Electoral History of the Conservative Party of New York State (U.S. House Results)

NUCOR ANNOUNCES LARGEST SINGLE GIFT TO GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Last night at With Honor Action's biennial dinner with the bipartisan veterans who serve in the For Country Caucus in Congress, Nucor Corporation, North America's largest steel producer, and the Nucor Charitable Foundation announced a donation of $2.5 million, which includes the steel to build the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Memorial. The Memorial will be located between the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the National Mall.

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  • The Memorial will be located between the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the National Mall.
  • More than 7,000 American service members have made the ultimate sacrifice and laid down their lives in the line of duty.
  • "The Foundation is humbled and honored to accept Nucor's generous contribution to the Memorial—the largest single gift in our organization's history," said GWOT Memorial Foundation President and CEO, Michael "Rod" Rodriguez, a retired Army Green Beret who served ten combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • "It is exciting to say that American-made Nucor steel will help embody the strength and resilience of the heroes who have served and sacrificed in the Global War on Terrorism.

30 U.S. Senators Applauded by Farm Groups for Opposing Marshall-Hinson EATS Act

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

To date, the EATS Act has dismal support in both Chambers with only 31 cosponsors in the U.S. House and 13 cosponsors in the Senate.

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  • To date, the EATS Act has dismal support in both Chambers with only 31 cosponsors in the U.S. House and 13 cosponsors in the Senate.
  • “The EATS Act would have a sweeping impact if passed—threatening countless state laws and opening the floodgates to unnecessary litigation.
  • In recent weeks, even Marshall declared on RFDTV : “We’re getting the heck beat out of us,” on the terrible EATS Act.
  • The ads encourage voters to contact their elected officials and ask them to vote no on any Farm Bill that contains the EATS Act.

More than 150 Members of Congress Applauded by Farm Groups for Standing Firmly Against Hinson-Marshall EATS Attack on Family Farmers

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Monday, August 21, 2023

In June, OCM and CMA launched a public campaign against EATS, a measure the groups deem an assault on states’ rights and a gift to Chinese pork conglomerates like Smithfield.

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  • In June, OCM and CMA launched a public campaign against EATS, a measure the groups deem an assault on states’ rights and a gift to Chinese pork conglomerates like Smithfield.
  • Last month, the groups rallied in Washington, D.C., to join in nearly 100 meetings on Capitol Hill , and spoke out against EATS at their annual conference in Kansas City, Missouri .
  • 4417, the Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act, or any similar legislation in the 2023 Farm Bill,” wrote the Members .
  • The ads encourage voters to contact their elected officials and ask them to vote no on any Farm Bill that contains the EATS Act.

Flight School Association Supports H.R. 3935 Amendment Helping Pilots

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) announced its full endorsement of the U.S. House FAA reauthorization bill amendment sponsored by Congressman Jay Obernolte of California’s 23rd Congressional District.

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  • The Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) announced its full endorsement of the U.S. House FAA reauthorization bill amendment sponsored by Congressman Jay Obernolte of California’s 23rd Congressional District.
  • 3935 addresses a major bottleneck in pilot training – scheduling a practical flight test.
  • The amendment calls for resources to reduce that to 14 days, allowing pilots to complete the final step in their training regimen without delay.
  • 3935 and this amendment, the association extends its appreciation to Congressman Obernolte for his significant efforts,” Rockmaker added.

CONGRESSIONAL SUPPORT GROWING FOR 340,000 UPS TEAMSTERS

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, a bipartisan group of members in the U.S. House and Senate sent letters to the Teamsters and UPS CEO Carol Tomé, committing to not intervene in the collective bargaining process and support rank-and-file UPS Teamsters fighting for an historic contract with the multibillion-dollar corporation.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, a bipartisan group of members in the U.S. House and Senate sent letters to the Teamsters and UPS CEO Carol Tomé, committing to not intervene in the collective bargaining process and support rank-and-file UPS Teamsters fighting for an historic contract with the multibillion-dollar corporation.
  • "This growing group of elected officials, including Democrats, Republicans, and Independents, has committed to have our members' backs if UPS fails us all by forcing workers out on strike August 1.
  • The Teamsters are reminding legislators how many UPS workers live and work in their jurisdictions, and we are demanding they do right by their constituents.
  • UPS Teamsters will remember who stood with us when this fight is over, when we have a strong new contract.

Higher Heights and the Center for American Women and Politics Release Black Women in American Politics 2023

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Higher Heights Leadership Fund and the Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP), a unit of the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University, released the latest version of the report, Black Women in American Politics 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Higher Heights Leadership Fund and the Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP), a unit of the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University , released the latest version of the report, Black Women in American Politics 2023.
  • For nearly a decade, Higher Heights and the Center for American Women and Politics have teamed up to report on the status of Black women in American politics.
  • Higher Heights and CAWP issued their first report on the status of Black women in American politics in June 2014.
  • Since then, 24 new Black women were elected to Congress, the number of Black women state legislators has risen by over 50%, Black women have made tremendous strides in representation as big-city mayors – with 15 Black women taking office as mayors in the top 100 most populous cities since mid-2014 – and a Black woman now serves as vice president.

U.S. Representatives Introduce Resolution to Commemorate Nov. 12 as National Warrior Call Day

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

MOUNT AIRY, Md., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wisc.) introduced a bipartisan resolution today to designate Nov. 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day."

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  • introduced a bipartisan resolution today to designate Nov. 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day."
  • The national day of action can reduce isolation, which is often a precursor to suicidal ideation among veterans.
  • "We thank these leaders in the U.S. House for pushing forward on National Warrior Call Day," added Larkin.
  • National Warrior Call Day is the Sunday after Veterans Day.

Internet for Growth Announces Small Business Advisory Council

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Internet for Growth, a nationwide coalition of small business owners and content creators who rely on digital advertising to create jobs and economic growth, has announced a new Advisory Council to guide coalition growth, member engagement, and outreach to press and policymakers about the importance of digital advertising to Main Street.

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  • "Internet for Growth does an important job highlighting the role digital advertising plays in supporting small businesses across the country," he said.
  • Six leading Internet for Growth members comprise the Advisory Council representing various regions of the country.
  • As a small business owner, personalized ads give me the flexibility and precision to reach my audience and drive growth."
  • Internet for Growth , an initiative of the Interactive Advertising Bureau, supports the transformative role the advertising-supported internet plays in empowering America's small businesses, helping entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life.

AMERICANS FOR FAIR TAXATION Announces Advisory Board

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Americans for Fair taxation is announcing a prestigious Advisory Board.

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  • Americans for Fair taxation is announcing a prestigious Advisory Board.
  • The members are:
    Mike Huckabee, board Chairman, Governor of Arkansas from 1996 to 2007 and presidential candidate in 2008 and 2016.
  • Mo Brooks, a retired U.S. House member who co-sponsored the FAIRtax during his tenure in the U.S. House.
  • Please go to Board of Advisors | FAIRtax | fairtax.org for more details on this distinguished group.

U.S. Senators Introduce Resolution to Commemorate Nov. 12, 2023, as National Warrior Call Day

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

have introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize the need for greater connection to military members and veterans by designating Nov. 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day."

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  • have introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize the need for greater connection to military members and veterans by designating Nov. 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day."
  • The duo led a similar resolution in 2022 that passed the upper chamber by unanimous consent.
  • The resolution this year is initially supported by 20 senators.
  • Warrior Call asks Americans to make a call to a veteran or servicemember and connect them with support if they need it.