Nick LaLota

Interstate Ferry Fairness Act

This bill would establish federal standards and requirements for ferry services that operate across state lines, likely aiming to create more consistent safety, pricing, or operational rules for passengers traveling between states. The legislation would affect ferry operators, commuters who rely on interstate ferry routes, and potentially state transportation agencies that oversee these services. By setting uniform federal guidelines, the bill intends to prevent states from creating conflicting regulations that could burden ferry companies or disadvantage certain routes.

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic", and for other purposes.

This bill would officially name the Veterans Affairs clinic in Riverhead, New York after Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn, honoring his military service. The change is primarily ceremonial and would help recognize the veteran's contributions while making the facility easier to identify by his name rather than just its location.

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center located in Northport, New York, as the Navy (SEAL) Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy VA Medical Center, and for other purposes.

This bill would officially rename the Veterans Affairs medical center in Northport, New York after Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, honoring the decorated officer who was killed in combat in Afghanistan in 2005. The renamed facility would serve veterans receiving medical care at that location. The bill is a commemorative measure recognizing Murphy's military service and sacrifice.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 47 Echo Avenue in Miller Place, New York, as the "Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 47 Echo Avenue in Miller Place, New York, as the "Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building".

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 240 Main Street in Northport, New York, as the "Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 240 Main Street in Northport, New York, as the "Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building".

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 170 Main Street in Westhampton Beach, New York, as the "Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 170 Main Street in Westhampton Beach, New York, as the "Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building".

Advancing Quality U.S. Aquaculture Act

The bill would establish federal rules and support for fish and shellfish farming in U.S. waters, aiming to expand the domestic aquaculture industry while addressing environmental and regulatory concerns. It would likely affect fish farmers, seafood companies, and coastal communities by streamlining permits, providing funding or incentives for sustainable farming practices, and potentially creating new jobs in the aquaculture sector. The proposal is currently being reviewed by two congressional committees to determine which parts fall under their respective areas of responsibility.

Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the execution-style murders of United States citizens Ylli, Agron, and Mehmet Bytyqi in the Republic of Serbia in July 1999.

This resolution expresses Congress's official position that three U.S. citizens named Ylli, Agron, and Mehmet Bytyqi were murdered in execution-style killings in Serbia in July 1999, and calls for acknowledgment and accountability regarding these deaths. The measure is primarily symbolic, intended to put Congress on record about these historical killings and potentially pressure the Serbian government or international bodies to address what happened to these individuals. It does not create new laws or direct government action, but rather serves as a formal statement of congressional concern about these deaths.

DOE and SBA Research Act

DOE and SBA Research Act This bill requires the Department of Energy and the Small Business Administration to enter into an agreement to collaborate on research and development activities. These activities must include, as appropriate, small businesses. The agencies must report on any collaborative research achievements and potential opportunities to expand the technical capabilities of the agencies.

Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act

Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act This bill permanently extends authorization for the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, which provides supportive services to very low-income veterans (and their families) occupying or transitioning to permanent housing.

PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program Act

PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish the PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program to make grants to eligible entities for peer-to-peer mental health programs for veterans. Eligible entities include (1) a nonprofit organization that has historically served the mental health needs of veterans; (2) a congressionally chartered veteran service organization; or (3) a state, local, or tribal veteran service agency, director, or commissioner. The VA shall establish an advisory committee to create appropriate program standards.

9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

9/11 Memorial and Museum Act This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to award to the nonprofit organization that operates the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York, New York, a one-time grant to be used solely for the purposes of the operation, security, and maintenance of the memorial and museum. As a condition of receiving the grant, the organization must provide for free admission to all facilities and museums associated with the memorial and museum for active and retired members of the Armed Forces, individuals who were registered first responders to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and family members of victims of such attacks; provide for dedicated free admission hours for the general public at least once a week; and allow for annual federal audits of its financial statements.

Service-Disabled Veteran Opportunities in Small Business Act

Service-Disabled Veteran Opportunities in Small Business Act This bill requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide employees at any federal agency that has not met the goal of awarding at least 3% of its prime contracts and subcontracts to small businesses owned by service-disabled veterans with training to increase the number of such contracts awarded. For each fiscal year, the SBA must report a list of each agency that did not meet the contracting goal and the number of trainings the SBA provided.