| July 1, 2019
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Letter to Phyllis Fong, USDA Inspector General - Members of Congress Demand Answers on Puerto Rico Nutrition Funding Delay
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| July 1, 2019
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Representative Adriano Espaillat Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Stop Chinese Electronic Counterfeiting
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| June 27, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Rick Perry, Secretary of the Department of Energy, Hon. Pete Gaynor, Acting FEMA Administrator, Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the OMB - Rep. Soto, Members Request Funds Disbursement to Rebuild Electrical Grid in Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
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| June 27, 2019
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Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture - Velázquez Presses USDA on Climate Research
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| June 26, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Phyllis Fong, Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture - Van Hollen, Senate Colleagues Call for Investigation At USDA Amid Reports of Scientific Data Suppression
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| June 26, 2019
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Tonko Statement on Resignation of EPA Air Chief Bill Wehrum
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| June 25, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Mary Nichols, Chair of the California Air Resources Board - Bipartisan Lawmakers Urge Good Faith Effort to Reach Agreement on Fuel Economy Standards
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| June 25, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation - Bipartisan Lawmakers Urge Good Faith Effort to Reach Agreement on Fuel Economy Standards
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| June 24, 2019
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Schumer: Growing Concern Across Bethpage Into Navy Contractor Tasked to Investigate & Report on Radium Levels Around Plume Demands Action; Senator Pushes to Include New Amendment in Must-Pass Legislation to Guarantee Li's Groundwater Test Results Get an Independent, Second Look
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 20, 2019
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Representative Adriano Espaillat Introduces House Resolution to Address Impact of Climate Change on Marginalized Communities
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| June 20, 2019
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Congressman Nadler Statement on H.R. 2740, FY20 Appropriations Minibus
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| June 19, 2019
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Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, Hon.Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Charles E. Grassley, Chairmen of the Senate Finance Committee, and Hon. Ron Wyden, Ranking member on the Senate Finance Committee - Cortez Masto Urges Senate Leaders to Prioritize Clean Energy Tax Credits to Boost U.S. Solar Industry
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| June 19, 2019
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Tweet - "New York's climate bill will put our state on a course for a net-zero carbon economy by 2050. It'll be one of the most robust climate policy packages in the world. It should serve as a blueprint for other states to follow. #PassTheCCPA"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 19, 2019
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House Approves Velázquez Amendment on Caño Martín Peña
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| June 19, 2019
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Tweet - "Today, President @realDonaldTrump's Administration announced their so-called "Affordable Clean Energy" rule, which is neither affordable nor clean. It's just a giveaway to big polluters, and does nothing to reduce carbon pollution. #DirtyPowerScam"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 19, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Senator Warren and Colleagues to Congressional Budget Negotiators: Make Child Care, Affordable Housing, and Addressing the Climate Crisis Top Priorities
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| June 18, 2019
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Tweet - "I'm excited to say I've joined @RepRaulGrijalva, @NydiaVelazquez, and more to call for rejection of the $8 billion agreement to restructure Puerto Rico's energy system debt that will hammer ratepayers for decades and derail efforts to rebuild with renewable, clean energy."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 13, 2019
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Stefanik Secures Wins for North Country, Fort Drum, Military Families in FY2020 NDAA
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| June 12, 2019
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Tweet - "Climate change endangers our economy. Period. That's why I'm proud Rostin Behnam's using his position at the @CFTC to stand up to @realDonaldTrump on climate change I recommended Rostin Behnam for this position, and he's standing strong for our country"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 12, 2019
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Committee Approves Velázquez Flood Insurance Bill
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| June 12, 2019
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Chairman Nadler Statement for Markup of H.R. 1986, the Effective Prosecution of Biological Toxins and Agents Act
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| June 11, 2019
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Stefanik Cosponsors Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| June 11, 2019
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Huffman, 53 Lawmakers to Army Corps of Engineers : Block the Proposed Pebble Mine
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Rep. Grace Meng, ...
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| June 8, 2019
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Tweet - "One big reason for the slow progress on climate policy has been the oppressive grip by Big Oil, Big Gas, Big Coal They've spent untold millions And one of the largest perpetrators has been the @USChamber They never reveal their donors, and they've acted as a front for Big Oil"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 7, 2019
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Brown Introduces Legislation Directing Trump Administration to Meet Standards Set by Paris Climate Agreement
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| June 6, 2019
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Harris, Feinstein, Colleagues Introduce Bill Directing Trump Administration to Meet Standards Set by the Paris Climate Agreement
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| June 5, 2019
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Tweet - "If they're serious on climate change: The Chamber of Commerce could use its influence to convince the Trump administration to back off its attacks on climate science and the National Climate Assessment. The business community's voice can make a big difference. #ChamberOfCarbon"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 5, 2019
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Tweet - "No threat poses a greater danger to our planet than climate change We need all hands on deck--federal, corporate leaders, municipalities, global effort--to meet it head-on And that includes the Chamber of Commerce and the business community #WorldEnvironmentDay #ChamberOfCarbon"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 5, 2019
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Climate Change
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 4, 2019
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Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement on House Passage of $19.1 Billion Dollar Disaster Aid Package
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| May 29, 2019
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Schumer Rallies: Feds Should Not Hammer LI Homeowners Taking Part in Suffolk's Innovative, New Septic Program with Onerous IRS Tax Bill; Local Program Is Meant to Reduce Massive Nitrogen Pollution in Li Waterways, Not Increase Taxes on Those Participating
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 28, 2019
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Tweet - ""The attack on science is underway throughout the government." It is horrifying that our own government is sowing disinformation about climate science. I'm pushing to block funding for Trump admin efforts to deny or ignore science. Climate change is a huge threat. We must act."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 28, 2019
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Congressman Joe Morelle Joins American Flood Coalition to Combat Rising Flood Waters, Continues Calls for Lakeshore Resiliency Investments
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Rep. Joe Morelle
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| May 25, 2019
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Espaillat Staff Celebrates Earth Day With Day of Action Throughout New York's 13th Congressional District
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| May 23, 2019
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Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Representatives Cohen, Bonamici and McCollum Lead Letter Demanding Answers from EPA on Asbestos
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| May 23, 2019
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Governor Cuomo Announces Release of State Investigation and Proposed Plan to Contain Navy Grumman Plume
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Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
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| May 22, 2019
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Tweet - "New York's Climate and Community Protection Act, if passed, would be the most robust climate policy package passed by any state in the country. Because our state must be a leader on climate change."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 22, 2019
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Tweet - "The Climate and Community Protection Act introduced by @SteveEngles in the New York State Assembly and @ToddKaminsky in the State Senate will help communities at the front lines of climate change and create a tremendous number of new jobs for New Yorkers."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 22, 2019
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Climate Change
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 22, 2019
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Tweet - "New York must be a leader on climate change to show America the way That's why I'm supporting the Climate and Community Protection Act in NY It calls for a just transition to a renewable energy economy, good jobs, & investment in communities at the front lines of climate change"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 21, 2019
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Velázquez Seeks to Remove Dangerous Pesticide from Wildlife Refuges
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| May 21, 2019
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Letter to Sen. John Barrasso, Chair of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, and Sen. Thomas Carper, Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee - Cardin Leads Call for EPW to Prioritize Climate and Resiliency Investments in Surface Transportation Reauthorization
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| May 20, 2019
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Letter to Hon. John Barrasso, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, and Thomas R. Carper, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works - Cortez Masto, Colleagues Ask Epw to Incorporate Climate Change Considerations in Surface Transportation Reauthorization
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 16, 2019
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Tonko Weatherization Bill Advances to Full Committee
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| May 16, 2019
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Gillibrand, Capito, Carper Introduce Bill To Identify The Sources Of PFAS Emissions In New York And Across The Country
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 15, 2019
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Capito, Gillibrand Introduce Bill to Require Drinking Water Standard for PFAS
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 15, 2019
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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
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| May 13, 2019
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 13, 2019
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 10, 2019
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Letter to EPA Administrator Wheeler - U.S. Reps. Castor, Schrier & Colleagues Oppose Undermining Protections Against Mercury Pollution
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| May 9, 2019
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Tweet - "One of the biggest impediments to progress on climate change has been the pervasive influence of dark money from Big Oil & Big Gas For years, the @USChamber has been their accomplice and mouthpiece We need to expose dark money and hold these groups accountable #ChamberOfCarbon"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 6, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby and the Hon. Patrick Leahy - Keep Appropriations Bill Free of Anti-Environmental Riders
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 2, 2019
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Meng Measure Stressing Link Between Climate Change and Food Security Passes House
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Rep. Grace Meng
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| May 2, 2019
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Feinstein Introduces Bill to Protect West Coast from Dangerous Offshore Drilling
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 2, 2019
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Congressman Joe Morelle Takes Action to Address Climate Change Crisis, Protect Planet for Future Generations
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Rep. Joe Morelle
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| May 2, 2019
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Houses Passes the Espaillat Amendment Justice to Ensure the Inclusion of Communities of Color During Climate Debate
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| May 1, 2019
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Climate Action Now Act
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| May 1, 2019
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Climate Action Now Act
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| May 1, 2019
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Climate Action Now Act
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Rep. Grace Meng
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| May 1, 2019
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Executive Session
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 1, 2019
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Climate Action Now Act
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Rep. Yvette Clarke
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| April 30, 2019
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Tonko Champions Bills to Strengthen U.S. Heritage Areas including Erie Canalway
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| April 26, 2019
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Letter to Andrew Wheeler, EPA Administrator - Senators to EPA: Change Course and Extend Methylene Chloride Protections to Workers
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| April 26, 2019
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Letter to Sen. John Hoeven, Chair of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Sen. Jeff Merkley, Ranking Member of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Their Push to Secure at Least $5 Million in Federal Funds to Support Maple Syrup Producers in Upstate New York
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| April 25, 2019
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Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Impact of Climate Change
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| April 25, 2019
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Tweet - "Will we just let baseball suffer because Emerald Ash Borer is threatening ash trees? Those are the trees vital, upstate NY companies like @CooperstownBat use to make @MLB bats We need federal funding to strike out the invasive Emerald Ash Borer"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 24, 2019
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Casten, Neguse, and Levin Lead Freshman Letter Urging Prioritization of Climate Issues In FY2020 Appropriations
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| April 22, 2019
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Chairwoman Velázquez on Earth Day
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| April 22, 2019
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Tweet - "It's more important than ever to demand strong action on climate change. @SenateDems are focused like a laser on highlighting climate change every day and demanding Republicans in charge of the Senate act. All day today, I'll share how we're fighting for action using #EarthDay."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 18, 2019
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Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Impact of Climate Change
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| April 17, 2019
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Gillibrand Introduces New Legislation To Eliminate Pesticide From Food In School Meals
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| April 16, 2019
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Letter to Kristine L. Svinicki, Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission - Gillibrand Announces That Following Her Push, Nuclear Regulatory Commission Will Host Public Meeting At Indian Point in Westchester
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| April 16, 2019
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Letter to Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the Committee on Appropriations and Kay Granger, Ranking Member - Rep. Wild Cosigns Freshman Letter Urging Prioritization of Climate Issues in Fy2020 Appropriations
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| April 15, 2019
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Letter to Administrator Wheeler and Assistant Secretary James - Rep. McEachin, Jayapal, Diaz Barragán, Lead Letter Urging House to Protect the Clean Water Act
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
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| April 15, 2019
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Schumer: With Baseball Season in Full Swing, Emerald Ash Borer Is Creeping Into Otsego County and Threatening Local Ash Trees Used to Make World Famous Baseball Bats; Senator Launches Major Push to Secure Federal Funding to Help Strike out Destructive Invasives
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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