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On Think DIFFERENTLY Day of Action, Rep. Molinaro Calls for Passage of Legislative Package To Break Down Barriers For Individuals With Disabilities

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Binghamton, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today hosted a ‘Think DIFFERENTLY Day of Action.’ Today built off Rep. Molinaro’s nationally recognized ‘Think DIFFERENTLY’ initiative, which he created in 2015 to break down barriers for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. During the day, Rep. Molinaro and his Think DIFFERENTLY…

Following Rep. Molinaro Push, Controversial Solar Proposal In Copake Rejected

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Leeds, NY – Following advocacy from U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19), the New York State Office of Renewable Energy Siting rejected Hecate Energy’s proposal to construct a controversial solar project in Copake. Rep. Molinaro released the following statement applauding the decision: “This was the right decision. I’ve supported an all-of-the-above energy approach,…

Molinaro Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Provide Consistent & Reliable Funding To Delaware & Susquehanna River Basin

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today introduced the Ensure Funding For Our Environment Act. This bipartisan bill will provide consistent and reliable federal funding for the Mid-Atlantic River Basin Commissions (RBCs), which protect clean drinking water and improve climate resiliency, flood mitigation, and wildlife protection in Upstate…

At National Pipe & Plastics in Endicott, Rep. Molinaro Pushes For Passage of Bipartisan Bill To Support Local Workers & Revolutionize Energy Efficiency On America’s Farms

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Endicott, NY – Standing today with representatives from the pump manufacturing industry and local workers at National Pipe & Plastics in Endicott, a manufacturer of plastic pipes, U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) called for passage of the Leveraging Efficiency Awareness for Pumping Systems (LEAPS) Act to support local workers and revolutionize agricultural efficiency. Rep. Molinaro…

Reps. Molinaro & Pingree Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Organic Dairy Farmers Make Smart Financial Decisions & Provide For Their Family

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Washington, DC – U.S. Reps. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) and Chellie Pingree (D-ME 1), members of the House Agriculture Committee, today announced the introduction of the Organic Dairy Data Collection Act. This bipartisan bill supports organic dairy farmers in Upstate New York by enhancing data collection at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), allowing the…

Reps. Molinaro, Langworthy Announce Over $2.75 Million in Federal Funding for the Waverly School District

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Binghamton, NY – U.S. Reps. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) and Nick Langworthy (NY-23) today announced a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Grant for the Waverly Central School District in the amount of $2,750,113. This grant is intended for the operation of the Chemung Center for Innovation, including purchasing new equipment like Aquaculture supplies,…

American Flood Coalition Recognizes Representative Marc Molinaro as a Federal Champion for Bipartisan Solutions on Flood Mitigation

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Washington, DC — U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today was recognized by the American Flood Coalition (AFC) as a Federal Champion. AFC Federal Champions recognizes members of Congress on both sides of the aisle who are dedicated to advancing solutions to stronger storms, more frequent flooding, and higher seas. Rep. Molinaro said, “100-year…

Reps. Molinaro & Ryan Press for Changes to U.S. Farm Bill that Will Benefit Local Farmers

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STONE RIDGE (Ulster County) — Demonstrating bipartisan support for Hudson Valley farmers, U.S. Reps. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) and Pat Ryan (D-NY-18) announced their joint commitment today to ensure the pending federal Farm Bill will meet the needs of hard-working local farms that supply fresh food to residents of the region and New York City and drive a thriving…

Following Molinaro Push, USDA Unlocks Federal Resources for NY-19 Farmers to Recover from Frost Conditions

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Binghamton, NY – Following a push led by U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) and other New York Members of Congress, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced an agricultural disaster designation for all eleven counties in New York’s 19th Congressional District and 20 other counties in New York. The designation is in response to freeze and frost during the month of…

Rep. Molinaro Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Lower Food Costs By Strengthening the Supply Chain

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today introduced the Food Supply Chain Capacity and Resiliency Act, a bipartisan bill that will lower food costs by strengthening the supply chain. Rep. Molinaro introduced this bipartisan bill with U.S. Reps. Ro Khanna (D-CA-17), Shontel Brown (D-OH-11), and Max Miller (R-OH-7). The pandemic exposed vulnerabilities across the entire…