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U.S. Congressional Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday August 04, 2019 ( 98 items )  

At Rally for Cleaner and Safer Park Hill, Rose Calls for Improved Living Conditions
STATEN ISLAND, New York, July 31 -- Rep. Max Rose, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Congressman joined local leaders, residents in highlighting failures and broken promises of management * * * Congressman Max Rose today joined Councilmember Debi Rose, community leaders and residents at a Rally for a Cleaner & Safer Park Hill to pressure management to follow through on the commitments and promises to improve the living conditions, safety, and cleanliness at Park Hill Apa  more

Brindisi Champions Animal Welfare, Joins Local Activists, Officials to Outline Goals, Accomplishments for Protecting Animals
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Anthony Brindisi, D-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Anthony Brindisi (NY-22) joined local officials and animal welfare activists at the Broome County Humane Society to highlight his goals and accomplishments on behalf of protecting animals. Brindisi celebrated the passage of the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act (H.R. 693) in the House and urged the Senate to act to end horse soring. Soring is the practice of inflicting pain on horses in   more

Chairman Nadler Announces Next Steps in Committee Investigation of Trump Obstruction, Corruption, Abuse of Power
WASHINGTON, July 26 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, issued the following news release: House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) announced the Committee will intensify efforts to hold President Donald Trump accountable as part of its investigation into obstruction, corruption and abuse of power by Trump and his associates. Nadler announced that the House Judiciary Committee filed a court petition to seek grand jury material from Special Counsel Mueller's report. Nadler also a  more

Del. Delgado Joins Vietnam Veterans Reunion Association of Greene County 20th Anniversary Celebration
GREENVILLE, New York, July 29 -- Rep. Antonio Delgado, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Representative Antonio Delgado (NY-19) joined the Northeast USA Vietnam Veterans Reunion Association of Greene County for their 20th anniversary celebration. Rep. Delgado delivered remarks at the event and presented the organization with a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol. Excerpts from his remarks can be found below. "Today, filled with humility and gratitude, we thank those gathered h  more

Delgado Authors Letter With Small Business Committee Members Supporting Economic Opportunities From Cannabidiol
KINGSTON, New York, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Antonio Delgado, D-New York, issued the following news release: This week, Representative Antonio Delgado (NY-19) and colleagues from the House Small Business Committee sent a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on economic opportunities relating to the growth and production of hemp and cannabidiol (CBD) for the farming community and small businesses. The letter articulates the members' support for  more

Delgado Bill to Aid Family Farmers Passes Both Chambers of Congress, Goes to President for Signature
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Antonio Delgado, D-New York, issued the following news release: Before adjourning for the August in-district work period, the U.S. Senate passed Rep. Antonio Delgado (NY-19)'s bipartisan legislation to ease the process of reorganizing debt through Chapter 12 bankruptcy rules to assist farmers during this down farm economy. The legislation now awaits President Trump's signature. Rep. Delgado introduced H.R. 2336, the Family Farmer Relief Act in April along with House J  more

Engel and McCaul Call for Sanctions on Russia for Chemical Weapons Attack in United Kingdom
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: Representatives Eliot L. Engel, Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and Michael McCaul, the Committee's Ranking Member, today urged President Trump to impose sanctions on Russia for using chemical weapons to attack a former Russian agent in Britain. In a letter, the lawmakers underscored that these sanctions are legally required and a critic  more

Engel Presses for Accountability for Burmese Military Crimes Aganist Rohingya
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, issued the following news release: Representative Eliot L. Engel, Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and a bipartisan group of members today urged Secretary of State Michael Pompeo to take strong action to hold the Burmese military accountable for crimes against the Rohingya people. In a letter, the members cast the Department's recently announced visa bans on four Burmese officials as inadequate, pressed for more meaningful   more

Engel, Lowey Lead NY Delegation in Fight to Protect Local Public, Educational, Governmental TV Stations
NEW YORK, July 30 -- Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, issued the following news release: Representatives Eliot Engel and Nita Lowey led a letter signed by 13 Members of the New York Delegation to FCC Chairman Ajit Pai expressing concern that the outcome of an FCC rulemaking could jeopardize funding for Public, Educational and Governmental (PEG) stations. On August 1, the FCC is scheduled to consider a rule that could impact funding for PEG stations. Traditionally, under the Communications Act, lo  more

GAO Issues Report on Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The Government Accountability Office has issued a report on the Bureau of Justice Assistance's reporting on Public Safety Officers' Benefits claims related to 9/11. The report (GAO-19-521R) is titled "Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program: Improvements Needed to Strengthen Reporting on 9/11-Related Claims". The report was sent to Sen. Lindsey O. Graham, R-South Carolina, chairman, Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-California, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Re  more

Gillibrand Announces Resilient Highways Act to Give More Flexibility to Use Federal Funding to Protect Bridges, Highways
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Gillibrand's Legislation Expected to Be Marked Up in America's Transportation Infrastructure Act of 2019 * * * U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure, today announced new legislation to provide more flexibility for New York State and states across the country to use their federal transp  more

Gillibrand Calls on Justice Inspector General to Review A.G. Barr's Decision Not to Charge NYPD Officer in Garner Case
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today released the following statement after the New York Police Department (NYPD) suspended Officer Daniel Pantaleo following the recommendations from an NYPD administrative judge and the New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board that Pantaleo should be fired. Senator Gillibrand also released a letter written to the Inspector General of the Department of Justice (DO  more

Gillibrand, Bass Introduce Legislation to Make Reforms to American Infrastructure Investment to Raise Wages, Labor Standards
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Build Local, Hire Local Act Would Prioritize Crumbling Infrastructure in Low-Income Communities, Ensure At Least Half of Construction Jobs are Dedicated to Local Residents And Struggling Workers, Revitalize American Manufacturing, and Guarantee At Least 30 Percent of New Infrastructure Contracts Go to Minority-, Women-, or Veteran-Owned Businesses * * * U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY  more

Gillibrand, McEachin, Lofgren Unveil Legislation to Guarantee Legal Counsel for Children, People With Disabilities During Immigration Court Proceedings
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - FAIR Proceedings Act Would Ensure that Eligible Groups - Including Children, Individuals with Disabilities, Victims of Abuse, Torture, and Violence, and Individuals at or Below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level - Have an Attorney While Facing Removal Proceedings * * * U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), U.S. Representative A. Donald McEachin (D-VA-04), and U.S. Representative Zoe Lofgren  more

Higgins Honors the Service of Sergeant First Class William 'Roland' Hayes
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Brian Higgins, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Veteran Earned a Bronze Star & Three Purple Heart Medals for Service in the United States Army during the Vietnam War * * * In advance of Purple Heart Day, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) is honoring Western New York Purple Heart recipients, including a formal presentation of three Purple Heart medals and a Bronze Star to United States Army Sergeant First Class William Roland Hayes for service  more

House Foreign Affairs Committee Issues Report on Department of State Authorization Act (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- The House Foreign Affairs Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-181) on legislation (H.R. 3352) to provide for certain authorities of the Department of State. The report was advanced by Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, on July 24. PURPOSE AND SUMMARY The State Department Authorization Act of 2019 (H.R. 3352) contains various provisions to strengthen the management and operations of the Department of State, including to recruit and retain a diverse work force, bolster embassy  more

House Foreign Affairs Committee Issues Report on Department of State Authorization Act (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- The House Foreign Affairs Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-181) on legislation (H.R. 3352) to provide for certain authorities of the Department of State. The report was advanced by Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, on July 24. Continues from Part 1 of 2 COMMITTEE OVERSIGHT FINDINGS In compliance with clause 3(c)(1) of rule XIII of Rules of the House of Representatives, the committee reports that findings and recommendations of the committee, based on oversight activitie  more

House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Family Farmer Relief Act
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-182) on legislation (H.R. 2336) to amend title 11, U.S. Code, with respect to the definition of 'family farmer'. The report was advanced by Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, on July 24. Excerpts of the report follow: Purpose and Summary H.R. 2336, the "Family Farmer Relief Act of 2019," would increase the current debt limit used to determine whether a family farmer is eligible for relief under chapter 12 of the Ba  more

House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Honoring American Veterans in Extreme Need Act
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-169) on legislation (H.R. 2938) to exempt from the calculation of monthly income certain benefits paid by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense. The report was advanced by Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, on July 23. Excerpts of the report follow: Purpose and Summary H.R. 2938, the "Honoring American Veterans in Extreme Need Act of 2019" or the "HAVEN Act," would provide that certain ve  more

House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on National Guard, Reservists Debt Relief Extension Act
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-170) on legislation (H.R. 3304) to exempt for an additional four-year period, from the application of the means-test presumption of abuse under chapter 7, qualifying members of reserve components of the Armed Forces and members of the National Guard who, after Sept. 11, 2001, are called to active duty or to perform a homeland defense activity for not less than 90 days. The report was advanced by Rep. Jerrold Nadler,  more

House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Small Business Reorganization Act
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-171) on legislation (H.R. 3311) to amend chapter 11 of title 11, U.S. Code, to address reorganization of small businesses. The report was advanced by Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, on July 23. Excerpts of the report follow: Purpose and Summary H.R. 3311, the "Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019," would streamline the bankruptcy process by which small businesses debtors reorganize and rehabilitate their fi  more

House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Venezuela TPS Act
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 116-168) on legislation (H.R. 549) to designate Venezuela under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to permit nationals of Venezuela to be eligible for temporary protected status under such section. The report was advanced by Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, on July 23. Excerpts of the report follow: Purpose and Summary H.R. 549, the "Venezuela TPS Act of 2019," designates Venezuela for Temporary Prote  more

Maloney and Bilirakis Intro Bill to Help Visually-Impaired Americans
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY) and Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) reintroduced the Medicare Demonstration of Coverage for Low Vision Devices Act. This legislation would help Medicare beneficiaries live safe and independent lives by creating a five-year national demonstration project administered by the Department of Health and Human Services to evaluate the economic impact of allowing r  more

Maloney Votes to Combat Robocalls and Abusive Telephone Scams
WASHINGTON, July 26 -- Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, D-New York, issued the following news release: This week, Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18) helped pass the bipartisan Stopping Bad Robocalls Act, which will bring much needed relief to Americans threatened by abusive robocall practices. Last year, an estimated 47.8 billion robocalls were placed nationwide, an increase of 17 billion calls over the previous year. "Nobody wants to be badgered by endless Robocalls and scam callers. This bipartisan  more

Meng Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Fight Against Gender-Based Violence
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations, introduced legislation that would help improve U.S. efforts to combat gender-based violence in humanitarian emergencies across the globe. She was proud to introduce the bipartisan bill with Reps. Chris Stewart (R-UT), Lois Frankel (D-FL), Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), and Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA).  more

Morelle, Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Passage of Legislation to Dedicate Fairport Post Office to Louise and Bob Slaughter
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Joe Morelle along with Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that legislation to dedicate a Fairport post office in honor of the late Louise and Bob Slaughter has passed both chambers of Congress and will now be sent to the President for his approval. "Louise Slaughter was a dear friend, a trailblazer, and a champion for families in Monroe County and across th  more

Morelle, Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Passage of Legislation to Dedicate Fairport Post Office to Louise, Bob Slaughter
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Joe Morelle along with Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that legislation to dedicate a Fairport post office in honor of the late Louise and Bob Slaughter has passed both chambers of Congress and will now be sent to the President for his approval. "Louise Slaughter was a dear friend, a trailblazer, and a champion for families in Monroe County and acros  more

Nadler, Bass, Jackson Lee, Scanlon Demand Information From A.G. Barr on Policies That Prevent Human Trafficking Survivors From Accessing Funds
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Crime Subcommittee Chairwoman Karen Bass (D-CA), Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) and House Judiciary Vice Chair Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA), sent a letter (https://judiciary.house.gov/sites/democrats.judiciary.house.gov/files/documents/Expungement%20Legal%20Aid%20Letter%20Final%202%20%28002%29.pdf) to   more

New York Congressmembers Issue Joint Statement on Eulen Employees at John F. Kennedy Airport
NEW YORK, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following joint statement with 10 representatives - Reps. Adriano Espaillat, Jerry Nadler, Greg Meeks, Nydia Velazquez, Max Rose, Jose E. Serrano, Carolyn Maloney, Yvette Clarke, Hakeem Jeffries, and Eliot Engel, regarding Eulen America's treatment of its employees at John F. Kennedy Airport: Eulen is a private contractor at the airport whose employees work for American Airlines as baggage handlers, cabin cleaners, and wheelchair atten  more

NY Congressmen Issue Joint Statement on Eulen Employees at JFK Airport
NEW YORK, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-New York, issued the following joint statement with 10 congressmen - Reps. Grace Meng, D-New York, Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, Jerry Nadler, D-New York, Greg Meeks, D-New York, Nydia Velazquez, D-New York, Max Rose, D-New York, Jose E. Serrano, D-New York, Yvette Clarke, D-New York, Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, and Eliot Engel, D-New York, regarding Eulen America's treatment of its workers at John F. Kennedy Airport: Eulen is a private contractor a  more

Rep. Collins Announces $5,846,045 in Federal Funding for Greater Rochester International
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Chris Collins, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration has allocated $5,846,045 to the Greater Rochester International. This grant will assist in the installation of airfield guidance signs and reconstruction of runway lighting. "It is of great importance we invest federal funds into local infrastructure projects like this one," said Congre  more

Rep. Collins Announces $781,313 in Federal Funding for the Community Action Of Orleans & Genesee, Inc.
CLARENCE, New York, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Chris Collins, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) today announced $781,313 in federal funding for the Community Action of Orleans and Genesee, Inc. The grant was awarded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Head Start Projects Program which promotes school readiness of children under five from low-income families. The Head Start program supports children in growth and development through a var  more

Rep. Collins Announces $80,646 in Federal Funding for Erie County
CLARENCE, New York, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Chris Collins, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) today announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has allocated Erie County $80,646 in federal funding. This grant will provide assistance in funding the Western NY Sustainable Business Roundtable Clean Production- Chemical Reduction Project. "It is of great importance we invest our federal funds back into the community, especially for educational purposes l  more

Rep. Collins Declares Opposition to Off-Shore Wind Turbine Project Proposal
GRAND ISLAND, New York, July 30 -- Rep. Chris Collins, R-New York, issued the following news release: After meeting with leadership of the area's Customs Border Protection (CBP), Congressman Chris Collins (R-Clarence) declared his opposition to the Lake Erie Off-Shore Wind Project. During a briefing and tour at CBP headquarters, Collins learned that the project could interfere with the CBP radar system used to detect vessels crossing the U.S. border from Canada. The Off-Shore Wind Project is a  more

Rep. Collins Recognizes Nunda Man as His 'Veteran Of The Month'
CLARENCE, New York, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Chris Collins, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) today recognized former Staff Sergeant Harold Brunswick "Bud" Long of Nunda, NY as his office's July 'Veteran of the Month.' "It was a privilege to present Mr. Long with a small gesture of gratitude for his service during World War II in front of his friends and family," said Congressman Collins. "We enjoy the freedoms we all share today because of veterans like Mr  more

Rep. Delgado Meets With County Officials, Visits Small Business and Holds Town Hall in Montgomery County
ROOT, New York, July 31 -- Rep. Antonio Delgado, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Representative Antonio Delgado (NY-19) spent the day in Montgomery County meeting with county and local officials, including representatives from the Fulmont Community Action Agency, followed by a tour of Delnero Furniture in Montgomery County, and a meeting with Montgomery County Sheriff Jeff Smith before hosting his 19th town hall in New York's 19th Congressional District at the Root Town Ha  more

Rep. Engel Helps Introduce Legislation to Protect Americans With Pre-Existing Conditions
NEW YORK, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, issued the following news release: CongressmanEliot L. Engel joined Democratic House colleagues in introducing legislation to safeguard protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions from efforts by the Trump Administration to undermine them. The landmark Affordable Care Act (ACA) included a provision, known as Section 1332, which provided states with the ability to implement innovative programs that help expand access to ACA compliant   more

Rep. Engel Issues Remarks at Human Rights Panel Event in Burma
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement at a panel on human rights in Burma: "I'm glad we are here today to discuss the Rohingya crisis. Because this is man-made disaster that has gone on far, far too long and we need to do everything we can to keep this issue front and center, we must never rest until we see some real progress. "As we all know, the Burmese security forces perpetrated a violent, hor  more

Rep. Engel Issues Statement on Impeachment Inquiry Against President Trump
NEW YORK, July 31 -- Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement calling for an impeachment inquiry against President Trump: "The President abused the power of his office in an effort to stymie a legitimate investigation into his campaign's involvement with Russia. Mr. Mueller chose to follow Justice Department guidance that a sitting President can't be indicted. The Constitution empowers Congress with checks and balances to addr  more

Rep. Engel Issues Statement on Trump Administration Safe Third Country Agreement With Guatemala
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Eliot Engel, D-New York, issued the following statement: Representative Eliot L. Engel (D-NY), Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, today expressed his strong opposition to the Trump Administration's signing of an agreement with Guatemala deeming it a country adequately safe to receive asylum seekers who have reached the United States ("Safe Third Country Agreement"): "President Trump's decision to sign this agreement with Guatemala is cruel and immor  more

Rep. Engel Issues Statement on Trump Administration Withdrawal From Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement regarding the Trump administration's withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty: "The INF Treaty has been a cornerstone of arms control for 30 years. Without a doubt, Russia's violation of the treaty threatened Transatlantic security and stability. But the Trump Administration has played into Putin's hands in tearing down the treaty rather than  more

Rep. Engel Presses for Accountability for Burmese Military Crimes Against the Rohingya
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: Representative Eliot L. Engel, Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and a bipartisan group of members today urged Secretary of State Michael Pompeo to take strong action to hold the Burmese military accountable for crimes against the Rohingya people. In a letter, the members cast the Department's recently announced visa bans on four Burmese o  more

Rep. Espaillat Reiterates His Call for the Impeachment of President Donald Trump Following Mueller Testimony
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - President Trump Lied to the American People and He Must Be Held Accountable * * * Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) reiterated his call to impeach President Donald Trump. In light of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's testimony before Congress, Rep. Espaillat released the following statement: "As an original cosponsor of the first resolution calling for the impeachment of Donald  more

Rep. Espaillat, Sen. Markey Introduce Jumpstart on College Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Bicameral Bill Aims to Improve and Expand Access to Dual Enrollment, Early College Programs for High School Students * * * Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA) joined by Representatives Dan Kildee (MI-05), Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) and Steven Horsford (NV-04). have introduced the Jumpstart on College Act, legislatio  more

Rep. Gosar: Rudy Giuliani Comments Regarding Iranian Regime of Terror
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Paul A. Gosar, R-Arizona, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 24: I rise today to include in the Record comments about the situation in Iran that I believe are relevant and should be widely shared. The comments, from former New York City Mayor and attorney to the U.S. President Rudy Giuliani, address peaceful regime change in Iran and the work of the Iranian Resistance. Giuliani delivered this speech at the Internation  more

Rep. Lowey Issues Statement on Impeachment Inquiry Against President Trump
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Nita Lowey, D-New York, chair of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement regarding the impeachment inquiry against President Trump: "Since he took office, House Democrats have been aggressively and thoughtfully investigating potentially illegal activity by the President and others on his campaign and in his administration. The administration has done all it can to withhold information, leading to various legal efforts to secure testimony an  more

Rep. Lowey Issues Statement on Senate Passage of Bipartisan Budget Agreement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Nita M. Lowey, D-New York, chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after the Senate passed bipartisan legislation to raise budget caps and suspend the debt ceiling: "I am pleased this bipartisan agreement rejects the President's reckless budget proposal, increases funding for critical domestic priorities, and removes the threat of sequestration once and for all. "More reasonable spending levels will enable us to invest For the  more

Rep. Lowey, CDC, Local Advocates Warn of Teenage E-Cigarette Epidemic
TARRYTOWN, New York, July 29 -- Rep. Nita Lowey, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - 78% increase from 2017 to 2018 in high school students who reported e-cig use - "A public health emergency:" Lowey issues warning about the growing youth dependence on tobacco products * * * Congresswoman Nita Lowey (D-NY17/Rockland-Westchester), Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, today hosted a roundtable discussion at Student Assistance Services Corp. in Tarrytown. Lowey  more

Rep. Meeks Issues Statement on Capital One Data Breach
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, chair of the House Financial Services subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Protection, issued the following statement regarding the Capital One data breach: "The Capital One data breach is just the latest in a long series of incidents that put American consumers at risk of identity theft and financial losses. Our financial system, electoral process, healthcare system, and national security must be secured from hacks and da  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Bill on National Museum of Asian Pacific American History
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the text of the following speech in the Congressional Record July 30, introducing the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture Act: I rise today to emphasize the need to weave the narrative of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities into the greater American story. There is no doubt that Asian Americans are the fastest growing population in the United State  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Legislation to Study Creation of Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders Museum
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) introduced legislation to examine the possibility of creating the first museum dedicated to preserving the history, culture, and accomplishments of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). Entitled the "Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture Act," the bill would create an eight member panel - co  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Safe Drinking Water in Playgrounds, Parks Act
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New york, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 24, introducing the Safe Drinking Water in Playgrounds and Parks Act: I rise today with a call to action regarding the right to clean drinking water. Every person has a right to drink water without fear of being poisoned. That is why, today, I am introducing the Safe Drinking Water in Playgrounds and Parks Act. This bill would ensure states, municipalities, a  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Safe from Start Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the text of the following speech in the Congressional Record July 30, introducing the Safe from the Start Act: I rise today to announce the introduction of the Safe from the Start Act of 2019. This bill will reduce incidences of gender-based violence (GBV); ensure quality services for survivors from the very onset of emergencies through timely and effective humanitarian action; and promote standards for prevention, mitigation and respons  more

Rep. Morelle Announces $5.8 Million in Funding for Greater Rochester International Airport
ROCHESTER, New York, July 29 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Grant will support critical safety renovations * * * Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced that $5.8 million in U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) funding has been awarded to the Greater Rochester International Airport. The funding will support critical safety renovations such as new airfield guidance signs, enhanced runway lighting, and runway rehabilitation. "I'm so pleased   more

Rep. Morelle Fights to Secure Equal Pay for United States Women's National Soccer Team
ROCHESTER, New York, July 27 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Co-sponsors legislation withholding federal funding from 2026 Men's World Cup until women receive equal pay they deserve * * * Congressman Joe Morelle announced the introduction of legislation he co-sponsors to fight for equal pay for the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (USWNT). The GOALS (Give Our Athletes Level Salaries) Act would block federal funding from the 2026 Men's World Cup  more

Rep. Nadler Issues Statement on Deputy Commissioner of Trials to Fire Officer Pantaleo
NEW YORK, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, issued the following statement in response to the New York Police Department Deputy Commissioner of Trials recommendation that officer Daniel Pantaleo, who used chokehold leading to the death of Eric Garner, be fired: "The recommendation by the Deputy Commissioner of Trials to fire Officer Daniel Pantaleo for the reckless use of a chokehold in the death of Eric Garner gives Police Commissioner O'Neill the opportunity to demonstrate that accou  more

Rep. Nadler Recognizes Service of Staffer Morton
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New york, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 24, recognizing the service of staff member Lisette Morton: I rise today to commemorate the Congressional career of Lisette Morton, my long time Legislative Director and the Director of Policy, Planning, and Member Services of the House Judiciary Committee. Lisette began her career on Capitol Hill nearly 20 years ago working on environmental issues for th  more

Rep. Reed Congratulates Schmitz on VFW National Commander Election
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- Rep. Tom Reed, R-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Rep. Tom Reed congratulated William "Doc" Schmitz, of Corning, N.Y., on his election to be the new leader of the 1.2 million-member Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, a congressionally-chartered veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from all five branches of the armed forces. "Doc has been an instrumental part of my staff in Congress from d  more

Rep. Rooney and Sen. Lee Introduce HERO Act to Rehabilitate Higher Education for the Modern Student
WASHINGTON, Jul 31 -- Rep. Francis Rooney, R-Florida, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Francis Rooney introduced the Higher Education Reform and Opportunity (HERO) Act along with Senator Mike Lee to promote alternatives to 4-year college, cap federal student loans, and hold colleges and universities accountable to student success. Congressman Rooney stated, "Student tuition inflated 439% between 1982 and 2007, in part due to the excess of federal loans available. A 2015 s  more

Rep. Rose Calls for Transportation Investment, Commuting Upgrades for South Brooklyn
SOUTH BROOKLYN, New York, July 29 -- Rep. Max Rose, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Congressman, Gounardes, Colton, Brannan, Treyger, CB11 Representative joined together to call on all levels of government to address the commuting nightmare facing S. Brooklynites * * * Congressman Max Rose held a press conference in South Brooklyn today to call on all levels of government to do more to improve transportation, invest in infrastructure, and end the commuting nightmare So  more

Rep. Rose Issues Statement on 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Bill Being Signed Into Law
STATEN ISLAND, New York, July 29 -- Rep. Max Rose, D-New York, issued the following statement regarding President Trump signing into law the Never Forget the Heroes: James Zadroga, Ray Pfeifer and Luis Alvarez Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act: "Today is a long time coming, so long that too many who dedicated their lives to make sure Congress finally did the right thing are no longer with us. "Permanently renewing and fully funding the Victim Compensati  more

Rep. Serrano Issues Statement on Opening Impeachment Inquiry Against President Trump
BRONX, New York, July 29 -- Rep. Jose E. Serrano, D-New York, issued the following statement in support of opening an impeachment inquiry against President Trump: "After much deliberation, I have reached the conclusion that the House of Representatives should open an impeachment inquiry against President Trump. The Mueller Report, in tandem with Director Mueller's recent testimony before Congress, indicates that President Trump committed illegal acts in an effort to cover up his campaign's repe  more

Rep. Van Drew Kicks Off August District Work Period With Tour of 177th Fighter Wing
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, New Jersey, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Jefferson Van Drew, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Congressman Jeff Van Drew kicked off the August district work period with a tour of the National Guard's 177th Fighter Wing located at Atlantic City International Airport in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. The 177th Fighter Wing has been at this location since 1958, providing mission-ready citizen-airman, weapon systems, and equipment with rapid combat and support capabilities f  more

Rep. Velazquez Issues Statement After President Trump Announced Tariffs on $300 Billion in Chinese Imports
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, chairman of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following statement after President Trump announced tariffs on $300 billion in Chinese imports: "The ongoing trade war has already taken a massive toll on America's consumers and small businesses, forcing many to pay an unnecessary tax placed on their back by this Administration. "Now, because of his inability to strike a deal with China, President Trump wants to extend tariffs  more

Rep. Velazquez Pens Letter to Capital One in Wake of Small Business Data Hack
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, chairman of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following news release: Today, House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) wrote to Capital One CEO Richard Fairbank, seeking more information on how the company's recent data breach will affect small business owners and what efforts the company is taking to mitigate the impact on these small firms. The letter comes on the heels of a massive data b  more

Rep. Zeldin Announces $1.5M Homeland Security, Army Corps Project to Stabilize Plum Island Lighthouse
PATCHOGUE, New York, July 30 -- Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) announced the Department of Homeland Security and United States Army Corps of Engineers will spend $1.5 million at Plum Island Lighthouse to stabilize the iron work at the door and top of the lighthouse, which is expected to be completed by December 2020. Congressman Zeldin said, "Plum Island is not just a natural resource, but a cultural and historic monument  more

Rep. Zeldin Issues Op-Ed on Justice for Long Islanders With Disabilities
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-New York, issued the following op-ed on justice for Long Islanders with disabilities: While many workers do an outstanding job caring for individuals with disabilities in our communities, I have also heard many deeply disturbing stories about victims of neglect and abuse. The current system is failing them and improvements are desperately and urgently necessary. Dozens of allegations related to staff abuse, patient neglect, sexual assault and even death  more

Rep. Zeldin Issues Statement on Passage of 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-New York, issued the following statement after President Trump signed into law the Never Forget the Heroes: James Zadroga, Ray Pfeifer and Luis Alvarez Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act (H.R. 1327), which funds the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and reauthorizes it through the year 2090: In 2011, the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act was signed into law, and, five years later, the Zadroga Act was perm  more

Rep. Zeldin Issues Statement on Stopping Bad Robocalls Act
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-New York, issued the following statement on the House passage of the Stopping Bad Robocalls Act (H.R. 3375): "Unwanted and unlawful robocalls, which were once simply a nuisance, have now hijacked consumers cell phones and undermined our entire phone system. "With Americans receiving tens of billions of robocalls a year, it's no surprise that many Long Islanders have chosen to ignore many incoming callers, causing them to miss important phone calls abou  more

Rep. Zeldin's Legislation to Honor Fallen Army Soldier, Specialist Thomas Wilwerth of Mastic, Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk to Become Law
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) announced his legislation to honor the life and legacy of Army Specialist Thomas J. Wilwerth by renaming in his honor the Post Office in his hometown of Mastic, New York, (H.R. 829) passed the Senate by unanimous consent yesterday and now heads to the President's desk to become law. Specialist Wilwerth participated in the Junior ROTC program while at William Floyd High  more

Rep. Zeldin's Legislation to Rename Smithtown Post Office in Honor of Congressman Bill Carney Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk to Become Law
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) announced his legislation to honor former Congressman Bill Carney by designating the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 25 Route 111 in Smithtown, New York, as the "Congressman Bill Carney Post Office" passed the Senate by unanimous consent yesterday and now heads to the President's desk to become law. "Congressman Carney was an incredible man who   more

Reps. Engel, McCaul Issue Statement on Situation in Moscow
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- Reps. Eliot Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Michael McCaul, R-Texas, ranking member, issued the following joint statement regarding the situation in Moscow: "We are deeply disturbed by the attack against outspoken Putin critic and political opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, as well as the reports that he was taken back to prison while still in need of medical attention and against the recommendation of his doctors. We are equally d  more

Reps. Engel, McCaul Issue Statement Regarding Situation in Moscow
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Reps. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Ranking Member Michael McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following joint statement regarding the situation in Moscow: "We are deeply disturbed by the attack against outspoken Putin critic and political opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, as well as the reports that he was taken back to prison while still in need of medical attention and against the recommendation of his doctors. We are equally  more

Reps. Engel, McCaul Issues Statement on Imposition of Chemical Weapons Sanctions on Russia
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Ranking Member Michael McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following joint statement on the Trump administration's response to Russia's chemical weapons attack in the United Kingdom: "We're encouraged that the President has issued an Executive Order to lay the groundwork for a possible second round of sanctions against Russia for the chemical weapons attack in the United Kingdom against former Ru  more

Reps. Engel, Sires Issue Statement on International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala Re-Establishment
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- Reps. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Albio Sires, D-New Jersey, chairman of the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security and Trade, issued the following joint statement calling on Guatemalan presidential candidates Sandra Torres and Alejandro Giammattei to support the re-establishment of the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala: "As longtime advocates for enhanced security and prosperity in G  more

Reps. McCaul, Engel Issues Statement on Imposition of Chemical Weapons Sanctions on Russia
WASHINGTON, Aug. 3 -- Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas, ranking Republican member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Chairman Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, issued the following joint statement on the Trump administration's response to Russia's chemical weapons attack in the United Kingdom: "We're encouraged that the President has issued an Executive Order to lay the groundwork for a possible second round of sanctions against Russia for the chemical weapons attack in the United Kingdom agains  more

Reps. Nadler, Lofgren, Jayapal Issue Statement on Trump Administration Agreement With Guatemala
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following joint statement with Reps. Zoe Lofgren, D-California, chairman of the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship, and Vice Chairman Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington: On Friday, the Trump Administration announced it had signed a safe-third country agreement with Guatemala, which would allow the Administration to remove asylum seekers if they passed through Guatemala on their way   more

Rose Leads Call for Federal Infrastructure Investment to Improve Staten Island Commutes
STATEN ISLAND, New York, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Max Rose, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Congressman, State Senator Savino, Assemblymember Cusick, Councilmember Rose joined together to call all levels of government to address the commuting nightmare facing Staten Islanders * * * Congressman Max Rose held a press conference on Staten Island today to call on all levels of government to do more to improve transportation, invest in infrastructure, and end the commuting nightmare   more

Rose to Travel to Israel to Meet With Top Israeli, Palestinian Officials
STATEN ISLAND, New York, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Max Rose, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Congressman will meet with Israeli and Palestinian officials, engage with regional experts, and hear from speakers representing diverse views across the political spectrum * * * Congressman Max Rose, who Chairs the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism, will travel to Israel next week as part of a Congressional Delegation to gain firsthand understanding  more

Schumer Announces Kick-Off of Brand New and Nation's Only Industrial Hemp Seed Bank Located at Cornell
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Senator Fought Tirelessly To Secure $500K In Fed Funding For Facility In 2019 Budget, Today Says Seeds--And Profits--Will Soon Be Ready To Harvest - The USDA Agricultural Research Service's Industrial Hemp Germplasm Repository, Co-Located At Cornell AgriTech In Geneva, Will Be A Major Hub For Genetic Analysis And Research On The Crop, Providing A Shot In The Arm To Burgeoning Upstate Industri  more

Schumer Launches Effort to Clean Up Conditions for Troops, Their Families, Increase Oversight & Regulations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Senator Says Nation's Heroes Deserve Best Housing Possible - After A Litany Of Hazards To Human Health Were Unearthed In Privatized Military Housing, This Month's Report Shows Corporate Housing Partners May Have Been Creating Fraudulent Maintenance Docs, Ripping Off The Department Of Defense - And Worse - Our Heroes * * * U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer today launched a three-pronged plan t  more

Schumer Reveals: Under-the-Radar Fed Decision Against Bees Could Sting Mohawk Valley, Local Ag, Food Supply
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - As Honey Bee Population Spirals, Schumer Pushes Feds To Step-Up Data Collection Of Insect To Help Combat Trend & Keep Local Populations, Biz & Jobs Buzzing - Upstate NY Is An Agricultural Hive Of Productivity, But Recent Fed Decision That Imperils The Future Of Bees Would Threaten Much Of What Makes This Part Of New York Buzz * * * Standing amidst a swarm of advocates, at a bee farm in Ma  more

Schumer Reveals: Under-The-Radar Fed Decision Against Bees Could Sting NYC & Long Island, Local Food Supply
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - As Honey Bee Population Spirals, Schumer Pushes Feds To Step-Up Data Collection Of Insect To Help Combat Trend & Keep Local Populations, Biz & Jobs Buzzing - To The Surprise Of Many, Manhattan, Alone, Is Home To Hundreds Of Rooftop Hives That Pollinate Central Park & More; But Bees In NYC & LI Have Been Dying Off & Recent Fed Decision Imperils Their Future & Our NY Economy * * * Standing   more

Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $750K in Federal Funds for Cornell University's Prototype to Production Accelerator
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Federal Investment Will Help Entrepreneurs Bridge The Gap Between Prototype And Commercialization And Encourage Job Creation In The Southern Tier * * * U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $750,000 in federal funding for Cornell University's Prototype to Production Accelerator. The funding was allocated through the Economic Devel  more

Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $750K In Federal Funds For Cornell University's Prototype To Production Accelerator
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Federal Investment Will Help Entrepreneurs Bridge The Gap Between Prototype And Commercialization And Encourage Job Creation In The Southern Tier * * * U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $750,000 in federal funding for Cornell University's Prototype to Production Accelerator. The funding was allocated through the Economic Devel  more

Sen. Gillibrand Issues Statement on President Trump Signing Permanent 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Bill Into Law
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following statement after President Trump signed the Never Forget the Heroes: James Zadroga, Ray Pfeifer, and Luis Alvarez Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act into law: The bipartisan bill to make the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund permanent passed the Senate by a vote of 97-2 and passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 402-12. "We have already lost too many 9/11 heroes, and sa  more

Sen. Grassley Issues Statement on Iowa
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 24: On another matter, at the website ThisIsIowa.com, you can view a video of people visiting a fake real estate office in New York advertising modern, spacious properties. You can see the astonishment, then, on the faces of New Yorkers as they are shown beautiful, modern apartments, as well as homes near art museums and award-winning restaurants. The p  more

Sen. Schumer Issues Statement on Budget Agreement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 30, on the budget agreement: The Senate has just a few more days this week to pass legislation to lift the budget caps and extend the debt ceiling before the summer State work period. As the minority leader, I don't have control over the schedule here on the floor, much to my dismay. So I am left to ask my friend, the majority leader, who does contr  more

Sen. Schumer Issues Statement on Climate Change
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 25, on climate change: Finally, on climate, I want to congratulate my dear friend, one of the most intelligent, hard-working, articulate Senators we have, Sheldon Whitehouse, on reaching a rhetorical milestone. Usually "rhetoric" and "milestone" don't go together, but in his strong eloquence on the environment, they do. Yesterday, Senator Whitehous  more

Sen. Schumer Issues Statement on Election Security
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 30, on election security: On another matter, last week former Special Counsel Mueller testified that Russian interference in our democracy "wasn't a single attempt. They're doing it as we sit here and they expect to do it in the next campaign." The Russians, he said, interfered in the last election and are trying to interfere again. Mueller said: "M  more

Sen. Schumer Issues Statement on Groundbreaking of Canopy Growth's Hemp Industrial Park
BINGHAMTON, New York, July 29 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following statement: * * * - Schumer Has Been A Leader At The Federal Level In Creating A Permissible Pathway For The Commercial Cultivation Of Industrial Hemp, Paving The Way For Major Economic Development Projects Like This To Take Root; Worked Closely With Agricultural And Industry Stakeholders To Pass Legislation - Schumer To Canopy: Welcome To The Southern Tier And The Forefront Of The Industrial Hemp Revolu  more

Sen. Schumer Issues Statement on Puerto Rico
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 25, on Puerto Rico: Finally, one more point on Puerto Rico. Last night, the Governor of Puerto Rico, Ricardo Rossello, announced he will resign on August 2. I am glad that the Governor has listened to the voices of the people of Puerto Rico. It is clear he lost their trust, their respect, and certainly the mandate to govern. The most important thin  more

Sen. Schumer Issues Statement on Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on July 30, on Venezuela: On one last subject, after I conclude my remarks, I will yield to my friend, colleague, and former roommate from Illinois, who will ask this body to take up and pass what I believe is a very important measure, temporary protected status for Venezuelans currently residing in the United States. Last week, the House passed bipartisan   more

Senate Finance Committee Sets Executive Session on Treasury, U.S. Tax Court Nominations
WASHINGTON, July 30 -- The Senate Finance Committee issued the following hearing information: Open executive session to consider favorably reporting the nominations of the Brent James McIntosh, Brian Callanan, Brian McGuire and Travis Greaves at 215 Dirksen Senate Office Building at 10:30 a.m. on July 31: Agenda * Brent James McIntosh, of Michigan, to be an Under Secretary of the Treasury, vice David Malpass, resigned. * Brian Callanan, of New Jersey, to be General Counsel for the Department   more

Trump Invites Fitzpatrick to 9/11 Bill Signing Today at White House
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), a former FBI Special Agent in New York City, today will join 9/11 First Responders and family members at the White House as President Donald Trump signs into law the Never Forget the Heroes: James Zadroga, Ray Pfeifer, and Luis Alvarez Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act. This legislation will provide financial support   more

Velazquez Bill Would Help Cannabis Firms Secure Insurance
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, issued the following news release: Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) and Rep. Steve Stivers (R-OH) have introduced H.R. 4074, the Clarifying Law Around Insurance Marijuana (CLAIM) Act, which would help businesses operating in the rapidly growing cannabis sector to obtain insurance products. "Due to discrepancies in federal and state law, insurers are understandably reluctant to provide coverage to legitimate, cannabis-based businesses,"   more

Velazquez Seeks Resources for Veteran Survivors of Domestic Violence and Abuse
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, issued the following news release: Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) has crafted bipartisan legislation to improve services for veterans of all gender identities who have experienced domestic abuse and violence. "Our society is undergoing an important watershed change when it comes to issues of sexual abuse and domestic violence," noted Velazquez. "We must support survivors in all professions and spheres and that should certainly extend t  more

Velazquez, Van-Hollen Want Answers on Temporary Protected Status Immigration Program
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, issued the following news release: Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) and Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) have written to the Acting Secretary of U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, expressing concerns with how the Administration is handling Temporary Protected Status (TPS) with regards to Guatemala, Venezuela and Nicaragua. Nicaragua has previously received the TPS des  more