Press Releases
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) reintroduced legislation that would provide a dedicated stream of federal funding to strengthen resiliency of our nation’s public transportation systems.
WASHINGTON, DC -- Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Nydia Velázquez (NY-07) have introduced the Safe Return Act, in response to the ongoing crisis faced by United States citizens abroad and in response to those currently stranded in Israel and Gaza amid war.
“My office has been in constant communication with the group of 10 of my constituents who remain in Israel and who are sheltering at the Tel Aviv airport.
My team has been working diligently to get these individuals out, and through our efforts, we have been successful in assisting with the departures of a few members of the group. For the remaining 10 constituents who are still there, their flights have been confirmed to depart within the next few hours, and we are closely monitoring the situation to make sure there are no changes to the flight schedule.
There is an immediate urgency and need for them to depart as soon as possible to ensure their safe return.”
WASHINGTON, DC – The following resources are available through the Office of Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) to provide assistance to constituents or their loved ones who are currently in Israel. The situation in Israel remains dynamic; mortar and rocket fire may take place without warning. Individuals should follow the instructions of security and emergency response officials.
WASHINGTON, DC -- Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and members of the Latino Jewish Congressional Caucus issued the following statement earlier this week in response to the terrorist attacks on Israel.
“Today’s brutal attacks on Israel and Israeli citizens are nothing short of reprehensible. The world must unite to condemn Hamas and all egregious acts of terrorism. We stand united with Israel”
NEW YORK, NY – On Sunday, October 8th at 6:00 p.m. (ET), Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), in collaboration with Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York (JCRC-NY), and the American Jewish Committee (AJC), will hold a vigil for the victims of terror attacks in Israel at Bennett Park located at W 183rd St &, Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10033.
WHO: Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine
Jewish Community Relations Council of New York (JCRC-NY)
NEW YORK, NY -- Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement on the introduction of his bill, the Earned Benefits Equality and Family Reunification Act, which aims to create a pilot program that would allow Medicare beneficiaries to use their benefits overseas.
NEW YORK, NY -- Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement upon securing $1 million in community project funding for Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis), a comprehensive youth and educational program based in New York's 13th congressional district that aims to help young people develop a critical understanding of their history, identity and role in society.
WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) led a congressional letter to President Biden and key administration officials urging the United States to make a renewed pledge of financial support to the Green Climate Fund during the Fund’s ongoing “second replenishment” phase. The letter was sent in advance of the Green Climate Fund’s upcoming conference, which will take place in Bonn, Germany on October 5th.