U.S. Rep. Anthony D'Esposito (NY)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Anthony D'Esposito (NY)
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Congressman Anthony D’Esposito leads tour of 9/11 Memorial for first responders
Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) recently led a coalition of first responders, current and former members of Congress, and others on a tour of the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in lower Manhattan. Additionally, Congressman D’Esposito joined House Homeland Security Chairman Rep. Mark Green, former New York Congressman Peter King, FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker, and others for a wreath-laying ceremony at the Survivor Tree located at Ground Zero.
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Congressman D'Esposito supports new veterans housing project in Island Park
Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) celebrated the formal unveiling of plans to construct a new veterans housing development in Island Park. The project will feature 42 apartments built on the site of the abandoned Long Beach Motor Inn on Austin Boulevard and will be New York State’s first veterans village. This initiative aims to provide essential resources for over 100 Long Island veterans currently facing homelessness.
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Congressman D'Esposito honors first responders in inaugural awards ceremony
U.S. Congressman Anthony D’Esposito honored nearly 50 first responders from various agencies across New York’s 4th Congressional District in a ceremony held at the David Mack Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City, New York. The event was attended by members of the NY-04 community, government colleagues, and families of the first responders.
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Congressman D’Esposito criticizes Gov. Hochul's pause on congestion pricing
Today, Congressman Anthony D’Esposito joined Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin, State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and Town of Hempstead Council Members Tom Muscarella, Laura Ryder, and Dennis Dunne, Sr. at the Nathan L. H. Bennett Pavilion for a press conference condemning Governor Hochul’s political ‘pause’ on congestion pricing after reports surfaced that the Governor was exploring options to restart implementation of the program in the near future.
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Congressman Anthony D'Esposito comments on George Santos plea deal
Congressman Anthony D'Esposito (NY-04) has issued a statement following the news that former Congressman George Santos accepted a plea deal in his federal case. D'Esposito's district borders Santos's former district, and he led efforts in Congress to garner bipartisan support for Santos's expulsion from the House of Representatives.
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Congressman honors local nurses nominated by community members during National Nurses Week
On Monday, June 17, Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) hosted a ceremony recognizing local nurses as part of ongoing National Nurses Week celebrations in Merrick, New York.
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Reps. D’Esposito and Suozzi oppose FAA's relocation of Long Island air traffic controllers
Congressmen Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) and Tom Suozzi (NY-03) joined members of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NACTA) in Westbury, New York, to oppose the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) recent efforts to transfer air traffic controllers from Long Island’s N90 TRACON facility to a location near Philadelphia.
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Lawmakers criticize faa over reassignment of new york air traffic controllers
Washington, DC – Congressmen Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) and Tom Suozzi (NY-03) have expressed strong disapproval following the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) response to their May 7, 2024, letter. The lawmakers had demanded the rescission of a plan to reassign air traffic controllers from the New York Terminal Air Route Control (TRACON) facility to Philadelphia TRACON.
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Lawmakers push back against new fire department regulations amid closure concerns
WASHINGTON — Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) and Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) today led a bipartisan letter urging the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to extend the public comment period for its newly proposed Emergency Response Standard. The Representatives aim to protect fire departments from expanded regulations that could lead to the closure of volunteer departments nationwide.
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Rep. D’Esposito introduces bill to increase penalties for assaults on prison officers
May 23, 2024 – This afternoon, U.S. Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) introduced the “Safer Prisons Act of 2024.” This legislation serves as the House of Representatives' companion to Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s (R-TN) legislation of the same name. If adopted, this legislation would double the maximum term of imprisonment for those convicted of assaulting a federal Bureau of Prisons correctional officer.
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Rep. D'Esposito introduces legislation targeting organized retail crime
U.S. Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) hosted a roundtable this week with industry leaders, lawmakers, and law enforcement to study and discuss the increasing threat of organized retail crime (ORC) on Long Island, in the United States, and globally.
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House passes 'Police Our Border Act', announces Congressman D’Esposito
Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) has announced the House passage of his latest legislation, H.R. 8146, also known as the "Police Our Border Act". This legislation mandates that the Department of Justice compile a report for Congress detailing the impact of the border crisis on law enforcement agencies across the country.
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Congressman D'Esposito distributes Police Week cards to Congress
Congressman Anthony D’Esposito's office commenced the distribution of police week themed welcome cards to all members of Congress last Friday. The card, which bears a "Welcome to Police Week" graphic on the front and a hand-written note from Rep. D’Esposito on the back, is accompanied by a blue ribbon for Congress members to wear in support of law enforcement during police week.
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D’Esposito urges Biden to resume paused military aid for Israel
Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) has penned a letter to President Biden, urging him to lift the pause on military aid intended for Israel. The Congressman expressed his dismay over the suspension of crucial military support as Israel continues its battle against terrorists in Rafah, held responsible for the mass killing of innocent civilians during the attacks on October 7th last year.
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House Passes Rep. D'Esposito's Resolution Condemning "River to Sea" Slogan as Antisemitic
The U.S. House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to pass Rep. D'Esposito's resolution condemning the slogan "from the river to the sea, 'Palestine' will be free" as antisemitic. The resolution, known as H. Res. 883, saw a vote of 377-44 in favor.In response to the passage of the resolution, Rep. D'Esposito expressed gratitude towards his colleagues for their support, stating, “I am thankful that House Republican leadership brought this critical resolution to the floor, and thankful to the vast majority of my colleagues on both sides for voting in favor of it....
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Congressman D'Esposito Introduces Define to Defeat Act, Bringing Clarity to Legal Definition of Antisemitism
Congressman Anthony D'Esposito has put forth the Define to Defeat Act, a significant legislative proposal aiming to bring clarity to the legal definition of antisemitism. This act, if approved, would implement the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism in the enforcement of civil rights laws. By doing so, the legislation would equip federal officials with a clear and contemporary definition of antisemitism, enabling them to effectively evaluate and address criminal and discriminatory incidents rooted in antisemitism.In a...
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Congressman D'Esposito Introduces Resolution Condemning Cop Killer Joanne Chesimard, her Supporters
Congressman Anthony D'Esposito has introduced H. Res. 1120, a resolution condemning convicted cop killer Joanne Chesimard, also known as Assata Shakur, for her murder of New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster in 1973. The resolution also honors Trooper Foerster and other slain law enforcement officials connected to Chesimard while condemning those who support or honor her.In a statement, Rep. D'Esposito emphasized, "Joanne Chesimard is a cowardly cop killer who hides in communist Cuba to avoid justice here at home, and yet there is a startling number of sympathizers in...
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D’Esposito, Levin Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Enhance Access to Information on Federal Waterways Utilized for Recreation: MAPSOceans Act
Congressman D’Esposito (NY-04) and Congressman Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced the bipartisan Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans (MAPSOceans) Act, aiming to provide standardized, published, and accessible data on Federal waterways utilized for recreational purposes. The bill focuses on digitizing information about Federal waterways and fishing restrictions to enhance the safety of recreational boaters and anglers off the nation's coasts.Rep. D’Esposito emphasized the importance of the bill for residents utilizing the coastal areas, stating, "Providing those who enjoy...
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Resolution Urging Israeli Buy-In to Subsequent Policy Developments Introduced by Congressman D'Esposito
Congressman Anthony D'Esposito has introduced H. Res. 1107, a resolution urging Israeli buy-in to subsequent policy developments related to the ongoing war against Hamas. The resolution emphasizes the importance of Israel's support for any changes in American foreign policy concerning the conflict.In a statement, D'Esposito expressed, “Now more than ever, it is vital that the United States stands shoulder to shoulder with our Israeli allies in their fight against Hamas terrorists and other antisemitic forces.” He further added, "Passing this critical piece of legislation...
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CONGRESSMAN ANTHONY D’ESPOSITO Secures $5.4 MILLION in Federal Funding for Community Projects in NY-04
Congressman Anthony D’Esposito has successfully secured an additional $5.4 million in federal funding for community projects in NY-04. This brings the total amount of federal community project funds secured by D’Esposito to over $20 million in 2024. The funding will support the construction of a new Emergency Operations Center in the Village of Freeport and the West End Recharge Basin project in the Village of Floral Park.The Emergency Operations Center in the Village of Freeport will receive $1.35 million in funding. Congressman D’Esposito stated, "I am proud to have...