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Katko Announces USCIS Change To Give CNY Hospitals Greater Flexibility In Meeting Region’s Evolving Needs During COVID-19 Pandemic

May 13, 2020 Contributor

Following advocacy by U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), today the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued new guidance enabling physicians holding H-1B visas to practice telemedicine, and providing local hospitals with the necessary flexibility to meet increased demand for medical treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

Katko: Congress Must Provide Relief To U.S. Postal Service

May 11, 2020 Contributor

Rep. Katko joined with members of New York’s Congressional Delegation to urge Congressional Leaders to provide emergency funding for the USPS in future COVID-19 relief packages. […]

Katko Announces Distribution Of $15.5 Million In CARES Act Funds For CNY Hospitals

May 8, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) announced $15.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for Auburn Community Hospital, Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, and Oswego Health. […]

Katko Announces USDA Change To Expand Nutrition Assistance For Working Families Impacted By COVID-19

May 7, 2020 Contributor

Following advocacy by U.S. Rep. John Katko (R, NY-24), this week the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved New York State’s request to operate a Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program. […]

Katko: Teachers, Schools Need Increased Resources To Maintain Special Education Programs During COVID-19 Pandemic

May 7, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) today led members of New York’s Congressional Delegation in requesting increased federal funding for special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). […]

Katko Calls For Funding To Ensure Frontline Providers Have Access To Mental Health Resources

May 6, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) called on Congressional Leaders to advance legislation to ensure frontline healthcare providers have access to mental health resources, particularly as they cope with the traumatic impact of treating COVID-19 patients. […]

Katko Pushes Relief For CNY Rural Communities

May 5, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) is pushing for relief for rural communities in Central New York amid the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

Katko, Brindisi Aim To Support Port Of Oswego

May 3, 2020 Contributor

Friday, May 1, U.S. Reps. John Katko (R, NY-24) and Anthony Brindisi (D, NY-22) urged Congressional Leaders to include measures in future COVID-19 response packages to provide necessary relief to the Port of Oswego and other ports across the country. […]

Katko Leads Bipartisan Effort To Support Local Governments In Upcoming COVID-19 Relief Package

May 2, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) today led a bipartisan effort, calling on Congress to address the financial strain local governments face by providing direct relief to localities in Central New York and across the nation in future COVID-19 relief packages. […]

Katko Announces Over $600,000 In CARES Act Funding To Go To SUNY Oswego, Onondaga Community College

May 2, 2020 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) announced over $600,000 in funds from the U.S. Department of Education will be provided to SUNY Oswego and Onondaga Community College. […]