Maurice Hinchey
I'm the U.S. Rep. for New York's 22nd Congressional District, which spans eight counties from the Hudson Valley to the Finger Lakes region. Now serving in my 9th term, I'm on the Appropriations, Natural Resources, & Joint Economic Committees.
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Country:
United States

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Office:
House
State:
New York
District:
22
Party:
Democratic Party
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Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I have formally submitted comments to the NYS DEC in response to the agency's draft findings for how horizontal drilling and high-volume hydraulic fracturing to obtain natural gas in the Marcellus Shale would impact the environment and affect the quality of life for state residents. Click below to read a press release about it as well as my full comments.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Formally Submits Comments on NYS DEC'
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Hinchey Formally Submits Comments on NYS DEC'sDraft Environmental Impact Statement forNatural Gas Drilling Activities in New York
December 23, 2009 at 7:41am
Rick Gardner
Rick Gardner
I feel we should drill and mine it until there is nothing left!!!!
Sat at 6:34am
D.j.
D.j.
I'm just glad Hinchey is worrying about the environment in his own state for a change (rather than, say, UTAH).

Mr. Hinchey can do-or try to do-whatever he wants in New York, At least his actions will directly affect the people that elected him. And if those people that elected him, don't like what he is doing-or trying to do-they can vote him out of office. As opposed to when he is sponsoring bills that affect people on the other side of the country (like, say, UTAH), the people of Utah-whom his legislation will directly affect-have no power to vote him out of office if they don't like what he is doing-trying to do (and the majority of the state doesn't like what he is trying to do).

I'm speaking, of course, about the so called "red rock bill", which will turn 9.5 Millions acres of Utah public land to "wilderness". ... See More

Mr. Hinchey, stay out of Utah...And to all of Mr. Hinchey's constituents, I call on you to demand that he do so. It's not fair to you, and it certainly isn't fair to Utah.
Sat at 1:26pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey We're continuing to make the Hudson Valley a leader in solar energy research and development...

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Announces Final Congressional Approva
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Hinchey Announces Final Congressional Approval of $2.8 Millionfor TSEC Partners to Continue Developmentof Solar and LED Technology for Defense Dept.
December 21, 2009 at 9:47am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey There is a very good article in today's Albany Times Union about the bill I recently introduced that initiates a study to see whether the Hudson River Valley should become a unit of the National Park Service. Click on the link below to read it...

Park plan embraces Hudson Valley -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY
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Congressman pursues national park status for 182-mile stretch of river
December 21, 2009 at 6:42am
David Radovanovic
David Radovanovic
Congressman Hinchey Praises Public Access Circa 2001

In 2001, Saugerties’ hometown congressman Maurice Hinchey promoted Cantine Mill property as an opportunity for Saugerties’ citizens to take advantage of the magnificent views of historic Cantine Dam, which is in the heart of Saugerties’ Historic Business District.

Now, in 2009 congressman Hinchey dismisses requests for public access to the same Cantine Mill site stating its location as “…not even the best view of the falls.” Eight (8) years makes a big difference, especially when you are one of the Partition Street Project’s (Cantine Mill) present owners.... See More

We’re genuinely proud of our hometown congressman. He’s been a tireless advocate for Hudson Valley and its natural resources. Please help us convince Maurice that Saugerties is worth the extra effort to make the Partition Street Project better for Saugerties citizens and our business district. Saugerties Citizens for Smart Development Would you like to help? Call (845) 247-0909 or visit us online at www.PartitionStreetProject.com. We’re a local, Saugerties based community organization.

Full article at http://www.partitionstreetproject.com/congressman-hinchey-praises-public-access.html
December 21, 2009 at 10:06am
Will Isnady
Will Isnady
The Way to go!
December 21, 2009 at 10:41am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Armor Dynamics in Kingston will be receiving $1.6 million in funding to develop a new reactive armor system for the U.S. military.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Secures Final Congressional Approval
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Hinchey Secures Final Congressional Approval of $1.6 Millionfor Armor Dynamics in Kingston to Create Jobs & Expandits Development of State-of-the-Art Armor Equipmentto Protect U.S. Troops from Wide Array of Explosives
December 18, 2009 at 10:19am
Rick
Rick
Way to go, Elizabeth!
December 18, 2009 at 11:53am
Jason Johnson
Jason Johnson
I enjoy arts like anyone, but I can't believe that suggestion was posted. Where do you live to post the question "we all benefit from the military?"
December 18, 2009 at 1:32pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I've secured funds for the iconic Ritz Theater in Newburgh to complete it's first stage of renovations.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Secures Final Approval Of $400,000 To
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Washington, DC- Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) today announced that he's secured final approval of $400,000 to complete the first phase of renovations at the Ritz Theater, Newburgh's last remaining ...
December 18, 2009 at 9:06am
Rick
Rick
Your note should read "to complete its first stage..." "It's" is a contraction substituting for "it is." "Its" is the possessive. I'll let it go as everyone wants to leave DC for the holidays...LOL
December 18, 2009 at 11:44am
Rick
Rick
The only things I remember about Newburgh are a very big bridge over the Hudson and an even bigger prison, so congrats on creating jobs to restore a cultural icon.
December 18, 2009 at 11:46am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey The House has passed a bill to create and save jobs across the country.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Helps House Pass Bill To Create Jobs
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Washington, DC- In an effort to promote job growth and help provide relief to those looking for work, Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) this week helped the House pass the Jobs for Main Street Act. ...
December 18, 2009 at 7:23am
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
lets hope something works. My college educated kids, nieces, nephews and other immediate family members are jobless and without health insurance. This isn't a recession, its a depression!!
December 19, 2009 at 7:45am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Relief for local dairy farmers is on the way...

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Statement on Release of Emergency Aid
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Washington, DC- Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) today released the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture's announcement that it will soon begin to release $290 million ...
December 17, 2009 at 3:18pm
Joyce Carman Lovelace
Joyce Carman Lovelace
Are there provisions to get this money to struggling small farmers and keep it out of the hands of industrial CAFO's?
December 22, 2009 at 10:31am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey The 22nd district will be the recipient of more than $25 million dollars to be used for renewable energy initiatives, as well as new technology and supplies for our military.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Announces Final Congressional Approva
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Hinchey Announces Final Congressional Approval of More Than$25 Million for Local Renewable Energy & Defense Companies
December 17, 2009 at 12:32pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Here's an op-ed I wrote for The Huffington Post on my efforts to break up oversized banks and prevent them from operating as both commercial and investment banks. We can't afford the risk that these giant banks pose to our economy.

Rep. Maurice Hinchey: Bring Back the Glass-Steagall Act to Break Up the MegaBanks that Caused the Cr
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The financial system in this country has been rigged and my new bill to re-establish Glass-Steagall will help undo the circumstances that led to this most recent collapse while helping to prevent future ones.
December 17, 2009 at 7:37am
Christine Bogdanowicz
Christine Bogdanowicz
Nice work Maurice!
December 17, 2009 at 9:10am
Eva Klaess Barnett
Eva Klaess Barnett
Nice, Maurice!
December 17, 2009 at 11:35am
Charles Matula
Charles Matula
I am not in financial trouble yet, but am concerned about the power the banks have after (we the tax payer) bailed them out. This is not true capitalism, because they we not allowed to go under (thanks, that would have been terrible), but they are as bad as the Mafia. 30% interest rates. I paid my bill on a credit card in full last month, then a... See More get a $1 balance, because I didn't pay the balance in full for 2 months in a row. If I fail to pay the $1, then I get a $15 fee. I'm canceling that card, but this is how the banks which the tax payer, bailed out are treating the customers, the tax payers. And then I hear they are getting 40% bonus jumps. I will look very closly at all the laws that each Politician vows on, more than I have ever checked in the past. Please work for the people. We need bank reform (bank regulation at all levels, in support of the people), since we the people are backing them now and in the future, or no rules and we let them go under if they fail. We need more honesty and a value in the banking system. Should we go back to paying with cash only? That would stall the economy. The banks created a great country by supporting home ownership, under great governmental leadership. Will we have a great country in the future, will the people feel they are part of the country. Our military is the people, and without a strong country, the banks will be nothing.
Fri at 4:42pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey We were successful in getting a provision into the Defense Appropriations Bill that will keep thousands of jobs at various military installments from being privatized.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Secures Final Congressional Approval
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Hinchey Secures Final Congressional Approval to Block Privatizationof Thousands of Jobs at Military Installations Across U.S.
December 17, 2009 at 7:35am
Mark Cronin Ritter
Mark Cronin Ritter
Privitization is part of what's devastating the US economy. We don't need any more Halliburton or Blackwater businesses stealing from the taxpayer. Excellent work Representative Hinchey!
December 17, 2009 at 8:37am
Jessica
Jessica
Sponsor the bill that ends Don't Ask Just Beat up the Gays, Rape the Lesbians, and Replace them with Felons and Fascists
December 17, 2009 at 4:17pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey After many months of negotiations, we've successfully secured $100 million in funding for Lockheed Martin to continue working on technology for the new fleet of presidential helicopters.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Secures Final Congressional Approval
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Hinchey Secures Final Congressional Approval of$100 Million for Lockheed Martin to Continue DevelopingTechnology for New Presidential Helicopter Fleet
December 16, 2009 at 11:50am
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
take the profit out of healthcare
December 16, 2009 at 12:19pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I've introduced the Glass-Steagall Restoration Act to separate commerical and investment banks and provide our economy from experiencing another collapse.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey Introduces Bill To Reinstate Glass-St
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Washington, DC- In an effort to restore commonsense and important safeguards to the financial sector, Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) today introduced a bill that would reinstate the Banking Act ...
December 16, 2009 at 11:42am
Eva Klaess Barnett
Eva Klaess Barnett
Any chance it'll pass?
December 17, 2009 at 11:34am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Here is the video of my appearance on Bloomberg TV's Street Smart.

Dec 15, 2009 2:26pm
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December 15, 2009 at 2:26pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I will be appearing live on Bloomberg TV today at 3:23pm to discuss my ongoing efforts to reinstate the Glass-Steagall Act, which would separate investment banking from commercial banking. The bill I will soon introduce would break up oversized banks, restore consumer protections, and avoid future financial collapses ...like the one that began last year. We'll post video of the interview later today.

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December 15, 2009 at 11:12am
Jeanne VanBuren
Jeanne VanBuren
Way to go!!
December 15, 2009 at 2:31pm
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
regulation is absolutely necessary to curb the hemmorage.
December 16, 2009 at 5:45pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Endicott Interconnect CEO Jay McNamara joined me in Endicott today to announce two new federal contracts for EI that will save and create 65 jobs.

Congressman Maurice Hinchey (NY22) :: Press Release :: Hinchey, Endicott Interconnect Officials Anno
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Hinchey, Endicott Interconnect Officials AnnounceTwo New Major Federal Contracts that Will Retain andCreate Upwards of 65 Jobs in the Southern Tier
December 14, 2009 at 12:15pm
Jeanne VanBuren
Jeanne VanBuren
Excellent work!
December 14, 2009 at 1:40pm