| April 22, 2021
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Malliotakis Introduces Urban Forests Act of 2021
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Rep. Nicole Malliotakis
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| April 22, 2021
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Tweet - "Any infrastructure bill we consider here in the Senate must include green infrastructure, create green jobs, and make significant progress towards the reduction of greenhouse gases. #EarthDay"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 22, 2021
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Tweet - "It's #EarthDay. And the Biden administration just released an ambitious new goal: Cutting U.S. greenhouse gas emissions in half by the end of the decade. President Biden is returning the United States to a position of global leadership in the fight against climate change."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 22, 2021
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Tweet - "The best way to achieve President Biden's ambitious goal of cutting U.S. greenhouse gas emissions in half by the end of the decade: Bold action by this Congress to reduce carbon pollution and create millions of jobs in the new clean energy economy. #EarthDay"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 22, 2021
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Tweet - "As Senate Majority Leader: I'm making sure this Senate is working to fight the climate crisis. #EarthDay"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 22, 2021
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Senator Gillibrand, Representatives Dean And Kildee, Mark Ruffalo, Environmental Attorney Rob Bilott, And Clean Water Advocates Introduce Landmark Bicameral Legislation To Create Access To Medical Monitoring For Victims Of Significant PFAS Exposure
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| April 22, 2021
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Letter to Joe Biden, President of the US - Omar, Castro, Torres, Velázquez, and Congressional Leaders Ask President Biden To Address Climate Refugees
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| April 22, 2021
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Tweet - "Democrats are working for big, bold climate action now! I will work with @POTUS to pass the #AmericanJobsPlan--a big, bold bill that will create jobs, invest in infrastructure, and help combat climate change. #EarthDay"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 22, 2021
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Tweet - "This Congress will work for bold action to reduce carbon pollution and create millions of jobs in the new clean energy economy. #EarthDay"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 22, 2021
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Rep. Velázquez, Senator Markey Reintroduce Legislation to Aid People Displaced by Climate Change and Support Global Resilience
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| April 22, 2021
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Tweet - "Addressing infrastructure, climate, and environmental justice together to create millions of good paying jobs is the right combination to meet America's challenges. I'll work with @POTUS to pass a big, bold bill to drive America forward for decades to come. #EarthDay"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 20, 2021
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Congresswoman Escobar Joins Senator Markey and Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez to Reintroduce the Green New Deal Resolution
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Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
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| April 20, 2021
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Senator Markey and Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Civilian Climate Corps for Jobs and Justice to Rebuild America
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| April 20, 2021
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Senator Markey and Representative Ocasio-Cortez Reintroduce Green New Deal Resolution
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| April 19, 2021
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NEWS: Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Rollout Green New Deal for Public Housing Act
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| April 19, 2021
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Congresswomen Cori Bush and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Introduce the Green New Deal for Cities, Counties, States, Tribes, and Territories
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| April 15, 2021
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Hearing of the Environment and Climate Change Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee - Tonko Leads Congressional Hearing on Environmental Justice Bills
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| April 15, 2021
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Van Hollen, Warren, Casten, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill Requiring Public Companies to Disclose Climate-Related Risks
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| April 14, 2021
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Cardin, Rubio, Jeffries, Waltz Introduce Bill to Measure Post-Disaster Progress a Decade after Devastating Earthquake in Haiti
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, ...
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| April 12, 2021
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Clarke Introduces Legislation Prioritizing Climate Justice at the Federal Level
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| April 12, 2021
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Clarke Introduces Legislation Prioritizing Climate Justice at The Federal Level
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Rep. Yvette Clarke
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| April 12, 2021
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With FDR's New Deal as Blueprint, Sen. Booker and Rep. Spanberger Re-Introduce Climate Change Bill Focused on Investing in Farm Conservation Programs, Reforestation, and Wetlands Restoration
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| April 9, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Terry Cosby, Acting Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service at the Department of Agricultre - Stefanik Leads Letter to Usda Requesting Changes to Conservation Standards for Farmers
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Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
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| April 9, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - With Recent Discovery Of PFAS In Rockland & Westchester County Drinking Water, Schumer Launches Three-Prong Plan For Feds To Finally Tackle Contamination Head On And Unlock Federal Resources To Remediate Drinking Water Systems, Allowing Hudson Valley Communities To Recover
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 6, 2021
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Tweet - "We are at a fulcrum moment for climate change and need to take big, bold action. I talked with @SecretaryPete about how my Clean Cars for America initiative--part of @POTUS' #AmericanJobsPlan--can be part of those efforts. I'll work with President Biden to pass a big, bold plan."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 6, 2021
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Tweet - "The planet just hit another record high of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. This is the highest it's been in millions of years, since long before humans existed. That's why I'm working with President Biden to pass a big, bold climate plan."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 1, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve - Reps. Jones, Tlaib, Colleagues Call on Federal Reserve to Prioritize Climate Action
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Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
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| March 31, 2021
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Tonko Cheers Biden Unveiling "American Jobs Plan"
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| March 31, 2021
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Gillibrand Announces Comprehensive Bicameral Plan To Protect New Yorkers From Growing Plastic Pollution Crisis
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| March 31, 2021
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Majority Leader Schumer Statement On The American Jobs Plan
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 31, 2021
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Tweet - "Addressing infrastructure, climate, & environmental justice together to create millions of good paying jobs is the right combination to meet America's challenges I'll work with @POTUS to pass a big, bold bill to drive America forward for decades to come"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 29, 2021
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Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $100 Million For Flooding And Disaster Management Projects On Long Island
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| March 28, 2021
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Tweet - "We are fighting a Trump-era decision to roll back limits on methane emissions from oil and gas production. Working with @MartinHeinrich, @SenAngusKing, and @SenMarkey: We will vote on re-instating this commonsense regulation to fight the climate crisis."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 26, 2021
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Tweet - "Last night, the Senate did three good things: --Prevented a 2% cut to Medicare --Extended PPP for small businesses --Set up a vote on the COVID Hate Crimes Bill to help #StopAsianHate And there's so much more to do on voting rights, economy and climate, and gun safety."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 26, 2021
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Tonko Joins Bipartisan Group Introducing Legislation to Plant 1.2 Billion Trees
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| March 25, 2021
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Senator Heinrich, Majority Leader Schumer, Senators King, Markey, and Representative DeGette Lead Their Colleagues In Introducing Resolution To Reinstate Methane Emissions Standards To Protect Public Health, Tackle Climate Crisis
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 25, 2021
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Tweet - "This Senate passed the #AmericanRescuePlan to fight the COVID health and economic crisis. And this Senate will take action on Civil rights and voting rights Economic recovery, jobs, and the climate crisis Health and gun safety"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 25, 2021
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Reps. Nadler and Matsui Lead Letter to President Biden Calling for Large-Scale Flood Protection Investments in Upcoming Infrastructure Plan
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Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
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| March 18, 2021
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Levin, Warren, Markey, and Ocasio-Cortez Unveil the BUILD GREEN Infrastructure and Jobs Act to Jumpstart the Transition to Electric Transportation and Modernize Infrastructure
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| March 11, 2021
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Letter to Steve Dickson, Administrator for the Federal Aviation Administration - Norton, Quiet Skies Caucus Send Letter to FAA on Aircraft Noise
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| March 11, 2021
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EPA Selects Push Buffalo to Receive $200,000 Brownfields Job Training Grant to Build a Skilled Environmental Workforce in Economically Distressed Communities
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| March 11, 2021
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Tweet - "Bold action on climate calls for building a more just society That's why I've partnered with @SenMarkey and grassroots orgs to reintroduce the THRIVE Agenda to fight the climate crisis and create millions of #GoodJobsForAll Americans, regardless of zip code."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 10, 2021
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Nominations
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 10, 2021
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Velázquez Introduces Bill to Promote Corporate Disclosures Related to the Paris Climate Agreement and Investments in Clean Energy
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| March 9, 2021
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Tweet - "This week, the Senate will confirm: Rep. Marcia Fudge to serve as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Merrick Garland to serve as Attorney General. Michael Regan to serve as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 3, 2021
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Tweet - "Bold action on climate means investing in clean infrastructure and manufacturing. That's why I've partnered with @SenMarkey and grassroots orgs to reintroduce the THRIVE Agenda to fight the climate crisis and create millions of good jobs for Americans, regardless of zip code."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 3, 2021
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Bill to Restore Native Plants in National Parks Introduced by Sens. Collins, Cantwell and Reps. Cartwright, Stefanik
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Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
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| March 2, 2021
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Tonko, Pallone, Rush Introduce Landmark Legislation to Combat the Climate Crisis
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| Feb. 25, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the Untied States - Duckworth, Mceachin Urge Biden to Continue Taking Bold Action for Environmental Justice
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Feb. 24, 2021
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Clarke Introduces Legislation to Create 200,000 EV Charging Stations in Underserved Communities by 2030
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Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
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| Feb. 24, 2021
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Tweet - "Environmental justice needs to be the cornerstone of our fight against the climate crisis That is why I reintroduced the THRIVE agenda with @SenMarkey & grassroots orgs to fight the climate crisis, create millions of jobs, and invest in Black, Hispanic, & Indigenous communities"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 22, 2021
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During Visit To City Of Newburgh Fire Dept, Senator Gillibrand And Congressman Maloney Announce Legislation To Protect Firefighters From Toxic PFAS Chemical Exposure
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Feb. 22, 2021
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During Visit To Farmingdale Fire Dept, Gillibrand Announces Legislation To Protect Firefighters From Toxic PFAS Chemical Exposure
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Feb. 19, 2021
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Tweet - "We need the federal investigation by @FERC & @NERC_official to look into how Gov. Abbott's policies in Texas have failed & exacerbated the winter storm crisis Ignoring warnings, lying about the climate crisis, refusing to act on it are exactly what's exacerbating extreme weather"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 19, 2021
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Tweet - "The United States has officially rejoined the Paris Climate Agreement. The time for bold, collective action on the climate crisis is now."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 18, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Jane Nishida, Acting Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency - Velázquez Calls on the EPA to Restore Coal Ash Safeguards
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| Feb. 17, 2021
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Tweet - "Millions across Texas are hurting The Senate is ready to help But Gov. Abbott & Fox News are trying to blame wind turbines? This is a lie And lying about the climate crisis and refusing to act on it are exactly what is exacerbating extreme weather in Texas and across America"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 17, 2021
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Tweet - "The Senate Democrats are working to pass our plan to provide robust investments to make our energy infrastructure more resilient, cleaner, and safeguard the country from devastating impacts of the climate crisis. It is past time to act."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Heinrich Leads 12 Senate Democrats In Effort To Ramp Up Electrification Of Federal Vehicles
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Letter to President Joe Biden - Bennet Joins 12 Senate Democrats in Effort to Ramp Up Electrification of Federal Vehicles
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Feb. 12, 2021
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Letter to the Hon. Amanda Lefton, Director of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management - Representatives Rice, Pascrell Lead New York and New Jersey Delegations Letter Calling for Federal Action on Offshore Wind Development
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Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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Tweet - "I'm proud to partner with @SenMarkey and grassroots organizations to reintroduce the THRIVE agenda to: Fight climate change Create millions of new jobs in renewable energy Invest in Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous communities"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 11, 2021
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Tweet - "I'm proud to partner with @SenMarkey and grassroots orgs to reintroduce the THRIVE Agenda to fight the climate crisis, create millions of jobs in renewable energy, and invest in Black, Hispanic, & Indigenous communities We're working for climate justice & bold action on climate"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1 Million in Federal Funding for Road and Infrastructure Repairs in The Town of Owego
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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During First Meeting with President-Elect Biden's Dod Nominee, Lloyd Austin, Schumer Pushes Nom to Prioritize Stewart Pfas Cleanup; Senator Makes Orange County's Drinking Water a Top Concern for New Administration
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 9, 2021
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Chairman Tonko Delivers Opening Statement for Climate Subcommittee Hearing
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| Feb. 5, 2021
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Tweet - "I'm so proud to partner with @SenMarkey and many grassroots organizations to reintroduce the THRIVE agenda We will work to enact the THRIVE Agenda to fight the climate crisis, create millions of jobs in renewable energy, and invest in Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous communities"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 5, 2021
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Chairman Thompson, Ways and Means Democrats Introduce GREEN Act
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Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
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| Feb. 4, 2021
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Blumenauer, Ocasio-Cortez, and Sanders Introduce Legislation to Mandate National Climate Emergency Declaration
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Tweet - "I am proud President Biden is prioritizing the people of Puerto Rico and releasing $1.3 billion in aid to help our fellow Americans rebuild and prepare for future storms."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Tweet - "Make no mistake: The Democratic Majority will compel the Senate to forcefully, relentlessly, and urgently address the climate crisis--beginning with work in all of the relevant committees under the new Democratic Chairs."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Tweet - "Senate Democrats will work to address the climate crisis This is a crisis that concerns not only all of our futures, but the futures of our children and grandchildren It is our solemn obligation to leave behind a planet upon which future generations can grow and prosper"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Committee Members Celebrate Vacating of EPA Rule to Censor Science
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Tonko Selected for Major Climate-Focused Committees
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| Feb. 3, 2021
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Tweet - "The Biden administration is preparing a whole-of-government approach to combating climate change. The Democratic Majority will pursue a whole-of-Senate approach. We will forcefully, relentlessly, and urgently address climate change. We need bold climate action now."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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