WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Paul D. Tonko, D-New York, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) today marked the second anniversary of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, commonly called the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and highlighted the transformational investments the legislation has delivered for the Capital Region, state, and nation. "For decades, our nation's infrastructure was in dire straits, plagued by crumbling roads and bridges  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Katie Britt (R-Alabama), John Thune (R-South Dakota), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Jacky Rosen (D-Nevada), Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) today introduced a resolution recognizing deterrence is most credible when the President keeps all options on   more

NEW YORK, Nov. 14 -- House Democratic Caucus issued the following news release on Nov. 13, 2023: Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar joined MSNBC's Morning Joe with Mika Brzezinski, Jonathan Lemire, Elise Jordan, and Rev. Al Sharpton to discuss the looming government shutdown. MIKA BRZEZINSKI: Speaker Mike Johnson is indicating that there is insufficient evidence at the moment to begin formal impeachment proceedings against President Biden. That's according to The Washington Post  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 (Rep.) -- The Congressional Hispanic Caucus issued the following news release: The Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) was in San Juan, Puerto Rico for Veterans Day weekend to engage with local Veterans as part of the CHC On the Road initiative. In Puerto Rico, CHC Chair Nanette Barragan and Members Nydia Velazquez, Darren Soto, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, were joined by House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Veterans Affairs Tanya J. Bradshe  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 (TNSres) -- Rep. Yvette Clarke, D-New York, issued the following statement on Nov. 13, 2023: * * * Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) released the following statement regarding the Biden-Harris Administration's announcement of a new White House Initiative on Women's Health Research led by First Lady Jill Biden and the Gender Policy Council: "I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for establishing a new White House Initiative on Women's Health Research aimed a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- Rep. Brian Higgins, D-New York, issued the following news release: Longtime Western New York Congressman Brian Higgins (D-NY-26) announced plans to leave Congress in February of 2024. Congressman Higgins shared the news at an event in Buffalo and released the following statement: "It was nineteen years ago this month that I was first elected to serve in Congress and doing this work has truly been the honor of a lifetime. I've never lingered on Capitol Hill, I go there   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-New York, issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2023: Today, Congressman Jamaal Bowman, Ed.D. (NY-16) joined Democrats as they voted in favor of a continuing resolution to keep the government funded, avoid a shutdown, and continue to provide funding for lifesaving programs that millions of Americans rely on. He released the following statement in response: "This evening I joined many of my Democratic colleagues in voting for the continuing  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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 Lawle  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: Following repeated attempts by the Coast Guard to turn the Hudson River into a parking lot for dangerous barges, Congressmen Pat Ryan and Marc Molinaro introduced the Hudson River Protection Act. This legislation would amend the 2020 Elijah E. Cummings Coast Guard Authorization Act, removing any uncertainty related to geographic definitions (such as the Port of New York) and banning additional anchorages once a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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, secure  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) yesterday introduced the No ICBMs or Drones for Iran Act, legislation that would strengthen sanctions on Iran's development and transfer of long-range missiles and drones. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (New York-21) is introducing companion legislation in the House. Text of the legislation may be found here. "The Biden administration seems content not to do anything to stop I  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: Dear Colleague: As Members of Congress, it is our central responsibility to fund programs and services that keep our nation safe and that fulfill the needs of the people we are privileged to represent. House Democrats will continue to put people over politics, work with our colleagues to keep the government open and push back against right-wing extremism. Throughout the chaoti  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC - This week, Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05) reintroduced their resolution honoring the victims of the crash of American Airlines Flight 587, which occurred in Belle Harbor, Queens on November 12, 2001. This year marked the 22nd year since the crash, the second largest aviation tragedy in U.S. history. American Airlines Flight 587 was bound for La  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC - Representative Adriano Espaillat (D-NY), in collaboration with Western Hemisphere Subcommittee Chairwoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), introduced the Innovation and Development in Ecuador (IDEA) Act. The bill establishes a trade preference program with Ecuador, a critical partner and ally in the region. This will benefit the U.S. economy and promote development in Ecuador. Reps. Espail  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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.   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: Gillibrand Is Calling On Republicans To Continue Working With Democrats To Pass Funding Bills For Upcoming Year And A Supplemental Package For Ukraine, Israel And Humanitarian Aid Shutdown Would Have Cost New York's Economy Millions And Forced Thousands of New York Service Members To Work Without Pay Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand held a video press conference to announce her support for le  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling on the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to reschedule marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance. Unlike other Schedule I substances, like heroin, marijuana is not associated with the same acute health risks and potential for addiction and abuse. It is also shown to be effective in treating chronic pain, PTSD, and other debilitating conditions. Resc  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) led her Senate colleagues in the introduction of the Protection of Kids in Detention (PROKID) Act, which would improve and enforce transparency, protection, and accountability for all immigrant children in government custody. The PROKID Act would create a permanent Office of the Ombudsperson within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) responsi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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 pass  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following opening statement on Nov. 15, 2023, at a hearing on the nexus Between terror financing, tax-exempt charities, & antisemitism: * * * "Good afternoon, everyone. I want to recognize two members who are leaving Congress, Brad Wenstrup and Brian Higgins. Brad has devoted his life to service, whether in the Army, as a doctor, or in Congress, and Brian has been a tireless advocate  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) issued the following statement after Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced that he will not run for re-election in 2024: "Like many of my colleagues on Capitol Hill and many Americans in New York's 26th District and beyond, I was sad to learn that my friend, Rep. Brian Higgins, will retire from Congress in February. He has done so much to   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on NPR's Morning Edition with Steve Inskeep where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue to put people over politics to keep the government open and support our allies. A MARTINEZ: In Congress House Republicans are trying to pass a bill this week to keep the government open into the new year. House Democratic Leader Ha  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2023: Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on NPR's Morning Edition with Steve Inskeep where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue to put people over politics to keep the government open and support our allies. A MARTINEZ: In Congress House Republicans are trying to pass a bill this week to keep the government open into the new year. House Dem  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2023: Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on NPR's Morning Edition with Steve Inskeep where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue to put people over politics to keep the government open and support our allies. A MARTINEZ: In Congress House Republicans are trying to pass a bill this week to keep the government open into the new year. House Dem  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: NEW YORK, Nov. 13 - Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Peter Welch (D-Vt.) visited the United Nations today in order to hear directly from key leaders about urgent efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and end the unacceptably high loss of civilian lives. The two senators from Vermont met with Secretary-General of the U.N. Antonio Guterres, the Permanent Representative of Israel to the U.N. H.E. G  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik highlighted the abhorrent rise in antisemitism on college campuses across America, including her alma mater, Harvard University, following the barbaric Hamas terrorists in Israel during today's Education and Workforce Committee hearing. Congresswoman Stefanik has been leading the effort to confront the rise of antisemitism on college campuses including: de  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: In case you missed it, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik published an op-ed in MyLittleFalls commemorating the passage of her bill the American Battlefield Protection Program Enhancement Act which helps update and preserve battlefields like Fort Ticonderoga and Fort Ann in NY-21. Read Rep. Stefanik's full op-ed below. MyLittleFalls: Protecting Our Battlefields for Future Generations By Rep. Elise Stefanik   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: In case you missed it, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik published an op-ed in Watertown Daily Times in observance of Veterans Day and in honor of Military Families Month. Read Rep. Stefanik's full op-ed below. Watertown Daily Times: Stefanik: Show appreciation to veterans this month, and always By Rep. Elise Stefanik "As we observe Veterans Day and honor Military Families Month, it is important for every   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: In case you missed it, on Veterans Day, the Buffalo News published an editorial applauding Senator Gillibrand's efforts on behalf of service members, veterans and their families. The editorial highlights Gillibrand's legislative victories, including her hard-fought military justice reforms and her instrumental role in passing the PACT Act, legislation to provide health care and benefits for the millio  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu released the following statement: From the very beginning of the Congress, House Democrats have made clear that we will always put people over politics and try to find common ground with our Republican colleagues wherever poss  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene released the following statement: Last night, Members of the House Democratic Caucus, hardworking staffers and dozens of guests from throughout the country were participating in an event inside the Democratic National Committee building whe  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Nick LaLota, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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 R  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced today that the Steering and Policy Committee has recommended that Congressman Gabe Amo be appointed to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.  "Today, I am honored to announce that the Steering and Policy Committee has recommended that Rep. Gabe Amo be appointed to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. As the son of Liberian and G  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: Brooklyn, NY - Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement after Congressman Brian Higgins announced his resignation from the House of Representatives: For nearly two decades, Brian Higgins has embodied the role of Buffalo's hometown Member of Congress. In Congress, and in the State Assembly and Buffalo Common Council before that, Brian has been a relentl  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: Brooklyn, NY - Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after Rep. Dan Kildee announced he will not seek another term in the House of Representatives. A son of Flint, Congressman Dan Kildee has kept his hometown and the hardworking people of Michigan at the center of his career in public service. In Congress, Dan has been a champion for worki  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MSNBC's Morning Joe where he emphasized that House Democrats put people over politics to keep government open for everyday Americans and will continue working to counter House Republican extremism. WILLIE GEIST: Joining us now, House Minority Leader Democratic Congressman Hakeem Jeffries of New York. Leader J  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he emphasized that House Democrats are willing to work across the aisle for the good of the American people while still combatting extremism whenever necessary. JEFFRIES: House Democrats came into this week with three principal objectives with respect to the continuing resolution. First, no  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: BROOKLYN, NY - Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNBC's Squawk Box where he emphasized that House Democrats are willing to work across the aisle to deliver for the American people while still combatting Republican extremism whenever necessary. KERNEN: Joining us now, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. It's always a pleasure and good to see you again, Lead  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following remarks on Nov. 15, 2023: * * * Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries delivered the following remarks at the March for Israel. JEFFRIES: "Shalom. What an honor and a blessing to stand with you in solidarity during this very difficult moment for the Jewish people and for Israel. Hamas brutally attacked Israel on October 7th because Hamas wants to wipe Israel off the face of the earth. So let me be clear, we will never le  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, issued the following news release: (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 ha  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, issued the following news release: (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 t  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today released the following statement in response to the House Ethics Committee report on Rep. George Santos:  "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 unbe  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2023: Today, Representatives Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05) and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) reintroduced their resolution honoring the victims of the crash of American Airlines Flight 587, which occurred in Belle Harbor, Queens on November 12, 2001. This year marked the 22nd year since the crash, the second largest aviation tragedy in U.S. history. American Airlines Flight 587 was bound for Las Amer  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Rep. Marc Molinaro, R-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today introduced the Think DIFFERENTLY Transportation Act, a bipartisan bill to compel Amtrak to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The effort builds off Rep. Molinaro's nationally recognized 'Think DIFFERENTLY' initiative, which breaks down barriers for individuals with disabilities. Rep. Molinaro introduced this bill with U.S. Reps. Donald Payne Jr. (  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Marc Molinaro, R-New York, issued the following news release: Washington, DC - U.S. Rep. Molinaro (NY-19) today voted to pass legislation to provide a short-term extension of government funding and a one-year extension of Farm Bill programs. The measure passed with bipartisan support and will allow the House to continue its work to pass single-issue, long-term spending bills and a full, five-year reauthorization of the Farm Bill. In video remarks, Rep. Molinaro said  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2023: Today, House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jerrold Nadler (NY-12) led a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland urging the Department of Justice to prosecute the Hamas terrorists responsible for the murder of at least 32 Americans in their attack on Israel October 7th. The letter was also signed by Representatives Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18), Adam Schiff (CA-3  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2023: * * * Today, I voted against Representative Lawler's Amendment 114 to H.R.5894, the FY24 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS) Appropriations Act, which threatens to prohibit funding going to any higher education institution that supports an event where antisemitism allegedly takes place. To be clear, I am deeply concerned about rising incidents of antise  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: NEW YORK, NY - Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Ranking Member of the Legislative Branch Subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the follow statement on the House Republicans' laddered continuing resolution. "This year has been plagued with the Republicans' repeated inaction to pass any legislation or fund the government, and instead they have spent the past several months  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: 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 De  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Marc Molinaro, R-New York, issued the following news release: Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today introduced the Down Syndrome Diagnosis Act, a bipartisan bill to help parents and families navigate a new Down Syndrome diagnosis and ensure their child receives high quality care. This bill builds on Rep. Molinaro's successful 'ThinkDIFFERENTLY' initiative. Rep. Molinaro introduced this bipartisan bill with Rep. Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13).  According to the Centers for   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Pat Ryan reintroduced his bill, the "Expanding Home Loans for Guard and Reservists Act," alongside Jen Kiggans (R-VA), a Navy veteran. The bill will expand eligibility for Veterans Affairs home loans benefits to service members in the National Guard and Reserves to be on par with that of other service members. "Our brave service members make huge sacrifices, both at home and abroad, to protect our  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Pat Ryan and elected officials from across the Hudson Valley announced that the Coast Guard, in response to widespread community outrage, has issued a new MSIB temporarily pausing their plan to allow dangerous barges to line the Hudson River. In a letter to Captain Zeita Merchant, the group called on the Coast Guard to follow settled law and permanently uphold the anchoring ban. Ryan was joined on t  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: NEW YORK, NY - Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) re-introduced the Protect Veteran Students, Job Seekers, and Entrepreneurs Housing Act, a bill that would enhance the housing security and stability of veterans and their families. "I am committed to ensuring that our veterans receive the support and services they deserve after their honorable service and dedication to our nation," said R  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Marc Molinaro, R-New York, issued the following news release: Washington, DC - Following repeated attempts by the Coast Guard to turn the Hudson River into a parking lot for barges, U.S. Reps. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) and Pat Rayn (D-NY-18) today introduced the Hudson River Protection Act. This bipartisan bill amends the 2020 Elijah E. Cummings Coast Guard Authorization Act, banning additional anchorages once and for all. Rep. Molinaro said, "Our bipartisan bill is a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: Schumer Secured Billions To Grow Broadband And Included Critical "Buy American" Provisions To Boost Upstate NY Manufacturers, And Now Thanks To His Efforts PPC Broadband Is Growing In Central NY Bringing Production Back From Overseas Senator Says, Since President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Was Enacted, PPC Has Seen Major Growth And Is Now Investing In New Producti  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: New York, N.Y. - Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer today released the following statement on Congressman Brian Higgins' planned resignation from the U.S. House of Representatives: "After over three decades of dedicated public service and steadfast commitment to his constituents, Brian Higgins has left an indelible mark on the Buffalo Niagara region. Brian has been a devote  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $82,000 in federal funding for the Philmont Fire Department. The funding was allocated through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Community Facility Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) grant funds and will be used to allow the Philmont Fire Department to purchase 11 new air packs for its f  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: Schumer Led Bipartisan Delegation And Personally Met With China's President Xi Last Month To Demand Immediate Action To Stop Fentanyl Coming To America Yesterday, President Biden -- Citing Schumer's Diplomacy -- Announced New Deal To Crack Down On Chinese Companies Selling Fentanyl Precursor Chemicals, Increase Law Enforcement Cooperation With U.S., And Work At Senior Level T  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The Senate Finance Committee issued the following written testimony by Chye-Ching Huang, executive director of the Tax Law Center at New York University School of Law, involving a hearing on Nov. 9, 2023, entitled "Examining How the Tax Code Affects High-Income Individuals and Tax Planning Strategies": * * * Chairman Wyden, Ranking Member Crapo, and distinguished members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify.1 I am the Executive Director of the Tax L  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement on this past weekend's lithium-ion battery-related fire in Brooklyn: "Today, Brooklyn is mourning the loss of Albertha West, Michael West, and Jamiyl West - 3 generations of family members living in Crown Heights who lost their lives to a powerful and preventable fire caused by lithium-ion batteries used in two electric scooters. I  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: Chairwoman Elise Stefanik led a criminal referral along with House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) Chairman Mike Turner (R-OH), demanding that Attorney General Merrick Garland immediately launch a criminal investigation into whether Michael D. Cohen committed perjury and knowingly making false statements while testifying under oath during his deposition before Congress on February 28, 2  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released a statement in response to New York City Mayor Eric Adams' outrageous announcement that his administration would be freezing police hires, closing public libraries, and slashing the city's education budget by $1 billion over two years due to budget constraints caused by the city's mismanagement of the Democrat-led illegal immigration crisis. "We are seeing in real ti  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Congressman Mike Bost (R-IL) introduced the Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion (VSAFE) Act to prevent our veterans from falling victim to fraudulent attacks that endanger them and their livelihoods. "I am proud to introduce the Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Act to establish a Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer in the Department of Veterans Affairs, addressing concerns  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik introduced the No ICBMs or Drones for Iran Act to strengthen sanctions on Iran's development and transfer of long-range missiles and drones following the Biden Administration's failure to renew United Nations sanctions restricting missile development in Iran after their expiration in October. Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) is introducing the Senate  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. Paul D. Tonko, D-New York, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) released a statement following his vote to advance a Continuing Resolution (CR) that would fund the government and avoid a painful shutdown. "After Democrats delivered the majority of votes to keep the doors of government open through October, we have once again supplied the votes needed to avoid a GOP shutdown and the pain that it would cause to our eco  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Representatives Ritchie Torres (NY-15) and Andrew R. Garbarino (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  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: If Not Addressed, Current Milk Carton Shortage Could Have Negative Impacts On Our Farmers Or Create Challenges in Getting Milk To Schools - Senator Says USDA Is Uniquely Positioned To Investigate Problem From A National Level and Propose Solutions Schumer Wants USDA To Ensure Dairy Farmers Have Technical Support Needed To Get Through Shortage, Work With Industry Leaders To Fi  more