Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) announced today that his office has successfully resolved more than 10,000 constituent cases and returned nearly 37 million dollars since he took office in 2021.
From helping veterans access benefits and assisting seniors with Social Security and Medicare to resolving passport delays and immigration issues, Garbarino's constituent services team works directly with federal agencies to help Long Islanders get the assistance they need.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) introduced legislation to designate the United States Postal Service facility in Medford, New York, in honor of Gunnery Sergeant Ruben Santos, a decorated United States Marine Corps veteran and longtime postal employee who dedicated his life to serving his country and community.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02), Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07), Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02), and Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced the Fight Against Fentanyl Act, a bill to permit the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) to be used for the purchase of fentanyl testing kits and opioid reversal agents by law enforcement agencies.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of Columbus Day, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02), Vice Chair of the Italian American Congressional Delegation, is recognizing the generations of Italian Americans who have helped shape Long Island and communities across the country. Garbarino is also highlighting his resolution, H.Res. 789, which expresses support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community and recognizes the second Monday in October as Columbus Day.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement marking three years since the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks against Israel:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to reimburse public employee retirement systems for costs associated with accidental disability retirements and accidental deaths resulting from the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center.
NEW YORK, NY –– Today, House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02) released the following statement commemorating 25 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, today congratulated Dr. John Howard on his reappointment to another six-year term as Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and Administrator of the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP).
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, honoring the 2,977 innocent lives lost, and reaffirming the nation’s commitment to never forget.
BAY SHORE, NY — Last week, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) joined Long Island families, local law enforcement, first responders, and community organizations for the Fifth Annual Back-to-School Event in Bay Shore, helping local students get ready for the start of the new school year.
More than 1,000 children and their families participated in this year’s event, where students received new backpacks, school supplies, and books, and families connected with local organizations and community resources.