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Kingston council unanimously backs resolution to "save" Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid
Summary
The Kingston Common Council adopted Resolution 92, 9-0, expressing local support for Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid and opposing proposed federal cuts; the measure followed broad public comment from union members and residents.
The Kingston Common Council voted unanimously June 3 to adopt a resolution urging protection of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid from proposed federal cuts.
Resolution 92 (02/2025), introduced by Alderman Michael Tierney, passed 9-0 after a series of public comments from union representatives and residents describing the local importance of the programs.
The resolution does not change federal policy but records the council—s opposition to reductions and expresses support for the federal programs and the workers who administer them. The council moved the item earlier on the agenda after public comment highlighted the issue.
In remarks introducing the resolution, Alderman Michael Tierney said: "It is…
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