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Nov. 12, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - Schumer reveals: Department of Justice is failing to implement law giving NYC & LI preschools & afterschool programs special access to FBI background checks to screen for sex offenders & other transgressors before hiring; protecting kids must be DOJ priority Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "The crack cocaine epidemic once ravaged large parts of Brooklyn. But a resilient community remained and turned things around. Gentrification and displacement now threaten these neighborhoods. We must confront this EXISTENTIAL THREAT with the fierce urgency of now." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Nov. 8, 2019 Chairman Nadler Announces Next Step in Effort to Ratify the Equal Rights Amendment Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 After years of Schumer support & advocacy, anti-animal cruelty legislation unanimously passes in senate and awaits president's signature; Schumer says bipartisan Pact Act will close existing loophole and finally make animal cruelty a federal felony once and for all Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "This damning investigation by @SenatorMenendez and his staff shows that in a political mad dash to punish immigrants no matter the cost: President Trump and his administration defied the guidance of career officials and endangered our national security." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "In ignoring numerous, emphatic warnings from State Department officials: President Trump put at risk the safety and wellbeing of nearly 400,000 TPS beneficiaries and their U.S.-citizen children and strengthened transnational gangs such as MS-13." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Sens. Tillis and Leahy and Reps. Roby and Jeffries Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation Supporting Art Students Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, ...
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump: The House passed a bipartisan, universal background checks bill 250 days ago this week But there are indications you reversed your support for gun safety legislation So Sen. McConnell followed your example and refused to vote on the bill" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Congressman Morelle Takes Action to Honor and Support America's Courageous Veterans Rep. Joe Morelle
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's disturbing pattern of putting partisan politics over our national interests is as alarming as it is consistent. His administration must reverse course on their reckless decision to terminate TPS." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Casey: We Must Do More to Protect Veterans From Falling Victim to Scam Artists Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Immigrants have made America what it is today. We don't build walls. We don't shut our gates. As the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments on President Trump's baseless decision to end DACA, I'm so proud to stand with the Dreamers. #HomeIsHere" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Leader McConnell has not moved even one gun safety bill to the floor. And just like on so many other issues, President Trump would rather do nothing to help the American people than upset special interests like the NRA." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "How many lives will it take before President @realDonaldTrump and Senate Republicans come to their senses and work with us to finally do something about the epidemic of gun violence in America?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 After Hosting Roundtables And Meeting With Older Adults And Disability Rights Advocates Across New York, Gillibrand Unveils Bipartisan Legislation To Support Family Caregivers Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 4, 2019 Letter to Dr. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General, Department of Homeland Security - Members of Congress Call for Investigation After Ice Deletes Video Needed to Investigate the Death of Roxsana Hernandez Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019 Nadler, Lofgren Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Record Low Refugee Admission Level Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to the FBI for preventing what could have been another tragedy at a synagogue in America. This is a stark reminder that we must redouble our efforts to combat white supremacy and anti-Semitic violence." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 4, 2019 Gillibrand Announces That Following Her Invitation, Women's Suffrage Centennial Commission Will Meet At Seneca Falls To Honor The 100-Year Anniversary Of Women's Suffrage Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 1, 2019 Nadler Statement on Proposed HHS Rule Allowing Discrimination Against LGBTQ Families Rep. Jerry Nadler
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump has no one to blame but himself for breaking his promise to strengthen background checks and curb gun violence in a meaningful way." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Landmark Bipartisan Agricultural Workers Bill Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - ""The Art of Surrendering to the NRA' by @realDonaldTrump" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats will keep pushing for meaningful action to protect Americans from gun violence. We will see how long and how many lives it will take before Republicans come to their senses and act." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "On this Día de los Muertos, we honor the lives of those that have perished while seeking safety in the United States. Their memory is a reminder that we must put an end to the administration's heartless immigration policies. We cannot forget that we are a nation of immigrants." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Letter to Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of US Department of Homeland Security - Rep. Takano Leads 24 Members in Sending Letter to DHS Expressing Concerns Over Detainee DNA Collection Practices Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Stefanik Co-Leads the Farm Workforce Modernization Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
Oct. 31, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and the Hon. Doug Collins, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee - Reps. Tlaib and Blumenauer urge Judiciary Committee to make robust, progressive reforms to Patriot Act Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Tonko Votes to Begin Public Impeachment Hearings Rep. Paul Tonko
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "A bill meant to provide resources for our troops & their families steals money from them for Pres. Trump's border wall. Of course, @SenateGOP has resorted to bogus attacks, accusing Democrats of delaying a pay raise for our troops even though it's safe." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "The kids from the @LittleLobbyists celebrated Halloween right here in the Capitol. Because we wanted to hear how they're fighting for protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions. And because they had some incredibly cute costumes. Happy Halloween!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019 Rep. Nadler Applauds Passage of Legislative Package to Protect Our National Parks and Public Lands Rep. Jerry Nadler
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "So proud of @PatrickCorbin46 for getting a big curly W for the @Nationals. He's from Syracuse! I might be a @Yankees fan, but my heart swelled with pride when I saw this New Yorker on the mound in Game 7." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 Meng Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Divided Families Reunification Act Out Of Key House Committee Rep. Grace Meng
Oct. 30, 2019 Stefanik Sends TICK Act Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs Rep. Elise Stefanik
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "My heart breaks for Oscar and Valeria and other families who have perished while seeking refuge in the U.S. Today, @RepChuyGarcia, @RepBarbaraLee, and I honored them at the @HispanicCaucus's Día de Los Muertos altar. Our nation must welcome the most vulnerable." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 New Deal for New Americans Act Rep. Grace Meng
Oct. 30, 2019 Reps. García, Meng and Jayapal Joined by Immigration Advocacy Organizations, Unveil Sweeping Legislation to Strengthen Support for Immigrants and Refugees Rep. Grace Meng, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Representative Mike Levin Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Safe Storage of Firearms and Reduce Gun Violence Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Welcome to WNY, @RealGDT. Hope the filming goes well! If you need dinner recommendations, I'd stop along @BuffaloNiagara's #BuffaloWingTrail!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 Welcoming Bishop Robert Barron Rep. Tom Suozzi
Oct. 29, 2019 Chairman Nadler Statement for Subcommittee Hearing on "The Impact of Current Immigration Policies on Service Members and Veterans, and their Families" Rep. Jerry Nadler
Oct. 29, 2019 Stefanik Joins Colleagues to File Amicus Brief in Second Amendment Case with NY SAFE Act Implications Rep. Elise Stefanik
Oct. 29, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Amid Delay, Senator Kaine Urges Trump Administration to Prioritize Children's Health and Keep Promise to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Republicans are accusing Democrats of holding up the appropriations process. But the truth is, the only "delay" is because Republicans insist on taking money from our military to spend on a border wall and won't sit down with Democrats to negotiate. That's it." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Women's Suffrage Centennial Commemorative Coin Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
Oct. 28, 2019 Stefanik's Women's Suffrage Centennial Commemorative Coin Act Passes House Rep. Elise Stefanik
Date Title Politician
Nov. 12, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - Schumer reveals: Department of Justice is failing to implement law giving NYC & LI preschools & afterschool programs special access to FBI background checks to screen for sex offenders & other transgressors before hiring; protecting kids must be DOJ priority Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "The crack cocaine epidemic once ravaged large parts of Brooklyn. But a resilient community remained and turned things around. Gentrification and displacement now threaten these neighborhoods. We must confront this EXISTENTIAL THREAT with the fierce urgency of now." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Nov. 8, 2019 Chairman Nadler Announces Next Step in Effort to Ratify the Equal Rights Amendment Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 After years of Schumer support & advocacy, anti-animal cruelty legislation unanimously passes in senate and awaits president's signature; Schumer says bipartisan Pact Act will close existing loophole and finally make animal cruelty a federal felony once and for all Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "This damning investigation by @SenatorMenendez and his staff shows that in a political mad dash to punish immigrants no matter the cost: President Trump and his administration defied the guidance of career officials and endangered our national security." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "In ignoring numerous, emphatic warnings from State Department officials: President Trump put at risk the safety and wellbeing of nearly 400,000 TPS beneficiaries and their U.S.-citizen children and strengthened transnational gangs such as MS-13." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Sens. Tillis and Leahy and Reps. Roby and Jeffries Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation Supporting Art Students Rep.Hakeem Jeffries, ...
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump: The House passed a bipartisan, universal background checks bill 250 days ago this week But there are indications you reversed your support for gun safety legislation So Sen. McConnell followed your example and refused to vote on the bill" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 7, 2019 Congressman Morelle Takes Action to Honor and Support America's Courageous Veterans Rep.Joe Morelle
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's disturbing pattern of putting partisan politics over our national interests is as alarming as it is consistent. His administration must reverse course on their reckless decision to terminate TPS." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Casey: We Must Do More to Protect Veterans From Falling Victim to Scam Artists Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Immigrants have made America what it is today. We don't build walls. We don't shut our gates. As the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments on President Trump's baseless decision to end DACA, I'm so proud to stand with the Dreamers. #HomeIsHere" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Leader McConnell has not moved even one gun safety bill to the floor. And just like on so many other issues, President Trump would rather do nothing to help the American people than upset special interests like the NRA." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 Tweet - "How many lives will it take before President @realDonaldTrump and Senate Republicans come to their senses and work with us to finally do something about the epidemic of gun violence in America?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019 After Hosting Roundtables And Meeting With Older Adults And Disability Rights Advocates Across New York, Gillibrand Unveils Bipartisan Legislation To Support Family Caregivers Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 4, 2019 Letter to Dr. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General, Department of Homeland Security - Members of Congress Call for Investigation After Ice Deletes Video Needed to Investigate the Death of Roxsana Hernandez Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019 Nadler, Lofgren Statement on Trump Administration's Announcement of Record Low Refugee Admission Level Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to the FBI for preventing what could have been another tragedy at a synagogue in America. This is a stark reminder that we must redouble our efforts to combat white supremacy and anti-Semitic violence." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 4, 2019 Gillibrand Announces That Following Her Invitation, Women's Suffrage Centennial Commission Will Meet At Seneca Falls To Honor The 100-Year Anniversary Of Women's Suffrage Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 1, 2019 Nadler Statement on Proposed HHS Rule Allowing Discrimination Against LGBTQ Families Rep.Jerry Nadler
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump has no one to blame but himself for breaking his promise to strengthen background checks and curb gun violence in a meaningful way." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Landmark Bipartisan Agricultural Workers Bill Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - ""The Art of Surrendering to the NRA' by @realDonaldTrump" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats will keep pushing for meaningful action to protect Americans from gun violence. We will see how long and how many lives it will take before Republicans come to their senses and act." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "On this Día de los Muertos, we honor the lives of those that have perished while seeking safety in the United States. Their memory is a reminder that we must put an end to the administration's heartless immigration policies. We cannot forget that we are a nation of immigrants." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 1, 2019 Letter to Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of US Department of Homeland Security - Rep. Takano Leads 24 Members in Sending Letter to DHS Expressing Concerns Over Detainee DNA Collection Practices Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Stefanik Co-Leads the Farm Workforce Modernization Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
Oct. 31, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and the Hon. Doug Collins, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee - Reps. Tlaib and Blumenauer urge Judiciary Committee to make robust, progressive reforms to Patriot Act Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Oct. 31, 2019 Tonko Votes to Begin Public Impeachment Hearings Rep.Paul Tonko
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "A bill meant to provide resources for our troops & their families steals money from them for Pres. Trump's border wall. Of course, @SenateGOP has resorted to bogus attacks, accusing Democrats of delaying a pay raise for our troops even though it's safe." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "The kids from the @LittleLobbyists celebrated Halloween right here in the Capitol. Because we wanted to hear how they're fighting for protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions. And because they had some incredibly cute costumes. Happy Halloween!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 31, 2019 Rep. Nadler Applauds Passage of Legislative Package to Protect Our National Parks and Public Lands Rep.Jerry Nadler
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "So proud of @PatrickCorbin46 for getting a big curly W for the @Nationals. He's from Syracuse! I might be a @Yankees fan, but my heart swelled with pride when I saw this New Yorker on the mound in Game 7." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 Meng Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Divided Families Reunification Act Out Of Key House Committee Rep.Grace Meng
Oct. 30, 2019 Stefanik Sends TICK Act Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs Rep.Elise Stefanik
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "My heart breaks for Oscar and Valeria and other families who have perished while seeking refuge in the U.S. Today, @RepChuyGarcia, @RepBarbaraLee, and I honored them at the @HispanicCaucus's Día de Los Muertos altar. Our nation must welcome the most vulnerable." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 New Deal for New Americans Act Rep.Grace Meng
Oct. 30, 2019 Reps. García, Meng and Jayapal Joined by Immigration Advocacy Organizations, Unveil Sweeping Legislation to Strengthen Support for Immigrants and Refugees Rep.Grace Meng, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Representative Mike Levin Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Safe Storage of Firearms and Reduce Gun Violence Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Welcome to WNY, @RealGDT. Hope the filming goes well! If you need dinner recommendations, I'd stop along @BuffaloNiagara's #BuffaloWingTrail!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 30, 2019 Welcoming Bishop Robert Barron Rep.Tom Suozzi
Oct. 29, 2019 Chairman Nadler Statement for Subcommittee Hearing on "The Impact of Current Immigration Policies on Service Members and Veterans, and their Families" Rep.Jerry Nadler
Oct. 29, 2019 Stefanik Joins Colleagues to File Amicus Brief in Second Amendment Case with NY SAFE Act Implications Rep.Elise Stefanik
Oct. 29, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Amid Delay, Senator Kaine Urges Trump Administration to Prioritize Children's Health and Keep Promise to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Republicans are accusing Democrats of holding up the appropriations process. But the truth is, the only "delay" is because Republicans insist on taking money from our military to spend on a border wall and won't sit down with Democrats to negotiate. That's it." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 28, 2019 Women's Suffrage Centennial Commemorative Coin Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
Oct. 28, 2019 Stefanik's Women's Suffrage Centennial Commemorative Coin Act Passes House Rep.Elise Stefanik
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