Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 8873, the Recover COVID Unemployment Fraud in Banks Act. I thank Chairman Smith, and I want to especially thank my colleague Representative Van Duyne for sponsoring this bipartisan, commonsense bill that will help root out fraud, protect vulnerable Americans, and help return stolen funds to the States who were robbed. We have to remember that COVID was a really terrifying period for our country. Everyone was vulnerable, and hardworking Americans lost their jobs, homes, and loved ones overnight.
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Tom Suozzi
Representative · New York · Democrat
Tom Suozzi
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, I am so happy to be joining with my colleagues in the spirit of bipartisanship to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Long Island Association. It has been a long journey, where over 100 years, a few name changes, under different leadership, and over a transition from farmland to suburbia to one of the densest, most productive regions in the Nation, the Long Island Association has brought together the best minds in business, labor, education, government, and the not-for-profit community to lay out a vision to move our community forward.
Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 5347, the Health Care Efficiency Through Flexibility Act, which was introduced by two of my good friends, the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Buchanan) and the gentleman from California (Mr. Panetta). Mr. Speaker, this is a commonsense, bipartisan bill to improve care for Medicare patients while reducing burdens on healthcare providers. The bill does this by expanding quality reporting options for accountable care organizations.
Biography
Tom Suozzi, a former mayor and county executive, brought his experience in local government to Congress when he was elected to represent New York’s 3rd District in 2016. Suozzi has focused on property tax relief, environmental protection, and improving infrastructure, consistently advocating for issues affecting suburban communities. He played a key role in securing federal funding to address water contamination on Long Island and served as vice-chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus. Suozzi is known for his pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach, striving to deliver tangible results for his constituents.
Education
- J.D., Fordham Law School1989
- B.S. in Accounting, Boston College 1984
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2017–PresentRepresented New York's 3rd congressional district for 5 terms.
Mayor, City of Glen Cove
1994–2002Nassau County Executive
2002–10Certified Public Accountant
Attorney
Policy Focus
Taxation36%
International Affairs10%
Health5%
Social Welfare5%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Tom Suozzi's record in Congress.
State and Local Tax Deduction Advocacy
Led efforts to restore the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap for New Yorkers in federal tax policy.
Gun Safety Legislation
Co-sponsored and supported bipartisan gun safety bills, including background check enhancements and red flag laws.
Long Island Sound Restoration
Secured federal funding for environmental cleanup and preservation of the Long Island Sound.
9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
Voted to reauthorize and fully fund the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund for first responders and survivors.
Committee Assignments
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- House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party
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