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 Stands Firmly with the Long Island Jewish Community This week thousands of Long Islanders from all walks of life gathered together at rallies and vigils across the district to show their support and prayers for the Israeli people. Chabad of Islip and Temple Sinai of Massapequa held events of solidarity where speakers shared stories of remarkable heroism and horrific tragedy from friends and loved ones in Israel. Holocaust survivors spoke as well, encouraging unity throughout the community and highlighting fears of a rise in antisemitism. Andrew is committed to keeping Long Island's Jewish Community safe and is here to be of support and help in any way he can. PHOTO CREDIT: TIM BAKER/LI HERALD More than 27 Americans lost their lives this week at the hands of Hamas. At least one Long Islander is among their hostages. Please join Andrew and all of Team Garbarino in praying for them and their families. WHAT'S NEW IN NY-02 Join Andrew for a Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar On October 23rd, Northwell Health experts will hold a virtual seminar to discuss updates on breast cancer prevention and treatments. One in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime, and it’s time we take a stand. Join us and sign up for this free event here. CASEWORK HIGHLIGHT: Helping Correct Medicare Delay An Islip resident contacted Andrew's office because Medicare had failed to make any payments for medical bills during 2023. Andrew's casework team reached out to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services on his behalf and worked with them to correct the paperwork error that led to the delay. Andrew knows how frustrating dealing with bureaucracy can be. That is why he has an entire team dedicated to helping constituents get what they need from the federal government. If you need help dealing with a federal agency, contact our office and our team will get to work on your case. KEEPING UP WITH CONGRESS Andrew Cosponsors the Iron Dome Supplemental Appropriations Act This week, Andrew cosponsored the “Operation Swords of Iron” Iron Dome Supplemental Appropriations Act to restock Israel’s Iron Dome defense system. Without the critical Iron Dome system, which intercepts Palestinian rockets in the air, many more civilians would have been wounded or killed. In a statement Andrew said, "I’ve visited Israel and heard first hand from officials and families on the ground how important the Iron Dome is in protecting the Israeli people from Hamas. The Iron Dome has saved countless lives from barrages of Hamas rockets. Now, as they face a barbaric, merciless assault by these terrorists, it’s more important than ever that Israel is able to defend itself from missile attacks." Andrew Leads Bipartisan Letter to FEMA Urging More Affordable Payment Options For Flood Insurance This week, Andrew led over 20 Members in a bipartisan letter to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell requesting an update on FEMA’s implementation of an installment payment system to allow all National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policyholders to pay premiums in monthly installments instead of on an annual basis. Flood insurance is an essential tool for Long Island homeowners, renters, and communities to proactively protect against flooding. Read the full letter here. 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]