On February 26, 2025, a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers introduced the “9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act of 2025” (H.R. 1410, S. 739) to address the looming funding shortfall of the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP). This initiative underscores the nation’s commitment to supporting over 137,000 responders and survivors affected by the
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CDC Reinstates 9/11 Cancer Research Funding and Rescinds WTC Health Program Staffing Cuts Following Backlash
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In a significant reversal, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reinstated a $257,000 federal contract for critical research on 9/11-related cancer. The decision follows widespread outrage from lawmakers, advocates, and medical professionals after the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) initially revoked the funding.
Public…
CDC Budget Cuts: What They Mean for the World Trade Center Health Program
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In a move that has sparked widespread concern, the Trump administration, under the guidance of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has initiated significant layoffs within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the agency that oversees the WTCHP. These cuts have notably impacted the…
Congratulations, Yan Lian Kuang-Maoga, on Being Named Partner at Pitta & Baione LLP
By Pb911prod
Pitta & Baione LLP is thrilled to announce that Yan Lian Kuang-Maoga (Lian) has been named Partner at the firm. Lian is an award-winning advocate and a source of strength not only for our firm, but for the people we serve. Her promotion to partner is well-deserved.
“I remember the day my brother told me…
Screening of 9/11 Memorial Short Film: 8:48
By Pb911prod
On January 30, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., Pitta & Baione LLP and Keep Good Company Records hosted a screening of 8:48: A Living Testimony of Life and Loss on 9/11 at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. Directed by Kevin Lombardo, the music video/short film features lyrics by Pitta & Baione LLP partner Matthew…
Pitta & Baione Recovered Over Half a Billion Dollars for 9/11 Victims
By Pb911prod
Decades after the devastating terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, countless Americans, many of whom were first responders at the scene, are still suffering life-altering cancers, respiratory illnesses, and other medical conditions as a result of their exposure to dust and debris.
At Pitta & Baione LLP, we want survivors of the 9/11 attacks to…
Pitta & Baione LLP Attorneys Honored as 2024 Super Lawyers “Rising Stars”
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Pitta & Baione LLP proudly announces that three of their attorneys – Partners Matthew Baione and Christopher Baione, and Senior Associate Sidrah Syed – have been recognized as 2024 Super Lawyers “Rising Stars”. This honor reflects their unwavering dedication to legal excellence, particularly in representing victims and families affected by the September 11th attacks. The…
2024 Benefit Fundraiser in Support of 911 Health Watch Inc.
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On Monday, September 30th, Pitta & Baione LLP was proud to support our colleagues at 911 Health Watch Inc., one of the leading organizations dedicated to seeking justice for victims and heroes of the tragic events of September 11th. The fundraiser brought together advocates, legal professionals, first responders, and caring citizens who united to support…
Continued Costs of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks Act
Pitta & Baione LLP is excited to announce the introduction of the Continued Costs of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks Act, a critical new bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the ongoing financial, medical, and emotional toll on the survivors, first responders, and their families who have been impacted by the events of September 11, 2001.…
Healthcare Support for 9/11: New York Delegation Pushes for Sustained Health Care for Victims
As the World Trade Center Health Program faces a looming funding shortfall, a bipartisan effort is underway to secure necessary resources and ensure continued care for thousands of 9/11 responders and survivors.
Healthcare Support for 9/11
The World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program provides comprehensive healthcare support for individuals affected by the 9/11 attacks. It…