What Andrew R. Garbarino said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Long Island Association as they celebrate their 100th anniversary. For the past century, the Long Island Association has been a driving force for economic growth across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the bill, the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act. As a Representative of Long Island and New York, I can say this is a deeply personal matter for me and the people I represent.”

“Mr. Speaker, as chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, I rise today in support of the rule providing for consideration of H.R. 7744. As America faces heightened threats on U.S. soil and abroad, DHS is in the midst of its second major shutdown in 6 months because of Democrats' political games.”

“Let's be honest about who is voting against funding for the Coast Guard, for TSA, and for these agencies. It is Republicans. Republicans voted against it last night, but we are going to ask Republicans once again: Will they vote to fund the Coast Guard, FEMA, and TSA?”

“Homeland Security of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report containing an audit of compliance with the requirements of sections 2 and 3.”

“Madam Speaker, I think I would be remiss if I did not mention the ranking member of the full committee and the ranking member of the subcommittee who worked so hard on getting this bill across the finish line.”

“Madam Speaker, I rise in support of my bill, H.R. 2096, the Protecting Our Nation's Capital Emergency Act. Washington, D.C., is facing a public safety crisis. Last month alone, 20 people were shot and killed in the District of Columbia.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituent, NYPD Detective Fabio L. Gonzalez of Babylon, New York on the occasion of his recognition with an Honorable Mention in the 2025 TOP COPS Awards from the National Association of Police Organizations.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituent, NYPD Sergeant Christopher E. Leap of Babylon, New York on the occasion of his recognition with an Honorable Mention in the 2025 TOP COPS Awards from the National Association of Police Organizations.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and remember the life of Norma Gonsalves, who passed away on February 4, 2025, at the age of 90. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Norma's legacy of service to her community is a testament to her lifelong passion for helping others.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. William ``Bill'' Ellis for his years of dedicated service to his community. In his long career in public service, Mr.”