May 09, 2012

Slaughter Says Reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank is Great News for Local Manufacturers like Harris RF

Slaughter Brought Export-Import Bank Chairman to Rochester in March to Meet with Hundreds of Employers

"In Rochester, we know that the Export-Import Bank is a federal resource that helps us create jobs here at home. The extension of Ex-Im Bank is good news for us and no one can speak to that better than my friends at Harris RF."

May 04, 2012

Slaughter Announces Almost $500,000 for Rochester Primary Care Network

Community Health Center in Livingston County to Receive Needed Improvements

May 01, 2012

Slaughter Introduces Trade Legislation to Protect Rochester Area Jobs

Legislation Would Lower Costs for New York Manufacturer

April 25, 2012

Protecting Yourself Against Fraud

From telemarketing scams to stealing personal information over the internet, there are many ways that your money and identity can be stolen. While the Federal Trade Commission is in charge of fighting these scams, as a Member of Congress, I can share valuable information with you to help you from becoming a victim of fraud. Please use these resources, and always think twice before sharing your personal information.

Below is a list of top ten ways to protect against fraud (courtesy of the Federal Trade Commission).  You can also use one the links below to learn more about specific scams that are commonly used by criminals.

If you think you have been a victim of fraud, you can file a complaint by click here.

If you'd like to register on the Do Not Call Registry, click here.

More information about specific types of fraud

Identity Theft & Telemarketing

Credit & Loan Offers

Charities & Fundraising Fraud

Buying Club Memberships

Government Grant Scams

Medical Discount Plans

Reloading Scams

Robocalls

Sweepstakes & Lotteries

Travel Scams

Work-at-Home & Business ...

April 23, 2012

Preventing an Increase in the Cost of Student Loans

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A college education is key to success in today's economy, but for many students, the spiraling costs of higher education are creating an immense barrier. Making matters worse, unless Congress acts before the end of June, interest rates on federally subsidized education loans for millions of college students will double.

In 2007, I was proud to vote for the College Cost Reduction and Access Act- a bill that reduced the fixed rate on Stafford student loans for undergraduate students from 6.8 percent to 3.4 percent over a four-year period. This change eased the burden on thousands of students and their families. However, this bill is about to expire, and now absent Congressional action, on July 1 more than 7 million undergraduate students will see these interest rates double.

At a time of historic low interest rates for everything from houses to cars, students will be forced to pay as much as $5,000 more to obtain a college degree. Outstanding student debt in the United States has surpassed $1 trillion, and if Congress allows interest rates to double, this debt problem will only worsen.

I don't think that's right. I am a cosponsor of H.R. 3826, legislation that would prevent Stafford student loan rates from doubling on July 1, ...

April 16, 2012

Do You Have Expired Prescription Drugs?

Dispose of them safely and securely at dozens of locations throughout the 28th District, on Saturday, April 28th.

Find a location near you by clicking here, or referring to the charts below.  

Visit any of these locations between 10 am- 2 pm on Saturday April 28th, and simply drop off your unwanted prescription drugs.  Local representatives will then safely dispose of them, ensuring that they will not pose a threat to public health.

January 12, 2012

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January 6, 2012

WNY Ports Are Vital to Jobs