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Molinaro Applauds Broome County Sheriff on New “Blue Envelope Program” to Improve Interactions Between Police and Individuals and Families with Autism

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Dickinson, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today applauded Sheriff Fred Akshar for announcing a new program at the Broome County Sheriff’s Office that aims to create a safer, more understanding environment for interactions between law enforcement and individuals and families with autism. Joined by Congressman Marc Molinaro and representatives from Alive With…

Molinaro Passes 7th Standalone Bill With Bipartisan Support

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today announced his Think DIFFERENTLY About Education Act has passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. Since coming to Congress, Rep. Molinaro has passed seven standalone bills, 57 bipartisan measures, and has had 12 measures signed into law. He was ranked the second most…

Rep. Molinaro To Host Think DIFFERENTLY Field Day With Binghamton Rumble Ponies

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Binghamton, NY – Immediately following Springbrook’s Miles for a Mission 5K, U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) will host a Think DIFFERENTLY Field Day on Saturday, September 28 from 10:30am to 12:00pm at Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton. Since taking office, Rep. Molinaro has hosted three successful Think DIFFERENTLY field days for individuals with…

Bipartisan Molinaro Bill Headed To Floor, Will Create Website To Help Individuals with Disabilities Access Support Services

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today announced his Think DIFFERENTLY Database Act has passed out of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and will advance to the House Floor. Rep. Molinaro has passed 54 bipartisan measures with six being standalone bills and has had 12 measures signed into law. He was ranked…

Molinaro Helps Showcase Art From Disability Community With Think DIFFERENTLY Exhibit At LUMA Festival In Binghamton

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Binghamton, NY – This weekend, U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) partnered with disability service providers including Springbrook, ACHIEVE, Community Options, and Help Celebrate Abilities (HCA) to showcase a Think DIFFERENTLY exhibit with their artwork at the LUMA Projections Arts Festival in Binghamton.  The LUMA Projections Arts Festival is an…

August Action: Rep. Molinaro To Host Second Annual Think DIFFERENTLY Field Day In Columbia County

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Leeds, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today announced he will host a Think DIFFERENTLY Field Day on Tuesday, August 20 from 10:00am to 12:00pm in Hudson as part of his August Action Plan. Last year, Rep. Molinaro hosted two successful Think DIFFERENTLY field days for individuals with disabilities. Participants must pre-register. To register,…

Rep. Molinaro Calls For Federal Action To Reverse Gov. Hochul’s Cuts To Disability & Senior Support Services

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today called on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to intervene and reverse Governor Hochul's cuts to vital disability and senior services in New York State through the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). Rep. Molinaro has led the…

Responding To Constituent Concern, Rep. Molinaro Introduces Bipartisan Bill Making Federal Buildings Accessible For Individuals With Disabilities

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Binghamton, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) and U.S. Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV-1) today introduced the Think DIFFERENTLY About Building Accessibility Act to make federal buildings fully accessible for individuals with disabilities. Rep. Molinaro introduced this bill after a constituent from Tompkins County contacted him about accessibility barriers at…

Molinaro's Bill Supporting Employees & Entrepreneurs With Disabilities Passes House With Bipartisan Support

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) today announced the Think DIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. He introduced this bill alongside U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas (D-NH-1). This is Rep. Molinaro's 40th bipartisan measure to pass the House. He has 11 bipartisan measures signed…

Molinaro Calls Out Hochul For Gutting Disability Services In NY

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Binghamton, NY – U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today demanded Governor Kathy Hochul rescind her decision to gut disability services in New York State through the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). Rep. Molinaro has been a staunch supporter of the program and has fought against plans to gut it. CDPAP allows individuals with disabilities…