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Those who bravely served our country in the armed forces deserve all the benefits to which they are entitled. It is important to honor those who served our country and especially those who were disabled by their service. As the daughter, spouse, and sister of veterans, Rep. Maloney honors the millions of veterans who live across the country and in New York for their service and sacrifice.
Throughout her time in Congress, Rep. Maloney has fought to ensure that our returning heroes receive the care and services they deserve. After the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, she advocated for federal relief to re-open the Manhattan VA Hospital and $207 million to make improvements to improve its resiliency going forward.
Along with Sen. Schumer, she has introduced legislation to allow veterans in New York to use the VA Home Loan program to purchase co-ops
In the wake of management scandals at the VA, she supported comprehensive reform legislation to address the Administration’s shortcomings and improve accountability. Congress has an essential role to ensure that reforms are effective.
In New York, Congresswoman Maloney’s office has a dedicated staff member for veterans issues, and if you or someone you know has an issue with a VA claim or requires assistance, please visit this page for more information.
Legislation:
06/26/2013-H.R.2522, Fair Access to Co-ops for Veterans Act [113th Congress]
12/14/05 - H.R. 4537, Veterans Housing Fairness Act of 2005 [109th Congress]
05/01/03 - H.R.1935, Veterans Housing Fairness Act of 2003 [108th Congress]
05/10/01 - H.R.1808, Veterans Housing Fairness Act of 2001 [107th Congress]
02/02/00 - H.R.3571, Veterans Housing Fairness Act of 2000 [106th Congress]
02/21/95 - H.R.1006, Veterans Housing Fairness Act [103th Congress]
10/19/93 - H.R.3308, Legislation to provide veterans housing benefits [103rd Congress]
Documents/Reports:
03/18/2009 - Response from Secretary Shinseki regarding VA Co-op loans
02/12/2009 - Letter to Secretary Shinseki regarding VA Co-op loans
04/17/2007 - Letter to Secretary Nicholson regarding VA Co-op loans
11/07/07 - Letter on Successes Achieved for Veterans in the 110th Congress
11/18/05 -Rep. Maloney's Veterans Biography
11/18/05 -Veterans History Project
11/18/05 -Veterans Housing Fairness Act
10/26/05 -Letter To Secretary Nicholson Regarding Manhattan VA Hospital
10/25/05 -Report on Impact of Bush's Budget on Vets' Health Care In NY's 14th District
10/03/05 - Letter To Secretary Nicholson Regarding CARES
09/19/05 - Letter To Secretary Nicholson Regarding Manhattan VA Hospital
09/19/05 - Statement of Rep. Maloney on Manhattan VA Hospital
05/27/05 - Letter To Secretary Nicholson Regarding Manhattan VA Hospital
05/03/05 - Statement of Rep. Maloney on CARES
12/06/04 - Letter To Secretary Principi Regarding Manhattan VA Hospital
02/13/04 - Letter To Secretary Principi Regarding CARES
11/10/03 - Disabled Veterans Tax Report
09/15/03 - Letter To Secretary Principi Regarding Manhattan VA Hospital
06/27/03 - New York City Vets Final Budget
Links:
House Committee on Veterans' Affairs
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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NEW YORK -- Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12) today released the following statement in tribute to the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
“Today we honor all those Americans who lost their lives in service to country. They answered the call to duty and gave the last full measure of devotion. They put the security of our nation before their own personal safety. They went to war, so that future generations might enjoy peace. They died so that we might live."
New York, NY—Today U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn) saluted the contributions of America’s veterans and military families and noted important Congressional developments in 2013
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) and Senator Charles E. Schumer introduced the Fair Access to Co-Ops for Veterans Act, H.R. 2522, which would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to extend its Home Loan Guaranty Program to include housing cooperatives, a major form of housing in cities like New York, Washington, D.C., and Chicago.
New York, NY — On Monday, Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney (D-NY12) led a Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony Monday at Roosevelt Island’s Four Freedoms Park.
NEW YORK, NY – Today, Representative Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12) applauded the news that the 23rd Street Manhattan VA Hospital is fully operational after having suffered major flood damage during Superstorm Sandy. For the past seven months, the hospital has been restoring services and reopening departments gradually, but today the facility announced completion of the first phase of its plan to repair the damages and will be able to provide regular services to its patients. As part of the federal Sandy Relief package, the Manhattan VA will receive $207 million to repair and redesign the facility.
Long Island City, NY – On Monday, U.S Representative Carolyn Maloney (NY-12) joined LaGuardia Community College President Gail Mellow and Veterans Upward Bound Director Samuel Farrell at LaGuardia’s Annual Week to Honor Veterans Luncheon to present over $1.24 million in federal funds for the Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) Program. LaGuardia’s program, the only one of its kind in New York State, provides educational and professional development for veterans who are preparing for post-secondary education and employment translating their military training to jobs training.
Astoria, NY – U.S. Army veteran and Astoria resident Robert Song will be in the audience tomorrow night as President Obama delivers his 2012 State of the Union address. U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-Queens, Manhattan) invited Song, who served our country in Afghanistan, to attend the address to thank him for his service to our nation. Maloney joined a group of House members, led by Reps. Marcia Fudge of Ohio and Tim Walz of Minnesota, who invited veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars to this year’s address, as a show of Congress’s solidarity in support of our nation’s veterans.
New York, NY – U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-Manhattan, Queens) today expressed her gratitude to current and former members of America’s armed forces, and urged Congress to approve measures to help unemployed veterans, and those leaving the military, find jobs.