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Dec 16, 2021

Ever wonder what a congressional district office does? This year, our constituent liaisons opened 1,800 cases, helping our neighbors in The Bronx and Queens navigate federal services like stimulus checks, immigration filings, PPP loans, Social Security, Medicare, and more.

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For the first time in our nation’s history, the U.S. recognized its role as a colonizing force. The Puerto Rico Status Act lays out a process for the Island to decide its own future. It doesn’t favor statehood, independence, or free association. It allows Puerto Ricans to choose.

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Proud to have joined

and 68 more Members in the House and Senate to urge President Biden to do everything within his power to guarantee seven paid sick days for rail workers.

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NLRB union petitions increased 58% in the first half of 2022, and Unfair Labor Practices charges are up 18%. Yet the NLRB hasn’t received a budget increase in NINE years. In a time when workers are organizing their workplaces now more than ever, we need to #FundtheNLRB

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Dec 13

Last week, we secured $119.2 million for water and wastewater infrastructure in Queens. After Hurricane Ida caused deadly flash flooding last September, we worked with

@RepGraceMeng

and

@SenSchumer

to ensure this investment as a part of the Water Resources Development Act.

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Dec 13

"[Was] that 25.5 hour window opened in exchange for any consideration offered to Bankman-Fried by the Bahamian AG or any state official, including a promise to initiate liquidation proceedings which might offer a path towards Bankman-Fried retaining some control over FTX?"

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Governor Kathy Hochul

@GovKathyHochul

Dec 9

We just broke ground on the Penn Station Access project! Penn Access isn't just about building four new

@MetroNorth

stations in the East Bronx— it's about reducing commutes, creating jobs, and connecting communities.

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Remember — Members care about the phone calls and letters they get from constituents on bills like these. Your voice is a powerful tool.

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The NDAA passes every year without the Pentagon having *ever* passed a single audit.

@RepBarbaraLee

and Rep.

@MichaelCBurgess

introduced the Audit the Pentagon Act to address this, and increase transparency and accountability in the defense budget.

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What can be done to reduce our defense budget in general? Well, we can start by passing

@RepBarbaraLee

and

@RepMarkPocan

's People Over Pentagon Act to cut the defense budget by $100 billion.

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So, what do we do when we know a bill has the votes to pass even if we vote ‘no?’ We try to amend it. This year, we offered 7 amendments, and one of our amendments passed in the House and Senate. This amendment will provide international debt relief for developing countries.

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The $857 billion budget that passed Congress this week is $45 billion higher than what the President requested. To put this number into perspective, it would cost $90 billion a year to cut child poverty in half, and $20 billion to end homelessness in the United States.

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Each year, Congress passes the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). And each year, we vote against it. Here’s why: 🧵

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President Biden

@POTUS

United States government official

Moments ago I spoke to Brittney Griner. She is safe. She is on a plane. She is on her way home.

President Biden speaks with Griner on the phone.

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Nov 29

We mourn the loss of Rep. Donald McEachin — a fierce advocate for environmental and social justice since arriving to Congress in 2017. Our hearts go out to his loved ones and staff during this difficult time.

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Senator Ben Ray Luján

@SenatorLujan

Nov 23

LETTER TO MUSK: Since his acquisition of Twitter, and the termination of thousands of contract workers who acted to keep users safe on the platform, Spanish-language misinformation and targeted hate toward non-english speakers has only increased. 1/2

Lori Trahan and 6 others

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HuffPost Politics

@HuffPostPol

A Small Part Of Congress’ Defense Bill Could Have Big Stakes For The War On Drugs

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has an amendment that would stop the Colombian government from spraying coca crops with harmful chemicals.

huffpost.com

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has an amendment that would stop the Colombian government from spraying coca crops with harmful chemicals.

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The White House

@WhiteHouse

United States government organization

UPDATE: The Administration is extending the pause on federal student loan repayments to allow for the Supreme Court to rule in the case on the student debt relief program. The pause will end no later than June 30, 2023. Payments will resume 60 days after the pause ends.

News: Student loan repayment pause has been extended to no later than June 30, 2023.

Payments will resume 60 days after the pause ends.

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AOC on Ticketmaster: ‘Fans Are Being Absolutely Fleeced’

In an interview with Rolling Stone, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez explains why she thinks Ticketmaster and Live Nation's merger should be unwound and pushes for caps on ticket fees and resale prices.

rollingstone.com

The congresswoman explained to Rolling Stone why she thinks Ticketmaster and Live Nation's merger negatively impacts live music and should be undone.

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Get health care coverage for 2023! This year, because of the Inflation Reduction Act, Americans can continue to get more help with their premiums and save an average of $800 per year and $2,400 per family. Sign up now through December 15th: healthcare.gov

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Nov 21

If you qualify for Medicare, pick your plan for 2023 by December 7th! We encourage folks to apply for Medicare as soon as possible to avoid the lifetime penalty. Learn more about potential penalties here: medicare.gov/basics/costs/m

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@MedicareGov

Oct 16

What mix of Medicare benefits and costs works best with your needs and budget? Now’s the time to compare plan choices for 2023 — like Medicare drug plans and Medicare Advantage Plans — to see what’s right for you: Medicare.gov/plan-compare #MedicareOE

A grandmother and her granddaughter smile while making pancakes. Overlay text: Find the right mix. Medicare Open Enrollment | Oct. 15-Dec. 7

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Thanks to

for joining us to discuss her support for policies to lower Rx prices that were passed as part of the Inflation Reduction Act, incl. allowing Medicare to negotiate lower Rx prices & capping beneficiaries' out-of-pocket monthly insulin & annual drug costs.

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Nov 18

We’re hiring! Our office is seeking a Policy Advisor whose portfolio will focus on climate and environmental justice. People with ties to NY-14, or people from BIPOC, LGBT+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/open-pos

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NY-14 Rx Price Reform Forum w/Rep Ocasio-Cortez -

Nov 17

Join

@AARPNY

’s telephone town hall tomorrow at 2 pm! Rep. Ocasio-Cortez will be joining as a guest to discuss recently passed legislation that will allow Medicare to negotiate drug prices, cap out-of-pocket Rx costs for seniors, and more. Sign up here:

vekeo.com

When: November 18, 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST AARP New York held this Telephone Townhall with guest speaker Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez to discuss the bill to lower the cost of prescription drugs....

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Nov 16

2⃣ Pardon immigrants. President Biden’s pardon only applied to citizens with federal marijuana charges. Many immigrants applying for citizenship could continue to face deportation or other adverse consequences for possessing a substance that is now legal in many states.

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1⃣ Expungement. A pardon ends a prison sentence, but it doesn’t erase the charge from your record. People with simple marijuana possessions are still being blocked from accessing housing, employment and other resources. We must expunge records in addition to providing pardons.

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President Biden sent an important signal when he pardoned citizens with federal charges for simple marijuana possession. But there’s still a lot more to do 🧵

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Rep. Ilhan Omar

@Ilhan

Nov 15

Today we led a letter with

@RepChuyGarcia

asking the President to pardon all simple marijuana possession offenses, regardless of immigration status and reopen the immigration cases of those who were deported for marijuana-related offenses. You can read the full letter here.

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Nov 8

It’s Election Day! Polls in NYC are open until 9 pm. Interpreters are also available when required for Spanish, Chinese-Mandarin, Chinese-Cantonese, Korean and Bengali. Make sure to check your poll site before you head out to vote! 🗳 findmypollsite.vote.nyc

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EPA Administrator Regan Announces Initial Actions to Protect Communities Following Puerto Rico...

Nov 4

Puerto Ricans have longed faced health challenges due to pollution & climate change — from lack of access to clean drinking water to toxic coal ash polluting their air & water. As PR recovers from Fiona, we welcome the EPA’s plan to address these issues.

epa.gov

EPA News Release: EPA Administrator Regan Announces Initial Actions to Protect Communities Following Puerto Rico Journey to Justice Tour

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Nov 3

Congress subsidizes oil & gas companies. Those companies then turn around & price gouge the very taxpayers who subsidize them. It's a vicious, nonsensical cycle that we have to end. House Dems passed the Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act. The Senate needs to do the same.

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NYC Votes

@NYCVotes

Oct 29

Official

Polls are now OPEN for all NYC voters🎉Vote early for Congress, Governor, judges, ballot proposals, and more. 📍Check your poll site before you go: nycvotes.org/early-voting

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Congressional Hispanic Caucus

Oct 27

Thank you

@HispanicCaucus

for supporting the Improving VA Workforce through Minority Serving Institutions Act! This bipartisan legislation will require

@DeptVetAffairs

to create a plan for hiring and recruiting diverse candidates, helping the VA ensure equity in its workforce.

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Oct 27

#CHCProud to endorse the Improving VA Workforce Diversity Through Minority-serving Institutions Act.

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You should still apply for student loan forgiveness even while it's on hold

Oct 26

A federal appeals court has temporarily halted President Biden’s student debt forgiveness — but borrowers can still apply for relief before a final decision is made. Apply here: studentaid.gov/debt-relief/ap

cnbc.com

A federal appeals court is willing to hear a lawsuit from Republican-leaning states.

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Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating in NY-14 and around the world! We hope this festive day is filled with an abundance of love, light, and joy. 🪔

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Brooklyn’s library moves to slip books through red state bans

Oct 20

As red states continue to ban books from school libraries, we’re proud of the many New York libraries that have stepped up. Since spring, they've directly lent 25,000 books to non-residents — including thousands of students living under the bans. 📚💜

politico.com

A program has lent tens of thousands of e-books in places they're forbidden.

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Over-the-counter hearing aids available in US for 1st time

Elizabeth Warren

@SenWarren

Oct 18

This is why I got into public service: to make government work for everyone. Thanks to a law I wrote and

@POTUS

's commitment to lowering costs,

@US_FDA

finally made hearing aids available over the counter—saving Americans thousands of dollars.

abcnews.go.com

For the first time, hearing aids are available for purchase over the counter at retailers across the United States.

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NYC COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Finder

Oct 18

Have you heard of the updated COVID-19 booster vaccine? It protects against the original COVID-19 strain AND the most dominant strains of Omicron. As cases rise, we encourage New Yorkers to schedule an appointment today ahead of an expected winter surge:

vaccinefinder.nyc.gov

Find a vaccine near you.

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United States government organization

The White House

@WhiteHouse

Oct 17

The Student Loan Debt Relief application is open! Apply now and encourage others to take advantage of this relief. studentaid.gov/debtrelief/app

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