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Today, members of the New York State Independence Party announced at a press conference, their endorsement of Congressman Michael Grimm (R,C – Brooklyn / Staten Island) in his bid for re-election to the United States Congress. Rep. Grimm was joined by Mike Zumbluskas, Member of the State Executive Committee and Treasurer of the National Independence Party, and local elected officials.
“Today, we are proud to announce that Congressman Michael...
SILive.com reports:
A maritime school about to be shut on Long Island should be relocated to the Seaman's Institute at Snug Harbor, Rep. Michael Grimm said yesterday, saying the "maritime industry is at the heart of the economic vitality of our region."
The Global Maritime and Transportation School (GMATS), which has operated at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point for 17 years, is slated to close in July.
"Relocating its courses to...
Congressman Grimm's Op-Ed appeared in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle:
Two years ago, then-Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi famously told America that Congress had to pass President Obama’s health care law so that we could find out what’s in it. Well, now that we’ve had a chance to find out, it’s clear that this bill is full of policies and regulations that are hurting our small businesses and putting further strain on the budgets of American families...
Today, Congressman Michael Grimm (R,C-NY) received an endorsement from the Seafarers International Union (SIU) of North America, AFL-CIO for his re-election to the United States Congress.
Congressman Grimm said: “The maritime industry is one of the biggest economic drivers in New York City – providing well-paying jobs and contributing to our economy. I know how hard our local fisherman, mariners, and boatmen work which is why I remain committed...
Today, Congressman Michael Grimm (R,C-NY) joined the M.E.B.A. Atlantic Coast Vice President, Chris Guerra to formally accept the endorsement for his re-election in New York’s Thirteenth Congressional District.This is Rep. Grimm's third endorsement.
Congressman Grimm said: “I am extremely excited to receive the endorsement from the M.E.B.A. The Staten Island Ferry is truly an iconic symbol of our community and to receive the endorsement from the...
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WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Michael G. Grimm (R-Staten Island/Brooklyn) issued the following statement in response to the news that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has won the Israeli election: “I congratulate Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his election victory. Israel has always been our close ally, and Netanyahu has helped make our friendship even stronger. His leadership, conviction, and...
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Michael G. Grimm (R-Staten Island/Brooklyn) issued the following statement on his vote to avert the Fiscal Cliff and permanently extend middle class tax cuts:“Tonight’s vote was necessary to prevent a tax hike on the middle class, and I commend Speaker Boehner for his leadership in working with House republicans as Congress moved forward with this difficult vote. Making tax cuts permanent for 99% of Americans is a...
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Michael G. Grimm (R,C-SI/Brooklyn) issued the following statement in reaction to the detainment of fellow U.S. Marine Jon Hammar in Mexico. Hammar has been detained in a drug cartel-controlled Mexican prison since August 13th when he declared an antique shotgun at the Texas-Mexico border and was charged with possessing a gun used by the Mexican military - a felony punishable up to 15 years in prison. “Until U.S...
NEW YORK, NY – On the eve of a vote by the Metropolitan Transit Authority to increase fares Congressman Michael Grimm (R-C, Brooklyn, S.I.), State Senator Martin J. Golden (R,C,I - Brooklyn), and Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis (R,C- Brooklyn, S.I.) are again urging MTA Chairman Joseph Lhota and all board members, to oppose the plan to raise tolls on the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge at tomorrow's meeting.The plan would make the Verrazano...
WASHINGTON – To help families and businesses struggling to rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, U.S. Reps. Joseph Crowley (D-NY), Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Michael Grimm (R-NY), John Larson (D-CT), Frank LoBiondo (R-NJ), Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ), Charles B. Rangel (D-NY), Jon Runyan (R-NJ) and Chris Smith (R-NJ) today announced legislation to provide tax relief to the victims of the devastating storm that caused widespread destruction throughout...
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Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani -
Humane Society Legislative Fund -
International Association of Fire Fighters -
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers -
International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots -
International Union of Operating Engineers -
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades -
Laborers International Union of North America -
Marine Engineers Beneficial Association -
Move America Forward Freedom PAC -
National Association of Letter Carriers -
National Defense PAC -
National Federation of Independent Business -
National Postal Mail Handlers Union -
National Right to Life -
National Rural Letter Carriers Association -
National Vietnam & Gulf War Veterans Coalition -
New York City Building and Construction Trades Council -
New York State Fraternal Order of Police -
Recreational Fishing Alliance -
Seafarers International Union of North America - Brotherhood of the Sea -
Sheet Metal Workers International Association -
Staten Island Borough President James Molinaro -
Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Superior Officers Benevolent Association -
Uniformed Fire Officers Association -
Uniformed Firefighters Association -
United Association Union of Plumbers, Fitters, Welders and HVAC Service Techs -
United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America -
United States Chamber of Commerce -
United Transportation Union -
United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers
