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EXCLUSIVE: 9/11 ASPCA animal rescuer with cancer needs Congress to act

She was a miracle worker to dozens of lower Manhattan residents who fled their homes without their pets after the

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Rep. Peter King sees progress on Zadroga funds, but a ‘long way to go’

WASHINGTON — In a significant step forward for the renewal of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act, Republicans

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Tax on foreign insurers could pay for 9/11 health bill

WASHINGTON – Permanently renewing legislation to benefit Ground Zero first responders could be financed by closing a tax loophole, Democratic

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What Happens When Your Boss Ducks 9/11 Responders

WASHINGTON — This year, 9/11 responders have made scores of visits to lawmakers in hopes of getting a new, permanent

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EXCLUSIVE: Sen. Marco Rubio signs on to reauthorize Zadroga Act

WASHINGTON — Sen. Marco Rubio has signed on to back reauthorizing the Zadroga Act, making him the first top-tier Republican

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Backers Of New 9/11 Bill Link Effort To Paris Attacks

WASHINGTON — With reaction to the attacks in Paris as a backdrop, lawmakers and 9/11 responders made a new push

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Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America lead Veterans’ Organizations in support of Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Extension

WASHINGTON — Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) today announced their support for the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation

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First Responders Heading To DC To Rally For Permanent Extension Of Zadroga Act

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Hundreds of first responders are heading to Washington D.C. to rally for a permanent extension of

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Advocates of 9/11 first responders bill to rally in D.C. for extension

RANDALL’S ISLAND, Manhattan– Dozens of first responders will travel to Washington D.C. to fight for their benefits. Read More

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