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

Current Office

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

Maurice Hinchey

 
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Thanks for helping me reach 800 fans on Facebook! Please tell your friends and family members about my Facebook page and encourage them to become fans as well. I hope you enjoy reading these posts. I appreciate the feedback you give to me.

Yesterday at 11:22am
Anne Pyburn Craig
Anne Pyburn Craig
good to have ya amongst us
Yesterday at 6:59pm
Margaret Schadt
14 hours ago
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey 89 member of the House have joined me in asking Secretary Salazar to protect wilderness land in Utah while Congress continues to work on America's Red Rock Wilderness Act.

Source: www.house.gov
Hinchey Leads 89 House Members in Calling onInterior Secretary Salazar to Administratively ProtectWild Lands in Utah While Congress Continues to Work on Legislation
C.J. Whittaker
C.J. Whittaker
Thanks for your leadership on ARRWA!
Yesterday at 1:41pm
Jason Johnson
Jason Johnson
The theory seems noble, but as one who enjoys access to these areas by foot, by mt bike, by motorized vehicles, I have concerns that a broad, sweeping bill like this closes the door to a shared and responsible access by the broad public. Not just those able bodied citizens. I would much prefer both sides coming together as is occurring on state level in Utah.
22 hours ago
Bryson Tsujimoto
Bryson Tsujimoto
I really wish we could talk you into giving Utah a fair shake in this deal Maurice... Many of us that actually live where you are trying to pass your blind legislation are questioning your motives. Exactly how do you and your constituents benefit from this bill if it passes? Does SUWA really have to go all the way to New York now before they can find someone that will suport their ideas?
12 hours ago
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Here is a really good piece by Paul Bray from yesterday's Albany Times Union that talks about the bill I authored that would authorize a study on whether the Hudson River Valley should become a unit of the National Park Service.

Source: www.timesunion.com
Ken Burns' documentary, 'The National Parks: America's Best Idea', came as the National Park System approaches its centennial in 2016 and is transforming its role from saving natural wonders like Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon and Yosemite to becoming a presence throughout the nation.
Eva Klaess Barnett
Eva Klaess Barnett
It definitely should. Way to go!
Mon at 7:22am
Jim Lynch
Jim Lynch
My only experience with the Hudson is driving over the Tappanzee bridge (sorry if I've mangled the spelling). It looks like a spectacular river that should become familiar to more Americans. Properly done, National Park status could do that!
Mon at 7:33am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey We just passed a significant health care reform bill in the House. I was pleased to vote for this legislation. Click on the link below to read my full statement.

Source: www.house.gov
Washington, DC- Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) today released the following statement regarding House passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act. The congressman voted in favor ...
Will Isnady
Will Isnady
Congratulations, You are on the good side of Progress, Excelsior!
Sun at 10:03am
Anne
Anne
Thank you for voting in favor of the bill. It's not perfect, but it is progress.
Yesterday at 10:31am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey We just passed a bill in the House that extends unemployment benefits and extends and expands the homebuyers tax credit.

Source: www.house.gov
Hinchey Helps House Pass Bill to Extend Unemployment Insurance Benefits, Homebuyers’ Tax Credit,Business Tax Relief to Stimulate Local Economy
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
congrats, sir, you are the man. Some of your constituents might even be able to afford Christmas dinner this year.
November 6 at 12:15pm
Anne Pyburn Craig
Anne Pyburn Craig
it's amazing how many people are fighting hard to protect insurance companies that would never return the favor
November 6 at 12:21pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I've introduced a bill to authorize the National Park Service todetermine if the Hudson River Valley will benefit from the resources ofthe National Park Service. This study would be the first step topreserving this important land, attracting visitors, and increasing economic development in the area.

Source: www.house.gov
Hinchey Unveils Bill that Initiates Process forHudson River Valley to Obtain Official Recognition of the National Park Service
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
Would like to see this a reality and if the park service takes control lets get a grant to universally fit it so our disabled citizens could use it also.
November 3 at 8:17am
Eva Klaess Barnett
Eva Klaess Barnett
Thank you for protecting the Hudson!
November 5 at 9:09am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Yesterday, Congress passed the Small Business Financing and Investment Act, which will provide small businesses with better access to credit. This is an important step for economic recovery.

Source: www.house.gov
Washington, DC- Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) today helped the House pass a bill designed to create new jobs and stimulate economic growth by providing small businesses with access to the loans ...
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
did Hinchey vote for the strongest public option bill? How did this lack luster bill in the house get passed???
October 30 at 12:37pm
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
how about voting for HR 3200. Attach the Kucinish or Wiener bill to have REAL healthcare reform. Wish you would work as hard on this as other items!
October 31 at 7:21am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I've secured funding for Owego's historic muncipal building at 90 Temple St to be renovated and restored.

Source: www.house.gov
Washington, DC- Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) today secured final congressional approval of $150,000 for the renovation of Owego's historic municipal building located at 90 Temple Street. ...
Walter Baschnagel Jr
Walter Baschnagel Jr
More Government - pet project spending.. This shold not come from tax payers, but from voluntary contributions....
October 30 at 8:29am
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
Stay in Washington and get real healthcare reform passed. Single payer needs to be attached to this bill!
October 30 at 12:39pm
Christine Bogdanowicz
Christine Bogdanowicz
Good for you! I think this is a worthwhile project!
October 31 at 6:24am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Saugerties will soon have new wastewater lines. This will help create jobs and ensure long-term growth in the area.

Source: www.house.gov
Hinchey Secures Final Congressional Approval of $800,000for Village of Saugerties to Improve and Replace Wastewater Lines
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I helped pass a bill which includes a study by the EPA to discover the effect hydraulic fracturing has on drinking water.

Source: www.house.gov
Congress Gives Final Approval to Hinchey ProvisionUrging EPA to Conduct New Study onRisks Hydraulic Fracturing Poses to Drinking Water Supplies
Ann Cahill
Ann Cahill
Thank You Mo! Thats why you're there...on our behalf.
October 29 at 4:21pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Just did an interview with NPR on Afghanistan policy. It will probably air sometime between 4-6pm tomorrow during a segment on All Things Considered.

October 28 at 2:23pm
Margaret Schadt
Margaret Schadt
the senate health bill is a sham
October 29 at 5:58am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Here's the video of my appearance on MSNBC's Morning Meeting to discuss financial regulatory reform.

Video courtesy of MSNBC

Greg
Greg
oops. Ix-nay on the ickl-pay. That's the slippery slope of corruption. I will, however, cheer you on enthusiastically!
October 29 at 6:10am
Eva Klaess Barnett
November 5 at 9:12am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey Here is a shot of me getting ready to go on MSNBC. We should be able to post the video clip shortly.

Sandi Cassese
Sandi Cassese
We are all very proud of you. You represent us well.
October 28 at 4:59pm
Ian
Ian
any chance we're going to get our tax money back that was funneled through AIG to Goldman Sachs to help them get those bonuses? just curious since I'm betting our schools that are about to get more cuts would probably like to use that for, ya know, books and teachers. but if they need it for more yachts I understand.
October 28 at 7:19pm
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I'll be on MSNBC at 10:30 discussing financial regulatory reform, make sure to tune in.

October 28 at 7:03am
Lee Wolfe
Lee Wolfe
No one cares
October 28 at 8:27am
Walter Baschnagel Jr
Walter Baschnagel Jr
Margaret - MSNBC is left wing, FOX news, not counting the Glenn Beck or Hanity, is actually a very good (top rated) news show. They are the only network the broke the Acorn scandal.. No point in arguing.. Just look at the ratings... They kick CNN, ABC, and MSNBC's ass.. Yes Margaret...
October 28 at 9:57am
Maurice Hinchey

Maurice Hinchey I'm happy to report that the new water and sewer system is underway along King's Highway. This much-needed project will help to attract businesses and new residents to Ulster County.

Source: www.house.gov
Saugerties, NY - Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) and Saugerties officials today held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new water and sewer system line on a 3.2 mile section of Kings ...
Audrey Klinkenberg
Audrey Klinkenberg
Good news for Saugerties, and therefore the world.
October 27 at 5:47am
John Mallen
John Mallen
Very happy for Saugerties... next, please help to get health care fixed so that every American can have access to great health care without going broke or going without!
October 27 at 7:52am