This week, the Suffolk Y JCC in Commack hosted a special commemoration event in honor of the anniversary of the October 7th terror attacks against Israel, bringing together community members to reflect and pay tribute. The event served as a moment of unity, remembrance, and reflection, offering a space for attendees to acknowledge the significance of this date and its lasting impact. This was one of several such events across the island. On the Anniversary, Andrew stood in solidarity with Israel and the Jewish community saying, "one year ago today, Hamas launched a brutal and unprovoked attack on Israel, murdering 1,200 innocent civilians and taking over 200 hostages - including American citizens. This horrific day was the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Israel remains under constant attack each and every day. My support for Israel’s right to defend itself and its people is unwavering. I will always stand with our friend and ally in their fight against terror."

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U.S. Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY) recently led a bicameral letter with 65 of his congressional colleagues urging U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to address what they are calling encroachment from the European Union (EU).  In May, the EU formally adopted its Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), which effectively converts the U.N. Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights into binding international law, according to a Sept. 27 letter...'The CSDDD’s extraterritorial scope amounts to a serious breach of U.S. sovereignty and a direct threat to the global competitiveness of American companies,' the members wrote. 'We are deeply concerned that the administration is surrendering its regulatory responsibilities to European officials, allowing them to dictate draconian social and climate policies to American companies.' Any policies impacting U.S. businesses should be debated and determined by the elected representatives of the American people, not overseas bureaucrats advancing their own agendas, they added, urging Yellen and senior Biden administration officials to engage with their European counterparts to delay CSDDD’s implementation and repeal or substantially modify the directive. 'To date, there has been little evidence that the administration has an effective strategy to address the issue,' according to the letter, which was also signed by lawmakers who included U.S. Sens. Roger Wicker (R-MS), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Steve Daines (R-MT), Mike Rounds (R-SD), and Thom Tillis (R-NC), as well as U.S. Reps. Buddy Carter (R-GA), John Curtis (R-UT), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Andrew Garbarino (R-NY), Bill Huizenga (R-MI), Young Kim (R-CA), Carol Miller (R-WV), August Pfluger (R-TX), Bryan Steil (R-WI), Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA), and Ann Wagner (R-MO).

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This week, the Under the Stars Gala celebrated the incredible work of Monday’s Cancer Center, which provides free health, wellness, and beauty services to men, women, and young adults undergoing cancer treatment. Andrew was proud to provide certificates of recognition to two honorees, Michele from Suffolk Federal Credit Union and Cyndi, a current client of the center. Michele, a strong supporter of Monday’s Cancer Center, has made a significant impact through her contributions. Cyndi’s story as a client of the program serves as a testament to the life-changing services offered by this amazing organization. Andrew commends those involved in this incredible program, which continues to make a real difference in the lives of cancer patients.

This week, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for OverSouth, a new real estate business in Sayville. OverSouth is not only dedicated to providing real estate services but also plays an active role in community outreach efforts. As a strong supporter of small businesses on Long Island, Andrew values the important contributions these businesses make to our local economy and community. Their success is a testament to the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit that helps Long Island thrive.

The AHRC Suffolk recently held an Art Show in Sayville, where the incredible artwork created by individuals in AHRC Suffolk’s Day Programs was proudly displayed. The event began with a short program introducing the talented artists and highlighting the significance of the adult day programs, which provide meaningful opportunities for creativity and personal growth. Andrew is proud to have organizations like AHRC Suffolk that offer such impactful programs, enriching the lives of individuals and strengthening the NY-02 community.

A constituent reached out to Andrew's office after waiting over seven months for back pay related to Social Security disability benefits. These funds were critical for covering important expenses, including her college tuition. After Andrew's casework team reached out to the Social Security Administration on her behalf, we were able to expedite the process, resulting in the release of these much-needed funds.

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. 

Andrew recently helped introduce the Lifesaving Gear for Police Act of 2024, which ensures law enforcement agencies retain access to vital equipment through the Department of Defense 1033 Program. This bipartisan legislation protects the ability of local law enforcement to acquire essential tools for search and rescue operations, disaster response, and active shooter situations, safeguarding our communities and officers. Andrew remains committed to providing law enforcement with the resources they need to do their jobs and keep us safe.