Andrew R. Garbarino
U.S. Representative · NY-2 · Republican · Chair, Homeland Security
Statements and posts
71 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Garbarino Announces Milestone of More Than 10,000 Constituent Cases Resolved
Announced office resolved over 10,000 constituent cases and returned nearly $37 million since 2021.
“Helping Long Islanders is the most important part of my job, and I'm incredibly proud that my office has now resolved more than 10,000 constituent cases and helped return nearly $37 million to the people of my district”
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Introduced legislation to rename Medford post office in honor of decorated Vietnam War veteran.
“Gunnery Sergeant Ruben Santos was an American hero who dedicated his life to serving our country and his fellow Long Islanders”
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Rep. Garbarino, Kean, and Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Address Fentanyl Crisis
Introduced bill to allow law enforcement to use federal grants to purchase fentanyl testing kits and opioid reversal agents.
“Fentanyl continues to devastate families and communities on Long Island and across the country. I’m proud to join Congressman Kean in leading the Fight Against Fentanyl Act to ensure law enforcement has access to the tools they need to combat this deadly drug and save lives”
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Rep. Garbarino Celebrates Columbus Day, Recognizes Contributions of Italian Americans to Long Island
Recognized Italian American contributions to Long Island and supported Columbus Day resolution.
“Growing up on Long Island in an Italian-American family, Columbus Day has always been an opportunity to celebrate our heritage and honor the generations who came before us”
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Congressman Garbarino Releases Statement on Third Anniversary of October 7th Attacks
Marked three-year anniversary of October 7th attacks, pledged support for Israel.
“Three years ago, Hamas carried out the deadliest attack against the Jewish people since the Holocaust, taking the lives of over 1,200 innocent people, kidnapping innocent men, women, and children, including Americans, and inflicting unimaginable pain on communities in Israel and around the world.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to reimburse retirement systems for 9/11 first responder benefits.
“Twenty-five years after September 11th, New York is still carrying costs from that terrible day, just as responders and their families are still living with its consequences”
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Chairman Garbarino Marks 25 Years Since September 11 Attacks
Marked 25th anniversary of September 11 attacks and reaffirmed national security commitment.
“As Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security and as a New Yorker representing a district forever marked by this tragedy, I carry that responsibility with me every day. Twenty-five years later, our promise remains the same: We will never forget.”
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Garbarino Applauds Reappointment of Dr. John Howard to Lead World Trade Center Health Program
Congratulated Dr. John Howard on reappointment as World Trade Center Health Program director.
“For more than two decades, Dr. Howard has been a trusted advocate for the 9/11 community and dedicated leader of the World Trade Center Health Program”
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Introduced bipartisan resolution marking 25th anniversary of September 11th attacks with over 200 cosponsors.
“Twenty-five years later, the impact of September 11th is still deeply personal for New Yorkers and for families across our country”
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RECOGNIZING DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR HA McNEILL
Mr. Speaker, today we recognize Ha McNeill as she concludes her service as Deputy Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration. Before serving as Deputy Administrator, Mrs. McNeill led TSA as Acting Administrator for more than a year--assuming responsibility for an agency of more…
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Garbarino Brings Treasury Official, Long Island Business Leaders Together to Discuss Trump Accounts
Convened roundtable with Treasury official and business leaders on Trump Accounts program.
“Trump Accounts are a great way to help families start saving for their kids early and give them a head start for the future”
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Garbarino Joins Long Island Families and First Responders for Annual Back-to-School Event
Hosted annual back-to-school event providing supplies and resources to 1,000 students.
“There’s no better way to kick off the school year than bringing families together and making sure kids are ready for the first day”
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Garbarino Marks One Year as Chairman of House Committee on Homeland Security
Marked one year as Homeland Security Committee chairman, advancing 20 bills and oversight.
“One year ago, I was honored to earn the trust of my colleagues to lead the House Committee on Homeland Security. As a lifelong New Yorker and representative of a district shaped by September 11, this responsibility is deeply personal to me”
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Garbarino Bill to Strengthen Airport Security and Improve Travel Passes House
House passed Garbarino's bill extending TSA screening program to reduce airport congestion.
“In the 25 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks, both the threats facing our nation and the demands placed on our aviation system have evolved drastically. We have a responsibility to ensure America’s aviation security can keep pace”
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Led bipartisan letter urging reappointment of World Trade Center Health Program director.
“Twenty-five years after September 11th, New Yorkers know our responsibility to the responders and survivors who answered the call has never ended”
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Garbarino, Flood Secure House Passage of Bipartisan TRIA Reauthorization Act
Secured House passage of bipartisan bill extending Terrorism Risk Insurance Program through 2034.
“As a lifelong New Yorker, I know the lasting impact the September 11th terrorist attacks have had on our communities, our economy, and our country”
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Garbarino Applauds Nearly $140 Million in Federal Homeland Security Funding for New York
Announced nearly $140 million in federal homeland security funding for New York counterterrorism efforts.
“As we near the 25th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks, New York remains the top terror target in the world. DHS's counterterrorism and preparedness grants are essential to protecting Long Islanders from evolving threats and preparing for the future.”
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Garbarino, Cohen Introduce Resolution Recognizing June 7th as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day
Introduced bipartisan resolution recognizing June 7 as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day.
“Millions of Americans live with Tourette Syndrome and other Tic Disorders, yet these conditions are too often misdiagnosed and misunderstood”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to allow FEMA flood mitigation grants for private flood insurance.
“For Long Island communities that face growing flood risks every year, we need faster and more flexible tools to help families and small businesses recover after major storms”
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Garbarino Applauds Passage of the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act
Applauded House passage of 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act.
“For Long Island and New York, September 11th is deeply personal”
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Garbarino Introduces Volunteer First Responder Housing Act
Introduced bill to expand housing assistance eligibility for volunteer first responders.
“On Long Island and in communities across the country, volunteer firefighters and first responders step up every day to respond to emergencies and keep families safe”
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Garbarino Hosts Housing Affordability Roundtable with Federal Home Loan Bank of New York
Hosted housing affordability roundtable with Federal Home Loan Bank and local lenders.
“For too many Long Island families, the dream of buying a home or staying in the community where they were raised feels further out of reach”
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Hospital Leaders React as Chairman Garbarino Helps Advance FEMA COVID Reimbursements
Helped advance FEMA release of $2 billion in overdue COVID-19 hospital reimbursements.
“I’ve been in close contact with our hospitals and with FEMA to help move this process forward”
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Applauded FEMA disbursements of long-delayed COVID-19 disaster relief funds following oversight.
“Following my oversight efforts, I am thankful for Secretary Noem's response to my request and am grateful for President Trump and FEMA Office of Response and Recovery Associate Administrator Gregg Phillips’ help in beginning the delivery of much-needed and long-promised COVID-19 pandemic relief to states.”
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Garbarino Thanks Advocates Who Never Stopped Fighting for 9/11 Health Care
Thanked advocates for securing permanent funding for World Trade Center Health Program for 9/11 responders.
“For more than two decades, 9/11 responders and survivors have had to fight again and again to protect the care they were promised”
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