The Serrano Report, Vol. X, #15

On Capitol Hill

Serrano Speaks against Funding Defense at Expense of Domestic Priorities

During a markup of the fiscal year 2014 Defense Appropriations bill, Congressman Serrano expressed his concern about the bill's efforts to circumvent the sequester and increase defense spending while cutting domestic spending to accomodate this change. He spoke about the importance of domestic funding to provide nutrition assistance to Americans in need and to help ensure all children have the opportunity to attend a good school. He argued that the committee was taking too narrow a view of national security and should not fund the Department of Defense at the expense of these other important programs.

To see video of Serrano's remarks, please click the image above

In the Bronx

Serranos March in Puerto Rican Day Parade

On Sunday, Congressman Serrano, along with State Senator José M. Serrano, joined community residents and leaders for the 56th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade along 5th Avenue. "I am so glad to join the community as we celebrate the many contributions Puerto Ricans have made to our communities, to our city and our nation," said Serrano. "As a Puerto Rican and a New Yorker, I am always proud to participate in the parade. Over the years it is always such a joy to see so many people out joining in the celebration and enjoying the day."

The Serranos at the Puerto Rican Day Parade

Grant

Early Head Start Grant

Deadline: Aug 19, 2013

The Administration for Children and Families is now soliciting applications from public or private non-profit organizations, including community-based and faith-based organizations, and for-profit agencies within the community that wish to compete for funds that are available to provide Early Head Start services to infants, toddlers, and their families residing in Bronx County, NY. Funds in the amount of $1,296,543 annually will be available to provide Early Head Start program services to eligible infants, toddlers, and their families.

For more information, please visit the ACF website.

For more information about other federal grants please visit grants.gov.