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 Receives Tourette Association of America Award This week, Andrew had the honor of accepting the 2024 TAA Public Policy Award from the Tourette Association of America. Andrew sat down with advocates Amanda, Jennie, and Ben and discussed the incredible work they do to raise awareness and provide support for patients and families impacted by Tourette Syndrome (TS) in our community. As Co-Chair of the Tourette Syndrome Caucus, Andrew recognizes the needs of children and adults with TS and strives to educate and involve other representatives on the topic as it is addressed by Congress. ANDREW IN THE NEWS House bill would replenish fund for families of victims of state-sponsored terrorism " A bipartisan group of House members introduced a bill Thursday to replenish the fund created nine years ago to satisfy the unpaid legal judgments for families of victims of state-sponsored terrorism, which now includes the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel. The U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund has issued just four distributions of money since 2015 as its source of funds has nearly dried up and many families entitled to funding have gotten no money or at most a quarter of their claims, the bill’s sponsors said...The legislation would allow the fund to tap into unspent money in the Justice Department’s Asset Forfeiture Fund and the Treasury Department Forfeiture Fund as well as the $900 million Binance Holdings Limited, which operates the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, must pay for financial transactions with state sponsors of terrorism. The bill, whose sponsors include Lawler, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-Staten Island) and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.), is the House version of the Senate legislation introduced last year by Sen. John Cornyn (R-Tex.) and Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.). Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand of New York co-sponsor the Senate bill. Among the 20 sponsors of the House bill are all four of Long Island’s congressmen — Reps. Nick LaLota (R-Amityville), Andrew Garbarino (R-Bayport), Tom Suozzi (D-Glen Cove) and Anthony D’Esposito (R-Island Park). " Read The Full Article Here. WHAT'S NEW IN NY-02 Andrew Recognizes New Eagle Scout In Brookhaven Brookhaven Boy Scout Troop 4 Member Peter William Steininger was recently recognized with a Court of Honor yesterday to celebrate his achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout with Bronze Palm. Eagle Scout is the highest rank a Boy Scout can achieve. Since the rank of Eagle Scout was established, only 4% of Scouts have successfully earned this rank. Andrew was proud to provide a Congressional Certificate of Recognition for Peter in honor of his hard work and dedication. Education Center Opens New Playground in Bohemia This week, AHRC Suffolk's Seiff Educare Center celebrated the grand opening of a new, more accessible playground including swings, slides, tunnels, and more for students to play, learn, and enjoy. AHRC Suffolk provides dynamic, innovative, and integrated services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Andrew applauds the opening of this new playground and provided a Congressional Certificate of Recognition. CASEWORK HIGHLIGHT: Securing Tax Refund A constituent contacted Andrew's office after the IRS failed to pay out his 2022 tax refund. He contacted the IRS multiple times over the last year but still hadn't received the refund he was owed. Andrew's casework team was able to clear up the issue with the IRS and secure the constituent his refund. 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 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 Meets With Suffolk PBA During Police Week This week, Andrew met with members of the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association visiting Washington, D.C. in recognition of Police Week. It's always our pleasure to see Long Island's local heroes and honor their service to our community. Homeland Security Committee Holds Hearing On Challenges Facing Law Enforcement Across The Country Andrew participated in a House Homeland Security Committee hearing entitled, “Standing Strong on the Thin Blue Line: How Congress Can Support State and Local Law Enforcement” where Members heard from witnesses about the challenges facing law enforcement officers. Andrew will always stand with our heroes in blue and fight back against reckless ‘Defund the Police’ policies. Watch his line of questioning here. House Passes Slate Of Pro-Police Bills During Police Week During Police Week this week, the House took action by passing a series of bills that showed their continued support for our brave men and women in blue and would hold violent criminals accountable. The bills support officer safety and wellness, condemn efforts to defund the police and anti-police sentiment, and address the impact of the border crisis on law enforcement. Andrew was proud to support this legislation and to stand with our law enforcement officers during Police Week and every week. 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 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice