the community input directly to Washington to fight for the high quality, affordable health care Hudson Valley families deserve. Since the passage of President Trump’s so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill,” Ryan has been speaking out about massive cuts impacting Medicaid and the ACA, kicking 17 million Americans off their insurance – including up to 240,000 in the Hudson Valley – and causing premiums to skyrocket. Hardworking people across the Hudson Valley are starting down the barrel of a 185% price hike –… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-reintroduces-bipartisan-essential-caregivers-act-protect | Congresswoman Tenney Reintroduces Bipartisan Essential Caregivers Act to Protect Long-Term Care Residents | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Claudia Tenney | T000478 | tenney.house.gov | tenney | https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) reintroduced the House companion to the bipartisan, bicameral Essential Caregivers Act alongside Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), ensuring residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities are never again cut off from their loved ones during a public health emergency. This legislation is cosponsored in the House by Representatives: Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), John Larson (D-CT), Susie Lee (D-NV), Tracey Mann (R-KS), Cory Mills (R-FL), and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA). The Essential Caregivers Act guarantees that residents of long-term care facilities retain the right to in-person access to a designated essential caregiver even when visitation is otherwise restricted by emergency orders. The legislation responds directly to the devastating isolation experienced by seniors and individuals with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, when families were barred from providing basic care, advocacy, and emotional support. The bill also directs the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to establish clear, uniform safety guidelines so essential caregivers can continue providing care while protecting residents and staff. “During the COVID-19 pandemic, we experienced how dangerous and inhumane it is to isolate seniors and vulnerable patients from the people who care for them the most,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “Families were locked out, residents declined rapidly, and far too many suffered alone. The Essential Caregivers Act ensures that never happens again. Loved ones are not visitors. They are caregivers, advocates, and lifelines. This bipartisan legislation protects dignity, safeguards patient rights, and makes sure compassion and common sense guide our response during any future emergency.” “The Essential Caregivers Act ensures that the rights of residents in long-term care facilities are protected when a future public health crisis strikes,” said Senator Blumenthal. “By allowing at least one designated ess… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://tonko.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4508 | Tonko, Blumenthal Reintroduce Bill to Go After Cyber Grinch Bots Snatching Up Toys this Holiday Season | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Paul Tonko | T000469 | tonko.house.gov | tonko | https://tonko.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20), and U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), today reintroduced their Stopping Grinch Bots Act, legislation which cracks down on cyber Grinches using bot technology to buy up entire inventories of popular goods only to resell them at exorbitant prices. These third-party sellers use bots to bypass security measures and manipulate online sales systems to buy toys, leading to some toys being almost impossible to buy online or in stores at retail prices. Based on data from cybersecurity firm Imperva in its 2024 Bad Bot Report, bot-related hits on retail sites hit a record high last year, with almost 50 percent of internet traffic coming from non-human sources. These bots are also becoming increasingly sophisticated, using residential IP addresses and even AI to slip past security tools like CAPTCHAs, making this legislation more vital than ever. “This holiday shopping season, Americans across the country are scouring stores, sites, and shelves for the perfect gift for their kids and loved ones,” Congressman Tonko said. “With prices already surging, the last thing parents, families, and small businesses need is cyber bot technology seizing the most popular items to sell them at outrageous costs. That’s where our Stopping Grinch Bots Act comes in. Our bill levels the playing field to prevent scalpers from sucking hardworking parents dry this holiday season. I urge my colleagues to join in supporting this bill and help ensure Americans can spend their time this holiday season with their loved ones, not competing against Grinches.” “Grinch bots are squeezing holiday shoppers—automatically snapping up online inventory to resell popular products at predatory prices,” Senator Richard Blumenthal said. “Our measure blocks these bullying bots and gives parents a fair chance to buy gifts for loved ones at reasonable prices. By putting an end to bots’ holiday hijinks, our commonsense legislation will protect consumers, families, and small businesses from the cyber Grinches tr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://velazquez.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/velazquez-secures-major-wins-cooperative-housing-and-strengthens-public | Velázquez Secures Major Wins for Cooperative Housing and Strengthens Public Housing Oversight in New York | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Nydia M. Velázquez | V000081 | velazquez.house.gov | velazquez | https://velazquez.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) secured key provisions in H.R. 6644 the Housing for the 21st Century Act to expand access to affordable housing through cooperative ownership models while strengthening Congressional oversight to protect tenants in federally monitored public housing authorities. Velázquez successfully included targeted language in Sections 101, 405, 406, and 407 of the legislation to explicitly recognize housing cooperatives as eligible entities for federal housing programs and funding. These clarifying provisions added the term “cooperative(s)” where applicable, ensuring that cooperative housing developments are not excluded from participating in existing programs due to ambiguous statutory language. “Cooperative housing is one of the strongest tools we have to preserve long-term affordability and keep working families in their communities,” said Velázquez. “In a city like New York, where rising housing costs are driving displacement, cooperatives provide a resident-owned model that stabilizes neighborhoods and protects affordability from market pressures. The provisions I secured ensure cooperatives remain accessible, sustainable, and a central part of our affordable housing strategy.” Cooperative housing provides financially stable, resident-owned housing to more than 1.5 million families nationwide and remains a critical source of affordable homeownership and housing stability, in New York City. In addition to expanding cooperative housing, Velázquez secured new oversight and transparency requirements in Section 502 to strengthen accountability for public housing authorities overseen by a federal monitor or receiver. The provision responds directly to chronic maintenance issues at New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and the court-appointed federal monitor’s lack of coordination and collaboration with the city’s Congressional Delegation. This enhanced oversight ensures taxpayer dollars are being used effectively, residents’ needs are addressed, and lawmakers … | 1 | 2026-04-03T05:34:17Z | 2026-04-03T05:35:48Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-goldman-meng-lead-house-bipartisan-task-force-combating-antisemitism | Reps. Goldman, Meng Lead House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism Members in Letter to Australian Prime Minister Albanese Following Deadly Antisemetic Bondi Beach Attack | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Bipartisan letter reaffirms unwavering support for Australian Jewish community and calls on Australia to implement measures to combat rising antisemitism. WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Dan Goldman (D-NY), Grace Meng (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Dan Meuser (R-PA), Don Bacon (R-NE), Haley Stevens (D-MI), Marc Veasey (D-TX), Randy Weber (R-TX), Ted Lieu (D-CA), and Chris Smith (R-NJ), members of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, sent a letter to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reaffirming unwavering solidarity with the Australian Jewish community and calling on Australia to implement critical measures to combat antisemitism and protect the Jewish community following the deadly attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney. On the first night of Hanukkah, gunmen opened fire on a peaceful celebration, killing at least 15 people and wounding many others, including two police officers. The attack could have been deadlier had it not been for the courageous heroism of Ahmed al Ahmed, an Arab Muslim civilian who disarmed one of the attackers and was shot twice as a result. In the letter, the task force members write, “This act of antisemitic terrorism strikes at the heart of our shared democratic values and our mutual commitment to protecting religious freedom and keeping our citizens safe. Our deepest condolences are with the families of those murdered, and our prayers are with all those wounded and traumatized by this unconscionable violence.”’ This tragedy comes in the wake of rising antisemitism in Australia. Earlier this year, Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, Jillian Segal, released a comprehensive Plan to Combat Antisemitism in July 2025, containing 49 key actions designed to address this growing threat. The plan addresses antisemitism across multiple sectors, including education, universities, the Department of Home Affairs, media, online platforms, and public institutions. The letter urges the Australian government to utilize these recommendations and take … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/16/leader-jeffries-the-commonwealth-of-virginia-will-now-be-properly-represented-by-an-actual-patriot/ | LEADER JEFFRIES: “THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA WILL NOW BE PROPERLY REPRESENTED BY AN ACTUAL PATRIOT” | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries delivered remarks commemorating Barbara Rose Johns of Virginia, who led a two-week student protest in 1951 that led to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. A statue in her honor will now stand in place of Robert E. Lee in the US Capitol. LEADER JEFFRIES: It’s a high honor and a distinct privilege [to] celebrate the statue unveiling of Barbara Rose Johns, a trailblazer, freedom fighter and incredible champion for equality. She was born in New York City and spent her early childhood in the Big Apple—I had to get that in, y’all—before moving with her family to Prince Edward County, where she attended the segregated Moton High School in Farmville, Virginia. At just 16 years old, this courageous student took a stand and rallied hundreds of her classmates to walk out and not return for two weeks to protest the inadequate and intolerable conditions that they endured at their school. At the time, Moton High School was badly overcrowded, shabby equipment, no gymnasium, no science labs, poor heating and shaky ventilation. Eventually, an overflow space was constructed, but an overflow space consisting of three poorly-made tar paper shacks. It was a separate and unequal, toxic educational environment. After bringing these poor conditions to the attention of a teacher, Barbara was dismissively told, ‘Why don’t you do something about it?’ And that’s exactly what she did. In retelling the story, she recalled thinking to herself, ‘this is your moment, seize it.’ Barbara Johns rose to the occasion. The prophet writes in the book of Isaiah, the eleventh chapter, sixth verse, that ‘a child shall lead them.’ It’s a particularly fitting passage of Scripture now engraved in the statue that commemorates her iconic legacy. The school walkout that Barbara led on April 23, 1951 sparked the school desegregation movement that ultimately culminated in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision. Of the five cases that made it up to the Supreme Court, the V… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://meng.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/meng-goldman-lead-house-bipartisan-task-force-combating-antisemitism | MENG, GOLDMAN LEAD HOUSE BIPARTISAN TASK FORCE FOR COMBATING ANTISEMITISM MEMBERS IN LETTER TO AUSTRALIAN PRIME MINISTER ALBANESE FOLLOWING THE DEADLY ANTISEMITIC BONDI BEACH ATTACK | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Grace Meng | M001188 | meng.house.gov | meng | https://meng.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Reps. Grace Meng (D-NY), Dan Goldman (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Dan Meuser (R-PA), Don Bacon (R-NE), Haley Stevens (D-MI), Marc Veasey (D-TX), Randy Weber (R-TX), Ted Lieu (D-CA), and Chris Smith (R-NJ), members of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, sent a letter to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reaffirming their unwavering solidarity with the Australian Jewish community and calling on Australia to implement critical measures to combat antisemitism and protect the Jewish community following the deadly attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney. On the first night of Hanukkah, gunmen opened fire on a peaceful celebration, killing at least 15 people and wounding many others, including two police officers. The attack could have been deadlier had it not been for the courageous heroism of Ahmed al Ahmed, an Arab Muslim civilian who disarmed one of the attackers and was shot twice as a result. In the letter, the task force members write, “This act of antisemitic terrorism strikes at the heart of our shared democratic values and our mutual commitment to protecting religious freedom and keeping our citizens safe. Our deepest condolences are with the families of those murdered, and our prayers are with all those wounded and traumatized by this unconscionable violence.”’ This tragedy comes in the wake of rising antisemitism in Australia. Earlier this year, Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, Jillian Segal, released a comprehensive Plan to Combat Antisemitism in July 2025, containing 49 key actions designed to address this growing threat. The plan addresses antisemitism across multiple sectors, including education, universities, the Department of Home Affairs, media, online platforms, and public institutions. The letter urges the Australian government to utilize these recommendations and take steps to counter malign foreign influence from actors like Iran. The Congressmembers continue, “Given the horrific events that unfolded at Bondi Beach, we resp… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/press-releases/ocasio-cortez-denounces-trumps-immigration-overreach-house-floor | Ocasio-Cortez Denounces Trump’s Immigration Overreach on House Floor | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez | O000172 | ocasio-cortez.house.gov | ocasio-cortez | https://ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WATCH HERE In New York City, there are at least five publicly reported cases of K-12 student arrests, deporting children as young as six years old. Over 70 percent of people currently detained in detention facilities do not have a criminal record. Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) delivered the following remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives: “Mr. Speaker, President Trump ran on a promise to the American people that ICE would go after the “worst of the worst”. Well, we’re now coming up on a year of this presidency, and I want to talk to the folks at home who feel disillusioned by what ICE is doing in our country. Because what we have seen is that ICE is not overwhelmingly going after criminals. In fact, over 70 percent of people currently detained in detention facilities do not have a criminal record. So who are they going after? They are going after 6-year olds in my district. They are going after students and permanent residents for their political views. They are going after Americans born and raised in the United States. And time and time again, Trump has floated taking away citizenship from U.S. citizens based on their ethnicity. At every point, this administration has lied to us about ICE in America while some of the wealthiest actors in our country have tried to sell us a myth to defend it. Including private prison contractors. And that myth, that ideology, is that our immigrant neighbors are our enemies and more dangerous than us. And they sustain that myth, because if everybody believes it, they can get away with robbing all of us. I want to remind you where the real crime is. It’s in the oligarchs taking 170 billion dollars of our money from healthcare, and food assistance, and public programs - and taking that and funneling it into a secret police program. It’s the authoritarians trying to create a black box because once it is established, they can put political dissidence inside of it. But, their hatred is a story, a myth. And … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-pat-ryans-bipartisan-whole-milk-healthy-kids-act-passes-house | CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN’S BIPARTISAN “WHOLE MILK FOR HEALTHY KIDS ACT” PASSES HOUSE, ADVANCES TO PRESIDENT’S DESK TO BECOME LAW | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Legislation reverses more than a decade of flawed federal policy keeping healthy, nutrient-rich whole milk out of schools The bill, which Ryan has cosponsored since he first got to Congress, will allow flavored and unflavored whole milk to be offered in school cafeterias, providing essential nutrients to kids and supporting American dairy farmers WASHINGTON, DC – This week, the "Whole Milk for Health Kids Act," which Congressman Pat Ryan has co-sponsored since his first term in Congress, passed the House of Representatives. The bill passed through the Senate earlier this month and now goes to the President’s desk. “The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act takes on America’s growing food and nutrition-insecurity issues with school-aged children by expanding students’ access to the most popular, nutrient-rich types of milk in their school lunches,” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “I’ve been a proud cosponsor ever since I got to Congress, and am excited to help it pass the House. This bill is a win-win – it supports New York’s hardworking dairy farmers and helps promote healthy, balanced meals for American kids. I’ll keep pushing for the President to sign this landmark bill into law – for our kids, for our farmers, and for our future.” Schools participating in the United States Department of Agriculture’s school meals program have been advised against serving whole milk since 2012. The 2020-2025 DGAs reports kids aged 2-18 are largely missing their dairy intake recommendations, with upwards of 75% of all school-aged children missing their recommended levels of dairy. Updated scientific and medical research indicates higher fat milk consumption by children is associated with lower childhood obesity and other positive health outcomes. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act received overwhelmingly bipartisan support in the 118th Congress with 134 cosponsors in the House and 330 votes on the House floor. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://riley.house.gov/2025/12/16/congressman-riley-celebrates-house-passage-of-whole-milk-for-healthy-kids-act/ | Congressman Riley Celebrates House Passage of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Josh Riley | R000622 | riley.house.gov | riley | https://riley.house.gov/news/ | scraper | Bill Supports Upstate Dairy Farmers and Students WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Josh Riley (NY-19) helped deliver final congressional passage of the bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act (S.222), which has now passed both the House and the Senate and is headed to the President’s desk. Riley cosponsored the legislation to expand milk options in schools and strengthen a key, reliable market for Upstate New York dairy farmers. “In Upstate New York, our dairy farmers are the backbone of our economy. I am committed to doing everything I can to connect them with our local schools and communities,” said Rep. Riley. “I cosponsored the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act on day one, and am happy to see it pass the Senate and the House. Now, it’s time to send this bill to the President’s desk and deliver for Upstate’s dairy industry and students.” Watch Rep. Riley’s full remarks HERE. Why Schools Lost Access to Whole Milk — and Why It’s Time to Fix It: According to the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), whole and 2% milk were removed from school menus in 2012 under nutrition rules focused on cutting fat. Since then, updated research has shown that milk at all fat levels has a neutral or positive effect on children’s health. Despite the new science, the old rules stayed in place. That gap hurts farmers and students. Whole milk is a higher-value product, and with margins tighter than ever, farmers need predictable, stable buyers like our schools. And kids are more likely to drink whole milk—meaning better nutrition in the classroom and less waste in the cafeteria. When milk goes untouched, students lose out and farmers do too. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act brings federal policy in line with current science and simply gives local schools the option to offer whole milk again. It does not mandate what any school must serve. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act is supported by the New York State School Boards Association. Read Riley’s letter to Speaker Johnson HERE. Congressman Riley is committed to su… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://stefanik.house.gov/2025/12/stefanik-demands-federal-investigation-into-hochul-s-nys-doh-medicaid-mismanagement-as-north-country-hospitals-face-closure-following-funding-lapse | Stefanik Demands Federal Investigation into Hochul’s NYS DOH Medicaid Mismanagement as North Country Hospitals Face Closure Following Funding Lapse | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Elise M. Stefanik | S001196 | stefanik.house.gov | stefanik | https://stefanik.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi urgently requesting the Department of Justice (DOJ) to launch an immediate investigation into the New York State Department of Health (DOH) for potential mismanagement of federal Medicaid funds under Governor Kathy Hochul’s failed leadership, which has left rural hospitals on the brink of closure just weeks before Christmas, including North Star Health Alliance (NSHA) hospitals, Carthage Area Hospital, and Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center/Campus. “Seven million New Yorkers rely on Medicaid for healthcare services. North Star Health Alliance hospitals serve the geographically isolated St. Lawrence and Jefferson Counties, where Federal tax dollars support crucial programs for the surrounding population,” Stefanik wrote. “The closure of Ogdensburg's only acute care hospital would have devastating economic impacts on the region as well. North Star officials have informed my office that 1,700 jobs are threatened in the event that the state forces a closure by not releasing funds owed.” She continued, writing, “Additionally, North Star Health Alliance's hospitals and affiliates form a critical, integrated healthcare network that directly supports Fort Drum, home of the United States Army 10th Mountain Division.” “Governor Hochul has long used our taxpayers’ Medicaid contributions like a personal slush fund for her own benefit. The State’s refusal to release promised funding and resolve procedural delays is manufacturing a crisis that threatens the health, economy, and security of the North Country,” she concluded. Stefanik requests that the DOJ investigate the following to quantify the funds owed and expose DOH’s willful systemic issues: Claims Volume Shortfall: What was the shortfall in claims volume during February-April 2024, the period during and immediately following the cyberattack, versus expected Medicaid managed-care encounter volume? Payment Lag Time: What w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://stefanik.house.gov/2025/12/stefanik-ny-house-republican-delegation-urge-hochul-to-veto-detrimental-anti-100-foot-rule-legislation-that-would-gut-energy-affordability-and-grid-reliability | Stefanik, NY House Republican Delegation Urge Hochul to Veto Detrimental Anti-100 Foot Rule Legislation that Would Gut Energy Affordability and Grid Reliability | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Elise M. Stefanik | S001196 | stefanik.house.gov | stefanik | https://stefanik.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21), Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, along with Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Congressman Nick LaLota (NY-01), Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02), Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24), and Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY-11) sent a letter to New York Governor Kathy Hochul urging her to veto bill S8417 (Krueger)/A8888 (Simon) currently on the Governor's desk that seeks to eliminate New York's longstanding "100-foot rule" for natural gas hookups to residential homes and commercial buildings. "The elimination of the "100-foot rule" is a direct and damaging blow to Upstate New York families who are already bearing the weight of surging costs from your war on affordable energy. Forcing future homeowners to shoulder the full material and installation costs for connecting to natural gas service with costs that are up to $14,000 per home will only worsen the state’s ongoing housing crisis and make the American Dream of home ownership less attainable for New Yorkers," the lawmakers wrote. "That is precisely why members of the New York delegation support protecting the right of consumers and businesses to access reliable and affordable energy with the passage of H.R. 3699, the Energy Choice Act, in the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee,"they added. Stefanik and the New York delegation posed the following questions and requests to Hochul, pressing her on her support for this detrimental legislation: How can you justify imposing an effective tax of up to $14,000 on new homeowners by eliminating the 100-foot rule, especially when combined with other out of touch state mandates that are already making housing unaffordable? What specific, independently verified steps is the state taking to immediately bolster grid capacity and resilience to manage the increased demand from rapid, politically-driven electrification without compromising the reliability warnings issued by the NYISO? Do you support the p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-highlights-restoration-new-york-counterterrorism-funding-homeland | Garbarino Highlights Restoration of New York Counterterrorism Funding at Homeland Security Hearing | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Andrew R. Garbarino | G000597 | garbarino.house.gov | garbarino | https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — During a House Homeland Security Committee hearing last week, Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) highlighted the full restoration of $187 million in critical counterterrorism grant funding to New York. Garbarino emphasized the importance of continued federal support for the nation’s top terrorism target. Chairman Garbarino referenced the Trump administration’s decision to restore funding through the State Homeland Security Grant Program after earlier proposed reductions, ensuring New York City and the surrounding region retain the resources necessary to protect critical infrastructure and strengthen emergency preparedness. “As a proud New Yorker and Chairman of the Homeland Security Committee, protecting New York’s security is a top priority,” Garbarino said. “I appreciate Secretary Noem’s engagement and President Trump’s decision to fully restore this funding. New York’s counterterrorism capabilities are essential not just for our state, but for our national homeland security mission.” Garbarino reaffirmed that New York’s experience and leadership in counterterrorism and intelligence coordination continue to play a vital role in keeping communities across the country safe. ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/15/leader-jeffries-the-republican-legislation-that-will-be-on-the-floor-this-week-does-nothing-to-keep-healthcare-affordable/ | LEADER JEFFRIES: “THE REPUBLICAN LEGISLATION THAT WILL BE ON THE FLOOR THIS WEEK DOES NOTHING TO KEEP HEALTHCARE AFFORDABLE” | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference with Whip Katherine Clark, where they made clear that Democrats are the only ones committed to driving down the high cost of living and fixing the Republican healthcare crisis that is devastating everyday Americans across the country. LEADER JEFFRIES: In just two weeks, tens of millions of Americans are going to experience dramatically-increased health insurance premiums because of the Republican refusal to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits. From the very beginning, Republicans have made their intentions clear. They don’t want to see the Affordable Care Act tax credits extended because they don’t support providing affordable healthcare to everyday Americans. The Republican legislation that will be on the floor this week does nothing to keep healthcare affordable for everyday Americans and they know it, which is why there’s an internal revolt amongst House Republicans, who apparently can’t even get an amendment made in order that would extend the tax credits that are about to expire. There are 214 Democrats who have signed a discharge petition that would force an up-or-down vote on extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits to make sure that tens of millions of Americans don’t experience increased health insurance premiums that will prevent them from being able to go see a doctor when they need one. All we need are four House Republicans to join us. There are 220 of them. All we need are four, and we can extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits in a straightforward fashion, in a manner that we know also has a bipartisan majority in the United States Senate as was just demonstrated last week. The bills that are going to be on the floor this week, put forward by House Republican leadership, do nothing to lower the high cost of living. They believe, these Republican extremists, that the affordability issue is a hoax. It’s not a hoax. It’s very real. The economy has gotten worse under Donald Trump’s policies. Life has become more ex… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-bipartisan-whole-milk-healthy-kids-act-cosponsored-representative | House Passes Bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act Cosponsored by Representative Mannion that Supports Nutritious Meals for Students and NY-22 Dairy Farmers | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | John W. Mannion | M001231 | mannion.house.gov | mannion | https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today announced the House’s passage of the bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, legislation he cosponsored to expand access to milk options produced by local farmers in schools. Mannion voted for the bill in the Education and the Workforce Committee and again on the House floor. The bill now moves to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) said, “As a teacher for almost thirty years, I saw firsthand how proper nutrition supports student success. In the State Senate, I helped establish New York’s free school meals program, and I carry that mission with me in Congress. I proudly cosponsored and voted for the bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act to help students learn, grow stronger, and expand the bottom line for NY-22 dairy farmers. This legislation allows schools the flexibility to offer milk that kids want to drink, supports local dairy industries across the country, and gives our students the diets they need to thrive in the classroom.” Since 2012, federal regulations have prohibited schools from serving whole milk, leading to a significant decline in school milk consumption. Between 2014 and 2016, schools served 213 million fewer half-pints of milk, despite rising public school enrollment. Today, children over the age of four are not meeting the recommended daily dairy intake as outlined in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans—a concerning trend given the well-documented benefits of milk consumption, including stronger bone health, lower blood pressure, and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act does not require schools to change the milk they serve, but rather gives local schools more options to purchase whole milk from local dairy farmers, ensuring that school meal programs can be tailored to meet students’ nutritional needs and preferences. Additionally, the bill provides more options for students with dietary restrictions. In the New … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-pat-ryan-secures-troop-pay-raise-quality-life-and-healthcare | CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN SECURES TROOP PAY RAISE, QUALITY OF LIFE AND HEALTHCARE IMPROVEMENTS AT WEST POINT, AND DELIVERS ON VITAL HUDSON VALLEY PRIORITIES IN HOUSE-PASSED BIPARTISAN NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Last week, Congressman Pat Ryan helped pass the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) through the House, delivering on several key priorities for US troops, West Point cadets and faculty, and the entire Hudson Valley community Among Ryan’s key provisions are a 3.8% pay raise for our troops and $1.5 billion for new construction of barracks, dormitories, housing, and child development centers The NDAA also includes new protections for Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) – including Keller Army Community Hospital at West Point – previously facing significant downsizing by the Trump Administration WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, Congressman Pat Ryan helped pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) through the House of Representatives, delivering key wins for US troops, West Point cadets and faculty, and the entire Hudson Valley community. Among Ryan’s key provisions are a 3.8% pay raise for our troops and $1.5 billion for new construction of barracks, dormitories, housing, and child development centers. The NDAA also includes new protections for Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) – including Keller Army Community Hospital at West Point – previously facing significant downsizing by the Trump Administration. “I fought tooth and nail to deliver for Hudson Valley families and for our country in this year’s NDAA. I’m especially proud of the new protections I secured for Keller – where I got care myself as a cadet – to ensure that our cadets, servicemembers, and the entire West Point community have access to the absolute best health care.” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “We secured some major wins for our troops, including a pivotal military pay raise – providing our servicemembers and their families the pay and peace of mind they deserve – as well as record-breaking investments in quality of life and barracks improvements for cadets and servicemembers, including at West Point. Equally important are our wins at Stewart Air National Guard Base – bolstering our effort to clean up harmful forever chemi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://stefanik.house.gov/2025/12/stefanik-champions-house-passage-of-whole-milk-for-healthy-kids-act | Stefanik Champions House Passage of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Elise M. Stefanik | S001196 | stefanik.house.gov | stefanik | https://stefanik.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, celebrated the passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act on the House floor. This bill allows school cafeterias to serve flavored and unflavored whole milk. "For the past decade, I have worked with constituents, parents, kids, families, and dairy farmers to expand children’s access to whole and flavored milk in schools to deliver nutritious and healthy dairy products to help children grow and develop. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act empowers schools to offer flavored and unflavored whole, reduced-fat, low-fat, and fat-free milk offering kids a variety of healthy dairy choices in the cafeteria. This is a significant result of over a decade of hard work - I have been proud to co-lead and champion this legislative effort. A special thanks to Assemblyman Chris Tague and local advocates for helping to get this done!" said Stefanik. Background | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://latimer.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-latimer-colleagues-send-letter-treasury-and-dhs-potential-tariff-refunds | Rep. Latimer, Colleagues Send Letter to Treasury and DHS on Potential Tariff Refunds for Small Businesses | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | George Latimer | L000606 | latimer.house.gov | latimer | https://latimer.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – U.S. Representative George Latimer (NY-16) led 20 of his colleagues in sending a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem expressing concern over the preparedness of the Departments of Treasury and Homeland Security to handle the large influx of protests likely to be filed in the event the United States Supreme Court determines that tariffs imposed by President Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) are illegal. The letter also calls on both departments to immediately dedicate sufficient resources and personnel ahead of the Court’s decision, with a focus on aiding America’s small businesses and sparing them irreparable financial damage resulting from the termination of this policy. The letter reads “In light of what is truly an emergency, we respectfully ask that the Departments commence with preparing for the deluge of protests likely to ensue upon the Court’s decision. We urge that sufficient staffing and resources be allocated for the efficient intake, processing, hearing and determination of protests against tariffs imposed under the Executive Order and subsequently determined unlawful, with the aim of providing tariff refunds on an expedited basis to all eligible petitioners. We also ask that a wide-reaching informational campaign be quickly implemented by the Departments targeted to American small businesses so that they may have all the resources available to enable them to navigate the complexity of the protest process without the disadvantage of lacking the resources of a large company. Finally, we offer as members of Congress our engagement to work collectively with you to help see the American small business sector - its owners and employees - through this crisis, and to ensure that this unfortunate episode is resolved and never repeated again.” Rep. Latimer was joined in this letter by Small Business Committee Ranking Member Nydia Velazquez and Representatives Barragán, Carson, Cisneros, Yvette Clarke, Conaw… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:31:39Z |
| https://latimer.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-latimer-bresnahan-introduce-legislation-prevent-bridge-strikes-large | Reps. Latimer, Bresnahan Introduce Legislation to Prevent Bridge Strikes by Large Trucks | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | George Latimer | L000606 | latimer.house.gov | latimer | https://latimer.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman George Latimer (D-NY) and Congressman Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (R-PA) introduced the Bridges Not Bumpers Act of 2025, bipartisan legislation to tackle the issue of bridge strikes by large trucks and commercial motor vehicles. Throughout the country, highways and local roads with low clearance bridges are vulnerable to strikes by large trucks. Too often, commercial drivers have a lack of awareness of their vehicle’s size when driving on roads with low clearance bridges. This problem is exacerbated by our increased reliance on GPS systems, many of which are not designed to consider vehicle size on roadways meant solely for passenger vehicles. In Pennsylvania, there were more than 600 strikes to bridges and other overhead structures between 2013 and 2023. In New York, there were 350 bridge strikes in 2024 alone, usually involving large truck operators failing to recognize warning signs or vehicle height. However, these strikes are preventable. “Bridge strikes by large trucks are preventable and are a real problem in the New York metropolitan area,” said Congressman Latimer. “They strain local governments who often bear the financial burden of fixing damaged bridges or redesigning infrastructure to prevent future strikes. They also burden local law enforcement who must divert resources to remove trucks from under bridges and redirect traffic to alternative routes. In the past, I made eliminating bridgestrikes a priority and worked closely with state and local officials to find solutions. I am proud to continue that work as a member of the House of Representatives and working across the aisle with Rep. Bresnahan to get this done.” “Too many local bridges in NEPA are already in rough shape, the last thing they need is trucks driving into them,” said Congressman Bresnahan. “When these crashes happen, it is our local communities that get stuck having to shuffle transportation dollars away from other much-needed projects just to fix the damage. The Bridges Not Bumpers Act will use mod… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:31:39Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/14/leader-jeffries-statement-on-antisemitic-terrorist-attack-in-australia/ | LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON ANTISEMITIC TERRORIST ATTACK IN AUSTRALIA | 2025-12-14 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Know Your Immigration Rights If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes. Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. You do not have to open your door until you see a valid warrant to enter your home or search your belongings. Your right to remain silent: The Fifth Amendment protects your right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself. You are not required to share any personal information such as your place of birth, immigration status or criminal history. Always consult an attorney: You have a right to speak with an attorney. You do not have to sign anything or hand officials any documents without speaking to an attorney. Try to identify and consult one in advance. The New York City Office of Civil Justice and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) support a variety of free immigration legal services through local nonprofit legal organizations. To access these resources, dial 311 and say “Action NYC,” call the MOIA Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 800-354-0365 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or visit MOIA’s website. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/12/leader-jeffries-on-cnn-all-we-need-are-four-republicans-to-join-us/ | LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: “ALL WE NEED ARE FOUR REPUBLICANS TO JOIN US” | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN News Central, where he made clear that Democrats will continue to fight to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits and find bipartisan common ground where possible to make life better for everyday Americans. JOHN BERMAN: Alright, with us now is the House Democratic Leader, Hakeem Jeffries. Congressman, thanks so much for being with us. Those words from the President overnight aside, the reality of where Congress is right now is that the government was shut down for 43 days, and all Democrats really got out of it was this vote yesterday in the Senate that went nowhere. So was it worth it? LEADER JEFFRIES: Well, Donald Trump and Republicans made the decision to shut down the government as part of their my-way-or-the-highway approach. As Democrats, we just made clear, we’ll work together with our Republican colleagues, sit down, talk about the things that need to happen for the American people, anytime, anyplace. We repeatedly made that clear. But we also made clear we were not going to support a partisan spending bill that continued to gut the healthcare of the American people and failed to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits when tens of millions of Americans are now about to experience dramatically-increased health insurance premiums. That’s totally unacceptable. JOHN BERMAN: You talk about needing to sit down and talk, somewhat the need to compromise there. There are two measures now, two discharge petitions, bipartisan, that would extend Obamacare subsidies one by one year, we just heard from Democratic Congressman Josh Gottheimer on that. Another would extend them by two years, again which has bipartisan support. Why not throw Democratic leadership strength behind one of those two efforts? LEADER JEFFRIES: As Democrats, when we reconvene early next week, we’ll sit down, we’ll have a conversation to look at the options that are in front of us. One option we know is that 214 Members of the House of Representatives support our petition t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/12/leader-jeffries-the-american-people-are-rejecting-republican-extremism-and-embracing-our-focus-on-driving-down-the-high-cost-of-living/ | LEADER JEFFRIES: “THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE REJECTING REPUBLICAN EXTREMISM AND EMBRACING OUR FOCUS ON DRIVING DOWN THE HIGH COST OF LIVING” | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he reiterated that while Republicans continue their extreme go-it-alone approach, Democrats remain committed to lowering the high cost of living, cleaning up corruption and fixing the GOP healthcare crisis, starting with extending the ACA tax credits. LEADER JEFFRIES: There are only five legislative days left before the Affordable Care Act tax credits expire. And we have yet to see a Republican plan to prevent tens of millions of Americans from experiencing dramatically-increased premiums, co-pays and deductibles. We know that premium increases in some cases will be $1,000 or $2,000 per month. This is going to make healthcare unaffordable for millions of working class Americans, middle class Americans and everyday Americans. And yet Republicans are continuing to bury their heads in the sand, completely and totally uninterested in finding common ground to make life better for the American people, in this instance by extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits. House Democrats remain ready, willing and able to sit down with our Republican colleagues anytime, anyplace and anywhere in order to enact a bipartisan agreement that protects the healthcare of tens of millions of Americans, to fix our broken healthcare system and to deal with the Republican healthcare crisis decisively, which is crushing the American people. But Republicans continue to pursue a my-way-or-the-highway approach, which has gotten them nowhere this year, and it’s consistently hurt the American people. All across the country, we are seeing Republican extremism being rejected, most recently in the city of Miami, a city that is more than 70% Latino, in a county, Miami-Dade, that Donald Trump just won in 2024. And a year later, a Democrat was elected as Mayor of Miami for the first time in nearly three decades by 20 points. And yet Republicans continue to ignore the reality that is unfolding all across the country. The American people are rejecting your extremism and e… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-joe-morelle-fights-safeguard-americans-right-vote | CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE FIGHTS TO SAFEGUARD AMERICANS’ RIGHT TO VOTE | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Joseph D. Morelle | M001206 | morelle.house.gov | morelle | https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (Washington, D.C.)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle, the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, announced he participated in a Subcommittee on Elections hearing titled “Examining Potential Updates to the NVRA.” Morelle reiterated that any changes to the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) must be focused on removing barriers to the ballot box, not adding more. “President Trump and his allies have made clear they’re not interested in fair elections. They want control so they can game the system and put their finger on the scale,” said Congressman Joe Morelle. “Adding new barriers to voter registration is just the latest tactic in their efforts to cheat Americans of their right to vote. I’m committed to ensuring that any changes to the NVRA strengthen access and protect every eligible American’s right to register.” This hearing comes as President Trump’s Department of Justice seeks voter rolls from states and House Republicans continue to try to make it harder for eligible Americans to register to vote. Earlier this year, the President also issued an executive order that would obstruct, disrupt, and sow unfounded doubt into our elections. Video footage of Congressman Morelle’s remarks from the hearing can be found here. Full footage of the hearing is also available here. To learn more about Congressman Morelle’s work as Lead Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, visit the committee’s website here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-natural-resources-committee-dems-uncover-puerto-rico-tax-break-ultra | House Natural Resources Committee Dems Uncover Puerto Rico Tax Break for Ultra-Rich Could Cost American Taxpayers Millions | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez | O000172 | ocasio-cortez.house.gov | ocasio-cortez | https://ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | New GAO Report finds Tax Break Provides Little Evidence of Economic Benefit for Puerto Rico Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Ranking Member Jared Huffman (CA-02) and Representatives Nydia Velázquez (NY-07) and Ritchie Torres (NY-15) released a Government Accountability Office report exposing how special tax breaks for the wealthy are costing the rest of American taxpayers “hundreds of millions of dollars per year” with little evidence they’re delivering economic benefits to the people of Puerto Rico. “The GAO's findings show that wealthy mainland Americans are using Act 60 to avoid paying hundreds of millions of dollars in federal taxes per year without actually residing in Puerto Rico. Not only is this policy driving up wealth inequality on the island, it is also stealing valuable federal tax revenue used to fund Social Security, Medicare, and other essential federal programs out of American’s pockets. I urge the IRS to implement the recommendations in this report and crack down on the severe level of abuse driven by Act 60 and the wealthy who profit from it,” said Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. “While families across Puerto Rico struggle to make ends meet, millionaires and billionaires are swooping in to exploit the island as a personal tax shelter,” said Ranking Member Huffman. “This watchdog report confirms exactly what we've suspected: these tax breaks are draining hundreds of millions in federal revenue while delivering next to nothing for Puerto Rico's working families. And thanks to Trump gutting the IRS, there's barely anyone left to check if these wealthy transplants are even playing by the rules and meeting the basic residency requirements to justify these tax breaks, let alone contributing to the community. The people of Puerto Rico deserve real investment and economic opportunities that lift up families, not a rigged system that lets the ultra-rich dodge their taxes on the island's back.” In 2023, House Natural Resources Committee Democrats aske… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-pat-ryan-introduces-repair-infrastructure-act-repair-expand-and | CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN INTRODUCES “REPAIR INFRASTRUCTURE ACT” TO REPAIR, EXPAND, AND ENHANCE CRITICAL HUDSON VALLEY INFRASTRUCTURE | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Ryan’s “Restoring Essential Public Access and Improving Resilient (REPAIR) Infrastructure Act” renews and increases funding for the Reconnecting Communities Program; without this legislation, the program originally funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will expire The Reconnecting Communities Program (RCP) helps reconnect communities separated by ill-conceived transportation and infrastructure barriers, ensuring our neighborhoods are vibrant, safe, and accessible for Hudson Valley families Kingston was awarded an RCP planning and design grant this year to reconfigure US Route 9-W, which bisects the city, cutting off community access for residents and limiting transportation options WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Pat Ryan introduced the “Restoring Essential Public Access and Improving Resilient (REPAIR) Infrastructure Program Act.” The bill would reauthorize and expand the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Reconnecting Communities Program as the REPAIR Infrastructure Program. The program works to help reconnect communities separated by ill-conceived transportation and infrastructure barriers, ensuring more neighborhoods are vibrant, safe, and accessible for Hudson Valley families. Kingston was awarded an RCP planning and design grant this year to reconfigure US Route 9-W, which bisects the community. This grant funding will ease mobility for Kingston residents and bring new housing and economic opportunities throughout the current 9-W corridor. The legislation is led by Senators Lisa Blunt Rochester, Jeff Merkley, and Raphael Warnock in the Senate, and is co-led by Congressman Shomari Figures in the House. “Hudson Valley families and commuters deserve cohesive, safe neighborhoods, connected to good schools, high-paying jobs, and local businesses. That’s exactly what my bill does, ” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “Whether it's improving the safety of a dangerous highway crossing, like 9-W in Kingston, working to prevent pedestrian and cyclist deaths at roadway intersections, or maki… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressmen-ryan-and-wittmans-defense-modernization-caucus-delivers-critical | CONGRESSMEN RYAN AND WITTMAN’S “DEFENSE MODERNIZATION CAUCUS” DELIVERS CRITICAL WINS FOR DEFENSE INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN NDAA | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) and Congressman Pat Ryan (D-NY), founding co-chairs of the House Defense Modernization Caucus (HDMC), voted in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. The legislation included key wins that accelerate defense innovation and modernization efforts at the Pentagon, including strengthening counter-unmanned aerial systems capabilities, empowering the defense innovation ecosystem through the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), Office of Strategic Capital (OSC), and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), prioritizing commercial solutions, and enabling more seamless collaboration between industry and the Department. “This NDAA made significant strides to modernize our defense acquisition system and industrial base. By streamlining processes that enable better collaboration with innovative defense firms and prioritizing a software-first approach to developing new systems, we are expanding the field for innovative ideas and solutions that give our forces the capabilities they need, when they need them. This legislation represents our commitment as co-chairs of the House Defense Modernization Caucus to pursuing innovative solutions to how the Department fields new technologies, and I look forward to seeing it signed into law.” – Rep. Rob Wittman “I’m damn proud to be an American today. Not only did the DMC help deliver a historic NDAA whose main focus was acquisition reform; we also secured a number of provisions directly focused on removing barriers to entry for small and non-traditional companies, driving the Pentagon to take a software-centric approach, and advancing crucial c-UAS capabilities,” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “Our mission is simple: develop the tools our warfighters need to succeed, and deliver them at the speed of combat. I want to thank Congressman Wittman for his continued partnership. Stay tuned – the push for making the FY27 NDAA the most disruptive in history starts now.” Co-chairs Wittman and Ry… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://stefanik.house.gov/2025/12/stefanik-joins-president-trump-with-legendary-miracle-on-ice-hockey-team-in-oval-office-ceremony-after-passing-law-to-honor-1980-team-usa-with-congressional-gold-medal | Stefanik Joins President Trump with Legendary Miracle on Ice Hockey Team in Oval Office Ceremony After Passing Law to Honor 1980 Team USA with Congressional Gold Medal | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Elise M. Stefanik | S001196 | stefanik.house.gov | stefanik | https://stefanik.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, joined President Trump for an Oval Office ceremony to present members of the historic 1980 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team with Congressional Gold Medals in recognition of their remarkable achievement at the 1980 Olympic Winter Games in Lake Placid, New York, following passage of Stefanik's and Rep. Pete Stauber's (R-MN) Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act. At the ceremony, Stefanik thanked President Trump and expressed how "meaningful" the event was for her constituents. Watch her remarks here. "Today's inspiring Oval Office ceremony is a culmination of years of legislative effort to honor the legendary 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Hockey Team with Congressional Gold Medals. I was proud to co-lead this bill in Congress with my colleague Congressman Pete Stauber to honor these incredible Americans. Lake Placid in New York's 21st Congressional District is home to the famed Miracle on Ice game that was one of the most significant moments in sports history and even more important in 20th century world history. Thank you to the legendary team that earned its place in U.S. history with an extraordinary underdog victory that embodied the triumph, grit, and determination of the American spirit during the Cold War," said Stefanik. In September, the House passed Stefanik's Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act to award today's Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the historic 1980 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team. Stefanik’s original legislation was reintroduced in April 2025 by Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN) and co-led by Stefanik in the House. The legislation designates three Congressional Gold Medals to be awarded to members of the team. These medals will be placed in three prominent locations: the Lake Placid Olympic Center in Lake Placid, NY; the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in Eveleth, MN; and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs, CO. These sites will serve as enduring symb… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://stefanik.house.gov/2025/12/stefanik-jordan-launch-probe-of-hochul-admin-demand-termination-of-nys-funding-for-ccp-linked-orgs-as-governor-s-former-aide-and-alleged-chinese-spy-faces-corruption-charges | Stefanik, Jordan Launch Probe of Hochul Admin, Demand Termination of NYS Funding for CCP-Linked Orgs as Governor's Former Aide and Alleged Chinese Spy Faces Corruption Charges | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Elise M. Stefanik | S001196 | stefanik.house.gov | stefanik | https://stefanik.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, along with Congressman Jim Jordan, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, sent a letter to New York Governor Kathy Hochul citing concern of widespread political interference in her state's administration, warning that New York has become the national epicenter for Communist China's election interference, political intimidation, and systemic violations of the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), among others. "Last year, your own former deputy chief of staff, Linda Sun, was indicted by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for acting as an unregistered agent of the People’s Republic of China during her employment with you, along with other charges including conspiracy to defraud the United States and wire fraud. A statement issued by the IRS-Counter Intelligence New York Special Agent in Charge asserts, 'Not only did Sun allegedly use Chinese money and her influence in New York State to benefit the Chinese government, it is further alleged that she used her position to steer multi-million-dollar contracts to companies controlled by family members and friends,'" the lawmakers wrote. As a senior Member of House Leadership and as Chairman of the Committee on the Judiciary, Stefanik and Jordan requested that Hochul's administration: Terminate all state funding and special tax-exempt privileges to nonprofits with verified ties to the CCP or its proxies; Fully cooperate with federal investigations into FARA, Foreign Missions Act, and Internal Revenue Code violations; Conduct a top-down review of all political appointees and staff for conflicts of interest with the CCP and other foreign countries; Provide us with documentation regarding the criteria your administration uses to award state grants or access to elected officials; and Provide us with documentation regarding the enforcement actions taken by your administration to mitigate the threat of CCP malign influence and interference activities in New York. Last week, St… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://gillen.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-gillen-rep-van-drew-introduce-bipartisan-bill-expand-access-defibrillators | Rep. Gillen, Rep. Van Drew Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Defibrillators in Transportation Facilities | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Laura Gillen | G000602 | gillen.house.gov | gillen | https://gillen.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Representative Laura Gillen (D-NY-04) and Representative Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ-02), members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, announced the release of H.R.5897, the Public Access to Defibrillation in Transportation Facilities Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill would fund Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) placement in transportation hubs such as airports, train stations and highway rest stops. “Each year, tens of thousands of Americans suffer sudden cardiac arrest in public spaces. By making sure AEDs are on hand in busy transportation hubs across America, we can save lives,” said Representative Gillen. “I’m proud to lead this bipartisan, commonsense effort to make this lifesaving defibrillation technology more accessible and available.” “Every second counts when someone experiences cardiac arrest. This legislation ensures that life-saving AEDs are available and accessible in the places where Americans travel every day,” said Representative Van Drew. “Expanding AED access in our nation’s transportation facilities will save lives and strengthen our emergency preparedness across state lines.” "Defibrillators save lives, and every second counts in an emergency. That’s why it’s so important to raise awareness about having lifesaving equipment in public spaces and honor Robbie’s legacy by helping others and preventing tragedies," said Jill Levine, Co-Founder of the Robbie Levine Foundation. "I’m grateful for Congresswoman Gillen’s bipartisan leadership on this bill, which will make AEDs more accessible in public places and save lives.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-rep-goldman-pushes-dhs-secretary-kristi-noem-admit-dhs-violating-law | WATCH: Rep. Goldman Pushes DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to Admit DHS is Violating the Law | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Goldman: “...You can’t just decide that you’re not going to follow the law, and asylum is a law, and deport people who have ongoing applications. Unfortunately, that is exactly what’s happening.” Watch the Video of the Exchange HERE Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10) cross-examined U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem over DHS’s efforts to deport immigrants who are lawfully seeking asylum in the United States. For the past several months, DHS has continuously targeted individuals attending their routine immigration court hearings who are actively pursuing lawful pathways to migrate to the United States. A rush transcript of Rep. Goldman’s committee remarks are below: Rep. Goldman: Secretary Noem, let’s talk about the law. Do you agree that asylum is a lawful pathway to immigrate to this country, yes or no? Secretary Noem: There’s an asylum program, yes in place… Rep. Goldman: Alright, so immigrants then, with ongoing asylum applications are legally in this country, correct? Secretary Noem: Excuse me, I’m sorry, your question was? Rep. Goldman: Immigrants with ongoing asylum applications are legally in this country? Secretary Noem: There are individuals in this country that have applications, that… Rep. Goldman: And they are legally here because it’s a lawful pathway right? Secretary Noem: It’s a lawful pathway. Rep. Goldman: Ok, so if your department then deports anyone with an ongoing asylum application, you are violating the law, correct? Secretary Noem: Joe Biden left us with… Rep. Goldman: I’m not asking you about Joe Biden, I’m asking a specific question. If your department deports anyone with an ongoing asylum application, you are violating the law, is that correct? Secretary Noem: It was greatly violated when they allowed… Rep. Goldman: I’m asking you, I’m asking you. Secretary Noem: …granted asylum applicants Rep. Goldman: Why are you filibustering, why can’t you answer the question? It’s a simple question. Secretary Noem: Your pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/11/joint-leadership-statement-on-motion-to-table-h-res-939/ | JOINT LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON MOTION TO TABLE H.RES.939 | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Know Your Immigration Rights If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes. Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. You do not have to open your door until you see a valid warrant to enter your home or search your belongings. Your right to remain silent: The Fifth Amendment protects your right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself. You are not required to share any personal information such as your place of birth, immigration status or criminal history. Always consult an attorney: You have a right to speak with an attorney. You do not have to sign anything or hand officials any documents without speaking to an attorney. Try to identify and consult one in advance. The New York City Office of Civil Justice and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) support a variety of free immigration legal services through local nonprofit legal organizations. To access these resources, dial 311 and say “Action NYC,” call the MOIA Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 800-354-0365 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or visit MOIA’s website. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/11/leader-jeffries-floor-remarks-ahead-of-bipartisan-passage-of-protect-americas-workforce-act/ | LEADER JEFFRIES FLOOR REMARKS AHEAD OF BIPARTISAN PASSAGE OF PROTECT AMERICA’S WORKFORCE ACT | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor in support of the Protect America’s Workforce Act, emphasizing that Republicans have failed to deliver on their promises to deliver for working class Americans and that Democrats are committed to protecting their right to negotiate. LEADER JEFFRIES: I rise today in strong support of the Protect America’s Workforce Act, legislation that will restore the collective bargaining rights of more than a million hardworking federal employees, patriotic public servants who’ve been targeted viciously by the Trump administration from the very beginning of his time in office, unnecessarily and in ways that undermine some of the core promises, Mr. Speaker, that Donald Trump made to the American people last year. Donald Trump and Republicans promised that you would focus on lowering costs on day one. But costs haven’t gone down in the United States of America, costs have gone up, inflation on the way up, housing costs out of control, child care costs out of control, electricity bills out of control, grocery costs out of control and healthcare costs skyrocketing out of control, including because of the Republican refusal to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits. Instead of Donald Trump and Republicans, Mr. Speaker, keeping your core promise to the American people to make their life better, instead, you’ve been focusing on a variety of other things that relate simply to jamming your extreme right-wing ideology down the throats of the American people, including by targeting organized labor, hardworking men and women, including those who are part of the federal workforce. What is it that federal employees do each and every day to make sure that they’re providing services to the American people? Well, the list is too numerous to mention, but we know that hardworking federal employees are public servants each and every day, are working hard to make sure that hard-earned Social Security benefits are delivered to the American people, that Medicare benefits a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5165 | Lawler Bans Harmful Food Additives in New Dye-Free Procurement Bill | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. – 12/11/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced the introduction of the Dye Free Procurement Act, legislation that would prohibit federal agencies from purchasing food containing certain synthetic color additives, including Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, Yellow No. 6, Green No. 3, Blue No. 1, Blue No. 2, Citrus Red No. 2, and Orange B. This legislation also prioritizes the procurement of food products without any color additives. “The federal government should lead by example when it comes to food safety and public health. This bill takes a common-sense step to remove potentially harmful synthetic dyes from federal food procurement. By prohibiting these additives in federal contracts and prioritizing dye-free options, we're protecting American families and setting a higher standard for food consumption,” said Congressman Lawler. Full text of the bill can be found HERE. Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chairs. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5166 | Lawler Secures Major Win for Startups as House Passes Invest Act | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. - 12/11/25… Today, the House passed the bipartisan INVEST Act, a package of more than 20 bills designed to expand investment opportunities and strengthen small businesses, including Congressman Mike Lawler’s Helping Angels Lead Our Startups (HALOs) Act, H.R. 3352. The HALOs Act provides long-needed clarity for “demo days,” allowing startups, universities, and business accelerators to showcase their ideas and business plans to potential investors without those events being treated as securities offerings. By ensuring these events can continue without legal confusion, the bill helps entrepreneurs access the capital they need to grow and create jobs. “Startups and small businesses drive economic growth in the Hudson Valley and across the country. With passage of the INVEST Act, including my HALOs Act, entrepreneurs will have greater freedom to pitch their ideas, connect with investors, and focus on building their businesses. This is a huge bipartisan win for innovation and job creation in my district,” said Congressman Lawler. Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chairs. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-leads-bipartisan-healthcare-legislation-prevent-healthcare-premium | Malliotakis Co-Leads Bipartisan Healthcare Legislation to Prevent Healthcare Premium Spikes | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Nicole Malliotakis | M000317 | malliotakis.house.gov | malliotakis | https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (WASHINGTON, DC) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY-11) introduced the Bipartisan Health Insurance Affordability Act alongside Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1), Jared Golden (D-ME-2), Don Bacon (R-NE-2), Tom Suozzi (D-NY-3), Rob Bresnahan (R-PA-8), Don Davis (D-NC-1), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA-3). The temporary COVID-era Tax Credit is set to expire at the end of 2025, putting millions of Americans who rely on these health plans at risk of higher premiums next year. Members of the Bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus are working across the aisle to advance solutions that keep health care costs affordable while protecting taxpayers by cracking down on waste, fraud, and abuse. This legislation extends the Enhanced Premium Tax Credit for two additional years and includes several commonsense reforms. It sets an income cap at 700% of the Federal Poverty Level, which equals to $109,000 for an individual and $225,000 for a family of four. For people using the ACA marketplace who earn less than 150% of the Federal Poverty Level, the legislation would establish a $5 minimum monthly premium, with the option to pay $60 once per year instead. The bill includes commonsense antifraud provisions to address waste, fraud, and abuse in the ACA marketplace. In 2024, more than 11.7 million individuals did not use their Affordable Care Act coverage, and an estimated 6.4 million improper enrollments occurred under the Biden era zero-dollar premium policies. The legislation holds insurance brokers criminally accountable for knowingly providing false or fraudulent information and requires regular audits to identify suspicious enrollment patterns and investigate consumer complaints. The legislation also includes a priority from President Trump: an opt-in Health Savings Account, directing 50% of the tax credit directly into the HSA and includes critical PBM reform to rein in middlemen and lower drug prices. In New York 11, this legislation would protect the nearly 80,000 people, about 10% who are currently on Affordable Care… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-representative-john-w-mannion-national-defense-authorization-act | Statement from Representative John W. Mannion on National Defense Authorization Act | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | John W. Mannion | M001231 | mannion.house.gov | mannion | https://mannion.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today released the following statement on his support for the National Defense Authorization Act: “I joined a strong bipartisan majority in voting for the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act — legislation that gives our service members a well-deserved 3.8 percent raise and strengthens support for military families. New York is home to more than 27,000 active-duty service members, many of whom grew up or still live in Central New York and the Mohawk Valley. NY-22 is also home to the 174th Air National Guard Wing based at Hancock Airport, and many civilians who support our military - from those working at DFAS in Rome to the men and women at local companies researching and developing the radar, communications, and aerospace systems that protect our nation every day. The continued success of Griffiss Business and Technology Park remains a regional priority for the Mohawk Valley, and today’s bill reflects the importance of that mission as well. This year’s NDAA includes major acquisition reforms and new investments in the industrial base that support the work of these employers, ensure our national security, and protect the high-skilled jobs that anchor our economy. It also reaffirms U.S. support for Ukraine and holds the administration accountable for maintaining strong partnerships with democratic allies around the world. I’ll always stand with our troops, work to strengthen our military, and deliver for the workers and employers who make Central New York and the Mohawk Valley critical to America’s security. This is the kind of bipartisan work Congress should be focused on and the kind of cooperation I hope we see more of.” # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-joe-morelle-delivers-support-rochesters-business-community | CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE DELIVERS SUPPORT FOR ROCHESTER’S BUSINESS COMMUNITY | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Joseph D. Morelle | M001206 | morelle.house.gov | morelle | https://morelle.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (Washington, D.C.)—Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he has voted in favor of legislation to help bolster Rochester’s business community. The Incentivizing New Ventures and Economic Strength Through Capital Formation (INVEST) Act is bipartisan legislation designed to expand opportunities for investment and give small businesses the support they need to thrive. “Small businesses are the cornerstone of our economy—providing good-paying jobs for families and high-quality goods and services to our neighborhoods,” said Congressman Joe Morelle. “I was proud to help pass the bipartisan INVEST Act to help ensure our small businesses continue to receive the full support they deserve from their government. I urge my colleagues in the U.S. Senate to swiftly consider this legislation, and I look forward to seeing it passed into law.” For years, outdated capital-formation rules have restricted investment access to only the wealthiest individuals while leaving small businesses and startups—especially those located outside major U.S. cities—struggling to raise growth capital. At the same time, the number of U.S. public companies has fallen dramatically, limiting opportunities for both entrepreneurs and investors. The INVEST Act responds to these structural barriers by modernizing regulations to expand investment access and strengthen America’s capital markets. Specifically, the INVEST Act would: Expand the accredited-investor definition to allow qualification through demonstrated financial knowledge, credentials, or experience—not just wealth. Increase the allowable size and investor count of certain venture-capital funds to channel more capital into early-stage businesses. Open additional private-market and regulated investment options to retirement savers by aligning 403(b) plans with choices already available in 401(k)s. Create dedicated SEC small-business offices to identify barriers, streamline processes, and improve coordination across capital-formation divisions. Congressman Morelle’s support for this legi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://tonko.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4502 | Tonko Introduces ‘Flex-Tech’ Bill that Spurs U.S. Competitiveness & Cuts Emissions | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Paul Tonko | T000469 | tonko.house.gov | tonko | https://tonko.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) today introduced the State Industrial Competitiveness Act, legislation that strengthens and enhances the competitiveness of U.S. manufacturing, all while cutting emissions by providing manufacturers with needed resources and technical support to increase their overall efficiency. Tonko’s bill draws from New York State’s successful Flexible Technical Assistance “Flex-tech” program and is intended to complement and expand upon the work of existing programs, such as DOE’s Industrial Assessment Centers. The legislation also requires that State Energy Agencies coordinate with existing programs that provide assistance to manufacturers. “Supporting our domestic manufacturers serves our workers, industries, communities, and economy,” Congressman Tonko said. “I’m leading this legislation to deliver that strong support and bring cost-saving opportunities to our domestic manufacturers while addressing the challenges associated with our growing electricity demand. These vital investments will also play a significant role in increasing American competitiveness. I urge my colleagues to join me in advancing this legislation that secures good-paying jobs while reducing emissions and moving us on the path towards a cleaner future.” David Terry, the President of the National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO), stated, “As we push to expand domestic manufacturing, we need to do all we can to help these businesses lower costs and increase competitiveness through energy efficiency technologies that optimize energy use.” Mr. Terry added, “Nearly every state is experiencing substantial increases in electricity demand, which requires actions on both the electricity demand and supply sides to keep costs down. This legislation is a significant way to help move the nation’s expansion of manufacturing forward as rapidly as possible.” Jennifer Layke, executive director of the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, said: “Small and medium-sized manufacturers are the … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-goldman-espaillat-menendez-demand-answers-after-nypd-officers-injured | Reps. Goldman, Espaillat, Menendez Demand Answers After NYPD Officers Injured During November 12 Encounter With Masked, Plain-Clothes ICE Agents | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10), Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chairman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Representative Rob Menendez (NJ-08), announced that they have sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Acting Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons seeking information about the November 12 incident in which several NYPD officers were injured while responding to what appeared to be a violent crime, which in actuality involved ICE agents who had failed to properly identify themselves. On November 12th, NYPD officers responded to multiple emergency calls near 164th Street and Broadway involving armed, masked individuals removing people from vehicles. Only after the NYPD intervened did those individuals identify themselves as federal agents. During the incident, the officers sustained injuries that have not been explained by the NYPD. On November 25, Rep. Goldman sent a letter seeking details about the incident to NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch. “Incidents like these reflect a growing pattern of dangerous — even criminal — incidents arising out of ICE’s violations of its own regulations. When ICE conducts street arrests in dense residential neighborhoods wearing masks while dressed indistinguishably from armed kidnappers, it invites clashes with civilians and local law enforcement,” the lawmakers wrote. The letter emphasizes that situations like the November 12th confrontation put NYPD officers in extremely difficult real-time circumstances and create avoidable risks for both law enforcement and the public when federal personnel do not clearly identify themselves. The lawmakers continued, “This behavior is unacceptable and continues to jeopardize both public safety and the ability of our local law enforcement officers to do their jobs.” The lawmakers requested information from DHS about how they monitor and enforce office compliance with federal regulations related to arrests, details on reports that DHS has received abo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/10/leader-jeffries-on-morning-joe-the-affordability-crisis-in-this-country-is-very-real-and-the-american-people-know-it/ | LEADER JEFFRIES ON MORNING JOE: “THE AFFORDABILITY CRISIS IN THIS COUNTRY IS VERY REAL AND THE AMERICAN PEOPLE KNOW IT” | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s Morning Joe, where he reiterated that while Donald Trump and Republicans claim the high cost of living is a hoax, Democrats will continue fighting to lower costs and fix the GOP healthcare and affordability crises. MIKA BRZEZINSKI: Joining us now, House Minority Leader, Democratic Congressman Hakeem Jeffries of New York. Thank you very much for coming on the show. I want to ask you about that. We have a lot to ask you about that. But I first would like to ask you about the story we just covered before the break that played out in Boston where migrants, people who walked legally down the road, the long, hard, expensive road to citizenship, only to have it yanked away at the last minute because they were from certain select countries. That, along with the fact that later in the show we’ll be covering a report on—from Amnesty International about the depraved conditions at Alligator Alcatraz. What do you have to say? And is there anything that you can do about what is happening to these migrants, especially those who have taken the legal route to become citizens of the United States of America to take part in that incredibly emotional, personal and American ceremony to become a citizen and pledge allegiance? LEADER JEFFRIES: Well, good morning. It’s great to be with you. It was a devastating day for people who are legal, permanent residents. They’ve been living in this country lawfully, contributing to their communities, anticipating this incredibly important day, this milestone that’s very consistent with, you know, the American dream and the notion that we are both a nation of immigrants and a nation anchored in the rule of law. Did everything right, but this is an example of the continued cruelty that Donald Trump and his administration are inflicting upon the country, and the American people are rejecting it all across America, and we just got additional evidence of that with a Democrat winning the mayor’s race in Miami in a heavily-immigrant c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5160 | Lawler Secures House Passage of Bill to Name Holmes Post Office After Sheriff Adrian “Butch” Anderson | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. - 12/10/25… Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1008, a bill reintroduced by Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 298 Route 292 in Holmes, New York, as the Sheriff Adrian “Butch” Anderson Post Office Building. During the 118th Congress, Rep. Lawler announced the legislation at a press conference where he was joined by local and county leaders as well as members of Sheriff Anderson's family. WATCH: LAWLER SECURES HOUSE PASSAGE OF BILL TO NAME HOLMES POST OFFICE AFTER SHERIFF ADRIAN “BUTCH” ANDERSON | FULL DEBATE REMARKS Sheriff Anderson dedicated more than fifty years to public service in Dutchess County. Beginning as a Deputy Sheriff in 1970, he served in multiple roles, including Detective, Mayor of the Village of Pawling, and Dutchess County Sheriff, a position he held from 1999 until his passing in 2021. Throughout his career, Sheriff Anderson was known for his courage, integrity, and deep commitment to the people he served. “Sheriff Adrian 'Butch' Anderson dedicated more than five decades to public safety and public service in Dutchess County, New York. Sheriff Anderson lived a life marked by courage, integrity, and a genuine concern for the people he served. He believed in leading from the front, treating others with respect, and showing up for his community every single day. It's my honor to lead on legislation designating the United States Postal Service facility located at 298 Route 292 in Holmes, New York, as the “Sheriff Adrian ‘Butch’ Anderson Post Office Building,” said Congressman Lawler. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chai… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5161 | Lawler Leads House Passage of Bill Renaming Haverstraw Post Office After Paul Piperato | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. - 12/10/25… Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1009, a bill reintroduced by Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 86 Main Street in Haverstraw, New York, as the Paul Piperato Post Office Building. During the 118th Congress, Rep. Lawler announced the legislation at a press conference where he was joined by local and county leaders as well as members of Paul Piperato's family. WATCH: LAWLER LEADS HOUSE PASSAGE OF BILL RENAMING HAVERSTRAW POST OFFICE AFTER PAUL PIPERATO| FULL DEBATE REMARKS Paul Piperato served more than thirty years in public service, including 15 years as Rockland County Clerk. During his tenure, he modernized county operations through innovative systems, launched a 24/7 online records portal, and introduced programs such as RETURN THE F.A.V.O.R., which supports veterans. He also maintained meaningful Naturalization Ceremonies for new citizens, reflecting his deep commitment to community and country. “Paul Piperato dedicated more than three decades of his life to public service, including 15 years as Rockland County Clerk, where his vision and commitment transformed county government for the better. As the Rockland County Clerk, he revolutionized the office, making it more accessible and efficient for the community he so dearly loved. His work extended beyond his official duties, touching lives through his involvement with numerous civic organizations, including Jawonio, People to People, and the ARC Rockland Foundation,” said Congressman Lawler. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chairs. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5162 | Lawler, Dingell Introduce Resolution Designating September as “National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month” | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. – 12/10/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) announced the introduction of a bipartisan resolution to designate September 2025 as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Childhood cancer affects more than 14,500 children under the age of 19 each year in the United States and claims the lives of approximately 1,600 children annually. The resolution calls to increase public awareness of childhood cancer and encourages ongoing monitoring and care for childhood cancer survivors. It also urges the observation of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with appropriate programs and activities that recognize and honor children affected by this disease. “Childhood cancer remains one of the leading causes of death from disease among children, affecting thousands of families nationwide each year. Designating September as ‘National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month’ increases awareness of these devastating figures, honors the bravery of children facing cancer, encourages continued care for survivors, and reaffirms our commitment to making the prevention of and cure for childhood cancer a national priority,” said Congressman Lawler. “A cancer diagnosis is difficult to overcome at any age, but is especially for a child who should have a lifetime full of opportunities ahead of them. Not enough research is currently being done into how various diseases and treatments impact young people differently than adults. We must raise awareness about the importance of funding additional research into childhood cancer, as well as educate families about prevention and early detection. I’m proud to co-lead this bipartisan resolution to remind children with cancer and their families that we will continue to fight for them.” said Congresswoman Dingell. Full text of the resolution can be found HERE. Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5163 | Lawler Champions Military, National Security, and Troops With Key FY26 NDAA Passage | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. - 12/10/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) voted in favor of the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026). This bill puts forward more investment in lethality and efficiency for our military, prioritizes servicemembers and their families, and advances President Trump’s Peace through Strength agenda. It fully funds national defense programs, in addition to including a number of Congressman Lawler’s priorities. This year’s NDAA includes four of Rep. Lawler’s bills, a major legislative milestone. The Modernize Diplomatic Security Training Act enhances counterintelligence capacity at the U.S. Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) by requiring certain DSS special agents to receive specific and substantive counterintelligence training that developed in consultation with the intelligence community. The Safe Embassies Act ensures Congress is notified before any U.S. embassy is reopened, with a clear justification of its national security value. H.R.5254, To provide for the management authorities of the Department of State streamlines and modernizes the State Department’s operations to improve efficiency and accountability. H.R.4179, Countering Wrongful Detention Act which enhances America’s ability to respond to and deter the unlawful detention of Americans overseas by providing a new authority to designate a country as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention. This is Rep. Lawler’s State Sponsor of Wrongful or Unlawful Detention Act. Together, these measures reinforce U.S. national security, protect American diplomats and citizens abroad, and strengthen oversight of our foreign policy apparatus. “I’m proud to support the NDAA, which strengthens our military, defends our allies, and delivers real results for Hudson Valley servicemembers and their families. This bill funds pay raises, better housing, childcare, and medical access for our troops. It also funds cutting-edge technology, strategic deterrence, and support for allies including Israel and Taiwan.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://riley.house.gov/2025/12/10/riley-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-ban-bonuses-for-utility-ceos-when-they-hike-rates-on-families/ | Riley Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Ban Bonuses for Utility CEOs When They Hike Rates on Families | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Josh Riley | R000622 | riley.house.gov | riley | https://riley.house.gov/news/ | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19) and Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02) today introduced the bipartisan No Bonuses for Utility Executives Act (H.R.6590), which prohibits utility company executives from receiving bonuses whenever they raise rates faster than inflation. “Upstate New Yorkers are getting crushed by high utility bills,” said Riley. “Folks are cutting back on everything from groceries to school clothes just to keep the lights on. Meanwhile, the utility monopolies are rewarding their CEOs with millions of dollars per year. When the people footing the bill get squeezed and the folks at the top walk off with massive bonuses, something’s seriously broken — and I’m fighting to fix it. My bipartisan bill stops utility monopolies from rewarding the corporate executives who are ripping us off.” “People are getting hit with higher and higher utility bills, and they are tired of seeing executives get big bonuses while they struggle to pay,” said Congressman Van Drew. “This bill is about basic fairness. In no world should executives be getting big bonuses if they are raising rates faster than inflation. This bill will make these companies think about the families they serve before they decide to jack up prices. I am proud to be a co-lead on this effort.” Across Upstate New York, working families continue to feel the squeeze of rising electric bills. And even as these utilities pleaded for higher rates, they paid their CEOs more than $10 million last year — Fortis (parent company of Central Hudson) paid $10.6 million, and Avangrid (parent company of NYSEG and RG&E) paid $10.7 million — all while households struggled to keep up with higher monthly costs. Riley’s bill would put an end to executive bonuses in years when utilities raise rates faster than inflation. ABOUT THE NO BONUSES FOR UTILITY EXECUTIVES ACT: 1. Stops bonuses when utilities raise rates faster than inflation: If a utility hikes rates above the annual inflation rate, its executives are barred from receiving bonuses of any kind. … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://ritchietorres.house.gov/posts/reps-ritchie-torres-and-yvette-clarke-introduce-the-our-parks-act | Reps. Ritchie Torres and Yvette Clarke Introduce the Our Parks Act | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Ritchie Torres | T000486 | ritchietorres.house.gov | ritchietorres | https://ritchietorres.house.gov/press | scraper | Bill Would Guarantee Free Admission to National Parks on All Federal Holidays in Response to President Trump’s Removal of Juneteenth and MLK Day Reps. Ritchie Torres (NY-15) and Yvette Clarke (NY-09) today introduced the Our Parks Act, legislation to guarantee free admission to all national parks on every federal holiday and prevent any Presidential Administration from unilaterally rescinding those free-admission days. The legislation follows President Donald Trump’s decision to eliminate free national park admission on Juneteenth and Martin Luther King Jr. Day, two federal holidays honoring Black freedom, civil rights, and equality under the law. At the same time, the administration designated President Trump’s birthday as a day of free admission. “Our national parks belong to the people, not to Donald Trump,” said Rep. Torres. “When a president singles out Juneteenth and Martin Luther King Jr. Day for elimination, while adding his own birthday instead, it is impossible to ignore the message that sends. That is not leadership — it is narcissism and a wannabe-king mentality that treats public institutions as extensions of one small man’s ego. Congress has a responsibility to stop presidents from using public lands to play politics or erase the significance of Black history.” “There is no greater priority to Donald Trump than seeing his own name plastered everywhere and anywhere that it has not already sullied; especially in the spaces it has no place being. Clearly, the chance to fulfill that goal while simultaneously serving up a screeching dog whistle to his base’s most despicable elements was an opportunity he could not ignore,” said Rep. Clarke. “No matter how deeply the president wishes it were, this nation is not his plaything. Our institutions are not tools to inflate his ego. And our holidays are not going anywhere. Black History is permanent. Our heroes will stay celebrated, our culture will stay relevant, and our stories will stay told. The same cannot be said for the president. While he struggles d… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://stefanik.house.gov/2025/12/stefanik-secures-defense-wins-for-the-north-country-in-ndaa-passes-provision-to-root-out-deep-state-s-illegal-weaponization | Stefanik Secures Defense Wins for the North Country in NDAA, Passes Provision to Root out Deep State's Illegal Weaponization | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Elise M. Stefanik | S001196 | stefanik.house.gov | stefanik | https://stefanik.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership and a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, today voted to pass the final version of the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The final bill also included the passage of the FY26 Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA) authorizing intelligence community (IC) activities for the next fiscal year. “Today, I voted to pass the national defense authorization bill to support our troops, strengthen military readiness, and revitalize our defense industrial base. It also includes my important provision combatting the illegal weaponization of the deep state. As the chief advocate for Fort Drum and the 10th Mountain Division in Congress, I proudly delivered millions in funding to support the Fort Drum community in the North Country," said Chairwoman Stefanik. The FY26 NDAA authorizes discretionary defense spending of $900.6 billion. In addition to the NDAA authorization, the Republican majority’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) included $150 billion in mandatory defense funding that provided over $1 trillion in funding for national defense in a single year for the first time ever. Even with this record investment, the bill still provides over $20 billion in savings as a result of the administration’s efforts to combat fraud, waste, and abuse. The bill also codifies all or part of 15 of President Trump’s executive orders and 30 legislative provisions requested by the Trump administration, including codifying President Trump’s push to restore meritocracy in our military. Preventing Weaponization of FBI in the Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA) Congresswoman Stefanik successfully fought for inclusion of her congressional notification language that would ensure the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) discloses any counterintelligence investigations into presidential and federal candidates seeking office. The language, included in the FY26 Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA), prevents … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-votes-pass-fy26-ndaa-securing-major-wins-upstate-new | Congresswoman Tenney Votes to Pass FY26 NDAA, Securing Major Wins for Upstate New York’s Military Communities | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Claudia Tenney | T000478 | tenney.house.gov | tenney | https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), landmark legislation that strengthens America’s national defense, advances President Trump’s peace through strength agenda, and secures critical investments for Upstate New York’s servicemembers, bases, and defense workers. “This year’s NDAA strengthens our military at a critical moment as threats from China, Iran, Russia, and terrorist groups rise,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “It restores accountability and merit, dismantles wasteful DEI bureaucracies, and ensures promotions are based on performance. The bill protects taxpayers by cutting nearly $20 billion in ineffective programs while supporting President Trump’s 3.8 percent pay raise for our servicemembers. It rebuilds readiness, revitalizes our industrial base, secures the southern border, and gives our troops the tools to deter any adversary.” “Just as important, this legislation delivers real results for Upstate New York such as beginning the recapitalization of the New York Air National Guard’s LC-130 fleet, building the new Combined Operations Facility at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, design funds for upgrades at Fort Drum, and investing in the New York National Guard. The NDAA will bring critical resources home to our region. These investments support local jobs, enhance our national defense capabilities, and reaffirm the indispensable role our communities play in keeping America safe. This is a strong step forward for our servicemembers, our state, and our nation.” Key Upstate New York Defense Priorities Secured by Rep. Tenney in the FY26 NDAA: $200 million for the LC-130 polar aircraft recapitalization project to modernize the unique fleet flown by the New York Air National Guard’s 109th Airlift Wing and sustain critical Arctic and Antarctic missions. $54 million for the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station to construct a new Combined Operations Facility that will improve mission readiness and support our a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/09/leader-jeffries-announces-new-house-democratic-commission-on-ai-and-the-innovation-economy/ | LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES NEW HOUSE DEMOCRATIC COMMISSION ON AI AND THE INNOVATION ECONOMY | 2025-12-09 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced the launch of a new House Democratic Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy that will convene throughout 2026. The commission will develop policy expertise in partnership with the innovation community, relevant stakeholders and committees of jurisdiction. Caucus Vice Chair Ted Lieu (CA-36), Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) and Rep. Valerie Foushee (NC-04) will serve as Co-Chairs. Rep. Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Ranking Member of the Science, Space and Technology Committee and Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), Ranking Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, will serve as Ex Officio Co-Chairs. Democrats that served on the Bipartisan AI Task Force last Congress will hold key roles, and all Members of the House Democratic Caucus will be invited to participate. “The brilliance and ingenuity of the innovation community has positioned America to lead the world in artificial intelligence and pioneer potentially life-changing breakthroughs in medicine and other fields of human endeavor that will benefit humanity. It is important that American companies continue to thrive in this area. At the same time, Congress must consider what policies are needed to prevent bad actors from exploiting this transformative technology and inflicting harm upon the American people,” said Leader Jeffries. “Unfortunately, Republicans abandoned the Bipartisan Task Force on AI. At this watershed moment in technological history, the people we are privileged to represent understandably have questions about how AI will affect their lives into the future. House Democrats are ready, willing and able to lean into those issues so we can uplift the health, safety and economic well-being of the American people. I’m thankful to Ranking Member Zoe Lofgren, Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Caucus Vice Chair Ted Lieu, Rep. Josh Gottheimer and Rep. Valerie Foushee for their leadership, commitment and willingness to serve.” “AI is a transformational technology. It has the potential to make the lives of everyday … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/09/leader-jeffries-the-trump-republican-economy-is-not-an-a/ | LEADER JEFFRIES: “THE TRUMP-REPUBLICAN ECONOMY IS NOT AN A+” | 2025-12-09 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he reiterated that Democrats are committed to lowering the high cost of living across the country, starting with protecting Americans’ healthcare by extending the ACA tax credits. LEADER JEFFRIES: Donald Trump had the unmitigated gall yesterday to rate the economy an A+ five times over. Working class Americans, everyday Americans, hardworking American taxpayers are struggling in the Trump economy to live paycheck to paycheck. Can’t thrive, can barely survive. Cost of living is completely and totally out of control. Donald Trump and Republicans have done nothing to lower the high cost of living. Costs haven’t gone down, costs are going up. Housing costs, out of control. Electricity costs, out of control. Child care costs, out of control. Grocery costs, out of control. And healthcare costs, out of control. And about to get worse. Because Donald Trump and Republicans refuse to do anything to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits. The Trump-Republican economy is not an A+. Everyday Americans are not confused about that. And if there’s any debate as to the success or failure of this economy related to how it may be graded, the only question is whether the American people would give it a D for disaster or an F for failure. That’s it. Nothing else. Now, House Democrats are going to continue to focus on driving down the high cost of living, fixing our broken healthcare system and actually making life better for the American people. And we can start by extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits. Time has run out. Democrats have been pressing our Republican colleagues for months to deal with the healthcare crisis that they have created. And in a matter of just a few weeks, tens of millions of Americans who live in every single state across this country are about to experience dramatically-increased healthcare costs. In some instances, premiums are going to increase by a thousand or two thousand dollars per month. How is that acceptable … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5157 | Lawler, Correa Unveil ADA Reform to Boost Access and Protect Small Businesses | 2025-12-09 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Michael Lawler | L000599 | lawler.house.gov | lawler | https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. – 12/9/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) announced the introduction of bipartisan legislation to ensure ADA violations are quickly rectified to provide renewed access for disabled individuals and protect all parties involved from drawn-out litigation. Specifically, the ADA 30 Days to Comply Act will create a process for disabled individuals to notify business directly about ADA violations, allowing these entities a 30-day remediation window to address the issue or show significant progress if a longer period is needed. “The ADA was created to guarantee access and protect the rights of Americans with disabilities, not to fuel drive-by lawsuits that do nothing to actually fix the problem. Our bill creates a simple, fair process for navigating an ADA violation so that businesses get notified and have 30 days to make it right. That means quicker compliance, better access, and fewer bad-faith lawsuits that punish well-intentioned small businesses,” said Congressman Lawler. “Maximizing accessibility has always been one of my priorities . This bill assurs that small businesses—family owned businesses—have the incentive, opportunity, and financial ability comply with ADA requirements.” Congressman Correa said. “This legislation is a win-win—it helps mom and pop shops best serve their customers and expands accessibility in our neighborhoods.” “AAHOA’s nearly 20,000 member hoteliers are deeply committed to accessibility, yet they continue to face a surge in serial drive-by ADA lawsuits that do nothing to improve access. The ADA 30 Days to Comply Act gives businesses a fair chance to fix issues quickly while still protecting the rights of disabled Americans. It’s a practical, bipartisan, and sagacious solution that replaces litigation with collaboration—a sound approach that strengthens compliance and stops opportunistic abuse of the system. We appreciate Representatives Lawler and Correa for advancing this truly commonsensical reform,” said AAHOA President & C… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://stefanik.house.gov/2025/12/house-passes-stefanik-s-congressional-ratification-of-akwesasne-mohawk-land-claim | House Passes Stefanik's Congressional Ratification of Akwesasne Mohawk Land Claim | 2025-12-09 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Elise M. Stefanik | S001196 | stefanik.house.gov | stefanik | https://stefanik.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's (R-NY) legislation to ratify the land claim settlement agreement between the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, New York State, Franklin and St. Lawrence Counties, the Towns of Fort Covington and Bombay, and the New York Power Authority. This agreement includes the return of Reservation Status of 3,500 acres as well as the opportunity for up to 14,000 total acres in the land claim areas. "I am deeply honored to lead the passage of landmark legislation in Congress to ratify the Akwesasne Mohawk Land Claim Settlement Agreement. This is a historic agreement between the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, New York State, Franklin and St. Lawrence Counties, the Towns of Fort Covington and Bombay, and the New York Power Authority that will greatly benefit our North Country communities," said Stefanik. "For more than 40 years, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne have worked diligently to resolve the Akwesasne land claim in Northern New York. The last decade has seen very focused efforts between the Tribe, local and county officials, and our Congressional office to realize this long-sought agreement dating back to the 1796 Treaty with the Seven Nations of Canada. This historic settlement provides longterm certainty and remedies in terms of lands, land acquisition, and payment of past property taxes," she concluded. "The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council proudly hails the passage of House legislation approving the Akwesasne Mohawk land claim settlement in New York. This historic achievement brings us one major step closer to resolution of more than four decades of effort and determination by countless Akwesasne leaders. Regaining our land has been a long-standing goal shared by our ancestors and our community, and today’s success reflects the perseverance and courage of everyone who worked tirelessly on the claim and negotiations since 1982. We extend o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenneys-bill-rename-avon-post-office-fallen-officer-anthony | Congresswoman Tenney’s Bill to Rename Avon Post Office for Fallen Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Passes the House | 2025-12-09 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Claudia Tenney | T000478 | tenney.house.gov | tenney | https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today announced that her bipartisan bill to rename the U.S. Post Office located at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, in memory of fallen Rochester Police Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz, unanimously passed the House of Representatives. This legislation was cosponsored by nearly the entire New York Congressional Delegation, including Reps. Joseph Morelle (NY-25), Nick LaLota (NY-1), Andrew Garbarino (NY-2), Thomas Suozzi (NY-3), Laura Gillen (NY-4), Gregory Meeks (NY-5), Grace Meng (NY-6), Nydia Velazquez (NY-7), Yvette Clarke (NY-9), Dan Goldman (NY-10), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Jerry Nadler (NY-12), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Ritchie Torres (NY-15), George Latimer (NY-16), Michael Lawler (NY-17), Patrick Ryan (NY-18), Josh Riley (NY-19), Paul Tonko (NY-20), Elise Stefanik (NY-21), John Mannion (NY-22), Nicholas Langworthy (NY-23), and Tim Kennedy (NY-26). Officer Mazurkiewicz, a native of Avon, began his career in 1988 with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department before joining the Rochester Police Department in 1993. Over 35 years of service, he became one of the region’s most distinguished officers, earning the Life Saving Award, Officer of the Month, 17 Excellent Police Service Awards, 32 Chief’s Letters of Commendation, and additional recognitions for his exceptional record. Officer Mazurkiewicz served in the Clinton and Goodman Sections and later in the RPD Tactical Unit, where he was widely admired for his professionalism, courage, and unwavering dedication. He was tragically killed in the line of duty in July 2022, leaving behind his wife, four children, three grandchildren, and a loving extended family. “Officer Mazurkiewicz dedicated his life to protecting our community with unmatched courage, integrity, and selfless service. His loss is deeply felt across Western New York, and this designation ensures his legacy will endure for generations. Renaming the Avon Post Office in his memory is a meaningful tribute … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases/goldman-espaillat-velazquez-garcia-introduce-new-legislation-protect | Goldman, Espaillat, Velazquez, Garcia Introduce New Legislation to Protect Immigrants’ Right to Appear in Immigration Court | 2025-12-08 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Daniel S. Goldman | G000599 | goldman.house.gov | goldman | https://goldman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | New Bill Aims to Protect Immigrants Attending Court-Ordered Appearances and Pursuing Lawful Pathways to Migrate to the U.S. New York, NY - Today, U.S. Representatives Dan Goldman (NY-10), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Nydia Velazquez (NY-7), and House Oversight Committee Ranking Member Robert Garcia (CA-42) introduced the Immigration Court Due Process Protection Act, new legislation that aims to protect immigrants who are pursuing lawful pathways to migrate to the United States and attending their court-ordered appearances from being targeted for arrests by the Trump Administration. The legislation would prohibit U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers or agents from arresting or detaining an individual that is physically present at an Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) immigration court facility for the purpose of attending or participating in a hearing, except pursuant to a judicial warrant. These protections would extend to individuals whose immigration case is still active and has not resulted in a final order of removal. Since taking office, the Trump Administration has directed DHS and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to carry out a sweeping campaign of arrests at immigration courts in an effort to meet Trump’s mass deportation quotas. Federal agents have been observed lying in wait outside courtrooms, wearing face coverings, frequently without proper identification, detaining individuals as soon as their hearings conclude — often after DHS’s own attorneys move to dismiss or terminate the cases. These bait-and-switch tactics have ensnared nonviolent immigrants with no criminal records, including asylum seekers, students, and parolees who entered lawfully into the country. By voiding pending asylum applications and immediately placing people into expedited removal, DHS is bypassing due process, cutting off access to counsel, and fast-tracking deportations for those who are otherwise following legal procedures. The Immigration Court Due Process Protection Act would imple… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/08/leader-jeffries-statement-on-retirement-announcement-of-rep-lloyd-doggett/ | LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OF REP. LLOYD DOGGETT | 2025-12-08 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Hakeem S. Jeffries | J000294 | jeffries.house.gov | jeffries | https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/ | scraper | Know Your Immigration Rights If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes. Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. You do not have to open your door until you see a valid warrant to enter your home or search your belongings. Your right to remain silent: The Fifth Amendment protects your right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself. You are not required to share any personal information such as your place of birth, immigration status or criminal history. Always consult an attorney: You have a right to speak with an attorney. You do not have to sign anything or hand officials any documents without speaking to an attorney. Try to identify and consult one in advance. The New York City Office of Civil Justice and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) support a variety of free immigration legal services through local nonprofit legal organizations. To access these resources, dial 311 and say “Action NYC,” call the MOIA Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 800-354-0365 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or visit MOIA’s website. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-welcomed-va-secretary-doug-collins-staten-island-community-clinic | Malliotakis Welcomed VA Secretary Doug Collins to Staten Island Community Clinic | 2025-12-08 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | NY | Nicole Malliotakis | M000317 | malliotakis.house.gov | malliotakis | https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | (STATEN ISLAND, NY) – Last week, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) welcomed Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins to the Staten Island Community-Based Outpatient Clinic for a roundtable and site visit at the clinic on Friday, December 5. They were also joined by Timothy Graham, Executive Medical Center Director; Rosemary Cancel-Santiago, Deputy Executive Center Director of the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System; Joan McInerney, VISN 2 Network Director; and other NY-11 veteran leaders. At the clinic, Secretary Collins also met with leaders from local veteran organizations. At their roundtable, Secretary Collins and Rep. Malliotakis discussed several key issues impacting local veterans in NY-11. Under the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Collins, the backlog of veterans waiting for VA compensation and pension benefits has decreased by more than 57% since January 20, 2025. In Fiscal Year 2025, the VA permanently housed 51,936 homeless Veterans across the country, the highest total in seven years. They also discussed current initiatives aimed at increasing nursing staffing and recruitment, expanding the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program to full capacity at the Brooklyn VA, and expanding access at Brooklyn’s Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Clinic. They also addressed the lack of access to specialty doctors at the Brooklyn VA Hospital and the Staten Island Outpatient Clinic, which has forced many veterans to travel to Manhattan or the Bronx for specialized care. The group discussed with the Secretary the possibility of bringing in certain specialty providers on a monthly basis so veterans can schedule appointments locally and reduce the burden of long-distance travel. Last month, the 2026 Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill was signed into law by President Trump, which increased funding to over $115 billion specifically for veterans’ medical care, which includes: $59.2 billion for direct care at VA facilities $34 billion for care provided through community providers $18.9 billion for mental he… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://meng.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/meng-demands-answers-ag-bondi-abrupt-firing-eight-immigration-judges-26 | MENG DEMANDS ANSWERS FROM AG BONDI ON THE ABRUPT FIRING OF EIGHT IMMIGRATION JUDGES AT 26 FEDERAL PLAZA | 2025-12-08 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Grace Meng | M001188 | meng.house.gov | meng | https://meng.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS), announced today that she sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) demanding answers about eight judges who were abruptly fired from New York’s Federal Plaza Immigration Court. On Monday December 1, 2025, the DOJ’s Executive Office for Immigration Review reportedly fired eight out of 34 federal immigration judges serving at 26 Federal Plaza in New York without cause or explanation. Immigration judges serving on this court are non-partisan civil servants. This news comes after months-long reports of ICE agents violating long-standing Department of Homeland Security policies by making arrests outside of courtrooms, assaults on court observers and journalists, and inhumane conditions in the holding facility in 26 Federal Plaza. In the letter, Ranking Member Meng wrote, “Immigration courts throughout the United States currently face a backlog of almost 4 million cases, a figure that, according to DOJ’s own data, has consistently increased since at least 2015. The CJS Subcommittee highlighted concerns about this backlog during both the first Trump Administration and the Biden Administration. And yet, under the second Trump Administration, ‘more than 100 immigration judges out of 700 have been fired or pushed out’ this year. Not only have these workforce reductions worsened the case backlog, but they have also placed pressure on remaining judges to complete greater numbers of cases, very likely at the expense of thoughtful consideration of the merits of each and every case—at the expense of due process and justice. Further, these actions and the resulting delays in proceedings penalize immigrants and their family members who are trying to follow the law by applying for legal status and showing up for their hearings.” Specifically, Meng is demanding answers to the following questions: Please provide the cause … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-pat-ryan-fights-hudson-valley-small-businesses-passes-two-bills | CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN FIGHTS FOR HUDSON VALLEY SMALL BUSINESSES, PASSES TWO BILLS TO CUT RED TAPE AND LOWER COSTS | 2025-12-08 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Patrick Ryan | R000579 | patryan.house.gov | patryan | https://patryan.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | The bills empower small business owners and lowers their costs by cutting through red tape and reporting harmful, unnecessary oversight to the Small Business Administration (SBA) The “Small Business Regulatory Reduction Act” alleviates regulatory costs faced by small businesses; the “DUMP Red Tape Act” creates a direct hotline to the SBA Office of Advocacy that small business owners can call to report unnecessary regulatory burdens on their businesses WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, Congressman Pat Ryan continued his fight for Hudson Valley small business owners, passing two critical bills through the U.S. House of Representatives. Ryan’s bills empower small business owners to lower their costs by cutting through red tape and reporting harmful, unnecessary oversight directly to the Small Business Administration (SBA). The “Small Business Regulatory Reduction Act” alleviates regulatory costs faced by small businesses and requires the Administration to submit an annual report to Congress outlining the impacts of regulations on small businesses. The “DUMP Red Tape Act” creates a direct hotline to the SBA Office of Advocacy that small business owners can call to report federal regulatory overreach. “We don't have billion-dollar corporations in the Hudson Valley. What we proudly do have are tons of small businesses that clothe our kids, feed our families, and employ our friends – they deserve federal policy that lowers costs, not endless red tape,” said Congressman Pat Ryan. “Small businesses are the backbone of our Hudson Valley community. These bills will put the power back where it should be – with the businesses that keep our communities moving forward. I’ll always fight for small businesses, and against policies that screw them over – no matter what.” In 2022 alone, complying with federal regulations cost American small businesses an average of $15,133.57 (adjusted for 2024 dollars) per employee on their payroll. The “Small Business Regulatory Reduction Act” alleviates these costs and requires the Administration… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://tonko.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4500 | Tonko Cheers Nearly $32 Million Award to CDTA for Low- No- Emission Buses | 2025-12-08 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Paul Tonko | T000469 | tonko.house.gov | tonko | https://tonko.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) celebrated the announcement that the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) is receiving an award of $31,787,140 for the acquisition of hybrid Buses and implementation of a new Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system. The funding was awarded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Tonko sent a letter in support of this project to the FTA to help secure this funding. “Residents and visitors across our Capital Region depend on CDTA to get them to their homes, jobs, school, healthcare facilities, and so much more,” Congressman Tonko said. “From strengthening our region’s electric bus fleet, to driving investments with our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to supporting CDTA’s expansion of services to Montgomery County, I’ve never slowed in my effort to support and expand CDTA. This latest tremendous award will further enable CDTA to serve our region, with lasting benefits for our businesses and workers, and to the health of our communities and environment. I’m delighted by this latest funding and will keep my foot on the gas to invest in clean, accessible transportation in our region and beyond.” “We want to thank Congressman Tonko and our Capital Region delegation for helping to advance the needs of CDTA. Thank you to the FTA for awarding us this critical LoNo emission grant that will allow CDTA to purchase partially zero emissions hybrid-electric buses and new technology systems,” said CDTA CEO Frank Annicaro. “This investment supports our long-term commitment to reducing emissions and delivering reliable, sustainable service to the communities we serve. We look forward to continuing our work to bring the best possible service to the Capital Region.” The CDTA serves a ridership of more than 16 million across a 3,586-square-mile area. This project, titled, Acquisition of Deisel-Electric Hybrid Buses and Implementation of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) System for Transit Modernization, would expand accessibility and service to the region. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
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