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Jan. 8, 2020 Lawmakers Unveil Ambitious New Plan to Combat Climate Crisis Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Why is the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission trying to make renewable sources of energy more expensive for Americans in our largest power grid? This is unacceptable. This is not how to fight the climate crisis. We will fight this." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 19, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand announce, following their push, $80 million in funding for Rochester laser lab in just-passed bi-partisan appropriations bill Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 After years long battle, Schumer, Gillibrand secure +$75 million in Fed funding for West Valley Demonstration Project clean up in just-unveiled spending package; neglected program has posed health & environmental threat Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and the Hon. Maria Cantwell, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation - Udall, Senators Urge Stronger Methane Limits in Senate Pipeline Legislation Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and the Hon. Ronald Wyden, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee - Heinrich Pushes For Clean Energy Tax Extenders Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Bill to Provide Tax Credits for Biomass Heating Appliances Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 6, 2019 Tonko, Fortenberry & Lee Unveil Bill to Streamline Permitting for Residential Clean Energy Systems Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is serious, and it can't wait. That's why Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to #ActOnClimate to the Senate floor immediately. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations. #ClimateFriday" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019 Tweet - "RT if you agree it is long past time to #ActOnClimate. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 26, 2019 Gillibrand Statement On Army's Renewable Energy Project Staying In Fort Drum Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 26, 2019 Stefanik Announces Fort Drum Continues to Lead in Energy Resiliency Rep. Elise Stefanik
Nov. 26, 2019 Schumer statement on Army ceasing effort to alter energy contract with ReEnergy; senator says contract supports good-paying jobs, ensures Fort Drum will remain an energy-independent military installation Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Yet another blaring alarm that we need to fight climate change on all fronts. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Lawmakers urge EPA to drop its plan to undo methane waste rule Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 25, 2019 Velázquez on National Grid Gas Restoration Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Nov. 21, 2019 McEachin, Haaland, Dingell, Blumenauer, Tonko & Pingree Introduce 100% Clean Legislation Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to Kris Singh, President and CEO of Holtec International Inc. - Schumer, Gillibrand, Lowey demand answers from Holtec on plans to decommission Indian Point Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Congressman Morelle Takes Bold Action to Address Climate Crisis and Achieve Clean, Sustainable Economy Rep. Joe Morelle
Nov. 19, 2019 Suozzi, Ways and Means colleagues announce green energy package Rep. Tom Suozzi
Nov. 14, 2019 Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Announce The Green New Deal for Public Housing Act Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Senators Markey, Sanders, and Gillibrand Reintroduce Legislation to Protect Communities from Dangerous Nuclear Spent Fuel Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Committee on Ways and Means - Finkenauer and Horn Lead Letter to Leadership Urging Extension of Key Biofuels Tax Incentives Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 1, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chair of the Committee on Appropriations, Letter to the Hon. Betty McCollum, Chair of the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies - Rep. Huffman, Sen. Markey Push for Accountability, Protecting the Arctic and American Taxpayers Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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. Paul Tonko, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Chair Grijalva Leads Amicus Brief With Reps. Velázquez and Soto Opposing PREPA Debt Restructuring Agreement Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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 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. 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 - "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. 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. 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 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 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 The New York Times - Chuck Schumer: A Bold Plan for Clean Cars Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 22, 2019 E&C Subcommittee Announces Legislative Hearing to Address EPA's Mismanagement of Renewable Fuel Standard Program 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 Committee Leaders Release GAO Report Detailing Steps DOE Must Take to Address Environmental Liabilities Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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. 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. 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. 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
Sept. 26, 2019 Letter to John Pettigrew, Chief Executive of the National Grid - Lawmakers Press National Grid on Gas Moratorium Rep. Grace Meng, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces New and Extended Power Allocations That Support More Than 4,100 Jobs Around New York State Rep. Tim Kennedy, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Velázquez on Inspector General MDC Report Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Date Title Politician
Jan. 8, 2020 Lawmakers Unveil Ambitious New Plan to Combat Climate Crisis Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Why is the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission trying to make renewable sources of energy more expensive for Americans in our largest power grid? This is unacceptable. This is not how to fight the climate crisis. We will fight this." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 19, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand announce, following their push, $80 million in funding for Rochester laser lab in just-passed bi-partisan appropriations bill Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 After years long battle, Schumer, Gillibrand secure +$75 million in Fed funding for West Valley Demonstration Project clean up in just-unveiled spending package; neglected program has posed health & environmental threat Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and the Hon. Maria Cantwell, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation - Udall, Senators Urge Stronger Methane Limits in Senate Pipeline Legislation Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and the Hon. Ronald Wyden, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee - Heinrich Pushes For Clean Energy Tax Extenders Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Bill to Provide Tax Credits for Biomass Heating Appliances Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 6, 2019 Tonko, Fortenberry & Lee Unveil Bill to Streamline Permitting for Residential Clean Energy Systems Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is serious, and it can't wait. That's why Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to #ActOnClimate to the Senate floor immediately. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations. #ClimateFriday" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019 Tweet - "RT if you agree it is long past time to #ActOnClimate. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 26, 2019 Gillibrand Statement On Army's Renewable Energy Project Staying In Fort Drum Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 26, 2019 Stefanik Announces Fort Drum Continues to Lead in Energy Resiliency Rep.Elise Stefanik
Nov. 26, 2019 Schumer statement on Army ceasing effort to alter energy contract with ReEnergy; senator says contract supports good-paying jobs, ensures Fort Drum will remain an energy-independent military installation Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Yet another blaring alarm that we need to fight climate change on all fronts. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Lawmakers urge EPA to drop its plan to undo methane waste rule Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 25, 2019 Velázquez on National Grid Gas Restoration Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Nov. 21, 2019 McEachin, Haaland, Dingell, Blumenauer, Tonko & Pingree Introduce 100% Clean Legislation Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to Kris Singh, President and CEO of Holtec International Inc. - Schumer, Gillibrand, Lowey demand answers from Holtec on plans to decommission Indian Point Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Congressman Morelle Takes Bold Action to Address Climate Crisis and Achieve Clean, Sustainable Economy Rep.Joe Morelle
Nov. 19, 2019 Suozzi, Ways and Means colleagues announce green energy package Rep.Tom Suozzi
Nov. 14, 2019 Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Announce The Green New Deal for Public Housing Act Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Senators Markey, Sanders, and Gillibrand Reintroduce Legislation to Protect Communities from Dangerous Nuclear Spent Fuel Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Committee on Ways and Means - Finkenauer and Horn Lead Letter to Leadership Urging Extension of Key Biofuels Tax Incentives Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 1, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chair of the Committee on Appropriations, Letter to the Hon. Betty McCollum, Chair of the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies - Rep. Huffman, Sen. Markey Push for Accountability, Protecting the Arctic and American Taxpayers Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
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.Paul Tonko, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Chair Grijalva Leads Amicus Brief With Reps. Velázquez and Soto Opposing PREPA Debt Restructuring Agreement Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
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 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. 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 - "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. 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. 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 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 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 The New York Times - Chuck Schumer: A Bold Plan for Clean Cars Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 22, 2019 E&C Subcommittee Announces Legislative Hearing to Address EPA's Mismanagement of Renewable Fuel Standard Program 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 Committee Leaders Release GAO Report Detailing Steps DOE Must Take to Address Environmental Liabilities Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
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. 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. 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. 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
Sept. 26, 2019 Letter to John Pettigrew, Chief Executive of the National Grid - Lawmakers Press National Grid on Gas Moratorium Rep.Grace Meng, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces New and Extended Power Allocations That Support More Than 4,100 Jobs Around New York State Rep.Tim Kennedy, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Velázquez on Inspector General MDC Report Rep.Nydia Velázquez
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