Press Releases
House passes legislation to place a moratorium on admitting Syrian and Iraqi refugees, requires top security officials to certify integrity of background checks
Washington, DC—November 19, 2015....Congressman Dan Donovan (NY-11) today voted in support of the American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act. The legislation freezes refugee admissions until the Obama Administration meets stringent security protocol conditions. In Congressional testimony in October, FBI Director Comey warned of vulnerabilities in the refugee screening process.
In the past month, ISIS has successfully slaughtered civilians on three continents, pledged to target America
Washington, DC—November 18, 2015....Congressman Dan Donovan (NY-11) today called for the United States to aggressively combat ISIS to counter the grave threat to innocent civilians across the free world.
Legislation would require Congressional approval before any new refugees admitted to US, direct Government Accountability Office to thoroughly audit existing screening processes
Washington, DC—November 17, 2015....Congressman Dan Donovan today backed legislation to halt entry of Syrian refugees into the United States while the federal government audits security and background check protocols.
School granted prestigious honor based on academic excellence
Staten Island, NY—November 16, 2015....Congressman Dan Donovan (NY-11) today joined faculty and students to celebrate PS 5’s outstanding achievement as a National Blue Ribbon school. PS 5 is one of only 7,000 American schools to receive the award over the past 32 years.
Electeds joined Joe Zadroga, law enforcement and construction unions, first responders to call for permanent Zadroga Act extension
“Today is about honoring those who sacrificed – their time or their mobility or their lives – to protect the rest of us. Their selfless service is an inspiration and example to all. It’s also about reflecting on our values – freedom, democracy, rule of law – which our veterans paid for with their sacrifice. Thank you to all who served, and to the families who support you.”
Mr. Joe Zadroga, Police Union Presidents, First Responders to Join Electeds in Calling for Permanent Extension
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Patrick Ryan (Donovan) (347) 215-4759
Kevin Fogarty (King) (202) 225-7896
John Quaglione (Golden) (917) 232-2966
Paul Marrone (Malliotakis) (718) 987-0197
Lt. Andrew Doyle disappeared over the Pacific in 1944; his two Purple Hearts were stolen from only surviving sibling in a burglary
Brooklyn, NY—November 8, 2015....Congressman Dan Donovan (NY-11) today joined Brigadier General William H. Graham at Fort Hamilton to present service medals to Ann Byrne. Ms. Byrne is the only surviving sibling of Lieutenant Andrew Doyle, who disappeared over the Pacific Ocean while flying a combat mission in 1944. After remaining in Ms. Byrne’s possession for decades, Lt.
“The President’s decision to reject the Keystone XL Pipeline is simply wrong. The project has bipartisan support because it would create jobs, lower energy prices, and reduce our dependence on foreign oil – and can be done without compromising the environment. The United States must take advantage of every opportunity to accomplish these objectives.
Transcript from Congressman Dan Donovan’s Zadroga Act Speech on the House Floor
November 4, 2015