Vaccines save lives.

Thanks to the #InflationReductionAct recommended vaccines like shingles, tetanus, Tdap, hepatitis A, & hepatitis B are now free for #Medicare Part D enrollees.

During #WorldImmunizationWeek let's recommit to expanding access to vaccinations for all.

New Rule Alert: Airlines are now required to promptly provide passengers with automatic cash refunds when owed.

Refunds cover:
✈️Canceled or significantly delayed flights
✈️Delayed luggage
✈️Extra services not provided, like Wi-Fi

In #Queens , small businesses are the backbone of our economy.

Queens Chamber of Commerce Small Business Legal Desk & America's SBDC at Queens College | The City University of New York provide resources that help small businesses grow. During #NationalSmallBusinessWeek I'm proud to support business owners & see entrepreneurs thrive!

Happy #AANHPI Heritage Month! As Vice Chair of CAPAC, I'm proud to uplift our community this month & every month.

I look forward to celebrating with you all in Queens & throughout the U.S.

The constitution requires a count of the 'whole number of persons in each state'.

A 'citizens only' census would exclude thousands of people & divert federal resources from areas that need them most.

This policy is reckless, cynical, & frankly illegal.
npr.org/2024/05/01/124…

🌼 If you're in need of support today, or any day, free and confidential help is available if you or someone you know needs support with mental health or use of substances.

🌸 Help yourself and share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

📢Local Business Owners:

Queens Chamber of Commerce Small Business Legal Desk will be available at my NE Queens office on Friday, May 3, 11am-2pm by appointment only.

Free, multilingual legal, accounting & HR support will be available to local small businesses & entrepreneurs.

Details⤵️

ICYMI: With Grace Meng, we led 160 of our colleagues in calling on JetBlue to commit to neutrality and respect its employees voices. Every worker has the right to join a union without interference, influence, or intimidation from their employer. forbes.com/sites/tedreed/…

High School Artists: Join my Congressional Art Competition!🎨

Students are encouraged to submit artwork for the chance to see it featured in the US Capitol for one year!

Submissions must be dropped off at my NE Queens office by Monday, May 6th. Questions? Call (718) 358-MENG.

#Queens residents, are you looking to renew or apply for your passport?

I'm hosting a passport event on Sunday, May 19, 9am-1pm, at the US Post Office in Flushing. Be sure to bring your necessary credentials. Questions? Call (718) 358-6364.

Details👇

As we approach New York's hot summer months, the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps families stay cool. Qualifying households can receive funding to purchase & install air conditioners & fans.

Applications are now open! Learn more & apply today👇
otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/

April is #NationalLibraryMonth ! Libraries in #Queens support our community far beyond research & reading. They provide residents of all ages with access to computers, hotspots & reliable internet access.

We are grateful for all hardworking librarians supporting digital literacy.

It was great to be out and about in the LeFrak City community meeting residents & chatting with constituents!

Need assistance with a federal agency like the VA, Social Security, IRS, USCIS, US Passport Agency, & more? My office is here to help. Give us a call at (718) 358-MENG.

Abortion is health care, and health care decisions should be made between patients & providers, NOT judges & politicians.

My Pro-Choice Caucus colleagues & I won't stop fighting to protect abortion access.

The gun violence epidemic impacts communities across the U.S. everyday & Queens is not immune.

Proud to present LIFE Camp, Inc. with the $800K in federal funding I secured to help its team to expand violence prevention programs to more kids & families in Queens.

From the basketball court to the boardroom, women are still earning less than their male counterparts for the same jobs.

That's why I support legislation like @RosaDeLauro’s Paycheck Fairness Act. Let’s require equal pay for equal work.

A college education should lead to a future full of opportunity, not a lifetime of debt.

This plan from POTUS will deliver long-overdue relief to millions of middle- and working-class Americans, benefitting not only borrowers, but the entire economy.
politico.com/news/2024/04/1…

Deeply saddened by the loss of my colleague, Rep. Donald Payne, Jr.

It's been an honor to serve alongside a genuine & dedicated public servant. He always took time to share a smile & a kind word even on the busiest days. My thoughts are with his loved ones, staff & constituents.

Today we mark the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide & honor the 1.5M innocent Armenians murdered. This solemn day takes on new meaning with Azerbaijan's aggression against Artsakh. We must stand by Armenia & hold Azerbaijan accountable.

It was an honor to welcome Greek Ambassador Ekaterini Nassika to Queens this week! Together we toured St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church & School and met with members of our Greek American community.

Our continued partnership will only strengthen the US-Hellenic relationship.