Press Releases

WASHINGTON, DC – Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Grace Meng (NY-06), and Joe Morelle (NY-25) the three New York members of the powerful House Appropriations Committee—which funds federal agencies and programs—announced today the start of a new cycle for state and local governments and non-profits to receive direct federal funding through the Appropriations process. They have also created guidance to help New York nonprofits and government entities navigate the Community Project Funding process in Congress.

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) spoke on the U.S. House floor to honor the remarkable contributions of women of New York's 13th congressional district and in communities around the nation.

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Dear Friends and Community Partners,

The season for appropriations and community projects funding is right around the corner. I have spoken with many of you during our previous cycles and some have been in direct receipt of the support offered through this process.

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) announced the Appointment of Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) as Senior Whip for the 118th Congress.

“I am honored to be appointed to serve as Senior Whip by Whip Katherine Clark. Thank you to Whip Clark for putting your faith and trust in me to serve the American people in this prestigious role,” said Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13)

NEW YORK, NY – Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Dominican Republic in New York, led a delegation of Dominican officials from the international, state and city sectors to ring the opening bell at the NASDAQ MarketSite in New York Times Square in honor of Dominican Heritage Month and Dominican Independence Day.

NEW YORK, NY – Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) reintroduced the “Federal Death Penalty Abolition Act of 2023,” to continue his efforts to oppose the death penalty at the federal level amid the heavy racial bias against those on death row, along with the fact that death sentences are disproportionately

NEW YORK, NY – In honor of Dominican Heritage Month, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) released the following statement on the introduction of his resolution to reaffirm the relationship between the United States and the Dominican Republic:

“The United States and the Dominican Republic share extensive economic, security, and cultural ties and a mutual commitment to the promotion of internationally recognized human rights, democratic values, and the rule of law,” said Rep. Espaillat.

NEW YORK, NY – Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) will host his annual Black History Month program on Wednesday, February 15th at 8:30 a.m. at the Forum at Columbia University located at 601 West 125th Street New York, NY 10027.

During the event, Rep. Espaillat will honor Harlem luminaries and recognize African American leaders from New York’s 13th congressional district for their commitment and dedication to the community.

Special guests and 2023 honorees to be announced soon!