Reducing the Burden on Military Spouses
I introduced the Lift the Relocation Burden from Military Spouses Act to help alleviate unnecessary stress and expenses, help make job changes easier, and give military spouses and their families some deserved predictability as they serve our nation. I was proud to see this bill signed into law.
Reforming and Strengthening the VA Healthcare System
We must continue to ensure our heroes have access to the care they need. Our district is home to more veterans than any other district in New York State – over 60,000 brave men and women. When I speak with veterans in the district, they continue to struggle with access to the healthcare benefits they […]
Caring for Our Veterans
Our brave veterans served heroically, and we should never leave them behind. I was proud to work in Congress to support our local advocates on behalf of Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans by passing legislation to ensure these heroes receive the benefits they have earned.
Expanding Services at the VA
I helped the House pass the No Hero Left Untreated Act to secure essential benefits and services for our veterans.
Increasing Access to Hepatitis C Treatment for Our Nation’s Heroes
Vietnam veterans are at a much greater risk for carrying the Hepatitis-C virus, and millions of our veterans remain unaware of their status, preventing them from accessing the care they need. I sponsored common sense legislation to develop a pilot program to study ways we can expand testing and treatment for our heroes.
Giving Veterans Flexibility in Higher Education Choices
I was proud to help Congress pass an expansion of GI Bill education benefits that lifts the expiration on when they can be used, giving veterans more flexibility to attend the higher education institution of their choice.
Passing the Wingman Act – Making It Easier to Serve Our Veterans
2018 Result: One of my most important jobs in Congress is to help our veterans with any difficulties they are having with the federal government. The Wingman Act eliminates burdensome red tape that stands in the way of helping our heroes work with the VA. This legislation will help my office better serve our brave […]
