Senator Gianaris released the following statement in praise of the move to bring the Fourth of July Fireworks show back to the East River.

"The return of July 4th fireworks to the East River is welcome news for western Queens," said Senator Gianaris. "For too long, residents of our neighborhoods have been left out of what is not only a citywide, but a national event. Once again, the Queens waterfront will be a participant in the grandest Independence Day celebration in the United States."