113th Congress

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113

Fed confirms to Maloney that pending legislation would allow tailoring of capital standards for insurance companies

WASHINGTON – In a response to a question from Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY) during a hearing of the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, Federal Reserve General Counsel Scott Alvarez confirmed for the first time that the Insurance Capital Standards Clarification Act of 2014 (S. 2270) would allow the Federal Reserve to tailor capital standards for insurance companies. The Senate unanimously approved S. 2270 on June 3, 2014. Maloney is a cosponsor of the House companion, HR 4510.

Statement from Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY) at Jewish Community Relations Council of NY Rally in support of Operation Protective Edge

Today we’re sending a message that Israel has our support as it defends itself and its people. Over the last few days, hundreds of missiles have fallen within Israel. Hamas is a terrorist organization – and they’re living up to that description – Israelis are literally living in terror. The targets aren’t military – they’re civilians. Schools, homes, day care centers, gas stations.

Maloney statement in response to construction accident at Asphalt Green

NEW YORK – Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY) today released the following statement in response to the construction accident at Asphalt Green “When it comes to construction, safety should be paramount. I am horrified to learn that a drill bit crashed through a fourth floor window at Asphalt Green showering at least one person with glass. I fully support the decision by the city to stop construction on the MTS project following today’s incident and it needs to stay shut down pending a full investigation and until safety at the work site can be examined and improved. The drill bit could just as easily have caused greater damage within the facility or flown onto an Asphalt Green field filled with children at play. This ill-conceived project should not be taking chances with our safety.”

Maloney statement on NY congressional delegation meeting with MTA Chairman

NEW YORK – Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12) today released the following statement after a meeting of the New York congressional delegation with MTA Chairman/CEO Tom Prendergast. “The outcome of this meeting was clear: the New York delegation strongly believes that the MTA and labor must return to the bargaining table to resolve the present impasse. With no realistic prospect for congressional action, both parties must work around the clock to secure a final deal that can avoid a strike. Mr. Prendergast says the parties are close to a deal. I hope that’s true, because the clock is ticking. “A strike would be devastating for the residents of not just Long Island, but the economy of New York City as well. As the Representative for one of New York’s strongest business districts, I’m concerned that people wouldn’t be able to get to work, other forms of transportation into the city would become stressed, and the employers I represent would be severely impacted. Our hotels should be filled with tourists visiting the world’s greatest city - not commuters.”

Maloney condemns murder of three kidnapped Israeli teens

NEW YORK – Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney today released the following statement regarding the murder of z"l Naftali Fraenkel, Gilad Shaar and Eyal Yifrah: “Today we all join Israelis in mourning the deaths of Naftali Fraenkel, Gilad Shaar and Eyal Yifrah. Their deaths are a terrible reminder of the savage cruelty of terrorism. While we all hoped and prayed for their safe return, their deaths underscore the urgency with which we long for peace. Once again parents will return home without their sons; once again hope is replaced with sorrow; and once again a nation must mourn the senseless deaths of young men cut down too soon. I condemn the actions of the murderers in the strongest possible terms, and I am appalled by those who have celebrated their kidnapping and death.”

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