119th Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) announced that the FY 2026 appropriations minibus package includes full funding for 9/11 health care through the program's lifetime, ensuring certainty of continued care for 9/11 responders and survivors.

WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Laura Gillen (D-NY-04) and Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA-23), members of the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology, introduced the bipartisan Advancing Regional Quantum Hubs Act. This bill will strengthen Long Island and our nation’s quantum computing hubs, enhance our national security and position the United States as a global leader in quantum computing, AI and technological innovation.

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) and Congressman Tracey Mann (KS-01), members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, introduced the Military Air Traffic Control Transition Actand advanced the bill through the Committee. This bipartisan bill aims to address the shortage of air traffic controllers by making it easier for skilled military controllers to join the civilian workforce, ensuring safer skies and a stronger, more reliable air traffic system.

HEMPSTEAD, NY — Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) hosted a press conference alongside Village of Hempstead Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr., Trustee Tanya Carter and local resident Mary Purdie to announce $1,092,000 in federal funding secured for critical upgrades to the Village’s water treatment system.

WASHINGTON, D.C.  -  Today, Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) released the following statement after the bipartisan funding package for Fiscal Year 2026 passed in Congress, which includes more than $3.2 million she secured for community projects in Nassau County. “I’m proud to have fought for and secured these critical federal investments to bring much-needed resources home to Nassau County,” said Congresswoman Gillen. “These funds will support upgrades to our water infrastructure, helping communities access cleaner drinking water and provide law enforcement with the tools and technology they need to better serve and protect our communities.”

HEMPSTEAD, NY — In case you missed it, the Long Island Herald published an op-ed by Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) outlining her efforts to lower costs and make life more affordable for Long Island families. In the op-ed, Gillen details her bipartisan efforts to lower the cost of living for Long Islanders, including health care, utilities and other essential expenses.