| Sept. 8, 2019
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Tweet - "This is a promotional video from the reckless FlyNYON to the tune of You Make My Dreams Come True. No dog's dream is to fly 1000 feet above the ground, doors dangerously off their helicopter, strapped into an uncomfortable harness, helicopter blades whirling loudly just above."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 8, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Schumer reveals: Dangerous chopper company--FlyNYON--Persists with brazen marketing campaign to bait more customers aboard by including new incentive to strap in your dog; despite death of five in similar flight, FlyNYON continues dangerous behavior; Schumer & Menendez demand Fed action
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Sept. 6, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Harris, Colleagues to Lighthizer: No Trade Negotiations with Brazil Until Bolsonaro Protects the Amazon
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Sept. 6, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Robert E. Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Murphy, Schatz, Dem senators to Lighthizer: No trade negotiations with Brazil until Bolsonaro protects the Amazon
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Sept. 6, 2019
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Amidst hurricane season & standing with worried stockade homeowners, Schumer announces flood insurance program reform bill he'll push to pass ASAP while waging fight to prevent critical program from lapsing in upstate NY this month
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 4, 2019
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Environment and climate change subcommittee announces legislative hearing on bill to reauthorize the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| Sept. 4, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Todd Semonite, Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Schumer reveals: Critical effort to protect Nassau's back bay communities from future hurricanes & storms could simply cease unless Feds act; senator urges Army Corps to finish back bays work now---while there's still time
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Sept. 4, 2019
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Tweet - "As Dorian churns up the east coast, the nightmare of Sandy haunts us. That is why the Army Corps must approve the extension of the flood-prevention study for Nassau's Back Bays. We MUST protect our south shore communities."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 3, 2019
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Congressman Joe Morelle, Foodlink, and Community Partners Call on the President to Rescind Proposed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Change
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Rep. Joe Morelle
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| Aug. 29, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Neil Chatterjee, Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - Senate Democrats urge Republican-controlled Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to oppose proposal that could raise electricity prices for millions of Americans, jeopardize thousands of jobs, and dramatically increase carbon emissions
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 29, 2019
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Schumer reveals: under-the-radar Fed decision against bees could sting north country, local Ag, food supply & local economy if not reversed; as honey bee population spirals, Schumer pushes Feds to step-up data collection of insect to help combat trend & keep local populations, biz & jobs buzzing
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 29, 2019
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Tweet - "I strongly urge the Republican led Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to reject this policy that may raise electricity prices for 65 million homes and businesses, and lose thousands of jobs in the 13 states served by the nation's largest grid operator."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 29, 2019
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Tweet - "The Trump administration's proposed rollback of these regulations would be another, horrifying blow to our already-imperiled environment. If necessary, Senate Dems will fight to repeal these new regulations through our Congressional Review Act authority"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 28, 2019
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Chairwoman Velázquez on National Preparedness Month
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| Aug. 28, 2019
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Amidst hurricane season & standing with worried LI homeowners, Schumer debuts flood insurance program reform bill he'll push to pass ASAP while waging fight to prevent critical program from lapsing on LI in September
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 28, 2019
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Tweet - "Our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico and Florida are bracing for a hurricane. @realDonaldTrump, stop raiding disaster funds and work to ensure FEMA is ready to help these Americans."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 27, 2019
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Tweet - "The Trump administration's plan to divert money away from FEMA at the start of hurricane season to continue its efforts to separate & jail migrant families is backwards & cruel."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 26, 2019
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Tweet - "While six world leaders came together to take action & decide on a $20 million aid package to fight the Amazon fires, President @realDonaldTrump skipped the meeting. It's time for the president to take the climate crisis seriously."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 23, 2019
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Letter to Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Meng Sends Letter to President Trump Urging Him to Prioritize Amazon Fires at Upcoming G7 Summit
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Rep. Grace Meng
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| Aug. 23, 2019
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Tweet - "A classic Russian cover up. No one knows the potential health and environmental risks to Russia or the world. Putin must come clean. @realDonaldTrump must demand answers from Putin, and certainly shouldn't be attempting to welcome Putin back to the G7."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 21, 2019
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Tweet - "The #AmazonRainforest has an essential role in curbing climate change, but it's burning at a record rate. We must take meaningful action to protect our planet and put an end to these fires."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 20, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - E&C leaders demand answers on EPA's efforts to change environmental appeals procedures
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| Aug. 16, 2019
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Tweet - "July 2019 was the hottest month ever, of any month, on record. Climate change is the greatest threat facing our planet. It's about our kids. It's about our health. It's about the future. We must act. https://www.noaa.gov/news/july-2019-was-hottest-month-on-record-for-planet
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 15, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Lawmakers Press EPA on Chlorpyrifos Decision
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| Aug. 14, 2019
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Congressman Morelle takes action to fight back against climate change and protect our planet for future generations
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Rep. Joe Morelle
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| Aug. 14, 2019
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Tweet - "The Trump administration's weakening of clean air protections is yet another disgraceful giveaway to corporate polluters at the expense of the public's health, our environment, and the fight to combat climate change."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 14, 2019
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Stefanik Introduces Renewable Electricity Tax Credit Equalization Act
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Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
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| Aug. 13, 2019
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Tweet - "Led by New York & @NewYorkStateAG Letitia James: 29 states & cities from across America just sued President @realDonaldTrump's administration to stop their drive to end the Clean Power Plan Because climate change is the greatest threat facing our planet"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 12, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, the Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Hon. Joseph Otting, Comptroller of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency - Schumer: Growth of Flourishing CNY Industrial Hemp Industry Being Hindered by Lack of Access to Traditional Financial Services on Recently-Legalized Crop; Senator Urges Feds to Issue New Guidance to Assure Financial Institutions of Hemp Legality ASAP, to Better Harvest Potential of Versatile Crop For CNY Farmers
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 12, 2019
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Tweet - "The Trump administration's shortsighted decision to significantly weaken the Endangered Species Act is a slap in the face to those fighting to address the climate crisis & undermines four decades of wildlife conservation efforts."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 9, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Gillibrand, Capito Call for PFAS Provisions to be Included in Final National Defense Authorization Act
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Aug. 6, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Menendez, Booker Urge EPA to Ban Toxic Pesticide Chlorpyrifos
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Aug. 5, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - E&C Leaders Request Investigation Into Trump Administration's Failure to Finalize Oil Spill Protocols
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| Aug. 2, 2019
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Delgado Bill to Aid Family Farmers Passes Both Chambers of Congress, Goes to President for Signature
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 2, 2019
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Schumer Announces Kick-Off of Brand New and Nation's only Industrial Hemp Seed Bank Located at Cornell; Senator Fought Tirelessly to Secure $500 K in Fed Funding for Facility in 2019 Budget, Today Says Seeds--And Profits--will Soon Be Ready to Harvest
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 1, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Reps. Demand Answers on Coal Ash from The EPA
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| July 31, 2019
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Tweet - ""Climate change is the greatest threat to our planet. We must fight it every chance we get. I worked with @SenatorCarper & @EPWDems to ensure the highway bill that passed the Committee on Environment and Public Works includes $10B for climate programs. https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/trafficandcommuting/senate-committee-acknowledges-climate-change-in-passing-287-billion-transportation-bill/2019/07/30/0982d43e-b22d-11e9-951e-de024209545d_story.html?utm_term=.756ce6079fa3
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 31, 2019
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Tweet - "A big roadblock to progress on climate change has been the influence of dark money from Big Oil & Gas And the @USChamber & @ShopFloorNAM have been their accomplices, mouthpieces We need to expose dark money and hold these groups accountable #ChamberOfCarbon #ManufacturedFacts"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 31, 2019
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Tweet - "It's a moral obligation to fight climate change every chance we get. I worked with @SenatorCarper & @EPWDems to ensure the highway bill that passed the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works Included $10 billion for climate programs"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 31, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sarbanes Urges Trump EPA to Reverse Polluter-Friendly Policies and Clean Up Coal Ash Groundwater Contamination
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| July 31, 2019
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CNN Democratic Party Presidential Debate Day 2
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| July 31, 2019
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Climate Change
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 29, 2019
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Schumer Reveals: Under-The-Radar Fed Decision Against Bees Could Sting Mohawk Valley, Local Ag, Food Supply & Local Economy if Not Reversed; as Honey Bee Population Spirals, Schumer Pushes Feds to Step-Up Data Collection of Insect to Help Combat Trend & Keep Local Populations, Biz & Jobs Buzzing
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 29, 2019
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Harris, Ocasio-Cortez Announce Landmark Legislation to Ensure Green New Deal Lifts Up Every Community
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| July 29, 2019
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Gillibrand Announces "Resilient Highways Act" to Give New York State and States Across the Country More Flexibility to Use Federal Funding to Protect Bridges and Highways from Sea Level Rise, Extreme Weather, and Climate Change
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| July 28, 2019
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Schumer Reveals: Under-The-Radar Fed Decision Against Bees Could Sting Nyc & Long Island, Local Food Supply & Economy if Not Reversed; as Honey Bee Population Spirals, Schumer Pushes Feds to Step-Up Data Collection of Insect to Help Combat Trend & Keep Local Populations, Biz & Jobs Buzzing
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 26, 2019
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Tweet - "This is a huge win for consumers. It means progress towards cleaner air and more clean cars. When will @realDonaldTrump understand that Americans want less air pollution and more clean cars? Thanks to @SenatorCarper for helping broker the deal."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 25, 2019
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Tweet - "Reducing the consumption of fossil fuels isn't enough given the climate crisis we face. We have to phase out production--starting now. As president, I will work to get us to net-zero carbon and greenhouse gas emissions nationwide and across the economy."
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| July 25, 2019
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Statement from Congressman Joe Morelle on President Trump's Proposal to Cut Snap Benefits
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Rep. Joe Morelle
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| July 25, 2019
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Finkenauer Looks to Expand Resources for Next Generation of Farmers
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| July 25, 2019
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Cortez Masto introduces Renewable Energy Extension Act
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| July 25, 2019
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Tweet - "BIG: Lake George is receiving $500K in federal funding to help keep our waters clean I was thrilled to come to Lake George in April, help local leaders identify this funding stream, and then go to bat to secure it We'll make sure it continues to be the Queen of American Lakes"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 24, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - O'Halleran, Lawmakers Question Epa Administrator on Abandoned Uranium Mine Cleanup Efforts
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| July 24, 2019
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Tonko Clean Energy Innovation Bills Advance Out of Committee
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| July 24, 2019
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Tweet - "Climate change is the greatest threat to Earth, but @SenateMajLdr McConnell won't let us act. I'm proud @SenWhitehouse is a champion for this fight to address the climate crisis on the Senate floor. He just gave his 250th speech fighting for action. Thank you, Sheldon."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 22, 2019
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Schumer Reveals: Under-The-Radar Fed Decision Hits Bees but Could Also Sting Capital Region, Local Ag, Food Supply & Economy if Not Reversed; as Honey Bee Population Spirals, Schumer Pushes Feds to Step-Up Data Collection of Insect to Help Combat Trend & Keep Upstate Populations, Biz & Jobs Buzzing
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary of Commerce - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| July 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| July 18, 2019
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Velázquez Seeks Ban on Pesticide Linked to Parkinson's
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| July 17, 2019
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Letter to Dr. James F. Reilly II, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - King, Colleagues Opposing Potential Administration Effort at "Hiding" Climate Data
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Tonko Weatherization Bill Advances Out of Committee
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| July 16, 2019
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Bipartisan bill from Sens. Coons, Collins, Reed, Shaheen to enhance and extend landmark energy efficiency program passes Committee
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| July 16, 2019
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Tweet - "Nothing poses a greater danger to our planet than climate change. We set up the @SenateDems Special Committee on the Climate Crisis because it's long past time to act. As @SenateMajLdr, Senator McConnell has not put a significant climate bill on the floor intending to pass it."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 15, 2019
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Letter to Dr. James Reilly, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey - Feinstein, Hirono Lead Letter Warning of Scientific Data Suppression within USGS
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| July 14, 2019
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Tweet - "Yesterday's blackout left 72,000 New Yorkers without power for hours. The @Energy Department must work with the State and City of New York to investigate. This type of massive blackout is entirely preventable with the right investments in our grid."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 12, 2019
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Schumer Statement on Administration's Threat to Block Must-Pass Defense Bill Over Provisions to Shield Drinking Water from Toxic PFAs
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 11, 2019
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Key Energy Subcommittee Advances Tonko Wind Energy Bill
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| July 11, 2019
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Chairman Nadler Statement for the Markup of H.R. 2336, the Family Farmer Relief Act
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| July 11, 2019
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Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump just promised to veto the House defense bill over protections against toxic chemical contamination in our drinking water. Didn't he just say that his administration's top priority is to have "the cleanest water on the planet'?"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 10, 2019
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Gardner, Colleagues Announce Formation of the Roosevelt Conservation Caucus
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Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
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| July 9, 2019
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Blumenauer, Ocasio-Cortez, and Sanders Introduce Resolution to Declare the Climate Crisis a National Emergency
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| July 8, 2019
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Climate Change
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 8, 2019
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Tweet - "Today, amazingly enough, President @realDonaldTrump tried to claim credit as a leader on environmental protection. That is laughable."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 3, 2019
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Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Meng Calls for Improved Data of Lead Water Lines
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Rep. Grace Meng
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| July 3, 2019
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On a Personal Phone Call With New CEO of Canopy Growth, Schumer Secures Commitment From New Leadership That 125M Investment in the Souther Tier Remains Unaffected; Senator Says Project Remains Untouched & Canopy Will Still Bring First-Ever Hemp Industrial Park & Hundreds of Jobs To Broome County
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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