New York — 1st District

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Lowering living costs and expanding SALT

Gallant focuses on reducing housing, energy, and grocery costs on Long Island through targeted federal investments and anti-price-gouging enforcement. He advocates expanding the SALT deduction, relieving student loan debt burdens, and supporting working families with expanded Child Tax Credits.

• Expand SALT deductions so Long Island homeowners can keep more of their earnings.
• Crack down on price gouging in groceries, fuel, and housing-related essentials.
• Support transit-oriented housing development near LIRR stations while protecting suburban neighborhoods.
• Refinance high-interest federal student loans, expand income-based repayment, and protect Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Expand Child Tax Credits and childcare affordability programs.

“Tackle affordability, from housing to groceries to energy, so Long Island families can build stable, secure lives without being priced out of the communities they love.”

“Fight to expand SALT deductions so Long Island homeowners can keep more of what they earn.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Cutting federal spending and restoring SALT

LaLota advocates fighting inflation by cutting federal spending, expanding domestic energy production, and fully restoring the SALT deduction. He supported major spending cuts in federal budget legislation while co-founding the bipartisan SALT Caucus and voting for regulatory restraint measures.

• Voted for the H.R. 1 budget reconciliation bill (One Big Beautiful Bill Act) in 2025.
• Co-founded the bipartisan SALT Caucus and led efforts to restore the SALT deduction.
• Supported the REIN IN Inflation Act and the REINS Act to mandate congressional approval for major agency regulations.
• Voted for the Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1 in the 118th Congress) to boost domestic energy production.
• Signed the Americans for Tax Reform Taxpayer Protection Pledge.

“We can fight inflation by unleashing American energy, cutting wasteful government spending and stop relying on foreign products.”

“Leading the fight to restore the SALT deduction and reduce prices by unleashing American energy.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Modernizing infrastructure and coastal flood protection

Gallant calls for bringing federal funding back to NY-01 to modernize roads, bridges, LIRR rail systems, and power grids. Drawing on his experience as a firefighter and Black Hawk pilot, he prioritizes storm resilience, flood mitigation, and coastal defense projects left incomplete after Superstorm Sandy.

• Bring federal infrastructure dollars to NY-01 for roads, bridges, LIRR transit, and power grid modernization.
• Fully fund coastal protection, flood mitigation, and grid hardening projects left unfinished after Superstorm Sandy.
• Prioritize shovel-ready infrastructure projects in Suffolk County.
• Require project labor agreements for federally funded local infrastructure projects.

“Make sure Long Island is prepared for the next storm. Fix what's broken, build what's needed, and make sure Long Island's roads, bridges, water systems, and broadband reflect what Suffolk County taxpayers actually pay into.”

“Strengthen storm resilience by fully funding coastal protection, flood mitigation, and grid hardening projects left unfinished after Hurricane Sandy.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Fighting for equitable federal transit funding

LaLota emphasizes fixing New York's crumbling infrastructure and ensuring Long Island receives a fair return on its federal tax dollars. He held up party transit legislation to successfully restore funding for Amtrak, the MTA, and the LIRR, and supported allocating Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funds to states.

• Led the effort to reverse northeast transit cuts, successfully restoring federal funding for the LIRR, MTA, and Amtrak.
• Supported equitable state distribution of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funds.
• Secured $150 million for Suffolk County clean water, local jobs, and infrastructure projects.
• Co-chaired the bipartisan Long Island Sound Caucus to preserve coastal ecosystems.

“In the end, I succeeded in restoring funding to Amtrak, the Northeast Regional, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), and the Long Island Railroad (LIRR).”

“Brought $150 million back to Suffolk for clean water, jobs, and infrastructure.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security

Gallant pledges to oppose any cuts or privatization to Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. He supports expanding Medicare's authority to negotiate prescription drug prices and capping out-of-pocket expenses to lower healthcare costs for seniors and working families.

• Oppose any cuts or privatization of Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security.
• Allow Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices.
• Cap out-of-pocket prescription drug expenses for seniors and families.
• Expand healthcare accessibility and affordability for seniors and veterans.

“Protect Medicare, Social Security, and veterans’ benefits because no one who worked or served their whole life should have to fight for what they earned.”

“Oppose any cuts or privatization of Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Protecting Social Security and Medicare while cutting spending

LaLota maintains that federal budget deficits can be reduced while preserving Social Security, Medicare, and Veterans Health Care. He voted for the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 to eliminate benefit reductions for public sector retirees.

• Supported cutting federal spending while explicitly protecting Social Security, Medicare, and Veterans Health Care.
• Voted for the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 (H.R. 82) to eliminate benefit offsets for public retirees.
• Secured $676 million in federal funding for 9/11 First Responders healthcare programs.

“Championed cutting $2.1 trillion in federal spending while protecting Social Security, Medicare, and Veterans Health Care.”

“Secured $676 million for 9/11 First Responders.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Fully funding the VA and improving veteran care

As an Army National Guard veteran, Gallant focuses on overhauling veteran healthcare, specifically targeting delays at the Northport VA. He advocates for increased VA staffing, accelerated mental health services, streamlined benefits bureaucracy, and employment transition programs.

• Fully staff and fund the VA, including the Northport VA medical center.
• Expand access to urgent mental health services and crisis care.
• Cut VA bureaucracy to reduce delays in processing benefits.
• Support transition programs connecting veterans to good-paying jobs, apprenticeships, and education.

“Make Long Island a national model for veteran care with faster access, stronger mental health services, real housing support, and a Northport VA that finally lives up to what the men and women who served this country deserve.”

“I met a veteran in Riverhead who told me he’d been waiting months for a VA appointment he desperately needed.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Expanding veteran benefits and military support

Drawing on his 11 years as a U.S. Navy officer, LaLota emphasizes robust support for veterans and service members through his committee assignments. He highlights securing long-overdue recognitions for veterans and voting to protect veterans' healthcare funding.

• Served on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies.
• Voted to protect Veterans Health Care in federal budget legislation.
• Advocated to secure a long-overdue Purple Heart for a wounded Vietnam veteran.
• Member of the bipartisan For Country Caucus of military veterans in Congress.

“Drawing from my 11 years of experience as an officer in the United States Navy, I apply a unique and valuable perspective to my work on both the House Armed Services Committee and the House Homeland Security Committee.”

“We were able to step in and secure his long overdue Purple Heart, honoring his bravery and dedication.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Restoring civility, transparency, and ethics in government

Gallant promises to restore trust in Congress through regular town halls, ethics reforms, and reducing the influence of dark money and special interests. He advocates using House investigative powers strictly for non-partisan oversight to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.

• Hold regular town halls across NY-01.
• Reduce the influence of dark money and special interests in political campaigns.
• Use House investigative powers responsibly for non-partisan oversight of waste, fraud, and abuse.
• Protect voting rights and the rule of law while restoring bipartisan civility.

“Our democracy and freedoms are under threat from political extremes. I’ll fight to protect voting rights, reproductive freedom, and the rule of law while restoring civility and bipartisanship in Congress.”

“The U.S. House should use its investigative powers responsibly to conduct rigorous oversight, uphold the rule of law, and ensure transparency and accountability in government, not as a tool for partisan retaliation or political theater.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Enforcing strict standards and congressional oversight

LaLota highlights his record of holding public officials accountable regardless of party, pointing to his vote to expel former Republican Congressman George Santos. He advocates congressional term limits, strong agency oversight, and bipartisan problem-solving through the Problem Solvers Caucus.

• Voted for H.Res. 878 to expel Representative George Santos from the House.
• Voted for the Epstein Files Transparency Act (H.R. 4405).
• Supported congressional term limits and signed the U.S. Term Limits Pledge.
• Voted to impeach DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas following oversight investigations.
• Supported accountability votes regarding Representatives Adam Schiff, Rashida Tlaib, and Jamaal Bowman.

“I was one of the first Republicans to hold George Santos, a member of my political party, accountable for his lies, misuse of campaign funds, and breaking campaign finance laws.”

“Accountability should transcend party lines; all Members of Congress must be held to the same high standards.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Strengthening unions and expanding workforce development

As a local union president and air traffic controller, Gallant champions labor rights, union contracts, and fair wages as essential to maintaining the middle class. He advocates for project labor agreements on infrastructure, expanded apprenticeship programs, and union job creation.

• Protect union rights, collective bargaining, and fair wages.
• Require project labor agreements for federally funded infrastructure projects.
• Expand workforce development grants for young people, veterans, and career changers.
• Invest in manufacturing, clean energy, construction, healthcare, and skilled trades.

“Fight for the wages, protections, and opportunities that Long Island's working people have earned, and build an economy where a union card still means a path to the middle class.”

“In Congress, Chris will make sure Long Island workers have a seat at the table, not just corporations, lobbyists, and special interest groups.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Supporting trade unions and small business growth

LaLota highlights his endorsements from major labor organizations, including carpenters and law enforcement unions, alongside his role chairing the House Small Business Subcommittee on Contracting and Infrastructure.

• Endorsed by the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (NASRCC).
• Endorsed by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
• Serves as Chairman of the House Small Business Subcommittee on Contracting and Infrastructure.
• Championed high-paying defense jobs on Long Island.

“Successfully fighting for more high-paying Long Island defense jobs.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Safeguarding voting rights and accessibility

Gallant identifies protecting voting rights as a key component of defending democracy against political extremes and restoring public trust in government.

• Protect federal voting rights and expand voter access.
• Oppose legislation that restricts ballot access.

“I’ll fight to protect voting rights, reproductive freedom, and the rule of law while restoring civility and bipartisanship in Congress.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Mandating proof of citizenship for voting

LaLota prioritizes election integrity and voted for federal legislation requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.

• Voted for the SAVE Act (H.R. 22) in 2025 to require proof of citizenship for federal election registration.
• Listed "Election Integrity" as a primary public policy passion in his Candidate Connection survey.

“Election Integrity”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Strengthening international alliances and democratic norms

Gallant advocates managing strategic competition with authoritarian powers by reinforcing democratic alliances and protecting national security without drifting into reckless conflict or isolationism.

• Support democratic allies and manage strategic competition with authoritarian powers.
• Avoid reckless conflict and isolationism.
• Restore trust in democratic institutions at home and abroad.

“Abroad, the U.S. must manage strategic competition with authoritarian powers, protect alliances, and defend democratic norms without drifting into reckless conflict or isolation.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Confronting adversaries and requiring NATO burden-sharing

Drawing on his Armed Services and Homeland Security committee roles, LaLota supports strong national defense, backing Israel and Ukraine, countering China, Russia, and Iran, and holding NATO allies accountable for defense spending.

• Member of the House Armed Services and Homeland Security Committees.
• Supported defense funding for Israel, Ukraine, and U.S. troops against common adversaries.
• Co-sponsored National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAA).
• Advocated requiring NATO partners to meet defense spending targets relative to GDP.

“Internationally, our economic and national security challenges revolve around countering threats from China, Russia, and Iran.”

“Additionally, it is crucial to hold our NATO partners accountable, ensuring they invest in the alliance at levels comparable to the United States as a percentage of GDP.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Supporting first responders and collaborative public safety

As a volunteer firefighter, Gallant advocates for robust federal resources and support for law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, and emergency dispatchers to ensure community safety.

• Provide federal funding, equipment, and support to law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, and dispatchers.
• Foster trust and coordination between first responders and local communities.
• Served as safety officer at the Javits Center COVID-19 response facility.

“As a first responder, I’ve seen firsthand what safety really means. I’ll fight to ensure our first responders have the tools they need to protect our neighborhoods and keep our streets secure.”

“Public safety depends on police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and dispatchers working together, and on leaders in Washington listening to those on the front lines.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Backing law enforcement and tough-on-crime legislation

The son and grandson of police officers, LaLota focuses heavily on backing law enforcement agencies and passing legislation to penalize criminal offenses.

• Endorsed by the Suffolk County Law Enforcement Coalition and Police Officers' Defense Coalition.
• Endorsed by Uniformed Fire Officers Association (IAFF Local 854).
• Voted for H.R. 875 targeting DUI offenses for non-citizens.
• Voted for the Laken Riley Act.

“Keeping our nation and Long Island safe: Endorsed by local Law Enforcement.”

R Republican Nicholas J. LaLota

Securing borders and opposing sanctuary city bailouts

LaLota makes border security a central priority, arguing that illegal immigration and sanctuary city policies strain local resources and threaten public safety. He introduced legislation prohibiting federal bailouts for sanctuary cities and voted for strict border enforcement and deportation bills.

• Introduced the No Bailouts for Sanctuary Cities Act to prevent federal funding for sanctuary policies.
• Voted for the Laken Riley Act (S. 5) requiring the detention of non-citizens arrested for burglary or theft.
• Voted for the Secure the Border Act of 2023 (H.R. 2).
• Voted for H.R. 875 to make driving while impaired grounds for deportation.
• Voted to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

“Fighting to secure our borders, hold the Biden Administration accountable, and oppose New York’s Sanctuary City policies with the No Bailouts for Sanctuary Cities Act.”

“The influx of illegal migrants and sanctuary city policies, particularly in places like New York City, strain our resources and fail to prioritize the needs of American citizens.”

D Democratic Christopher Gallant

Protecting federal reproductive freedom

Gallant explicitly identifies protecting reproductive freedom as a core legislative priority to defend individual liberties against political extremes.

• Protect reproductive freedom and abortion access at the federal level.
• Defend bodily autonomy against state-level restrictions.

“I’ll fight to protect voting rights, reproductive freedom, and the rule of law while restoring civility and bipartisanship in Congress.”

“I also believe deeply in defending reproductive rights, safeguarding democracy, and restoring trust in our institutions through transparency and bipartisanship.”