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Molinaro Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Support Rural Businesses in Upstate NY

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Binghamton, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today introduced the Rural Innovation and Small Business Expansion (RISE) Act to expand opportunities for rural entrepreneurship across Upstate New York. The bill was introduced alongside Bennie Thompson (D-MS-2). Reports show a significant number of rural businesses face a lack of capital access…

Watch: Rep. Molinaro Welcomes Rabbi Slonim of Binghamton As He Serves As Guest Chaplin For Congress

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today welcomed Rabbi Levi Slonim from Binghamton as he offered the opening prayer for the U.S. House of Representatives. Rabbi Slonim's opening prayer can be viewed here. Rep. Molinaro's remarks, as prepared for delivery, can be found below and viewed here. It’s truly a high honor to have Rabbi Levi Slonim as our…

Rabbi Levi Slonim From Binghamton To Be In DC At Molinaro’s Request & Will Serve As Guest Chaplin

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today announced Rabbi Levi Slonim, Co-Director of the Chabad Downtown in Binghamton and Director of Development at the Rohr Chabad Center for Jewish Student Life at Binghamton University, has accepted his invitation to be the guest chaplain and offer the opening prayer for the U.S. House of Representatives on…

Molinaro Reacts To Netanyahu Speech

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Washington, DC -- U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) released the following statement on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech:  "It was a great honor to hear Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu speak today. America will stand for what is right. We will stand against terrorism, against those who don't value human life, and just like we did in…

Rep. Molinaro Announces Mobile Office Hours in Chenango County & Otsego County

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Oneonta, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today announced his constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Wednesday, July 31 at the Norwich City Hall and from 12:00pm to 2:00pm on Thursday, August 1 at the Oneonta Town Hall.   During these events, constituents will be able to connect with representatives from…

Rep. Molinaro Slams Gov. Hochul’s Ignorant Remark About Disability & Senior Service Program, Demands Public Apology

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Binghamton, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) released the following statement on Governor Kathy Hochul calling the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) program a ‘racket’: “Governor Hochul’s comments were as insulting as they are ignorant and she needs to apologize. This was a program that gave seniors and those with disabilities the freedom to choose their…

Molinaro Calls For Resignation Of Secret Service Director Following Failure At Trump Rally

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) released the following statement calling for the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle: "I withheld judgement on Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle until Congress could hear from her directly. She admitted it was a mission failure, admitted the buck stops with her, has tried to deflect responsibility, and will…

Molinaro Delivers Over $4 Million For Early Education Programming in Cortland & Delaware Counties

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Hancock, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today announced Cortland County Community Action Program will receive $3,113,594 in federal funds and Delaware Opportunities will receive $1,381,584 in federal funding for Head Start programming.  These funds are available through the Head Start and Early Head Start programs and administered by the U.S.…

Rep. Molinaro Statement On Sullivan County Prison Closure

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Liberty, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) released the following statement on Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to close the Sullivan Correctional Facility in Woodbourne:    "It’s disgraceful that Governor Hochul, as part of her pro-crime platform, is now closing the Sullivan County Correctional Facility with limited notice. This reckless decision not only jeopardizes…

Molinaro Delivers: $32.2 Million in Federal Funding for Community Projects Across Upstate NY Included in House Appropriations Bills

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Binghamton, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today announced $32,230,000 in federal funding for community development projects in New York’s 19th Congressional District were included in the House’s Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations bills. Rep. Molinaro requested and advocated for these funds. Last year, Rep. Molinaro successfully…