WASHINGTON - This week, members of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus- comprised of 25 Republicans and 25 Democrats – were honored by the United States Chamber of Commerce, for their leadership and bipartisanship work with two awards, the Abraham Lincoln Leadership for America Award and the Jefferson-Hamilton Award for Bipartisanship. These new awards were created to recognize members of Congress who demonstrate the bipartisan leadership and constructive governing necessary to move our countr... Read more

CHEMUNG COUNTY, NY – Rep. Tom Reed is proud to announce $3.8 million in Federal Transit Administration funding through the CARES Act for Chemung County. The funding will be used to continue the C-Tran System throughout the COVID-19 crisis. “We care about making sure people have fair access to much needed transportation services during this time,” said Tom. “Maintaining our county transportation systems ensures people can continue to reach the locations and critical services they need. We will co... Read more

Today, Rep. Tom Reed shared the following statement regarding New York state’s decision to scale back its dangerous and onerous twice-a-week testing mandate for nursing homes. “While it’s disappointing it took many weeks, numerous emails, and multiple public outcries to convince Governor Cuomo he had no option but to reverse course, we’re glad to see a step in the right direction on this issue,” said Reed. “We’ll continue to collaborate with hospital networks, nursing home administrators, and ot... Read more

WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Tom Reed announced the winner of the 2020 Congressional High School Art Competition is Kyla James. Ms. James, a freshman at Romulus High School, created the drawing “Bjork” in colored pencils. “We care about the importance of arts for students, and this is just one way we encourage their creativity and imaginations,” said Tom. “Kyla is a very talented artist and we were glad she participated in this event this year." Kyla’s artwork will be on display in the United States... Read more

Today, Reps. Tom Reed (NY-23) and Scott Peters (CA-52) sent a letter to HHS Secretary Azar requesting the department specifically distribute a portion of the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund (PHSSEF) to the clinical laboratories that are expanding the nation’s testing capacity. The full letter can be found here. “We understand the significant investments many clinical labs have made to step up during this crisis and increase access to COVID testing despite serious economic hardsh... Read more

Today, Rep. Tom Reed called on Governor Cuomo to give New York’s local governments access to the funds Congress had appropriated for them in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. While the legislation was passed on March 27th, New York’s local governments have yet to receive critical aid for essential line items like expanded COVID testing, childcare support, community development, and education funding. The letter was signed by more than 70 elected officials. “New York... Read more

Today, Reps. Tom Reed (NY-23) and Scott Peters (CA-52) sent a letter to HHS Secretary Azar requesting the department specifically distribute a portion of the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund (PHSSEF) to the clinical laboratories that are expanding the nation’s testing capacity. The full letter can be found here. “We understand the significant investments many clinical labs have made to step up during this crisis and increase access to COVID testing despite serious economic hardsh... Read more

Today, Rep. Tom Reed called on Governor Cuomo to give New York’s local governments access to the funds Congress had appropriated for them in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. While the legislation was passed on March 27th, New York’s local governments have yet to receive critical aid for essential line items like expanded COVID testing, childcare support, community development, and education funding. The letter was signed by more than 70 elected officials. “New York... Read more

WASHINGTON— Yesterday, the United States Senate unanimously passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, authored by Problem Solvers Caucus Member, Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN). The bill is now on its way to President Trump’s desk, and if signed, will provide urgent reforms to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a critical source of aid for small businesses during the Coronavirus epidemic. The bill, also led in the House by Problem Solver, Rep. Fred Upton (R-MI), was endorsed by the C... Read more

Rep. Tom Reed issued the following statement: We stand with all those who want to move our country forward in a positive manner and address the issue of racism in this country head-on. This includes the thousands of peaceful protestors calling for justice, the incredible law enforcement officers who are empathetically engaging with the community, and local leaders. We stand with you all. We are here for you and ready to work with you on ways to increase dialogue, support community policing, and ... Read more