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Aug. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mary Neumayr, Chairman on the Council of Environmental Quality - Bennet Joins Carper, 55 Colleagues in Bicameral Letter to White House Demanding Release of Public Records about Fast-Tracked Projects Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Aug. 4, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand, Rice Announce Nearly $3 Million In Federal Funding To Resolve Hempstead Beach Erosion Due To Flooding And Tropical Storms Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 3, 2020 Velázquez Amendments Protect Science and Climate Change Research from Political Censorship Rep. Nydia Velázquez
July 24, 2020 Velázquez Bill Would Bring Green Rooftops to Public Schools Rep. Nydia Velázquez
July 23, 2020 Brindisi, Katko, Morelle, Issue Joint Statement On Government Accountability Report On Plan 2014 Rep. Joe Morelle, ...
July 23, 2020 Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2021 Rep. Paul Tonko
July 22, 2020 Tonko, House Advance Bill to Protect American Public Lands Rep. Paul Tonko
July 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jane Corwin, Commissioner of the International Joint Commission for the United States and Canada - Schumer, Gillibrand to IJC: Immediately take up vital Recs in forthcoming GAO report on plan 2014; at senators' request, GAO initiated an investigation to review plan 2014 following record high Lake Ontario water levels, with recommendations imminent, senators call for immediate implementation Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 21, 2020 Environment and Climate Change Subcommittee Announces Hearing on Reforming the Safe Drinking Water Act Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
July 21, 2020 Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, Majority Whip Clyburn, and Chairman Neal - Pappas Leads Call to Support America's Trucking Industry Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
July 15, 2020 Rep. Adriano Espaillat Reestablishes U.S. Global Climate Leadership in House Appropriations Bill Rep. Adriano Espaillat
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump is once again coddling corporate polluters instead of fighting for the public's health and clean air and clean water." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Environmental reviews under NEPA give communities of color, indigenous people, and the poor a voice to fight back against pollution-creating projects in their backyards. Pres. Trump is making clear his total disregard for our environment and for racial and environmental justice." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "My Clean Cars for America initiative would accelerate our transition to all-electric vehicles on the road by 2040, a serious breakthrough in our fight against climate change. And I'm so proud it's included in Joe Biden's climate plan." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "My Clean Cars for America initiative would create good-paying, clean energy jobs. It's supported by a diverse coalition of environmental, labor, & auto leaders. I'm proud it's included in Joe Biden's climate plan. Fighting climate change is a top priority for Dems in Congress." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 10, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Ensure Public Lands Are Protected and Preserved Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
July 9, 2020 Letter to Donald Trump, President of the United States - Senate, House Environmental Justice Caucuses Urge President Trump to Reverse Course on NEPA Rollback Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
July 8, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand, Nadler Announce Over $450K In Federal Funding For Maritime Infrastructure Renovations In New York City Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth, Carper, Durbin and Colleagues Urge EPA to Exercise Its Full Authority Under the Clean Air Act as It Begins ETO Rulemaking Process Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 1, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Hastings, Barragán, Pingree, Huffman, Lawrence Call for A Bold Green Stimulus Package to Address Health, Economic, and Climate Crises Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
July 1, 2020 Investing in A New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act Rep. Tom Suozzi
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump: America needs a big, bold, and green infrastructure plan. Stop standing in the way." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Dingell Demands Answers on EPA's Declined Enforcement Actions Across Great Lakes Region Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency - Van Hollen, Senators Blast EPA's NAAQS Proposal and Urge EPA to Set More Protective Standards Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
June 29, 2020 Stefanik Helps Introduce the Growing Climate Solutions Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
June 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Committee Leaders Submit Comment on EPA's Proposed Rule on the Review of the National Ambient Air Quality for Particulate Matter Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 24, 2020 Tonko Announces Major Provisions to Safeguard Americans' Drinking Water Rep. Paul Tonko
June 22, 2020 Tonko Praises "Clean Recovery" in House Infrastructure Package Rep. Paul Tonko
June 19, 2020 Espaillat Secures Multiple Wins in Critical House Transportation Bill, Pushes For Fair Funding For New York Rep. Adriano Espaillat
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - 81 House Members Urge Trump to Withdraw Executive Order that Dangerously Circumvents Key Environmental Reviews Intended to Protect Frontline Communities Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and House Committee Chairs - Pingree to House Leadership: Prioritize Clean Energy Workforce & Mitigate Climate Crisis in Next Recovery Package Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 11, 2020 Stefanik Cosigns Letter to Leadership Requesting Waiver for National Heritage Area Fund Matching Requirements Rep. Elise Stefanik
June 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Senator Elizabeth Warren and Congressman Adriano Espaillat Push Housing Relief for Puerto Rico Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
June 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Tonko Leads Bipartisan Letter Supporting Heritage Areas & Local Economies Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
June 9, 2020 Stefanik Cosponsors Great American Outdoors Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
June 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Environment Subcommittee Seeks FEMA Strategy for Hurricane Season While Continuing Coronavirus Pandemic Response Efforts Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Environmental reviews are critical to the protection of public health and one of the last lines of defense to give communities of color, indigenous people, and the poor a voice in major infrastructure projects that happen in their backyards." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "By signing this executive order, Donald Trump is muzzling the voice of environmental justice communities, and continues to make clear his total disregard for those speaking out and fighting for racial justice and a sustainable environment." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 E&C Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Environmental Justice and the Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 1, 2020 Letter to Rodrigo Maia, President of the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil - House Members Ring the Alarm Amidst Human Rights Violations in Brazil Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 27, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Ahead Of The Upcoming Hurricane Season In The Caribbean, Chair Grijalva Joins Sen. Schumer, Rep. Velázquez and Democratic Lawmakers In Seeking Answers on How FEMA Is Preparing To Respond To Storms That Hit Puerto Rico And The U.S. Virgin Islands Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Bipartisan Lawmakers Call for Strong PFAS Clean-up Actions in Defense Authorization Bill Rep. Grace Meng, ...
May 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Carper, EPW Democrats Ask EPA to Share its Plan to Address PFAS Contamination at Superfund Sites Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth and Blunt Rochester Lead Colleagues in Calling on EPA to Ensure Air Monitoring Continues During COVID-19 Pandemic Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. James McPherson, Under Secretary of the Army, and Lieutenant General Darrell Williams, Dir. of the Defense Logistics Agency - Following revelation of 58,000 gallons PFAS foam heading from Navy base to Norlite this week to be burned, Schumer, in letter and personal call to Navy Sec., pushes for immediate halt in toxic shipment and suspension of contract; despite local moratorium banning PFAS burning, Navy/DOD still plan to send highly toxic chemicals to Cohoes to burned Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader - House Democrats Push for Millions of Restoration and Resilience Jobs Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
May 18, 2020 Following Push, Gillibrand Announces Inclusion Of Bipartisan Legislation To Address PFAS In Drinking Water And Other Key Provisions In Senate Water Resource Development Act And Drinking Water Infrastructure Act Passed By EPW Committee Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 18, 2020 Science Committee members submit comment on supplemental to proposed EPA rule to undercut science Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
May 12, 2020 Energy and Commerce Committee Fights for Utility Relief and Environmental Justice in COVID-19 Response Bill Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
May 11, 2020 As EPW Committee Passes 2020 Senate Water Resource Development Act, Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Inclusion Of Key Projects For New York's Water Resources Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Date Title Politician
Aug. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mary Neumayr, Chairman on the Council of Environmental Quality - Bennet Joins Carper, 55 Colleagues in Bicameral Letter to White House Demanding Release of Public Records about Fast-Tracked Projects Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Aug. 4, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand, Rice Announce Nearly $3 Million In Federal Funding To Resolve Hempstead Beach Erosion Due To Flooding And Tropical Storms Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 3, 2020 Velázquez Amendments Protect Science and Climate Change Research from Political Censorship Rep.Nydia Velázquez
July 24, 2020 Velázquez Bill Would Bring Green Rooftops to Public Schools Rep.Nydia Velázquez
July 23, 2020 Brindisi, Katko, Morelle, Issue Joint Statement On Government Accountability Report On Plan 2014 Rep.Joe Morelle, ...
July 23, 2020 Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2021 Rep.Paul Tonko
July 22, 2020 Tonko, House Advance Bill to Protect American Public Lands Rep.Paul Tonko
July 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jane Corwin, Commissioner of the International Joint Commission for the United States and Canada - Schumer, Gillibrand to IJC: Immediately take up vital Recs in forthcoming GAO report on plan 2014; at senators' request, GAO initiated an investigation to review plan 2014 following record high Lake Ontario water levels, with recommendations imminent, senators call for immediate implementation Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 21, 2020 Environment and Climate Change Subcommittee Announces Hearing on Reforming the Safe Drinking Water Act Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
July 21, 2020 Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, Majority Whip Clyburn, and Chairman Neal - Pappas Leads Call to Support America's Trucking Industry Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
July 15, 2020 Rep. Adriano Espaillat Reestablishes U.S. Global Climate Leadership in House Appropriations Bill Rep.Adriano Espaillat
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump is once again coddling corporate polluters instead of fighting for the public's health and clean air and clean water." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Environmental reviews under NEPA give communities of color, indigenous people, and the poor a voice to fight back against pollution-creating projects in their backyards. Pres. Trump is making clear his total disregard for our environment and for racial and environmental justice." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "My Clean Cars for America initiative would accelerate our transition to all-electric vehicles on the road by 2040, a serious breakthrough in our fight against climate change. And I'm so proud it's included in Joe Biden's climate plan." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "My Clean Cars for America initiative would create good-paying, clean energy jobs. It's supported by a diverse coalition of environmental, labor, & auto leaders. I'm proud it's included in Joe Biden's climate plan. Fighting climate change is a top priority for Dems in Congress." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 10, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Ensure Public Lands Are Protected and Preserved Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
July 9, 2020 Letter to Donald Trump, President of the United States - Senate, House Environmental Justice Caucuses Urge President Trump to Reverse Course on NEPA Rollback Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
July 8, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand, Nadler Announce Over $450K In Federal Funding For Maritime Infrastructure Renovations In New York City Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth, Carper, Durbin and Colleagues Urge EPA to Exercise Its Full Authority Under the Clean Air Act as It Begins ETO Rulemaking Process Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 1, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Hastings, Barragán, Pingree, Huffman, Lawrence Call for A Bold Green Stimulus Package to Address Health, Economic, and Climate Crises Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
July 1, 2020 Investing in A New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act Rep.Tom Suozzi
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump: America needs a big, bold, and green infrastructure plan. Stop standing in the way." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Dingell Demands Answers on EPA's Declined Enforcement Actions Across Great Lakes Region Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency - Van Hollen, Senators Blast EPA's NAAQS Proposal and Urge EPA to Set More Protective Standards Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
June 29, 2020 Stefanik Helps Introduce the Growing Climate Solutions Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
June 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Committee Leaders Submit Comment on EPA's Proposed Rule on the Review of the National Ambient Air Quality for Particulate Matter Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 24, 2020 Tonko Announces Major Provisions to Safeguard Americans' Drinking Water Rep.Paul Tonko
June 22, 2020 Tonko Praises "Clean Recovery" in House Infrastructure Package Rep.Paul Tonko
June 19, 2020 Espaillat Secures Multiple Wins in Critical House Transportation Bill, Pushes For Fair Funding For New York Rep.Adriano Espaillat
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - 81 House Members Urge Trump to Withdraw Executive Order that Dangerously Circumvents Key Environmental Reviews Intended to Protect Frontline Communities Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader, and House Committee Chairs - Pingree to House Leadership: Prioritize Clean Energy Workforce & Mitigate Climate Crisis in Next Recovery Package Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 11, 2020 Stefanik Cosigns Letter to Leadership Requesting Waiver for National Heritage Area Fund Matching Requirements Rep.Elise Stefanik
June 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Senator Elizabeth Warren and Congressman Adriano Espaillat Push Housing Relief for Puerto Rico Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
June 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Tonko Leads Bipartisan Letter Supporting Heritage Areas & Local Economies Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
June 9, 2020 Stefanik Cosponsors Great American Outdoors Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
June 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Environment Subcommittee Seeks FEMA Strategy for Hurricane Season While Continuing Coronavirus Pandemic Response Efforts Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Environmental reviews are critical to the protection of public health and one of the last lines of defense to give communities of color, indigenous people, and the poor a voice in major infrastructure projects that happen in their backyards." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "By signing this executive order, Donald Trump is muzzling the voice of environmental justice communities, and continues to make clear his total disregard for those speaking out and fighting for racial justice and a sustainable environment." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 E&C Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Environmental Justice and the Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 1, 2020 Letter to Rodrigo Maia, President of the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil - House Members Ring the Alarm Amidst Human Rights Violations in Brazil Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 27, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Ahead Of The Upcoming Hurricane Season In The Caribbean, Chair Grijalva Joins Sen. Schumer, Rep. Velázquez and Democratic Lawmakers In Seeking Answers on How FEMA Is Preparing To Respond To Storms That Hit Puerto Rico And The U.S. Virgin Islands Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
May 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Bipartisan Lawmakers Call for Strong PFAS Clean-up Actions in Defense Authorization Bill Rep.Grace Meng, ...
May 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Carper, EPW Democrats Ask EPA to Share its Plan to Address PFAS Contamination at Superfund Sites Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Duckworth and Blunt Rochester Lead Colleagues in Calling on EPA to Ensure Air Monitoring Continues During COVID-19 Pandemic Rep.Gregory Meeks, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. James McPherson, Under Secretary of the Army, and Lieutenant General Darrell Williams, Dir. of the Defense Logistics Agency - Following revelation of 58,000 gallons PFAS foam heading from Navy base to Norlite this week to be burned, Schumer, in letter and personal call to Navy Sec., pushes for immediate halt in toxic shipment and suspension of contract; despite local moratorium banning PFAS burning, Navy/DOD still plan to send highly toxic chemicals to Cohoes to burned Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader - House Democrats Push for Millions of Restoration and Resilience Jobs Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
May 18, 2020 Following Push, Gillibrand Announces Inclusion Of Bipartisan Legislation To Address PFAS In Drinking Water And Other Key Provisions In Senate Water Resource Development Act And Drinking Water Infrastructure Act Passed By EPW Committee Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 18, 2020 Science Committee members submit comment on supplemental to proposed EPA rule to undercut science Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
May 12, 2020 Energy and Commerce Committee Fights for Utility Relief and Environmental Justice in COVID-19 Response Bill Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
May 11, 2020 As EPW Committee Passes 2020 Senate Water Resource Development Act, Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Inclusion Of Key Projects For New York's Water Resources Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
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