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. 

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.