Press Releases
Gillibrand, Schumer, Blumenthal, Murphy, Israel & Zeldin Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Protect & Restore Long Island Sound
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, Charles E. Schumer, Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy with Representatives Steve Israel a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, and Lee Zeldin today introduced legislation to continue to support the restoration of Long Island Sound through 2020. The Sound borders New York and Connecticut, with 9 million people living on the coast and 24 million people living within 50 … Continue Reading
June 22, 2015
Gillibrand: White House Right To Lift Barrier To Marijuana Research, But Obstacles For Medical Care Remain
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement on the White House proposal to eliminate the Public Health Service review, a requirement applied only to non-federally funded marijuana research. The process has long been considered an obstacle to research and no other substance is subject to similar requirements. "The White House is right to lift a major barrier to conducting essential medical marijuana research. The onerous requirement took too long and cost … Continue Reading
June 22, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $39,000 In Federal Funding For The Elmira Fire Department In Chemung County
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $39,150 in federal funding for the Elmira Fire Department. The money was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. The Elmira Fire Department will use this federal investment to outfit active members with new protective gear. "These funds will provide essential upgrades for the Elmira Fire Department," said Senator Schumer. "Firefighters are our … Continue Reading
June 16, 2015
Gillibrand Statement Following Vote On Military Justice Improvement Act
Washington DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement following the vote on the bipartisan Military Justice Improvement Act: "Once again, a majority of the U.S. Senate supported a strongly bipartisan measure to finally hold the military accountable and create a fair, non-biased military justice system. Yet, once again, Senate filibuster rules protected military brass. Still, we will not back down. "I'm encouraged by the growth of our coalition and am grateful to … Continue Reading
June 15, 2015
Tomorrow: Vote Expected On Gillibrand Bipartisan Amendment To Create Unbiased Military Justice System As Average Of 52 New Cases Of Sexual Assault Occur Daily & Retaliation Rate Against Survivors Who Report Unchanged
Speech Text Copied Below with Video Available HERE Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Senate is expected to vote Tuesday on Senator Kirsten Gillibrand's bipartisan amendment to create an unbiased military justice system following more than two decades of failure by the Department of Defense to address the crisis of sexual assault in the military. Despite incremental reforms, the DoD reported an average of 52 new cases of sexual assault each day and admitted zero progress in curbing the rampant … Continue Reading
June 12, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $585,000 In Federal Funding For Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport will receive $585,000.00 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for airport upgrades. This project will fund the acquisition of a new replacement Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting vehicle to assist the airport in meeting safety requirements. This is great news for those who fly in and out of the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport every day," said Senator Schumer. … Continue Reading
June 12, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $151,000 In Federal Funding For Adirondack Regional Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that Adirondack Regional Airport in the Saranac Lake area will receive $151,525.00 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for airport upgrades. This project will fund the installation of a new Runway 27 lighting system to enhance safe airfield operations during low visibility conditions. "This is an important investment that will ensure pilots flying into Adirondack Airport and the Tri-Lakes area will … Continue Reading
June 11, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce FEMA Will Cover Costs Needed To Relocate Niagara Engine Company No. 6 Fire House Out Of Floodplain- Senators Say FEMA Has Approved Additional $6.4 Million To Replace Volunteer Fire Dept. That Was Severely Damaged In Hurricane Irene & Tropical Storm Lee, Rebuilding Will Allow Emergency Responders To Better Protect Residents
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), following their urging, had approved additional federal funds to rebuild the Niagara Engine Company No. 6 Fire House. The fire house was previously located in a high hazard floodplain in Schoharie County, where it was severely damaged during Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. The fire house, built in the 1950s, was flooded with approximately eight feet of water, and … Continue Reading
June 09, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1.2 Million In Federal Funding For Joseph Y. Resnick Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that the Joseph Y. Resnick Airport in Ulster County will receive $1,214,190.00 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for airport upgrades. The federal funding will be used for runway renovations and repairing lighting systems. This will enhance the runway's structural integrity and improve safety conditions. "Making sure our runways are clear for takeoff is essential for the safety of our Hudson … Continue Reading
June 08, 2015
As Congress Debates Child Nutrition Standards, Senator Gillibrand Pushes For Fresh Fruits And Vegetables At School & Announces Legislation To Provide More Students With Nutritious Meals When School Is Out For Summer
Buffalo, NY - Standing at Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Children's Academy U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said she will fight to protect healthier food standards and programs for schools as Congress prepares to debate child nutrition standards. Gillibrand also announced bipartisan legislation to provide more children with nutritious meals throughout the summer. Gillibrand's proposed legislation would give more children access to healthy summer meals by expanding the U.S. Department of … Continue Reading
June 08, 2015
As Congress Debates Child Nutrition Standards, Senator Gillibrand Pushes For Fresh Fruits And Vegetables At School & Announces Legislation To Provide More Students With Nutritious Meals When School Is Out For Summer
Rochester, NY - Standing at Foodlink Headquarters, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said she will fight to protect healthier food standards and programs for schools as Congress prepares to debate child nutrition standards. Gillibrand also announced bipartisan legislation to provide more children with nutritious meals throughout the summer. Gillibrand's proposed legislation would give more children access to healthy summer meals by expanding the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Summer Food … Continue Reading
June 08, 2015
As Congress Debates Child Nutrition Standards, Gillibrand & Tonko Push For Fresh Fruits And Vegetables At School & Announce Legislation To Provide More Students With Nutritious Meals When School Is Out For Summer
Albany, NY - Standing at Albany School of the Humanities, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Representative Paul Tonko said they will fight to protect healthier food standards and programs for schools as Congress prepares to debate child nutrition standards. Gillibrand and Tonko also announced bipartisan legislation to provide more children with nutritious meals throughout the summer. The proposed legislation would give more children access to healthy summer meals by expanding the U.S. … Continue Reading
June 08, 2015
Gillibrand Urges FAA To Fund Ogdensburg Airport Expansion, Bring In Lower Cost Flights
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today urged the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to fund Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority's $15 million runway expansion request for Ogdensburg International Airport. The expansion would allow for larger aircraft delivery services. The overall project will create construction jobs, bring in lower cost flight options for North Country residents and attract an estimated 38,000 new Canadian tourists into the North County. "This expansion project is a … Continue Reading
June 08, 2015
As Congress Debates Child Nutrition Standards, Senator Gillibrand Pushes For Fresh Fruits And Vegetables At School & Announces Legislation To Provide More Students With Nutritious Meals When School Is Out For Summer
Buffalo, NY - Standing at Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Children's Academy U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said she will fight to protect healthier food standards and programs for schools as Congress prepares to debate child nutrition standards. Gillibrand also announced bipartisan legislation to provide more children with nutritious meals throughout the summer. Gillibrand's proposed legislation would give more children access to healthy summer meals by expanding the U.S. Department of … Continue Reading
June 05, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $234,000 In Federal Funding For Westchester County Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that Westchester County Airport will receive $234,000.00 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for airport upgrades. This project will fund the design to rehabilitate 2,950 feet of the airport's existing access road to maintain access to the airport. "Keeping the Westchester County Airport in top-notch shape is critical for residents and Westchester businesses who regularly use this airport," said … Continue Reading
June 05, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Secure Over $2.9 Million Fed Reimbursement For Carthage Area Hospital In Jefferson County
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today secured a reimbursement payment from Medicare via the fiscal intermediary the National Government Services (NGS) for $2,930,287 owed to the Carthage Area Hospital in Jefferson County. The hospital had an outstanding Sole Community Hospital Low Volume Adjustment repayment request initially submitted on September 3rd, 2014. The reimbursement covers operational costs for medical services rendered to patients. Last July, Carthage Area … Continue Reading
June 05, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $720,000 In Federal Funding For Syracuse Hancock International Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that Syracuse Hancock International Airport in Onondaga County will receive $720,000.00 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for airport upgrades. The federal funding will be used to fund the installation of a passenger boarding bridge to improve efficiency of operations and meet passenger needs. "Keeping our airports in top-notch shape is crucial to attracting business and tourism to the region," … Continue Reading
June 04, 2015
After Two Decades Of Pentagon Failure To Address Sexual Assault, Gillibrand Introduces Bipartisan Military Justice Reform To Finally Establish Fair Military Justice System For Survivors And Accused
Gillibrand's Floor Speech Copied Below with Video Available HERE Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced the introduction of the Military Justice Improvement Act, a bipartisan and long overdue reform that would reverse the systemic fear of reporting and the pervasive distrust in the current adjudication process by moving the decision whether to prosecute serious crimes from the chain of command to independent and trained military prosecutors. Speaking on the Senate … Continue Reading
June 04, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $37K In Fed Funds For The Carlton Fire Company In Orleans County
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $37,558 in federal funding for the Carlton Fire Company in Orleans County, a volunteer fire company located in the Town of Albion. The funding was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance for Firefighters Grant Program. The federal funding will allow the Carlton Fire Department to purchase new auto-extrication tools, including cutters that help first responders quickly remove victims … Continue Reading
June 04, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand, Tonko Ask President To Recognize Union and Clarkson As College Hockey National Champions
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Paul Tonko asked the White House today to reconsider its recent decision to forego an official ceremony congratulating the Union College Dutchmen and the Clarkson Golden Knights as the 2014 National Champions in Men's and Women's College Ice Hockey, respectively. Union College and Clarkson University, both Upstate New York schools, won upset victories against the Minnesota men's and women's ice hockey teams in … Continue Reading
