Maloney Celebrates Senate Committee Clearance of Never Again Education Act
Yesterday, U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens) released a statement after the United States Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged the Never Again Education Act for a Senate vote.
The Never Again Education Act, of which Maloney is a sponsor, would expand the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum’s educational programming to teachers nationwide. It passed in the house on Jan. 27 with a vote of 393-5.
““Thanks to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, we are one step closer to making the Never Again Education Act law,” said Maloney. “I’m glad that the Senate has made the Never Again Education Act a priority, and I look forward to its passage. We must ensure that educators have the tools they need to teach our nation’s children about the horrors of the Holocaust and the consequences of hate and intolerance.”
Nadler Comments on Murder of Ahmaud Arbery
Yesterday, U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-Manhattan, Brooklyn) released a statement on the murder of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia.
On Feb. 23, Arbery, 25 was going out for a jog when Gregory McMichael, 64, and his son Travis, 34, chased him down and shot him. Neither Gregory nor Travis have been arrested since the shooting.
“Over the last few days, through video footage, we have collectively witnessed yet another murder of an unarmed black man fueled by racism,” said Nadler. “The cell phone footage of the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery would appear to present clear probable cause for first degree murder charges. Justice for Ahmaud requires a full investigation of this crime, beginning with the arrest of all assailants. Given the local response, the Department of Justice must immediately investigate this incident.”
Cuomo Announces Extension of Eviction Moratorium
Governor Andrew Cuomo (D) announced that he would be extending the state’s moratorium on evictions during yesterday’s briefing.
Last March, Cuomo enacted a moratorium on evictions that was supposed to last through June. However, he has since extended it to Aug. 20, to reduce the pressure on families coping with the economic shutdown. He has also banned the imposition of late fees for missing payments during the moratorium.
“I hope it gives families a deep breath,” said Cuomo. “Nothing can happen until August 20, and then we’ll figure out, between now and August, what the situation is.”
Powers Applauds Cuomo for Allowing Security Deposits for Rent Payment
Council Member Keith Powers (D-Upper East Side, Carnegie Hill) released the following statement after Governor Andrew Cuomo (D) announced that he would be allowing tenants to use security deposits to cover rent payments.
“At the outset of this crisis, I joined with my colleagues in government to propose an idea to lessen the burden of rent payment: the use of security deposits to cover the cost. As the city and state weigh various options, this is a common-sense measure that provides immediate and direct relief to renters.
“I commend Governor Cuomo for allowing tenants statewide to use security deposits to cover the cost of rent, which will lessen the financial strain for scores of New Yorkers.”
Hoylman Announces “Make-a-Mask” Competition
Yesterday, State Senator Brad Hoylman (D-Chelsea, Midtown) announced the “Make-a-Mask” competition, an activity for kids (and kids at heart) in his district.
To enter the competition, New Yorkers can share pictures of their fashionable, stylish and CDC-compliant face coverings. They can either email the pictures to Hoylman directly (Hoylman@NYSenate.gov), or post them on social media with the hashtag #MakeAMaskNYC. At the end of the month, Hoylman will convene a panel of judges to pick the winners.
“New Yorkers have lived through decades of trends—but staying safe will never go out of style,” said Hoylman. “This will be a great chance to show off the fun and creative spirit that makes New York the greatest city in the world, and it will help keep us all protected from this dangerous virus.”
