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May 15, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Acting Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Association - Senators Warren and Menendez, Congresswoman Velázquez Lead Senate and House Colleagues Urging FEMA to Take Rapid and Robust Action to Help Rebuild Key Puerto Rico Hospital
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 15, 2019
Markey Joins Wyden, Bicameral Coalition to Introduce Bill to Require States to Secure Elections
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Bipartisan House Leadership Calls on Turkey to Cancel Russian Weapons Purchase
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
May 15, 2019
Committee Gives Representatives the Chance to Testify on Small Business Issues at "Member Day" Hearing
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 15, 2019
Capito, Gillibrand Introduce Bill to Require Drinking Water Standard for PFAS
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May 15, 2019
Stefanik Co-Leads The Cyber Ready Workforce Act
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May 15, 2019
Rep. Fudge Co-Introduces Legislation to Increase Community College Access and Affordability
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May 15, 2019
Senators Gillibrand And Wyden Introduce New Bill To Protect American Elections From Interference
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 15, 2019
Gillibrand, Capito Announce New Bipartisan Legislation That Would Require The EPA To Set An Enforceable Standard For Toxic PFAS Chemicals In Drinking Water To Protect Public Health
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "The American people deserve to know if Republicans are leading the country into a conflict--maybe even war--in the Middle East. Acting Defense Sec. Shanahan and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dunford must testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee now."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "#WomensRightsAreHumanRights Alabama Republicans' abortion bill is plainly inhumane. It should never have been passed. The Governor should not have signed it into law tonight. It ought to be swiftly struck down by the courts. What I said today on the Senate floor:"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "House Democrats have taken action to combat the Trump health care sabotage. But the GOP-led Senate? Nothing No debate No legislation No votes @SenateMajLdr McConnell has turned the Senate into a legislative graveyard. It's time he allow debate and a vote to #ProtectOurCare."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "The Republican Alabama State Senate passed perhaps the most draconian abortion law in the country It bans abortion at every stage of pregnancy, Imposes criminal penalties on any doctor who performs one, Includes no exception in the case of rape or incest. It is plainly inhumane"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "What is @SenateMajLdr McConnell so afraid of? Is he afraid that the Senate might actually pass a bill to help the American people and protect their health care? I'm going live right now with Democrats from the Senate and the House:"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Gun Shops Should Meet Minimum Security Requirements
Rep. Joe Morelle
May 15, 2019
Harris, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Require States to Secure Elections
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jerrold Nadler
Rep. Jerry Nadler
May 15, 2019
CNN "Anderson Cooper 360" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "While the actions of President @realDonaldTrump's administration exacerbate issues at the southern border, Senate Democrats are committed to addressing the root causes that force families to flee Central America in the first place."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "Even a GOP Governor says Russia has been trying to meddle in our elections @SenateMajLdr McConnell blocked a bi-partisan election security bill in 2018. He still refuses to put one on the floor. We asked for an all-senators briefing 2 weeks ago. We've heard nothing. Wonder why?"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Senate Dems Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "Brought by Republican AGs and supported by the Trump Administration, the lawsuit against our healthcare law would deprive health coverage from tens of millions of families. The scale of that cruelty is so large it's almost unimaginable."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
McBath, Nadler, Katko, Herrera Beutler, and Scott Reintroduce Bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act to Protect Pregnant Workers From Workplace Discrimination
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
May 14, 2019
Carper, Democratic Colleagues Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act to Address Root Causes of Migrant Crisis
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
After House Passes Bipartisan Blue Water Navy Legislation Unanimously, Gillibrand And Daines Call On Senate To Act Swiftly To Pass Their Legislation To Ensure Blue Water Navy Vets Get The Benefits They Have Earned
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 14, 2019
Letter to William Barr, the U.S Attorney General - Committees Call on White House and DOJ to Stop Withholding Documents on Decision to Attack the Constitutionality of the ACA and Undermine Pre-Existing Condition Protections
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
May 14, 2019
Letter to Mr. Cipollone, Counsel to the President - Committees Call on White House and DOJ to Stop Withholding Documents on Decision to Attack the Constitutionality of the ACA and Undermine Pre-Existing Condition Protections
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
May 13, 2019
Neguse, Nadler, Katko, Durbin & Warren Introduce Bill Making Bankruptcy Relief Available for Student Loan Borrowers
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
May 13, 2019
Schumer Reveals: Buffalo Received More than 51 M Robocalls in The Month of April--alone; Citing Hair-Pulling Uptick Since 2019 Began, Senator Announces Major Push & Best Chance Plan to Pass Bipartisan "traced Act' Legislation that Will Help Kill the Calls
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Schumer Reveals: Rochester Received More than 13 M Robocalls in The Month of April--alone; Citing Hair-Pulling Uptick Since 2019 Began, Senator Announces Major Push & Best Chance Plan to Pass Bipartisan "traced Act' Legislation that Will Help Kill the Calls
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "When they meet in Russia tomorrow, Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin that the cost of trying to interfere with American elections will be dear."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "Never before have humans lived on an Earth with carbon dioxide rates this high. I'm committed to action on climate change. And I'm committed to acting now."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "Democrats ask for the Senate to pass bill after bill: -Protecting Americans with pre-existing conditions -Acting on climate -Paycheck fairness -Protecting health care But Republicans keep blocking them to help @SenateMajLdr McConnell turn the Senate into a legislative graveyard."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "Democrats are on the offense. We're pushing to include legislation to combat climate change in any infrastructure bill in the Senate. And we're going to keep fighting. RT if you agree: It's time to act on climate change. And it's time to do it now."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Congressman Joe Morelle Introduces Legislation to Keep Guns out Of the Hands of Dangerous Criminals
Rep. Joe Morelle
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Bonamici Leads Effort to Call on DeVos to Reinstate Protections for Transgender Students; Joined by 44 Colleagues
Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 13, 2019
Letter to Inspector General Levinson - Reps. Mucarsel-Powell, Shalala, Wasserman Schultz Call for Investigation of Homestead Shelter, Gen. Kelly and Private Operator's No-bid Contract
Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 12, 2019
Tweet - "Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin in their meeting that any action to interfere in our elections will not be tolerated and will be met with an immediate and robust response. President Trump's approach to dealing with Putin, especially on election security, must change."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 12, 2019
Schumer Reveals: NYC & Long Island Received More than 176 M Robocalls in The Month of April--alone; Citing Hair-Pulling Uptick Since 2019 Began, Senator Announces Major Push & Best Chance Plan to Pass Bipartisan "traced Act' Legislation that Will Help Kill the Calls
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 11, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development - Waters, Garcia and 21 Committee Democrats Condemn Carson's Cruel Proposal to Evict Mixed-Immigration Status Families
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 10, 2019
Sherrill, Stefanik, King, and Cisneros Introduce Bipartisan SALT Bill to Increase Cap
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
May 10, 2019
Reps. Pappas and Stefanik introduce bipartisan legislation to meet the prosthetic needs of women veterans
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
May 10, 2019
Nadler, Katko, Neguse, Durbin & Warren Introduce Bill Making Bankruptcy Relief Available For Student Loan Borrowers
Rep. Jerry Nadler
May 10, 2019
Tweet - "It's time to decriminalize marijuana. And the Marijuana Freedom and Opportunity Act is a critical first step."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 10, 2019
Separating Immigrant Children From Their Families is A Violation of Basic Human Rights
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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May 15, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Acting Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Association - Senators Warren and Menendez, Congresswoman Velázquez Lead Senate and House Colleagues Urging FEMA to Take Rapid and Robust Action to Help Rebuild Key Puerto Rico Hospital
Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 15, 2019
Markey Joins Wyden, Bicameral Coalition to Introduce Bill to Require States to Secure Elections
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Bipartisan House Leadership Calls on Turkey to Cancel Russian Weapons Purchase
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
May 15, 2019
Committee Gives Representatives the Chance to Testify on Small Business Issues at "Member Day" Hearing
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 15, 2019
Capito, Gillibrand Introduce Bill to Require Drinking Water Standard for PFAS
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Stefanik Co-Leads The Cyber Ready Workforce Act
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
May 15, 2019
Rep. Fudge Co-Introduces Legislation to Increase Community College Access and Affordability
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
May 15, 2019
Senators Gillibrand And Wyden Introduce New Bill To Protect American Elections From Interference
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 15, 2019
Gillibrand, Capito Announce New Bipartisan Legislation That Would Require The EPA To Set An Enforceable Standard For Toxic PFAS Chemicals In Drinking Water To Protect Public Health
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "The American people deserve to know if Republicans are leading the country into a conflict--maybe even war--in the Middle East. Acting Defense Sec. Shanahan and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dunford must testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee now."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "#WomensRightsAreHumanRights Alabama Republicans' abortion bill is plainly inhumane. It should never have been passed. The Governor should not have signed it into law tonight. It ought to be swiftly struck down by the courts. What I said today on the Senate floor:"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "House Democrats have taken action to combat the Trump health care sabotage. But the GOP-led Senate? Nothing No debate No legislation No votes @SenateMajLdr McConnell has turned the Senate into a legislative graveyard. It's time he allow debate and a vote to #ProtectOurCare."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "The Republican Alabama State Senate passed perhaps the most draconian abortion law in the country It bans abortion at every stage of pregnancy, Imposes criminal penalties on any doctor who performs one, Includes no exception in the case of rape or incest. It is plainly inhumane"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "What is @SenateMajLdr McConnell so afraid of? Is he afraid that the Senate might actually pass a bill to help the American people and protect their health care? I'm going live right now with Democrats from the Senate and the House:"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Gun Shops Should Meet Minimum Security Requirements
Rep.Joe Morelle
May 15, 2019
Harris, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Require States to Secure Elections
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jerrold Nadler
Rep.Jerry Nadler
May 15, 2019
CNN "Anderson Cooper 360" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "While the actions of President @realDonaldTrump's administration exacerbate issues at the southern border, Senate Democrats are committed to addressing the root causes that force families to flee Central America in the first place."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "Even a GOP Governor says Russia has been trying to meddle in our elections @SenateMajLdr McConnell blocked a bi-partisan election security bill in 2018. He still refuses to put one on the floor. We asked for an all-senators briefing 2 weeks ago. We've heard nothing. Wonder why?"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Senate Dems Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "Brought by Republican AGs and supported by the Trump Administration, the lawsuit against our healthcare law would deprive health coverage from tens of millions of families. The scale of that cruelty is so large it's almost unimaginable."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
McBath, Nadler, Katko, Herrera Beutler, and Scott Reintroduce Bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act to Protect Pregnant Workers From Workplace Discrimination
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
May 14, 2019
Carper, Democratic Colleagues Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act to Address Root Causes of Migrant Crisis
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
After House Passes Bipartisan Blue Water Navy Legislation Unanimously, Gillibrand And Daines Call On Senate To Act Swiftly To Pass Their Legislation To Ensure Blue Water Navy Vets Get The Benefits They Have Earned
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 14, 2019
Letter to William Barr, the U.S Attorney General - Committees Call on White House and DOJ to Stop Withholding Documents on Decision to Attack the Constitutionality of the ACA and Undermine Pre-Existing Condition Protections
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
May 14, 2019
Letter to Mr. Cipollone, Counsel to the President - Committees Call on White House and DOJ to Stop Withholding Documents on Decision to Attack the Constitutionality of the ACA and Undermine Pre-Existing Condition Protections
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
May 13, 2019
Neguse, Nadler, Katko, Durbin & Warren Introduce Bill Making Bankruptcy Relief Available for Student Loan Borrowers
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
May 13, 2019
Schumer Reveals: Buffalo Received More than 51 M Robocalls in The Month of April--alone; Citing Hair-Pulling Uptick Since 2019 Began, Senator Announces Major Push & Best Chance Plan to Pass Bipartisan "traced Act' Legislation that Will Help Kill the Calls
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Schumer Reveals: Rochester Received More than 13 M Robocalls in The Month of April--alone; Citing Hair-Pulling Uptick Since 2019 Began, Senator Announces Major Push & Best Chance Plan to Pass Bipartisan "traced Act' Legislation that Will Help Kill the Calls
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "When they meet in Russia tomorrow, Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin that the cost of trying to interfere with American elections will be dear."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "Never before have humans lived on an Earth with carbon dioxide rates this high. I'm committed to action on climate change. And I'm committed to acting now."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "Democrats ask for the Senate to pass bill after bill: -Protecting Americans with pre-existing conditions -Acting on climate -Paycheck fairness -Protecting health care But Republicans keep blocking them to help @SenateMajLdr McConnell turn the Senate into a legislative graveyard."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "Democrats are on the offense. We're pushing to include legislation to combat climate change in any infrastructure bill in the Senate. And we're going to keep fighting. RT if you agree: It's time to act on climate change. And it's time to do it now."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Congressman Joe Morelle Introduces Legislation to Keep Guns out Of the Hands of Dangerous Criminals
Rep.Joe Morelle
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Bonamici Leads Effort to Call on DeVos to Reinstate Protections for Transgender Students; Joined by 44 Colleagues
Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 13, 2019
Letter to Inspector General Levinson - Reps. Mucarsel-Powell, Shalala, Wasserman Schultz Call for Investigation of Homestead Shelter, Gen. Kelly and Private Operator's No-bid Contract
Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 12, 2019
Tweet - "Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin in their meeting that any action to interfere in our elections will not be tolerated and will be met with an immediate and robust response. President Trump's approach to dealing with Putin, especially on election security, must change."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 12, 2019
Schumer Reveals: NYC & Long Island Received More than 176 M Robocalls in The Month of April--alone; Citing Hair-Pulling Uptick Since 2019 Began, Senator Announces Major Push & Best Chance Plan to Pass Bipartisan "traced Act' Legislation that Will Help Kill the Calls
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 11, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development - Waters, Garcia and 21 Committee Democrats Condemn Carson's Cruel Proposal to Evict Mixed-Immigration Status Families
Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 10, 2019
Sherrill, Stefanik, King, and Cisneros Introduce Bipartisan SALT Bill to Increase Cap
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
May 10, 2019
Reps. Pappas and Stefanik introduce bipartisan legislation to meet the prosthetic needs of women veterans
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
May 10, 2019
Nadler, Katko, Neguse, Durbin & Warren Introduce Bill Making Bankruptcy Relief Available For Student Loan Borrowers
Rep.Jerry Nadler
May 10, 2019
Tweet - "It's time to decriminalize marijuana. And the Marijuana Freedom and Opportunity Act is a critical first step."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 10, 2019
Separating Immigrant Children From Their Families is A Violation of Basic Human Rights
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
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