An update from the office of Congressman Andrew Garbarino |
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Andrew Applauds Addition of Uterine Cancer To List of World Trade Center Health Program Covered Conditions |
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This week, the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP) issued a Final Rule adding all types of uterine cancer, including endometrial cancer, to the list of WTC-Related Health Conditions effective January 18, 2023. Andrew applauded this decision, having long been an advocate for the inclusion of uterine cancer as a covered condition. In a statement following the annoucement, he said, "While women were active participants in the rescue and recovery efforts after the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center, and many other cancers of the female and male reproductive system have been included in the WTCHP as covered conditions, until now, uterine cancer was not on that list. The inclusion of uterine cancer as a WTCHP covered condition will further advance the good work that the WTCHP continues to do for those that it serves and ensure that our first responders and survivors receive the health care they deserve." Read more here.
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Supporting Our Veteran Community |
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This week, Rena Sylvester, Founder of Cooking for LI Veterans, and Joseph Cognitore, Veteran and member of the National Legislative Committee for the VFW visited our new Patchogue District office for a meeting to discuss how they can best work with Andrew to benefit Long Island's veteran community.
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Andrew Honors Local Fire Chief |
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This week, Andrew joined with the Town Of Babylon Chiefs Association to honor the outgoing President Peter McArdle, a 39 year veteran of the West Babylon Fire department who just finished a 2 year term as the President of the Chiefs Association. Andrew provided a congressional Certificate of Recognition in honor of his dedicated services to the people of Babylon.
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CASEWORK HIGHLIGHT: Helping Veteran Get Needed Medication |
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A Bohemia resident and veteran was denied coverage by the VA for the medication his doctor prescribed to help with his fatty liver. Andrew's casework team was able to reach out to the VA and help get the monthly cost for the medication approved.
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 for the federal government. If you need help dealing with a federal agency, contact our office and our team will get to work on your case.
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Andrew Selected To Continue Serving On Homeland Security Committee |
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This week, Andrew was selected to continue serving on the House Homeland Security Committee for his second term. Andrew is looking forward to being able to continue the work he began on the committee during his first term, including to secure the southern border, improve Long Island's emergency preparedness, and strengthen our national security and in particular our cybersecurity.
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Andrew Meets with AIPAC Delegates To Discuss U.S.-Israel Relationship |
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Andrew recently spoke to a group of AIPAC Delegates in DC who are dedicated to advocating for pro-Israel issues. He spoke of his commitment to strengthening the all important U.S. - Israel relationship, which is critical to U.S. national security, and working together with Israel to combat global terrorist threats like those posed by Iran. Andrew will always stand behind America's friend and ally Israel.
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Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino
Congressman representing New York's 2nd Congressional District
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Washington, D.C.
2344 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-7896
Fax: (202) 226-2279
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Patchogue
31 Oak Street Suite 20
Patchogue, NY 11772
Phone: (631) 541-4225
Fax: (631) 541-6602
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