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Sept. 26, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces City of Buffalo and Erie County Among 16 New Certified Climate Smart Communities Rep. Tim Kennedy, ...
Sept. 25, 2019 Committee releases GAO report warning of cyberscecurity risks facing U.S. electric grid Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Sept. 20, 2019 Letter to Pat Cipollone, Counsel to the President and Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General Antitrust Division - Nadler & Cicilline Demand Answers from WH & DOJ About Antitrust Investigation into Automakers Who Struck Vehicle Emissions Deal with CA Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Harris, Feinstein, Senate Democrats Introduce Clean Air, Healthy Kids Act to Rescind President Trump's Anti-Climate Agenda Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Finkenauer Seeks to Expand Opportunity for Small Businesses in the Green Economy Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Bennet, Markey, Cantwell, Carper, Schumer and Udall Introduce Legislation to Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Sept. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Board of Directors of Overseas Private Investment Corporation - Rep. Adriano Espaillat of Congress in Letter Opposing Opic Investment in Argentina Fracking Projects Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Sept. 9, 2019 House passes bipartisan bill to reduce harmful diesel pollution Rep. Paul Tonko
Aug. 29, 2019 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." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 29, 2019 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 Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 14, 2019 Stefanik Introduces Renewable Electricity Tax Credit Equalization Act Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
Aug. 14, 2019 Congressman Morelle takes action to fight back against climate change and protect our planet for future generations Rep. Joe Morelle
Aug. 5, 2019 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 Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
July 31, 2019 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 Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
July 25, 2019 Cortez Masto introduces Renewable Energy Extension Act Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 24, 2019 Tonko Clean Energy Innovation Bills Advance Out of Committee Rep. Paul Tonko
July 14, 2019 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." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 11, 2019 Key Energy Subcommittee Advances Tonko Wind Energy Bill Rep. Paul Tonko
June 27, 2019 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 Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 25, 2019 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 Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 25, 2019 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 Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 19, 2019 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" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 18, 2019 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." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 11, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Klobuchar, Duckworth Lead Letter Urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to Cease Issuing Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) "Hardship' Waivers Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
June 11, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator to the Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth, Durbin and Klobuchar Urge Trump Administration to Stop Undermining Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) by Abusing 'Hardship' Waivers Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
June 5, 2019 Climate Change Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 22, 2019 Climate Change Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 2, 2019 Feinstein Introduces Bill to Protect West Coast from Dangerous Offshore Drilling Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
April 10, 2019 Letter to Acting Secretary Bernhardt - Demand Transparency, Public Input for Oil and Gas Leasing on Public Lands Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
April 8, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, Rep. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, and Rep. Steven Scalise, House Minority Whip - LaHood Joins Bipartisan Group to Introduce Extension for the Biodiesel Tax Credit Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
April 5, 2019 Letter to Senator Lamar Alexander, and Senator Dianne Feinstein - Schumer, Gillibrand Lead Push In Senate To Secure Millions In Federal Funding For RIT-Led Remade Manufacturing Institute To Support High-Tech Jobs And Clean Energy Innovation In Rochester Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
April 3, 2019 Tonko, Coons Advance Bill to Weatherize Homes, Lower Consumer Utility Bills Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
March 28, 2019 15 Coastal Senators to Oppose Interior Secretary Nomination Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
March 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. David Bernhardt, Acting Secretary of the Interior - Schumer, Gillibrand Demand Answers on Acting Secretary of Interior's Plan for Offshore Drilling Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
March 5, 2019 Responsible Disposal Reauthorization Act of 2019 Rep. Paul Tonko
March 5, 2019 Reauthorizing West Valley Demonstration Project Rep. Paul Tonko
Feb. 21, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump's administration decided all on their own to end talks with California about whether the state is allowed to set its own fuel-efficiency standards:" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 11, 2019 Letter to Neil Chatterjee, Chairman Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - Representative Levin Calls for Further Action on Key FERC Renewables Rule Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Feb. 8, 2019 Hirono, Markey, Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Green New Deal Resolution Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Feb. 7, 2019 Hearing of the House Judiciary Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Jerry Nadly, Hearing on "No Oil Producing and Cartels Act of 2019" Rep. Jerry Nadler
Jan. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, EPA - Energy Star Website Deactivation Due to Government Shutdown Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 17, 2019 Clarke Elected Vice Chair of the Energy and Commerce Committee Rep. Yvette Clarke
Jan. 9, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump's priorities when he shuts down the government over a temper tantrum: Make sure oil drilling doesn't stop [Special Character] Make sure federal workers don't miss a paycheck This is not how government is supposed to function. #TrumpShutdown" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Representative Levin Joins House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, the Hon. Rick Perry, the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, and the Hon. Ms. Mary Neumayr - Carper, Schumer Demand Disclosure of Administration's Oil Industry Contacts After Reports of Covert Campaign to Weaken Fuel Economy Standards Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Bernard L. McNamee, Commissioner, FERC - Call for FERC Commissioner McNamee's Recusal from Future Discussions Involving Potential Subsidization of Coal, Nuclear Plants Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Hearing of the Environment Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce - Opening Statement of Rep. Paul Tonko, Hearing on "Discussion Draft: The 21st Century Transportation Fuels Act" Rep. Paul Tonko
Dec. 6, 2018 Funding the Government Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2018 Executive Session Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 4, 2018 Tweet - "The Senate should not confirm Bernard McNamee for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. McNamee has a long record of biased promotion of fossil fuels & hostility to renewables. He published an op-ed ON EARTH DAY praising the benefits of fossil fuels." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
Sept. 26, 2019 Governor Cuomo Announces City of Buffalo and Erie County Among 16 New Certified Climate Smart Communities Rep.Tim Kennedy, ...
Sept. 25, 2019 Committee releases GAO report warning of cyberscecurity risks facing U.S. electric grid Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Sept. 20, 2019 Letter to Pat Cipollone, Counsel to the President and Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General Antitrust Division - Nadler & Cicilline Demand Answers from WH & DOJ About Antitrust Investigation into Automakers Who Struck Vehicle Emissions Deal with CA Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Harris, Feinstein, Senate Democrats Introduce Clean Air, Healthy Kids Act to Rescind President Trump's Anti-Climate Agenda Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Finkenauer Seeks to Expand Opportunity for Small Businesses in the Green Economy Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Sept. 11, 2019 Bennet, Markey, Cantwell, Carper, Schumer and Udall Introduce Legislation to Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Sept. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Board of Directors of Overseas Private Investment Corporation - Rep. Adriano Espaillat of Congress in Letter Opposing Opic Investment in Argentina Fracking Projects Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Sept. 9, 2019 House passes bipartisan bill to reduce harmful diesel pollution Rep.Paul Tonko
Aug. 29, 2019 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." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 29, 2019 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 Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 14, 2019 Stefanik Introduces Renewable Electricity Tax Credit Equalization Act Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
Aug. 14, 2019 Congressman Morelle takes action to fight back against climate change and protect our planet for future generations Rep.Joe Morelle
Aug. 5, 2019 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 Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
July 31, 2019 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 Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
July 25, 2019 Cortez Masto introduces Renewable Energy Extension Act Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 24, 2019 Tonko Clean Energy Innovation Bills Advance Out of Committee Rep.Paul Tonko
July 14, 2019 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." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 11, 2019 Key Energy Subcommittee Advances Tonko Wind Energy Bill Rep.Paul Tonko
June 27, 2019 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 Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 25, 2019 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 Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 25, 2019 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 Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 19, 2019 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" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 18, 2019 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." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 11, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Klobuchar, Duckworth Lead Letter Urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to Cease Issuing Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) "Hardship' Waivers Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
June 11, 2019 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Administrator to the Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth, Durbin and Klobuchar Urge Trump Administration to Stop Undermining Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) by Abusing 'Hardship' Waivers Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
June 5, 2019 Climate Change Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 22, 2019 Climate Change Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 2, 2019 Feinstein Introduces Bill to Protect West Coast from Dangerous Offshore Drilling Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
April 10, 2019 Letter to Acting Secretary Bernhardt - Demand Transparency, Public Input for Oil and Gas Leasing on Public Lands Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
April 8, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, Rep. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, and Rep. Steven Scalise, House Minority Whip - LaHood Joins Bipartisan Group to Introduce Extension for the Biodiesel Tax Credit Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
April 5, 2019 Letter to Senator Lamar Alexander, and Senator Dianne Feinstein - Schumer, Gillibrand Lead Push In Senate To Secure Millions In Federal Funding For RIT-Led Remade Manufacturing Institute To Support High-Tech Jobs And Clean Energy Innovation In Rochester Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
April 3, 2019 Tonko, Coons Advance Bill to Weatherize Homes, Lower Consumer Utility Bills Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
March 28, 2019 15 Coastal Senators to Oppose Interior Secretary Nomination Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
March 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. David Bernhardt, Acting Secretary of the Interior - Schumer, Gillibrand Demand Answers on Acting Secretary of Interior's Plan for Offshore Drilling Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
March 5, 2019 Responsible Disposal Reauthorization Act of 2019 Rep.Paul Tonko
March 5, 2019 Reauthorizing West Valley Demonstration Project Rep.Paul Tonko
Feb. 21, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump's administration decided all on their own to end talks with California about whether the state is allowed to set its own fuel-efficiency standards:" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 11, 2019 Letter to Neil Chatterjee, Chairman Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - Representative Levin Calls for Further Action on Key FERC Renewables Rule Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Feb. 8, 2019 Hirono, Markey, Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Green New Deal Resolution Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Feb. 7, 2019 Hearing of the House Judiciary Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Jerry Nadly, Hearing on "No Oil Producing and Cartels Act of 2019" Rep.Jerry Nadler
Jan. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, EPA - Energy Star Website Deactivation Due to Government Shutdown Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Jan. 17, 2019 Clarke Elected Vice Chair of the Energy and Commerce Committee Rep.Yvette Clarke
Jan. 9, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump's priorities when he shuts down the government over a temper tantrum: Make sure oil drilling doesn't stop [Special Character] Make sure federal workers don't miss a paycheck This is not how government is supposed to function. #TrumpShutdown" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Representative Levin Joins House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, the Hon. Rick Perry, the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, and the Hon. Ms. Mary Neumayr - Carper, Schumer Demand Disclosure of Administration's Oil Industry Contacts After Reports of Covert Campaign to Weaken Fuel Economy Standards Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Bernard L. McNamee, Commissioner, FERC - Call for FERC Commissioner McNamee's Recusal from Future Discussions Involving Potential Subsidization of Coal, Nuclear Plants Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Hearing of the Environment Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce - Opening Statement of Rep. Paul Tonko, Hearing on "Discussion Draft: The 21st Century Transportation Fuels Act" Rep.Paul Tonko
Dec. 6, 2018 Funding the Government Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2018 Executive Session Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 4, 2018 Tweet - "The Senate should not confirm Bernard McNamee for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. McNamee has a long record of biased promotion of fossil fuels & hostility to renewables. He published an op-ed ON EARTH DAY praising the benefits of fossil fuels." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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