Though only in Congress for three terms, Steve Israel has already made a big impact for Long Island in the House of Representatives. He passed legislation to promote promising research to fight ovarian cancer, a bill to protect commercial airplanes from shoulder-fired missiles and a measure to provide federal funding to restore habitat and protect open space along the Long Island Sound. Israel brought home more than $100 million in federal appropriations, has developed a comprehensive energy security plan and is fighting to reduce the cost of college.

A Big Impact for Long Island Families

Steve Israel is making a difference for Long Island families. He brought home more than $100 million in federal appropriations, fought for more than $2.3 million in back-pay benefits for veterans and is continuing to fight for the common-sense priorities Long Islanders share.

A Leader in Congress

Congressman Steve Israel has established a reputation as a legislative leader on energy security, military readiness and global challenges. He is one of only two New York Congressmen on the House Armed Services Committee. He also co-chairs the bipartisan Long Island Sound Caucus and the bi-partisan House Cancer Caucus.

A Husband and Father

Congressman Israel lives in Huntington with his wife, Marlene Budd. He has two daughters and a miniature schnauzer named Max.