The program that provides health care for 9/11 heroes and survivors is finally getting the cash it desperately needs. The US Senate is set next week to fill a $3 billion funding shortfall that’s threatened coverage for roughly 140,000 people enrolled in the program — with 10,000 added last year alone, after the House passed the measure Thursday. More.
Massive spending bill fills $3 billion hole to support World Trade Center health fund
Nadler Celebrates World Trade Center Health Program Funding
Yesterday, the House of Representatives voted for the FY 2026 appropriations minibus package, which includes full funding for 9/11 health care through the program's lifetime, ensuring certainty of continued care for 9/11 responders and survivors. More.
Sacramento: Survivors of Violence Demand More Resources for Prevention and Support
Survivors of violence, community activists, and lawmakers from across California joined forces at a press conference at the State Capitol on Jan. 13. More.
As Winter Storm Fern approaches, CARE shares winter weather safety tips for moms and caregivers
A major, widespread winter storm, Winter Storm Fern, is set to begin Friday, January 23, 2025, and last into early next week. Extreme winter weather is expected to affect approximately 230 million people across the United States, nearly two-thirds of the nation’s population. More.
Winter Storm Preparedness & Extreme Cold Information from the Emergency Management Office
Visit the Trumbull Office of Emergency Management section for important Winter Storm Preparedness Information and Resources. The Emergency Management Extreme Heat or Cold page provides information on local Warming Centers, and links to sites with helpful tips, information, and resources to help you stay safe in the extreme cold this winter. More.
Lawler Joins NY Congressional Delegation to Lead Effort to Secure Lifetime Funding for World Trade Center Health Program
Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) joined Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02) and members of the New York delegation in announcing that the FY 2026 appropriations minibus package includes full funding for 9/11 health care through the program's lifetime, ensuring certainty of continued care for 9/11 responders and survivors. More.
Garbarino and NY Congressional Delegation Lead Effort to Secure Lifetime Funding for World Trade Center Health Program
Today, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02) announced that the FY 2026 appropriations minibus package includes full funding for 9/11 health care through the program's lifetime, ensuring certainty of continued care for 9/11 responders and survivors. More.
9/11 first responders healthcare secured through 2040 by NY lawmakers
Months after Trump axed legislation to fully fund the World Trade Center Health Program, New York Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressperson Nicole Malliotakis among other elected officials secured money for 9/11 first responders through 2040. More.