on September 20, 2001, before a joint session of Congress, President Bush declared, and I quote, our war on terror begins with al Qaeda but it does not end there. It will not end until every terrorist group of global reach has been found…

As my colleague will attest to, the work done at Plum Island has been exemplary. Those in the scientific community, those in the maintenance field, those who work on Plum Island have done an outstanding job, and it has just come to my…

I agree wholeheartedly with all of the comments and associate myself to them of the gentleman from Connecticut. One of the things that is hard for other people to understand is that when you look at the cost of living on Long Island and…

Mr. Chairman, my congressional district lies just 45 miles from Ground Zero. My constituents were the first responders, opening up their emergency rooms, volunteering their rescue services to help mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters…

One of the things I saw that really lit the fire of passion in my heart on this issue and on this particular bill was when I saw the hope in the eyes of the senior citizens when they recognized for the first time ever they were going to…

The thing that we use together between the prescription drug benefit is the uncertainty our seniors have over the rhetoric that is coming out about their Social Security and are they going to lose it, are their benefits going to be taken…

on May 16 the 106th Rescue Wing of New York's Air National Guard completed their 292nd successful life-saving rescue. Based out of Gabreski Airport in West Hampton Beach on the East End of Long Island, the 106th Rescue Wing was called to…

Throughout history, young men and women in uniform have fought to protect America's freedoms and liberties. They have served our Nation during war and peace and have consistently illustrated their dedication to the United States of…

I rise today in honor of Suffolk County Police Officer Marlene Loos, who was recently named the Officer of the Month by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. Marlene Loos epitomizes the bravery of the men and women who…

today I rise to honor WALK Radio Station in my district on Long Island that is celebrating their 50th birthday this Saturday, April 19. WALK-FM invited the public to visit its new stations and studios on Colonial Drive in Patchogue on its…

On January 9, America lost a true American hero, Staff Sergeant Scott Germosen. After graduating from Centerreach High School in 1982, Scott answered the call to duty and enlisted in the Marine Corps. After serving our country, Scott and…

Mr. Speaker, in the wake of the September 11 attacks against our Nation, it is now important than ever to live each day with a sense of renewed spirit. It is for this reason that I stand before you today in support of my bill, H.R. 308…

On September 11, we awoke to one of the greatest tragedies that Americans have ever seen. We watched as airplanes were used as missiles and slammed into buildings. Another plane was dispatched to Washington to attack the mightiest fortress…

I rise today in support of a critical piece of legislation which seeks to attack the core foundation of terrorist organizations. The Financial Anti-Terrorism Act of 2001 provides law enforcement and financial oversight officials with…

About a week ago, when I saw what will forever be known as Ground Zero in New York, my heart ached. My heart ached for those who were afflicted with the pain and suffering, and for those who were going through the rubble and trying to find…

I rise as so many do here this evening to speak about the atrocities that have happened with a very heavy heart. In my district there are men and women who went to work yesterday morning to work at the World Trade Center, and they never…

I rise today to address a crucial issue to this country, an issue that many Members have taken to the floor to highlight, an issue that is incredibly important to not only my district but to the entire Nation. That issue is energy. America…

with Memorial Day only 12 days from today, veterans' graves are graced with our Nation's flag on Memorial Day in my district as is customary across our Nation since the end of the Civil War. However, too often these flags are removed…

I rise today proud to have supported the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Act of 2001. With an economy sputtering, the time is now for us to act proactively and implement a reasonable and fair tax relief package that will benefit our…