| Sept. 12, 2020
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Tweet - "The proof of the urgency of the climate crisis is literally in the air around us: Wildfires are rampaging across the West. The THRIVE Agenda we launched this week to fight climate change and injustice cannot come soon enough. #TimeToTHRIVE"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 10, 2020
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Tweet - "We stood with so many amazing activists to launch our THRIVE Agenda today to fight climate change and injustice. Including some activists who are pretty young. Because this is a fight to save the planet now. And to save it for future generations. #TimeToTHRIVE"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 10, 2020
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Rep. Omar Co-Leads Comprehensive "THRIVE Agenda" to Address COVID-19, Climate Change, Racial Injustice, and Economic Crises
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Sept. 10, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm standing with @SenMarkey , @RepDebHaaland , @SunriseMvmt , & more to launch our THRIVE Agenda: Fight climate change Create millions of union jobs Invest in Black, Brown, Indigenous communities Fight environmental injustice Reinvest in public institutions #TimeToThrive"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 9, 2020
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Hearing of the House Judiciary Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Nadler, Markup on H.R. 683, the Puerto Rico Recovery Accuracy in Disclosures Act
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| Sept. 8, 2020
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After almost a decade of work, Schumer and mayor Madden announce completion of Troy Seawall stabilization project, vital to the continued rebirth of downtown Troy and will protect community from future flooding damage
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 6, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Schumer, Gillibrand Urge President Trump To Support Major Disaster Declaration For New York State In Wake Of Tropical Storm Isaias
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Sept. 3, 2020
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After Schumer push for Fed funds to buyout flood-prone properties along Sauquoit Creek--millions will flow to Whitestown & Oneida County; after years of devastation, funding will allow homeowners to finally sell property in unsafe, flood-prone area along creek
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Sept. 3, 2020
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Governor Cuomo Announces Landmark Flood Prevention Efforts to Protect Whitestown and Whitesboro Following 2019 Halloween Storm
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 28, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Following massive fire Wednesday night at abandoned Charlestown mall, Schumer, Brindisi say property could pose environmental and public health threats to surrounding communities; Reps call for EPA to immediately inspect site for potential qualification for emergency response program
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 27, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm praying for everyone in Texas, Louisiana, and more who are in the path of Hurricane Laura. I'm monitoring the situation, and encourage everyone to please follow the advice of your local officials."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 26, 2020
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Tweet - "RT if you agree: It is long past time to act to fight the climate crisis. #CaseForClimateAction"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 25, 2020
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Tweet - "The #CaseForClimateAction was developed with input from a big, broad coalition including: ; unions ; activists ; farmers ; mayors ; scientists ; environmental justice communities The @SenDemsClimate plan for climate action "
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 25, 2020
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Tweet - "#CaseForClimateAction: Fighting climate change American prosperity & leadership 10M new jobs robust clean energy economy & support for workers help for low-income communities & communities of color, who are most vulnerable to the crisis http://democrats.senate.gov/climate-report"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 25, 2020
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Tweet - "If Democrats retake the majority in the Senate, we will be unified to move swiftly on legislation to tackle the climate crisis. Passing climate legislation will be a top priority. Period."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 25, 2020
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Baldwin, Senate Democrats' Climate Committee Releases New Report on Climate Action, Plan to Build Clean Economy for American People
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 25, 2020
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Tweet - "Make sure your friends see this: The #CaseForClimateAction from @SenDemsClimate . We need big, bold climate solutions, and we need them now."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 25, 2020
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Heinrich, Climate Crisis Committee Release New Report On Climate Action, Plan To Build Clean Economy For American People
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 21, 2020
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After securing + $87,000 for North Country Community College's water and wastewater operator certification program, Schumer calls for more NBRC fundingto fuel economic and community development in the North Country
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 19, 2020
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Governor Cuomo Announces Groundbreaking for Flood-Resilient Lake Ontario Marine Park
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Rep. Joe Morelle, ...
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| Aug. 15, 2020
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Tweet - "The people of Iowa stood with the people of New York after Hurricane Sandy. New York stands with Iowa after this terrible major disaster. President Trump must declare it a major disaster and send the federal government's resources to assist."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 14, 2020
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Gillibrand Announces Support For Bicameral Legislation To Help Achieve Environmental Justice For All
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Aug. 11, 2020
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Letter to John McAvoy, President and CEO of Consolidated Edison Inc. - Schumer, Gillibrand call on Con Edison for answers regarding massive power outages impacting New Yorkers
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Aug. 10, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Van Hollen, Senate Democrats Oppose Bureau of Land Management Director Nominee William Perry Pendley
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 7, 2020
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After Tropical Storm Isaias ripped through the Hudson Valley this week, thousands are still left without power; Schumer calls Hudson Valley electric companies' top brass to demand expedited timeline and improved communication to help New Yorkers left in the dark
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Aug. 6, 2020
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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
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| Aug. 4, 2020
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Schumer, Gillibrand, Rice Announce Nearly $3 Million In Federal Funding To Resolve Hempstead Beach Erosion Due To Flooding And Tropical Storms
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Aug. 3, 2020
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Velázquez Amendments Protect Science and Climate Change Research from Political Censorship
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| July 24, 2020
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Velázquez Bill Would Bring Green Rooftops to Public Schools
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| July 23, 2020
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Brindisi, Katko, Morelle, Issue Joint Statement On Government Accountability Report On Plan 2014
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Rep. Joe Morelle, ...
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| July 23, 2020
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Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2021
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| July 22, 2020
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Tonko, House Advance Bill to Protect American Public Lands
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| July 22, 2020
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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
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| July 21, 2020
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Environment and Climate Change Subcommittee Announces Hearing on Reforming the Safe Drinking Water Act
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| July 21, 2020
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Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, Majority Whip Clyburn, and Chairman Neal - Pappas Leads Call to Support America's Trucking Industry
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Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
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| July 15, 2020
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Reestablishes U.S. Global Climate Leadership in House Appropriations Bill
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| July 15, 2020
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Tweet - "President Trump is once again coddling corporate polluters instead of fighting for the public's health and clean air and clean water."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 15, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 14, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 14, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| July 10, 2020
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Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Ensure Public Lands Are Protected and Preserved
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Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
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| July 9, 2020
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Letter to Donald Trump, President of the United States - Senate, House Environmental Justice Caucuses Urge President Trump to Reverse Course on NEPA Rollback
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| July 8, 2020
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Schumer, Gillibrand, Nadler Announce Over $450K In Federal Funding For Maritime Infrastructure Renovations In New York City
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Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
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| July 8, 2020
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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
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| July 1, 2020
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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
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Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
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| July 1, 2020
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Investing in A New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act
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Rep. Tom Suozzi
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| June 30, 2020
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Tweet - "President Trump: America needs a big, bold, and green infrastructure plan. Stop standing in the way."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 29, 2020
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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
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| June 29, 2020
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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
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| June 29, 2020
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Stefanik Helps Introduce the Growing Climate Solutions Act
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| June 25, 2020
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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
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| June 24, 2020
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Tonko Announces Major Provisions to Safeguard Americans' Drinking Water
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| June 22, 2020
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Tonko Praises "Clean Recovery" in House Infrastructure Package
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| June 19, 2020
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Espaillat Secures Multiple Wins in Critical House Transportation Bill, Pushes For Fair Funding For New York
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| June 18, 2020
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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
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| June 18, 2020
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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
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| June 11, 2020
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Stefanik Cosigns Letter to Leadership Requesting Waiver for National Heritage Area Fund Matching Requirements
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| June 10, 2020
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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
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
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| June 10, 2020
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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
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Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
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| June 9, 2020
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Stefanik Cosponsors Great American Outdoors Act
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| June 8, 2020
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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
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| June 4, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 4, 2020
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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."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| June 2, 2020
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E&C Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Environmental Justice and the Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| June 1, 2020
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Letter to Rodrigo Maia, President of the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil - House Members Ring the Alarm Amidst Human Rights Violations in Brazil
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| May 27, 2020
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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
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| May 26, 2020
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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
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Rep. Grace Meng, ...
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| May 21, 2020
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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
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 20, 2020
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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
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Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
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| May 20, 2020
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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
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 20, 2020
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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
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| May 18, 2020
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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
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| May 18, 2020
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Science Committee members submit comment on supplemental to proposed EPA rule to undercut science
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| May 12, 2020
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Energy and Commerce Committee Fights for Utility Relief and Environmental Justice in COVID-19 Response Bill
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Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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| May 11, 2020
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As EPW Committee Passes 2020 Senate Water Resource Development Act, Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Inclusion Of Key Projects For New York's Water Resources
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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