Press Releases
Jun 7, 2012
Food Hubs in Western New York Will Help Local Farmers
Representative Kathy Hochul (NY-26) sent a letter to New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today, urging him to locate food hubs in the 26th District.
Jun 6, 2012
Western New York Farmers Eligible for Disaster Relief Funds
Representative Kathy Hochul (NY-26) released the following statement following the USDA’s declaration of disaster designations in New York:
Jun 4, 2012
Veteran Assisted by Rep. Hochul In Securing Life-Saving Surgery Interviewed For Veterans History Project
Today, Representative Kathy Hochul (NY -26) interviewed Vietnam Veteran Robert Lewis for the Veterans History Project.
Jun 1, 2012
Marking First Year in Office, Hochul Continues to Fight for the People of Western New York
Issues: Education, Energy and Environment, Fiscal Responsibility, Health Care, Housing, Jobs and Economy, Local Issues, National Security, Seniors, Veterans
Today marked Representative Kathy Hochul’s (NY-26) first year representing New York’s 26th District. Since being sworn in June 1, 2011, Rep. Hochul has established a record of being an independent voice for Western New York and fighting for her constituents.
Jun 1, 2012
Thruway Toll Hike of 45% for Truckers Blasted by Hochul
Representative Kathy Hochul (NY-26) sent a letter to New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo expressing her opposition to a proposed 45 percent increase in tolls for trucks on the New York State Thruway.
Jun 1, 2012
June Satellite Office Hours Announced By Hochul
Issues: Local Issues
Congresswoman Kathy Hochul today announced six locations where her staff will hold office hours in the month of June.
May 31, 2012
Construction Funding for Simulator Facility at Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station Approved by House in Late Night Vote
The House of Representatives voted on the Military Construction Appropriations bill and approved $6.1 million for construction of a C-130 flight simulator facility at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.
May 30, 2012
As Energy Prices Fluctuate, Rep. Hochul Unveils Comprehensive Energy Plan
Today, Representative Kathy Hochul (NY-26), joined by local business leaders affected by high energy costs, discussed how fluctuations in oil prices are stifling economic growth in Western New York.
May 30, 2012
Schumer, Gillibrand, Slaughter, Higgins and Hochul Say Decision to Close Canadian Consulate in Buffalo Is a Mistake and Would Be Sharply Felt By Citizens & Businesses on Both Sides of the Border; Reps Strongly Urge Canadian Government to Reverse Course
Today, in light of news that the Canadian government will close its Consulate in Buffalo, the Western New York Congressional delegation wrote to Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper strongly urging him to reverse course.
May 30, 2012
Amendment Offered By Hochul To Enhance Border Security Passes House, Improves Efficiency And Coordination At Northern Border
The House of Representatives unanimously passed the Secure Border Act, which contained an amendment added by Rep. Hochul (NY-26) in the House Committee on Homeland Security last September
