url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-announces-winners-high-school-congressional-app-challenge-2023,Malliotakis Announces Winners of High School Congressional App Challenge for 2023,2023-12-28,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) - Today Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis announced Marta Bekirman from New Dorp High School placed first in the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for New York’s 11th Congressional District for developing the ""Helping Staten Island"" App. Tobias Lin of Coney Island Prep High School placed second for developing the ""Pick Up Share"" app. Bekirman's ""Helping Staten Island"" App was coded using Java, and allows users to locate different volunteering opportunities, both virtual and in person, throughout Staten Island, and track volunteering hours. I was proud to congratulate Marta for winning our office's Congressional App Challenge two years in a row,” Malliotakis said. “Helping Staten Island would be a fantastic resource for students looking to get involved in our community, track volunteer hours and find ways to give back. When young people volunteer in their communities, they develop essential life skills and a sense of social responsibility that encourages them to be more civically engaged. Marta is extremely creative and I’m proud to recognize her talent along with her efforts to make Staten Island a better place to live, work, and recreate."" ""I was not able to access many volunteering opportunities on Staten Island, so I wanted to create a resource that anyone could use to locate volunteering opportunities,"" Marta said. ""The intended audience is students or people on Staten Island who want to help the community become a better place for volunteering."" The runner up, Tobias Lin of Coney Island Prep High School, created ""Pick Up Share,"" an app that assists busy parents who need someone to drive their children to and from school. The app also includes a database of community trusted after school programs and a page where families can donate old uniforms. ""After witnessing the sheer quantity of emails my mom was receiving regarding busy parents looking for someone to pick up their children from school, I realized that there was nothing out there that would help parents balance their work and parenting at the same time,"" Tobias said. ""I understand that parenting can be very difficult, and many parents may not have the time or energy to take care of their children as much as they would like to due to their jobs. As a result, I set out to design a web application that could help parents all over the world be both better parents and better providers for their children.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-meets-seneca-nation-council,Congressman Nick Langworthy Meets with Seneca Nation Council,2023-12-21,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"IRVING, NY – On Wednesday, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) met with the Seneca Nation Council to discuss the needs and priorities of the Seneca Nation, as well as provide legislative updates. “I’m proud to partner with the Seneca Nation Council to build a better future for the Seneca Nation and our region as a whole — this meeting was a continuation of our strong relationship,” said Congressman Nick Langworthy. “I’ve been a vocal advocate for the renewal of their gaming compact and ensure that the state follows through, protecting thousands of good-paying jobs. We also touched on key projects like the much-needed repairs for Prospect Street and their environmental concerns.” Seneca Nation President Rickey Armstrong, Sr. added, “We were happy to welcome Congressman Langworthy to Seneca territory to meet with members of the Seneca Nation Council. The priority concerns and interests of the Seneca Nation extend from ensuring the sovereignty, safety and well-being of our Nation, our people, and our lands to matters that impact all of Western New York. We look forward to building on today's meeting and working with Congressman Langworthy to make sure our concerns are heard in Washington."" Congressman Nick Langworthy represents the 23rd Congressional District of New York, including Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties and parts of Erie County.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-leads-letter-governor-hochul-urging-adoption-natural-gas-0,Langworthy Leads Letter to Governor Hochul Urging Adoption of Natural Gas Infrastructure Improvements Recommended in Winter Storm Elliot Report,2023-12-21,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) led a letter to Governor Hochul in response to the report issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) analyzing the issues related to the widespread outages during Winter Storm Elliot and recommendations to protect energy access during future winter storms. “We strongly urge you to consider the report’s recommendations to protect natural gas infrastructure, including wellheads, from extreme cold weather, after production was affected during the winter storm threatening the safety of millions of New Yorkers,”the members wrote. “The report produced by FERC and NERC confirmed what we feared about the reliability of our state’s bulk power system operations—the grid—and its endurance during an extreme weather event.” “Despite the report’s conclusion that natural gas remains a critical source of heating and power generation for New Yorkers, the policies carried out by your office and by the New York State Assembly appear to reject these realities,” the letter continued. Read the full letter here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-visits-dunkirk-fire-department-announces-over-76000-federal-funding,"Langworthy Visits Dunkirk Fire Department, Announces Over $76,000 in Federal Funding",2023-12-21,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"DUNKIRK, NY – Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) made a visit to the Dunkirk Fire Department to meet with first responders and announce an Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $76,007. Congressman Langworthy was joined by Fire Chief Michael Edwards. “It’s an honor to thank our dedicated firefighters in person and tour the Dunkirk Fire Station,” said Congressman Langworthy. “I’m proud to announce this significant investment to enable the City of Dunkirk to purchase needed gear, enhancing the capabilities of our local fire department. It’s always been my priority to do what I can to ensure they have the resources they need to do their jobs safely and I look forward to our continued partnership.” The City of Dunkirk intends to use this grant to purchase 14 new radios for the fire department.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1113,REP. MIKE LAWLER ISSUES STATEMENT ON IRELAND TAKING UNITED KINGDOM TO COURT OVER CONTROVERSIAL TROUBLES LEGACY AND RECONCILIATION ACT,2023-12-21,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congressman Lawler released the following statement on Ireland's decision yesterday to take the United Kingdom to the European Court of Human Rights over its controversial Legacy and Reconciliation Act. Representative Lawler led a bipartisan letter last week to Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tánaiste Micheál Martin admonishing the recent passage of the Legacy and Reconciliation Act and urging precisely the course of action taken yesterday. “A great injustice was perpetrated with the recent passage of the Legacy and Reconciliation Act and Ireland is right to take this matter to court,” said Congressman Lawler. “This Act undermines the Good Friday Agreement and neglects the frameworks agreed by Ireland and the UK in the Stormont House Agreement.” “Further, by providing amnesty for heinous crimes and shutting down historical criminal investigations, this Act is a clear violation of human rights for victims of the Troubles,” continued Congressman Lawler. “That is exactly why I urged the Irish government to strongly consider legal action against the UK at the European Court of Human Rights."" “I sincerely appreciate the work of the Irish Government for vocally opposing this Act while it moved through Westminster, and I stand with them as they take this next step,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “While this time is trying for many, I will never stop standing up for the Irish people against this grave injustice. New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-helps-37-immigrants-become-us-citizens-2023,Malliotakis Helps 37 Immigrants Become U.S. Citizens in 2023,2023-12-21,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND, BROOKLYN, NY) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), today announced her office has helped 37 immigrants from 14 different countries become United States citizens in 2023. This brings her total since being elected to Congress to 112, 70 in Richmond County and 42 in Kings County. “While the Biden Administration is prioritizing those who've crossed the border illegally with their 'last in first out' policy, our office has been helping those who did everything right but have been caught in bureaucratic red tape for years, including helping 37 immigrants become American Citizens in 2023 alone. We should be rewarding those that followed the proper process, not punishing them by pushing them further down the line. As the daughter of immigrants, I'm proud to have helped these individuals and wish them continued success as they work to achieve their American Dreams."" The 37 immigrants Malliotakis' office helped become citizens this year came from: Albania, Egypt, China, North Macedonia, Nigeria, Liberia, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Spain, Syria, Uzbekistan, Ukraine, Pakistan and Yemen. 18 became citizens in Richmond County and 19 became citizens in Kings County.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1111,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER RELEASES A STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO COLORADO SUPREME COURT DECISION,2023-12-20,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement following the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to remove former President Donald Trump from the ballot last night. “Similar to the Court of Appeals in New York trying to throw out fair, impartial and competitive congressional district maps, the Colorado Supreme Court is attempting to put their thumb on the scale of our elections, and subvert the will of the voters. In America, people should decide elections, not the courts,” said Congressman Lawler. “Ignoring former President Trump’s constitutional right to due process and unilaterally removing him from the ballot is an egregious overstep of their judicial authority and will only fan the flames of division and anger in the country, which is the last thing we need.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-urges-new-york-prioritize-repayment-federal-ui-loans,"Congresswoman Tenney Urges New York to Prioritize Repayment of Federal UI Loans to Protect Local, Small Businesses",2023-12-20,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Member of the Ways and Means Committee, sent a letter to New York Governor Kathy Hochul urging her to prioritize repayment of the state’s billions of dollars in outstanding federal Unemployment Insurance (UI) loans. The Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) imposes a 6.0 percent gross federal unemployment tax rate on the first $7,000 paid annually by employers to each employee, resulting in a maximum federal tax of $420 per employee per year. Employers in certain states may credit up to 5.4 percentage points of state unemployment taxes paid against the 6.0 percent tax rate, meaning that the typical FUTA tax is $42 per worker per year. However, employers in states whose unemployment insurance funds have outstanding federal advances for two or more consecutive years, like New York, could have their FUTA credit reduced by an additional 0.3 percent for each year the outstanding balance is not repaid in full. This means that New York small businesses, through increased employer taxes, will bear the brunt of Governor Hochul’s irresponsibility and inaction in paying back the state’s federal UI loans. “Governor Hochul’s inaction in paying back New York’s outstanding federal UI loans in a timely manner irresponsibly places that burden on our small businesses and hardworking families,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “At a time of skyrocketing inflation due to President Biden and Governor Hochul’s far-left fiscal policies, Main Street businesses across New York are struggling and are now facing even higher taxes as a result of New York failing to repay its outstanding federal UI loans. During the COVID-19 pandemic, far-left officials in New York forced businesses to shut down, causing disastrous effects on our economy. Now, these same businesses will be forced to help repay the state’s federal UI loans despite the fact that the state had other means to repay the debt. This is reckless management from Governor Hochul and only serves to further hurt New York businesses while they’re already reeling from many other pressures. Today, I sent a letter to Governor Hochul urging New York to prioritize repayment of the outstanding federal UI loans to prevent additional harm to our small, local businesses and workers in New York.” Read the full text of the letter here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-visits-navy-lt-ridge-alkonis-prison-calls-his-immediate-release,"LaLota Visits Navy LT Ridge Alkonis in Prison, Calls for His Immediate Release",2023-12-19,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LOS ANGELES, CA - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a Navy Veteran and a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after he and Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) visited Navy LT Ridge Alkonis in the Metropolitan Detention Center, Los Angeles: “Having visited with LT Alkonis in a federal detention center in Los Angeles today, I am pleased to report that his transfer to U.S. custody has been properly executed by the Bureau of Prisons and the Lieutenant is being treated as fairly as a prisoner can be. Rep. Levin (CA-49) and I were able to meet with LT Alkonis for about 60 minutes and we were impressed by his mental strength and resilience. But make no mistake, despite being back in the United States, Lieutenant Alkonis is still a prisoner, separated every day and night from his family by cement, steel, and barbed wire while serving much more time than if he was found guilty of the same “crime” in the United States,"" said LaLota. ""Unlike when LT Alkonis was in a Japanese prison, each day the Lieutenant wakes up in an American prison is a day the country he faithfully served for 15 years chooses to imprison him beyond the sentence any other American would receive. The President deserves credit for getting LT Alkonis out of a Japanese prison. Now, he must finish the job and exercise his clemency power and give LT Alkonis his freedom back and properly reunite him with his family— before Christmas. Doing so would provide a small amount of justice to the Alkonis family and would help to rebuild confidence among our service members stationed overseas who may one day be accused of a crime by a friendly foreign nation.” Reps. LaLota and Levin with Brittany Alkonis Background: Since being sworn into office in January, LaLota has consistently called for the release of U.S. Navy Lt. Ridge Alkonis. In May, LaLota introduced the Safeguarding Our Forces Abroad (SOFA) Act, which would require the Secretary of Defense, at a rate of one percent per month, to reduce the number of Armed Forces stationed in a “covered nation” where a binding and enforceable Status of Forces Agreement is not in place. Alkonis, who was stationed in Japan, was sentenced to three years in a Japanese prison in October 2021 for negligent driving resulting in the death of two people and injuries to a third person in May 2021. He said he suffered from acute mountain sickness as he was driving with his family from Mount Fuji, which caused him to lose consciousness. That argument was rejected by the court. His appeal was denied in July 2022. Alkonis’ family argued he was ill, not negligent, and therefore committed no crime. They have also noted that they offered the victims’ families over $1 million in restitution, as is customary in Japan. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-announces-over-2-million-federal-funding-suny,Congressman Nick Langworthy Announces Over $2 Million in Federal Funding for SUNY Alfred Research Foundation,2023-12-19,2023,2023-12,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 a U.S. Department of Education grant for the Research Foundation of State University of New York (SUNY) at Alfred in the amount of $2,040,230. This grant is part of the federal Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development Program. “The Research Foundation at SUNY Alfred does great work to advance life-changing research and build our skilled workforce in a number of fields from medicine to artificial intelligence technology,”said Rep. Langworthy. “This investment will allow the Research Foundation to open new doors for local students and drive innovation in our community. I’m proud to support their efforts and look forward to our continued partnership to pursue new educational opportunities and economic development in our region.” According to the Department of Education, the purpose of the Rural Postsecondary & Economic Development Grant Program is to improve rates of postsecondary enrollment, persistence, and completion among rural students through development of high-quality career pathways aligned to high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand industry sectors and occupations in the region. Congressman Nick Langworthy represents the 23rd Congressional District of New York, including Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties and parts of Erie County. Visit langworthy.house.gov.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-create-medically-tailored-meals,Malliotakis Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Create Medically Tailored Meals Pilot Program for Seniors,2023-12-19,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), along with Representatives James P. McGovern (D-MA), Chellie Pingree (D-ME), Dwight Evans (D-PA) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced bipartisan legislation to establish a nationwide pilot program through Medicare to provide medically-tailored meals to seniors with diet-impacted diseases, building a more resilient and cost-effective health care system. Specifically, The Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Demonstration Pilot Act (H.R. 6780) would test various Medicare payment and delivery models to improve health outcomes for some of the nation’s most vulnerable seniors, reduce the rate of hospital readmissions, and increase access to healthy foods while saving the Medicare program, and ultimately taxpayers, money. “The large majority of seniors 60 years of age and up are living with one or more chronic health conditions that can limit their ability to shop or cook for themselves,” said Congresswoman Malliotakis. “By establishing a Medicare-covered pilot program to deliver nutritious and medically tailored meals to homes, we can provide our vulnerable seniors with peace of mind, improve their overall health and lower their healthcare costs by reducing their hospital readmission rates.” “Researchers have long-established the link between what we eat and our overall health, yet our institutions, be it Congress or our health care system, have traditionally prioritized expensive hospital stays and Big Pharma profits, while avoiding investments in evidence-based approaches that can save lives and save taxpayers money,” said Congressman McGovern. “Our bipartisan bill finally embraces the commonsense thinking that food is medicine. It can lower hospital admissions, improve outcomes, and transform health and healing. Piloting a medically tailored meals program was a thoughtful recommendation from the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health and I’m grateful to the incredible medically tailored meal providers across America, like Community Servings right here in Massachusetts, who are doing the hard work on the ground every day. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this important bill.” “Nutritious food is foundational to good health. We have long understood that interventions to improve access and affordability of healthy, nutritious foods are effective, improving health outcomes and lowering health care spending,” said Congresswoman Pingree. “Medically tailored meals have been shown to reduce inpatient hospital admissions and emergency department visits. With more than half of U.S. adults over 65 suffering from one or more chronic conditions, advancing Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Demonstration Pilot Act would have a major impact for vulnerable populations. I’m proud to be an original cosponsor of this legislation to help strengthen Medicare and help older Mainers and Americans thrive.” “I have long said that food is medicine, and this bill would use that principle to help fill a serious gap for many vulnerable seniors,” said Congressman Evans. ""Medically-tailored meals are often a health necessity for seniors and those battling serious health challenges,"" said Congressman Fitzpatrick. ""I am proud to join this bipartisan legislation to ensure that individuals who are in need of specialized diets in my district and communities across the country can utilize Medicare benefits for these meals."" “Including medically tailored meals (MTMs) in healthcare is not just the right thing to do, it is the smart thing to do: access to MTMs reduce costs, improve health and change lives,” said Executive Director of the Food is Medicine Coalition Alissa Wassung. “As the leader of The Food is Medicine Coalition (FIMC), the national coalition of the nonprofits who created the community-based medically tailored meal intervention nearly 40 years ago and maintain the nutrition standards for them, we believe that the introduction of this bill is a significant step toward making this lifesaving service more accessible to those who need it and building a more equitable healthcare system.” Read the full text of the legislation HERE. What does the Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Demonstration Pilot Act do? The bill would establish a 4-year nationwide demonstration program through Medicare to provide MTMs to eligible Medicare beneficiaries with diet-impacted diseases -- such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes or COPD, at 20 hospitals – with special consideration given to those in rural and underserved areas. Selected hospitals must partner with a community MTM organization to provide two home-delivered MTMs per day to eligible seniors for at least 12 weeks. By definition, MTMs are individually tailored to the medical needs of recipients by Registered Dieticians (RDNs). The bill requires an evaluation of various payment and delivery models, specifically aimed at testing delivery options in rural areas. A final evaluation will also include an assessment of the impact MTMs have on readmissions, hospital costs, and clinical outcomes. How are Medically Tailored Meals different from Meals on Wheels? One of the most common questions is how these two important nutrition interventions for seniors differ. The key difference between MTMs and the meals provided under Meals on Wheels program is that MTMs must be recommended by a healthcare professional, designed by RDNs and are individually tailored to the specific health needs of the recipient. Recipients of the MTM intervention receive ongoing nutrition counseling, education and, if needed, medical nutrition therapy from an RDN throughout their receipt of meals.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-introduces-backing-2013-brussels-agreement-act,Congresswoman Tenney Introduces the BACKING the 2013 Brussels Agreement Act,2023-12-19,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) introduced the Backing the Agreed-upon Compromises by Kosovo Imposed by the Negotiated Guarantees of the 2013 Brussels Agreement or the BACKING the 2013 Brussels Agreement Act. In 2013, the European Union helped broker the 2013 Brussels Agreement between Serbia and Kosovo to alleviate tensions between the two countries. Kosovo has failed to uphold many of its key commitments under the agreement, such as the formation of an Association of Serb-majority Municipalities and a unified police force, which have remained unfulfilled. Additionally, Kosovo has denied equal rights to Kosovo Serbs. Kosovo’s failure to fulfill this agreement violates international norms and creates tension and instability in the Balkans. This bill would prohibit any further United States assistance to Kosovo until certain conditions outlined in the 2013 Brussels Agreement are implemented. ""As we witness the ongoing oppression and discrimination against Kosovo Serbs due to the failure to implement key provisions of the 2013 Brussels Agreement, it is imperative that the United States takes a stand for democracy, peace, and stability in the region,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “The BACKING the 2013 Brussels Agreement Act sends the clear message that our assistance should align with the principles of the 2013 agreement, and we stand firmly against actions that undermine the rights and well-being of Kosovo Serbs. This legislation reflects our commitment to fostering peace and holding Prime Minister Albin Kurti and the Kosovan Government accountable.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-visits-elmira-fire-headquarters-announces-over-276000-federal,"Langworthy Visits Elmira Fire Headquarters, Announces Over $276,000 in Federal Funding",2023-12-18,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"ELMIRA, N.Y. – Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) made a visit to the City of Elmira’s Fire Headquarters to meet with first responders and announce an Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $276,545. Congressman Langworthy was joined at the fire department by Elmira Mayor Dan Mandell. “It’s an honor to thank Elmira’s firefighters in person for putting their lives on the line for our community every single day,” said Congressman Langworthy. “It’s always been my priority to do what I can to ensure our first responders have the resources they need to do their jobs safely. I’m proud to announce this significant grant that will enable the City of Elmira to purchase new gear and enhance the capabilities of our local fire department.” Mayor Dan Mandell said, “We are grateful for Congressman Langworthy's partnership with the City of Elmira to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. This funding will play a pivotal role in equipping our firefighters with the latest tools and resources they need to carry out their duties safely and effectively.” The City of Elmira intends to use this grant to purchase 40 new Scott Air Packs and 80 air bottles. Congressman Langworthy sent a letter to FEMA to advocate for this grant on behalf of the city in May. According to FEMA, the primary goal of these grants is to enhance the safety and effectiveness of first responders while also improving their ability to respond to emergencies and disasters. They aim to address the evolving needs of first responders, from advanced equipment acquisition and updating aging vehicles to safety improvement and training programs. Congressman Nick Langworthy represents the 23rd Congressional District of New York, including Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties and parts of Erie County. Visit langworthy.house.gov.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1109,REP. LAWLER AND PROBLEMS SOLVERS CAUCUS COLLEAGUES ENDORSE LEGISLATION IMPROVING CHILD CARE ACCESS FOR POLICE OFFICERS,2023-12-18,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Last week, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of H.R.2722, the Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act of 2023. The bipartisan legislation was introduced by Congressman Scott Peters (CA-50) and has 18 cosponsors, equally Republican and Democratic, thirteen of whom are Members of the Problem Solvers Caucus. The Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act of 2023 seeks to combat the recent rise in law enforcement resignations and retirements by addressing the need for reliable child care. Law enforcement officers often work nontraditional hours, and accessible child care is a critical need for officers and their families. The proposed grant pilot program outlined in the legislation would operate under the Child Care Development Block Grant Program to fund the establishment of local law enforcement child care facilities throughout the country. Expanded child care options will aid the recruitment and retention of exceptional officer candidates at a time when law enforcement agencies have fewer employees than they did five years ago. “With crime on the rise and the costs of basic necessities skyrocketing, our law enforcement heroes shouldn’t have to worry about the wellbeing of their children while they put their lives on the line for us and our families. I’m proud to support the Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act and am glad that this legislation has met the threshold for endorsement by the Problem Solvers Caucus. I look forward to working with my colleagues to get this important legislation passed and I will always back the blue,” said Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17). “Access to quality, reliable child care is essential to recruitment and retention of the best, most representative, and diverse police force we can have, particularly as we seek to attract more women to the ranks,” said Congressman Scott Peters (CA-50). “I am thrilled that the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus has overwhelmingly endorsed our commonsense legislation to bolster childcare availability for police officers who work non-standard hours. San Diego is leading the way to expand child care opportunities for police officers and I am proud to support those efforts at the federal level.” “Police Departments across the Central Valley are struggling to recruit and retain new police officers, further stressing our existing officers and putting the safety of our communities at risk,” said Congressman David Valadao (CA-22). “The Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act will expand childcare access for officers, who often work nonstandard hours, and reduce barriers to entry to ensure we can recruit the best talent into our law enforcement agencies. I’m proud to be an original co-sponsor of this bill, and look forward to working with my Problem Solvers colleagues to move this common-sense legislation forward.” “As a parent, I know just how stressful childcare can be when it’s not available. Every day, our law enforcement officers wake up, put on a bulletproof vest, and kiss their families goodbye. The least we can do is ensure they have access to affordable and reliable childcare. They have our backs every day, it’s time we get theirs,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Co-Chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus. “That’s why I’m incredibly proud that the members of the Problem Solvers Caucus have endorsed the bipartisan Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act.” “Child care options and flexibility are critical for parents across the workforce, including our brave police officers,” said Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Co-Chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.“The bipartisan Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act will create grants for child care facilities for children of law enforcement officers to boost the declining law enforcement retention rate and ensure that these community heroes have more accessibility to child care.” “I’m proud to support the bipartisan Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act. Our brave men and women in blue put their lives on the line to protect our communities, and they deserve to have reliable access to affordable child care. I’ll continue working on policies that support current law enforcement officers and encourage more people to join the field,” Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) said. “The bipartisan Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act builds on the work I’ve done over the past several years to help with law enforcement recruitment and retention in Minnesota and nationwide. These steps to expand child care access for police officers will help build a stronger and more diverse workforce and, by extension, make our communities safer. I’m proud to support this common sense, bipartisan bill and urge House leadership to bring it to a vote,” said Congresswoman Angie Craig (MN-02). “Accessible childcare is crucial to recruiting qualified police officers to keep our communities safe,” said Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28). “This bill will make childcare more affordable for our police officers who protect us every day. I stand with the men and women in blue and will continue fighting for them and their families.” “Our men and women in blue have a hard enough time making it through the day, and it is essential they have the means to support their families,” said Congressman Don Davis (NC-01). “We must ensure our law enforcement officers have adequate access to child care so they don’t have to worry about their children and fully focus on the bad guys.” “It’s simple – keeping our families safe starts by recruiting and retaining top-tier police officers. That’s why I’m so proud of the Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act,” said Congressman Josh Harder (CA-09). “Making sure our officers have access to quality, affordable child care means we increase the pool of talented, diverse recruits and keeps officers on the job protecting our communities. This bipartisan bill is a no-brainer – with the backing of the Problem Solvers Caucus, let’s get it over the finish line.” “Our police are often working long shifts at unusual hours which could make their home lives extremely difficult, especially if they are a single parent,” Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) said. “The least we can do to give our officers peace of mind while they’re on the clock is ensuring their children are being well-taken care of. When they know their children are safe, they can better focus on protecting our communities.” “I am proud to cosponsor the Providing Child Care for Police Officers Actand have the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus endorse the bill. You shouldn’t have to choose between being a parent and being a police officer. This bill is going to make childcare more affordable and accessible to the law enforcement community. With this effort, we aim to improve recruitment and retention rates for police departments and better outcomes for children in police families,” said Congressman Marc Molinaro (NY-19). “The Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act is an important bipartisan effort that’ll help bolster law enforcement while expanding access to child care, and I’m pleased to see it has hit the threshold for endorsement by the Problem Solvers Caucus membership,” said Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13). “In Congress, I’ll continue to work in a bipartisan way to deliver common sense, family-friendly policies like this that’ll also support law enforcement and keep our communities safe.” “I am proud to stand beside my community-focused colleagues in the Problem Solvers Caucus as we endorse the Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act. This bipartisan legislation is a crucial step towards supporting our brave men and women in law enforcement, ensuring that they have access to quality childcare while they protect and serve our communities. By providing this much-needed support, we are not only investing in the well-being of our police officers and their families but also strengthening the overall safety and security of our neighborhoods. Alaska often struggles to attract and retain officers and their families, particularly in rural communities, and this bill helps address this by setting aside funding for smaller police forces. I’m grateful to my colleagues for taking up this issue and finding a bipartisan way to help our police officers,” said Congresswoman Mary Peltola (AK-AL). “As police departments in Michigan and across the country work to keep our communities safe, it’s important that we do what we can to support their officers and their families,” said Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin (MI-07). “This legislation will provide federal funding to police departments, local governments, and child care providers to open new child care centers, which will make careers in law enforcement a real option for new parents. As we face crises of affordable, accessible childcare and police staffing shortages, this legislation will address both head-on.” The bill is supported by the National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO). The full text of the bill can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-announces-150000-rural-development-grant-village-hammondsport,"Langworthy Announces $150,000 Rural Development Grant for the Village of Hammondsport",2023-12-15,2023,2023-12,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 an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Rural Development Grant for the Village of Hammondsport in the amount of $150,000. This grant will be used to construct a village-owned wastewater collection and treatment system to address needs in the business district. “This investment in Hammondsport’s business district will increase opportunities for economic growth and enhance the overall quality of life for residents and businesses alike,” said Rep. Langworthy. “Access to reliable wastewater infrastructure is essential for the prosperity of our communities, and this grant is a crucial step in ensuring that our region remains a vibrant and thriving community for generations to come.” “We are grateful for the support of the Appalachian Regional Commission and Congressman Nick Langworthy in securing these much-needed infrastructure dollars for the Village of Hammondsport,” said Mayor Jean Jensen. “This financial assistance will lead to the installation of over 4,000 feet of sewer lines and a septic system for the village square and downtown area. This project is a much-needed improvement, and a big boost to support our local businesses.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/fy24ndaa,LaLota Secures Wins and Supports Soldiers in Annual Defense Bill,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a Navy Veteran and a member of the Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after voting YES on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2023. “As a Navy Veteran and a member of the Armed Services Committee, I am proud to send the Commander in Chief a strong NDAA. This bill gives our troops the largest pay increase in decades, helps deter conflict with China, ensures our soldiers stationed overseas have the same legal protections as every American, supports military families, and ensures accountability and transparency in government,” said LaLota. “While this NDAA didn’t contain the FISA reforms America needs, I joined with other pragmatic and common sense conservatives in supporting this bill that will go a long way to ensuring our military remains the most lethal fighting force the world has ever known.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: The House Armed Services Committee plays an instrumental role in ensuring our military has the policies and resources necessary to defend America. The culmination of the committee’s work is passing the NDAA, the annual bill that provides funding and policy updates to the Department of Defense. The NDAA is an annual and historically bipartisan bill that authorizes funding levels and provides authorities for the U.S. military and other critical defense priorities, ensuring our troops have the training, equipment, and resources they need to carry out their missions. In this year’s NDAA are several of LaLota’s priorities: Ensuring legal protections for servicemembers stationed overseas to ensure they have the right to counsel, competent translation services, a prompt trial, and other protections our servicemembers have earned and deserve; A 5.2% across-the-board pay raise for servicemembers, the largest single pay increase in over twenty years; Fully funding military exercises with our allies and partners in the Pacific to counter China’s growing reach; Including $676 million for 9/11-related healthcare; Mitigating the ability of foreign businesses to buy land near American military bases; Reviewing of the Department of Defense on if they are contracting with companies that violate the U.S. Export Control Act, specifically concerning conducting business with China and Russia; Authorizing $153 million over the budget request for the construction of new childcare centers; Authorizing over $280 million to build new schools for military children; Authorizing $50 million in Impact Aid assistance to public schools with military-dependent students and an additional $10 million in assistance to local schools teaching children with severe disabilities; Requiring a review of the availability of mental health services in military schools; Improving the Basic Allowance for Housing calculation to increase reimbursement for junior enlisted servicemembers and counteract soaring rental rates; Making more servicemembers living in high-cost areas eligible for additional cost-of-living allowances; Encouraging DoD to utilize rare earth minerals mined in the U.S. over foreign minerals; Creating a Special Inspector General to oversee all U.S. security assistance to Ukraine and to thoroughly investigate any instance of waste, fraud, abuse, corruption, or diversion of weapons; Providing the IG with direct hire authority to rapidly expand the number of auditors reviewing Ukraine security assistance; Requiring GAO to assess DoD’s end-use monitoring programs and provide recommendations to Congress on ways to strengthen them; Authorizing $38 million over the budget request for new family housing; Authorizing $356 million over the budget request to renovate and build new barracks; Continuing the prohibition on adverse action on any servicemember who refuses to take the COVID-19 vaccine, including cadets and midshipmen at service academies; Fully funding the deployment of National Guard troops in support of Border Patrol activities at the southwest border; Requiring DoD to use or transfer to southwest border states all border wall materials in its possession; and Prohibiting DoD from contracting with any CCP-owned or controlled company operating in the U.S.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalotaalkonis1,"LaLota Applauds Release of Navy Lt. Ridge Alkonis, Calls for Congress to Pass Bill to Protect Servicemembers",2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a Navy Veteran and a member of the Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after it was announced that U.S. Navy Lt. Ridge Alkonis would be coming home from Japanese prison. “I am thrilled to see Lt. Alkonis is returning home after being unjustly imprisoned in Japan. I met with his incredible wife and children this year and have consistently called for our government to bring him home,” said LaLota. “Congress must now pass my Safeguarding Our Forces Abroad Act to ensure other servicemembers are treated better than the substandard way Lt. Alkonis was treated. It is imperative we do everything we can to support our men and women in uniform, and making sure they are afforded Due Process, including the right to counsel, sends a clear message that the United States stands with and supports those who defend our freedoms.” Image LaLota Meeting with the Alkonis Family in July of 2023 Background: Since being sworn into office in January, LaLota has consistently called for the release of U.S. Navy Lt. Ridge Alkonis. In May, LaLota introduced the Safeguarding Our Forces Abroad (SOFA) Act, which would require the Secretary of Defense, at a rate of one percent per month, to reduce the number of Armed Forces stationed in a “covered nation” where a binding and enforceable Status of Forces Agreement is not in place. Alkonis, who was stationed in Japan, was sentenced to three years in a Japanese prison in October 2021 for negligent driving resulting in the death of two people and injuries to a third person in May 2021. He said he suffered from acute mountain sickness as he was driving with his family from Mount Fuji, which caused him to lose consciousness. That argument was rejected by the court. His appeal was denied in July 2022. Alkonis’ family argued he was ill, not negligent, and therefore committed no crime. They have also noted that they offered the victims’ families over $1 million in restitution, as is customary in Japan.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1099,U.S. REPS. LAWLER AND TORRES SUCCESSFULLY PASS BILL TO CREATE SPECIAL ENVOY FOR ABRAHAM ACCORDS THROUGH BOTH CHAMBERS OF CONGRESS; HEADING TO PRESIDENT BIDEN'S DESK,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, a bill to create a new position at the State Department, a Special Presidential Envoy for the Abraham Accords, passed in the House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by U.S. Representatives Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Ritchie Torres (NY-15) and passed Congress through the National Defense Authorization Act of 2024 (NDAA). Once signed by President Biden, the legislation will require the State Department to establish an ambassador-level Special Presidential Envoy for the Abraham Accords – the landmark U.S.-sanctioned 2020 and 2021 normalization agreements between Israel and Bahrain, UAE, Morocco, and Sudan. The Special Envoy would be responsible for coordinating on behalf of the U.S. government with regional ambassadors, nongovernmental organizations, and other stakeholders to strengthen and expand the Accords. “Today, the House passed the NDAA by a broad bipartisan vote. This year’s NDAA included policy Rep. Torres and I championed to establish the position of Special Presidential Envoy for the Abraham Accords, Negev Forum, and Related Integration and Normalization Fora and Agreements at the State Department. This is a momentous step towards long-term peace in the Middle East,” said Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17). “It underscores the United States’ commitment to strengthening and expanding this historic set of agreements that marked the first normalization of relations between Israel and Arab-majority countries in two decades. In establishing this diplomatic envoy, we also increase the prospects of bringing additional partners into the Accords, including Saudi Arabia. This feat is something Rep. Torres and I have been working on all year to achieve. H.R.3099, the Special Envoy for the Abraham Accords Act, was my first bill to pass the House. That bill passed the House 413 to 13. With today’s vote, language establishing a Special Presidential Envoy is on its way to the White House, where President Biden is expected to sign it into law.” “Building a bridge between Israel and the Arab world is neither a Democratic value nor a Republican value -- it is an American value. The Abraham Accords are an affirmation of Arab-Israeli peace and must be protected and strengthened,” said Rep. Ritchie Torres (NY-15). “Today, with the full passage of this bill in the House, we are bending the long arc of the Middle East in its proper direction – toward peace and prosperity for Jewish people, Christians, and Muslims. And especially at this moment of increased uncertainty about Israel’s future as the war with Hamas rages it, it is more important than ever that we fight to protect Israel’s global standing and partnerships. The U.S.-Israel relationship is sacrosanct, and today’s vote is further proof of that.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1101,REP. LAWLER JOINS WILLIAMS AND NY DELEGATION COLLEAGUES IN SENDING LETTER SUPPORTING MICRON'S APPLICATION FOR CHIPS AND SCIENCE ACT FUNDING,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Yesterday, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) joined U.S. Representatives Brandon Williams (NY-22), Elise Stefanik (NY-21), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Brian Higgins (NY-26), Marc Molinaro (NY-19), Ritchie Torres (NY-15), Paul Tonko (NY-20), Yvette Clarke (NY-9), Nick Lalota (NY-1), Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Grace Meng (NY-6), Nydia Velázquez (NY-7), Dan Goldman (NY-10), Anthony D’Esposito (NY-4), Jerrold Nadler (NY-12), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Pat Ryan (NY-18), Joe Morelle (NY-25), Gregory Meeks (NY-5), Jamaal Bowman (NY-16), and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) in sending a letter to the Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, expressing support for the application from Micron Technology for federal CHIPS and Science Act funding. In the letter, led by Congressman Brandon Williams, the New York Congressional Delegation wrote in support of Micron Technology, Inc.'s (“Micron”) applications for federal CHIPS and Science Act funding to support Micron’s significant planned semiconductor manufacturing investments in the United States. CHIPS and Science Act funding is critical to helping overcome the economic hurdles associated with repatriating semiconductor manufacturing to the U.S. The Member’s concurred that CHIPS funding in support of Micron’s once-in-a-generation investments in U.S. manufacturing and workforce development, will pave the way for U.S. technological and manufacturing leadership into the twenty-first century, and lead to a more prosperous, secure, and innovative America. “Micron’s planned manufacturing investments in New York will revitalize American manufacturing, create thousands of new jobs, and lead to the hiring of more than 1,500 veterans over the next decade. That’s a win-win-win,” said Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17). “I’m proud to join more than 20 colleagues on this bipartisan letter in support of Micron’s applications for federal CHIPS and Science Act funding. This is a worthy investment that will pay dividends for New York and for our nation.” “The CHIPS and Science Act was a significant victory in bringing back American manufacturing and one of the largest investments has made it possible for Micron Technology to come to NY-22. Bringing jobs and prosperity to Central New York and Mohawk Valley families, while enhancing our national security,” said Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22). “This bipartisan letter proves that Central New York is the new “Silicon Empire”—bringing strategic and long-term investment back to our region and signaling that it’s time for our families and friends to come back home, the jobs are on their way.” “Continued investment in our high-tech industries is critical to ensuring our country’s long-term workforce development and economic competitiveness—and nowhere is better poised to spearhead these leading-edge innovations than right here in Upstate New York,” said Congressman Joe Morelle (NY-25). “I’m proud to join a bipartisan group of colleagues from New York State and call on the U.S. Department of Commerce to support Micron’s application for federal funding under the CHIPS and Science Act. This project has unlimited potential for our region—and with this funding, I know they’ll only be able to accomplish more for our community, our workforce, and our entire country.” ""Micron’s transformational investment in Upstate New York has the potential to create spin off businesses throughout the region, good paying job opportunities, and a level of prosperity that hasn’t been seen in this part of the country in decades,” said Congressman Marc Molinaro (NY-19). “We fully support Micron’s CHIPS funding application and will do everything in our power to make sure this project is a success."" “Our nation’s leadership in semiconductor development is a critical part of a strong, secure, and efficient economy,” said Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26). “Micron has made a long-term commitment to Upstate New York that will support thousands of sustainable, good-paying jobs in advanced manufacturing, as well as research and development. Federal funding provided for these planned projects is not only an investment in a competitive and prosperous future for our country, but also the workforces and communities that will support them. I am proud to join my colleagues across New York State in supporting Micron’s application for grant funding included in the historic CHIPS and Science Act.” View or download the letter, here. New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/following-food-insecurity-issues-staten-island-service-members-malliotakis,"Following Food Insecurity Issues For Staten Island Service Members, Malliotakis Delivers Largest Military Pay Raise in 20 Years",2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), today released the following statement regarding her vote in support of the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that increases basic military pay and examines Staten Island's Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH): ""Last year, 25% of active-duty service members relied of some sort of food assistance to survive, including more than 300 U.S. Coast Guard families at Staten Island's Fort Wadsworth. This is unacceptable and exactly why today I proudly voted for the NDAA to give our service members a 5.2% basic pay increase in January - on top of the 4.6% raise they received this year - which is the largest pay raise in twenty years. Not only this, but we've also fought to include my legislative language that requires the Secretary of Defense to examine the calculation for Staten Island's BAH rate, which has historically been lower than every other borough of New York City. When I came to Congress I immediately began advocating to increase the BAH for Staten Island military men and women and today, they are receiving more than $500 more, with the average BAH being $3,786. Additionally, today's legislation will require a study to further examine how we can help put Staten Island service members on par with the rest of the city. The passage of this bill is a win for the American people and our service members who've sacrificed so much for our nation and deserve to live comfortably."" Malliotakis also worked with colleagues to ensure the bill included language authorizing $676 million to the World Trade Center Health Program to cover rising costs of treatment for New York City first responders who are today suffering with 9/11 related illnesses.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/advocacy-groups-local-military-installations-praise-congresswoman-tenneys-vote,Advocacy Groups for Local Military Installations Praise Congresswoman Tenney’s Vote for the FY24 NDAA,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), which passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 310-118. This legislation includes two of Congresswoman Tenney’s amendments aimed at strengthening U.S. national security. “The United States continues to face a widespread array of threats from adversaries like China, Iran, and Russia, who continue to jeopardize our national security and international stability,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “While this year's NDAA isn't perfect, it's a significant step towards modernizing our military, strengthening readiness, and improving our defense capabilities. This NDAA would authorize $874.2 billion in spending for national defense discretionary programs, a $16 billion increase from the FY 2023 enacted level, and a 5.2% pay increase for servicemembers, the largest pay increase in over 20 years. “The passage of the FY24 NDAA enforces House Republicans' mission to rid our military of the woke agenda pressed on them by the Biden administration and restores the military’s focus on our military’s lethality. For example, this bill reiterates the need for promotions based on merit while also banning many woke policies, such as drag shows on military bases and teaching CRT in our DOD schools and Service Academies. “I was especially pleased that the bill included two of my amendments to require a report on CENTCOM’s capability gaps and on the threats posed by unmanned aircraft to military bases and installations. I am eager to continue advocating for all our servicemembers and their families, especially those stationed at Fort Drum, Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, and New York’s 24th Congressional District. House Republicans’ unwavering commitment to our national security and servicemembers was reiterated today. I am thrilled that our Armed Forces will continue to have the resources they need to defend the freedoms bestowed to us by our great nation.” “The FY24 NDAA is great news for Fort Drum. Installation resiliency is a key factor in determining military value, and the well-field expansion project certainly contributes to Fort Drum’s resiliency. We’re pleased as well that our local schools will continue to receive impact aid under the NDAA, which reduces school taxes in those impacted districts. Finally, we are glad that our service members will receive a 5.2% pay raise, the largest in over 20 years. Advocate Drum is proud to strongly support the FY24 NDAA,” said David J. Zembiec, Chair of Advocate Drum. “We appreciate the support that Congresswoman Tenney has shown to the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station and her vote in favor of the FY24 NDAA. From the very beginnings of our nation, we have depended upon the National Guard to be there to assist in protecting our nation. Today our Army and Air Force continue in this great tradition of calling upon our citizen soldiers and airmen to carry out their mission. To say that we are creating a Space National Guard really is a misnomer as in reality it already exists with over 1,000 airmen who have been carrying out the space mission since 1996 within the National Guard. We hope that at the end of this study we continue to do what has been successful in the past. At a time in our nation when we are looking to find efficient methods for the defense of our nation why would we not look to the tried and true solutions of the past. The National Guard has been a tried and true example of what works,” said John A. Cooper, Sr., Chairman, Niagara Military Affairs Council (NIMAC). “Congresswoman Tenney is steadfast in her commitment to support enhanced investments in the Air Force Research Laboratory Information Directorate (AFRL/RI) to boost our nation's research and technological capabilities, including the critically important field of quantum, the first and only government-owned UAS Traffic Management system and future Advanced Air Mobility system, counter UAS and artificial intelligence. Her vote in favor of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act is a demonstration of the Congresswoman’s unwavering support for Rome Lab and the investments in technology that are critical to our warfighter and our nation's security,” said MC Chruscicki, Central New York Defense Alliance Executive Director. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-introduces-ensuring-pbm-competition-act,Congresswoman Tenney Introduces the Ensuring PBM Competition Act,2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today introduced the Ensuring PBM Competition Act to prohibit any Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) participating in Medicare from owning a pharmacy. The bill grants PBMs five years after the date of enactment to divest their pharmacy ownership, with an allotment for the Secretary of Health and Human Services to grant a two-year delay if needed. Specifically, this bill prohibits any pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) that, directly or indirectly, owns, controls, or has a financial interest in a pharmacy from participating in Medicare and offering Medicare Part D plans. Currently, the top 3 largest PBMs control almost 80% of the PBM marketplace, undermining competition in our drug insurance market. This also creates enormous problems for local pharmacies, which can often have trouble competing for inclusion in PBM coverage networks with large national pharmacy chains, which are often directly owned by the PBMs themselves. In addition, many PBMs are now requiring certain drugs to be bought from online-only pharmacies, which are also often owned by the PBM. It is time to separate the PBM from the pharmacy marketplace to ensure fair competition and local access to prescription drugs. “The Ensuring PBM Competition Act is a significant step towards fostering a healthcare environment that prioritizes fairness, competition, and, most importantly, the well-being of the American people,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “It is simply unfair to force our local pharmacies to compete with pharmacies which are owned by the PBMs themselves. When these smaller pharmacies shut down, they often leave smaller communities without any easy access to their prescription drugs or the guidance provided by a trusted pharmacist. It is our responsibility to ensure they can compete in a fair marketplace.” Read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressmen-langworthy-molinaro-announce-more-275-million-federal-funding,"Congressmen Langworthy, Molinaro Announce More than $2.75 Million in Federal Funding for the Waverly Central School District",2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressmen Nick Langworthy (NY-23) and Marc Molinaro (NY-19) announced a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Grant for the Waverly Central School District in the amount of $2,750,113. This grant is intended for the operation of the Chemung Center for Innovation, including purchasing new equipment like Aquaculture supplies, computers, and software. “This significant investment in the Chemung Center for Innovation will ensure that future students have access to quality education and job training opportunities,”said Congressman Langworthy.“This new facility sets out to provide students with the skills to succeed in sectors across our local economy from agriculture to manufacturing. I’m proud to work with Congressman Molinaro and local leaders to secure this grant and position our region to be a future leader in innovation.” Rep. Molinaro said, “This investment will improve educational outcomes and prepare our students for the evolving job landscape. With a dedicated focus on agriculture, clean energy, drone technology, and engineering, this project reflects our commitment to fostering a forward-thinking education system. It's about empowering students with the precise skills required to excel in emerging industries, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future."" “The acceptance of the $2.7 million grant from the USDA marks a significant milestone for the Chemung community and Waverly Central School District,”said Dr. Eric Knolles, Superintendent of the Waverly Central School District. “This generous grant will pave the way for the establishment of the Chemung Innovation Center in Chemung, NY, showcasing a commitment to advancing education in key sectors. The project's emphasis on providing students with access to coursework in agriculture, clean energy, drone technology, and engineering is not only timely but also reflects a forward-thinking approach to education. By investing in these critical fields, the initiative not only supports the growth and diversification of the local economy but also ensures that students are well-equipped with the skills needed for the jobs of the future. We are grateful for the partnership from the USDA and the opportunity this will provide for our students and community.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-votes-open-biden-impeachment-inquiry,Langworthy Votes to Open Biden Impeachment Inquiry,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) released the following statement after today’s vote to formally open an impeachment inquiry into President Biden: “As a member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, I have been directly engaged with Chairman Comer and my colleagues in a key part of the investigations that brought us to where we are today,” said Congressman Langworthy. “We have evidence that President Biden repeatedly lied to the American public about his involvement in his family’s corrupt foreign business deals, and he’s obstructed our investigation at every turn. I voted to open an impeachment inquiry as the logical next step to obtain the answers that the American people deserve.” Congressman Nick Langworthy represents the 23rd Congressional District of New York, including Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties and parts of Erie County.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1091,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER RELEASES STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO SUPREME COURT'S DECISION TO HEAR CASE ON MIFEPRISTONE ACCESS,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congressman Mike Lawler released the following statement after the Supreme Court announced it would hear a case regarding access to Mifepristone. ""As I said when running for Congress, I do not support any efforts to establish a national ban on abortion, whether it be through Congress or through the judicial system,” said Congressman Lawler. “The Supreme Court needs to stand down. A federal law revoking a woman’s access to mifepristone would violate the rights of state representatives and the people who elect them to make these decisions.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1093,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER HERALDS PASSAGE OF IGO ANTI-BOYCOTT ACT THROUGH HOUSE FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement after his bill, H.R 3016, the IGO Anti-Boycott Act, passed 42-3 through the House Foreign Affairs Committee. “The IGO Anti-Boycott Act is an important measure in the global fight against antisemitism,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “By protecting U.S. companies from being forced to participate in boycotts against allied countries, Congress is firmly stating our proactive opposition to the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement and other foreign boycotts that stand counter to American ideals."" “The BDS movement is rooted in denying Israel’s right to exist and denying the Jewish State the right to engage in commerce,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “This legislation will send a clear message to the BDS movement that the United States stands with Israel and always will.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City, is home to one of the largest Jewish populations in the country, and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1095,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER RELEASES STATEMENT ON IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement after the House passed a measure to move forward with an impeachment inquiry. “For the past eleven months, the House Oversight, Judiciary, and Ways and Means Committees have been conducting multiple investigations into the financial dealings of the Biden Family. These committees have uncovered foreign transactions totaling over $24 million passing through at least 20 shell companies to the Biden family — including payments to Joe Biden — and its business associates from Chinese, Russian, Romanian, and Ukrainian businesses and oligarchs,” said Congressman Lawler. “In addition, there were over 170 suspicious activity reports filed by banks and financial institutions questioning the legitimacy of these payments."" ""Is it enough to impeach the president today? No. Not for me,” stated Congressman Lawler. “However, the White House's refusal to turn over additional information, including their failure to comply with subpoenas, is deeply concerning and has necessitated a more formal approach to get the whole truth.” “That is why, I have decided to support this impeachment inquiry and voted to authorize it moving forward. We will follow the facts and evidence wherever they may lead,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “To my constituents, I promise to approach this inquiry with the seriousness it demands, keeping in mind the core American value that someone is always innocent until proven guilty - and you will always have my word that I'll put what’s right for our country before what’s right for my party.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-statement-biden-impeachment-inquiry-0,Malliotakis Statement on Biden Impeachment Inquiry,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) - Today Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis issued the following statement regarding her vote in support of formalizing the House's impeachment investigation into President Joe Biden over his family's shady business dealings. ""Over the past year, the Judiciary, Oversight, and Ways and Means Committees have reviewed tens of thousands of emails, bank records, and whistleblower documents that detail an influence-peddling scheme involving several members of the Biden family, including President Biden himself. Since launching this investigation in September, House Republicans have discovered 20 shell companies that transferred over $24 million from foreign entities in China, Romania, and Ukraine to the Biden family (including Joe Biden), and that then Vice President Biden had direct contact with several of his son's shady business partners, both in person and via email pseudonyms, likely about his business dealings. Despite sending subpoenas and transcribed interview requests to over 20 people related to this investigation, the Biden Administration continues to stonewall our efforts to uncover the truth about what the Biden family did in exchange for all this foreign money. These facts warrant further investigation which is why Congress formalized this impeachment inquiry today to force the Biden Administration to cooperate with our efforts to provide transparency and accountability for the American people.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-congressman-moskowitz-urge-canada-designate-iran,"Congresswoman Tenney, Congressman Moskowitz Urge Canada to Designate Iran as a Terrorist Entity",2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24), alongside Congressman Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), today sent a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urging his government to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist entity under Canadian law. Additional co-signers of the letter include Reps. Joe Wilson (R-SC), Jim Costa (D-CA), Katie Porter (D-CA), Rudy Yakym (R-IN), Kelly Armstrong (R-ND), Thomas Kean (R-NJ), Bill Huizenga (R-MI), Doug Lamborn (R-CO), Brad Schneider (D-IL), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), Anthony D'Esposito (R-NY), and Randy Weber (R-TX). Earlier this year, Tenney led a bipartisan group of lawmakers in sending a similar letter to the Canadian government, calling for them to designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization. The letter sent today reiterates the clear message from Rep. Tenney’s May letter and emphasizes the urgency to designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization following Iran’s involvement in the funding, training, and support of the October 7th attack on Israel. Currently, Canada recognizes the IRGC Quds Force, one branch of the IRGC, as a terrorist entity but does not recognize the entire IRGC. “The October 7, 2023, terrorist massacre by Hamas killed Israeli, American, and Canadian citizens, and it was made possible by Iran and the IRGC, which have supported Canadian-designated Palestinian terror groups such as Hamas with arms, training, and hundreds of millions of dollars in funding for years. In the wake of the horrific bloodshed of October 7, a senior IRGC official heralded the gruesome terrorist operation as ‘the greatest success of the Islamic world.’ In both words and deeds, the IRGC as an entity is ideologically committed to destroying Israel and undermining U.S.-Canadian security interests in the Middle East and around the world. The IRGC means what it says, and neither engagement nor concessions will change this underlying reality,” the lawmakers wrote. The lawmakers continued, “As the United States has clearly demonstrated across both Republican and Democratic administrations, an IRGC terrorist designation can be practically implemented without unintended secondary impacts. By officially designating the IRGC as a foreign terrorist organization, Canada can join the United States in once again contributing to the global fight against terrorism, demonstrating a strong commitment to ensuring peace and stability.” Read the full text of the letter here. Read Tenney's full report on the IRGC here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-introduces-expanding-access-retirement-savings-caregivers,Congresswoman Tenney Introduces the Expanding Access to Retirement Savings for Caregivers Act,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today, alongside Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-1), introduced the Expanding Access to Retirement Savings for Caregivers Act to address a disparity that family caregivers face when saving for retirement. Rep. Debbie Lesko (AZ-8) was also an original cosponsor. Specifically, this bill would amend current law to allow individuals who took at least one year out of the workforce and received no earned income primarily for the purposes of caring for a family member to make catch-up contributions in years prior to age 50. These former caregivers would be eligible to begin making catch-up contributions at age 50, minus the eligible number of years out of the workforce. “Many individuals across the country take time away from work to care for a loved one, which can result in missed opportunities to save for retirement,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “Those who make such a difficult sacrifice should not be unfairly penalized. Our bipartisan bill would allow caregivers to put their families first without having to miss out on valuable retirement contributions. This would help us move away from a system that disadvantages caregivers and instead offer additional tools for them to contribute to their retirement savings.” “Individuals who leave the workforce to provide care for a loved one should not be penalized on their retirement and forced to do more with less later in life,"" said Congressman Pappas. ""This bipartisan legislation will allow caregivers to make catch-up payments to their 401Ks, IRAs, and other accounts so they don’t lose out on valuable retirement savings as a result of the time they took to help a family member in need."" Read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-votes-authorize-formal-impeachment-inquiry-president,Congresswoman Tenney Votes to Authorize a Formal Impeachment Inquiry into President Biden,2023-12-13,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today voted in favor of H. Res. 918 to authorize a formal impeachment inquiry to continue investigating President Joe Biden's criminal actions. ""The Biden administration has continued to obstruct House Republicans' investigation into President Biden's corruption by denying requests for official interviews with important witnesses and refusing to turn over valuable information, including email transcripts, text messages, financial records, and suspicious activity reports,"" said Congresswoman Tenney. ""Thanks to the courageous testimonies of the IRS whistleblowers and many other patriotic citizens, we have identified at least 20 shell companies created by the Bidens and evidence that the Bidens and their associates have enriched themselves at the expense of U.S. taxpayers from countries like China, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakstan, and Romania. By passing this resolution today, we are able to formalize the impeachment inquiry, granting the House Oversight, Ways and Means, and Judiciary Committee the legal standing and subpoena power to investigate all allegations of money laundering, bribery, and influence peddling by the President, his family, and his foreign business associates. House Republicans are committed to revealing the truth about this criminal enterprise to the American people, promoting transparency and accountability for all, no matter if your last name is Biden."" ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1070,REP. LAWLER CONGRATULATES 17TH DISTRICT 2023 CONGRESSIONAL APP CHALLENGE WINNER BIANCA JAIN,2023-12-12,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Last week, Representative Mike Lawler was pleased to congratulate the 17th District's winner for the Congressional App Challenge - Briarcliff High School freshman Bianca Jain. Bianca's app, Cancer Awareness Hub, was inspired by the recent diagnosis of a community librarian with cancer. That revelation inspired her to think of ways she could prevent increases in cancer cases. ""I had the opportunity to congratulate Bianca in-person at her school last week,"" said Representative Lawler. ""As someone who has lost members of their family to cancer, I was personally moved by Bianca’s app, which raises awareness about different types of cancer to help detect and combat this deadly disease."" Bianca's app was chosen by a panel of expert judges and will be featured on CongressionalAppChallenge.us. The winning app is also eligible to be on display in the U.S. Capitol, along with the winners from across the country. Officially launched by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2015, the Congressional App Challenge allows students to compete against their peers by creating an application (also known as an “app”) for desktop/PC, web, tablet, mobile, raspberry Pi or other devices. It accepts any programming language, such as C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or ""block code."" The Challenge is designed to promote innovation and engagement in computer science. The Congressional App Challenge is open to all middle and high school students in the 17th Congressional District of New York. New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1081,CONGRESSMAN LAWLER SLAMS COURT OF APPEALS DECISION TO LET ALBANY DEMOCRATS RIG CONGRESSIONAL MAPS,2023-12-12,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congressman Mike Lawler released the following statement after the Court of Appeals decision that overturned New York’s fair Congressional maps. “This decision by the Court of Appeals is corrupt Albany politics at its worst,” said Congressman Lawler. “Kathy Hochul, Hakeem Jeffries, and Albany and Washington Democrats stacked the court with a handpicked judge to deliver the decision they needed to rig New York’s Congressional maps.” “Let me be clear - stacking the court to influence its decision is a direct threat to democratic norms in New York,” continued Congressman Lawler. “To speak plainly, Kathy Hochul and Hakeem Jeffries should be ashamed of themselves for putting politics above all other considerations.” “This politically motivated decision is just the beginning of this process, not the end,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “As Albany and Washington Democrats seek to gerrymander the congressional lines in the coming weeks, there will undoubtedly be further legal action. Regardless of the outcome, New Yorkers will remember next November and in November of 2026.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-surprises-service-academy-nominees-ceremony-southold,LaLota Surprises Service Academy Nominees at Ceremony in Southold,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"SOUTHOLD, NY - Today New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a Navy Veteran and graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, gave remarks at a ceremony for the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) units at Southold, Greenport, and Mattituck-Cutchogue High Schools. During the remarks, LaLota surprised five cadet-students by informing them they had each earned a nomination to one of the U.S. Service Academies. “As a proud graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, one of my most cherished parts about serving in Congress has been to meet so many students who set the goal of attending our nation’s service academies. It was truly an honor to inform these deserving students of their nominations in front of their family, friends, teachers, and classmates,” said LaLota. “All of these NJROTC students have dedicated countless hours to bettering themselves and our community. I wish them the best in their future endeavors, I know they will make us all proud.” Background: The Southold/Mattituck/Greenport NJROTC students who received service academy nominations from LaLota this year include: Jackson Frend, Mattituck-Cutchogue, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Sofia Gillan, Southold, U.S. Air Force Academy Nathaniel Stevenson, Greenport, U.S. Air Force Academy Grace Zehil, Southold, U.S. Naval Academy Tristan Zugmeyer, Southold, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy The NJROTC program is conducted at accredited secondary schools throughout the nation, by instructors who are retired Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard officers and enlisted personnel. The NJROTC curriculum emphasizes citizenship and leadership development, as well as our maritime heritage, the significance of sea power, and naval topics such as the fundamentals of naval operations, seamanship, navigation, and meteorology. The NJROTC mission is to instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. This year, there are 220 students participating in the NJROTC program between Southold, Greenport, and Mattituck-Cutchogue, out of a total of 840 between the three high schools.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/sbpo,LaLota Introduces Bill to Support Sound Beach Postal Customers,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"SOUND BEACH, NY - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) introduced the Mobile Post Office Relief Act. The bill would require the United States Postal Service (USPS) to provide a mobile retail unit to provide retail postal services, including Post Office (PO) Box services, to an area when the post office is temporarily closed. The Mobile Post Office Relief Act would provide a meaningful solution to the lack of action by the USPS in restoring Post Offices across the United States which have been closed for excessive amounts of time. “For months, the Sound Beach Post Office has been closed with no signs of reopening and no updates on repairs. I have inquired with USPS numerous times as to the status and what we can do to support the community, with no real answers,” said LaLota. “The Sound Beach community deserves a government that is open and transparent with them and a government that works for them, not against them. Providing a mobile post office is the least our government can do while repairs continue. I will fight to right the wrong at Sound Beach and hold USPS accountable until their post office reopens.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1054,REPS. LAWLER AND KILDEE INTRODUCE NEW BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO IMPROVE MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR PFAS-EXPOSED PATIENTS,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Yesterday, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) joined Dan Kildee (MI-08), co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional PFAS Task Force, in introducing bipartisan legislation, supported by Republicans and Democrats, to ensure doctors have up-to-date information on how best to treat patients exposed to toxic PFAS. Their bill, the Better Care for PFAS Patients Act, would require the U.S. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) to work with the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to update its per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) clinical guidance every five years, at a minimum. In 2019, ATSDR published PFAS clinical guidance in response to demand among doctors for up-to-date information on how best to treat those exposed. However, there is no requirement that ATSDR regularly updates that guidance. Exposure to PFAS has already been tied to high cholesterol, ulcerative colitis, thyroid disease, testicular cancer, kidney cancer, and pregnancy-induced hypertension, and the need for new guidance will only grow as more conditions are linked to these forever chemicals. “It’s been clear for years that PFAS has negative impacts on the health and well-being of American citizens,” said Congressman Lawler. “In the Hudson Valley, many communities have had to deal with the impacts of PFAS contamination. Which is why I’m proud to be introducing this critical, bipartisan piece of legislation with Congressman Dan Kildee to require studies of the health impacts and effects of PFAS substances. This legislation will help our nation begin to come to grips with, and work towards solving, the PFAS contamination issues that have impacted so many.” “The list of health conditions associated with PFAS chemical exposure continues to grow, and doctors need updated guidance to provide proper care to those exposed,” said Congressman Kildee. “As we work to clean up PFAS in Michigan and across the country, I am committed to ensuring all those exposed have access to the care and treatment they need.” Earlier this year, Representatives Lawler and Kildee introduced the VET PFAS Act, legislation that would ensure that veterans and families exposed to toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at military installations get health care and benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-calls-local-universities-condemn-genocide-jews,Congresswoman Tenney Calls for Local Universities to Condemn the Genocide of Jews,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Cleveland, NY– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today sent a letter to the Presidents of nine universities, including the University of Buffalo, the University of Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology, Syracuse University, Cornell University, SUNY Geneseo, SUNY Oswego, SUNY Brockport, and St. John Fisher College calling for them to answer a simple question: Does calling for the genocide of Jews violate their university's code of conduct? Tenney's request follows the recent House Education & Workforce Committee hearing entitled ""Holding Campus Leaders Accountable and Confronting Anti-Semitism,"" where Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21) asked the Presidents of Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania and the Massachusetts of Technology if calling for the genocide of Jews violates their school's code of conduct. None of these Presidents would unequivocally say yes, sparking national outrage. ""Since October 7th, anti-Semitic attacks and protests have been on the rise, causing 73% of Jewish students to say they've felt unsafe on their own campuses,"" said Congresswoman Tenney. ""Yet this week, Presidents from esteemed institutions like Harvard, MIT, and Penn failed to condemn blatant anti-Semitism. It is now more important than ever that we show our unwavering support for the Jewish community. That's why I am sending a letter to the Presidents of universities in our region, asking them to answer this simple question: Does calling for the genocide of Jews violate your school's code of conduct? We cannot continue to allow genocidal, anti-Semitic, and pro-Hamas speech and demonstrations to spread across campuses, endangering Jewish students and faculty. Every university President in our region must condemn this anti-Semitism."" View the letters that Tenney sent to each President here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-gillibrand-secure-funding-911-health-care-annual-defense-package,"Garbarino, Gillibrand Secure Funding For 9/11 Health Care in Annual Defense Package",2023-12-07,2023,2023-12,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) released a statement following the finalization of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) which includes much needed funding to address the shortfall in the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP). Specifically, this legislation will provide $444 million to address the WTCHP funding gap and $232 million to extend coverage for military and civilian 9/11 responders at the Pentagon and Shanksville, PA. ""I am incredibly proud of the work Senator Gillibrand and I did to ensure $676 million in funding for the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP) was included in the final version of this year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA),"" said Rep. Garbarino. ""This funding will go a long way towards addressing the impending shortfall and ensuring that, in addition to those at Ground Zero, all survivors and first responders who ran towards danger at the Pentagon and in Shanksville receive the care that they deserve. I thank Speaker Mike Johnson for keeping the promise he made to me to stand behind our 9/11 first responders and survivors. Speaker Johnson upheld his commitment and worked closely with me to make certain the proposed funding amount was included. I, along with Congressman D’Esposito who is a critical partner in working to address the shortfall, will continue to fight for all those impacted by 9/11-related illnesses. We will not rest until the WTCHP is fully funded for all who need it."" Background Rep. Garbarino and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand are the lead sponsors of the bipartisan, bicameral 9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act of 2023. Congress established the WTCHP on a bipartisan basis in 2011 with a five-year authorization to provide medical treatment and monitoring for 9/11 responders and survivors suffering from the effects of the toxins at Ground Zero. The program covers the lifespans of all exposed, including responders and survivors of the attack on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, the Shanksville crash site, children who were in schools in downtown Manhattan on 9/11 and during clean-up, and those who have since experienced or are expected to experience, adverse health effects that are linked to the attacks in the coming years. The program was reauthorized in 2015 and extended through 2090 with bipartisan support. In 2022, lawmakers delivered $1 billion for the program in the end-of-year spending bill. Unfortunately, this funding is not enough to keep pace with the anticipated costs of providing the program’s services for over 120,000 9/11 responders and survivors, who span all fifty states and 434 of the 435 congressional districts.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-announces-1447000-federal-funding-county-road-48,"Congressman Nick Langworthy Announces $1,447,000 in Federal Funding for County Road 48 in Allegany County",2023-12-07,2023,2023-12,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 two grants for the Allegany County Soil & Water Conservation District’s project to stabilize and prevent further erosion of County Road 48. Both grants were awarded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for a total of $1,447,000. “County Road 48 connects our community to schools, farms, businesses, and other essential services —we must maintain this critical infrastructure in order to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents,"" said Congressman Langworthy. ""I’m pleased to announce that the Allegany County Soil & Water Conservation District has been awarded two significant grants from FEMA to address the erosion issues and prevent further damage on County Road 48. I’m proud to work with local officials to not only address weaknesses in our infrastructure, but ensure the proactive maintenance of it as well.” ""We are grateful for the support from FEMA and Congressman Langworthy in securing these grants for the Allegany County Soil & Water Conservation District’s project to maintain County Road 48,"" said Chairman W. Brooke Harris of the Allegany County Board of Legislators. ""This funding is a testament to our shared commitment to protecting our local infrastructure and ensuring the continued connectivity of our community. The improvements to County Road 48 will not only mitigate the immediate erosion concerns but will also contribute to the long-term sustainability of our region.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-statement-bowman-censure,Malliotakis Statement on Bowman Censure,2023-12-07,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), today released the following statement regarding the bipartisan censure of Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) for intentionally pulling a fire alarm in a House office building to delay official congressional proceedings. ""Representative Jamaal Bowman's juvenile stunt of pulling a fire alarm twelve hours before a government shutdown during the middle of a vote was not only irresponsible and dangerous, but violated both local and federal law. Mr. Bowman, formerly a middle school principal who is well aware of the old 'fire alarm' trick, should be held to the same standard as his students. He pled guilty to the crime, and today the House rightfully took bipartisan action to hold him accountable.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-introduces-robert-malley-act-hold-federal-bureaucrats,Congresswoman Tenney Introduces the ROBERT MALLEY Act to Hold Federal Bureaucrats Accountable,2023-12-07,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today introduced the ROBERT MALLEY Act to require the heads of executive agencies to disclose, upon request, relevant information to congressional committees regarding the furlough or indefinite suspension of employees within their respective agencies. Inspired by the State Department’s failure to provide additional information on U.S. Special Envoy for Iran, Robert Malley’s suspension due to allegedly mishandling classified materials, this legislation works to provide more details about why Malley was furloughed and to prevent future coverups like this. “The Special Envoy for Iran Robert Malley was recently placed on leave for mishandling classified material, yet for months, the administration has withheld critical information regarding his suspension,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “The State Department’s failure to inform Congress is deeply troubling and underscores the need for robust Congressional oversight to restore accountability and transparency. The ROBERT MALLEY Act aims to uncover the full story behind Special Envoy Malley’s Iranian spy ring and prevent future coverups by the Biden administration. I remain committed to ensuring Congress can properly oversee federal agencies and government officials.” Read the text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-votes-protect-americans-bidens-unconstitutional-loan,Congresswoman Tenney Votes to Protect Americans from Biden’s Unconstitutional Loan Scheme and Deter Foreign Influences on College Campuses,2023-12-07,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) voted in favor of two pieces of legislation this week, working to enhance transparency from colleges and universities when receiving foreign funds as well as overturning President Biden’s student debt “cancellation” scam. Tenney voted in favor of H.R. 5933, the Defending Education Transparency and Ending Rogue Regimes Engaging in Nefarious Transactions Act or the DETERRENT Act. This bill would increase accountability and clarity in the reporting requirements for colleges and universities by cutting the foreign gift reporting threshold for colleges and universities from $250,000 to $50,000 for most foreign gifts and eliminating the threshold if the gift is from a country of concern, like China or Iran. This bill also would address reporting loopholes and require additional disclosures of foreign gifts and contracts at research-heavy institutions. This bill passed the House by a vote of 246–170. Tenney also supported H.J. Res. 88, a Congressional Review Act resolution that would overturn the Biden administration's new student loan scheme, which experts estimate will cost as much as $559 billion. This new rule came after the previous iteration was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court and is just a desperate attempt by the Biden administration to circumvent the Constitution. Tenney was an original cosponsor of the resolution, which passed the House by a vote of 210-189. “87% of Americans do not have any federal student loan debt, but thanks to President Biden’s student debt “cancellation,” scam, they will be stuck footing the bill,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “Yet for the Americans who do attend college, they are now vulnerable to malicious anti-American propaganda being paid for by foreign entities who dump billions of dollars into our universities and colleges. This week, Congress passed two bills, one to reaffirm Congress’s power of the purse, protecting non-collegegoers from shouldering the loans of those who chose to attend college. The second is the DETERRENT Act, which aims to enhance transparency, safeguard academic integrity, and defend students against malignant foreign influence schemes in our education system.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-announces-nominees-united-states-service-academies,Congresswoman Tenney Announces Nominees for the United States Service Academies,2023-12-06,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today announced that she has nominated 13 local high school students from the 24th Congressional District to the United States Service Academies. Each year, Tenney has the distinct privilege of nominating a limited number of people to four of the five service academies. These students were recommended to Tenney for nomination by a local committee made up of community leaders and veterans from across New York’s 24th Congressional District. The honor of attending a service academy comes with an obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. “As a mom of a US Naval Academy graduate, I am honored to nominate these outstanding individuals to attend our Nation’s Military Service Academies,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “One of my greatest privileges as a member of Congress is to nominate our next generation of leaders to these prestigious institutions, and each year, I am inspired by the exceptional applications submitted to our office and by their commitment to our country. Congratulations to all the nominees, and I wish you nothing but success in your future as you aim to serve our country!” Listed below are the students who were nominated by Tenney: *student nominated to multiple academies United States Air Force Academy Frank Hersom, Genesee County Evan Moore, Cayuga County *Ebon Brown, Cayuga County *Braedon Fonte, Livingston County United States Naval Academy Ian Cady, Oswego County Samuel Chanler, Livingston County Daniel Gagnier, Oswego County Ezekiel Krystaf, Niagara County Brendan Laity, Ontario County *Ebon Brown, Cayuga County *Braedon Fonte, Livingston County United States Merchant Marine Academy Griffin Garnot, Ontario County Annalise Hobbs, Jefferson County United States Military Academy Casper Stewart, Genesee County Bradon Wolfe, Oswego County *Braedon Fonte, Livingston County More information on the Service Academy nomination process can be found here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-announces-over-120000-federal-funding-southern,"Congressman Nick Langworthy Announces Over $120,000 in Federal Funding for the Southern Tier Health Care System",2023-12-05,2023,2023-12,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 a grant for Southern Tier Health Care System, Inc. in the amount of $120,348.00 as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program. “This significant federal investment in Southern Tier Health Care System will allow them to bolster their staff training and services in Cattaraugus County,” said Rep. Langworthy. “I’m proud to sponsor legislation to reauthorize USDA’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program, which has been instrumental in connecting our rural communities to quality care. I look forward to our continued collaboration to ensure that communities across the Southern Tier have access to quality care and specialty medical services.” “I want to thank Congressman Langworthy for his tireless advocacy for improved rural health care in our region, and the USDA for their collaboration in addressing the unique challenges faced by our rural communities,” said Donna L. Kahm, SPHR, President and CEO of Southern Tier Health Care System Inc. “This grant underscores a shared commitment to ensure that residents in Southwestern New York have access to the highest standard of holistic healthcare services. The Southern Tier Health Care System is dedicated to working with our federal partners to offer a wide range of tangible assistance to our underserved communities.” In August, Congressman Langworthy introduced the Rural Telehealth and Education Enhancement Act of 2023, which will reauthorize the USDA’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program that provides federal funding for telemedicine and distance learning in rural communities across the United States. According to the USDA, this rural development investment will be used to equip three hub/end-user sites in Cattaraugus County. This project will provide training opportunities for healthcare professionals to better address opioid and substance use disorders and mental health care.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1044,REPRESENTATIVES LAWLER AND GOTTHEIMER STAND WITH NYC RESTAURANT OWNER AGAINST $15/DAY CONGESTION TAX,2023-12-05,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Yesterday, Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05) joined Julio Pena, owner of restaurant Il Posto Accanto, a 25-year New York City restaurant, to highlight the devastating impact New York’s new $15-a-day Congestion Tax will have on small businesses, commuters, and families. “At a time when New Yorkers are struggling to make ends meet and can barely afford to live here, Governor Hochul has enacted an outrageous cash grab, stealing hundreds of millions from suburban commuters to fund the MTA’s bloated and mismanaged operations. This regressive tax will punish working class and middle class New Yorkers, while also hurting businesses and workers in New York City who are struggling to make ends meet,” said Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), co-chair of the Anti-Congestion Tax Caucus. “I’m proud to be working in a bipartisan fashion with Congressman Gottheimer to fight to put a stop to Hochul and the MTA’s congestion pricing cash grab.” “It’s a slap in the face to every single hardworking small business owner and employee who just wants to put food on the table for their families. If I were a New York City business owner — small, medium, or large — I would call Governor Hochul today and demand she clean house at the MTA,” said Congressman Gottheimer, co-chair of the Anti-Congestion Tax Caucus. “Because of MTA Chairman Janno Lieber’s Congestion Tax, families will be priced out of coming to see the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, walking past Macy’s store front windows, or coming to dinner at Il Posto. Janno ‘Scrooge’ Lieber is putting coal in everyone’s stockings this year with his $15-a-day Congestion Tax.” “As a small businessman, my wife and I have been running this business on this block since 1995. Whatever has come our way, Sandy, 9/11, anything and everything, the community has all rallied around. But after Covid and the difficulties we went through with that, to have Congestion Pricing shoved down our throats it’s going to be a death blow. It’s going to be a death blow to small businesses like ours and our customers will think twice about coming into the city from Jersey or Long Island, or Westchester — or even from the Upper East Side or Upper West Side,” said Julio Pena, co-owner of local small business Il Posto Accanto Restaurant. “It also going to hit us over the head with our vendors. We get at least 10 deliveries a day… they’re going to hit us with a fee. It’s just a money grab as far as we’re concerned.” Negative Effects of New York’s $15/Day Congestion Tax The $15 Congestion Tax, on top of the existing tolls, gas, and parking, will drive many of Il Posto’s customers, including tourists and Jersey commuters, away from the city, decimating their small business. Hudson Valley commuters will have to pay up to $5,000 a year in new fees just to get to work. Restaurants will be charged new fees for deliveries because trucks will have to pay the Congestion Tax every day. That cost will be passed down to the small business owners and customers. Hudson Valley commuters and families will be priced out of coming to New York City for a meal, seeing the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, walking past Macy’s store front windows, or huddling together with hot chocolate while watching the light show on Fifth Avenue. The Congestion Tax will increase carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, particulate matter, and even formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, into the Hudson Valley and North Jersey. Hardworking New York and New Jersey families will soon face a $15 dollar a day — nearly $4,000 a year — Congestion Tax just to drive to work or visit south of 60th street in New York City. That’s on top of the $17 dollar tolls Jersey drivers pay a day already. Video of the remarks can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1046,REP. LAWLER INTRODUCES BILL ESTABLISHING TASK FORCE FOR NATO-LIKE INDO-PACIFIC ALLIANCE,2023-12-05,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced the Indo-Pacific Treaty Organization Act. This legislation will establish a task force to analyze the security situation in the Indo-Pacific and determine whether a NATO-like coalition between the United States and Indo-Pacific partners would be an effective deterrent to aggression emanating from China and North Korea. “Earlier this year, I joined Chairman McCaul and other members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee for a bipartisan congressional delegation trip to South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “Our meetings with partners and allies underscored the growing concern over China’s aggression throughout the region.” “Our adversaries - China, Russia, Iran and North Korea - have forged an unholy alliance to disrupt and destabilize the globe,” Congressman Lawler continued. “It’s crucial that the democracies of the region and world work in unison to combat this rising threat.” “A collective security agreement has the potential to deter aggression and protect the forces of democracy in the Indo-Pacific,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “I look forward to continuing the dialogue with our partners and working with my colleagues to get this important legislation passed.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-garbarino-meng-fitzpatrick-spanberger-and-senator-bennet-renew-bipartisan,"Reps. Garbarino, Meng, Fitzpatrick, Spanberger, And Senator Bennet Renew Bipartisan Push For Snap To Allow Hot Food Purchases",2023-12-04,2023,2023-12,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. Garbarno (R-NY-02) joined with Representatives Grace Meng (D-NY-06), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Abigail Spanberger (D-VA-07), and Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) to call for their legislation to be included in the upcoming Farm Bill that would allow the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to cover hot food. In a letter to the Chair and Ranking Members of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees led by Rep. Meng, the lawmakers urged the inclusion of their bipartisan, bicameral Hot Foods Act, which would remove an outdated prohibition that prevents families from using SNAP benefits to purchase hot foods such as prepared rotisserie chickens, hot sandwiches, and soups. 42 million Americans benefit from SNAP, a critical federal poverty reduction program. The Farm Bill is taken up by Congress every five years, making this the Hot Foods Act’s best opportunity until 2028 to ensure SNAP recipients can purchase hot, ready-to-eat meals. “Since its enactment 60 years ago, SNAP has prohibited the purchase of hot foods,” said the lawmakers in their letter. “While this restriction may have made sense in the 1970s, when most families were cooking their meals at home, it is no longer an accurate reflection of American families’ dietary or lifestyle needs. During natural disasters, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service grants waivers to affected counties so that SNAP participants can use their benefits to purchase hot foods when they are unable to prepare food at home. Such waivers demonstrate that the restriction on hot foods is an unnecessary red tape of business owners, program administrators, and American families.” The lawmakers introduced the Hot Foods Act last May. Their correspondence is endorsed by the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), GRACE, and National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS). At the time of the introduction, Rep. Garbarino said of the bill, ""Right now, a working mom struggling to feed her family is permitted to purchase a cold sandwich for her kids using SNAP benefits but prohibited from buying soup or a rotisserie chicken to ensure they get a hot meal. It makes little sense to continue to impose an arbitrary and outdated restriction on the use of SNAP benefits to purchase hot foods when the ability to do so could make a significant difference to so many families. I am proud to co-lead the Hot Foods Act to implement common sense reforms to the SNAP Program that will ensure Long Island children are able to receive healthy, hot meals using these benefits.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1033,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER INTRODUCES HEAL ACT TO MAKE VETERANS ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE MORE AFFORDABLE,2023-12-04,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement after introducing the Heroes Earned Affordable Lifts Act, or the HEAL Act, a piece of legislation that makes several reforms to help lower costs for veterans traveling to their healthcare appointments. “The HEAL Act is a major step forward in improving access to healthcare for veterans in the Hudson Valley and across the country,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “Raising mileage reimbursement rates, getting rid of the deductible, and allowing VSOs and VSAs to qualify for reimbursement will help provide additional and affordable services to our heroes.” “To those who have served our country selflessly, I say this - I will always have your backs, and this legislation is proof of that,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “By making access to healthcare easier and more affordable, our veterans can continue to get the quality care they deserve without breaking the bank getting there.” “Congressman Lawler has worked tirelessly to interface with our agency and to help provide additional support to the veterans of Putnam County,” said Karl Rohde, Director of the Putnam County Veterans Service Agency. “The HEAL Act is a critical piece of legislation that will make access to healthcare easier and more affordable for veterans in Putnam and across the Hudson Valley, while freeing up additional dollars to provide more services to our nation’s heroes.” “I’m thankful that Congressman Lawler is following up on his promises to his Veterans Advisory Board by introducing this legislation,” said Mark Woods, BRIDGES Director of Veteran Services. “His commitment to those who have served this country is exemplary, and I look forward to seeing what other legislation Congressman Lawler has in store to help our veterans.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. Additional information on the HEAL Act can be found below: The HEAL Act will ensure Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) and local Veterans Service Agencies (VSAs) that provide rides to veterans for medical services receive the same travel reimbursements that veterans and caregivers receive. The HEAL Act also removes the deductible for beneficiary travel, which serves as a barrier to care. Finally, the HEAL Act raises the mileage reimbursement rate for travel to approved health care appointments to 65.50 cents, equivalent to the mileage reimbursement rate for privately owned vehicles if no government-furnished automobile is available. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-sounds-alarm-potential-voter-registration-nyc-migrant-shelters,Malliotakis Sounds Alarm on Potential Voter Registration at NYC Migrant Shelters,2023-12-03,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND, NY) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today joined local elected officials in sounding the alarm on New York City potentially registering tens of thousands of noncitizens at New York City migrant shelters to vote. Malliotakis filed a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request to receive the contract between New York City and Homes for the Homeless, which operates the migrant shelter at 1111 Father Capodanno Boulevard on Staten Island. Upon receiving the contract, Malliotakis discovered the City is requiring migrant shelter contractors to distribute voter registration cards, assist migrants in registering to vote, and promote campaign material within the shelters themselves. Malliotakis had previously expressed concerns that migrants would be eligible to vote under Local Law 11 passed by the City Council under Mayor Bill de Blasio. In January 2022, Malliotakis and other Staten Island Republican elected officials sued to stop the law from taking effect. In June, a Staten Island judge ruled in their favor, however, Mayor Adams appealed the decision and a final determination has not been made by the Appellate Court. ""There is nothing more important than preserving the integrity of our election system,"" said Congresswoman Malliotakis. ""The right to vote is a sacred right given only to United States citizens, and certainly not one provided to those who crossed over our border illegally and made their way to New York City last month. The City better not be acting in violation of the judge's ruling that struck down the noncitizen voting law that would have allowed 800,000 noncitizens with a Green Card or Work Authorization and who have resided in New York City for 30 days, to vote. The only thing that may be stopping the registration of these noncitizens is our lawsuit that halted the law from taking effect, but it's very disturbing that in their own contracts, the City is requiring contractors to distribute registration forms while prohibiting them from asking citizenship status."" In September, Malliotakis joined a bipartisan group of local elected officials and former Island Shores resident Frank Tammaro in voicing outrage following New York City's shady deal with Homes for the Homeless to turn Island Shores Senior Residences into a migrant shelter, forcing seniors, including at least eight veterans to leave their homes to house up to 300 migrants residing in the United States illegally. ""Noncitizen voting is not the law of the City of New York, and no one should be trying to register noncitizens to vote,"" said Councilman David Carr. ""Certainly no one should be giving a contract to a not-for-profit, whether its a homeless or migrant shelter provider or anyone else, to try and register noncitizens. It's absolutely illegal at this stage of the game and it shouldn't be in the contract."" ""There's a requirement in this contract that the contractor, Homes for the Homeless, is required to give voter registration forms to the public - anyone they come into contact with - while at the same time prohibiting them from asking immigration status,"" Assemblyman Michael Tannousis said. ""What is happening here? Look at all the benefits in the contract that migrants are to be getting. Do the taxpayers of this city get the same benefits? Absolutely not. We need New Yorkers to wake up and see what is happening."" ""When we stood out here a few months ago, I raised the issue that here, they kicked out our seniors. It wasn't too long ago, a few years ago, they did the same exact thing in Manhattan,"" Assemblyman Michael Reilly said. ""The bottom line is Homes for the Homeless is in it for the money. If you care about your community, if you care about making sure it remains the way it's supposed to be and serve the people who actually live there legally, then take that money away from them...There's one thing about lending a helping hand, there's another thing when you give a handout."" ""Is it any wonder Staten Island wants to secede from the City of New York?,"" Assemblyman Sam Pirozzolo said. ""When you talk about the voter registration, we just had an unprecedented election year in the City Council where the Socialists and the Democrats won overwhelmingly, and these are the types of things they are bringing to you. They are bringing to you voter registration of people who are here illegally and as soon as they're are here for 30 days, how is it they're entitled to vote? How do they even understand the American system of government? You can say we're alarmists, but when you read that contract and what it says, that the City is obligating providers to register illegals to vote, you have to think about that."" WATCH MALLIOTAKIS' PRESS CONFERENCE HERE",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-exsantos,LaLota: “A Huge Win for New Yorkers”,2023-12-01,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) released the following statement after George Santos was expelled from the House of Representatives. “With the expulsion of George Santos, Nassau and Queens County residents are one giant step closer to having real representation in the House of Representatives,” said LaLota. “Today, my colleagues and I set a strong precedent: A Member who lies about everything about themselves to get elected will be expelled so voters can have a chance at a proper election. With George Santos in Washington’s rear-view mirror, it’s time to focus on policy issues like the border and our nation’s debt.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1027,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER RELEASES STATEMENT FOLLOWING EXPULSION OF GEORGE SANTOS,2023-12-01,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Lawler released the following statement after George Santos was expelled from Congress. ""As I said from the very beginning, George Santos was unfit to serve. He defrauded voters, donors, and his colleagues. He had to go,"" said Congressman Lawler. ""Today’s vote was about putting country and the institution above all other considerations,"" concluded Congressman Lawler. ""Good riddance."" New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-votes-prevent-federal-funds-being-used-house-illegal,Congresswoman Tenney Votes to Prevent Federal Funds from Being Used to House Illegal Immigrants,2023-12-01,2023,2023-12,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) voted in favor of H.R. 5283, the Protecting our Communities from Failure to Secure the Border Act of 2023, which ensures federal funding is not used to house migrants on any land under the jurisdiction of the federal land management agencies. This includes the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Forest Service. This bill, introduced by Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), passed the House by a vote of 224–203 with one member voting present. “The Biden administration continues to advance policies that incentivize illegal immigration at the taxpayers’ expense, turning every community into a border community,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams have only exacerbated this crisis by allowing migrants to run unchecked in New York, even using taxpayer resources to house them on public parkland. The Protecting Our Communities from Failure to Secure the Border Act of 2023 puts a stop to this blatant abuse of taxpayer dollars and prohibits the Biden administration from using federal funding to house illegal immigrants on federal property. I will always work to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used in a responsible manner to assist American citizens.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:14:16Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-ryan-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-officially-recognize-veteran,"Garbarino, Ryan Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Officially Recognize Veteran Suicide Awareness Flag",2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,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 Pat Ryan (D-NY-18) introduced a House Resolution to officially recognize the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance (SAR) flag and designate the flag as the nation’s symbol to raise awareness of military and veteran suicide and honor the lives and service of those servicemembers and veterans who have died by suicide. Representatives Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY-11), Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24), Keith Self (R-TX-03), and Joe Morelle (D-NY-25) joined as original cosponsors of the Resolution. ""We must always remember that freedom is not free. Our service members put their lives on the line to keep America safe and often face difficulties when returning to civilian life, including physical and mental health challenges,"" said Rep. Garbarino. ""The reality of veteran suicide is heartbreaking and unacceptable. This flag serves to recognize those who have died by suicide and as a reminder to those who are struggling that they are not alone. We need to stand by our veterans and members of the military and ensure that they have the support and quality care they deserve when they come home."" “I served alongside brave men and women who returned home from combat, but we still lost to the invisible wounds of war. Losing one veteran or servicemember to suicide is too many,” said Rep. Ryan. “Our country has a solemn and sacred obligation to care for our veterans and servicemembers, and, when they're gone, to honor their legacy and care for their families. An officially recognized Suicide Awareness and Remembrance flag will honor the memory of those we’ve lost and recommit us to fight to end the crisis of veteran and military suicide- and uphold our promises to those who serve our nation.” “The Suicide Awareness & Remembrance Flag, or S-A-R Flag, is a multirole symbol created by a U.S. Veteran that stands to break the stigma of suicide, mental health, and seeking treatment for our nation’s warriors and defenders to facilitate suicide prevention. It was created to honor the service, forever remember the lives, and respect the families of those Veterans and Military who died by suicide to change our perception of suicide. The SAR Flag is also a tangible symbol of hope for our Veterans and Military and stands as a reminder that they are not alone and that stigma-free mental health help is available. This bill for Congress to adopt the SAR Flag is an unprecedented and vital step in our fight to end Military and Veteran suicide as it brings us all together for the most worthy of causes,” said Kevin Hertell, Founder & President of The Veterans Suicide Awareness & Remembrance Flag Corp. The flag, primarily inspired by the POW flag, has a black background to represent mourning and a five-point gold star to represent the five branches of the military and a military member who has passed. The memorial wreath has 20 exposed leaves which represents the 20 veterans and active military who die by suicide every day. ""Honor The Fallen"" adorns the bottom of the flag to remind us that we can honor and forever remember these veterans and servicemembers by continuing to raise awareness and never forgetting their service to our country. The flag was created by U.S. Air Force veteran Kevin Hertell. Learn more about the meaning and symbolism behind the flag here. “In 2021, suicide was the second-leading cause of death among veterans age 45 and younger, and on average, is the cause of 20 veteran deaths every day,” Rep. Malliotakis said. “I’m honored to join my colleagues in pushing for the SAR Flag to be formally designated as our nation’s symbol to raise awareness of military and veteran suicide and stand with them in honoring our veterans' service and continuing our work to resolve this issue.” “I am honored to cosponsor Rep. Garbarino's resolution, officially acknowledging the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance (SAR) Flag as the national symbol for raising awareness about veteran suicide and honoring their families. The flag's black backdrop signifies mourning for individuals, while the gold and gold star symbolize fallen military members. Each point of the star represents one of the five branches of the military. As veterans bow their heads in a solemn gesture, facing left to pay homage to the POW flag, the SAR flag becomes a beacon of hope for veterans and their families nationwide,” said Rep. Self. ""Every year, thousands of veterans tragically die by suicide, making it imperative we raise awareness around this important issue and dismantle the barriers preventing our brave servicemembers from seeking help,"" said Rep. Tenney. ""By designating the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance (SAR) flag as a national symbol of this crisis, we take a significant step towards eliminating the stigma associated with seeking help, bringing us closer to resolving military and veteran suicide."" “Today, I join my colleagues in raising awareness of military and veteran suicide with the designation of the SAR flag,” said Rep. Morelle. “We can stop the underutilization of prevention services by members of the military if we end the stigma associated with mental health treatment. The SAR flag will help achieve this goal by creating awareness and acceptance, while honoring the sacrifices of our servicemembers with a national symbol.” SAR flag corp. is based in Huntington Station, NY. Its founder, Kevin Hertell, has been advocating for the official designation of this flag since the loss of his cousin to suicide. His efforts have gained traction in several state legislatures, including Nebraska, Arizona, and New York. The full text of the Resolution can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-announces-nearly-93500-federal-funding-family-farm-east-aurora,"Langworthy Announces Nearly $93,500 in Federal Funding for Family Farm in East Aurora",2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,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 a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Grant for Erba Verde Farms, in the amount of $93,488. Located in East Aurora, Erba Verde Farms raises pastured and free-range chicken, pastured pork, grass-fed beef, veal, and milk. “Our local farmers work hard every single day to feed our community, and this grant underscores our commitment to their success,” said Rep. Langworthy. “Erba Verde Farms is not just a family-owned farm, but they're a small business that helps to drive our local economy. This funding will allow them to create six new jobs and strengthen our food supply chains.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1020,REP. LAWLER SLAMS $15 ADDITIONAL COSTS UNDER NEW YORK CITY CONGESTION PRICING IMPLEMENTATION,2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after news broke that commuters are likely to face additional costs of $15 a day thanks to Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing cash grab. ""For months, I have warned that Hudson Valley commuters will have to pay up to $5,000 a year just to get to work under the MTA's congestion pricing cash grab,"" said Congressman Mike Lawler. ""Today's news is a reminder of what we have known all along - New Yorkers are about to face a massive new tax just to get to work. That's outrageous and unacceptable."" ""Just in time for the holidays, Governor Hochul, Albany legislators, and the MTA are giving Hudson Valley residents a giant lump of coal in order to subsidize the MTA's sub par service,"" Congressman Lawler continued.""Since Albany refuses to fix the mess they created, I will keep doing what I can at the federal level to help my constituents navigate the affordability crisis their actions are only worsening."" ""Earlier this year, I joined my colleagues Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) and Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02) in introducing the Anti-Congestion Tax Act. I also co-sponsored Representative D'Esposito's (NY-04) resolution opposing congestion pricing, which was referred unanimously from the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,"" added Congressman Lawler. ""As Co-Chair of the Anti-Congestion Tax Caucus, I urge the House to pass these measures and I will continue working with my colleagues to top congestion pricing dead in its tracks."" New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City, is home to one of the largest Jewish populations in the country, and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-cancellation-floyd-bennett-lease-ban-migrant-housing-parks-passes,"Malliotakis' Cancellation of Floyd Bennett Lease, Ban on Migrant Housing in Parks Passes House",2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today announced her legislation to prevent migrant housing on federal lands was passed by the U.S House of Representatives with bipartisan support in a 224-203 vote. Specifically, the Protecting our Communities from Failure to Secure the Border Act of 2023 (H.R.5283), would prohibit federal funding from being used to provide housing for illegal immigrants on any land under the jurisdiction of the Federal Land Management agencies, including the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Forest Service. Both Staten Island's Fort Wadsworth and Brooklyn's Floyd Bennett Field are included under this description, along with any other park in the Gateway National Recreation Area. ""Turning our federal parks into encampments for unvetted migrants from all over the world is unfair to surrounding communities and the taxpayers who are being forced to foot the bill while our Mayor bankrupts our city and slashes services from our citizens,” Malliotakis said. ""This crisis is unsustainable and unsafe and we're using every legal and legislative tool at our disposal, including the bipartisan passage of my legislation today, to stop the Biden, Hochul and Adams Administrations from taking more public spaces and cutting more services that are meant for our citizens. I urge Senator Schumer and the Senate to pass this bill and H.R.2 as swiftly as possible so we can put an end to this crisis once and for all."" House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman also worked with Malliotakis to ensure that, if enacted, the law would retroactively cancel the contract between New York City and the Biden Administration to house migrants at Floyd Bennett Field. ""Earlier this year, I led a group of my colleagues to New York City after we heard the alarming news that the Department of Interior had begun housing migrants in the Gateway Recreation Area in Brooklyn,"" said House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.). ""We were shocked to learn this was not only happening without any oversight, but was also being expedited by Biden Administration officials in an attempt to cover for his disaster at our southern border. Against the wishes of communities and local elected officials, the Biden Administration constructed shelters on the limited green space New Yorkers have to enjoy. This sets an incredibly dangerous precedent for this policy to spread to more of America's most cherished natural sites. Rep. Malliotakis’s bill is a crucial step in preventing Biden's border crisis from coming to a national park near you. I would like to thank her for her leadership on this issue and for drafting this important legislation to protect America's best idea and prevent President Biden from placing the burden of his disastrous policies on the National Park Service and American families."" WATCH MALLIOTAKIS' FLOOR SPEECH HERE In September, Malliotakis hosted members of the House Committee on Natural Resources on a tour of migrant shelters across New York City, including the Roosevelt Hotel in Manhattan and Brooklyn's Floyd Bennett Field. Since then, the Committee has held two hearings on Malliotakis' legislation, which included New York City Council Member Joann Ariola (R-District 32) and New York State Assembly Member Jaime Williams (D-District 59) as witnesses. Both Ariola and Williams are leading a lawsuit with Malliotakis on this same issue.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-hochul-helping-new-jersey-commuters-more-new-yorks,Malliotakis: Hochul helping New Jersey Commuters more than New York’s,2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND, BROOKLYN, NY) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today released the following statement after the New York City's Traffic Mobility Review Board recommended a $15 congestion toll for commuters who enter Manhattan south of 60th Street, with no exemptions for Staten Islanders: ""It is unconscionable that New York Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams and their political appointees would give a Congestion Pricing Toll discount to New Jersey’s commuters and not their own residents, specifically Staten Islanders who have no choice but to pay an MTA toll on the Verrazzano Bridge to access the rest of the city. Should the MTA’s Congestion pricing plan be implemented, at bare minimum Staten Islanders should receive the same discount recommended by the board for out of state commuters. ""While wealthy Manhattanites won't feel the financial impact of this cash grab, middle-class Staten Islanders who already pay a toll to connect to the rest of the city will be forced to pay an additional $15 to commute to work, school, or recreate. While this is less than the original $23 proposed, I remain opposed to this MTA 'get rich quick' scheme that takes more of commuters’ hard earned money and once again call for a full and thorough Environmental Impact Statement as required by federal law so we can learn the true impact of this first-in-the-nation program on residents and businesses. I will continue to join a bipartisan group in using every legal and legislative tool possible to stop this war on cars, including supporting Governor Murphy's lawsuit and passing legislative language to prevent congestion pricing from ever coming to fruition, which is currently making its way through Congress."" The TMRB recommended that drivers who enter the CBD through the Queens-Midtown, Hugh L. Carey, Holland and Lincoln tunnels would receive a $5 credit toward the congestion pricing toll, bringing their effective toll rate down to $10.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-statement-city-slashing-nypd-police-force,Malliotakis Statement on City Slashing NYPD Police Force,2023-11-29,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND, BROOKLYN, NY) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today released the following statement regarding planned cuts to the New York City Police Department (NYPD) by more than 4,500 officers by the end of FY25: ""Mayor Adams' plan to slash NYPD ranks by more than 4,500 officers and reduce the force to 1990s levels is a preventable disaster that will cause irreparable damage to public safety in New York City. The Mayor has repeatedly claimed he would not do anything to make our city less safe, but his actions speak louder than his words, and the reduction of police and school safety officers will certainly have an impact at a time when crime rates are much higher than where they were just a few years ago thanks to Albany's bail law and other anti-police policies. There's no difference in the radical left's 'Defund the Police' agenda and doing this. It is unconscionable that the Mayor continues to misinterpret the city's 'Right to Shelter' decree - even after a Staten Island judge reaffirmed that the city has no obligation to house citizens of other countries - and prefers to bankrupt our city and cut services from citizens. The Mayor should immediately cease providing free housing and other services to migrants and start putting his own citizens first.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1010,REPS. LAWLER AND ROSS ISSUE JOINT STATEMENT ON EUROPEAN COMMISSION MOLDOVA EU ACCESSION RECOMMENDATION,2023-11-28,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Moldova Caucus Co-Chairs Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Deborah Ross (NC-02) issued the following joint statement in response to the European Commission's recent recommendation for the European Council to begin negotiations with Moldova for EU membership. ""We are thrilled to hear that the EU’s European Commission has recommended that the European Council open formal accession negotiations with Moldova,"" said Representatives Lawler and Ross.""This development is a significant step forward for Moldova and reflects positively on all the reforms instituted by the Sandu Administration. We are hopeful that negotiations will ultimately lead to Moldova joining the EU in the near future and help bolster peace and security in the region."" New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1016,REP. LAWLER JOINS REPS. RYAN AND MOLINARO ON LEGISLATION PROTECTING HUDSON RIVER FROM ANCHORAGE BARGES,2023-11-28,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) recently joined his Hudson Valley colleagues Pat Ryan (NY-18) and Marc Molinaro (NY-19) on H.R. 6356, the Hudson River Protection Act. This bipartisan bill will prevent the construction of additional anchorages north of the Tappan Zee Bridge. The legislation became necessary after a recent Coast Guard information bulletin redefined the Port of New York and classified the area north of the Tappan Zee as subject to the Coast Guard's ""Inland Navigation Rules,"" opening virtually the entire area to anchorage barges. ""Preserving the health of the Hudson River is a priority we all share and is something that I have been vocal about since taking office,"" said Representative Lawler (NY-17). ""That's why I opposed Holtec's plans to release radioactive wastewater into the Hudson from the decommissioned Indian Point Energy Center. It is also why I joined several colleagues from both parties in introducing the NY-NJ Watershed Protection Act earlier this year."" ""Anchorage barges on the Hudson River would substantially increase the risk of spillage from vessels carrying oil, asphalt, and other hazardous materials while also jeopardizing the safety of recreational boaters due to the increased commercial traffic,"" Representative Lawler continued. ""That's unacceptable and it is why I helped spearhead this legislation to prevent those risks."" “We owe it to our kids, our seniors, and future generations to fight with everything we’ve got,"" said Representative Pat Ryan (NY-18). ""This legislation will stop big corporations from turning our Hudson River into a parking lot for dangerous barges once and for all. These dangerous barges threaten the health and safety of our kids, the more than 100,000 people who rely on the river for their drinking water, and our entire ecosystem. We must continue to stand up with one voice to fight for our River."" “Our bipartisan bill is a line in the sand. We will not sit on the sidelines and watch others jeopardize the Hudson River, its drinking water, and ecosystem. Some issues, like protecting the Hudson River, are bigger than politics and demand a unified, bipartisan front,” said Representative Marc Molinaro (NY-19). New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1018,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER TOUTS PASSAGE OF RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING ISRAEL’S RIGHT TO EXIST,2023-11-28,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Tonight, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after his resolution, H.Res.888, which reaffirms Israel’s right to exist, passed the House Floor 412 to 1. “Tonight, the House of Representatives, in an overwhelming and bipartisan fashion, unequivocally reaffirmed Israel’s right to exist in the face of an unprecedented wave of hate against it,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “President Truman recognized Israel 11 minutes after its founding, and for 75 years America has remained steadfast in our support for Israel. I’m proud that 210 Republicans and 202 Democrats set aside our differences and came together to show support for our closest ally in the Middle East.” “Israel is the only multicultural, multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and multi-religious democracy in the Middle East. They are a beacon of hope, freedom, and opportunity. Tonight, Congress reaffirmed our support for the state of Israel, their right to exist, and the right of the Jewish people to live peacefully in their native land,” concluded Congressman Lawler. New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City, is home to one of the largest Jewish populations in the country, and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-announces-3-million-support-staten-island-ferry-operations,Malliotakis Announces $3 Million to Support Staten Island Ferry Operations,2023-11-28,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND, NY) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today announced the New York City Department of Transportation will be awarded a $3 million federal grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to rehabilitate an off-site storage facility that supports the operation of the Staten Island Ferry. ""From securing critical funds to modernize our ferry fleet, to advocating for a new contract for our ferry workers, to delivering a grant to rehabilitate this storage facility, I will continue to keep my commitment to improve the service reliability of the Staten Island Ferry,"" Malliotakis said. ""Staten Island is finally receiving its fair share of federal infrastructure funding and I will continue to work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to fight for more funding to bring our community's infrastructure into the 21st century."" ""MEBA is pleased to see much needed investments are being made to ensure the safe and continued service of the Staten Island Ferry system,"" said Roland Rexha Secretary-Treasurer of the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA), AFL-CIO. ""We are grateful for Rep. Malliotakis' vote in support of the bipartisan infrastructure law that made these resources a reality. These funds will go a long way to ensure the long-term operation and maintenance of the Ferry on behalf of the thousands of New Yorkers who rely on this vital transportation service every day."" GRANT BACKGROUND: This grant is being awarded under the FTA FY23 Ferry Programs that provides funding for projects that support passenger ferry service, and upgrade ferry boats, terminals, related facilities and equipment. Specifically, these funds, which have been made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Malliotakis supported last Congress, will be used to rehabilitate an off-site storage facility in Stapleton that houses large parts and materials used for Ferry maintenance and its dock building unit. The condition of the storage facility has slowly deteriorated due to lingering adverse flooding effects from Hurricane Sandy. An improved storage facility will help the Staten Island Ferry enhance the safety of its system as parts held at the facility tend to be larger, high value items that are stored for extended periods. If stored improperly or in poor conditions, the parts could have hidden deterioration or deficiencies that could unknowingly have a potential safety impact on the Ferry. This project will demolish and replace three buildings and rehabilitate the other; install new fencing, pave the lot to improve access and drainage, provide utility upgrades and add security lighting at the facility. The lot will be paved to handle heavy vehicles, large loads and materials.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-local-officials-law-enforcement-unveil-new-police-vehicles,"Garbarino, Local Officials, Law Enforcement Unveil New Police Vehicles",2023-11-27,2023,2023-11,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) joined with Amityville Mayor Dennis Siry, Amityville Police Chief Bryan Burton, and additional Village and Law Enforcement representatives at Amityville Village Hall to unveil three fully outfitted new police vehicles obtained with federal funds secured by Rep. Garbarino. ""Our law enforcement officers need proper equipment to combat crime and effectively perform their duties. This is a matter of public safety and to ensure our officers have the tools they need to serve and protect,” said Rep. Garbarino. “These vehicles will help the Amityville Police Department modernize its fleet of police vehicles in order to better protect Amityville and the families and businesses that call this community home. I thank Mayor Siry and the Village of Amityville for working with my office to submit the funding request that allowed for the purchase of these vehicles. I am proud to be able to deliver federal funding directly to my district and ensure the needs of New York’s Second District are being met by those in Washington."" “We appreciate this major financial support that which enables us to upgrade our APD fleet with three fully equipped vehicles. Congressman Garbarino shares our commitment to ensuring our community’s safety and we are pleased to be able to provide these critical tools to our officers for their emergency response and enforcement efforts,” said Mayor Dennis M. Siry, Village of Amityville. Amityville was awarded $210,000 in the Fiscal Year 2023 Appropriations bill through a Community Project Funding request that Rep. Garbarino submitted on behalf of the Village of Amityville during the appropriations process. The funds were designated to replace the Amityville Police Department’s aging and out-of-date cruisers. Specifically, the funding was awarded as a grant through the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Program. The program provides federal leadership, grants, training, technical assistance, and other resources to improve the nation’s capacity to prevent and reduce crime and uphold the rule of law.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-visits-falconer-fire-department-announces-over-107000-federal,"Langworthy Visits Falconer Fire Department, Announces Over $107,000 in Federal Funding",2023-11-21,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) made a visit to the Falconer Fire Department to meet with first responders and announce an Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $107,021. Congressman Langworthy was joined at the station by Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel. “It’s an honor to thank these first responders in person and to announce this critical federal funding that will support the Falconer Fire Department in their important work,” said Congressman Langworthy. “Our firefighters and emergency personnel put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe, and they deserve the resources necessary to effectively carry out their duties.” The Falconer Fire Department intends to use this grant to purchase 24 new sets of turnout gear. Image Image Download Photos for Media Use",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-visits-lancaster-senior-center-ahead-medicare-enrollment-deadline,Langworthy Visits Lancaster Senior Center Ahead of Medicare Enrollment Deadline,2023-11-21,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LANCASTER, N.Y. – Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) attended lunch at the Lancaster Senior Center, engaging with constituents and highlighting his office's services for seniors. With the approaching deadline for Medicare enrollment on December 7th, Congressman Langworthy addressed concerns and ensured they have access to the help they need to meet this deadline. “I had a wonderful time at the Lancaster Senior Center today, where I had the honor of sharing some Thanksgiving blessings with our cherished seniors,” said Congressman Langworthy. “It was an important opportunity to discuss the upcoming Medicare enrollment deadline with them and address their concerns. They truly are the greatest generation, and it’s an honor to represent them in Congress.” Image Image Download Photos for Media Use",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-hosts-roundtable-jewish-community-leaders-staten-island,Malliotakis Hosts Roundtable with Jewish Community Leaders on Staten Island,2023-11-21,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND, NY) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) yesterday hosted a roundtable discussion at the JCC of Staten Island with Rabbis and Jewish community leaders regarding the ongoing war in Israel along with the disturbing rise in antisemitic hate crimes and antisemitic protests on college campuses. ""With everything going on at home and abroad, it's critically important that our Jewish community members know we are here to listen to their concerns and implement policies that reaffirm our support for our great ally Israel during this incredibly difficult time,"" Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis said. ""What we're seeing on college campuses right now is extremely disturbing and should frighten every American. No one should fear going to work or school because of their faith, and I will continue to be an advocate for members of the Jewish community in Congress to hold those who are promoting antisemitism accountable for their vile rhetoric."" Malliotakis is member of the bipartisan House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group, and has voted for, introduced and cosponsored several pieces of legislation to provide critical military assistance to Israel, restore maximum pressure on Iran, crackdown on rising antisemitism on college campuses and secure federal security grants for the local jewish community. Last week the House Committee on Ways and Means, of which Malliotakis is a member, hosted a hearing on antisemitism where the Congresswoman laid out consequences she believes college campuses should be subject to for allowing antisemitism to go unaddressed, including: Stripping of federal funding Prohibiting financial aid Rescinding tax-exempt stats Revoke student visas from participants",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-ymca-announce-funding-new-ventilation-systems,"Malliotakis, YMCA Announce Funding for New Ventilation Systems",2023-11-20,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"""This organization is so important because they serve young children all the way to our our elderly - it gives them many things to do to keep themselves mentally and physically active and healthy, and I'm really happy to have helped earmark this money,"" Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis said. ""We're happy to support Staten Islanders on the South Shore and the North Shore, and we appreciate the work that the YMCA does. It is a very important facility and resource for so many, and I hope that many people in our community will benefit and find enjoyment as a result of this grant. You have swim lessons, life guard training and certification, exercise programs - there's a lot of things that can be done just in the pool facility, let alone all the other activities that you have at the YMCA."" ""We're so excited to be here to accept this capital award for the upgrades to our pool and replacement of the dehumidification system,"" Meghan Sinback, Executive Director of the Broadway and South Shore YMCAs. ""The YMCA truly committed to increasing access to swim lessons and water safety programs, and that all starts with a well-functioning and a well-maintained pool. We are sincerely grateful for Congresswoman Malliotakis for obtaining this award for us."" Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at 24 branches across New York City.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-santos-must-be-expelled,"LaLota: “The Evidence is Damning, Santos Must Be Expelled”",2023-11-16,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) released the following statement after the House Ethics Committee issued a damning report with regard to the fraud perpetrated by George Santos. “The bipartisan Ethics Committee report confirms what most New Yorkers understood months ago; George Santos is a lying fraudster who stole an election to get to Congress. My fellow New Yorkers deserve a real representative,” said LaLota. “Now, his election should be invalidated by the House using its Constitutional expulsion powers. Then, at an early-spring special election, my New York neighbors to the west will finally get an opportunity to participate in a valid election.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-requests-answers-governor-hochul-seneca-nation-gaming-compact,Langworthy Requests Answers from Governor Hochul on Seneca Nation Gaming Compact,2023-11-16,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) penned a letter to New York Governor Kathy Hochul to request an update regarding the status of the gaming compact between the State and Seneca Nation, as the expiration of the existing compact quickly approaches. “We are just weeks away from the expiration of the State’s gaming compact with the Seneca Nation, and we’ve been left in the dark by Governor Hochul,” said Rep. Langworthy.“Over a thousand jobs in my district and the Seneca Nation are dependent on this compact, and these employees deserve to know if their jobs are safe or if their gaming licenses are in jeopardy. Whether it’s a new compact or an extension of the current compact, Governor Hochul must provide a timely update.” The current gaming compact is set to expire on December 9, 2023, and any new gaming compact must be reviewed by the U.S. Department of Interior before it goes into effect.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=975,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER’S STATEMENT REGARDING THE RELEASE OF HOUSE ETHICS COMMITTEE REPORT ON GEORGE SANTOS,2023-11-16,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after the House Ethics Committee released its long-awaited report on Congressman George Santos. “George Santos should end this farce and resign immediately,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “If he refuses, he must be removed from Congress.” “His conduct is not only unbecoming and embarrassing, it is criminal,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “He is unfit to serve and should resign today.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=977,CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER RELEASES STATEMENT ON GOVERNOR HOCHUL’S SIGNING OF “CLEAN SLATE” LAW,2023-11-16,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after Governor Hochul signed “Clean Slate” into law earlier today. “In Governor Kathy Hochul’s New York, criminals come first,” said Congressman Mike Lawler. “That’s the message she sent loud and clear today by signing the disastrous 'Clean Slate' legislation into law.” “Hiding the criminal records of millions of convicted felons from potential employers and the public, while simultaneously impugning the reputations of heroic law enforcement officers, is absurd public policy,” concluded Congressman Lawler. “This two-tiered system of transparency, where criminals come first, is wrong, appalling, and must change. 2026 can’t get here soon enough.” New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-santos-must-resign-or-face-expulsion,Malliotakis: Santos Must Resign or Face Expulsion,2023-11-16,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"“The charges against Rep. Santos are extremely serious and deeply disturbing, and as I’ve previously said, he simply doesn’t have the trust of his constituents or colleagues. The House Ethics Committee report only reaffirms that his actions are unbecoming of a Member of Congress. I believe it’s not enough for Santos to simply say he won’t seek re-election. He should immediately resign or be expelled so his constituents can be represented by someone who isn’t a fraud.” The House Committee on Ethics unanimously voted to refer to the Department of Justice (DOJ) substantial evidence that Representative Santos: knowingly caused his campaign committee to file false or incomplete reports with the Federal Election Commission; used campaign funds for personal purposes; engaged in fraudulent conduct in connection with RedStone Strategies LLC; and engaged in knowing and willful violations of the Ethics in Government Act as it relates to his Financial Disclosure Statements filed with the House.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=973,"HOUSE PASSES REP. LAWLER’S AMENDMENTS TO LABOR, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, AND EDUCATION (LHHS) APPROPRIATIONS BILL COMBATTING CAMPUS ANTISEMITISM",2023-11-15,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced that the House passed two amendments he put forward to the House’s appropriations bill for Labor, Heath and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) to combat antisemitism on college campuses. Representative Lawler's amendment requiring the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Education to prioritize the investigation of antisemitic incidents was passed by a voice vote in the en bloc amendments. His second LHHS amendment, rescinding federal funding for college campuses that give a platform to antisemitism hate, was adopted with broad, bipartisan support. Earlier this year, Representative Lawler introduced H.R. 3773, the Stop Anti-Semitism on College Campuses Act, to rescind federal funding for colleges that authorize, facilitate, provide funding for, or otherwise support any event promoting antisemitism on campus. ""I introduced the Stop Anti-Semitism on College Campuses Act earlier this year after Fatima Mohammed’s hateful anti-Israel diatribe of a commencement speech at CUNY School of Law,"" said Congressman Lawler (NY-17). ""The threats and violence against Jewish students on college campuses in the aftermath of Hamas’ October 7th terrorist attack on Israel have made this policy even more pressing."" ""We must ensure students are safe on campus and Congress must continue our work to eradicate the scourge of antisemitism at every turn,"" Congressman Lawler continued. ""The adoption of my amendment to defund campus antisemitism as well as my amendment ensuring the DOE prioritizes investigations of antisemitic incidents shows that the House of Representatives is serious about combating the threats Jewish students are facing every day."" New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-moskowitz-urge-president-biden-reconsider-fda-rule-potential-open,"Garbarino, Moskowitz Urge President Biden To Reconsider FDA Rule With Potential To Open Illicit Revenue Stream For Hamas-Allied Terrorists",2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,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) and Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging that an imminent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule banning menthol in cigarettes be reconsidered due to potential unintended national security consequences. The Members wrote in part, ""If there was ever a moment to pause and reevaluate the potential impact of every U.S. policy choice on our national security, this is the time. We are concerned that there may be potential unintended national security consequences of an imminent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule banning menthol in cigarettes at this time...It is well-documented that Hezbollah is a leader in the illicit cigarette trade – not halfway around the world but right here in the Western Hemisphere. There have been cases in which Hezbollah and Hamas cells have smuggled cigarettes into the United States to send the revenue overseas. Given Hezbollah’s established cigarette business and its ties to the Mexican drug cartels, we cannot discount the potential for this FDA-proposed rule to open a massive revenue stream for this Hamas-allied foreign terrorist organization."" House and Senate leadership of both parties were copied on the letter, along with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Shalanda Young. The full text of the letter can be found hereand below: Dear President Biden: Last week, FBI Director Christopher Wray warned the American people that the actions of “Hamas and its allies” are creating a threat to the United States homeland, “the likes of which we haven't seen since ISIS launched its so-called caliphate several years ago.” Hamas’s allies include Iranian-backed Hezbollah and Iran itself, who have praised Hamas’ recent attacks on Israeli military personnel and against thousands of Israeli civilians. Director Wray’s statement comes just as United States Customs and Border Patrol reports that dozens of Syrian and Iranian nationals have been arrested trying to cross the southern border in the past month, following a record-breaking number of encounters of FBI terror watch list suspects at the southern border in Fiscal Year 2023. If there was ever a moment to pause and reevaluate the potential impact of every U.S. policy choice on our national security, this is the time. We are concerned that there may be potential unintended national security consequences of an imminent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule banning menthol in cigarettes at this time. If the ban goes into effect, many of the millions of American menthol cigarette consumers may find a way to continue smoking by likely turning to the illicit market. This is especially so, considering the current regulated menthol market in the U.S. is worth approximately $30 billion. It is well-documented that Hezbollah is a leader in the illicit cigarette trade – not halfway around the world but right here in the Western Hemisphere. There have been cases in which Hezbollah and Hamas cells have smuggled cigarettes into the United States to send the revenue overseas. Given Hezbollah’s established cigarette business and its ties to the Mexican drug cartels, we cannot discount the potential for this FDA-proposed rule to open a massive revenue stream for this Hamas-allied foreign terrorist organization. Despite the extent of cigarette smuggling and the use of illicit profits to fuel criminal enterprises, it does not appear any U.S. government agency has considered the threat of this FDA proposal on American security, let alone developed a mitigation plan. It would be concerning to move forward with this rule without considering the potential for foreign terrorist and criminal organizations, such as Hezbollah or Hamas, to generate revenue and fuel their operations in the wake of a ban on menthol cigarettes. While the U.S. lends support to Israel and works to defeat terrorism, we urge you to pause this FDA-proposed rule and potential Hezbollah-financing scheme until Congress can get answers from the Administration on its national security implications. We cannot afford to take our national security for granted. Sincerely,",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-tillis-introduce-joint-resolution-disapproval-overreaching-sec-rule,"Garbarino, Tillis Introduce Joint Resolution For The Disapproval of Overreaching SEC Rule",2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,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), Chairman of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Subcommittee of the House Homeland Security Committee and a Member of the House Financial Services Committee, introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to overturn the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) cyber disclosure rule. U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, introduced the companion CRA resolution in the Senate. ""This cybersecurity disclosure rule is a complete overreach on the part of the SEC and one that is in direct conflict with congressional intent. CISA, as the lead civilian cybersecurity agency, has been tasked with developing and issuing regulations for cyber incident reporting as it relates to covered entities. Congress has been clear in its intent to harmonize federal incident reporting requirements, a position that the Biden Administration has emphasized as well. Despite this, the SEC took it upon itself to create duplicative requirements that not only further burden an understaffed cybersecurity workforce with additional and unnecessary reporting requirements, but also increase cybersecurity risk without a congressional mandate and in direct contradiction to public law that is intended to secure the homeland. This CRA resolution will reinforce the congressional intent of CIRCIA and ensure that the SEC rule no longer poses a danger to our homeland,"" said Rep. Garbarino. Rep. Garbarino questioned SEC Chairman Gary Gensler about the rule during a September House Financial Services Committee hearing entitled, ""Oversight of the Securities and Exchange Commission."" The exchange can be watched here. “As we have continuously seen, Gary Gensler’s SEC is doing their best to hurt market participants by overregulating firms into oblivion,” said Senator Tillis. “I am proud to co-introduce the Resolution of Disapproval to strike down this overreaching rule that creates unrealistic timelines and unnecessary red tape that will ultimately make markets less safe overall.” “We support Congressman Garbarino and Senator Tillis’s commitment to strengthening national cybersecurity and holding regulators accountable for facilitating that goal. Banks strongly support sharing information on cyber threats and are in ongoing contact with regulators and government agencies following an incident. We believe there are better ways to promote transparency, protect investors and mitigate contagion risk than by publicly sharing detailed vulnerability information with criminals and hostile nation states while remediation is ongoing,” said Heather Hogsett, Senior Vice President of Technology and Risk Strategy for BITS, the technology policy division of the Bank Policy Institute ""Fighting cyberattacks is critically important, but the new cyber disclosure rule could force important information to be reported before the problem is fixed and could interfere with the efforts by law enforcement and intelligence agencies to stop attackers. We believe it is out of synch with what Congress and the Administration have worked to achieve. We thank Representative Garbarino for his leadership in introducing this Congressional Review Act resolution on the Cybersecurity disclosure rule,” said Christopher Roberti, Senior Vice President for Cyber, Space, and National Security Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “We appreciate Rep. Garbarino and Sen. Tillis’ legislative efforts to block the SEC’s mandatory breach disclosure rule from taking effect,” said Kirsten Sutton, Executive Vice President of Congressional Relations and Legislative Affairs for the American Bankers Association. “No industry is as committed as the banking industry to protecting customers and their data from cyberattack, and banks are already required to report any hack to their primary regulator and notify their customers if their data is stolen. The SEC’s rule could actually make things worse by publicly identifying the business that’s been hacked and inviting other bad actors to target the same business. We urge lawmakers to support the joint resolution of disapproval sponsored by Rep. Garbarino and Sen. Tillis and force the SEC to rethink this ill-conceived rule.” Representatives Ann Wagner (R-MO-02), Andy Barr (R-KY-06), and Zach Nunn (R-IA-03) joined Rep. Garbarino as original cosponsors in the House. The full text of the bill can be found here. Background On July 26, the SEC adopted the ""Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure"" final rules. The new disclosure rules will require registrants to publicly disclose on the new Item 1.05 of Form 8-K any cybersecurity incident they determine to be material; to describe the material aspects of the incident's nature, scope, and timing; and to describe its material impact or reasonably likely material impact on the registrant. The registrant will be required to make this disclosure four business days after it determines that a cybersecurity incident is material, unless the Attorney General determines that disclosure would threaten national security or public safety. Additionally, the rules add Regulation S-K Item 106, which requires a registrant to describe its processes, if any, for assessing, identifying, and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats and to describe whether any risks from cybersecurity threats have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect their business strategy, results of operations, or financial condition. The SEC’s cybersecurity disclosures are in direct conflict with the congressionally-mandated Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (CIRCIA), which is currently being implemented by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Signed into law in March 2022, CIRCIA requires CISA to develop and issue regulations requiring covered entities to report to CISA any covered cyber incidents within 72 hours from the time the entity reasonably believes the incident occurred – a rulemaking that is currently being developed. CIRCIA also established the Cyber Incident Reporting Council (Council) at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to coordinate, deconflict, and harmonize federal incident reporting requirements. By giving CISA and DHS these directives, Congress solidified its intent that CISA is the lead Federal agency for cybersecurity and should be the primary intake point for cyber incident reports. While CIRCIA aims to equip CISA with incident information to offer technical assistance, mitigate impacts for other organizations, and ultimately identify trends to protect the homeland, the SEC rules aim to increase transparency for investors. Greater transparency around cybersecurity risk management, strategy, governance, and material cybersecurity incidents can increase resilience. However, public disclosure of ongoing incidents risks opening registrants up to further attacks. While the SEC makes some changes to the scope of reporting to limit what is reported, publicly reporting even the existence of a material incident before it is remediated would achieve the same effect as disclosing a vulnerability before there is a patch. This would only lead to attackers flocking to exploit the vulnerability for themselves.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-novcr23,"LaLota Votes to Keep the Government Open, Avert Shutdown",2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) released the following statement after voting YES to pass H.R. 6363, the Further Continuing Appropriations Act. “Keeping the government open and our soldiers paid is one of our most important and basic duties in Congress. Today’s continuing resolution will allow us to continue working on appropriations bills and responsibly fund the government,” said LaLota. “We must stop governing by continuing resolution, the American people deserve better. Let’s keep working, put up bills which can pass the House, and work with the Senate to reduce spending and keep our government open.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: LaLota introduced the Troops Before Politicians Act, which would prohibit members of Congress from receiving pay at any point our military is not receiving pay. Click HERE to read the full text of this legislation. LaLota is a cosponsor of the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act, which would require that if appropriations work is not done on time, all Members of Congress must stay in Washington, DC, and work until the spending bills are completed. This will prevent a government-wide shutdown and continue critical services and operations for Americans. Click HERE to read the full text of this legislation. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=971,REP. MIKE LAWLER ANNOUNCES UNANIMOUS PASSAGE OF IRAN-CHINA ENERGY SANCTIONS ACT FROM FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE,2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) announced that H.R. 5923, the Iran-China Energy Sanctions Act, passed the House Financial Services Committee by a margin of 47-0 during today’s Committee markup. H.R. 5923, which Representative Lawler introduced with his colleague Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) targets the small, independent Chinese oil refiners driving Chinese purchases of Iranian crude and requires the Treasury Department to make annual sanctions determinations for Chinese banks. ""Iran is exporting a record 1.5 million barrels of petroleum per day and around 80 percent of those exports are going to China,"" said Congressman Lawler (NY-17). ""We must crack down on enablers of Iranian terror, of which there is no greater culprit than China."" ""Cutting off Iran’s ability to finance terrorist proxies around the world is long overdue. That’s why I introduced the SHIP Act which just passed the House last week and it’s why I introduced the Iran-China Energy Sanctions Act,"" Congressman Lawler concluded. ""I was pleased to see H.R. 5923 advance from the Financial Services Committee and look forward to getting it passed and signed into law."" New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-statement-vote-avert-government-shutdown,Malliotakis Statement on Vote to Avert a Government Shutdown,2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today released the following statement regarding her vote to avert a shutdown and keep the government fully funded through at least January 19, 2024. ""House Republicans have been diligently working to pass seven of the twelve appropriations bills that cut wasteful spending and repeal many of President Biden's reckless policies; the Senate has passed three. Today I voted to keep our government open while we continue to work through the remaining components of our plan to restore fiscal responsibility in Washington. With our ally at war and growing threats here at home, calls for a shutdown are irresponsible and especially cruel toward American families, federal employees and military service members who would see programs and pay withheld during the holiday season."" Under House Republicans' plan, agencies dealing with Agriculture, Military Construction/Veterans Affairs, Energy and Water, and Transportation and Housing and Urban Development will be funded until January 19th, 2024. The remaining agency appropriations — for the Departments of Commerce, Justice and Science; Defense; Financial Services; Homeland Security; Interior and Environment; Labor, Health and Human Services and Education; Legislative Branch; State and foreign operations — will be funded to February 2.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-votes-avoid-government-shutdown-and-prevent-further,Congresswoman Tenney Votes to Avoid a Government Shutdown and Prevent Further Irresponsible Government Spending,2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today voted in favor of H.R. 6363, the Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act, to avoid a government shutdown and prevent an irresponsible end-of-year Megabus spending bill. This bill passed the House by a vote of 336-95. ""House Republicans have proven that we are committed to finding a path forward that reduces spending, secures our borders, and restores fiscal responsibility in Washington,"" said Congresswoman Tenney. ""I have worked tirelessly to fight wasteful spending and bloated omnibus government funding bills and return to considering appropriations bills with amendments under regular order. Regular order means passing each of the 12 federal appropriations bills individually in an open and transparent process. For many years, Congress has forced through massive omnibus spending bills that have undermined the legislative process and have cost taxpayers billions on wasteful programs. ""House Republicans have now considered 11 of 12 appropriations bills through regular order. We are changing how Washington works and restoring the People’s House to regular order in order to fairly represent the American people. I voted in favor of this Continuing Resolution because it continues to fund the government and our military on a short-term basis while granting the House Republicans more time to truly tackle the fiscal problems plaguing the American people. ""This legislation will avoid a government shutdown and ensure that the service members at Fort Drum, Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, Customs and Border Protection Agents, TSA agents, and all critical federal agencies serving across New York’s 24th District will continue to operate in the next two months. In addition, shutting down the government would have cost the American taxpayers more in the long run, raised our already historic national debt, and led to another Christmas omnibus monstrosity, resulting in even more reckless federal spending. ""By passing this CR today, we are able to pass the remaining fiscally conservative appropriations bills to provide the relief that the American people need, reaffirm Congress's power of the purse, and refocus our government to its core mission: to serve the American people and defend the Constitution."" ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-mayorkas,LaLota: “Mayorkas Has Betrayed the American People”,2023-11-13,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a member of the Homeland Security Committee, released the following statement in support of impeaching Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). “America, public safety, and our rule of law deserve better than Alejandro Mayorkas whose failed leadership has resulted in over 7.6 million illegal crossings and over 200,000 American fentanyl deaths during his short tenure,” said LaLota. “In my service in the Navy, I saw ship captains relieved for infinitely less dereliction of duty. Mayorkas has turned his back on our hardworking Border Patrol Agents and betrayed the American people, costing American lives. It’s time to impeach, and more importantly REMOVE, Secretary Mayorkas.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-tannousis-colleagues-respond-adams-abrupt-cancellation-school,"Malliotakis, Tannousis, Colleagues Respond to Adams' Abrupt Cancellation of School Safety Agent Class",2023-11-13,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND/BROOKLYN, NY) - Today Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Assemblyman Michael Tannousis and local colleagues held a press conference in response to New York City Mayor Eric Adams' abrupt cancellation of a 250-person school safety agent class when the city is already experiencing a shortage of 1,200 school safety officers. Statements from local officials can be found below, and the letter officials sent to Mayor Adams regarding the cancellation can be found HERE. ""We need more school safety agents to keep our children safe, not less. New York City is down 1,200 agents, a 25% cut from pre-COVID levels. We need Mayor Adams to put school children first and stop canceling new hires,"" said Rep. Nicole Malliotakis. ""The safety of our children should never be compromised. The cancellation of the 250-person school safety agent class is both unacceptable and irrational. These agents are trained and then deployed to various public schools around New York City for the sole purpose of protecting our children. While the city may be facing unprecedented budget cuts as a result of the migrant crisis, our children's safety cannot be left vulnerable. The increase in crime in our streets, coupled with the recent conflict in the Middle East which has made New Yorkers potential targets of terrorism, has demonstrated the need for increased security in our schools. As a result, we are requesting that the new class of 250 school safety agents be reinstated immediately so these agents can be trained and deployed to protect our children,"" said Assemblyman Michael Tannousis (R,C-Staten Island/Brooklyn). ""School safety agents are critical to the mission of keeping our community’s children safe while they are in public schools. Canceling a class of 250 new agents is unacceptable because the safety of our kids is non negotiable, and it is especially outrageous given the billions the city is forking out due to the migrant crisis. I ask that Administration to reverse course and reinstate this class immediately,"" said Councilman David Carr. ""The cancellation of hiring 250 additional School Safety Officers exacerbates an already challenging situation, placing the burden on our children. Dedicated school safety officers are vital protectors during times of distress. Staten Island faces a shortage of assigned School Safety Agents, coinciding with a recent rise in youth violence and tragic incidents, highlighting the urgent need for increased attention and resources. We call for the reinstatement of the 250 canceled school safety officers and a stronger commitment from Mayor Adams and the NYPD to address the existing shortage,"" said Councilwoman Kamillah Hanks.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-continues-advocate-susan-muffley-act,Congresswoman Tenney Continues to Advocate for the Susan Muffley Act,2023-11-13,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) recently submitted the Susan Muffley Act of 2023 as a bipartisan amendment to H.R. 5894, the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of Fiscal Year 2024. Joining Congresswoman Tenney in this effort are Representatives Mike Turner (R-OH), Dan Kildee (D-MI), and Gwen Moore (D-WI). In 2009, more than 20,000 Delphi Salaried Retirees lost the full value of their retirement benefits in the aftermath of the General Motors bailout. Following the bankruptcy filing, the company surrendered its pension obligations to the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation as part of its 2009 bankruptcy agreement. The Obama Administration then worked behind closed doors with union leaders to slash the pensions promised to the 20,000 non-unionized salaried staff. Earlier this year, Tenney cosponsored the Susan Muffley Act to provide backpay for the pension payments that the Delphi Salaried Retirees should have received for the past 14 years via a lump sum payment equivalent to the difference between any benefits that have paid out and what retirees would have been paid without limitations, plus 6 percent interest. Tenney also released a full documentary, which includes interviews with several impacted families and individuals from Western New York. “The Delphi Salaried Retirees have been fighting tirelessly for nearly 15 years to correct the grave injustice imposed on them by the Obama Administration,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “It is beyond time to correct this egregious wrong and pass the Susan Muffley Act to fully restore the Delphi’s pension plan with back pay. Thank you to Representatives Turner, Kildee, and Moore for their partnership on this issue and continued work advocating for the passage of the Susan Muffley Act. I will continue to fight tirelessly until the Delphi Salaried Retirees have their full pensions restored.” To watch Tenney’s full remarks before the Rules Committee, click here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-torres-introduce-bipartisan-saving-vet-halls-act-2023,"Garbarino, Torres Introduce The Bipartisan Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023",2023-11-10,2023,2023-11,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), announced the introduction of H.R. 6337, The Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023, bipartisan legislation that would create a grant program to address the needs of local Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) as they fight to keep their facilities open. VSOs such as the American Legion, AMVETS, and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), serve as community centers providing crucial services to veterans, servicemembers, dependents, and survivors in our communities, with many of these services often requiring the use of VSO facilities. Several thousand veterans halls across the country have closed over the past decade. While the COVID-19 pandemic has ended, these veterans’ halls are still feeling the effects of being forced to shutter for events – their main source of funding – for months on end. Congressman Richie Torres (D-NY-15) joined Rep. Garbarino as co-lead of this legislation. “Veteran Service Organizations provide critical resources to our veterans and their facilities serve as places for our communities to come together,” said Rep. Garbarino. “They allow neighbors and families to gather for events like birthdays, weddings, job fairs, and other special occasions. Unfortunately, many veterans’ halls have struggled to survive over the past few years due to declining membership numbers, outdated technology, and facilities in disrepair from years of neglect, leading to the closure of several thousand veteran’s halls across the country over the past decade. The Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023 would provide a crucial lifeline to ensure VSOs can continue serving our community.” “Veterans’ halls are the heartbeats of our communities, where neighbors come together to celebrate life’s milestones and where veterans receive vital support,” said Rep. Torres. “The Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023 recognizes the vital role played by Veteran Service Organizations like the American Legion, AMVETS, and Veterans of Foreign Wars, ensuring they thrive for generations. By creating a $10 million grant program, this bill empowers these local heroes with the resources they need to renovate and modernize their facilities.” Original cosponsors of the bill include Representatives Anthony D’Esposito (R-NY-04), Nick LaLota (R-NY-01), Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23), Mike Lawler (R-NY-17), Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY-11), Donald G. Davis (D-NC-01), Angie Craig (D-MN-02), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), and Thomas Kean Jr. (R-NJ-07). There are over 100 VA-recognized, national Veterans Service Organizations that serve millions of veterans around the country. The Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023 takes action to alleviate the financial burden placed on these local veterans’ halls so that hardworking families may enjoy these halls for years to come. Specifically, this bill would: Establish a $10 million grant program through the VA that allows local VSOs to apply for grants of up to $75,000 to make necessary building infrastructure and technology improvements to keep these buildings open and operational for our community. Require VSOs to submit plans demonstrating the need for funding as well as the use of such funds to the VA Secretary, who would then prioritize grant allocation based on need and the capacity to complete the project. The Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023 is endorsed by the American Legion, AMVETS, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). This legislation marks Rep. Garbarino’s continued commitment to preserving VSO facilities for Long Island veterans, following his introduction of The VSO Support Act of 2022 during the 117th Congress. ""AMVETS supports the Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023. This bill would create a grant program to bolster local VSOs in their efforts to improve their facilities and keep them open. Our nation's veterans deserve well-funded places where they can gather, inquire about resources, and share stories with one another. These spaces must be protected, and the Saving Vet Halls Act would help VSOs across the country continue supporting and uniting veterans,"" said Joseph R. Chenelly, Executive Director of AMVETS. The full text of the bill can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-vetsday,LaLota: Remembering Those Who Served,2023-11-10,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a Navy Veteran, released the following statement ahead of Veterans Day. “I’ve always said my favorite job was when I served as a young officer in the Navy and it is a close second to now advocate for Veterans in Congress. So many Americans gave so much to defend our livelihoods and we must do whatever we can to support them now,” said LaLota. “As a Navy Veteran, I’m proud to represent so many fellow Veterans in Congress. I will always fight to ensure our heroes have access to the benefits and services they have earned.” Background: In his first eleven months in office, LaLota has introduced several bills to help our nation’s Veterans, including; H.R. 2768 the PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program Act, H.R. 3186 the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act, and H.R. 4424 the Vietnam Veterans Liver Fluke Cancer Study Act. Additionally, LaLota has cosponsored several other bills to support our heroes, including; H.R. 562 the Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Services Act, H.R. 854 the Captain James C. Edge Gold Star Spouse Equity Act, H.R. 1191 the Correcting Guam’s History in the PACT Act, H.R. 1282 the Major Richard Star Act, H.R. 1413 the Expanding America’s National Cemetery Act, H.R. 3023 the TREAT PTSD Act, H.R. 3428 the United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act, H.Res. 258, and H.Res. 535. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-honors-102-year-old-wwii-veteran-elma-ahead,Congressman Nick Langworthy Honors 102-year-old WWII Veteran from Elma Ahead of Veterans Day,2023-11-10,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) honored 102-year-old WWII Bomber Pilot Herman “Pat” Pawlicki in a speech on the House Floor. Pat Pawlicki is a native of Western New York and currently lives in Elma. Image Click here to watch on YouTube Click here to download for media use Remarks as prepared for delivery: “Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor a true American hero, Herman “Pat” Pawlicki, a 102-year-old veteran from Elma, NY, who served our nation with unwavering dedication and valor. On December 7, 1941, Pat heard reports of the attacks on Pearl Harbor on the radio. He was so moved with love for our country and for his fellow Americans that he drove to the military recruitment station and enlisted the very next day. Pat went on to serve as a bomber pilot in the U.S. Army Air Force, completing an astounding 23 bombing missions over Austria and southern Germany, even striking Adolf Hitler's infamous retreat in the Bavarian Alps. Pat’s dedication to our country extended beyond the battlefield. After the war, he continued to serve his community, working as a tool and die maker at Trico, and was active in labor unions until he retired. He was a dedicated husband to his wife, Frances, and they raised two daughters together in Western New York. His remarkable contributions to our community have also been recognized by Elma Supervisor Wayne Clark.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-honors-vietnam-veteran-and-clarence-firefighter,Congressman Nick Langworthy Honors Vietnam Veteran and Clarence Firefighter Walter Buechi Ahead of Veterans Day,2023-11-10,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) honored Vietnam Veteran and Clarence Firefighter Walter Buechi in a speech on the House floor. Image Click here to watch on YouTube Click here to download for media use Remarks as prepared for delivery: “Madam Speaker, I rise to honor Vietnam veteran and Clarence, New York native, Walter Buechi. For most of his life, Walt has been dedicated to serving our country and our community. In 1965, he answered the call to serve our nation and spent 18 months as a radio operator in Vietnam. But his service didn’t stop when he made it back home. Instead, he joined the Clarence Fire Department, where he continued to exemplify the qualities that make him a hero in the truest sense. As a firefighter, Walt put his life on the line once again. He has gone above and beyond the call to serve, and we owe him a debt of gratitude that can never be fully repaid. Unfortunately, Walt Buechi is facing his next battle as he’s been diagnosed with Stage Four cancer. When we support veterans' health care in this body, he is the kind of hero we’re helping.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-honors-vietnam-veteran-larry-sherman-chemung,Congressman Nick Langworthy Honors Vietnam Veteran Larry Sherman from Chemung County Ahead of Veterans Day,2023-11-10,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) honored Vietnam Veteran Larry Sherman in a speech on the House floor. Sherman currently serves as the President of the Vietnam Veterans Association Chapter 803 and leads the Chemung County Honor Guard. Image Click here to watch on YouTube Click here to download for media use Remarks as prepared for delivery: “Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor an extraordinary Vietnam veteran from Chemung County, Larry Sherman. After America entered the Vietnam War, Larry Sherman answered the call to serve his fellow Americans and enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Shortly after he completed training, he deployed to Vietnam to join Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 10, the Seabees. He spent his deployment supporting our military and building critical infrastructure under fire, often dodging mortars and rockets. When Larry returned home, he received the same harsh treatment that many Vietnam veterans faced and decided to take action. Larry has been a leader in local initiatives to support his fellow veterans. He now serves as the President of the Vietnam Veterans Association Chapter 803, and leads the Chemung County Honor Guard, which provides a ceremonial military presence at the funerals of veterans and other events.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalotaimproveNFIP,LaLota and Gonzalez Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Homeowners and Improve NFIP,2023-11-08,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Reps. Nick LaLota (R-NY-01) and Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX-34) introduced the Increased Cost of Compliance Modernization Act. This bipartisan bill would aim to lower costs while increasing coverage for homeowners and property owners in high-risk flood areas and improve the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). “Long Islanders have dealt with flooding and the NFIP for decades. We’re resilient people and my Increased Cost of Compliance Modernization Act will ensure our communities are better protected against flood damage while saving taxpayers millions,” said LaLota. “This is a critical piece of legislation that addresses the growing need for improved flood risk management on Long Island. By providing increased funding for flood mitigation measures, my bipartisan bill empowers communities to better prepare for and respond to flood disasters.” “South Texans are no stranger to the impact of severe flooding and often face devastating repair expenses for their homes and businesses,” said Gonzalez. “As prices increase and flooding becomes more common in our region, the federal government must take steps to ensure that the ICC’s coverage cap keeps up with the modern cost of home repairs caused by flood damage. My bipartisan bill will provide greater peace of mind and economic relief to folks who have already suffered through a natural disaster, so they don’t have to worry about the roof over their head when another storm hits.” “The Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Modernization Act takes an important step in allowing property owners to recover after a flood event,” said Chad Berginnis, Executive Director of the Association of State Floodplain Managers. “An increase in ICC limits is desperately needed since it was last adjusted in 2003. Also, by allowing property owners the ability to buy additional coverage and removing ICC from the limit of applicable coverage, homeowners are able to utilize the full benefits provided in their flood insurance policy to address flood recovery.” “On behalf of 1.5 million members of the National Association of REALTORS, thank you for reintroducing the Increased Cost of Compliance Modernization Act of 2023,” said Tracy Kasper, President of the National Association of REALTORS. “This bill would modernize ICC by raising the limit, adding an additional coverage option, and no longer be counted toward NFIP’s coverage limit so that policyholders will not have to choose between essential home repairs and mitigation improvements. NAR supports this important measure to modernize flood risk mitigation coverage, and we look forward to working with Congress as the bill is considered as part of a broader NFIP reauthorization bill in the coming weeks.” To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. Background: Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) coverage was created by the National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994 and became effective in 1997. The cap on ICC coverage began at $15,000 and was last raised in 2003 to $30,000. Over the past two decades, the cost of repairs has risen significantly. ICC is further restricted by FEMA policy that includes ICC payouts in the maximum NFIP payment. This policy limits and can even prevent policyholders from receiving ICC funds. The Increased Cost of Compliance Modernization Act would: Increase the cap on ICC coverage to $50,000 with an additional coverage option that would cover up to $100,000 This cap is set as a percentage of the maximum amount of flood insurance coverage to allow this cap to move with the cap on coverage ICC would no longer be counted toward the maximum NFIP payment Expand eligible use of ICC funds to allow ICC to be used as a non-federal match for Flood Mitigation Assistance, Pre-Disaster Mitigation, and Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs Offsets costs associated with increased payouts by removing the cap on ICC premiums",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-calls-extradition-hamas-leaders-sheltered-qatar,Congresswoman Tenney Calls for Extradition of Hamas Leaders Sheltered in Qatar,2023-11-08,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today sent a letter to the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani, calling for him to extradite the leaders of Hamas and any other terrorist groups sheltered in Qatar. Tenney’s letter recognizes the special relationship the United States and Qatar have as a direct result of our economic and military ties and encourages the Emir to extradite Hamas’s leaders swiftly so they may be brought to justice for the crimes they have committed. ""In this time of peril and distress in the Middle East, Qatar and the United States must work together to combat terrorism and hold those responsible for terrorism accountable,"" said Congresswoman Tenney. ""Today, I sent a letter to Sheikh Tamim thanking him for Qatar's continued partnership and calling for him to extradite the leaders of Hamas and other terrorist organizations being harbored in Qatar. Much like how we worked together to combat al-Qaeda and ISIS, our countries must strengthen our ties and work together to combat the terrorist organizations threatening global stability."" Read the full text of the letter here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=949,"LAWLER, MCCLELLAN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO COORDINATE FEDERAL SOIL CARBON SEQUESTRATION EFFORTS",2023-11-07,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Yesterday, Representatives Jennifer McClellan (D-VA-04) and Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) introduced the bipartisan Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act to empower the federal government to support interagency work around soil carbon sequestration research and monitoring. Soil carbon sequestration, also known as ""carbon farming"" or ""regenerative agriculture,"" refers to land management processes to promote the absorption of carbon into soil. Experts estimate that soil could store almost 5 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide worldwide each year. The Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act would streamline existing federal efforts around soil carbon sequestration and close gaps in research and monitoring. ""As I said when I joined Eric Sorensen (D-IL-17) in introducing the Advancing Research on Agricultural Climate Impacts Act this summer to fund research into carbon sequestration, this innovative new process has the win-win of increasing farm production while reducing our carbon footprint,"" said Congressman Lawler. ""The Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act will enable us to unleash this new technology, surge our food production, and leave a cleaner world for our children and grandchildren."" ""Agriculture is the largest private industry in our Commonwealth, and farmers are feeling the effects of climate change more often and more severely. Extreme droughts, floods, wildfires, and heat waves pose significant challenges to the agriculture industry, and they will continue to intensify without urgent action,"" said Congresswoman McClellan. ""I am proud to introduce the bipartisan Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act to ensure we properly harness the full potential of soil carbon sequestration in our continued fight against the climate crisis."" The Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act: Establishes an Interagency Committee on Soil Carbon Research led by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Directs the interagency Committee to develop a cross-agency strategic plan for federal research, development, and deployment regarding soil carbon sequestration sampling and measurement methodologies, measurement and monitoring technologies, and community needs. Establishes working groups to coordinate soil carbon research priorities including Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV), data collection and management, fundamental research, and community engagement. Requires regular reporting to Congress on soil carbon sequestration research and monitoring activities. ""Interest in rewarding farmers for soil carbon gains is on the rise—but that’s undercut by a lack of tools to accurately measure and track soil carbon outcomes. In order to unlock the full potential of soil carbon in the US, and get money into the hands of farmers, we need a coordinated, large-scale effort across federal agencies to advance research and monitoring. Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act addresses those gaps head-on; only an effort of this scale can lay the necessary foundation to inform science-based carbon incentives,"" said Cristel Zoebisch, Deputy Director of Policy, Carbon180. ""We applaud Representatives McClellan and Lawler’s vision for actualizing soil carbon sequestration in an equitable and evidence-based way—and for creating a roadmap for the federal government, the private sector, universities, technical service providers, and producers to come together to advance research for agricultural climate action. "" ""BPC Action applauds the bipartisan leadership of Reps. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) and Mike Lawler (R-NY) on efforts to enhance soil health interagency research and coordination that can bolster agricultural productivity and climate resiliency, and farmer income,"" said Michele Stockwell, President of BPC Action. ""The Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act will provide the building blocks needed to coordinate cross-cutting priorities on soil carbon research including monitoring, reporting, and verification, data collection and management, and fundamental research regarding soil dynamics. This research will help the U.S. agriculture sector better understand how to increase soil health and enhance farming practices to boost the natural processes of capturing carbon dioxide and storing it in soils."" New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/malliotakis-us-army-corps-break-ground-north-shore-remediation-project,"Malliotakis, U.S. Army Corps Break Ground on North Shore Remediation Project",2023-11-06,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nicole Malliotakis,M000317,malliotakis.house.gov,malliotakis,https://malliotakis.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(STATEN ISLAND, NY) - Today Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) joined U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Col. Alex Young and State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton to kick off the remediation of the Staten Island Warehouse site, located in the Port Richmond section project of Staten Island's North Shore, that includes excavation of contaminated soils, disposal at a landfill designed for the hazardous materials and full restoration of the site. The Staten Island Warehouse site was used as part of our nation's early atomic weapons and energy programs. A company by the name of African Metals Corporation stored high-grade Belgian Congo uranium ore at the site from 1940-1942. In 1980, the U.S. Department of Energy identified contamination of the property, but it was not made eligible for the Formerly Utilized Sites Remedial Action Program (FUSRAP) until 2009. Last year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued an action memorandum to implement the removal of contaminated soils that had the potential to erode into the Kill Van Kull waterway. It is estimated that the remediation will be completed in one month. ""This site has been an issue for as long as I've been alive and I'm pleased that we're finally seeing the necessary remediation work taking place to clean up the site, prevent any erosion into the Kill Van Kull waterway and prepare the site for future positive uses,"" Malliotakis said. ""This is just one of many projects the U.S. Army Corps has underway that will benefit Staten Island, including New York City watershed infrastructure upgrades to ensure our drinking water is clean. Additionally, permits for the Staten Island East Shore Seawall have been issued and solidification of bids for the first phase are planned for early next month, and I'm proud to have helped secure funding for dredging projects in Great Kills Harbor and Arthur Kill Terminal that will improve boat safety, flood mitigation and economic activity. I'm excited to see that these upgrades and improvements are being made for our community."" ""The collective team's dedication and support have been essential to getting this project going, and this project would not be moving without that team effort,"" U.S. Army Corps Col. Alex Young said. ""The site was added to the FUSRAP in 2021, and that provided the authority for us as the Corps of Engineers to further address the site. Following our first inspection on the site in 2021 to determine the site condition, our team noted the erosion at the northwest corners. Based on those results, our team completed the action memorandum documenting that decision to move forward with the time critical removal. Our team finally mobilized about two weeks ago on October 23 to begin site preparations. The actual project will involve excavation of the contaminated soils, and then the disposal followed by the restoration of the site. It's anticipated to be completed by the end of the year, maybe a little bit quicker...As we look to the future of this site, our commitment to protect the health and wellbeing of this community and the environment remains unwavering. We'll continue to work with our partners at the federal, state and local level to solve the nation's toughest engineering problems."" ""I want to thank Col. Young and the Army Corps of Engineers for getting something done and getting something started that has been in the works for over 80 years,"" State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton said. ""They can get it done before the end of the year and that's truly remarkable and they deserve all the credit and praise for the work they're doing here on Staten Island. It will be such a wonderful opportunity here at the Staten Island Warehouse to finally be able to have our North Shore beautiful waterfront utilized again. We have some of the most important waterfront properties across Staten Island and this is a wonderful opportunity to to really give it the attention it deserves by remediating something that started in 1940.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalotainteriorwins15,"LaLota Delivers 15 Huge Wins for Suffolk County in Interior Bill, Secures Over $47 Million to Directly Benefit Suffolk County, Millions More to Protect and Preserve Long Island",2023-11-03,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) released the following statement after voting to pass the Interior and Environment Appropriations bill. The bill included funding for over a dozen of LaLota’s priorities, including significant funding for the Long Island Sound Program, National Estuary Program to support the Peconic Estuary, Land and Water Conservation Fund, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife Refuge System. “My constituents and I, from across my district’s eight towns, are thrilled to see crucial federal funding coming to benefit projects and programs across Suffolk County. For months, I advocated to ensure these vital projects, from Stormwater Infrastructure in Smithtown to Wastewater Treatment on Shelter Island, are well funded to support our communities,” said LaLota. “I am also pleased to see funding for regional and national programs, including the Long Island Sound Program and National Estuary Program, which will benefit Suffolk County residents. When I said I would always fight to make sure Long Islanders see the best return on their tax dollars as possible, this is what I meant.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: With the passage of this bill, House Republicans have passed seven of the twelve appropriations bills. The House previously passed bills related to Defense, Energy & Water Development, Homeland Security, Military Construction & Veterans Affairs, State & Foreign Operations, and Legislative Branch. The Interior & Environment bill included funding for the following projects and programs to benefit Suffolk County: $1 million for the Suffolk County Clean Water Septic Systems project; $384,800 for the Kings Park Stormwater Infrastructure project; $500,000 for the Huntington Microturbine Installation project; $1.25 million for the Riverhead Public Water Main project; $500,000 for the Huntington Sewer Line Extensions project; $1.25 million for the Sag Harbor Sewer Service Area Expansion project; $1 million for the Southampton Sewer System Installation project; $1 million for the Smithtown Stormwater Infrastructure project; $1.25 million for the Shelter Island Wastewater Treatment System project; $1.25 million for the Suffolk County Water Authority Water Main Extension project; $40 million for the Long Island Sound Geographic Program; $41 million for the National Estuary Program, including $875,000 per estuary and $2.8 million in competitive grants, including the Peconic Estuary Partnership; $125.43 million in mandatory funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund for National Park Service land acquisition to help support public spaces and parks across Suffolk; $487.4 million for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife Refuge System, including the Amagansett National Wildlife Refuge; and $72.61 million for U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service State and Tribal Wildlife Grants. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalotaisraelsupport1,"LaLota Votes to Support Israel in War Against Terrorists and Hold Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran Accountable",2023-11-03,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) voted in support of several bills to hold Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah accountable and support the United States’ greatest ally, Israel. This included voting to help pass H.R. 6126, theIsrael Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. The bill would provide $14.3 billion in emergency supplemental appropriation funding to support Israel following the response to the attacks by Hamas terrorists on October 7th. “I am proud to stand with Israel in the face of terrorist attacks from Hamas and Hezbollah, which are Iran-funded cowards with no regard for human life. They exist only to kill and wreak havoc, and they have made it clear they will not rest until Israel no longer exists,” said LaLota. “We are seeing a disturbing rise in antisemitism and the normalization of hate speech at schools, all while Iran continues to develop a nuclear weapon. We must sanction Iran, continue to stand with Israel, continue to combat antisemitism and hatred, and wipe terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah off the face of the earth.” Background: H.R. 6126 would ensure American military readiness by providing $4.4 billion to replenish domestic defense stockpiles. To support U.S. personnel and citizens in Israel, $200 million would be provided for an enhanced security presence at the U.S. Embassy and for the evacuation of U.S. citizens. It also bolsters Israel’s defense capabilities and stockpiles of munitions vital to its defense, specifically providing: $4 billion to replenish Iron Dome and David’s Sling missile defense systems; $3.5 billion in Foreign Military Financing for the procurement of advanced weapons systems and defense articles and services; $1.2 billion for the continued development of the Iron Beam system to counter short-range threats and; $1 billion to support artillery and munitions production. In addition, LaLota voted to pass the following bills: H. Res. 559 would declare it is the policy of the United States that a nuclear Iran is unacceptable H. Res. 599 would urge the European Union to designate Hezbollah in its entirety as a terrorist organization H. Res. 798 would condemn the support of Hamas, Hezbollah, and other terrorist organizations at institutions of higher education, which may lead to the creation of a hostile environment for Jewish students, faculty, and staff H.R. 340, the Hamas and Other Palestinian Terrorist Groups International Financing Prevention Act, would impose sanctions with respect to foreign support for terrorist organizations, including Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad H.R. 3266, the Peace and Tolerance in Palestinian Education Act, would require the Secretary of State to submit annual reports reviewing the curriculum used by the Palestinian Authority H.R. 3774, the Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum (SHIP) Act, would impose sanctions with respect to the importation or facilitation of petroleum products from Iran ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=943,REPS. LAWLER AND MOSKOWITZ HERALD PASSAGE OF SHIP ACT THROUGH HOUSE,2023-11-03,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Michael Lawler,L000599,lawler.house.gov,lawler,https://lawler.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Today, Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) issued the following statement after their bill, the Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum (SHIP) Act, passed the House of Representatives today, 342 to 69. “The SHIP Act is a critical step in preventing Iran from continuing to fund terror across the Middle East. We are proud to see this legislation receive widespread, bipartisan support here on Capitol Hill. It's critical that we work to hold America’s foreign adversaries accountable for their actions in supporting terrorist organizations across the globe. The SHIP Act sends a clear and strong message to bad actors like China, Russia, and others - do not help Iran avoid sanctions and assist them in their funding of terror, or face the consequences. That's a message the Senate should be able to get behind. We look forward to its passage through the Senate,” said Representatives Lawler and Moskowitz. The SHIP Act was introduced in May and came to the forefront following the terrorist attack in Israel by Iranian-backed Hamas. It passed the House Foreign Affairs Committee earlier this month on a 40-7 vote and was supported by 209 Republicans and 133 Democrats on the floor. Key Background Information on the SHIP Act: Imposes sanctions on foreign ports and refineries that process petroleum exported from Iran in violation of U.S. sanctions. Extends primary and secondary U.S. sanctions to foreign ports that knowingly accept shipments of Iranian petroleum products. Extends primary and secondary U.S. sanctions to refineries that knowingly process petroleum originating from Iran. Extends primary and secondary U.S. sanctions to any entity that transports, offloads, or otherwise deals in petroleum originating in Iran, including vessels engaging in ship-to-ship transfers of petroleum. These sanctions include asset freezes and visa bans. New York's 17th Congressional District is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalotafematransparency,LaLota and Wilson Introduce Bill to Increase Transparency at FEMA,2023-11-02,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Reps. Nick LaLota (NY-01) and Frederica Wilson (FL-24) introduced the FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act. This bill would hold the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) accountable for the case management staff turnover rate and require FEMA to provide information on what they are doing to improve retention rates. “My constituents are incredibly familiar with FEMA given our history of natural disasters and storms, especially the devastation left by Hurricane Sandy in 2012. FEMA has one of the higher turnover rates of any federal agency, which is troubling given the important work they do with victims of natural disasters to help get lives back on track,” said LaLota, a member of the Homeland Security Committee. “My FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act would ensure cases, disaster relief, and recovery funding do not fall through the cracks when a new caseworker comes on. We must ensure we have a transparent government which works for the people, not against them.” ""As a proud South Florida native, our resilient community has weathered decades of natural disasters, forging a close partnership with FEMA as they help support Floridians recovering from hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, and much more. During times of uncertainty, it is essential that FEMA provides disaster assistance to families who have endured unimaginable losses, offering them the relief they need to recover without the fear of their cases getting lost in the bureaucratic shuffle, particularly in the face of high staff turnover,"" said Wilson. “I’m proud to join Representative Lakota in co-introducing the FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act, which marks a significant stride in ensuring FEMA's commitment to accountability concerning the turnover rate among its case management staff. We must guarantee that this vital agency not only responds promptly to disaster survivors but also works to improve staff retention and provide the critical support families need to rebuild their lives in the aftermath of these devastating events."" To read the full text of the legislation, click HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/langworthy-votes-pass-israel-aid-package,Langworthy Votes to Pass Israel Aid Package,2023-11-02,2023,2023-11,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) voted in favor of H.R. 6126, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, providing $14.3 billion in weapons and other resources for Israel to defend their nation and eradicate Hamas. This legislation passed the House with a bipartisan vote of 226-196. ""I will always stand with Israel, and they need our support now, more than ever, to defend their freedoms following the brutal terrorist attacks of October 7,” said Rep. Langworthy. “The world is watching as we send a message to our allies and our adversaries that we will not allow this senseless terrorism to go unchecked. I’m proud to support this aid package to provide Israel with the resources they need to defend themselves, eradicate Hamas, and fight global terrorism.” The cost of this legislation is fully offset by redirecting $14.3 billion previously appropriated for the Biden Administration’s initiative to hire 87,000 Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agents to audit small businesses and hard-working families. Watch Rep. Langworthy’s Floor Speech Here",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases/lalota-votes-keep-congress-working-people,LaLota Votes to Keep Congress Working for the People,2023-11-01,2023,2023-11,Republican,House,NY,Nick LaLota,L000598,lalota.house.gov,lalota,https://lalota.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, New York First Congressional District Representative Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) released the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 4364, the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act. This bill increases funding for the U.S. Capitol Police, ensures Congress remains open and working for the American people, and works to address our national debt and deficit. “The Legislative Branch bill ensures Congress will remain open and working for the American people. This bill supports our heroic Capitol Police by providing increased funding for recruiting, training, and retaining the men and women who keep us safe,” said LaLota. “Additionally, this bill makes sure Congressional offices can best serve the American people and maintain the highest quality of constituent services and ensures unused funds are returned to the treasury to address our national debt. I will continue to work with all of my colleagues to fund the government as responsibly as possible.” To read the full text of this legislation, click HERE. Background: With the passage of this bill, House Republicans have passed six of the twelve appropriations bills. The House previously passed bills related to Defense, Energy & Water Development, Homeland Security, Military Construction & Veterans Affairs, and State & Foreign Operations. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:01:09Z https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-langworthy-leads-bipartisan-letter-urging-faa-protect-airline,Congressman Nick Langworthy Leads Bipartisan Letter Urging FAA to Protect Airline Safety Requirements,2023-10-30,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,NY,Nicholas A. Langworthy,L000600,langworthy.house.gov,langworthy,https://langworthy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23), along with Congressmen Brian Higgins (NY-26) and Jake Ellzey (TX-06), led a bipartisan letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following the agency’s Notice of Intent to revise rules that have allowed scheduled passenger airline operations that circumvent safety requirements. “Unfortunately, a loophole in existing federal aviation regulations enables some passenger airlines to operate scheduled service under lower safety standards as “public charters.” These are not traditional charter operators. Travelers who book tickets on these airlines may not be aware of the FAA’s bifurcated safety rules, which allow these operations without the same crew rest requirements; pilot training and experience standards; or flight dispatch and maintenance requirements that most other airlines must follow, even when operating the same type of aircraft,” the members wrote. “While policymakers may debate the details of safety and security standards, we should agree that once standards are set, they should apply equally to scheduled passenger airlines,” the letter continued. The full text of the letter can be found here. Congressman Langworthy has been a champion for airline safety in Congress. He recently led a successful amendment to this year’s FAA Reauthorization legislation (H.R. 3935) to uphold pilot training hours put in place following the tragic crash of Colgan Air Flight 2407 in Clarence, NY.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-tenney-cosponsors-energy-choice-act-end-lefts-war-american,Congresswoman Tenney Cosponsors the Energy Choice Act to End the Left’s War on American Energy,2023-10-30,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,NY,Claudia Tenney,T000478,tenney.house.gov,tenney,https://tenney.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) cosponsored the Energy Choice Act to prohibit states or local governments from banning an energy service's connection, reconnection, modification, installation, or expansion based on the type or source of energy to be delivered. This bill was led by Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23). Additional Original cosponsors of this legislation include Reps. Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Tony Gonzales (TX-23), Mike Lawler (NY-17), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Tom McClintock (CA-5), Jim Moylan (GU-AL), David Valadao (CA-22), and Clay Higgins (LA-03). Earlier this year, Governor Kathy Hochul's $229 billion budget made New York the first state to ban gas stoves. In addition, numerous municipalities across New York state have taken the extreme move to ban any natural gas hookups for new buildings. President Biden has followed these unprecedented acts by allowing his federal agencies to explore similar policies to ban specific types of energy sources. Tenney has been dedicated to fighting the Democrat's attack on American Energy. In June, she voted in favor of two pieces of legislation that preemptively block any future attempts from the Biden administration to restrict gas stoves or consumer choice in energy. ""President Biden and Governor Hochul continue to squash American energy production and infringe on Americans' right to choose how they heat their homes by implementing legislation to make energy for our communities less reliable and more expensive,"" said Congresswoman Tenney. ""The Energy Choice Act would prevent any state or local attacks on energy choice, ensuring all Americans can use the energy source that works best for them and their family. The Left must end their war on natural gas and stop restricting Americans’ access to affordable and reliable energy!""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases/garbarino-introduces-legislation-faster-advance-payment-flood-insurance-claims,Garbarino Introduces Legislation For Faster Advance Payment of Flood Insurance Claims Ahead of Sandy Anniversary,2023-10-27,2023,2023-10,Republican,House,NY,Andrew R. Garbarino,G000597,garbarino.house.gov,garbarino,https://garbarino.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC - In advance of the eleventh anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) introduced the Emergency Advance Payments Modernization Act to ensure flood insurance policyholders receive swift and accurate advance payments on claims. Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-NY-05) joined Rep. Garbarino as co-lead of this legislation. This legislation would create a pilot program centered on the use of data collected by remote sensing technology to enhance FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP) use of advance payments. Specifically, the pilot program would direct FEMA to explore the application of this data to provide more precise pre-inspection payout thresholds for delivering funds to affected NFIP policyholders following a flood event, increase the speed at which payments are delivered to policyholders, and explore the application of the data to enhance the claims process under the NFIP. ""Long Islanders are no strangers to flooding,"" said Rep. Garbarino. ""When dealing with structural damage or property loss, homeowners can't afford to sit around waiting to begin recovering after a storm. As we approach the anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, I introduced the Emergency Advance Payments Modernization Act to ensure Long Island families can quickly receive advance payments for flood insurance claims in the wake of natural disasters."" Sandy was one of the biggest natural disasters in U.S. history, devastating the East Coast and bringing life-changing destruction. The storm damaged, destroyed, or severely flooded roughly 100,000 homes on Long Island. Massive coastal flooding reached heights of five and six feet along the South Shore. Sandy highlighted the critical need to ensure that communities are prepared with the tools necessary to recover after a storm, flood insurance chief among them. U.S. Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) introduced a companion bill in the Senate. In a statement he said, ""When natural disasters strike, the last thing Louisiana families can afford to do is wait around for FEMA to issue an advance payment before they can begin the recovery process. My bill would help ensure FEMA has the tools it needs to rapidly issue advance payments for flood insurance claims so that families get the money they need to recover from disasters when it counts."" The full text of the bill can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T00:49:26Z