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Jan. 4, 2022 Congressman Morelle Announces Federal Action to Address Local Shortage of Bus Drivers Rep. Joe Morelle
Jan. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Celi Muschamp is a hero. She was brave, selflessly saving the life of a 1-year-old she cared for. I'm praying for her family and her loved ones. And we will keep working to make our streets safer from traffic violence." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Gillibrand Announces Nearly $30 Million In Federal Funding For Wind Turbine Tower Manufacturing At The Port Of Albany Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 20, 2021 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director CDC; Hon. Steve Dickson, Administrator FAA - Feinstein, Beyer, Swalwell, Torres to Biden Administration: Require COVID-19 Vaccine or Negative Test for Domestic Air Travel Rep. Ritchie Torres, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Rep. Adriano Espaillat Announces $2.2 Billion in New Funding for Roads and Bridges Headed to New York, First Round of Highway Funding Under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 13, 2021 Tweet - "NEW: With the infrastructure bill we passed, I brokered a deal between MTA & Amtrak on 2 critical projects Penn Access will create a 1-seat ride for the Bronx & Westchester to Penn Station and create 4 new Bronx stations LIRR East River Tunnels will be repaired & upgraded" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nuria Fernandez, Administrator of the Federal Transit Administration - Gillibrand, Schumer Call on Federal Transit Administration to Fund the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Tweet - "With the infrastructure bill we passed, New York City is getting tens of millions in federal funds to expand our biking infrastructure. It's a #BikeBoom!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 24, 2021 Tweet - "I've long pushed for expanded US investment in electric vehicle infrastructure The infrastructure bill delivers over $12B to build out EV charging infrastructure & purchase electric transit, school buses--meaning more accessible EV chargers & less air pollution across NY & the US" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 23, 2021 Tweet - "The Broadway Junction station will soon become more accessible for all to use, thanks to the infrastructure bill and a $15M RAISE grant I fought to deliver. I advocated for these upgrades so that New Yorkers with disabilities have the access to mass transit that they deserve." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 23, 2021 Tweet - "I have been riding my bike around New York City for a long time. And I'm so proud of the changes we're about to make. With this infrastructure bill, we're getting tens of millions in federal funds to expand our biking infrastructure! #BikeBoom" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 19, 2021 Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $30 Million In Federal Funding For Transportation Projects In New York City And Westchester Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Gillibrand Announces $27 Billion Once-In-A-Generation Investment In New York Infrastructure Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 17, 2021 Letter to Hon. Marty Walsh, Secretary US Dept. of Labor - Address Supply Chain Crisis Rep. Claudia Tenney, ...
Nov. 16, 2021 Tweet - "The #InfrastructureBill delivers $25 billion for airports across America including almost $1 billion for New York." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 16, 2021 Gillibrand Praises President Biden Signing Infrastructure Act Into Law Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 15, 2021 Tweet - "I worked hard to pass this infrastructure bill. Together with the $14B+ I secured in the COVID relief bills, it delivers investment in our public transit system that'll help subway straphangers, bus riders, MTA & LIRR commuters get to where they need to go on time and affordably!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Thank you to Kevin Cushing--a great NYer I brought to the White House His son Patrick died in 2018 celebrating a friend's birthday when he and 19 others were killed in a limo crash The families pushed for changes to make these vehicles safer With this bill--their work paid off" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 12, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Congressional Democrats Urge Biden Administration To Require Vaccination Or Negative Test For Airline Travelers As Holidays Approach Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Riding my bike through New York is one of my favorite things to do. And I was so happy to meet with bike advocates from across NYC today to talk about how the historic bike improvement funding in this infrastructure bill can be used to help transform our bike infrastructure." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 10, 2021 Tweet - "Real $ relief is coming down the tracks for the LIRR and Long Island commuter rail from this infrastructure bill. This will address backups at Jamaica Station, improve accessibility for people with disabilities, keep workers working and riders riding." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 9, 2021 Schumer Reveals: Over $11 Billion Heading to NY Transit Systems in Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill; Largest-Ever Federal Investment in Upstate Transportation Means Wheels Keep Turning and Upstate NY on Track to a Bright Future Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "The Cross Bronx Expressway displaced 40K NYers and spiked asthma, disease, & air pollution all in vulnerable communities @RepRitchie @KarinesReyes87 @NilkaMartell @MVelazNYC & I are fighting for fed funding from the infrastructure bill to redesign the CBE sustainably, equitably" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "The @MTA will soon receive $10B from the infrastructure bill. It means subway system improvements, better service, additions like the Second Ave Subway, and tens of thousands of new jobs. This funding ensures the subway can keep going stronger for years to come." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 6, 2021 Gillibrand Praises Infrastructure Bill Passing The House; Recommits To Passing Paid Leave In Build Back Better Agenda Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 4, 2021 Tweet - "This is great news. I worked tirelessly to deliver this work to Hornell, creating jobs and ensuring top notch cars headed to service Amtrak riders." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 25, 2021 President Biden and Governor Murphy Break Ground on the Portal North Bridge Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. David P. Pekoske, Transportation Security Administrator - Biden's Nov 22 Mandate on TSA Agents Rep. Andrew Garbarino, ...
Oct. 15, 2021 Letter to Rick Cotton, Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey - Meng Calls on Port Authority to Provide More Recommendations for Combatting Aircraft Noise Over Queens Rep. Grace Meng
Oct. 15, 2021 Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Backs Bill to Ban COVID-19 Travel Discrimination Rep. Claudia Tenney
Sept. 30, 2021 Espaillat Introduces Legislation to Revitalize New York City Infrastructure Projects Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Sept. 29, 2021 Schumer, Gillibrand Deliver Over $12 Million In Federal Economic Relief For Buffalo Niagara International Airport & Watertown International Airport For Operational And Maintanence Costs Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 24, 2021 Schumer Announces $61 Million For Capital District Transportation Authority To Expand Bus Rapid Transit System Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 24, 2021 Tweet - "I'm thrilled to announce @FTA_DOT's $61 million grant agreement with Albany's Capital District Transportation Authority to expand its bus rapid transit system. This represents our work for a more connected and resilient future." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 22, 2021 Tweet - "WATCH: I rode with @NYTWA cabbie Richard Chow and ally to taxi workers @ZohranKMamdani to highlight the horrific medallion debt crisis and the need for better solutions from @NYCtaxi. Wanton lending and a lack of oversight created this crisis. We must make it right." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 20, 2021 Stefanik Slams Extension of Northern Border Travel Restrictions Rep. Elise Stefanik
Sept. 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Peter DeFazio, Chairman of the House Committee Transportation & Infrastructure; and Hon. Sherrod Brown, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs - Reps. García, Johnson, and Pressley Call for Additional Investments in Public Transit in Reconciliation Legislation Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Sept. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Stefanik, Daines Call for Passage of their Bill to Open the Northern Border Rep. Elise Stefanik
Aug. 20, 2021 Stefanik Announces Award for Piseco Airport Rep. Elise Stefanik
Aug. 20, 2021 Stefanik Announces $2 Million Grant for Adirondack Regional Airport Rep. Elise Stefanik
Aug. 20, 2021 Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Drafting Bill to Prohibit U.S. Government from Charging American Citizens for Evacuation Flights Rep. Claudia Tenney
Aug. 19, 2021 Stefanik Announces Grant for Plattsburgh International Airport Rep. Elise Stefanik
Aug. 18, 2021 Schumer Reveals: Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Includes Record $74 Million For Centro -- A 34% Increase For Operations And Capital Expenses; Package Also Provides Millions In Funding For Bus Rapid Transit, New Buses And More Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 18, 2021 Tweet - "I'm proud the Senate passed the largest investment in public transit ever. And I was proud to announce in Syracuse today that that includes a record-breaking $74 million for CENTRO to help keep our Central New York community connected and pave the way for expanded service." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 16, 2021 Schumer Reveals: Over 145 Deficient And Unsafe Bridges Across Rochester & The Finger Lakes Region; Senator Secures Nearly $13.5 Billion To Finally Fix Dilapidated & Downright Dangerous Bridges Across NY, Creating Jobs, Safer Roads, And Saving Lives Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 11, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Barragan Leads Effort to Secure Robust Funding for Electric Vehicles Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Aug. 11, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Matsui, Connolly, Barragán, Clarke Lead Effort to Secure Robust Funding for Electric Vehicles Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Aug. 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Dingell, Clarke Urge Congressional Leadership to Invest $85B in Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 9, 2021 Almost Three Years Since The Tragic Schoharie Accident Took 20 Lives, Schumer, Gillibrand Secure Safety Provisions In Infrastructure Bill Setting Federal Limo Safety Standards & Closing Deadly Loopholes To Get Dangerous Limos Off Roads And Save Lives Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 5, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden's action today is an important step in the climate fight. And my Clean Cars for America plan would help us make this transition to electric vehicles. Democrats promised big, bold climate action, and we are making it a vital part of infrastructure legislation." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
Jan. 4, 2022 Congressman Morelle Announces Federal Action to Address Local Shortage of Bus Drivers Rep.Joe Morelle
Jan. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Celi Muschamp is a hero. She was brave, selflessly saving the life of a 1-year-old she cared for. I'm praying for her family and her loved ones. And we will keep working to make our streets safer from traffic violence." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Gillibrand Announces Nearly $30 Million In Federal Funding For Wind Turbine Tower Manufacturing At The Port Of Albany Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 20, 2021 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director CDC; Hon. Steve Dickson, Administrator FAA - Feinstein, Beyer, Swalwell, Torres to Biden Administration: Require COVID-19 Vaccine or Negative Test for Domestic Air Travel Rep.Ritchie Torres, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Rep. Adriano Espaillat Announces $2.2 Billion in New Funding for Roads and Bridges Headed to New York, First Round of Highway Funding Under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 13, 2021 Tweet - "NEW: With the infrastructure bill we passed, I brokered a deal between MTA & Amtrak on 2 critical projects Penn Access will create a 1-seat ride for the Bronx & Westchester to Penn Station and create 4 new Bronx stations LIRR East River Tunnels will be repaired & upgraded" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nuria Fernandez, Administrator of the Federal Transit Administration - Gillibrand, Schumer Call on Federal Transit Administration to Fund the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 30, 2021 Tweet - "With the infrastructure bill we passed, New York City is getting tens of millions in federal funds to expand our biking infrastructure. It's a #BikeBoom!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 24, 2021 Tweet - "I've long pushed for expanded US investment in electric vehicle infrastructure The infrastructure bill delivers over $12B to build out EV charging infrastructure & purchase electric transit, school buses--meaning more accessible EV chargers & less air pollution across NY & the US" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 23, 2021 Tweet - "The Broadway Junction station will soon become more accessible for all to use, thanks to the infrastructure bill and a $15M RAISE grant I fought to deliver. I advocated for these upgrades so that New Yorkers with disabilities have the access to mass transit that they deserve." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 23, 2021 Tweet - "I have been riding my bike around New York City for a long time. And I'm so proud of the changes we're about to make. With this infrastructure bill, we're getting tens of millions in federal funds to expand our biking infrastructure! #BikeBoom" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 19, 2021 Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $30 Million In Federal Funding For Transportation Projects In New York City And Westchester Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Gillibrand Announces $27 Billion Once-In-A-Generation Investment In New York Infrastructure Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 17, 2021 Letter to Hon. Marty Walsh, Secretary US Dept. of Labor - Address Supply Chain Crisis Rep.Claudia Tenney, ...
Nov. 16, 2021 Tweet - "The #InfrastructureBill delivers $25 billion for airports across America including almost $1 billion for New York." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 16, 2021 Gillibrand Praises President Biden Signing Infrastructure Act Into Law Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 15, 2021 Tweet - "I worked hard to pass this infrastructure bill. Together with the $14B+ I secured in the COVID relief bills, it delivers investment in our public transit system that'll help subway straphangers, bus riders, MTA & LIRR commuters get to where they need to go on time and affordably!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Thank you to Kevin Cushing--a great NYer I brought to the White House His son Patrick died in 2018 celebrating a friend's birthday when he and 19 others were killed in a limo crash The families pushed for changes to make these vehicles safer With this bill--their work paid off" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 12, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Congressional Democrats Urge Biden Administration To Require Vaccination Or Negative Test For Airline Travelers As Holidays Approach Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 11, 2021 Tweet - "Riding my bike through New York is one of my favorite things to do. And I was so happy to meet with bike advocates from across NYC today to talk about how the historic bike improvement funding in this infrastructure bill can be used to help transform our bike infrastructure." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 10, 2021 Tweet - "Real $ relief is coming down the tracks for the LIRR and Long Island commuter rail from this infrastructure bill. This will address backups at Jamaica Station, improve accessibility for people with disabilities, keep workers working and riders riding." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 9, 2021 Schumer Reveals: Over $11 Billion Heading to NY Transit Systems in Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill; Largest-Ever Federal Investment in Upstate Transportation Means Wheels Keep Turning and Upstate NY on Track to a Bright Future Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "The Cross Bronx Expressway displaced 40K NYers and spiked asthma, disease, & air pollution all in vulnerable communities @RepRitchie @KarinesReyes87 @NilkaMartell @MVelazNYC & I are fighting for fed funding from the infrastructure bill to redesign the CBE sustainably, equitably" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 9, 2021 Tweet - "The @MTA will soon receive $10B from the infrastructure bill. It means subway system improvements, better service, additions like the Second Ave Subway, and tens of thousands of new jobs. This funding ensures the subway can keep going stronger for years to come." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 6, 2021 Gillibrand Praises Infrastructure Bill Passing The House; Recommits To Passing Paid Leave In Build Back Better Agenda Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 4, 2021 Tweet - "This is great news. I worked tirelessly to deliver this work to Hornell, creating jobs and ensuring top notch cars headed to service Amtrak riders." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 25, 2021 President Biden and Governor Murphy Break Ground on the Portal North Bridge Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Oct. 22, 2021 Letter to Hon. David P. Pekoske, Transportation Security Administrator - Biden's Nov 22 Mandate on TSA Agents Rep.Andrew Garbarino, ...
Oct. 15, 2021 Letter to Rick Cotton, Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey - Meng Calls on Port Authority to Provide More Recommendations for Combatting Aircraft Noise Over Queens Rep.Grace Meng
Oct. 15, 2021 Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Backs Bill to Ban COVID-19 Travel Discrimination Rep.Claudia Tenney
Sept. 30, 2021 Espaillat Introduces Legislation to Revitalize New York City Infrastructure Projects Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Sept. 29, 2021 Schumer, Gillibrand Deliver Over $12 Million In Federal Economic Relief For Buffalo Niagara International Airport & Watertown International Airport For Operational And Maintanence Costs Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 24, 2021 Schumer Announces $61 Million For Capital District Transportation Authority To Expand Bus Rapid Transit System Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 24, 2021 Tweet - "I'm thrilled to announce @FTA_DOT's $61 million grant agreement with Albany's Capital District Transportation Authority to expand its bus rapid transit system. This represents our work for a more connected and resilient future." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 22, 2021 Tweet - "WATCH: I rode with @NYTWA cabbie Richard Chow and ally to taxi workers @ZohranKMamdani to highlight the horrific medallion debt crisis and the need for better solutions from @NYCtaxi. Wanton lending and a lack of oversight created this crisis. We must make it right." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 20, 2021 Stefanik Slams Extension of Northern Border Travel Restrictions Rep.Elise Stefanik
Sept. 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Peter DeFazio, Chairman of the House Committee Transportation & Infrastructure; and Hon. Sherrod Brown, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs - Reps. García, Johnson, and Pressley Call for Additional Investments in Public Transit in Reconciliation Legislation Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Sept. 1, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Stefanik, Daines Call for Passage of their Bill to Open the Northern Border Rep.Elise Stefanik
Aug. 20, 2021 Stefanik Announces Award for Piseco Airport Rep.Elise Stefanik
Aug. 20, 2021 Stefanik Announces $2 Million Grant for Adirondack Regional Airport Rep.Elise Stefanik
Aug. 20, 2021 Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Drafting Bill to Prohibit U.S. Government from Charging American Citizens for Evacuation Flights Rep.Claudia Tenney
Aug. 19, 2021 Stefanik Announces Grant for Plattsburgh International Airport Rep.Elise Stefanik
Aug. 18, 2021 Schumer Reveals: Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Includes Record $74 Million For Centro -- A 34% Increase For Operations And Capital Expenses; Package Also Provides Millions In Funding For Bus Rapid Transit, New Buses And More Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 18, 2021 Tweet - "I'm proud the Senate passed the largest investment in public transit ever. And I was proud to announce in Syracuse today that that includes a record-breaking $74 million for CENTRO to help keep our Central New York community connected and pave the way for expanded service." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 16, 2021 Schumer Reveals: Over 145 Deficient And Unsafe Bridges Across Rochester & The Finger Lakes Region; Senator Secures Nearly $13.5 Billion To Finally Fix Dilapidated & Downright Dangerous Bridges Across NY, Creating Jobs, Safer Roads, And Saving Lives Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 11, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Barragan Leads Effort to Secure Robust Funding for Electric Vehicles Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Aug. 11, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Matsui, Connolly, Barragán, Clarke Lead Effort to Secure Robust Funding for Electric Vehicles Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Aug. 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Dingell, Clarke Urge Congressional Leadership to Invest $85B in Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 9, 2021 Almost Three Years Since The Tragic Schoharie Accident Took 20 Lives, Schumer, Gillibrand Secure Safety Provisions In Infrastructure Bill Setting Federal Limo Safety Standards & Closing Deadly Loopholes To Get Dangerous Limos Off Roads And Save Lives Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 5, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden's action today is an important step in the climate fight. And my Clean Cars for America plan would help us make this transition to electric vehicles. Democrats promised big, bold climate action, and we are making it a vital part of infrastructure legislation." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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