Weekly Newsletter from the Office of Congressman Andrew Garbarino If you were forwarded this email, click here to subscribe An update from the office of Congressman Andrew Garbarino SPOTLIGHT Andrew Wishes NY-02 Moms a Happy Mother's Day! Andrew wishes a very Happy Mother's Day to all moms and moms-to-be across New York's Second District and around the country. Thank you for all that you do! WHAT'S NEW IN NY-02 Andrew Honors Local Firefighters This weekend, Andrew recognized local firefighters from several fire departments throughout New York's Second District at installation and awards dinners put on by the Blue Point Fire Department, Great River Fire Department, Yaphank Fire District, Bohemia Fire District, and East Brentwood Fire Department, Andrew provided Congressional certificates to numerous fire fighters for their outstanding service to our community. Our fire fighters put themselves in harm's way to keep us safe. Andrew wants to make sure they know that they have our thanks and appreciation. Andrew Recognizes Vietnam Veterans Yesterday, Long Island AFA held a Vietnam 50th Anniversary Commemorative Medal Ceremony in honor of our Vietnam veterans at the Museum of American Armor in Old Bethpage. Andrew provided Congressional certificates of recognition to the veterans for their service and sacrifice. KEEPING UP WITH CONGRESS House Passes Landmark Border Security Legislation This week, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023. This legislation is a response to the record-breaking border crisis under the current administration's policies and focuses on mitigating and stopping the unprecedented surge of migrants and illegal drugs flowing across the U.S.-Mexico border. H.R. 2 would mandate completion of the border wall - including not just physical barriers but also technology - bolster Border Patrol staffing, and strengthen & streamline the asylum process. Andrew was proud to help craft this legislation in part with his colleagues on the Homeland Security Committee in order to address national security concerns related to the border crisis, as well as the fentanyl and humanitarian crises. Andrew Supports Bill To Expand Employment Opportunities For Military Spouses Andrew became a cosponsor of H.R.1277, the Military Spouse Hiring Act. This legislation expands the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to include the hiring of a qualified military spouse, who face a staggering unemployment rate of almost 20%. The WOTC encourages the hiring of individuals who are members of a targeted group by allowing employers to claim a tax credit equal to a portion of the wages paid to those qualified individuals. Thanks for reading! Do you know someone who might like to receive these updates? Forward this email to your friends and families and tell them to click below to subscribe! Click Here To Subscribe Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino Congressman representing New York's 2nd Congressional District Washington, D.C. 2344 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-7896 Patchogue 31 Oak Street Suite 20 Patchogue, NY 11772 Phone: (631) 541-4225 Rep. Garbarino | 2344 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]