113th Congress

Meng Sends Letter Opposing Proposed Homeless Shelter in Glendale
December 12, 2013
Press Release
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) today reaffirmed her opposition to the planned homeless shelter in Glendale, Queens.
In a letter prepared for today's city hearing on the plan, Meng reiterated that the Cooper Avenue site, presently a vacant factory, is an inappropriate location for such a facility.
U.S. Reps Attempt to Quash Caller ID Scam Known as "Spoofing"
December 6, 2013
Press Release
Practice widely used by scammers and unscrupulous telemarketers
 
U.S. Reps. Grace Meng (D-NY), Joe Barton (R-TX) and Leonard Lance (R-NJ) introduced legislation today that would reduce the number of fraudulent phone calls and texts that millions of Americans constantly receive.
Rep. Grace Meng Issued the Following Statement on the Death of Nelson Mandela
December 5, 2013
Press Release
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) this evening issued the following statement on the death of Nelson Mandela:
"It is with great sadness that I learn about the death of Nelson Mandela.
Nelson Mandela is a hero for delivering freedom to millions of South Africans. But his greatest legacy will be what he did next. With great moral courage, he chose reconciliation over reprisal, forgiveness over spite and love over hate.
Meng Calls on Postal Service to Restore Deteriorating Appearance of Flushing Post Office
December 5, 2013
Press Release
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) today called on the United States Postal Service (USPS) to restore the exterior of the Flushing Post Office, most of which has fallen into a state of disrepair.
In a letter to Frank Calabrese, Manager of the USPS's Triboro District, Meng called the neglect of the iconic building unacceptable, and urged that the front of the historic facility be expeditiously repaired.
"The paint is peeling. The steps are filthy and stained. Garbage litters the front. The doors are dull and tarnished," wrote Meng.
Meng Blasts SEC for Not Requiring Corporations to Disclose Political Spending to Shareholders
December 4, 2013
Press Release
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) today blasted the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for removing a plan from its rulemaking agenda that would have required corporations to disclose their political spending to shareholders. Meng is the sponsor of legislation, the Corporate Politics Transparency Act (H.R. 2214), that would accomplish the same goal.
"The SEC's decision is extremely disappointing," said Meng. "The agency had a prime opportunity to address a problem caused by the Citizens United case.
Meng Resumes Regular Activities After Robbery
November 20, 2013
Press Release

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) announced today that she has resumed regular activities after being robbed last night near Capitol Hill.

Meng was walking towards her Washington apartment after having dinner at a D.C. restaurant when she was struck in the back of the head near Sixth Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. As she fell to the ground, the perpetrator took her handbag, then fled on foot.

Typhoon Haiyan Relief Information
November 19, 2013
Press Release

For information on Typhoon Haiyan and how to get involved in recovery and relief efforts refer to the links below:

https://www.state.gov/p/eap/ci/rp/typhoon/index.htm

https://www.cidi.org/disaster-responses/super-typhoon-haiyanyolanda/#.UoviKOKFfpt

Meng Expresses Condolences Over Death of Former Cypriot President Glafcos Clerides
November 18, 2013
Press Release
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), a member of the Congressional Hellenic Caucus, today expressed her sadness over the death of former Cypriot President Glafcos Clerides.
"Glafcos Clerides was a highly respected statesman and a tireless peacemaker who dedicated so much of his life towards the reunification of Cyprus," said Meng, who also serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Meng Among Bipartisan Representatives Urging Senate Vote on Iran Sanctions
November 14, 2013
Press Release
63 Bipartisan House Members seek Iran sanctions vote in Senate Democrats and Republicans urge Senate leaders to tighten sanctions against the Islamic Republic
After Calling for its Formation, Reps. Meng and Israel, Sens. Schumer and Gillibrand Commend Creation of Airplane Noise Community Roundtable
November 14, 2013
Press Release

Washington, D.C.— Today, Reps. Grace Meng (D-NY) and Steve Israel (D-NY) and Sens. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) announced that their work to form an airplane noise community roundtable has paid off with the announcement by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo that he has directed the Port Authority to form this roundtable and conduct noise studies.