BINGHAMTON - U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19) today announced $32,230,000 in federal funding for community development projects in New York’s 19th Congressional District were included in the House’s Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations bills. Rep. Molinaro requested and advocated for these funds. Last year, Rep. Molinaro successfully secured $27.6 million in funding for community projects across Upstate New York through the 2024 appropriations bills.

Each year, the House Appropriations Committee collects community development project requests from Members of Congress for consideration in the upcoming appropriations bills. These requests direct funding to local government or non-profit entities to carry out specific projects that are eligible for federal support and benefit the local community.

The federal funding included in the House’s Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations bills would go toward projects that improve roadways and water infrastructure, help EMS agencies upgrade facilities, and makes public buildings and walkways ADA compliant. The funding bills must still pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.

Rep. Molinaro said, “After bringing millions of federal funds back to Upstate New York through the 2024 appropriations bills, I’m proud to have successfully fought for another $32 million for our communities. These funds will address water quality issues, support our first responders, improve infrastructure, and make our communities more accessible for individuals with disabilities. I’m continuing my fight to get these crucial funds across the finish line for Upstate New York families, first responders, and small businesses.”

Steven Gottlieb, Chairman of the Board of Rock Hill Fire Commissioners said, “The Rock Hill Fire District, Rock Hill Volunteer Fire Department, and the Rock Hill Community are thrilled to get the $3,375,000 funding allocated by the house appropriations committee toward our fire house additions project. Without the help from Congressman Marc Molinaro and his staff getting us this funding, it would have been a great tax burden on our community. Our 60+ year old fire station can finally be updated and get the much needed space for today’s fire equipment, training, and our community’s needs. We’d like to thank the Congressman and his staff for all they do and did to make this project possible.”

Chaim Friedman, Village Trustee of the Village of Bloomingburg said, “Congressman Molinaro is showing us that NY19 has not been forgotten and thanks to him, we are all well-represented. He has given NY-19 a renewed sense of hope for the future and I appreciate the funds he delivered to the Village of Bloomingburg. Saying ‘thank you’ does not fully capture the significance of Marc Molinaro’s contribution to our community.”  

Blaise Bojo, Hancock Fire Chief said, “The Hancock Fire Department is thankful for the efforts put forth by Congressman Marcus Molinaro and his staff. The anticipated $900,000 of funding allocated by the house appropriations committee towards the purchase of a new heavy rescue truck will significantly improve the response capabilities of the Hancock Fire Department which will ensure  strengthening public safety.” 

An edited list of the requests Rep. Molinaro made and brief descriptions of the projects can be found below:

$3.37 million for the Rock Hill Fire Station Project. The funding would be used to add 2 truck bays, enlarge 4 exiting truck bays, add a radio room, chief’s room, d-con room, engineer’s room and workshop, mechanical room, commissioner’s room, and ADA bathrooms and showers.

$2.25 million for the Village of Bloomingburg Wastewater Treatment Plant & Pump Station Upgrades. The funding would be used for the replacement of the existing equipment to address station clog and overflows.

$1.25 million for the Town of Rockland Water District Infrastructure Upgrades. The funding would be used for land acquisition of a new site and the purchase of a new water tower. 

$900K for the Hancock Fire Department New Heavy Rescue Truck. The funding would be used for a new heavy rescue truck.