Congresswoman Tenney's Weekly Newsletter Have questions? Contact Me Here Setting the Record Straight: Debunking Left-Wing Myths About New York's Radical Gun Control Law This week, I rolled out the latest edition of my “Setting the Record Straight” series, where I debunk the commonly spread falsehoods about hot-button issues. In this latest version, I corrected the record on New York’s recently passed gun control law, which is both extreme and unconstitutional. The New York state legislature passed a gun control package that significantly curbs New Yorkers’ Second Amendment rights and fails to address the root causes of rising crime plaguing our communities. The New York State Sheriffs' Association came out against the legislation, and numerous local elected officials have slammed the law as "unenforceable." In my “Setting the Record Straight” series, I take apart the far-left myths behind many parts of New York's unconstitutional law, which includes increased online censorship, a so-called “assault weapon” ban, and more. The sad truth is, Albany Democrats blatantly ignored the Supreme Court and the rule of law, passing legislation that continues to arbitrarily infringe on New Yorkers’ right to firearms for self-defense. It also requires prohibitively long and expensive training courses and bans firearms in a vast number of public and privately owned spaces. The full Myth v. Fact is available here. I hope you'll read it and let me know what you think. I am committed to fighting for your Second Amendment rights! Standing for Life and Against Abortion-on-Demand House Democrats this week passed radical legislation that would end state pro-life laws and codify a ‘right’ to abortion for any reason, including disability, race, and sex, at any stage of a pregnancy up until birth. It could also weaken conscience protections for healthcare providers who object to abortion, and it would remove commonsense laws protecting women from coercion. This is completely out-of-touch with the mainstream. After all, 80% of Americans think abortion should be illegal in the third trimester of a pregnancy. Democrats also pushed through a bill that would strip away rights from parents, endanger the health and safety of countless women and girls, and enable abusers. This poorly written legislation would do nothing to prevent unrelated adults or sexual abusers from taking minors out-of-state for abortions, and it would give human traffickers and abusers more direct access to chemical abortions. This is not ‘compassionate’ legislation. This is barbaric. As a mother and staunch pro-life advocate, I will continue to support compassionate pro-life policies that ensure women and families, especially those facing unexpected pregnancies, have the tools, resources, and support they need to make decisions that embrace life. I will always stand for the unborn and oppose the dangerous abortion-on-demand policies that are being pushed by far-left politicians in Washington, Albany, and other states. WATCH MORE - Rep. Tenney to Newsmax: Radical Left Doesn't Support Freedom, Individual Rights My Amendments to the NDAA: Supporting Rome Lab, Reducing our Dependence on China, and Holding the regime in Iran Accountable This week, the House of Representatives considered the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2023 (FY23). This important bill authorizes funding for our military. This year's bill delivered service members and their families a 4.6% pay increase and meets the funding levels called for by President Trump during his Administration. The 7% increase in defense spending I fought to secure will help the United States rebuild our military and compete against adversaries like China. House Republicans fought hard to ensure that this legislation pushes back on the left’s woke agenda by clarifying that lethality is the centerpiece of our national defense strategy and that any activities that do not increase lethality are a distraction from the Department of Defense’s mission. This year’s NDAA also takes long-overdue action to declare the record number of illegal immigrant crossings that are occurring at our Southern Border as a risk to our national security. The bill rightfully funds the National Guard’s operation and maintenance account to support proper border deployments and efforts to counter human trafficking and the infiltration of illegal narcotics. I am also very pleased that four of my amendments were included in the bill. These important amendments will support Rome Lab, reduce our dependence on China, and hold Iran accountable for its malign activities. My bipartisan Stop CCP Infrastructure Act was even included in the final passage, which is a critical step forward to ban taxpayer funds from going to entities linked to China! On Wednesday night, I had the privilege of speaking on the House Floor in support of these amendments. You can watch my full remarks here. A detailed explanation of my amendments is below: Stop CCP Infrastructure Act: Restricts the ability of covered entities (owned, directed, controlled, financed, or influenced directly or indirectly by the Government of the People’s Republic of China, the CCP, or the Chinese military) from using federal funds from engaging, entering into, and awarding public works contracts. This stops your tax dollars from going to companies linked to the Chinese government. Iran Arms Embargo: Requires a report on the U.N. arms embargo's effectiveness in constraining Iran's ability to supply, sell, or transfer, directly or indirectly, arms or related material when it was in place. It also requires an assessment on the measures our federal agencies are taking today to stop Iranian arms proliferation across the world. Iran Operatives Active Abroad: Requires a report on Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps-affiliated operatives abroad and the ways in which federal agencies are working with partner nations to counter their destabilizing and dangerous activities, which includes assassinations. Increasing Military Base Security: Requires a report on the threat of aerial drones and unmanned aircraft to United States national security and an assessment of the unmanned traffic management systems of every military base and installation to determine whether the base or installation is adequately equipped to detect, disable, and disarm hostile or unidentified unmanned aerial systems. Honoring a World War II Veteran and True American Hero Corporal Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Truman in 1945 for his heroic service in the Battle of Iwo Jima. Woody singlehandedly operated six flamethrowers against Japanese forces, clearing a path for American troops. He is truly the embodiment of the "Greatest Generation," and an American hero. Last month, Woody, the last surviving WWII Medal of Honor recipient, passed away at the age of 98. On Thursday, I had the privilege of paying my respects as he lay in honor at the U.S. Capitol. May he forever rest in peace. My Votes Explained I'm committed to restoring transparency to government, which is why I explain every vote I take on the House floor. While we may not always agree, you will always know where I stand on the issues and how I vote in Congress. To read more about my votes this week, please click here. I voted “No” on H.R. 8297, the Ensuring Access for Abortions Act. This reactionary bill is yet another proposal from Washington Democrats to codify and advance portions of their radical abortion-on-demand agenda, which is simply out of touch with where a majority of Americans are on this deeply moral issue. This legislation does nothing to prevent an unrelated adult or sexual abuser from taking a minor out-of-state for an abortion. It also undermines mandatory reporting laws in states that require health professionals, social workers, and schools to report instances of child abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect that could be seen as delaying or hindering access to an abortion. It also undermines the ability of states to hold sexual abusers accountable. Finally, this bill would stop states from preventing abortion pill mills and gives human traffickers and abusers more direct access to chemical abortions to hide evidence of their heinous crimes. We need to protect the rights of victims and minors, not the rights of criminals who continue to abuse our most vulnerable. I will continue to support compassionate pro-life policies that ensure women and families, especially those facing unexpected pregnancies, have the tools, resources, and support they need to make decisions that embrace life. This bill passed the House by a vote of 223-205. I voted “No” on H.R. 8296, the more accurately named Abortion on Demand Until Birth Act. This legislation once again proves how radical House Democrats have become in their pro-abortion advocacy. Long gone are the days in which they advocated for “safe, legal, and rare.” Instead, House Democrats are once again bringing up this piece of legislation that goes far beyond codifying Roe and places virtually no restrictions on abortion, putting the United States on par with China and North Korea in allowing the most radical abortion policies in the world, including sex-selective abortion. While Democrats claim that this bill will “codify Roe,” it is far more extreme and would create a national standard allowing for abortions for any reason and at any stage up until birth. This bill allows for discriminatory abortions based on a baby’s sex, race, or disability and overrides state laws that would protect unborn babies with Down syndrome and other disabilities. This legislation would also weaken conscience protections for medical providers who refuse to provide abortions and removes commonsense protections to ensure parental involvement for minors or laws protecting women from coercion. Overall, this radical bill is out of step with the 80% of Americans who support restrictions on abortion, especially in the third trimester. The right to abortion is not one that has ever been guaranteed or protected by the Constitution of the United States. The right to life is one of the most fundamental principles underlying our Constitutional framework. I will always stand for the unborn and oppose the dangerous abortion-on-demand policies that are being pushed by far-left politicians in New York and Washington. This bill passed the House by a vote of 219-210. I voted “Yes” on H.R. 8351, the Formula Act.This bill will help families though our nation’s current baby formula shortage by temporarily suspending all tariffs on imports of baby formula until December 31, 2022. The Formula Act will ensure families have access to plentiful and affordable infant formula. The Biden Administration, which knew about the looming shortage since last year, has been far too slow in dealing with this crisis. This bill will ensure families are not paying additional taxes on formula imported into the United States to cover for shortages that President Biden should have averted months ago. While I would have welcomed more fundamental and wide ranging reforms to boost domestic production and ensure we never repeat this tragic situation, this emergency demands immediate and effective relief for affected families, which this bill delivers. This bill passed the House by a vote of 421-2. I voted “No” on H.R. 203, to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4020 Broadway Street in Houston, Texas, as the ‘‘Benny C. Martinez Post Office Building.” Benny C. Martinez has my enduring gratitude for his service in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After his service, he was a Latino civil rights activist. As a council member of his local League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) chapter, Mr. Martinez was a partisan activist who worked to elect local Democrats. Additionally, LULAC advocates for numerous partisan policies, such as a government takeover of healthcare, taxpayer-funded abortion, and expansive benefits for illegal immigrants. While I deeply appreciate Mr. Martinez’s service to our country and commitment to his community, I continue to firmly believe that Congress should not use the Post Office naming process to advance partisan causes or activists – it should be a unifying process designed to honor individuals who made extraordinary contributions to their communities beyond partisan activities and policies. This bill passed by a vote of 386-35, with 4 members voting present. I voted “No” on H.R. 5659, to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1961 North C Street in Oxnard, California, as the ‘‘John R. Hatcher III Post Office Building.” John R. Hatcher III served in the U.S. Air Force and was later a civil rights activist who served as a chapter and regional president in the NAACP. Throughout his career, Mr. Hatcher stated that he believes our country's institutions, specifically law enforcement and the criminal justice system, are systemically racist. While I deeply appreciate Mr. Thatcher’s service to our country and commitment to his community, I continue to firmly believe that Congress should not use the Post Office naming process to advance partisan causes or activists – it should be a unifying process designed to honor individuals who made extraordinary contributions to their communities beyond partisan activities and policies. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 348-63, with 5 members voting present. I voted “Yes” on H.R. 7900, FY23 National Defense Authorization Act. This important legislation provides our military and its leaders with the resources they need to defend the nation, supports servicemembers, and counters our adversaries. Specifically, the bill reverses President Biden’s dangerous cuts to our military by boosting the defense topline by $37 billion, ensuring growth of 7% in FY23. This 7% growth will help our nation meet the levels called for by President Trump to rebuild the military and strengthen our defenses. The bill increases support for our servicemembers by providing a 4.6% pay raise and extending the prohibition on dishonorably discharging servicemembers who refuse a COVID-19 vaccination. This year’s NDAA invests in the modernization of our nuclear arsenal, increases vital resources to counter China, and strengthens oversight of all Department of Defends funds, including those provided to Ukraine. It also includes important provisions that will help ensure the security and stability of Israel, our democratic ally in the Middle East, in the face of malign Iranian aggression. This year’s NDAA also takes proper action to declare the record number of illegal immigration crossings that are occurring at our Southern Border as a risk to our national security. The bill rightfully funds the National Guard’s operation and maintenance account to support proper border deployments and other efforts to counter human trafficking and the infiltration of illegal narcotics. House Republicans fought hard to ensure that this legislation pushes back on the left’s woke agenda by clarifying that lethality is the centerpiece of our national defense strategy and that any activities that do not increase lethality are a distraction from the Department of Defense’s mission. I am especially pleased that the bill passed tonight contains four amendments that I drafted, including one to ensure our military has the technology to counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems that are used to target Americans and exploit air space, and two measures to counter Iran’s malign influence. Another will stop American infrastructure projects from going to companies affiliated with ties to the Chinese Communist Party or those headquartered in China, ensuring federal contracts do not subsidize the CCP’s gross human rights abuses. The NDAA will help safeguard the United States, counter threats, and support our service men and women. While I did not agree with every provision in this bill, its passage prioritizes policies to strengthen our defenses, improve readiness, and advance research and development that will give our military forces critical advantages. I am pleased that Republicans were able to push back on demands from far-left Democrats, who ultimately voted against this bill, and ensure that our national security is strengthened. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 329-101. I voted “Yes” H.R. 1934, the Promoting United States International Leadership in 5G Act. This bill directs the President to establish an interagency working group to provide assistance and technical expertise to enhance U.S. leadership in international bodies that set standards for 5th and future generations of mobile telecommunications (5G) technology, such as the International Telecommunication Union. This legislation helps the United States aggressively counter China’s growing 5G expansion around the world by increasing U.S. leadership and participation at international standards-setting bodies for 5G technology. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 405-20. I voted “Yes” on H.Con.Res 59, Condemning the October 25, 2021, military coup in Sudan and standing with the people of Sudan. This concurrent resolution condemns the October 25, 2021, coup in Sudan. It recognizes the Prime Minister and his cabinet as the constitutional leaders of Sudan's transitional government and calls for Sudan's military junta, among other things, to immediately release all civilian government officials, civil society members, and other individuals detained in connection with the coup; return to constitutional rule under the transitional constitution; and lift the state of emergency, including complete restoration of all means of communication. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 417-7. I voted “Yes” on H.Res. 720, Calling for stability and the cessation of violence and condemning ISIS-affiliated terrorist activity in northern Mozambique, including the Cabo Delgado Province. This resolution condemns the terrorist attacks and violence carried out by ISIS-Mozambique in the Cabo Delgado Province and urges the government of Mozambique to take actions to counter violent extremism and protect its citizens. We must condemn the violent extremism and terrorism that ISIS-affiliated groups continue to spread in all countries, including Mozambique. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 409-18. I voted “Yes” on H.Con.Res. 45, Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the execution-style murders of United States citizens Ylli, Agron, and Mehmet Bytyqi in the Republic of Serbia in July 1999. This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that the individuals responsible for the July 1999 murders of U.S. citizens Ylli, Agron, and Mehmet Bytyqi in Serbia should be brought to justice and that the United States should devote sufficient resources to fully assist and monitor Serbia's efforts to investigate and prosecute such individuals. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 423-1. I voted “Yes” on H. Res. 892, Calling on the Government of the Republic of Rwanda to release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds. This resolution calls on the government of Rwanda to immediately release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds and permit him to return safely to the United States. It further calls on the government of Rwanda to ensure Paul Rusesabagina receives access to appropriate, qualified medical professionals and all medical care necessary to guarantee his physical safety and psychological well-being. It also urges the U.S. government in all interactions with the government of Rwanda to raise the case of Paul Rusesabagina and to press for his immediate release on humanitarian grounds. Finally, the resolution expresses support to the family of Paul Rusesabagina and their commitment to bringing him home. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 413-8. I voted “Yes” on H.R. 7337, the Access to Veterans Records Act of 2022. It is important for those who served our country to receive help and benefits quickly and efficiently. However, throughout the pandemic, the backlog of requests for records at the National Personnel Records Center has exploded to over 600,000. This system houses records that are essential for veterans to receive service-related benefits, including medical treatment, unemployment assistance, and emergency housing services. The primary drivers of these outrageous delays were the lack of digitization and on-site workforce during the pandemic. This bill will as a direct response to this issue, provide $60 million to address the backlog, enhance cybersecurity, and digitize the records. It also requires the center to submit a plan to Congress regarding how they will eliminate the backlog with target timeframes. This bill passed the House by a vote of 406-21. I voted “Yes” on H.R. 7174, the National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022. This legislation reauthorizes the Department of Homeland Security’s National Computer Forensic Institute (NCFI) until 2032. Over the next decade, the mission of the NCFI will be to equip and educate state and local law enforcement, judges, prosecutors, and members of the U.S. Secret Service’s cyber fraud task forces on how to investigate and identify emerging threats to United States cybersecurity. As the global threat landscape continues to evolve, is critical that we ensure our cybercrime investigations and cyber incident response are as effective as possible. This bill passed by a vote of 410-16. I voted “Yes” on H.R. 5274, the Prevent Exposure to Narcotics and Toxics (PREVENT) Act of 2021. This legislation amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide USCBP agents with training on the use of containment devices to prevent secondary exposure to fentanyl and other hazardous and potentially lethal substances. As narcotics and related contraband continue to stream over our unchecked Southern Border, Congress must ensure that members of law enforcement are well equipped to safely handle substances like fentanyl, which can be fatal in even the smallest of doses. This bill passed by a vote of 429-0. I voted “No” on H.R. 6538, the Active Shooter Alert Act of 2022. This previously failed suspension bill is an unnecessary and redundant piece of legislation that adds another layer of bureaucracy to the highly politicized Biden Department of Justice (DOJ). This bill establishes a National Coordinator at DOJ to issue best practices and guidelines for states and local governments’ active shooter emergency alert systems. This bill uses federal coordination, coupled with broad definitions of “active shooter” and “populated area,” to encourage state and local governments to issue emergency alerts in a manner designed to stoke public fear of firearms. Furthermore, states already use a federal system to issue emergency alert notifications, including for active shooter emergencies. The Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) is a federal system that allows public safety agencies to send wireless emergency alerts to mobile devices and emergency alerts to media platforms and internet service providers. Instead of providing real solutions to this spike in crime, House Democrats have brought multiple anti-gun bills forward, which will do nothing to make our communities safer. This bill is no exception. DOJ can already issue best practices and guidance related to public safety alerts, and there is no suggestion that states and localities currently have difficulty in managing emergency alerts or would benefit from a federal coordinator. This bill passed by a vote of 260-169. I voted “No” on the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act. I strongly support efforts to deliver much-needed relief to veterans suffering from exposure to dangerous toxins. During my time in Congress, I have helped to pass bills to improve veterans access to care and benefits, including the Quicker Veterans Benefits Delivery Act, the Enhancing Veteran Care Act, and more. Congress has been working for years to craft targeted legislation to provide much needed and deserved care and benefits to veterans suffering as a result of exposure to toxins. Unfortunately, this legislation, as considered by the House of Representatives, used an accounting trick to shift the spending from discretionary to mandatory, which could open the door to even further reckless spending by President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and Leader Schumer despite inflation recently hitting a 41-year-high of 9.1%. I appreciate Ranking Member Bost’s work to improve this legislation and supported his amendment to this bill, which would have ensured toxic-exposed veterans received the care they need, while also removing the Democrat's budget gimmicks and games. I am very disappointed that this amendment failed, and that Congressional Democrats sabotaged this important legislation. Had this change been made, I would have been honored to support the final bill. However, I will continue to work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to improve upon this concern and ensure that we keep our commitment to veterans and deliver the care, resources, and support they need and deserve. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 342-88. I voted “No” on H.Res. 1168, a resolution that reaffirms the economic partnership between the United States and the Caribbean nations. It is important for the United States to work with our Caribbean partners to ensure they are prosperous, stable, and protect the rights of their citizens. However, this bill goes far beyond this scope and expresses the need for us to force liberal policy priorities on these nations, such as the left’s equity agenda. The provisions in this bill completely miss the mark and do not fully benefit our regional partners. This bill passed by a vote of 351-64. I voted “Yes” on H.R. 521, the First Responder Fair RETIRE Act. This bill would ensure that federal firefighters, law enforcement officers, Border Patrol officers, and other federal first responders receive full retirement benefits if they are injured while on the job by allowing them to remain in the first responders’ retirement program so long as they continue working in a different civil service position. This legislation is critical to protecting retirement benefits for Federal first responders who become disabled in the line of duty, and I wholeheartedly support efforts to stand for those who have put their physical safety on the line for the American people. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 417-0.  I voted “No” on H.R. 5271, to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2245 Rosa L Parks Boulevard in Nashville, Tennessee, as the ‘‘Thelma Harper Post Office Building.” Thelma Harper served as a Tennessee State Senator for over 30 years, during which time she opposed an important legislative provision to prevent taxpayer funded abortions. While Ms. Harper was a dutiful public servant, I believe that we should not name Post Office facilities after partisan politicians, rather this honor should be reserved for those who made extraordinary contributions to their communities. This bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 330-81, with 3 members voting present. Sign Up Today: Webinar on Air National Guard Recruitment This week, I announced that I will host a webinar with guests from the Air National Guard and Eastern Air Defense Sector. The webinar is open to all constituents and will provide an overview of the Air Guard’s work and mission. The Air Guard’s recruitment team will also discuss the benefits of enlisting. Any constituents interested in attending this webinar should RSVP by emailing [email protected]. You are encouraged to share any questions you may have with our office in advance by calling 315-732-0713 to give us an opportunity to tailor the presentation to your specific areas of interest. Participants who register in advance will receive a link to the Zoom meeting on the morning of the event. This seminar is being hosted as part of my monthly webinar series, in which I connect residents of New York’s 22nd Congressional District to resources and support at the federal level. This is the tenth webinar my office has hosted. A complete archive of the monthly seminars can be found at the link here. Congratulations to MVCAA's Head Start Program on National Recognition! Congratulations to the Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency’s Head Start Program on being accredited as a Program of Excellence by the National Head Start Association. MVCAA’s Head Start program was one of just 13 programs throughout the country to receive this accreditation this week. MVCAA performs such tremendous work in supporting youth from across the Mohawk Valley. The vital services they deliver ensure children and their families are prepared for success. I am grateful for their tireless efforts, and I am thrilled to see them receive the national attention they deserve for their hard work and commitment to our community. The Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency offers a range of services to the community, which includes child development services, housing programs, emergency assistance, and a range of youth and family programs. For more information on their support services, individuals can call 315-624-9930 or visit their website at www.mvcaa.com. The Head Start program is intended to promote the school readiness for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. The National Head Start Association’s Program of Excellence recognizes Head Start grant recipients demonstrating excellence in management and service and supporting positive outcomes for their communities. READ MORE - Daily Sentinel: MVCAA recognized as Program of Excellence Honoring Recently Retired New Hartford Police Chief, Michael Inserra This week, I celebrated the career of former New Hartford Police Chief Michael Inserra, who recently retired at the end of June after 34 years with the Department, in a speech on the House Floor. Chief Inserra began his career in law enforcement in 1982 with the Whitestown Police Department, before moving to the Town of Kirkland Police Department in 1984, and then finally to the New Hartford Police Department in 1988. As a sergeant, Inserra helped the Department and the community navigate through the aftermath of the tragic line of duty death of Officer Joseph Corr. After taking over as Chief in 2010, Inserra made immediate changes to modernize the Department. You can watch the video of my remarks here or at the link above. Thank you to Chief Inserra for his many years of service, and congratulations on a well-earned retirement! Don't Forget: We're Here to Help You Don’t forget about our upcoming mobile office hour sessions! Last week, my team hosted mobile office hours at the Town of Greene Town Hall in Chenango County. Thank you very much to those who attended to seek assistance with a federal agency! This week, my team of expert caseworkers will be in Oneida County at Sherrill City Hall. If you need help with a federal agency, then I encourage you to call to schedule your appointment! Not sure if we can help with your issue? Call my Utica District Office at 315-732-0713 or my Binghamton District Office at 607-242-0200 for more information! Attending the Change of Command Ceremony at EADS This week, Team Tenney attended the change of command ceremony for the Canadian Detachment to the Eastern Air Defense Sector in Rome. Canadian Major General S.T. Boyle, Deputy Director Continental Defence Policy, presided over the change of command ceremony, where Lieutenant-Colonel M.J. Wiseman assumed command from Lieutenant-Colonel J.A. Klemen. Thank you to Lieutenant Colonel Klemen for his service, and congratulations to Lieutenant Colonel Wiseman on assuming command! It's Still Not Too Late: Schedule Your Summer Tour of our Nation's Capitol Today As our nation returns to normal and reopens, it is my pleasure to share that tours of the White House and Capitol Building have made their long-awaited return! While tours have resumed at several locations, sites such as the U.S. Capitol are doing so incrementally. As such, we are still limited in how many constituent tours we can host each week. At present, tours of the Capitol Building have been restricted to one appointment per office per week. Please note, the White House requires 21 days minimum notice to accommodate any tour requests. Availability for both of these tours is extremely limited. I urge you to reach out to my office as soon as possible regarding all future tour requests. You can do so by accessing my tour request portal here. While my office may be unable to secure a Congressional tour for all the sites you have selected given the high demand and currently limited availability, there are a number of locations that remain available for public tours. I urge you to visit house.gov for more information regarding these opportunities. Such locations include the Supreme Court and the National Archives, which you can view here and here. You may also wish to register to receive your very own reader registration card through the Library of Congress, which you can do here. I would also suggest you contact your U.S. Senators, as they too have been successful in accommodating tour requests. You can submit a tour request to Senator Schumer's office here, as well as to Senator Gillibrand here. I believe strongly that our Nation's Capitol Building should be opened, which is why I have joined my colleagues in numerous public letters to Speaker Nancy Pelosi urging her to reopen the Capitol for tours. Although tours have started to return, there are still far too many restrictions in place. The American people deserve full access. Rest assured that my office will do all it can to accommodate as many requests as possible. We appreciate your understanding in this matter and wish all visitors a safe and pleasant trip to Washington. 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 22nd 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 #NY22 as we can each week. ‌ ‌ ‌ Rep. 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