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September 12, 2016

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) announced today that Fang Wong of Flushing, Queens – an Army veteran and former National Commander of the American Legion – has been appointed to the Advisory Committee on Minority Veterans. The panel, which consists of veterans who represent respective minority groups, provides the U.S.


August 29, 2016

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) this afternoon renewed her efforts to create a ZIP code for Glendale, Queens.


August 23, 2016

Today, the United States Postal Service announced that it will issue a commemorative Diwali stamp on October 5, 2016. Diwali is an ancient Hindu, Sikh, and Jain festival that is an official holiday in many South Asian countries.


August 23, 2016

This morning, U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) submitted a letter to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform requesting a hearing on the price increase of EpiPens sold by Mylan N.V.

EpiPens are autoinjectors used to inject epinephrine into individuals suffering anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction that could result in death.


August 18, 2016
Congresswoman sends letter to Jeh Johnson hours after Justice Department said it will stop using private prison facilities

August 14, 2016

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) today issued the following statement on yesterday’s killing of Imam Maulama Akonjee and his assistant Thara Uddin:


August 12, 2016

Today, U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens), joined by Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley (D-Queens), State Senator Joseph Addabbo (D-Queens) and Assemblywoman Margaret Markey (D-Queens), sent a letter to New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer urging him to reject the proposed homeless shelter in Maspeth, Queens.


August 5, 2016
Congress Members introduced the provision in response to concerns of insufficient heat at some New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) buildings

August 4, 2016
Congresswoman had asked Postal Service about the future of the facility after area residents expressed concern that the lease may not be renewed

July 26, 2016
Measures would create tax credit, ingredient labels for feminine hygiene items, and establish regulation requiring certain employers to provide free feminine hygiene products to employees