WASHINGTON - Chautauqua County’s representative in the House says he’ll be focusing on three major efforts during the current session that he says will protect taxpayers. Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning), who has a seat on the House Ways and … [Read more...]
Reed Proposes Law Allowing Property Owners Right to Sue Government for Lost Income
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) says New York residents who are not allowed to use their property for fracking purposes should be compensated by New York State. Earlier this week Reed announced a proposal he’s introduced in the House … [Read more...]
Reed, House of Representatives Approve Keystone XL Pipeline Legislation
WASHINGTON - Despite the likelihood of a presidential veto, the House of Representatives late last week passed a bill approving the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. The vote was 266-153, with more than two dozen Democrats joining nearly … [Read more...]
House Approves Save American Workers Act, Limiting Key Provision in Affordable Care Act
Congress made its first attempt to chip away at Obamacare on Thursday with the House approving a bill to cancel the law’s 30-hour workweek provision, though only a dozen Democrats showed support, meaning there will likely not be enough votes to … [Read more...]
Reed Cosponsors Amendment that Impacts Social Security Disability Insurance
WASHINGTON - Area congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) announced this week that he will be supporting legislation that he says will help to protect social security. Currently, social Security has two components, the disability insurance (SSDI) program … [Read more...]
Election 2014: Dems Win State-Wide Offices, GOP Sees Success in NY Senate and Across Region
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo will remain in office for four more years. That after voters across New York went to the polls on Tuesday to vote for the top office in New York State – along with several other statewide, regional and local … [Read more...]
Local Newspaper Endorse Reed, Buffalo News Provides No Endorsement in 23rd Congressional Race
JAMESTOWN - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) has picked up an endorsement from two local newspapers. Reed, who is running for reelection against Martha Robertson (D-Tompkins County) in the 23rd Congressional District, was endorsed this past weekend … [Read more...]
Meet the Candidates Forum Scheduled for Tuesday Night at Jackson Center
JAMESTOWN - Residents in southern Chautauqua County will get the opportunity to hear from several candidates in the 2014 election during an event Tuesday night in Jamestown. The Chautauqua County League of Women Voters is sponsoring its Meet the … [Read more...]
Reed: Local Governments Would Benefit from Municipal Bond Market Support Act
JAMESTOWN - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) paid a visit to Jamestown High School Friday to discuss his Municipal Bond Market Support Act. According to the Congressman, the proposed legislation would expand the availability of bank-qualified … [Read more...]
Robertson Campaign Raises $515,000 in Third Quarter
ITHACA - Wednesday was the deadline for candidates in the 2014 federal election to submit their third quarter fundraising statements to the Federal Election Commission. According to organizers from the Martha Robetson Campaign, the Tompkins County … [Read more...]
