Congresswoman Tenney's Weekly Newsletter   Have questions? Contact Me Here   My Plan to Deliver for America’s Veterans America’s veterans have sacrificed to defend our great Nation and safeguard our freedoms, so it is only right that they have the enduring support and resources they need to succeed throughout their lives. Given the problems that have historically plagued the VA, including misspending, inconsistency in providing quality healthcare, and backlogs of claims, my focus is on ensuring the VA is reformed to effectively meet its mission and serve our veterans. My Veterans Plan is designed to ensure that all service members, veterans, and their families are well-equipped, properly supported, and receive the full benefits they have earned. It also outlines steps to honor our country’s veterans for their service. Recently, we hosted a Vietnam War Commemorative Pinning Ceremony at Historic Fort Ontario to recognize Vietnam Veterans in our community. It was a privilege to honor these veterans and finally give them the formal welcome home they deserved so many years ago. I am committed to making sure that programs for veterans are transparent, effective, and affordable, and that all veterans receive the thanks they deserve for their service. READ MY FULL VETERANS PLAN HERE My Tax Plan to Lower Costs for Families and Small Businesses My top priority has always been to protect New York taxpayers and promote economic growth by advocating for a tax code that rewards hard work and entrepreneurship, allowing Americans to take home more of their earnings. As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, which oversees the nation's tax policy, I am leading the charge to make the tax code work for all Americans and help small businesses here in NY-24 thrive. This week, I released my Tax Plan, which aims to reduce financial burdens on families and bolster small businesses in NY-24 and across the nation. I remain dedicated to advancing tax policies that are pro-growth, pro-worker, and fiscally responsible, protecting hardworking taxpayers from high prices and government waste. READ MY FULL TAX PLAN HERE Standing Against Anti-Semitism: Holding Universities Accountable On day one of the school year, the pro-Hamas mob began terrorizing Jewish students at Cornell University. Sadly, this is just another example of the blatant anti-Semitism that continues to jeopardize the safety of the Jewish community on and off college campuses. Just days following the heinous terrorist invasion of Israel that has killed over 1,300 Israelis, a professor at Cornell referred to the slaughter of Israeli civilians by Hamas as "energizing" and "exhilarating" while speaking at a pro-Palestine protest. I demanded that he immediately resign for his anti-Semitic and pro-Hamas comments, yet following a one-semester leave of absence, he is back teaching this fall. Colleges and universities are responsible for protecting all students from hate and violence. Cornell and every other university across the country must wholeheartedly condemn this vile behavior and enforce strict consequences for those who perpetrate it. As your representative in Congress, my top priority is championing legislative initiatives that benefit you and your families. Each week, I review numerous bills and letters, engaging in thorough discussions with members of our community to determine which actions to support and address your needs. Below are a few bills I recently cosponsored. Protecting Rural Seniors Access to Care Act: This bill aims to prevent the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) from enforcing new, one-size-fits-all staffing requirements for long-term care facilities. These requirements could severely impact facilities in upstate New York, particularly in rural areas, by forcing them to reduce patient intake or close down entirely due to staffing shortages and financial strain. Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2024: This bill would revise the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2021 to ensure that veterans receive the claims they are owed and are able to receive a jury trial as Congress intended. This commonsense bipartisan fix will ensure that our veterans no longer face unnecessary barriers to receive the justice they deserve. Stop Trying to Obsessively Vilify Energy (STOVE) Act: This bill prohibits federal agencies from promulgating rules or guidances that restrict or ban the use and purchase of gas powered stoves, ranges, or ovens in the United States. This commonsense legislation protects the constitutional rights of Americans from being infringed upon by out of control, unelected Washington bureaucrats. Congratulations to the Winners of the 4-H Scholarship in Wyoming County Congratulations to the outstanding winners of the 4-H Scholarship in Wyoming County! Your hard work and dedication to agriculture and community service are truly inspiring. Eager to see all that you accomplish in your future endeavors! Celebrating the Finalists of the National Holstein Convention at the Wayne County Fair Our team, along with Assemblyman Manktelow and a representative from Senator Helming's office, had the pleasure of recognizing students from Wayne County who were finalists at the National Holstein Convention this year. Congrats to these inspiring young farmers on this accomplishment! Support for NY-24 Following Severe Weather Our district recently experienced extreme weather and tornadoes, and my office is here to assist you during this challenging time. We are committed to providing support and connecting you with the necessary federal and state resources to aid in your recovery. Please don't hesitate to reach out to my office for any help you may need. Click here to learn more about Economic Injury Disaster Loans provided by the Small Business Administration Internships Available in our DC and District Offices Interested in interning in my Washington DC, Oswego, Lockport or Victor offices? Apply today! Our team is looking for students from New York's 24th Congressional District who are interested in learning more about the legislative process. Fall 2024 internships will begin next month, so don't miss your chance! To apply, please fill out the form on my website here. Please call my Washington DC office at 202-225-3665 with any questions. Need Help with a Federal Agency? Call us today. If you or someone you know ever needs assistance with a federal agency, we are just a phone call away and are ready to help you! Please contact my Victor Office at 585-869-2060, my Oswego Office at 315-236-7088, or my Lockport Office at 716-514-5130! I am honored to have the opportunity to represent you. Have news or updates to share? Email me!  If you have updates regarding events in the community or other news to share from across New York's 24th District, please visit the "Contact Me" page on my website to share it with me. My team will try to include as many of your updates from around #NY24 as we can each week.     tenney.house.gov Rep. Tenney | 2349 Rayburn House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice