Staten Island Reporter

Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) has announced the procurement of $2.2 million in federal funding for the New York Police Department (NYPD). The funds will be used to purchase personal protective equipment, belt-worn trauma kits, and replace outdated tasers.

"In honor of National Police Week, I'm pleased to announce that our office has secured an additional $2.2 million for the NYPD to upgrade the life-saving equipment needed to protect themselves and others while on the job," said Congresswoman Malliotakis. "This funding will allow the NYPD to purchase a newer model of tasers that have a proven track record of being a less-lethal enforcement option, and give them immediate access to trauma kits that provide pre-hospital treatment for a number of injuries."

Police Benevolent Association President Patrick Hendry voiced his appreciation for this move, stating "The challenges New York City police officers face have never been greater. We need support from leaders at every level of government, not just with words but with actions. We thank Congresswoman Malliotakis for taking action once again to help protect our members as we protect New York City."

Detectives’ Endowment Association President Paul DiGiacomo also praised Malliotakis' efforts, saying "Since the start of the dangerous ‘defund the police’ movement, Congresswoman Malliotakis has been fighting to ensure NYPD Detectives and their fellow Finest have the important resources they need."

Lieutenants Benevolent Association President Louis Turco acknowledged Malliotakis' consistent support towards law enforcement, especially NYPD. CEA President Monahan also expressed gratitude towards Congresswoman Malliotakis for securing these funds.

Malliotakis has so far secured over $9 million for NYPD's various needs including personal protective equipment, forensic equipment, patrol response vehicles, fixed plate reader systems, K-9 training and equipment, new tasers and belt-worn trauma kits. She has also condemned efforts to defund the police, voted to strengthen penalties for criminals who assault law enforcement and make it a deportable offense, and introduced legislation to hold District Attorneys accountable for declining to prosecute crime.