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FCC Calls on Congress to Repeal Mandated Sale of T-Band Spectrum in Accordance with Rep. Zeldin’s Bipartisan Legislation

December 4, 2019 Press Release

WASHINGTON - This week, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai called on Congress to repeal the mandate to auction the T-Band spectrum and allow public safety officials to continue saving lives using T-Band communications.

Suffolk County Police Detective William Maldonado Receives Attorney General's Award for Distinguished Service in Policing Posthumously

December 3, 2019 Press Release

WASHINGTON - Today, Suffolk County Police Detective William Maldonado posthumously received the Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Policing. Detective Maldonado was one of 19 law enforcement officers and deputies from 12 jurisdictions to receive the award from across the country.  

Congressman Zeldin, Local Electeds, Post Office Officials & Carney Family Dedicate Smithtown Post Office in Honor of Former Congressman and Army Medic Bill Carney

December 2, 2019 Press Release
Congressman Carney was an incredible man who fought tirelessly for his constituents every day. Even before his life in politics, his commitment to serving his country and community never wavered. Congressman Carney will be remembered for his strength, integrity, and commitment to his district and nation, and there is no place he loved more than Long Island. Now, every time someone enters the Congressman Bill Carney Post Office, his legacy will be remembered forever.

Protecting Our Communities’ Maritime Infrastructure

December 2, 2019 Press Release
Since coming to Congress, I’ve worked with Commander of the New York District of the Army Corps of Engineers Colonel Thomas Asbery and his incredible team to secure desperately needed victories for our Congressional District, whether it’s moving the Fire Island to Montauk Point (FIMP) plan closer to implementation or securing emergency east end projects.

Rep. Zeldin Marches in Village of Patchogue's 57th Annual Christmas Parade

November 30, 2019 Press Release

PATCHOGUE, NY - On Saturday, November 30, 2019, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) and his family marched in the Village of Patchogue’s 57th Annual Christmas Parade alongside other local officials. 

Rep. Zeldin Announces Start of Beach Renourishment in Westhampton Beach

November 30, 2019 Press Release

WESTHAMPTON BEACH, NEW YORK - Today, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) announced the start of beach renourishment along the ocean side of Dune Road in Westhampton Beach. This project provides for a protective beach berm and dune, providing protection for Westhampton Beach west of Groin 15 and affected mainland communities of Moriches Bay.

Rep. Zeldin Meets with Superintendent of Fire Island National Seashore Alexcy Romero

November 26, 2019 Press Release
PATCHOGUE, NY - On Monday, November 25, 2019, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) met in his Patchogue District Office with the Superintendent of Fire Island National Seashore (FINS) Alexcy Romero, during which they discussed the William Floyd Estate, vehicle access to Fire Island beaches, the Watch Hill concession rebuild, and much more.

Rep. Zeldin Holds Business Advisory Committee Meeting

November 26, 2019 Press Release

PATCHOGUE, NY - On Monday, November 25, 2019, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) met with members of his Business Advisory Committee to discuss Long Island businesses’ top priorities, including the availability of H-2B visas, the need for tax relief, and ways Congress can help local businesses stay and thrive in our communities. 

Rep. Zeldin Surveys Dune Road Following Severe Flooding

November 26, 2019 Press Release
Calls On Army Corps to Utilize Any Emergency Authority Available to Assist

HAMPTONS BAYS, NY - On Tuesday, November 26, 2019, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) and Chief Engineer of the Suffolk County Department of Public Works William Hillman carried out a site visit of Dune Road following multiple recent storms that caused severe damage to the dunes along the ocean side and led to severe flooding and a near breach of the barrier island just west of Shinnecock Inlet w

Reps. Zeldin, Gottheimer Lead Bipartisan Coalition Condemning Terrorist Rocket Attacks on Israel; Supporting Israel’s Right to Defend Itself from Terrorists

November 25, 2019 Press Release
Following 450+ rockets launched at Israel in recent weeks, the U.S. must stand with the key democracy in the region

WASHINGTON - Representatives Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations and Co-Chair of the House Republican Israel Caucus, and Josh Gottheimer (D, NJ-5) introduced H.Res.

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