Bipartisan Bill Co-Led by Suozzi to Protect Americans from Online Dating Scams Signed Into Law

Co-led bipartisan bill signed into law requiring dating platforms to warn users of fraud.

“As technology changes faster than ever, criminals are finding new ways to use it to exploit Americans”

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Suozzi Convenes Long Island Robotics Roundtable

Convened roundtable with business and technology leaders to position Long Island as robotics and advanced manufacturing hub.

“Standard Bots is a great example of why Long Island has the talent, the universities, the skilled workforce, and the entrepreneurial spirit to be the nation’s leader in robotics and advanced manufacturing.”

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“Hometown Heroes!” Suozzi Honors Local Police Officers at 7th Hometown Heroes Ceremony

Honored nine local police officers for extraordinary courage and heroism at seventh annual ceremony.

“I have made it a tradition to hold these Hometown Heroes ceremonies because the men and women who protect our communities every day deserve our support and our thanks”

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Suozzi Presses FAA and DOT to Address Persistent Airplane Noise Around JFK and LGA in New Letter

Sent letter to FAA and DOT urging action to reduce airplane noise around JFK and LaGuardia.

“I appreciate the FAA’s response and willingness to engage, but the problem has not been fixed”

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Suozzi Recognized as First Democratic Member of Congress To Be Awarded U.S. Chamber’s “Advocate for American Business” Award

Received U.S. Chamber of Commerce "Advocate for American Business" Award.

“I want to thank the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for this recognition and for bringing the Free Enterprise Express here to Glen Cove”

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Suozzi To Be Recognized as First Democratic Member of Congress To Be Awarded U.S. Chamber’s “Advocate for American Business” Award

Congressman Tom Suozzi (NY-03) was recognized today by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce with its “Advocate for American Business” Award during a stop of the Chamber’s national Free Enterprise Express Opportunity Tour at Standard Bots in Glen…

“I want to thank the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for this recognition and for bringing the Free Enterprise Express here to Glen Cove”

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Suozzi (D-NY), Knott (R-NC), and over a Dozen National Religious Organizations Urge Passage of Bipartisan, Bicameral Right to Worship Act

Urged House and Senate to pass bipartisan Right to Worship Act establishing protest-free buffer zones.

“Exercising your right to worship should not require you to exhibit particular courage as you enter your synagogue, church, mosque, temple, mandir, or gurdwara”

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House Passes Suozzi-Led Bipartisan Bill to Protect Fraud Victims from Tax Penalties

House passed bipartisan bill to allow fraud victims to deduct stolen money from taxes.

“Americans are being scammed at unbelievable rates, and our seniors are especially vulnerable. Right now, victims of fraud and theft are hit twice: first by the scammer, and then by the IRS when they’re taxed on the money stolen from them”

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Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 9500, the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act. I would first like to thank my colleagues on the other side of the aisle for partnering with me on this bipartisan, commonsense bill, which will ensure that Americans do not have to pay taxes on money that they were…

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Suozzi Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Crack Down on Health Care Fraud

Introduced bipartisan bill to increase funding for health care fraud prevention and enforcement.

“Taxpayers bear the cost of every dollar lost to fraud, ultimately making healthcare more expensive. If we want to lower healthcare costs, we need to start by going after waste, fraud, and abuse wherever it’s happening. HCFAC is a tremendously successful program helping us do just that”

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Suozzi, Leader DeRiggi-Whitton, and Mayor Villafane Announce Expansion of Sea Cliff Sewer System

Announced $6.5 million Sea Cliff sewer system expansion with $1.1 million in secured federal funding.

“This is a major accomplishment by Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton to help sewer critical areas in Sea Cliff and protect our precious Hempstead Harbor”

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Suozzi Highlights Broad Local Support for Bipartisan, Bicameral Buffer Zone Bill

Highlighted local support for bipartisan Right to Worship Act protecting religious services.

“Exercising your right to worship should not require you to exhibit particular courage as you enter your synagogue, church, mosque, temple, mandir, or gurdwara”

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Suozzi Highlights Human Trafficking on Long Island and Queens and Urges Federal  Action in Press Conference

Held press conference highlighting human trafficking and urged passage of two bipartisan bills.

“Human trafficking is not some victimless crime. Many people, often women, are being exploited, abused, and assaulted and it’s happening right here in our backyard”

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Suozzi (D-NY), Knott (R-NC), Cruz (R-TX), and Slotkin (D-MI) Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Right to Worship Act to Protect Worshippers

Introduced bipartisan bill establishing 100-foot protest-free buffer zones around houses of worship.

“Exercising your right to worship should not require you to exhibit particular courage as you enter your synagogue, church, mosque, temple, mandir, or gurdwara”

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Suozzi Announces Completion of Project to Seed Six Million Oysters Using Funds He Obtained in 2022 Grant

Announced completion of oyster restoration project and secured $750,000 for additional seeding.

“Ever since I helped reopen parts of Hempstead Harbor to shellfishing when I was Mayor of Glen Cove in the 1990s, I have recognized that healthy bays are essential to Long Island’s environment, economy, and quality of life”

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Suozzi Seeks Extension on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for El Salvador

Urged Homeland Security to extend Temporary Protected Status for El Salvador before September deadline.

“For almost three decades, TPS holders from El Salvador have built lives, families, and communities in the United States. Salvadoran TPS holders contribute over five billion dollars to the economy each year and nearly 90 percent of Salvadoran TPS holders participate in the labor force.”

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House Passes Suozzi-Led Bipartisan Bill to Recover Stolen COVID-Era Unemployment Funds and Hold Fraudsters Accountable

House passed bipartisan bill to recover stolen pandemic unemployment funds and prosecute fraudsters.

“Criminals took advantage of some of the most vulnerable Americans during the pandemic, including senior citizens, and Congress refused to let them get away with it”

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Suozzi Requests Investigation Into Possible Misuse of Taxpayer Dollars for Political Activity by Vice President Vance

Requested investigation into Vice President Vance's possible misuse of taxpayer dollars for political activity.

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Suozzi, Gillibrand, Gillen Urge Increase in IRS Gas Mileage Deductions to Relieve Strain from High Gas Prices

Urged Trump Administration to increase IRS gas mileage deductions to help offset high fuel costs.

“Prices are too high across the board for Americans, and the war in Iran drove them even higher at the gas pump”

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Suozzi, Castor Introduce Bicameral Resolution to Repeal Rule That Increases Premiums For Health Coverage and Lower Costs for Families

Introduced resolution to repeal HHS rule increasing ACA premiums and reducing coverage.

“Healthcare costs are already too high, and millions have already lost their health insurance due to the expiration of the enhanced premium tax credits at the end of last year”

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Congressman Suozzi Announces New Hires and Staff Promotions

Announced new hires and staff promotions in congressional office.

“Lily and Amber will be assets to our team and I’m excited to welcome them on board”

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Suozzi Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Secure Long-term Social Security Funding

Introduced bipartisan legislation creating commission to address Social Security's long-term solvency.

“Social Security is fast approaching insolvency in 2032, and benefits will be cut if Congress fails to act. We cannot allow the promise of Social Security to be broken. The time to act is now!”

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Suozzi Appointed to Select Committee on Strategic Competition with the Chinese Communist Party

Announced appointment to House Select Committee on Strategic Competition with China.

“It is a great honor to be appointed by Leader Jeffries to this prestigious Select Committee and to succeed now-Governor Mikie Sherrill in this role”

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Suozzi, Chair of Pakistan Caucus, Marks Eid al-Adha in Congressional Record

Entered statement into Congressional Record marking Eid al-Adha and honoring Muslim Americans.

“Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, is the holiest holiday in Islam”

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Suozzi Continues Bipartisan Commitment to Protecting the Long Island Sound

Secured increased federal funding for Long Island Sound restoration efforts.

“I'm proud to have helped deliver an increase of 1000% in funding to improve the Long Island Sound since I came to Congress in 2017”

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