Email from Rep. Garbarino 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 ANDREW IN THE NEWS Long Island gets $21 million to reinforce three vulnerable roadways against flooding in future storms, extreme rainfall " Three Long Island roadways will undergo renovations over the next two years to address flooding as heavy rainfall events become a greater concern across the region, Governor Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday. More than $21 million has been earmarked for 'major resiliency investments' that will 'address flooding and enhance infrastructure along key travel corridors on Long Island’s South Shore,' according to a news release from the governor. Drainage improvements will combat flooding concerns at two low-lying problem spots in Nassau County — Meadowbrook State Parkway at the intersection of Merrick Road at the border of Merrick and Freeport and Wantagh State Parkway at the ramp to Bay Parkway in Wantagh.The sole project in Suffolk will replace the culvert that allows Amityville Creek to flow beneath Merrick Road, raise that roadway and upgrade other infrastructure to improve drainage in the Village of Amityville...The work that will take place over the next few years is 'long-overdue...to protect South Shore communities,' Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-Bayport) said in a statement. 'As coastal flooding becomes a more frequent threat,' Garbarino added, 'it’s essential that Long Island receives its fair share of federal resources to strengthen resiliency and keep our communities safe.' " Click here to read the full article. WHAT'S NEW IN NY-02 Honoring Retirement of Dedicated Officer Andrew was honored to provide an American flag flown over the U.S. Capitol and a Congressional Certificate of Recognition to his good friend, SCPD Officer Steven Niggemeier of Sayville, who is retiring after 33 years of service. Andrew is grateful for Officer Niggemeier’s dedication to protecting New Yorkers and proud to join in celebrating his remarkable career and well-earned retirement. Recognizing 50 Years of Sun River Health Sun River Health recently celebrated 50 years of care and respect in our community during their Community Day Celebration in Brentwood, which included live music, free food, family activities, and a backpack giveaway to help students prepare for the school year. Andrew provided a Congressional Certificate of Recognition to mark this milestone and commended Sun River Health for their outstanding work serving local families. CASEWORK HIGHLIGHT: Delivering VA Benefits The Hauppauge resident’s daughter-in-law reached out to Andrew’s casework team regarding the resident’s Department of Veterans Affairs Aid and Attendance claim. The claim was filed on behalf of a 95-year-old surviving spouse of a wartime veteran. The family had been waiting for more than eight months without any update despite multiple contacts with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Andrew’s casework team intervened, and the claim was fully processed, with monthly benefits beginning at the start of August. 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 Helps Introduce Bill to Ensure Timely Burials for Veterans Andrew recently helped introduce the Veteran Burial Timeliness and Death Certificate Accountability Act, bipartisan legislation to make sure veterans and their families are treated with dignity. Families have faced unacceptable waits for the Department of Veterans Affairs to certify death certificates when a veteran passes away, sometimes as long as eight weeks. These delays prevent timely burials and hold up survivor benefits. Andrew believes no veteran’s family should be forced to endure long delays at such a difficult time. He is proud to support this commonsense fix that ensures timely burials and strengthens the support system for those who have sacrificed for our country. Thanks for reading! Do you know someone who might like to receive these updates? Forward this email to your friends and family 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