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Dec. 9, 2019 Velázquez on Passing of Danny Kronenfeld Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Jennifer Moughalian, Acting Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources and Acting Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Velázquez, Craig and Maloney Press HHS on Removal of LGBTQ Protections Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $167k In Federal Funding For Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing Foundation, Inc. In Monroe County Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Following Release Of Afghanistan Papers, Gillibrand Calls For Senate To Hold Hearings For Complete Review Of Afghanistan Strategy Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to secure paid parental leave for the 114,000 New York federal employees. The defense authorization bill expected to pass this week will provide 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all 2 million federal workers. And I will keep working to secure this benefit for all." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 9, 2019 Schumer secures paid parental leave for +114,000 New York Fed employees in final defense authorization bill; expected to pass congress this week, 12 weeks paid parental leave for all +2 million fed workers across the nation for the first time in U.S. history Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 8, 2019 With Veteran And Military Suicide Posing A Crisis In New York And Across The Country, Gillibrand Stands With Veterans, Advocates, Medical Experts And Unveils New Push To Strengthen Mental Health Access And Support For The Military Community Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - FAA now studying whether to mandate airlines provide more legroom & seat width for flying public; Schumer demands study be comprehensive & strong; jamming people into planes like a can of sardines creates safety & comfort issues Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 8, 2019 Tweet - "In August 2018, I forced an FAA study on seat and leg room The results were due this October, but FAA hasn't handed in a thing We need the study Jamming people into their seats with an eye on profits over all else creates both safety and comfort issues" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 7, 2019 Schumer: Bad weather out west means some potato growers may not be able to fulfill contracts with big restaurants & grocers but potato crop across NY--like on LI--is more ample; senator urges national restaurant association & others to look to LI & NY to buy potatoes Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Bad weather out west means some potato farmers may not be able to fulfill their contracts with big restaurants and grocers. But potato crops across New York like on Long Island are ample. Today, we're telling @WeRRestaurants to help us get the word out about buying NY potatoes!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 6, 2019 Letter to the Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the Honorable Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Rep. Porter Leads Bipartisan Effort to Prevent Tax Increases on Families Deducting Medical Expenses Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Pingree Says Trump's Homelessness Council Pick is Unqualified, Will Undermine Mission to Provide Stable Housing Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Tonko, Fortenberry & Lee Unveil Bill to Streamline Permitting for Residential Clean Energy Systems Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Bill to Provide Tax Credits for Biomass Heating Appliances Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "I'm heartbroken by the loss of West Stockholm Fire Chief Robert White who died while fighting a house fire last night. May God bless his family and fellow firefighters." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 6, 2019 Letter to Rob Manfred, Commissioner of Major League Baseball - Schumer meets with Minor League Baseball president & team owners to dissect plan that could strike Minor League Baseball out of Upstate NY; senator continues effort to pick-off MLB proposal to upend minor leagues Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2019 Stefanik Helps House Pass Legislation Prohibiting Insider Trading Rep. Elise Stefanik
Dec. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Eric Dreiband, Assistant Attorney General of the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Dept. of Justice - Reps. Kathleen Rice, Nydia Velázquez, and Joaquin Castro Call on DOJ to Investigate Housing Discrimination on Long Island Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 New York Daily News - Senator Gillibrand: We Need A New War Powers Act Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 5, 2019 Schumer announces, 3+ years since PFOS discovery in Newburgh water & after endless delays & foot-dragging, installation of Schumer-secured filtration system, the first interim remedial measure, is finally complete; senator says today marks first step in finally restoring safe, clean drinking water in Newburgh Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Lengyel, Chief of the National Guard Bureau - Schumer announces Stewart Air National Guard base named finalist for new state-of-the-art aeromedical evacuation squadron; senator calls Stewart the ideal home for essential new mission Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle Condemns Trump Administration Rule to Cut Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefits for Vulnerable Adults Rep. Joe Morelle
Dec. 4, 2019 Gillibrand Announces That Following Her Push, Stewart Air National Guard Is A Finalist To Host A New Air National Guard Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 3, 2019 The Hill - Putting patients first: Protecting Americans from surprise medical bills Rep. Joe Morelle
Dec. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives - With Less Than Three Weeks To Go For Congress To Approve Funding For Critical Health Programs, Gillibrand Launches New Push For Congress To Extend, Raise, And Reauthorize Funding For Community Health Centers Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we're celebrating everyone fighting to make New York, the country, and the world a better place. Show us how you're giving back to kick off the holiday season using #GivingTuesday." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, the Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Hon. Joseph Otting, Comptroller of the Currency - Schumer announces, following his advocacy, Feds have issued new financial guidance to lenders confirming the legality of industrial hemp; senator says with regulatory uncertainty cleared up, growing hemp industry can continue creating jobs and taking root upstate Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Legislation to protect our elections needs to be included in the defense authorization bill. Defending our democracy is at the core of our nation's defense. But at the moment it is being blocked by @SenateMajLdr McConnell and Senate Republicans." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It is incomprehensible to me that, at the moment, @SenateMajLdr McConnell and Senate Republicans are opposing the inclusion of election security measures in the annual defense bill." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 2, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin Sends Bipartisan & Bicameral Letter To President Trump Urging For Final E-Cigarette Flavor Ban Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Dec. 2, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 1, 2019 Tweet - "64 years ago today, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus, helping launch the Montgomery Bus Boycotts. We are thankful for her legacy. And we will keep fighting for civil rights for all Americans." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 1, 2019 Tweet - "We are fighting hard to push for family leave for all federal workers in the annual defense authorization bill. That would help more than 2 million Americans and their families." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 29, 2019 Tweet - "To the #FAA: For both safety and comfort, it's past time to stop squeezing people in like a can of sardines. Airlines must increase leg room and seat width." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is serious, and it can't wait. That's why Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to #ActOnClimate to the Senate floor immediately. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations. #ClimateFriday" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019 Tweet - "RT if you agree it is long past time to #ActOnClimate. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019 Letter to President Donald J. Trump - Democrats Slam Trump Administration over Latest Walk Back from Strong Tobacco Regulation Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Stefanik Announces Fort Drum Continues to Lead in Energy Resiliency Rep. Elise Stefanik
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to Richard Anderson, President and CEO of Amtrak - Brown Calling on Amtrak to End Forced Arbitration, Ban on Class Actions Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Gillibrand Statement On Army's Renewable Energy Project Staying In Fort Drum Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 26, 2019 Gillibrand Visits Troops In Afghanistan And Kuwait For Thanksgiving, Calls On Congress To Take On Leadership And Support Our Service Members Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 26, 2019 Suozzi meets with UJA-federation of New York; promotes the "Never Again Education Act" and speaks out against anti-semitism and hate speech Rep. Tom Suozzi
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to Elaine L. Chao, Secretary of Transportation - Congressman Joe Morelle Calls on U.S. Department of Transportation to Ensure Accessibility for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Passengers Ahead of Busy Travel Season Rep. Joe Morelle
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the Untied States - Speier Letter Objecting to Pardon of War Criminals Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Merkley, Wyden Join Senate Democrats to Slam Trump Administration's Walk Back from Strong Tobacco Regulation Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Yet another blaring alarm that we need to fight climate change on all fronts. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 26, 2019 Schumer statement on Army ceasing effort to alter energy contract with ReEnergy; senator says contract supports good-paying jobs, ensures Fort Drum will remain an energy-independent military installation Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Lawmakers urge EPA to drop its plan to undo methane waste rule Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 25, 2019 Stefanik Legislation Signed Into Law By President Trump Rep. Elise Stefanik
Date Title Politician
Dec. 9, 2019 Velázquez on Passing of Danny Kronenfeld Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Jennifer Moughalian, Acting Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources and Acting Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Velázquez, Craig and Maloney Press HHS on Removal of LGBTQ Protections Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $167k In Federal Funding For Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing Foundation, Inc. In Monroe County Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Following Release Of Afghanistan Papers, Gillibrand Calls For Senate To Hold Hearings For Complete Review Of Afghanistan Strategy Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to secure paid parental leave for the 114,000 New York federal employees. The defense authorization bill expected to pass this week will provide 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all 2 million federal workers. And I will keep working to secure this benefit for all." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 9, 2019 Schumer secures paid parental leave for +114,000 New York Fed employees in final defense authorization bill; expected to pass congress this week, 12 weeks paid parental leave for all +2 million fed workers across the nation for the first time in U.S. history Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 8, 2019 With Veteran And Military Suicide Posing A Crisis In New York And Across The Country, Gillibrand Stands With Veterans, Advocates, Medical Experts And Unveils New Push To Strengthen Mental Health Access And Support For The Military Community Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - FAA now studying whether to mandate airlines provide more legroom & seat width for flying public; Schumer demands study be comprehensive & strong; jamming people into planes like a can of sardines creates safety & comfort issues Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 8, 2019 Tweet - "In August 2018, I forced an FAA study on seat and leg room The results were due this October, but FAA hasn't handed in a thing We need the study Jamming people into their seats with an eye on profits over all else creates both safety and comfort issues" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 7, 2019 Schumer: Bad weather out west means some potato growers may not be able to fulfill contracts with big restaurants & grocers but potato crop across NY--like on LI--is more ample; senator urges national restaurant association & others to look to LI & NY to buy potatoes Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Bad weather out west means some potato farmers may not be able to fulfill their contracts with big restaurants and grocers. But potato crops across New York like on Long Island are ample. Today, we're telling @WeRRestaurants to help us get the word out about buying NY potatoes!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 6, 2019 Letter to the Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the Honorable Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Rep. Porter Leads Bipartisan Effort to Prevent Tax Increases on Families Deducting Medical Expenses Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Pingree Says Trump's Homelessness Council Pick is Unqualified, Will Undermine Mission to Provide Stable Housing Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Tonko, Fortenberry & Lee Unveil Bill to Streamline Permitting for Residential Clean Energy Systems Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Stefanik Cosponsors Bill to Provide Tax Credits for Biomass Heating Appliances Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "I'm heartbroken by the loss of West Stockholm Fire Chief Robert White who died while fighting a house fire last night. May God bless his family and fellow firefighters." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 6, 2019 Letter to Rob Manfred, Commissioner of Major League Baseball - Schumer meets with Minor League Baseball president & team owners to dissect plan that could strike Minor League Baseball out of Upstate NY; senator continues effort to pick-off MLB proposal to upend minor leagues Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2019 Stefanik Helps House Pass Legislation Prohibiting Insider Trading Rep.Elise Stefanik
Dec. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Eric Dreiband, Assistant Attorney General of the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Dept. of Justice - Reps. Kathleen Rice, Nydia Velázquez, and Joaquin Castro Call on DOJ to Investigate Housing Discrimination on Long Island Rep.Gregory Meeks, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 New York Daily News - Senator Gillibrand: We Need A New War Powers Act Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 5, 2019 Schumer announces, 3+ years since PFOS discovery in Newburgh water & after endless delays & foot-dragging, installation of Schumer-secured filtration system, the first interim remedial measure, is finally complete; senator says today marks first step in finally restoring safe, clean drinking water in Newburgh Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Lengyel, Chief of the National Guard Bureau - Schumer announces Stewart Air National Guard base named finalist for new state-of-the-art aeromedical evacuation squadron; senator calls Stewart the ideal home for essential new mission Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 5, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle Condemns Trump Administration Rule to Cut Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefits for Vulnerable Adults Rep.Joe Morelle
Dec. 4, 2019 Gillibrand Announces That Following Her Push, Stewart Air National Guard Is A Finalist To Host A New Air National Guard Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 3, 2019 The Hill - Putting patients first: Protecting Americans from surprise medical bills Rep.Joe Morelle
Dec. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives - With Less Than Three Weeks To Go For Congress To Approve Funding For Critical Health Programs, Gillibrand Launches New Push For Congress To Extend, Raise, And Reauthorize Funding For Community Health Centers Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today, we're celebrating everyone fighting to make New York, the country, and the world a better place. Show us how you're giving back to kick off the holiday season using #GivingTuesday." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, the Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Hon. Joseph Otting, Comptroller of the Currency - Schumer announces, following his advocacy, Feds have issued new financial guidance to lenders confirming the legality of industrial hemp; senator says with regulatory uncertainty cleared up, growing hemp industry can continue creating jobs and taking root upstate Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Legislation to protect our elections needs to be included in the defense authorization bill. Defending our democracy is at the core of our nation's defense. But at the moment it is being blocked by @SenateMajLdr McConnell and Senate Republicans." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It is incomprehensible to me that, at the moment, @SenateMajLdr McConnell and Senate Republicans are opposing the inclusion of election security measures in the annual defense bill." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 2, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin Sends Bipartisan & Bicameral Letter To President Trump Urging For Final E-Cigarette Flavor Ban Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Dec. 2, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 1, 2019 Tweet - "64 years ago today, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus, helping launch the Montgomery Bus Boycotts. We are thankful for her legacy. And we will keep fighting for civil rights for all Americans." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 1, 2019 Tweet - "We are fighting hard to push for family leave for all federal workers in the annual defense authorization bill. That would help more than 2 million Americans and their families." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 29, 2019 Tweet - "To the #FAA: For both safety and comfort, it's past time to stop squeezing people in like a can of sardines. Airlines must increase leg room and seat width." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is serious, and it can't wait. That's why Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to #ActOnClimate to the Senate floor immediately. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations. #ClimateFriday" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019 Tweet - "RT if you agree it is long past time to #ActOnClimate. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 27, 2019 Letter to President Donald J. Trump - Democrats Slam Trump Administration over Latest Walk Back from Strong Tobacco Regulation Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Stefanik Announces Fort Drum Continues to Lead in Energy Resiliency Rep.Elise Stefanik
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to Richard Anderson, President and CEO of Amtrak - Brown Calling on Amtrak to End Forced Arbitration, Ban on Class Actions Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Gillibrand Statement On Army's Renewable Energy Project Staying In Fort Drum Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 26, 2019 Gillibrand Visits Troops In Afghanistan And Kuwait For Thanksgiving, Calls On Congress To Take On Leadership And Support Our Service Members Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 26, 2019 Suozzi meets with UJA-federation of New York; promotes the "Never Again Education Act" and speaks out against anti-semitism and hate speech Rep.Tom Suozzi
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to Elaine L. Chao, Secretary of Transportation - Congressman Joe Morelle Calls on U.S. Department of Transportation to Ensure Accessibility for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Passengers Ahead of Busy Travel Season Rep.Joe Morelle
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the Untied States - Speier Letter Objecting to Pardon of War Criminals Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Merkley, Wyden Join Senate Democrats to Slam Trump Administration's Walk Back from Strong Tobacco Regulation Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Nov. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Yet another blaring alarm that we need to fight climate change on all fronts. From my new #CleanCars plan to preserving our climate for future generations: Democrats are fighting to bring these policies to the Senate floor. NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 26, 2019 Schumer statement on Army ceasing effort to alter energy contract with ReEnergy; senator says contract supports good-paying jobs, ensures Fort Drum will remain an energy-independent military installation Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Lawmakers urge EPA to drop its plan to undo methane waste rule Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Nov. 25, 2019 Stefanik Legislation Signed Into Law By President Trump Rep.Elise Stefanik
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