DELIVERING A MORE AFFORDABLE HUDSON VALLEY: CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN TOURS NEW ULSTER COUNTY HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS INITIATED DURING TIME AS COUNTY EXECUTIVE

Toured new housing developments in Ulster County addressing housing affordability crisis.

“I hear it from folks every day – costs, specifically housing costs, are way too high. Seniors across our community are under tremendous pressure trying to make ends meet, and far too many hardworking people are unable to afford decent housing in the communities where they work”

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“THIS IS A DIRECT RESULT OF YOUR FAILURE”: CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN BLASTS PETE HEGSETH, RAISES THE ALARM ON DOD’S DECADES-LONG DELAY OF CRITICAL PFAS CLEANUP AT STEWART AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE AND WEST POINT

Criticized Pentagon for decades-long delays in PFAS cleanup at military installations.

“Every American – especially our kids – deserves to have clean drinking water. For years we’ve been fighting hard to ensure clean, safe drinking water is available in every Hudson Valley community, including those around Stewart Air National Guard Base and West Point.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN, LAWMAKERS INVESTIGATE REPORTS THAT DOD FAILED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT CARE FOR SERVICE MEMBERS INJURED IN IRANIAN STRIKE

Led investigation into Pentagon's failure to provide adequate medical care for troops injured in Iranian strike.

“(S)oldiers wounded in the attack concluded ‘the military’s medical system failed them.’”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN TO HOLD FOURTH ANNUAL FALL SERVICE ACADEMY INFORMATION SESSION

Announced fourth annual Fall Service Academy Information Session for military academy nominations.

“At West Point, I learned to live a life grounded in duty, honor, and service to our county. Nominating the next generation of leaders is an incredible privilege”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN PARTNERS WITH LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENTS TO BRING C.A.R.E.S. VAN TO NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENTS ACROSS THE HUDSON VALLEY

Announced C.A.R.E.S. Van partnership with law enforcement for National Night Out events.

“On National Night Out, we come together across the Hudson Valley to celebrate local law enforcement and strengthen community bonds between neighbors and first responders”

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ON 61ST ANNIVERSARY OF MEDICARE AND MEDICAID, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN RAISES THE ALARM ON TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S MASSIVE BETRAYAL OF HUDSON VALLEY SENIORS

Criticized Trump administration for eliminating $3.6 billion Medicare drug premium program affecting seniors.

“Trump promised to protect Medicare, but instead he’s betraying our seniors. His latest decision will actively raise prescription drug costs for thousands of seniors by eliminating a critical program that has helped Medicare beneficiaries afford their prescription drugs.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN AND DEMOCRATIC VETERANS DEMAND TRANSPARENCY ON IRAN WAR CASUALTIES

Urged Defense Department to accurately account for U.S. servicemembers killed and wounded in Iran war.

“As veterans of America’s wars, we have serious concerns about reports that the Department of War is delaying, removing or otherwise mischaracterizing the release of information about wounded and killed U.S. servicemembers”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN JOINS REGIONAL FOOD BANK, COMMUNITY PARTNERS, SPEAKS OUT ABOUT STATE OF HUNGER IN HUDSON VALLEY

Spoke at food bank event about hunger crisis and Trump administration policy impacts.

“Hudson Valley families have to spend way too much of their income just to put food on the table.”

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AS HUDSON VALLEY FAMILIES FACE HEALTH CARE CUTS AND RISING PRICES, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN CONTINUES DELIVERING DIRECT ASSISTANCE AND RELIEF WITH AUGUST C.A.R.E.S. VAN EVENTS

Announced August C.A.R.E.S. Van events providing direct assistance with federal benefits and programs across Hudson Valley.

“I’ve heard the heartwrenching stories from countless Hudson Valley families who can no longer afford health care coverage or aren’t sure how they’re going to put food on the table. My team and I are leaving no stone unturned to make sure they get every bit of relief they can”

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RYAN, SCHUMER, GILLIBRAND SECURE CRITICAL USDA DISASTER RELIEF FOR UPSTATE NEW YORK FRUIT AND SPECIALTY CROP GROWERS HIT BY DEVASTATING SPRING FROST

Secured $30 million in USDA disaster relief for New York fruit and specialty crop growers hit by April frost.

“The freeze this spring was absolutely devastating to our farmers and growers in the Hudson Valley. Many of our apple growers told me they lost nearly 100% of their crop. Hearing and seeing the damage firsthand made it crystal clear we needed urgent action from the USDA”

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ICYMI: ON HOUSE FLOOR, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN SPEAKS OUT AGAINST “RECKLESS, COSTLY” WAR IN IRAN, REFUSES TO GIVE PETE HEGSETH A $1.5 TRILLION BLANK CHECK

Opposed $1.5 trillion defense spending for continued Iran war, citing 18 servicemember deaths and billions in costs.

“It's personal to me. Having served twenty-seven months in combat in Iraq. Watching us double down on a losing strategy, year after year, while my friends and fellow soldiers – many of whose names are on this memorial bracelet I wear – fought and died.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN APPLAUDS NEW YORK AG LETITIA JAMES LAWSUIT SECURING CRITICAL REPAIRS TO KENNEY APARTMENTS IN NEWBURGH AND $400,000 FOR TENANTS

Applauded New York AG lawsuit securing $400,000 refund and repairs for Kenney Apartments tenants.

“When AG James and I visited the Kenney apartments, we saw the absolutely unacceptable conditions – raw sewage seeping from toilets, chronic roof leakage, no heat, and mouse infestations – firsthand.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN INTRODUCES “FAMILY GROCERY AND FARMER RELIEF ACT,” TO BREAK UP HARMFUL MONOPOLIES, BRING DOWN GROCERY COSTS, AND FIGHT FOR HUDSON VALLEY SMALL BUSINESSES

Introduced Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act to break up meatpacking monopolies and reduce grocery costs.

“Every time we walk into the grocery store, Hudson Valley families are getting squeezed by high prices because a few greedy corporations are raking in record-breaking profits. That’s unacceptable.”

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“THE WORST KIND OF BETRAYAL”: AHEAD OF HOUSE VOTE, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN STANDS WITH HUDSON VALLEY VETERANS AGAINST HARMFUL GOP BILL

Opposed GOP bill cutting veterans benefits, calling it the largest reduction in a generation.

“Brave men and women sign up to serve because they trust us to have their backs. They trust that when they get home, the country they fought for will be ready to embrace them. This bill breaks that sacred trust”

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PAT RYAN, MONOPOLY BUSTERS CAUCUS CHAIRS APPLAUD STATE LAWSUIT TO BLOCK ILLEGAL PARAMOUNT-WARNER MERGER

Applauded state lawsuit blocking Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger.

“Twelve states just stood up and said no to Paramount-Warner after the Trump Administration sided with billionaires to green light their monopoly power grab.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN LAUNCHES HUDSON VALLEY WIDE PETITION TO STOP POTENTIAL ICE FACILITY IN NEWBURGH

Launched petition opposing potential ICE detention facility in Newburgh following Trump administration's ICE surge plans.

“From the very beginning, the Trump Administration – particularly ICE and DHS – have refused to be transparent with our community. We’ve made it clear: we strongly reject a mass detention center or any ICE facility in the Hudson Valley.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN RALLIES WITH WEST PARK COMMUNITY, POSTAL WORKERS TO SAVE WEST PARK POST OFFICE

Rallied against West Park post office closure, wrote to USPS demanding reversal and launched community petition.

“For many communities in the Hudson Valley, the U.S. Postal Service is a lifeline. That’s especially the case in West Park where it’s one of the few meeting places in town. The way this community has jumped into action has been so inspiring.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN SECURES LANDMARK FEDERAL INVESTMENT IN TOWN OF WAPPINGER TO IMPROVE DRINKING WATER QUALITY

Secured nearly $750,000 in federal funding for Town of Wappinger drinking water treatment systems.

“This is a very exciting day. I’m incredibly proud to secure this funding for the Town of Wappinger to make real progress in updating their water filtration systems and removing toxic forever chemicals from their drinking water”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN RELEASES INITIAL COMMUNITY FEEDBACK, ESCALATES FIGHT TO SAVE WEST PARK POST OFFICE

Sent letter to USPS demanding reversal of West Park post office closure and released community petition.

“For many communities in the Hudson Valley, the U.S. Postal Service is a lifeline. That’s especially the case in West Park where it’s one of the few meeting places in town. We cannot allow USPS to rip the rug out from under our neighbors – that’s why we’re fighting back, starting with this petition”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN RAISES THE ALARM ON REPORTS OF POTENTIAL ICE FACILITY IN NEWBURGH, SENDS URGENT INQUIRY SEEKING ANSWERS

Rep. Ryan sent urgent inquiry about potential ICE detention facility in Newburgh, New York.

“From the very beginning, the Trump Administration – particularly ICE and DHS – have refused to be transparent with our community. We’ve made it clear: we strongly reject a mass detention center or any ICE facility in the Hudson Valley. I’m urgently seeking answers to figure out exactly what their plan is”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN LAUNCHES AMERICA 250 ESSAY CONTEST FOR HUDSON VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AHEAD OF INDEPENDENCE DAY

Rep. Ryan launched America 250 essay contest for Hudson Valley high school students.

“The Hudson Valley has a profoundly rich history of Patriotism and service to this great country. Our community was on the forefront of American independence 250 years ago, and that revolutionary spirit lives on today – especially in our next generation of leaders, our young people”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN LAUNCHES PETITION, ESCALATES FIGHT TO SAVE WEST PARK POST OFFICE

Launched petition opposing West Park post office closure and demanded USPS reverse decision.

“For many communities in the Hudson Valley, the U.S. Postal Service is a lifeline. That’s especially the case in West Park where it’s one of the few meeting places in town. We cannot allow USPS to rip the rug out from under our neighbors – that’s why we’re fighting back, starting with this petition”

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AS HUDSON VALLEY FAMILIES FACE HEALTH CARE CUTS AND RISING PRICES, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN CONTINUES DELIVERING DIRECT ASSISTANCE AND RELIEF WITH JULY C.A.R.E.S. VAN EVENTS

Announced July C.A.R.E.S. Van events providing constituent assistance with federal benefits and programs.

“I’ve heard the heartwrenching stories from countless Hudson Valley families who can no longer afford health care coverage or aren’t sure how they’re going to put food on the table. My team and I are leaving no stone unturned to make sure they get every bit of relief they can”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN DEMANDS DOD ABANDON ITS DANGEROUS PLANS TO ROLLBACK PFAS CLEANUP AT STEWART AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE

Demanded Department of Defense abandon plan to rollback PFAS cleanup at military installations including Stewart Air National Guard Base.

“Every American – especially our kids – deserves to have clean drinking water. For years we’ve been fighting hard to ensure clean, safe drinking water is available in every Hudson Valley community, including those around Stewart Air National Guard Base.”

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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN RAISES THE ALARM ON WEST PARK POST OFFICE CLOSURE, DEMANDS USPS REVERSE DECISION AND ENSURE NO LAPSE IN CRITICAL SERVICES FOR HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY

Demanded USPS reverse West Park post office closure and restore services.

“The U.S. Postal Service is not a luxury. For many communities in the Hudson Valley, it is a lifeline. That’s especially the case in West Park where it’s one of the few meeting places in town. We cannot allow USPS to rip the rug out from under our neighbors – that’s why we’re fighting back”

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