January 12 Leg Act News
- TCDC Webmaster
- Jan 14
- 2 min read
Breakthroughs, Heartbreak, and What Comes Next
Looking at Congress
Bipartisan legislative progress: The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance subsidies, with 17 Republicans joining Democrats in defiance of GOP leaders. The Senate advanced a bipartisan war powers measure aimed at limiting President Trump’s ability to take military action in Venezuela without congressional approval (House ACA bill passes but faces obstacles in the Senate; Senate war powers measure advanced).
Setbacks and challenges: The House failed to override two vetoes by President Trump on other bipartisan bills, falling short of the two-thirds majority needed, and the broader bills (including ACA subsidy extension and war powers limits) face likely hurdles or vetoes as they move through Congress.
Heartbreak in the Heartland
The article recounts the killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE agents, highlighting video evidence that experts say shows serious misconduct and noting how the Republican administration quickly labeled her a troublemaker and domestic terrorist.
TCDC Membership
Tioga County Democratic Committee (TCDC) officers, elected members, and supporters are committed to advancing Democratic values and civic engagement. Members are registered Democrats who are elected or appointed, must regularly petition to remain on the ballot, actively participate in meetings and party work, and represent local election districts with voting privileges. Supporters are active Democrats who may attend meetings, serve on committees, and assist with most TCDC activities, but they do not vote or hold officer positions and are encouraged to help promote democracy and the Democratic Party.
Want to learn more? Attend a meeting, rally, or hosted event, or talk to a committee member.
Action Alerts
Legislative Action Committee meeting January 15 at 5:15, Colburn Library, Owego. Please attend if you would like to contribute your time and talent to the Leg Act News team! Contact Marita for more information.
Call Congressman Langworthy (202-225-3161) and be clear about your objections to the Republican Administration's actions in Venezuela. Inform Langworthy that you believe the President is acting illegally according to International law and that his actions are contrary to the Constitution.
Fund Health Care, Not Warfare! Call Senators Schumer (202-224-6542) and Gillibrand (202-224-4451) to demand an extension on the Affordable Care Act.
Run for Something! February 24 to the end of March is the petition period, so it is time to get your name on the ballot!
The NYS Board of Elections has a resource page to help you plan. Visit Running for Office | New York State Board of Elections.
Locally, we know there will be town justice positions; at the state level, NYS Assembly, Senate, and Governor; and federally, the NY23 Congressional seat.
The deadline to change party registration is February 14! If you are currently a registered Republican, Conservative, or are an unaffiliated voter, please consider registering as a Democrat.
If you can't run, volunteer! Carry petitions for candidates, make phone calls, host a meet and greet, or lend your talents to campaign committees. Every action helps get our candidates over the finish line!
