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January 22, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a FY 2026 appropriations minibus package that advances key priorities championed by Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02), delivering major wins for Long Island families, strengthening critical federal programs, and providing long-term certainty for initiatives communities rely on.


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January 22, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02) announced that the FY 2026 appropriations minibus package includes full funding for 9/11 health care through the program's lifetime, ensuring certainty of continued care for 9/11 responders and survivors.


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January 9, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) introduced H.R. 6961, the USMMA Athletics Act, legislation to modernize and strengthen athletic programs at the U.S.
Issues: Education

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December 22, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) highlighted a year of legislative and constituent service accomplishments focused on delivering real results for Long Island families, small businesses, and law enforcement. “Everything I do in Congress is about delivering real results for Long Island,” said Congressman Garbarino. “Whether it’s lowering taxes, protecting 9/11 health care, strengthening our national security, or standing up for local communities, my focus is simple: getting things done for the people I represent.”

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December 22, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, two bills sponsored by Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) that are critical to Long Island’s housing market and small business community were advanced during the House Financial Services Committee’s markup.

Issues: Economy & Jobs

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December 18, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) and Congressman James Himes (D-CT-04) reintroduced the Veteran Suicide Prevention Act, legislation that directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a comprehensive review of veteran suicides and identify gaps in care, prescribing practices, and data reporting. The bill aims to improve transparency, strengthen oversight, and ensure the VA can better support veterans in crisis.
Issues: Veterans

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December 15, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — During a House Homeland Security Committee hearing last week, Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) highlighted the full restoration of $187 million in critical counterterrorism grant funding to New York.

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November 12, 2025

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) voted to end the 43-day Democrat shutdown, ensuring that servicemembers receive their paychecks, families continue to access nutrition assistance through SNAP and WIC, and vital veterans’ health programs remain funded.

Issues: Congress Veterans

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October 3, 2025
Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02), chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, issued a statement after President Trump announced the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is restoring access to millions of dollars in grant funding to the New York City urban area through the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP) and the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI).

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September 22, 2025
Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) and Congressman Pat Ryan (D-NY-18) announced the introduction of a House Resolution to officially recognize the Suicide Awareness and Remembrance (SAR) flag and recognize September 22nd as “National Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day.”
Issues: Veterans