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Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 22, 2020
Tweet - "I stand with the New Yorkers marching to keep the Community Reinvestment Act strong and keep banks committed to investing responsibly and equitably in their local communities. I will continue to fight to ensure it remains the vital resource it is today."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 17, 2020
Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Velázquez Says American Small Businesses Will Pay Price of Trump Wine Tariffs on Europe
Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Jan. 17, 2020
Meeks and New York Delegation Announce Bill to Help Relieve Taxi Medallion Owners of Debt
Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "Despite the improvements Democrats secured to better protect workers: I am voting against USMCA. Because it doesn't address climate change, the greatest threat facing our planet."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "I'm getting under @realDonaldTrump's skin on China trade issues because he knows I'm right: I've been consistent in public and in private that his new trade deal with China is unbelievably bad for American workers and businesses."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 16, 2020
Stefanik Co-Leads the American Innovation and Manufacturing Leadership Act
Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 15, 2020
Velázquez Looks to Increase Equity for Women and Minorities in the Patent System
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Pres. Trump attacked me in a press conference--Let me address that directly His short-term China trade deal is a loss for American businesses & workers If he knew what was in his weak "phase one" deal: He should throw it in the garbage & take China back to the negotiating table"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 15, 2020
China
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 15, 2020
Tweet - "If I sound frustrated and angry, it's because I am. President Trump's "phase-one" trade deal with China is an extreme disappointment. He's conceding our leverage for vague, unenforceable "promises" China never intends to fulfill."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to Robert Lighthizer, Ambassador for U.S. Trade Representative - Co-Chairs Thompson, Newhouse, 106 Wine Caucus Members Urge USTR Not to Target Wine in Trade Disputes
Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - "President Trump: With the signing of the "phase one" trade deal with China this week The terms seem like they'll result in very little progress in reforming China's rapacious trade behaviors It could send China a signal that the US can be steamrolled"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - "President Trump is taking the easy way out with his "phase one" trade deal with China. He's settling for a weak, temporary deal that will cost American businesses, American farmers, and American workers for years to come."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 14, 2020
Tonko-Olson Bill Supporting American HVAC Manufacturing Gets Review
Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 13, 2020
Tweet - "After 18 months of negotiations, President Trump's "phase one" deal with China is stunning in how little of substance it achieves at such a high cost. Americans deserve to know exactly what's in this "phase one" deal before we agree to continue negotiations with China."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader, and the Hon. James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House of Representatives - Golden Leads 75 Members of Congress to Call for Floor Vote on PRO Act
Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Jan. 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Wyden and Bicameral Coalition Ask FCC To Protect Consumers From Wireless Scams
Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Jan. 9, 2020
Tonko Electric Vehicle Charging Bill Advances in House
Rep. Paul Tonko
Jan. 8, 2020
Lawmakers Unveil Ambitious New Plan to Combat Climate Crisis
Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 8, 2020
Capturing All Small Businesses Act of 2019
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 8, 2020
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Jan. 8, 2020
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 8, 2020
Prison to Proprietorship Act
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 8, 2020
Unlocking Opportunities for Small Businesses Act of 2019
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Passed legislation to lower drug costs; Paid family medical leave for millions of Americans; Strengthened trade deal for our workers; Millions to research gun violence as a public health crisis; And that's just what we've done the last few weeks #ForThePeople."
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 19, 2019
Stefanik Applauds House Passage of USMCA
Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 19, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Taiwan Caucus Co-Chairs Lead Letter to USTR on Beginning Trade Deal Negotiations with Taiwan
Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Dec. 19, 2019
Tonko Votes Against USMCA for Failure to Address Climate Change
Rep. Paul Tonko
Dec. 19, 2019
Statement from congressman Joe Morelle on United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)
Rep. Joe Morelle
Dec. 19, 2019
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act
Rep. Gregory Meeks
Dec. 16, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Nadler & Pallone Raise Concerns Over T-Mobile/Sprint Merger Approval Process Change of Merger Order Analysis and Ex Parte Filings Particularly Troubling
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Dec. 14, 2019
Tweet - "Nice try. I've been tough on the Chinese Communist Party my entire career. I didn't support the TPP despite President Obama's entreaties because it wasn't tough enough on China. I stay tough on China. You caved... as usual."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 13, 2019
Velázquez on FDIC Vote to Weaken Community Reinvestment Act
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 13, 2019
Tweet - "President Trump has sold out for a temporary and unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans. Once again, President Trump cannot be relied upon to the do the right thing for American workers and businesses."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 13, 2019
Tweet - "Reports say Pres. Trump sold out for a temporary, unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans We've heard this song & dance from China before Yet again Pres. Trump can't be relied on to do the right thing--even when his statements were pointing in the right direction"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 12, 2019
Meeks Minority Bank Bill Passes HFS Committee Markup
Rep. Gregory Meeks
Dec. 12, 2019
Tweet - "President Trump: Strength is the only way to win with the Chinese Communist Party. Without a strong agreement in place, President Xi will continue to direct an array of predatory trade and other economic tactics that severely undermine American workers and businesses."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019
New Small Business Development Center that Congresswoman Meng Helped to Establish Now Offering Services in Korean
Rep. Grace Meng
Dec. 11, 2019
Schumer, Brindisi buy-american provisions to create good-paying jobs at Sherrill Manufacturing in Oneida County included in must-pass legislation
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 10, 2019
Stefanik Statement on USMCA Agreement
Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 9, 2019
Letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - ICYMI: Ag Committee GOP Leader Conaway Leads 159 Republicans Urging Pelosi to Hold Vote on USMCA
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
Dec. 5, 2019
Stefanik Helps House Pass Legislation Prohibiting Insider Trading
Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 3, 2019
Meng Introduces Critical Legislation to Improve Requirements for Consumer Product Recalls
Rep. Grace Meng
Dec. 3, 2019
Schumer calls Cummins CEO to urge company to preserve 1,700 valuable Jamestown jobs; senator called CEO in wake of news that the company, Chautauqua county's largest private sector employer, would be laying off thousands worldwide
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, the Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Hon. Joseph Otting, Comptroller of the Currency - Schumer announces, following his advocacy, Feds have issued new financial guidance to lenders confirming the legality of industrial hemp; senator says with regulatory uncertainty cleared up, growing hemp industry can continue creating jobs and taking root upstate
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 2, 2019
Udall, Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Stop Cyber Grinches from Ruining Holidays
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 30, 2019
Tweet - "Grateful for all of our small businesses across New York today and every day! #SmallBusinessSaturday"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019
Blumenthal, Schumer, Udall & Tonko Introduce Bill to Stop Cyber Grinches from Ruining Holidays
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 26, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Pascrell and Kildee Seek Answers on Japan Trade Agreements
Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 22, 2020
Tweet - "I stand with the New Yorkers marching to keep the Community Reinvestment Act strong and keep banks committed to investing responsibly and equitably in their local communities. I will continue to fight to ensure it remains the vital resource it is today."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 17, 2020
Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Velázquez Says American Small Businesses Will Pay Price of Trump Wine Tariffs on Europe
Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Jan. 17, 2020
Meeks and New York Delegation Announce Bill to Help Relieve Taxi Medallion Owners of Debt
Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "Despite the improvements Democrats secured to better protect workers: I am voting against USMCA. Because it doesn't address climate change, the greatest threat facing our planet."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "I'm getting under @realDonaldTrump's skin on China trade issues because he knows I'm right: I've been consistent in public and in private that his new trade deal with China is unbelievably bad for American workers and businesses."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 16, 2020
Stefanik Co-Leads the American Innovation and Manufacturing Leadership Act
Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 15, 2020
Velázquez Looks to Increase Equity for Women and Minorities in the Patent System
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 15, 2020
Tweet - "Pres. Trump attacked me in a press conference--Let me address that directly His short-term China trade deal is a loss for American businesses & workers If he knew what was in his weak "phase one" deal: He should throw it in the garbage & take China back to the negotiating table"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 15, 2020
China
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 15, 2020
Tweet - "If I sound frustrated and angry, it's because I am. President Trump's "phase-one" trade deal with China is an extreme disappointment. He's conceding our leverage for vague, unenforceable "promises" China never intends to fulfill."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to Robert Lighthizer, Ambassador for U.S. Trade Representative - Co-Chairs Thompson, Newhouse, 106 Wine Caucus Members Urge USTR Not to Target Wine in Trade Disputes
Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - "President Trump: With the signing of the "phase one" trade deal with China this week The terms seem like they'll result in very little progress in reforming China's rapacious trade behaviors It could send China a signal that the US can be steamrolled"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - "President Trump is taking the easy way out with his "phase one" trade deal with China. He's settling for a weak, temporary deal that will cost American businesses, American farmers, and American workers for years to come."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 14, 2020
Tonko-Olson Bill Supporting American HVAC Manufacturing Gets Review
Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 13, 2020
Tweet - "After 18 months of negotiations, President Trump's "phase one" deal with China is stunning in how little of substance it achieves at such a high cost. Americans deserve to know exactly what's in this "phase one" deal before we agree to continue negotiations with China."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader, and the Hon. James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House of Representatives - Golden Leads 75 Members of Congress to Call for Floor Vote on PRO Act
Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Jan. 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Wyden and Bicameral Coalition Ask FCC To Protect Consumers From Wireless Scams
Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Jan. 9, 2020
Tonko Electric Vehicle Charging Bill Advances in House
Rep.Paul Tonko
Jan. 8, 2020
Lawmakers Unveil Ambitious New Plan to Combat Climate Crisis
Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 8, 2020
Capturing All Small Businesses Act of 2019
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 8, 2020
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Jan. 8, 2020
Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 8, 2020
Prison to Proprietorship Act
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Jan. 8, 2020
Unlocking Opportunities for Small Businesses Act of 2019
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Passed legislation to lower drug costs; Paid family medical leave for millions of Americans; Strengthened trade deal for our workers; Millions to research gun violence as a public health crisis; And that's just what we've done the last few weeks #ForThePeople."
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Dec. 19, 2019
Stefanik Applauds House Passage of USMCA
Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 19, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Taiwan Caucus Co-Chairs Lead Letter to USTR on Beginning Trade Deal Negotiations with Taiwan
Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Dec. 19, 2019
Tonko Votes Against USMCA for Failure to Address Climate Change
Rep.Paul Tonko
Dec. 19, 2019
Statement from congressman Joe Morelle on United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)
Rep.Joe Morelle
Dec. 19, 2019
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act
Rep.Gregory Meeks
Dec. 16, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Nadler & Pallone Raise Concerns Over T-Mobile/Sprint Merger Approval Process Change of Merger Order Analysis and Ex Parte Filings Particularly Troubling
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Dec. 14, 2019
Tweet - "Nice try. I've been tough on the Chinese Communist Party my entire career. I didn't support the TPP despite President Obama's entreaties because it wasn't tough enough on China. I stay tough on China. You caved... as usual."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 13, 2019
Velázquez on FDIC Vote to Weaken Community Reinvestment Act
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 13, 2019
Tweet - "President Trump has sold out for a temporary and unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans. Once again, President Trump cannot be relied upon to the do the right thing for American workers and businesses."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 13, 2019
Tweet - "Reports say Pres. Trump sold out for a temporary, unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans We've heard this song & dance from China before Yet again Pres. Trump can't be relied on to do the right thing--even when his statements were pointing in the right direction"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 12, 2019
Meeks Minority Bank Bill Passes HFS Committee Markup
Rep.Gregory Meeks
Dec. 12, 2019
Tweet - "President Trump: Strength is the only way to win with the Chinese Communist Party. Without a strong agreement in place, President Xi will continue to direct an array of predatory trade and other economic tactics that severely undermine American workers and businesses."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019
New Small Business Development Center that Congresswoman Meng Helped to Establish Now Offering Services in Korean
Rep.Grace Meng
Dec. 11, 2019
Schumer, Brindisi buy-american provisions to create good-paying jobs at Sherrill Manufacturing in Oneida County included in must-pass legislation
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 10, 2019
Stefanik Statement on USMCA Agreement
Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 9, 2019
Letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - ICYMI: Ag Committee GOP Leader Conaway Leads 159 Republicans Urging Pelosi to Hold Vote on USMCA
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
Dec. 5, 2019
Stefanik Helps House Pass Legislation Prohibiting Insider Trading
Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 3, 2019
Meng Introduces Critical Legislation to Improve Requirements for Consumer Product Recalls
Rep.Grace Meng
Dec. 3, 2019
Schumer calls Cummins CEO to urge company to preserve 1,700 valuable Jamestown jobs; senator called CEO in wake of news that the company, Chautauqua county's largest private sector employer, would be laying off thousands worldwide
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, the Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Hon. Joseph Otting, Comptroller of the Currency - Schumer announces, following his advocacy, Feds have issued new financial guidance to lenders confirming the legality of industrial hemp; senator says with regulatory uncertainty cleared up, growing hemp industry can continue creating jobs and taking root upstate
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 2, 2019
Udall, Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Stop Cyber Grinches from Ruining Holidays
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 30, 2019
Tweet - "Grateful for all of our small businesses across New York today and every day! #SmallBusinessSaturday"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019
Blumenthal, Schumer, Udall & Tonko Introduce Bill to Stop Cyber Grinches from Ruining Holidays
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 26, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Pascrell and Kildee Seek Answers on Japan Trade Agreements
Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
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