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Dec. 17, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand announce, following their year+ of advocacy, soon-to-pass bipartisan budget deal includes $44 million for new top-priority railhead & UAV hangar at Fort Drum; senators say projects will modernize base infrastructure, enhance readiness & boost the north country economy Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Barbara Barrett, Secretary of the U.S. Air Force, and General Joseph Lengyel, Chief of the National Guard Bureau - Schumer, Gillibrand and Maloney Urge Air National Guard to Select Stewart Air National Guard Base as Site of New Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Rose, Schumer Announce Repeal of Split-Tolling Ban On Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in House-Passed Bipartisan Budget Deal that Will Pass the Senate This Week; Change Will Split Fare in Both Directions and Close Longstanding Loophole that Negatively Impacts Commuters Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 After years long battle, Schumer, Gillibrand secure +$75 million in Fed funding for West Valley Demonstration Project clean up in just-unveiled spending package; neglected program has posed health & environmental threat Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand, Brindisi announce over $272m for Rome Lab in soon-to-pass bipartisan spending package; includes additional spending to further revolutionary study of quantum computing and artificial intelligence; officials say funding boost will supercharge world-class capabilities Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to have fought for a $550 million increase for the Child Care Development Block Grant. It will now get a total $5.826 billion--more than double from just 3 years ago. The Child Care Development Block Grant helps states offset child care costs for low-income families." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 Letter to Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Warren, DeLauro, Colleagues Reiterate Urgent Concerns With Border Protection Agency's "Unconscionable" Failure to Provide Flu Vaccines for Migrants in Custody Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Brindisi Joins Sherrill Manufacturing and Announces Next Steps on SPOONSS Act Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate hasn't debated legislation to expand background checks. The Senate hasn't debated legislation to reduce the cost of health care. Republican Leadership has refused to work with us on bipartisan solutions to secure our elections. Sen. McConnell: It's past time to act!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 Suozzi commemorates 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge Rep. Tom Suozzi
Dec. 15, 2019 Letter to Tara Wallace, Chair of the U.S. Board of Geographic Names - Gillibrand, Schumer announce that following their push, Adirondack mountain renamed after New York suffragist Inez Milholland Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jim Reilly, Dir. of the U.S. Geological Survey - Gillibrand, Schumer announce that following their push, Adirondack mountain renamed after New York suffragist Inez Milholland Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General for the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - Menendez, Bicameral Group of Colleagues Request that Inspector General Review FEMA's Faltering Efforts to Rebuild Vieques' Closed Health Care Facility Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Stefanik Calls on Governor Cuomo to Reinstate Federal Law Enforcement Access to State DMV Records Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 13, 2019 Velázquez on FDIC Vote to Weaken Community Reinvestment Act Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump has sold out for a temporary and unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans. Once again, President Trump cannot be relied upon to the do the right thing for American workers and businesses." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 13, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand secure more than 30 imperative provisions in national defense bill to vastly improve privatized military housing on bases like West Point; bill, set to pass next week, contains first of its kind provisions, the first step in ensuring our nation's heroes & their families have the safe, hazard-free homes they deserve Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand, Meeks announce final national defense bill expected to pass next week authorizes massive $91m in funding for expansion and renovation at National Guard readiness center at Jamaica Armory in Queens, New York; projects will modernize infrastructure, enhance readiness Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Armed Services - Schumer, Gillibrand secure more than 30 imperative provisions in national defense bill to vastly improve privatized military housing on bases like West Point; bill, set to pass next week, contains first of its kind provisions, the first step in ensuring our nation's heroes & their families have the safe, hazard-free homes they deserve Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Reports say Pres. Trump sold out for a temporary, unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans We've heard this song & dance from China before Yet again Pres. Trump can't be relied on to do the right thing--even when his statements were pointing in the right direction" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 12, 2019 Tonko Votes on Landmark Bill to Lower Drug Costs Rep. Paul Tonko
Dec. 12, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Legislation Supporting Community Health Centers Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 12, 2019 Meng Hails House Passage of Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Americans Rep. Grace Meng
Dec. 12, 2019 Meng Statement on 2020 Defense Spending Bill Rep. Grace Meng
Dec. 12, 2019 Meeks Minority Bank Bill Passes HFS Committee Markup Rep. Gregory Meeks
Dec. 12, 2019 Suozzi, Rice vote to pass critical legislation to lower prescription drug prices Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Schumer secures Fentanyl Sanctions Act in national defense bill; first-ever targeted fentanyl sanctions bill, authored by schumer, will hold china & other foreign traffickers accountable for illicit trafficking & includes more tools for law enforcement Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 12, 2019 Following their push, Schumer, Gillibrand, Higgins announce national defense bill authorizes new, critical funding for National Maritime Heritage grant program Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Following Their Push, Schumer, Gillibrand, Higgins Announce National Defense Bill Authorizes New, Critical Funding For National Maritime Heritage Grant Program Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I am proud to champion with @SenatorMenendez the long overdue passage of this resolution to formalize full American recognition of the Armenian genocide. It is our sacred duty to speak out against the genocidal terrors of the past & for those victims who cannot speak themselves." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Rep. Wexton, House Science Committee Members Seek Accountability, Transparency in USDA Relocation Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Stefanik Helps House Pass Farm Workforce Modernization Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 11, 2019 Stefanik Pushed NDAA Through as Conferee, Applauds House for Passage Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 11, 2019 Stefanik Helps Introduce, Supportive of Alternative to Pelosi's Drug Pricing Bill -- the Lower Costs, More Cures Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 11, 2019 Cotton, Schumer Bill Cracking Down on Chinese Fentanyl Included in Defense Bill Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Meeks Amendment Prohibiting Confederate Names for DOD Assets Included in NDAA Passage Rep. Gregory Meeks
Dec. 11, 2019 Schumer, Brindisi buy-american provisions to create good-paying jobs at Sherrill Manufacturing in Oneida County included in must-pass legislation Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's emergency declaration--which allowed his administration to raid funds from military families to pay for a wall the president promised Mexico would pay for--is an outrageous legal power grab. This injunction is a win for the rule of law." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Schumer, Brindisi announce inclusion of Fentanyl Sanctions Act in must-pass national defense bill soon to get vote; first-ever targeted fentanyl sanctions bill will hold China and other foreign traffickers accountable for illicit trafficking; also comes with more tools for law enforcement Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump told his rally the courts are letting him build his border wall: "We've started winning in court" Mr. President: Read the decision that came out blocking you from raiding military funding for your unnecessary, ineffective wall. You lose, again." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Congressman Joe Morelle urges action to end practice of surprise medical billing Rep. Grace Meng, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tonko Decries Removal of NDAA Provisions Addressing PFAS Rep. Paul Tonko
Dec. 10, 2019 Gillibrand Provision To Ensure Military Installations Receive Local Dairy, Fruits, And Vegetables Included In Final NDAA Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 10, 2019 Gillibrand Announces Her Legislation To Identify Where PFAS Chemicals Are Released Into The Environment Included In Final National Defense Authorization Act, Vows To Continue To Fight To Regulate And Clean Up Chemicals In Drinking Water Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "The injunction confirms President Trump's national emergency declaration to steal funds from military families to build a wall he promised Mexico would pay for was, and is, an outrageous power grab by a president who refuses to respect the constitutional separation of powers." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud the annual defense bill will provide all federal employees 12 weeks paid parental leave 2 million employees won't have to choose caring for a newborn or putting food on the table I've fought for this for a long time I'll keep fighting to make this a reality for everyone" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Schumer statement on inclusion of $18 million authorization for Rome Lab in final National Defense Authorization bill expected to pass congress next week Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand announce national defense bill expected to pass next week authorizes $40m+ in funding for new top-priority railhead and UAV hangar at Fort Drum; senators say projects would modernize base infrastructure, enhance readiness Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and the Hon. Ronald Wyden, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee - Heinrich Pushes For Clean Energy Tax Extenders Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Responsible and Efficient Agriculture Destination Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
Date Title Politician
Dec. 17, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand announce, following their year+ of advocacy, soon-to-pass bipartisan budget deal includes $44 million for new top-priority railhead & UAV hangar at Fort Drum; senators say projects will modernize base infrastructure, enhance readiness & boost the north country economy Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Barbara Barrett, Secretary of the U.S. Air Force, and General Joseph Lengyel, Chief of the National Guard Bureau - Schumer, Gillibrand and Maloney Urge Air National Guard to Select Stewart Air National Guard Base as Site of New Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Rose, Schumer Announce Repeal of Split-Tolling Ban On Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in House-Passed Bipartisan Budget Deal that Will Pass the Senate This Week; Change Will Split Fare in Both Directions and Close Longstanding Loophole that Negatively Impacts Commuters Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 After years long battle, Schumer, Gillibrand secure +$75 million in Fed funding for West Valley Demonstration Project clean up in just-unveiled spending package; neglected program has posed health & environmental threat Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand, Brindisi announce over $272m for Rome Lab in soon-to-pass bipartisan spending package; includes additional spending to further revolutionary study of quantum computing and artificial intelligence; officials say funding boost will supercharge world-class capabilities Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to have fought for a $550 million increase for the Child Care Development Block Grant. It will now get a total $5.826 billion--more than double from just 3 years ago. The Child Care Development Block Grant helps states offset child care costs for low-income families." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 Letter to Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Warren, DeLauro, Colleagues Reiterate Urgent Concerns With Border Protection Agency's "Unconscionable" Failure to Provide Flu Vaccines for Migrants in Custody Rep.Gregory Meeks, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Brindisi Joins Sherrill Manufacturing and Announces Next Steps on SPOONSS Act Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 16, 2019 Tweet - "The Senate hasn't debated legislation to expand background checks. The Senate hasn't debated legislation to reduce the cost of health care. Republican Leadership has refused to work with us on bipartisan solutions to secure our elections. Sen. McConnell: It's past time to act!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2019 Suozzi commemorates 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge Rep.Tom Suozzi
Dec. 15, 2019 Letter to Tara Wallace, Chair of the U.S. Board of Geographic Names - Gillibrand, Schumer announce that following their push, Adirondack mountain renamed after New York suffragist Inez Milholland Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jim Reilly, Dir. of the U.S. Geological Survey - Gillibrand, Schumer announce that following their push, Adirondack mountain renamed after New York suffragist Inez Milholland Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General for the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - Menendez, Bicameral Group of Colleagues Request that Inspector General Review FEMA's Faltering Efforts to Rebuild Vieques' Closed Health Care Facility Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Stefanik Calls on Governor Cuomo to Reinstate Federal Law Enforcement Access to State DMV Records Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 13, 2019 Velázquez on FDIC Vote to Weaken Community Reinvestment Act Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump has sold out for a temporary and unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans. Once again, President Trump cannot be relied upon to the do the right thing for American workers and businesses." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 13, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand secure more than 30 imperative provisions in national defense bill to vastly improve privatized military housing on bases like West Point; bill, set to pass next week, contains first of its kind provisions, the first step in ensuring our nation's heroes & their families have the safe, hazard-free homes they deserve Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand, Meeks announce final national defense bill expected to pass next week authorizes massive $91m in funding for expansion and renovation at National Guard readiness center at Jamaica Armory in Queens, New York; projects will modernize infrastructure, enhance readiness Rep.Gregory Meeks, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Armed Services - Schumer, Gillibrand secure more than 30 imperative provisions in national defense bill to vastly improve privatized military housing on bases like West Point; bill, set to pass next week, contains first of its kind provisions, the first step in ensuring our nation's heroes & their families have the safe, hazard-free homes they deserve Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Reports say Pres. Trump sold out for a temporary, unreliable promise from China to purchase some soybeans We've heard this song & dance from China before Yet again Pres. Trump can't be relied on to do the right thing--even when his statements were pointing in the right direction" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 12, 2019 Tonko Votes on Landmark Bill to Lower Drug Costs Rep.Paul Tonko
Dec. 12, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Legislation Supporting Community Health Centers Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 12, 2019 Meng Hails House Passage of Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Americans Rep.Grace Meng
Dec. 12, 2019 Meng Statement on 2020 Defense Spending Bill Rep.Grace Meng
Dec. 12, 2019 Meeks Minority Bank Bill Passes HFS Committee Markup Rep.Gregory Meeks
Dec. 12, 2019 Suozzi, Rice vote to pass critical legislation to lower prescription drug prices Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Schumer secures Fentanyl Sanctions Act in national defense bill; first-ever targeted fentanyl sanctions bill, authored by schumer, will hold china & other foreign traffickers accountable for illicit trafficking & includes more tools for law enforcement Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 12, 2019 Following their push, Schumer, Gillibrand, Higgins announce national defense bill authorizes new, critical funding for National Maritime Heritage grant program Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Following Their Push, Schumer, Gillibrand, Higgins Announce National Defense Bill Authorizes New, Critical Funding For National Maritime Heritage Grant Program Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I am proud to champion with @SenatorMenendez the long overdue passage of this resolution to formalize full American recognition of the Armenian genocide. It is our sacred duty to speak out against the genocidal terrors of the past & for those victims who cannot speak themselves." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Rep. Wexton, House Science Committee Members Seek Accountability, Transparency in USDA Relocation Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Stefanik Helps House Pass Farm Workforce Modernization Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 11, 2019 Stefanik Pushed NDAA Through as Conferee, Applauds House for Passage Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 11, 2019 Stefanik Helps Introduce, Supportive of Alternative to Pelosi's Drug Pricing Bill -- the Lower Costs, More Cures Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 11, 2019 Cotton, Schumer Bill Cracking Down on Chinese Fentanyl Included in Defense Bill Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Meeks Amendment Prohibiting Confederate Names for DOD Assets Included in NDAA Passage Rep.Gregory Meeks
Dec. 11, 2019 Schumer, Brindisi buy-american provisions to create good-paying jobs at Sherrill Manufacturing in Oneida County included in must-pass legislation Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's emergency declaration--which allowed his administration to raid funds from military families to pay for a wall the president promised Mexico would pay for--is an outrageous legal power grab. This injunction is a win for the rule of law." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Schumer, Brindisi announce inclusion of Fentanyl Sanctions Act in must-pass national defense bill soon to get vote; first-ever targeted fentanyl sanctions bill will hold China and other foreign traffickers accountable for illicit trafficking; also comes with more tools for law enforcement Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump told his rally the courts are letting him build his border wall: "We've started winning in court" Mr. President: Read the decision that came out blocking you from raiding military funding for your unnecessary, ineffective wall. You lose, again." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Congressman Joe Morelle urges action to end practice of surprise medical billing Rep.Grace Meng, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tonko Decries Removal of NDAA Provisions Addressing PFAS Rep.Paul Tonko
Dec. 10, 2019 Gillibrand Provision To Ensure Military Installations Receive Local Dairy, Fruits, And Vegetables Included In Final NDAA Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 10, 2019 Gillibrand Announces Her Legislation To Identify Where PFAS Chemicals Are Released Into The Environment Included In Final National Defense Authorization Act, Vows To Continue To Fight To Regulate And Clean Up Chemicals In Drinking Water Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "The injunction confirms President Trump's national emergency declaration to steal funds from military families to build a wall he promised Mexico would pay for was, and is, an outrageous power grab by a president who refuses to respect the constitutional separation of powers." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud the annual defense bill will provide all federal employees 12 weeks paid parental leave 2 million employees won't have to choose caring for a newborn or putting food on the table I've fought for this for a long time I'll keep fighting to make this a reality for everyone" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Schumer statement on inclusion of $18 million authorization for Rome Lab in final National Defense Authorization bill expected to pass congress next week Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand announce national defense bill expected to pass next week authorizes $40m+ in funding for new top-priority railhead and UAV hangar at Fort Drum; senators say projects would modernize base infrastructure, enhance readiness Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and the Hon. Ronald Wyden, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee - Heinrich Pushes For Clean Energy Tax Extenders Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Responsible and Efficient Agriculture Destination Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
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