Suffolk Reporter

Congressman Nick LaLota, representing New York’s 1st district since 2023, has shared recent legislative accomplishments and developments through a series of tweets. LaLota's posts cover various topics including his successful passing of a bill, his voting actions on another significant legislation, and updates on infrastructure improvements in his district.

On February 6, 2025, Congressman LaLota announced the passage of his first bill in the 119th Congress. The bipartisan legislation titled the "9/11 Memorial and Museum Act" provides financial support for security, operations, and maintenance of the Memorial & Museum. It also ensures free admission for First Responders, military members, and victims’ families. He expressed pride in this achievement via Twitter.

Later that day, on February 6, 2025, LaLota reported that he voted in favor of the HALT Fentanyl Act. He described this as a crucial measure to equip law enforcement with necessary tools to combat the fentanyl crisis. This bipartisan effort aims to crack down on traffickers and safeguard Suffolk County families. His support for this legislation was communicated through Twitter.

In a subsequent post on February 7, 2025, LaLota revealed that after weeks of negotiations with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACEHQ), they have committed to starting emergency dredging at Montauk Inlet by February 14. This development is seen as beneficial for local fishermen and businesses. The announcement was made via Twitter, where he expressed gratitude for the Army Corps' responsiveness.