Political Quotes

“Today I rise to address my first 100 days in Congress. As freshmen Members of Congress, we arrive in D.C. with a ``Mr. Smith Goes to Washington'' mentality. As you walk through these Halls for the first time, you realize that you are now a part of history. Like any new kid on the block, there is a learning curve. Although my learning curve might be slightly different compared to others, what I can say is that mistakes will be made, lessons learned, but speaking as a freshman, try to give yourself a grace period and learn to grow. Despite everything, I have learned and grown over the past 100 days in Congress. If only I could figure out how to navigate the Rayburn building. In 100 days, little did I know that I would introduce 11 bills of my own, be a cosponsor of 63 bills, and see three of those cosponsored bills pass in the House. Each of us, both Republicans and Democrats, are here because we individually believe that we can improve not just our congressional districts but our country. We may not always agree, but like any freshman Member, I am learning to find some common ground. One thing that is financially hurting not just my constituents, but all New Yorkers are the State and local taxes, also known as SALT. The first bill I introduced is H.R. 1260, the SALT Relief Act. The State of New York's top marginal individual income tax rate is 10.9 percent, making it the third highest top marginal income tax rate in the country after California and Hawaii.…”