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Hate Crimes Hotline Announced in New York
March 24, 2020
In The News
Hate Crimes Hotline Announced in New York

BY MORGAN MCKAY NEW YORK STATE

PUBLISHED 6:39 AM ET MAR. 24, 2020

New York officials on Monday announced it was launching a hotline number New Yorkers could call to report hate crimes and bias-based incidents.

Even during this pandemic, hate crimes are still a pervasive problem in New York.

How Cuomo, Once on Sidelines, Became the Politician of the Moment
March 24, 2020
In The News
How Cuomo, Once on Sidelines, Became the Politician of the Moment

By Jesse McKinley and Shane Goldmacher

ALBANY, N.Y. — Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo awoke before dawn on Tuesday, emerging after a few hours' sleep to board a helicopter to New York City for the coronavirus briefing that has become a daily ritual for him and for the millions of people now watching.

Meng Plans to Introduce Legislation to Provide Relief to Renters and Homeowners
March 24, 2020
Press Release
QUEENS, NY – Today, U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) announced that she plans to introduce legislation which would temporarily suspend all rent and mortgage payments for commercial and rental properties for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic.
Meng Issues Statement on Trump’s Tweet About Asian Americans and the Coronavirus
March 23, 2020
Press Release
QUEENS, NY – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) tonight issued the following statement on President Trump's tweet this evening about Asian Americans and the coronavirus.
"Are you kidding me?
Meng Seeks Personal Protective Equipment and Prescription Drug Refills to be Addressed in Congress’ Third Coronavirus Bill
March 22, 2020
Press Release
QUEENS, NY – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) announced today that she has called for Congress' third coronavirus relief package to address the serious shortages of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and the need to lift restrictions for prescription drug refills.
Small businesses impacted by coronavirus can now apply for SBA disaster loans
March 21, 2020
In The News
Small businesses impacted by coronavirus can now apply for SBA disaster loans

  • By Carlotta Mohamed

Small businesses in New York City that have suffered economic losses due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can now apply for disaster loans provided through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

Meng Leads NYC Delegation in Calling on Trump to Address Shortage of Protective Equipment and Medical Technology
March 20, 2020
Press Release
QUEENS, NY – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) this afternoon led a New York City Congressional delegation letter to President Trump calling on him to invoke the Defense Production Act to immediately address the shortage of personal protective equipment and medical technology.
New York Small Businesses Impacted By Coronavirus Can Now Apply for SBA Disaster Loans Due to Legislation Congresswoman Meng Helped Secure in First COVID-19 Relief Package
March 20, 2020
Press Release
QUEENS, NY – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, the panel responsible for funding all federal agencies and programs, announced today that New York small businesses that have suffered economic losses due to the coronavirus can now apply for disaster loans provided through the U.S.
Meng Urges Trump to Provide Immediate Relief to Nation’s Most Vulnerable Citizens in Fight Against Coronavirus
March 20, 2020
Press Release
QUEENS, NY – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) today urged President Trump to provide immediate relief to the nation's most vulnerable citizens as the U.S. works to combat the outbreak of the coronavirus.
Meng Calls for NYC Schools to Close to Help Fight Coronavirus
March 15, 2020
Press Release
QUEENS, NY – Today, U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) issued the following statement calling for New York City schools to close due to the coronavirus outbreak.
"In an effort to help combat the coronavirus, I have come to the conclusion that New York City must temporarily close its schools. The time has come for this to happen.