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July 20, 2020 Tweet - "It's July 20th, and President Trump still doesn't have an adequate national testing strategy." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell has said he's writing the next COVID bill behind the closed doors of his office. That's a failed approach. We must act on the House-passed HEROES Act that will put workers and small businesses before corporate special interests." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "It has been over three months since Senate Republicans have considered major COVID-relief legislation while Americans face this public health and economic crisis." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 19, 2020 Schumer reveals: U.S. Post Offices, including those throughout Upstate NY, could be forced to shut their doors unless they get an immediate infusion of funds; senator vows to fight for critically-needed $25b in "COVID-4' so they can remain open; fight to keep them open begins this week Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 19, 2020 Schumer statement urging Montefiore to keep Mt. Vernon hospital open Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "I support Sen Merkley's proposed bill to deal with the despicable federal actions in Portland by 1--Requiring fed agents to ID 2--Prohibiting fed misuse of unmarked vehicles 3--Prohibiting fed agents in crowd control outside of fed property without the invitation of local officials" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Hearing of the House Small Business Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Velázquez, Hearing on Oversight of the Small Business Administration and Department of Treasury Pandemic Programs Rep. Nydia Velázquez
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "There should be an immediate investigation by the Inspectors General at the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security into this abomination." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Letter to Peter Gaynor, Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Administration - Rose Leads NY Delegation Push for FEMA to Fully Fund Reopening Costs Rep. Grace Meng, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell wants to assess conditions in America before taking action on COVID Here's the assessment: People are losing their jobs People can't make rent People are going hungry Small businesses are closing COVID is spreading But Senate GOP's still sitting on their hands" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds Hudson Valley schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for Hudson Valley school districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand announce over $680 million in additional emergency federal funding for "Hot Spot' New York hospitals Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm honored to talk with Tina Knowles-Lawson, @OctaviaSpencer , the @CivilRightsOrg 's Vanita Gupta, Leigh Chapman, and LaShawn Warren, and @Mommas4Justice 's Maria Hamilton on passing the HEROES Act to fight for Americans in this crisis and provide funding to protect our elections." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats are fighting for urgent COVID relief to state and local governments, hazard pay for frontline workers, rental assistance for struggling families, help for small biz. For Senate Republicans to play political games after months of sitting on their hands is inexcusable." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pence, Vice President of the United States, and the Hon. Deborah Brix, Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator - Durbin, Duckworth, Senate Dems Press Trump Admin To Reverse Move Undermining COVID-19 Hospital Data Collection & Reporting Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "To USPS: Millions of Americans are relying on you to ensure their votes count--especially amid COVID We need to know your plan to ensure election mail is delivered without delay From @SenAmyKlobuchar , @SenatorCarper , @SenBrianSchatz , @SenBooker , & me:" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds Hudson Valley schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for Orange County school districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "You cannot sweep this under the rug. You cannot hide the facts. More than 130,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. President Trump: Get to work fighting this virus, and stop trying to undermine public health experts." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic continues to impact the Adirondack - Capital Region economy, small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; flanked by Albany & Warren County business owners, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan & continued assistance Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Chairman Nadler Introduces Coronavirus Containment Act of 2020 Rep. Jerry Nadler
July 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Schumer reveals: After months of fighting pandemic on the frontlines Putnam hospital strapped for cash & overlooked by Feds for millions in critical recovery $$$ for PPE, testing, & more due to bureaucratic guidelines; Schumer calls on Feds to immediately give Putnam hospital their fair share Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 In Big Flats, Schumer announces major two-prong push to get Fed funds to Southern Tier small businesses and schools; funds will aid in speedy and safe reopening to get region's economy back on its feet; surrounded by small business owners and education officials from around the Southern Tier, Schumer announces push to rev up Southern Tier's recovery from COVID-19 Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds, Western NY schools might not be able to safely reopen; mounting costs, such as PPE and internet connectivity, could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for WNY school districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "We all want our schools to reopen. But if we want to keep our students and teachers safe, we need MORE federal funding. I was proud to stand with our schools in Attica, NY to push for $175B in the next COVID-relief bill for the goal of safely reopening K-12 schools for all." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Schumer: Southern Tier institutions of higher education face massive budget shortfalls and new costs amid ongoing COVID crisis; senator pushes to expand support in future stimulus & get Southern Tier schools the support they need Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds North Country schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for North Country districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Wear a mask. Wear a mask. Wear a mask. Wear a mask. Wear a mask. We can get COVID-19 much more under control if we all wear one." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump and Peter Navarro could've used the DPA to increase PPE production months ago. They failed." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Governor Cuomo Announces New COVID Rental Assistance Program Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, ...
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "We are in the middle of a pandemic that has killed more than 130,000 Americans, but President Trump and the Republicans are still suing to take away health coverage from tens of millions." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Schumer unveils plan to restore Long Island homeowners' full SALT tax deduction in upcoming, "COVID-4' coronavirus response legislation; the harmful cap on the deduction is costing LI'ers tens-of-thousands of dollars & they need that money now, more than ever Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "We all want our schools to reopen But if we want to keep our students and teachers safe, we need MORE federal funding I'm standing with our schools in Victor, New York to push for $175 billion in the next COVID-relief bill for the goal of safely reopening K-12 schools for all" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Schumer, Murray Announce New Proposal To Ensure COVID-19 Vaccine Is Safe, Effective, Free, Universally Available, and Widely Administered Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
July 13, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds Rochester-Finger Lakes schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for Rochester districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "I called on President Trump months ago to invoke the DPA to increase production of PPE. He failed. Now with record levels of COVID, frontline workers are risking their lives without critical protective equipment. President Trump isn't getting the job done." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "We cannot continue the Trump admin's haphazard approach to COVID-19. Senate Democrats are fighting for a $25 billion plan to ensure vaccines are effective, free, and widely available and administered. It must be included in the next COVID-relief bill." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 With millions on the line, Schumer calls for immediate fiscal relief for local governments throughout Western New York that project crippling revenue and job losses amid ongoing COVID-19 fight Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "More than 130,000 deaths. More than 17 million unemployed. But President Trump is calling everyone a liar. And Senate Republicans are still sitting on their hands when we need action now." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic rages on, devastating Central New York's economy, small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; surrounded by CNY business owners, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan; Central New York's economic recovery is critical for all of NY Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 12, 2020 Tweet - "Everyone wants our schools to reopen. But if we want to keep our students and teachers safe, we need MORE federal funding to make it happen. We need to take action in COVID-4 and commit $175 billion to the goal of safely reopening K-12 schools for all." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 12, 2020 Tweet - "I'm standing with @SenWarren and @RepPressley . Because President Trump using a pandemic to throw out international students is callous and counterproductive. His administration must rescind this decision ASAP." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 11, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump: You've had MONTHS to increase production of PPE. You failed. Now with record levels of COVID, frontline workers are risking their lives without critical protective equipment. What will it take for you to take this problem seriously?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 11, 2020 Tweet - "What are President Trump, Senator McConnell, and the Senate Republicans waiting for?! The House passed the Heroes Act almost 2 months ago We have to act to fight this crisis On Long Island. In New York. Across the country. Americans can't keep waiting!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Duckworth, Schumer Lead Senate Dems in Demanding Opportunity to Review Any Relevant President's Daily Briefs and Other Key Nsc Materials Related to Reports on Russia's Operation to Offer Bounties for Killing American Troops Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
July 8, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic rages on, devastating WNY economy, many small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; at WNY business, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan & continued assistance; WNY's economic recovery is critical for all of NYS Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "We should extend and expand PPP. I'm standing with business owners at Partners Packaging in South Buffalo to announce the Prioritized Paycheck Protection Program Act. This will give truly small businesses hardest hit by COVID the chance for a 2nd round of help they need ASAP." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump using a pandemic to throw out international students is callous and counterproductive It makes no sense for public health, hurts universities and their communities, and cruelly disrupts lives for no good reason They must rescind it ASAP" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Durbin, Duckworth Join Call For $32 Billion In Transit Funding In Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "Grocery store workers put their lives on the line amid COVID I'm joining @RWDSU frontline workers to call on Stop & Shop and other grocery stories to extend hazard pay And I won't stop fighting in the Senate for hazard pay for all frontline workers @local338 @ufcw1500 @ufcw342" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 With millions on the line, Schumer calls for Senate to step up to the plate and provide immediate fiscal relief for local governments like Otsego County that project devastating revenue and job losses amid ongoing COVID-19 fight Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic rages on, devastating Rochester-Finger Lakes area economy, many small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; surrounded by Rochester-Finger Lakes area business owners, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan & continued assistance; Rochester-Finger Lakes area's economic recovery is critical for all of NYS Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "Our schools & child care providers need MORE federal funding--not less--to be able to safely open @PattyMurray and I have a bill to provide $430B to help students, families, teachers, schools, & child care centers amid COVID-19 Pres. Trump & GOP have no plan to keep families safe" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "It's July 7th, and President Trump still doesn't have an adequate national testing strategy." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "There are so many areas where President Trump has been derelict in this coronavirus crisis, but the lack of testing may be the worst. When is he going to understand that we need a Marshall Plan for testing?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems took to the floor last week to demand we pass a bill to provide federal aid to schools and child care centers to keep kids and teachers safe What happened? Republicans blocked it. President Trump & Senate GOP are not serious about fighting for schools amid COVID-19" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "130,000 Americans have died. Experts are saying there may be 700,000 new cases per day this week. President Trump needs to focus on ramping up testing, not telling his staff to purposefully slow it down." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Tweet - "What Senate GOP blocked last week Rental assistance Food assistance Funding for COVID testing & tracing Protections for workers Protections for Dreamers Resources for elections Resources for schools & nursing homes Resources for state & local governments & tribes" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Schumer reveals: As pandemic leaves CNY hospitals strapped for cash & layoffs on the horizon, they miss out on federal recovery $$$ due to bureaucratic guidelines; Schumer calls on Feds to immediately give financially-devastated NY hospitals -- like Crouse & St. Joe's -- their fair share Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 With millions on the line, Schumer calls for immediate fiscal relief for local governments throughout the capital region that project crippling revenue and job losses amid ongoing COVID-19 fight Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Leads Call for Hazard Pay for VA Employees on the Front Lines of the Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 5, 2020 Tweet - "What Senate Republicans BLOCKED last week --Rental assistance --Food assistance --Funding for COVID testing & tracing --Protections for workers --Protections for Dreamers --Resources for elections --Resources for schools & nursing homes --Resources for state & local governments & tribes" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 4, 2020 Tweet - "This July 4th, I was so proud to join the @Sept11Memorial as it re-opens today to family members, the 9/11 community, and workers on the frontlines of COVID-19. Find out more about helping to stay safe if you visit: https://911memorial.io/2ZvM3Pc" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "2.6M infections. Over 120,000 American deaths. Over 17M unemployed. But President Trump says "I think we're going to be very good with the coronavirus. I think at some point that's going to sort of just disappear" He's totally disconnected from reality--He's living in a bubble." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "Here's what Senate Republicans BLOCKED this week: Resources for state & local governments & tribes Funding for COVID testing & tracing Resources for elections Resources for schools & nursing homes Food assistance Protections for workers Protections for Dreamers Rental assistance" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "These reports are coming to light in the context of President Trump being soft on Vladimir Putin when it comes to NATO, the G7, Crimea, Ukraine, and the ongoing undermining of the integrity of our elections. From @SpeakerPelosi and me:" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump must not repeat the same mistakes with this economic crisis that he made initially with COVID-19--ignoring it and brushing it aside now will only ensure that things will get worse once again." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "Whether it is an unrelenting COVID killing Americans or Putin's malign actions endangering our troops, President Trump has the same reaction: stick his head in the sand and do nothing." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus cases are at record highs and more than 17 million Americans are unemployed. What's President Trump's reaction? A victory lap." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's own CDC director says the number of COVID-19 cases may be 10x higher than reported. But President Trump still somehow assumes this will just take care of itself!?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "The first of month means rent is due for millions of Americans struggling to make ends meet amid COVID-19 I just took to the floor with @SenSherrodBrown to demand we pass our bill that helps ensure families can stay in their homes But Senate GOP blocked it #RentReliefNow" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "We CANNOT allow Republicans to let enhanced unemployment benefits expire amid COVID. I took to @DataProgress to explain how @RonWyden & I are proposing to extend them as long as this crisis continues: The American Workforce Rescue Act #DemsDemandAction" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 After 14-Hour House Armed Services Committee Mark Up, Stefanik Secures Wins for North Country, Fort Drum, Service Members and Military Families in FY2021 NDAA Rep. Elise Stefanik
July 1, 2020 Velázquez Conducts Oversight of SBA Office Overseeing COVID-19 Relief EIDL Program Rep. Nydia Velázquez
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "I took to the floor with @PattyMurray to demand that we pass the Coronavirus Child Care and Educational Relief Act. Because our child care system, schools, students, and families need urgent help now in this crisis. But Senate Republicans objected." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Murray, Democrats Urge CDC to Combat Antimicrobial Resistant Infections Associated With COVID-19 Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Date Title Politician
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "It's July 20th, and President Trump still doesn't have an adequate national testing strategy." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell has said he's writing the next COVID bill behind the closed doors of his office. That's a failed approach. We must act on the House-passed HEROES Act that will put workers and small businesses before corporate special interests." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "It has been over three months since Senate Republicans have considered major COVID-relief legislation while Americans face this public health and economic crisis." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 19, 2020 Schumer reveals: U.S. Post Offices, including those throughout Upstate NY, could be forced to shut their doors unless they get an immediate infusion of funds; senator vows to fight for critically-needed $25b in "COVID-4' so they can remain open; fight to keep them open begins this week Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 19, 2020 Schumer statement urging Montefiore to keep Mt. Vernon hospital open Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "I support Sen Merkley's proposed bill to deal with the despicable federal actions in Portland by 1--Requiring fed agents to ID 2--Prohibiting fed misuse of unmarked vehicles 3--Prohibiting fed agents in crowd control outside of fed property without the invitation of local officials" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Hearing of the House Small Business Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Velázquez, Hearing on Oversight of the Small Business Administration and Department of Treasury Pandemic Programs Rep.Nydia Velázquez
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "There should be an immediate investigation by the Inspectors General at the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security into this abomination." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Letter to Peter Gaynor, Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Administration - Rose Leads NY Delegation Push for FEMA to Fully Fund Reopening Costs Rep.Grace Meng, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell wants to assess conditions in America before taking action on COVID Here's the assessment: People are losing their jobs People can't make rent People are going hungry Small businesses are closing COVID is spreading But Senate GOP's still sitting on their hands" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds Hudson Valley schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for Hudson Valley school districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand announce over $680 million in additional emergency federal funding for "Hot Spot' New York hospitals Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "I'm honored to talk with Tina Knowles-Lawson, @OctaviaSpencer , the @CivilRightsOrg 's Vanita Gupta, Leigh Chapman, and LaShawn Warren, and @Mommas4Justice 's Maria Hamilton on passing the HEROES Act to fight for Americans in this crisis and provide funding to protect our elections." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats are fighting for urgent COVID relief to state and local governments, hazard pay for frontline workers, rental assistance for struggling families, help for small biz. For Senate Republicans to play political games after months of sitting on their hands is inexcusable." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pence, Vice President of the United States, and the Hon. Deborah Brix, Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator - Durbin, Duckworth, Senate Dems Press Trump Admin To Reverse Move Undermining COVID-19 Hospital Data Collection & Reporting Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "To USPS: Millions of Americans are relying on you to ensure their votes count--especially amid COVID We need to know your plan to ensure election mail is delivered without delay From @SenAmyKlobuchar , @SenatorCarper , @SenBrianSchatz , @SenBooker , & me:" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds Hudson Valley schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for Orange County school districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Tweet - "You cannot sweep this under the rug. You cannot hide the facts. More than 130,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. President Trump: Get to work fighting this virus, and stop trying to undermine public health experts." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic continues to impact the Adirondack - Capital Region economy, small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; flanked by Albany & Warren County business owners, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan & continued assistance Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 16, 2020 Chairman Nadler Introduces Coronavirus Containment Act of 2020 Rep.Jerry Nadler
July 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Schumer reveals: After months of fighting pandemic on the frontlines Putnam hospital strapped for cash & overlooked by Feds for millions in critical recovery $$$ for PPE, testing, & more due to bureaucratic guidelines; Schumer calls on Feds to immediately give Putnam hospital their fair share Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 In Big Flats, Schumer announces major two-prong push to get Fed funds to Southern Tier small businesses and schools; funds will aid in speedy and safe reopening to get region's economy back on its feet; surrounded by small business owners and education officials from around the Southern Tier, Schumer announces push to rev up Southern Tier's recovery from COVID-19 Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds, Western NY schools might not be able to safely reopen; mounting costs, such as PPE and internet connectivity, could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for WNY school districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "We all want our schools to reopen. But if we want to keep our students and teachers safe, we need MORE federal funding. I was proud to stand with our schools in Attica, NY to push for $175B in the next COVID-relief bill for the goal of safely reopening K-12 schools for all." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Schumer: Southern Tier institutions of higher education face massive budget shortfalls and new costs amid ongoing COVID crisis; senator pushes to expand support in future stimulus & get Southern Tier schools the support they need Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds North Country schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for North Country districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "Wear a mask. Wear a mask. Wear a mask. Wear a mask. Wear a mask. We can get COVID-19 much more under control if we all wear one." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 15, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump and Peter Navarro could've used the DPA to increase PPE production months ago. They failed." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Governor Cuomo Announces New COVID Rental Assistance Program Rep.Hakeem Jeffries, ...
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "We are in the middle of a pandemic that has killed more than 130,000 Americans, but President Trump and the Republicans are still suing to take away health coverage from tens of millions." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 14, 2020 Schumer unveils plan to restore Long Island homeowners' full SALT tax deduction in upcoming, "COVID-4' coronavirus response legislation; the harmful cap on the deduction is costing LI'ers tens-of-thousands of dollars & they need that money now, more than ever Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "We all want our schools to reopen But if we want to keep our students and teachers safe, we need MORE federal funding I'm standing with our schools in Victor, New York to push for $175 billion in the next COVID-relief bill for the goal of safely reopening K-12 schools for all" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Schumer, Murray Announce New Proposal To Ensure COVID-19 Vaccine Is Safe, Effective, Free, Universally Available, and Widely Administered Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
July 13, 2020 Schumer reveals: Without Fed funds Rochester-Finger Lakes schools might not be able to safely reopen; costs of PPE, physical barriers & other supplies could badly drain local resources, making it much harder for Rochester districts to open safely; senator pushes plan to cover those costs with Fed dollars in "COVID-4' & allow schools to safely reopen Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "I called on President Trump months ago to invoke the DPA to increase production of PPE. He failed. Now with record levels of COVID, frontline workers are risking their lives without critical protective equipment. President Trump isn't getting the job done." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "We cannot continue the Trump admin's haphazard approach to COVID-19. Senate Democrats are fighting for a $25 billion plan to ensure vaccines are effective, free, and widely available and administered. It must be included in the next COVID-relief bill." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 With millions on the line, Schumer calls for immediate fiscal relief for local governments throughout Western New York that project crippling revenue and job losses amid ongoing COVID-19 fight Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Tweet - "More than 130,000 deaths. More than 17 million unemployed. But President Trump is calling everyone a liar. And Senate Republicans are still sitting on their hands when we need action now." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 13, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic rages on, devastating Central New York's economy, small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; surrounded by CNY business owners, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan; Central New York's economic recovery is critical for all of NY Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 12, 2020 Tweet - "Everyone wants our schools to reopen. But if we want to keep our students and teachers safe, we need MORE federal funding to make it happen. We need to take action in COVID-4 and commit $175 billion to the goal of safely reopening K-12 schools for all." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 12, 2020 Tweet - "I'm standing with @SenWarren and @RepPressley . Because President Trump using a pandemic to throw out international students is callous and counterproductive. His administration must rescind this decision ASAP." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 11, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump: You've had MONTHS to increase production of PPE. You failed. Now with record levels of COVID, frontline workers are risking their lives without critical protective equipment. What will it take for you to take this problem seriously?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 11, 2020 Tweet - "What are President Trump, Senator McConnell, and the Senate Republicans waiting for?! The House passed the Heroes Act almost 2 months ago We have to act to fight this crisis On Long Island. In New York. Across the country. Americans can't keep waiting!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Duckworth, Schumer Lead Senate Dems in Demanding Opportunity to Review Any Relevant President's Daily Briefs and Other Key Nsc Materials Related to Reports on Russia's Operation to Offer Bounties for Killing American Troops Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
July 8, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic rages on, devastating WNY economy, many small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; at WNY business, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan & continued assistance; WNY's economic recovery is critical for all of NYS Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "We should extend and expand PPP. I'm standing with business owners at Partners Packaging in South Buffalo to announce the Prioritized Paycheck Protection Program Act. This will give truly small businesses hardest hit by COVID the chance for a 2nd round of help they need ASAP." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump using a pandemic to throw out international students is callous and counterproductive It makes no sense for public health, hurts universities and their communities, and cruelly disrupts lives for no good reason They must rescind it ASAP" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Durbin, Duckworth Join Call For $32 Billion In Transit Funding In Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "Grocery store workers put their lives on the line amid COVID I'm joining @RWDSU frontline workers to call on Stop & Shop and other grocery stories to extend hazard pay And I won't stop fighting in the Senate for hazard pay for all frontline workers @local338 @ufcw1500 @ufcw342" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 With millions on the line, Schumer calls for Senate to step up to the plate and provide immediate fiscal relief for local governments like Otsego County that project devastating revenue and job losses amid ongoing COVID-19 fight Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Schumer: As the pandemic rages on, devastating Rochester-Finger Lakes area economy, many small businesses need second PPP loan to stay afloat; surrounded by Rochester-Finger Lakes area business owners, senator pushes to extend "PPP" program to give local small biz owners another loan & continued assistance; Rochester-Finger Lakes area's economic recovery is critical for all of NYS Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "Our schools & child care providers need MORE federal funding--not less--to be able to safely open @PattyMurray and I have a bill to provide $430B to help students, families, teachers, schools, & child care centers amid COVID-19 Pres. Trump & GOP have no plan to keep families safe" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "It's July 7th, and President Trump still doesn't have an adequate national testing strategy." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "There are so many areas where President Trump has been derelict in this coronavirus crisis, but the lack of testing may be the worst. When is he going to understand that we need a Marshall Plan for testing?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems took to the floor last week to demand we pass a bill to provide federal aid to schools and child care centers to keep kids and teachers safe What happened? Republicans blocked it. President Trump & Senate GOP are not serious about fighting for schools amid COVID-19" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 7, 2020 Tweet - "130,000 Americans have died. Experts are saying there may be 700,000 new cases per day this week. President Trump needs to focus on ramping up testing, not telling his staff to purposefully slow it down." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Tweet - "What Senate GOP blocked last week Rental assistance Food assistance Funding for COVID testing & tracing Protections for workers Protections for Dreamers Resources for elections Resources for schools & nursing homes Resources for state & local governments & tribes" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Schumer reveals: As pandemic leaves CNY hospitals strapped for cash & layoffs on the horizon, they miss out on federal recovery $$$ due to bureaucratic guidelines; Schumer calls on Feds to immediately give financially-devastated NY hospitals -- like Crouse & St. Joe's -- their fair share Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 With millions on the line, Schumer calls for immediate fiscal relief for local governments throughout the capital region that project crippling revenue and job losses amid ongoing COVID-19 fight Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Leads Call for Hazard Pay for VA Employees on the Front Lines of the Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 5, 2020 Tweet - "What Senate Republicans BLOCKED last week --Rental assistance --Food assistance --Funding for COVID testing & tracing --Protections for workers --Protections for Dreamers --Resources for elections --Resources for schools & nursing homes --Resources for state & local governments & tribes" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 4, 2020 Tweet - "This July 4th, I was so proud to join the @Sept11Memorial as it re-opens today to family members, the 9/11 community, and workers on the frontlines of COVID-19. Find out more about helping to stay safe if you visit: https://911memorial.io/2ZvM3Pc" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "2.6M infections. Over 120,000 American deaths. Over 17M unemployed. But President Trump says "I think we're going to be very good with the coronavirus. I think at some point that's going to sort of just disappear" He's totally disconnected from reality--He's living in a bubble." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "Here's what Senate Republicans BLOCKED this week: Resources for state & local governments & tribes Funding for COVID testing & tracing Resources for elections Resources for schools & nursing homes Food assistance Protections for workers Protections for Dreamers Rental assistance" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "These reports are coming to light in the context of President Trump being soft on Vladimir Putin when it comes to NATO, the G7, Crimea, Ukraine, and the ongoing undermining of the integrity of our elections. From @SpeakerPelosi and me:" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump must not repeat the same mistakes with this economic crisis that he made initially with COVID-19--ignoring it and brushing it aside now will only ensure that things will get worse once again." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "Whether it is an unrelenting COVID killing Americans or Putin's malign actions endangering our troops, President Trump has the same reaction: stick his head in the sand and do nothing." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus cases are at record highs and more than 17 million Americans are unemployed. What's President Trump's reaction? A victory lap." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's own CDC director says the number of COVID-19 cases may be 10x higher than reported. But President Trump still somehow assumes this will just take care of itself!?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "The first of month means rent is due for millions of Americans struggling to make ends meet amid COVID-19 I just took to the floor with @SenSherrodBrown to demand we pass our bill that helps ensure families can stay in their homes But Senate GOP blocked it #RentReliefNow" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "We CANNOT allow Republicans to let enhanced unemployment benefits expire amid COVID. I took to @DataProgress to explain how @RonWyden & I are proposing to extend them as long as this crisis continues: The American Workforce Rescue Act #DemsDemandAction" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 After 14-Hour House Armed Services Committee Mark Up, Stefanik Secures Wins for North Country, Fort Drum, Service Members and Military Families in FY2021 NDAA Rep.Elise Stefanik
July 1, 2020 Velázquez Conducts Oversight of SBA Office Overseeing COVID-19 Relief EIDL Program Rep.Nydia Velázquez
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "I took to the floor with @PattyMurray to demand that we pass the Coronavirus Child Care and Educational Relief Act. Because our child care system, schools, students, and families need urgent help now in this crisis. But Senate Republicans objected." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Murray, Democrats Urge CDC to Combat Antimicrobial Resistant Infections Associated With COVID-19 Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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