9/11 News Item (9/16/266
Arnold Korotkin
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Below are summaries with URLs to news articles that appeared recently about 9/11 Health and Compensation Issues. An archive of past articles year by year can by found on the 911 Health Watch website
September 11, 2026 — WHAM-13 ABC — World Trade Center health program provides care for first responders and survivors of 9/11
Captain Kristi Anderson of the National Institute for Occupational Safety (NIOSH) joined ARC Rochester to discuss eligibility and application criteria.
September 11, 2026 — ABC News — After thousands of deaths, first responders are still navigating health effects 25 years post-9/11
It’s estimated that 400,000 people were exposed to toxic dust, smoke and debris; risk of physical injury; and physically and emotionally stressful conditions from 9/11 and the aftermath, according to the World Trade Center Health Program.
September 11, 2026 — New Jersey Monitor — Rutgers still focusing on care for 9/11 responders, survivors 25 years later
“We are still here and would love the privilege of taking care of you,” said Dr. Iris Udasin, a Rutgers professor of environmental and occupational medicine who is medical director of New Jersey’s World Trade Center program, one of six centers of excellence providing this care.
September 11, 2026 — Albany Times-Union — Twenty-five years later, 9/11’s toll still grows
Retired state trooper Fred Scheidt died last year of 9/11-related causes. His widow says more needs to be done to prevent additional deaths of first responders.
BACKGROUND:
Chairman Garbarino is committed to honoring the nearly 3,000 people killed, recognizing the heroism of first responders and civilians, and ensuring younger generations and future national security leaders understand the significance of 9/11 and why continued commitment to the homeland security mission is as important as ever.
In advance of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the House Committee on Homeland Security released a report entitled “The 25th Anniversary Report: National Security Improvements and the Domestic Threat Landscape 25 Years After 9/11/01.” The report evaluates the United States’ progress in strengthening homeland security in the 25 years since the attacks and in the context of today’s modern threat landscape, and it outlines where Congress can provide further support for the Department of Homeland Security’s no-fail mission.
As part of this examination, the Committee held a live showcase earlier this month for Members and staff across Congress with demonstrations from numerous DHS components, highlighting how the department uses drone technology, virtual reality training, K-9 operations, and artificial intelligence research to keep Americans safe.
More on Chairman Garbarino’s related work:
- Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security
- His tenure as Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security is informed by this commitment to never forget. In his first site visit as Chairman in 2025, the Committee led a bipartisan delegation to visit Ground Zero on the 24th anniversary of the attacks.
- Secured a Long-Term Funding Fix for the World Trade Center Health Program
- Representative Garbarino helped secure funding for the World Trade Center Health Program for the lifetime of the Program, ensuring 9/11 responders and survivors who continue to suffer from the health effects of 9/11 receive the care they deserve for years to come.
- 25th Anniversary of September 11th Resolution
- Ahead of the 25th Anniversary, Representative Garbarino introduced a bipartisan House resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
- The resolution reaffirms the nation’s commitment to supporting the 9/11 community, including the World Trade Center Health Program, and preserving the memory and lessons of September 11th for future generations.
- Support for the Reappointment of Dr. John Howard to Lead the WTCHP
- 25th Anniversary Committee Report
- The House Committee on Homeland Security released a report this week entitled “The 25th Anniversary Report: National Security Improvements and the Domestic Threat Landscape 25 Years After 9/11/01.”
- As part of this examination, the Committee held a live showcase earlier this month for Members and staff across Congress with demonstrations from numerous DHS components.
- 25th Anniversary Committee Report
- H.R. 1993 – 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act
- Representative Garbarino co-led this bipartisan legislation requiring the U.S. Mint to issue commemorative coins honoring the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Surcharges from coin sales support programs at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. The House passed the bill 415-0 in May 2026.
- 9/11 Education
- Representative Garbarino introduced a resolution calling on schools across the country to teach students about the September 11 terrorist attacks and ensure future generations understand the events and lasting impact of that day.