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Nov. 6, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Casey: We Must Do More to Protect Veterans From Falling Victim to Scam Artists
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 6, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 6, 2019
Tweet - "Immigrants have made America what it is today. We don't build walls. We don't shut our gates. As the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments on President Trump's baseless decision to end DACA, I'm so proud to stand with the Dreamers. #HomeIsHere"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019
Stefanik Cosponsors the Seeding Rural Resilience Act
Rep. Elise Stefanik
Nov. 5, 2019
Tonko "Still In" for Paris Climate Agreement
Rep. Paul Tonko
Nov. 5, 2019
Maloney introduces landmark cosmetics reform bill
Rep. Grace Meng, ...
Nov. 5, 2019
Brown, Collins, Gillibrand Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Mental Health Services for Older Americans
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 5, 2019
Bacon, Tonko, Langevin Introduce Health Care Workforce Protection Act of 2019
Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 5, 2019
CNN "Erin Burnett Out Front" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Adriano Espaillat"
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Nov. 5, 2019
Tweet - "The Trump Administration formally sent notice to the U.N. that the United States will withdraw from the Paris Agreement in 2020. Future generations will look back on this decision as a dramatic step backward in the fight to address the climate crisis."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019
After Hosting Roundtables And Meeting With Older Adults And Disability Rights Advocates Across New York, Gillibrand Unveils Bipartisan Legislation To Support Family Caregivers
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 5, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 4, 2019
Hearing of the House Intelligence Committee - the Testimony of Ambassador Sondland
Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter - Pascrell, Pallone, Maloney, Malinowski Lead Calls for Twitter to Prevent Census Interference
Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, Letter to the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the United States Senate - Senator Warren Joins Senate Colleagues in New Push to Renew Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions of Higher Education
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to Dr. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General, Department of Homeland Security - Members of Congress Call for Investigation After Ice Deletes Video Needed to Investigate the Death of Roxsana Hernandez
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Nadler, Lofgren Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Record Low Refugee Admission Level
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Tweet - "Thank you to the FBI for preventing what could have been another tragedy at a synagogue in America. This is a stark reminder that we must redouble our efforts to combat white supremacy and anti-Semitic violence."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Schumer: New report shows CNY has the highest rate of multiple sclerosis in the nation; senator calls for CDC to collaborate with local experts to get to the bottom of sky-high multiple sclerosis incidence in CNY ASAP
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 2, 2019
Tweet - "Trump inherited a strong economy from @BarackObama. But now he is blowing it. House Dems are working to lower drug prices and fix our crumbling infrastructure #ForThePeople. #DoNothingDonald is too busy soliciting foreign interference in the 2020 election. SAD."
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Nov. 1, 2019
Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Landmark Bipartisan Agricultural Workers Bill
Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Nov. 1, 2019
Letter to Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of US Department of Homeland Security - Rep. Takano Leads 24 Members in Sending Letter to DHS Expressing Concerns Over Detainee DNA Collection Practices
Rep. Grace Meng, ...
Nov. 1, 2019
Letter to Jeffrey R. Ragsdale, Acting Director and Chief Counsel of the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) - Letter Calling for the Department of Justice's Office of Professional Responsibility to Investigate Whether Attorney General Barr Initiated a Politically Motivated Investigation Based on Unfounded Conspiracy Theories About the 2016 Election
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 1, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on October Jobs Report
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Nov. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Schumer: Flavored e-cig ban is under review right now but could include major loophole, leaving some kid friendly flavors on the market; standing with Dutchess County kids, senator demands Feds include these flavors & immediately finalize the ban
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019
Tweet - "On this Día de los Muertos, we honor the lives of those that have perished while seeking safety in the United States. Their memory is a reminder that we must put an end to the administration's heartless immigration policies. We cannot forget that we are a nation of immigrants."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019
Tweet - "The U.S. government investigation into TikTok's Beijing-based parent company--if true--is welcome news. Last week, we requested the Director of National Intelligence assess the risks posed by this China-owned company. It's a potential national security concern we can't ignore."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Stefanik Co-Leads the Farm Workforce Modernization Act
Rep. Elise Stefanik
Oct. 31, 2019
Tonko Votes to Begin Public Impeachment Hearings
Rep. Paul Tonko
Oct. 31, 2019
Hearing of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - The Testimony of Timothy Morrison
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Rep. Nadler Applauds Passage of Legislative Package to Protect Our National Parks and Public Lands
Rep. Jerry Nadler
Oct. 31, 2019
Cardin Leads Bipartisan Senate Resolution Urging President Trump to Keep the United States in the Paris Climate Agreement
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Tweet - "We have a president who allegedly used the powers of his office to pressure or coerce a foreign leader to investigate a domestic political rival. The matter at hand is serious. This is a time to put country over party and examine the facts, and only the facts."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Directing Certain Committees to Continue Ongoing Investigations Into Whether Sufficient Grounds Exist for the Impeachment of Donald John Trump, President of the United States
Rep. Joe Morelle
Oct. 31, 2019
Tweet - "A bill meant to provide resources for our troops & their families steals money from them for Pres. Trump's border wall. Of course, @SenateGOP has resorted to bogus attacks, accusing Democrats of delaying a pay raise for our troops even though it's safe."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Directing Certain Committees to Continue Ongoing Investigations Into Whether Sufficient Grounds Exist for the Impeachment of Donald John Trump, President of the United States
Rep. Jerry Nadler
Oct. 30, 2019
Stefanik Sends TICK Act Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs
Rep. Elise Stefanik
Oct. 30, 2019
Hearing of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - The Testimony of Catherine Croft
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
New Deal for New Americans Act
Rep. Grace Meng
Oct. 30, 2019
Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Health and Human Services Relating to
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
The Substance Underlying the Impeachment Inquiry
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Oct. 30, 2019
Reps. García, Meng and Jayapal Joined by Immigration Advocacy Organizations, Unveil Sweeping Legislation to Strengthen Support for Immigrants and Refugees
Rep. Grace Meng, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
Foreign Affairs Committee Unanimously Supports Suozzi/King Bipartisan Resolution to Protect Good Friday Agreement During Brexit
Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
Hearing of the House Small Business Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Velázquez, Hearing on Force of Nature: The Power of Small Businesses in America's Recreational Infrastructure
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Oct. 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Kuster, Walorski Lead Bipartisan Letter Calling on VA Clinicians to Check State Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
Tweet - "If @SecPompeo has time to go to New York & get an award from the Hudson Institute, Then he has time to do his duty and brief Congress on what exactly @realDonaldTrump's plan is to contain escaped ISIS prisoners and ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
Tweet - "My heart breaks for Oscar and Valeria and other families who have perished while seeking refuge in the U.S. Today, @RepChuyGarcia, @RepBarbaraLee, and I honored them at the @HispanicCaucus's Día de Los Muertos altar. Our nation must welcome the most vulnerable."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. James Owens, Acting Admin. of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Schumer reveals: Critical Fed report on school bus safety that studies new tech--like stop sign cams on a bus's side--sits parked in Fed bureaucracy; with +2.3m NY kids riding each day, senator demands Feds release report, implement any needed actions & create fund to help districts purchase cams that can protect kids
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date
Title
Politician
Nov. 6, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Casey: We Must Do More to Protect Veterans From Falling Victim to Scam Artists
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 6, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 6, 2019
Tweet - "Immigrants have made America what it is today. We don't build walls. We don't shut our gates. As the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments on President Trump's baseless decision to end DACA, I'm so proud to stand with the Dreamers. #HomeIsHere"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019
Stefanik Cosponsors the Seeding Rural Resilience Act
Rep.Elise Stefanik
Nov. 5, 2019
Tonko "Still In" for Paris Climate Agreement
Rep.Paul Tonko
Nov. 5, 2019
Maloney introduces landmark cosmetics reform bill
Rep.Grace Meng, ...
Nov. 5, 2019
Brown, Collins, Gillibrand Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Mental Health Services for Older Americans
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 5, 2019
Bacon, Tonko, Langevin Introduce Health Care Workforce Protection Act of 2019
Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 5, 2019
CNN "Erin Burnett Out Front" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Adriano Espaillat"
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Nov. 5, 2019
Tweet - "The Trump Administration formally sent notice to the U.N. that the United States will withdraw from the Paris Agreement in 2020. Future generations will look back on this decision as a dramatic step backward in the fight to address the climate crisis."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019
After Hosting Roundtables And Meeting With Older Adults And Disability Rights Advocates Across New York, Gillibrand Unveils Bipartisan Legislation To Support Family Caregivers
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 5, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 4, 2019
Hearing of the House Intelligence Committee - the Testimony of Ambassador Sondland
Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter - Pascrell, Pallone, Maloney, Malinowski Lead Calls for Twitter to Prevent Census Interference
Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, Letter to the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the United States Senate - Senator Warren Joins Senate Colleagues in New Push to Renew Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions of Higher Education
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to Dr. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General, Department of Homeland Security - Members of Congress Call for Investigation After Ice Deletes Video Needed to Investigate the Death of Roxsana Hernandez
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Nadler, Lofgren Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Record Low Refugee Admission Level
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019
Tweet - "Thank you to the FBI for preventing what could have been another tragedy at a synagogue in America. This is a stark reminder that we must redouble our efforts to combat white supremacy and anti-Semitic violence."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Schumer: New report shows CNY has the highest rate of multiple sclerosis in the nation; senator calls for CDC to collaborate with local experts to get to the bottom of sky-high multiple sclerosis incidence in CNY ASAP
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 2, 2019
Tweet - "Trump inherited a strong economy from @BarackObama. But now he is blowing it. House Dems are working to lower drug prices and fix our crumbling infrastructure #ForThePeople. #DoNothingDonald is too busy soliciting foreign interference in the 2020 election. SAD."
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Nov. 1, 2019
Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Landmark Bipartisan Agricultural Workers Bill
Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Nov. 1, 2019
Letter to Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of US Department of Homeland Security - Rep. Takano Leads 24 Members in Sending Letter to DHS Expressing Concerns Over Detainee DNA Collection Practices
Rep.Grace Meng, ...
Nov. 1, 2019
Letter to Jeffrey R. Ragsdale, Acting Director and Chief Counsel of the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) - Letter Calling for the Department of Justice's Office of Professional Responsibility to Investigate Whether Attorney General Barr Initiated a Politically Motivated Investigation Based on Unfounded Conspiracy Theories About the 2016 Election
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 1, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on October Jobs Report
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Nov. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Schumer: Flavored e-cig ban is under review right now but could include major loophole, leaving some kid friendly flavors on the market; standing with Dutchess County kids, senator demands Feds include these flavors & immediately finalize the ban
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019
Tweet - "On this Día de los Muertos, we honor the lives of those that have perished while seeking safety in the United States. Their memory is a reminder that we must put an end to the administration's heartless immigration policies. We cannot forget that we are a nation of immigrants."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019
Tweet - "The U.S. government investigation into TikTok's Beijing-based parent company--if true--is welcome news. Last week, we requested the Director of National Intelligence assess the risks posed by this China-owned company. It's a potential national security concern we can't ignore."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Stefanik Co-Leads the Farm Workforce Modernization Act
Rep.Elise Stefanik
Oct. 31, 2019
Tonko Votes to Begin Public Impeachment Hearings
Rep.Paul Tonko
Oct. 31, 2019
Hearing of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - The Testimony of Timothy Morrison
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Rep. Nadler Applauds Passage of Legislative Package to Protect Our National Parks and Public Lands
Rep.Jerry Nadler
Oct. 31, 2019
Cardin Leads Bipartisan Senate Resolution Urging President Trump to Keep the United States in the Paris Climate Agreement
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Tweet - "We have a president who allegedly used the powers of his office to pressure or coerce a foreign leader to investigate a domestic political rival. The matter at hand is serious. This is a time to put country over party and examine the facts, and only the facts."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Directing Certain Committees to Continue Ongoing Investigations Into Whether Sufficient Grounds Exist for the Impeachment of Donald John Trump, President of the United States
Rep.Joe Morelle
Oct. 31, 2019
Tweet - "A bill meant to provide resources for our troops & their families steals money from them for Pres. Trump's border wall. Of course, @SenateGOP has resorted to bogus attacks, accusing Democrats of delaying a pay raise for our troops even though it's safe."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019
Directing Certain Committees to Continue Ongoing Investigations Into Whether Sufficient Grounds Exist for the Impeachment of Donald John Trump, President of the United States
Rep.Jerry Nadler
Oct. 30, 2019
Stefanik Sends TICK Act Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs
Rep.Elise Stefanik
Oct. 30, 2019
Hearing of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - The Testimony of Catherine Croft
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
New Deal for New Americans Act
Rep.Grace Meng
Oct. 30, 2019
Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Health and Human Services Relating to
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
The Substance Underlying the Impeachment Inquiry
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Oct. 30, 2019
Reps. García, Meng and Jayapal Joined by Immigration Advocacy Organizations, Unveil Sweeping Legislation to Strengthen Support for Immigrants and Refugees
Rep.Grace Meng, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
Foreign Affairs Committee Unanimously Supports Suozzi/King Bipartisan Resolution to Protect Good Friday Agreement During Brexit
Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
Hearing of the House Small Business Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Velázquez, Hearing on Force of Nature: The Power of Small Businesses in America's Recreational Infrastructure
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Oct. 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Kuster, Walorski Lead Bipartisan Letter Calling on VA Clinicians to Check State Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
Tweet - "If @SecPompeo has time to go to New York & get an award from the Hudson Institute, Then he has time to do his duty and brief Congress on what exactly @realDonaldTrump's plan is to contain escaped ISIS prisoners and ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
Tweet - "My heart breaks for Oscar and Valeria and other families who have perished while seeking refuge in the U.S. Today, @RepChuyGarcia, @RepBarbaraLee, and I honored them at the @HispanicCaucus's Día de Los Muertos altar. Our nation must welcome the most vulnerable."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019
Letter to the Hon. James Owens, Acting Admin. of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Schumer reveals: Critical Fed report on school bus safety that studies new tech--like stop sign cams on a bus's side--sits parked in Fed bureaucracy; with +2.3m NY kids riding each day, senator demands Feds release report, implement any needed actions & create fund to help districts purchase cams that can protect kids
Sen.Chuck Schumer
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