Veterans

On H.R. 9237, His Rules Vote Kept Off the Floor the Amendment That Would Have Dropped the Veterans' Benefit Cuts

Why This Matters

The Take Care of America’s Veterans Act (H.R. 9237) is a large veterans package with real benefit expansions — and a pay-for …

State of the District — Q2 2026

Inaugural issue. This report documents conditions in NY-23 as of June 11, 2026, with emphasis on the second quarter, and sets Rep. Langworthy’s …

What DOGE Is Doing to Veteran Care in the Southern Tier

Why This Matters for NY-23

Bath VA Medical Center serves 33,000 veterans across seven counties. It’s the only nearby option for inpatient care …

VA Healthcare: Calling It a 'Staffing Problem' While Supporting Workforce Cuts

Why this matters in a rural district

Bath VA Medical Center isn’t just a hospital — it is the healthcare lifeline for 33,000 veterans spread …

Veterans Support: Pro-Veteran Rhetoric During Shutdown That Delayed Military Pay

Correction (June 16, 2026): An earlier version of this entry stated that Rep. Langworthy voted to cause the autumn 2025 shutdown. That was incorrect. …