ICYMI: Rep. Gillen Delivers Millions in Federal Funding, Meets with Law Enforcement and Long Islanders Throughout August

GARDEN CITY, NY - This past month, Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) traveled across Nassau County to deliver millions in federal funding to communities, meet directly with Long Island residents, leaders and law enforcement and support local small businesses. Rep. Gillen continues to focus on bringing resources back home to Long Island.

"This past month, I was glad to visit and support our small businesses, patrol the streets with local law enforcement and hear directly from Long Islanders about their greatest concerns," said Rep. Gillen. "I was also proud to announce millions of dollars in new federal funding for Nassau County, including more than $1.5 million to invest in clean water, public safety and libraries, in addition to over $2 million to safeguard our houses of worship. I look forward to bringing my conversations back to Washington as I continue fighting to make life in Nassau County safer and more affordable."

Supporting Local Businesses and Entrepreneurs

Rep. Gillen toured Fresh Fizz Sodas in Island Park, meeting with owners Rebecca and Yoni Schwartz to discuss the business's operations and the significant role small businesses play in strengthening Long Island's economy. Following this visit, Rep. Gillen also stopped by Frippery in Long Beach to meet with the boutique owner Rachel Bernstein and share how she's supporting small businesses in Congress.

Rep. Gillen also visited and toured Soft Sips, a Black-owned small business in Baldwin, as part of National Black Business Month. Rep. Gillen met with owner Domonique Louis-Charles to hear about her journey of transforming her creativity into a thriving business and the important role Soft Sips plays in the Nassau County community.

Standing With First Responders on Long Island

Public safety remains a key concern and central focus for Rep. Gillen, who is a strong advocate for law enforcement in Nassau County. This month, she joined the Garden City, Floral Park and Rockville Centre Police Departments for patrol ride-alongs, observing each police department's work firsthand and discussing how she can further support and deliver resources to local law enforcement across New York's Fourth Congressional District.

Rep. Gillen, who also serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, visited the U.S. Coast Guard Station Jones Beach. She joined Coast Guardsmen on their patrol, heard about their work to keep our waterways safe and discussed healthcare access challenges for service members.

Delivering Millions in Community Project Funding

This month, Rep. Gillen announced over $1.5 million she secured to improve Nassau County's water, public safety and public libraries. Rep. Gillen delivered $1 million for Long Beach's water treatment system. She also delivered $250,000 in new federal funding to the Floral Park Fire Department for a new hook-and-ladder fire truck that will replace the current 30-year-old vehicle. Thirdly, Rep. Gillen delivered $250,000 in new federal Community Project Funding she secured to replace the roof and HVAC at Franklin Public Library.

Secured Millions in New Federal Funding to Local Houses of Worship

Watch Rep. Gillen's Announcement here.

Rep. Gillen announced over $2 million in new federal security funding for faith-based institutions that she secured through the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP). Her office worked directly with Nassau County congregations to apply for and secure these grants. The funding will help houses of worship protect their congregations with safety enhancements, such as physical barriers, security cameras and contracted security personnel.

Speaking with Long Islanders About Skyrocketing Healthcare Costs

Rep. Gillen hosted a roundtable at Harmony Health in Roosevelt to discuss the impact of rising healthcare costs with Long Islanders. She continues to fight in Congress to extend federal tax credits to lower health insurance costs and ensure every Long Island family has access to affordable healthcare. She will bring the stories she heard at the roundtable and throughout Nassau County with her back to Washington as she continues to fight for Long Islanders.

Bipartisanship Top Grades

This month, Rep. Gillen was ranked one of the most bipartisan members of Congress. She earned a 96.5 Bridge Score and an "A" grade in the latest Bridge Grades report. Bridge Grades evaluates every member of Congress using data measuring bipartisan collaboration. She continues to work across the aisle to deliver for Long Islanders and every bill she has introduced in Congress has earned bipartisan support.

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