Today, Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19) issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s announced funding freeze on all federal grants and loans:

 

“The OMB’s directive freezing federal funding is complete bullshit. Upstate New Yorkers work hard and pay our taxes – the least we should expect in return is a government that doesn’t screw us over just to give more handouts to billionaires and big corporations. I’m fighting back. If you’re impacted and need help, please contact my office.”

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Riley Introduces Legislation to Eliminate Taxes on Utility Bills

Today, Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19), alongside Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02), introduced the No Taxes on Utility Bills Act, bipartisan legislation to allow taxpayers to deduct taxes and state-mandated surcharges included on their gas and electric utility bills.

Riley Secures Major Wins for Upstate Communities in 2026 Farm Bill

Congressman Josh Riley announced a series of wins for Upstate New York farmers and rural communities after the House Agriculture Committee passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, sending the legislation to the full House of Representatives. During the committee’s markup of the Farm Bill, Riley secured a number of provisions focused on farm safety, supporting dairy and organic farmers, lowering costs, strengthening local food systems, and protecting American farmland.