New York Awarded People Who Supported 9/11 Terrorism Victim Assistance Fund

Mayor Bill de Blasio has presented the Bronze Medal, New York City's highest civilian honor, to individuals whose tireless advocacy, inspiration and leadership have led to the ongoing funding of the 11/XNUMX Compensation Fund. Reported by New York City Hall Official Website.

Thanks to the Victim Compensation Fund Act, New Yorkers and first-aid workers across the country who have been affected by the 11/XNUMX tragedy are guaranteed to receive the necessary help and resources.

“After September 11, 2011, New Yorkers realized there were people willing to sacrifice their lives for the safety of our city,” Mayor Bill de Blasio said. “I am proud to have awarded the Bronze Medal to those who courageously fought to save each victim and those who ensure the continued operation of the Victim Compensation Fund.”

The mayor emphasized that "their lobbying activities to ensure the continued operation of the Victim Compensation Fund will be felt by New Yorkers for many years to come."

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The bronze medal is New York's highest civilian award. It is presented by the mayor of the city to those who proved to be an exceptional citizen and achieved outstanding achievements.

Among the awardees are prominent representatives of the community of people who survived the tragic incidents of September 11, human rights defenders, representatives of the security forces, the labor community and others.

In particular, the awards received:

• Luis Alvarez (posthumously) is a former NYPD detective and 9/11 emergency response officer.
• Paul Brown - New York City Public Utilities, Head of Human Resources and Emergency Services 9/11
• Ben Shevat is the CEO of 9/11 Health Watch.
• John Phil is the founder of the FealGood Foundation.
• Kimberly Flynn is director of 9/11 Environmental Action and an advocate for children affected by 11/XNUMX.
• Laila Nordstrom is a children's advocate and founder of StuyHealth.
• Richard Palmer is a former New York Department Chief of Corrections and a 9/11 Emergency Response Officer.
• Ray Pfeiffer (posthumously) - Former New York City Firefighter and 9/11 Emergency Response Officer.
• Deborah Reeve (posthumously) is a former NYC Fire Department firefighter, emergency medical officer and 9/11 emergency medical specialist.
• John Stewart is an advocate for the rights of the first to respond to the 11/XNUMX incident.
• James Zadroga (posthumously) is a former NYPD officer and 9/11 emergency response officer.
• Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Awards were received by: Edward Chetnar - Port Authority Police Department Manager; on behalf of the Port Authority Civil Servants Alan Reiss - World Trade Center Construction Director.
• Municipal Labor Committee: An association of trade unions representing public sector workers in New York City. The award was hosted on behalf of the Municipal Labor Committee by Henry Garrido, Co-Chair of the Municipal Labor Committee and Executive Director of District Council 37, AFSCME.
• Carolyn B. Maloney is a member of the United States House of Representatives for the 12th District of New York.
• Peter King is a member of the United States House of Representatives for the 2nd District of New York.
• Jerrold Nadler is a member of the United States House of Representatives for the 10th District of New York State.
• Senator Chuck Schumer is the United States Senator from New York.
• Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is a US Senator from New York.

“We will never forget the tragic events of September 11 and our heroes who sacrificed their lives for us. I am also grateful to everyone who helped to pass the bill. It took a team working with relentless and unwavering energy for this bill to cross the finish line so that rescuers, victims and their families can finally feel at ease as they continue to fight their 11/XNUMX illnesses. This bill is a reminder that good people who do worthy work can do their part, ”said US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

Congressman Jerrold Nadler commented on the situation: “There have been very few times in my career where I was stronger than now, proud to be a New Yorker. Together with our friends - Congressmen Maloney and King, Senators Schumer and Gillibrand - we managed to bring this fight to the end. "