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Oct. 30, 2019 Stefanik Sends TICK Act Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs Rep. Elise Stefanik
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "OMB's abysmal response is evidence of their ineptitude and disregard for our fellow American citizens in Puerto Rico. Their inability to answer simple questions about critical federal disaster funds means families will continue to needlessly wait." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2019 Rep. Paul Tonko
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Steny H. Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House of Representatives - More than 160 Members Urge House Democratic Leadership to Prioritize Clean Energy Tax Policies Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "We cannot turn our planet into the Bad Place. I was proud to talk with @TedDanson and @Oceana about the urgency of the climate crisis and how we need to fight climate change, from implementing my #CleanCars plan to protecting our oceans." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "7 years after Superstorm Sandy: NY has made a lot of progress, but too many homeowners are still struggling to get back on their feet. I'll keep fighting to ensure that they can fully recover and that our communities are better prepared for the future." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "For decades, Big Oil has used secret channels of influence to block action on climate change. Today, @SenDemsClimate is bringing together scientists & scholars who track these corporate misinformation campaigns. Because it's past time to act on climate." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Big Oil is already lining up to oppose my new plan to rapidly phase out gas-powered vehicles for #CleanCars. I have three words for Big Oil: Bring It On." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the U.S. EPA, and Mr. Pete Lopez, Regional EPA Administrator - Velázquez Wants EPA to Uphold Coal Ash Safeguards Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Oct. 29, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Tweet - "Bring. It. On." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Tweet - "I just announced a new plan to rapidly phase out gas-powered vehicles & replace them with clean vehicles like electric cars. The goal of the plan--which also aims to spur a transformation in U.S. manufacturing--is that by 2040 all vehicles on the road should be clean. #CleanCars" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 27, 2019 Schumer announces first major step to help NYS meet 2050 carbon-free target; NY & Long Island families would save thousands under his plan; new clean car purchases will be accessible to all, making carbon-emitting vehicles a thing of the past Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to stand side by side with New York Legislators who passed our 2050 climate bill. My #CleanCars plan would be a major step toward New York's 2050 carbon-free target. And it would save New York families thousands at the gas pump." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 26, 2019 Reps. Maloney, Nadler, Velazquez introduce legislation to address NYC's helicopter safety needs Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Oct. 25, 2019 Tweet - "BREAKING: I just announced bold new plan to: 1. Make #CleanCars affordable 2. Make charging infrastructure accessible to all 3. Make America a leader in clean car manufacturing And here's how it works:" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 The New York Times - Chuck Schumer: A Bold Plan for Clean Cars Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 Tweet - "THIS IS BIG. I'm announcing a new, transformative plan for #CleanCars. The goal? Rapidly phase out gas powered vehicles and replace them with clean vehicles. It would establish the U.S. as a global leader in clean car manufacturing." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 Tweet - "The scale of this plan is big: It'd mean 63 million fewer carbon-emitting cars on the road It'd create tens of thousands of good-paying jobs And what's different? It can bring together the environmental movement, the labor movement, & large automakers" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "Rep. Ocasio-Cortez on impeachment invest." Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton Leads Letter Urging House and Senate Appropriators to Block Funding for Relocation of USDA Research Agencies Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Velázquez introduces historic bill to protect environmental migrants Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Oct. 23, 2019 Gillibrand Demands Answers From EPA On Why It Has Yet To Act And Protect Communities Across The Country From Toxic PFAS Chemicals Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Oct. 22, 2019 E&C Subcommittee Announces Legislative Hearing to Address EPA's Mismanagement of Renewable Fuel Standard Program Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Oct. 22, 2019 Passage of Bipartisan PACT Act, Protecting Animals From Cruelty in Key Utilization of New House Rules Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ricky James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, and the Hon. Todd Semonite, Commanding General of the Army Corps of Engineers - Schumer: Lasalle park & ward pumping station's $100m revitalization in danger from crumbling seawall; Feds have yet to approve emergency funding for 100% of project, +$5m, putting city's renaissance on hold; senator urges Feds to approve project & get shovels in the ground ASAP Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "It's outrageous that President Trump's admin deliberately defied Congress to stall aid for our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico. Families are paying the price for this delay. The administration must release these funds we fought so hard to secure for the people of Puerto Rico." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 21, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle Calls on Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to Take Action to Ensure Safety of Baby Food Rep. Joe Morelle
Oct. 18, 2019 Committee Leaders Release GAO Report Detailing Steps DOE Must Take to Address Environmental Liabilities Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Letter to Hon. Alex M. Azar, II, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Shaheen & Hassan Call for Quick Distribution of LIHEAP Assistance Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle, Foodlink Condemn Proposed Cuts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Rep. Joe Morelle
Oct. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Vicki Christiansen, Chief of the U.S. Forest Service, and the Hon. Matthew Lohr, Chief of the Natural Resource Conservation Service - Schumer: In the wake of 18-day forest fire that ravaged picturesque Dutchess & Putnam county mountains and natural land, Feds should step in & lend a hand; senator urges U.S. Forest Service to collaborate with local officials to identify & secure federal $$$ to restore Hudson Valley natural beauty Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 S.J. Res. 53 Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "The Congressional Review Act allows Congress to undo a regulation from this administration. And today, we're forcing a vote in the Senate to undo President @realDonaldTrump's so-called "Affordable Clean Energy Rule" that actually weakens efforts to fight the climate crisis." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "It's long past time for us to act to fight the climate crisis. That's why we're forcing a vote today in the Senate to undo President @realDonaldTrump's rule that actually weakens efforts to fight the climate crisis." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump has failed to offer any proposal to address climate change In almost every case, his policies and executive actions have made the dangers of the climate crisis worse And Senate Republicans demonstrated today that they are willing to bury their heads in the sand" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Following his push, Schumer announces agriculture appropriations bill includes a vital provision to update unfair protein crediting system, making greek yogurt more economical in national school meal programs & supporting dairy industry Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, II, Secetary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Gillibrand calls on Trump Administration to immediately release critical home heating funding for low-income seniors and families at highest level possible Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Oct. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Over the next few weeks, Senate Democrats will force Republicans to vote on: Whether to protect Americans with pre-existing conditions or not, Whether to protect middle-class families from a tax hike or not, Whether to protect our climate or not." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 15, 2019 Senate Legislative Agenda Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 11, 2019 Schumer Announces, Following His Push, New & Highest Ever 5-Year, $409.9 Million Work Agreement Between Rochester Laser Lab and Federal Dept. of Energy; Senator Says Agreement Is Critical for Lab to Continue Groundbreaking National Security Research Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 10, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces $1.5 Million Available to School Districts Through State's Farm-To-School Program Rep. Tim Kennedy, ...
Oct. 10, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces Expansion of Mandela Market on Buffalo's East Side Rep. Tim Kennedy, ...
Oct. 10, 2019 Tweet - "We won't sit around & wait for @SenateMajLdr McConnell to wake up and finally take action to fight climate change We're going to force a Senate vote to repeal the rule from @realDonaldTrump's admin that weakens carbon emissions standards for power plants" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "New York couldn't be more proud of SUNY @BinghamtonU's Professor Whittingham for winning the #NobelPrize in Chemistry for his groundbreaking research on lithium-ion batteries. His work has helped transform our energy capacity in the U.S. and revolutionize our energy economy." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2019 Schumer statement on Binghmaton University professor M. Stanley Whittingham winning Nobel Prize Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - After decades of arsenic seeping into Putnam drinking water & soil, Schumer calls on EPA to put Kent mine on national priorities clean-up list ASAP; senator demands EPA clean up the mess ASAP & finally restore public health and peace of mind in Putnam Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2019 At Boehm farm and orchard in Greene County, Schumer touts recently-secured fix to crop research program, which will maintain & secure Upstate NY's position as a national leader in apple production Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Tim Thomas, Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission - Schumer: Delaware County's $400m tourism industry, hundreds of businesses, thousands of residents and countless yearly visitors jeopardized by lack of early flood notification system; senator pushes to secure federal grant to install long-sought and desperately-needed audible extreme weather alert system Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
Oct. 30, 2019 Stefanik Sends TICK Act Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs Rep.Elise Stefanik
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "OMB's abysmal response is evidence of their ineptitude and disregard for our fellow American citizens in Puerto Rico. Their inability to answer simple questions about critical federal disaster funds means families will continue to needlessly wait." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2019 Rep.Paul Tonko
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Steny H. Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House of Representatives - More than 160 Members Urge House Democratic Leadership to Prioritize Clean Energy Tax Policies Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "We cannot turn our planet into the Bad Place. I was proud to talk with @TedDanson and @Oceana about the urgency of the climate crisis and how we need to fight climate change, from implementing my #CleanCars plan to protecting our oceans." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "7 years after Superstorm Sandy: NY has made a lot of progress, but too many homeowners are still struggling to get back on their feet. I'll keep fighting to ensure that they can fully recover and that our communities are better prepared for the future." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "For decades, Big Oil has used secret channels of influence to block action on climate change. Today, @SenDemsClimate is bringing together scientists & scholars who track these corporate misinformation campaigns. Because it's past time to act on climate." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Big Oil is already lining up to oppose my new plan to rapidly phase out gas-powered vehicles for #CleanCars. I have three words for Big Oil: Bring It On." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the U.S. EPA, and Mr. Pete Lopez, Regional EPA Administrator - Velázquez Wants EPA to Uphold Coal Ash Safeguards Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Oct. 29, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Tweet - "Bring. It. On." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Tweet - "I just announced a new plan to rapidly phase out gas-powered vehicles & replace them with clean vehicles like electric cars. The goal of the plan--which also aims to spur a transformation in U.S. manufacturing--is that by 2040 all vehicles on the road should be clean. #CleanCars" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 27, 2019 Schumer announces first major step to help NYS meet 2050 carbon-free target; NY & Long Island families would save thousands under his plan; new clean car purchases will be accessible to all, making carbon-emitting vehicles a thing of the past Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Oct. 27, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to stand side by side with New York Legislators who passed our 2050 climate bill. My #CleanCars plan would be a major step toward New York's 2050 carbon-free target. And it would save New York families thousands at the gas pump." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 26, 2019 Reps. Maloney, Nadler, Velazquez introduce legislation to address NYC's helicopter safety needs Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Oct. 25, 2019 Tweet - "BREAKING: I just announced bold new plan to: 1. Make #CleanCars affordable 2. Make charging infrastructure accessible to all 3. Make America a leader in clean car manufacturing And here's how it works:" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 The New York Times - Chuck Schumer: A Bold Plan for Clean Cars Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 Tweet - "THIS IS BIG. I'm announcing a new, transformative plan for #CleanCars. The goal? Rapidly phase out gas powered vehicles and replace them with clean vehicles. It would establish the U.S. as a global leader in clean car manufacturing." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 Tweet - "The scale of this plan is big: It'd mean 63 million fewer carbon-emitting cars on the road It'd create tens of thousands of good-paying jobs And what's different? It can bring together the environmental movement, the labor movement, & large automakers" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 24, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "Rep. Ocasio-Cortez on impeachment invest." Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton Leads Letter Urging House and Senate Appropriators to Block Funding for Relocation of USDA Research Agencies Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Velázquez introduces historic bill to protect environmental migrants Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Oct. 23, 2019 Gillibrand Demands Answers From EPA On Why It Has Yet To Act And Protect Communities Across The Country From Toxic PFAS Chemicals Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Oct. 22, 2019 E&C Subcommittee Announces Legislative Hearing to Address EPA's Mismanagement of Renewable Fuel Standard Program Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Oct. 22, 2019 Passage of Bipartisan PACT Act, Protecting Animals From Cruelty in Key Utilization of New House Rules Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ricky James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, and the Hon. Todd Semonite, Commanding General of the Army Corps of Engineers - Schumer: Lasalle park & ward pumping station's $100m revitalization in danger from crumbling seawall; Feds have yet to approve emergency funding for 100% of project, +$5m, putting city's renaissance on hold; senator urges Feds to approve project & get shovels in the ground ASAP Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "It's outrageous that President Trump's admin deliberately defied Congress to stall aid for our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico. Families are paying the price for this delay. The administration must release these funds we fought so hard to secure for the people of Puerto Rico." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 21, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle Calls on Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to Take Action to Ensure Safety of Baby Food Rep.Joe Morelle
Oct. 18, 2019 Committee Leaders Release GAO Report Detailing Steps DOE Must Take to Address Environmental Liabilities Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Letter to Hon. Alex M. Azar, II, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Shaheen & Hassan Call for Quick Distribution of LIHEAP Assistance Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle, Foodlink Condemn Proposed Cuts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Rep.Joe Morelle
Oct. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Vicki Christiansen, Chief of the U.S. Forest Service, and the Hon. Matthew Lohr, Chief of the Natural Resource Conservation Service - Schumer: In the wake of 18-day forest fire that ravaged picturesque Dutchess & Putnam county mountains and natural land, Feds should step in & lend a hand; senator urges U.S. Forest Service to collaborate with local officials to identify & secure federal $$$ to restore Hudson Valley natural beauty Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 S.J. Res. 53 Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "The Congressional Review Act allows Congress to undo a regulation from this administration. And today, we're forcing a vote in the Senate to undo President @realDonaldTrump's so-called "Affordable Clean Energy Rule" that actually weakens efforts to fight the climate crisis." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "It's long past time for us to act to fight the climate crisis. That's why we're forcing a vote today in the Senate to undo President @realDonaldTrump's rule that actually weakens efforts to fight the climate crisis." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump has failed to offer any proposal to address climate change In almost every case, his policies and executive actions have made the dangers of the climate crisis worse And Senate Republicans demonstrated today that they are willing to bury their heads in the sand" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Following his push, Schumer announces agriculture appropriations bill includes a vital provision to update unfair protein crediting system, making greek yogurt more economical in national school meal programs & supporting dairy industry Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, II, Secetary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Gillibrand calls on Trump Administration to immediately release critical home heating funding for low-income seniors and families at highest level possible Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Oct. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Over the next few weeks, Senate Democrats will force Republicans to vote on: Whether to protect Americans with pre-existing conditions or not, Whether to protect middle-class families from a tax hike or not, Whether to protect our climate or not." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 15, 2019 Senate Legislative Agenda Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 11, 2019 Schumer Announces, Following His Push, New & Highest Ever 5-Year, $409.9 Million Work Agreement Between Rochester Laser Lab and Federal Dept. of Energy; Senator Says Agreement Is Critical for Lab to Continue Groundbreaking National Security Research Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 10, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces $1.5 Million Available to School Districts Through State's Farm-To-School Program Rep.Tim Kennedy, ...
Oct. 10, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces Expansion of Mandela Market on Buffalo's East Side Rep.Tim Kennedy, ...
Oct. 10, 2019 Tweet - "We won't sit around & wait for @SenateMajLdr McConnell to wake up and finally take action to fight climate change We're going to force a Senate vote to repeal the rule from @realDonaldTrump's admin that weakens carbon emissions standards for power plants" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "New York couldn't be more proud of SUNY @BinghamtonU's Professor Whittingham for winning the #NobelPrize in Chemistry for his groundbreaking research on lithium-ion batteries. His work has helped transform our energy capacity in the U.S. and revolutionize our energy economy." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2019 Schumer statement on Binghmaton University professor M. Stanley Whittingham winning Nobel Prize Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - After decades of arsenic seeping into Putnam drinking water & soil, Schumer calls on EPA to put Kent mine on national priorities clean-up list ASAP; senator demands EPA clean up the mess ASAP & finally restore public health and peace of mind in Putnam Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2019 At Boehm farm and orchard in Greene County, Schumer touts recently-secured fix to crop research program, which will maintain & secure Upstate NY's position as a national leader in apple production Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Tim Thomas, Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission - Schumer: Delaware County's $400m tourism industry, hundreds of businesses, thousands of residents and countless yearly visitors jeopardized by lack of early flood notification system; senator pushes to secure federal grant to install long-sought and desperately-needed audible extreme weather alert system Sen.Chuck Schumer
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