Press Releases
Gillibrand Statement On 50th Anniversary Of “Bloody Sunday” Selma March For Equal Voting Rights
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement today in honor of the 50th anniversary of the 1965 Selma march for equal voting rights: "Today we honor the 50th anniversary of a monumental event in American history. On that Sunday in Selma, Alabama, on the Edmund Pettus Bridge, the forces of racism and progress met in a bloody clash that jolted our country forward. "In 2013, I had the honor and privilege to walk hand-in-hand with Congressman John Lewis, … Continue Reading
March 04, 2015
Gillibrand Statement On Mcdonald’s Decision: “Chicken Nuggets Shouldn’t Pose Public Health Risk”
Washington, D.C. - Following the recent introduction of new food safety legislation to combat the overuse of medically-important antibiotics - used to treat human illnesses - in animals raised for food, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement today on McDonald's decision to stop selling chicken raised with medically important antibiotics and milk from cows that are treated with the artificial growth hormone rbST. "Chicken nuggets shouldn't pose a public health risk," … Continue Reading
March 04, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $12 Million For Westchester And Rockland Head Start And Early Head Start Programs
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced more than $12 million in federal funding for early childhood education programs in Rockland and Westchester counties. The funding will be used to help underserved children from low-income families. Community organizations from across the state applied for the funding, and the award to three programs in the Hudson Valley will support Early Head Start and Head Start programs that provide critical education … Continue Reading
March 04, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand: FEMA Must Ensure That Pending Sandy Flood Insurance Settlement Applies To All Affected Policy Holders, Even If They Didn’t File Lawsuit – Also Urge That New Yorkers With Sandy Damage Have Access To Engineering & Insurance Documents To Determine If Fraud Has Occurred
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles E. Schumer today called on Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to ensure that all impacted Superstorm Sandy flood victims are included in the ongoing settlement regarding fraudulent engineering reports issued by insurance adjusters, regardless of whether the policyholder has filed a lawsuit. According to federal court records and recent media reports, including a months-long investigation aired by 60 Minutes, there is evidence that private … Continue Reading
March 03, 2015
Gillibrand Statement On Netanyahu’s Address To Congress
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today released the following statement after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress: "I share the Prime Minister's legitimate concerns about Iran's intentions and I passionately share President Obama's commitment that Iran never obtain nuclear weapons. I have always believed that the best solution is a strong and verifiable diplomatic deal, but whether any deal is truly verifiable and achievable is a serious question … Continue Reading
March 02, 2015
At Syracuse University, Senator Gillibrand & Congressman Katko Meet With Students And Lead Organizing Effort To Combat Sexual Violence On College Campuses
Syracuse, NY - At a round table meeting at Syracuse University, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Rep. John Katko were joined today by students and officials from Syracuse University and other Central New York area colleges, as well as survivors, advocates, and law enforcement to discuss bolstering efforts to combat sexual violence on college campuses. According to data from the U.S. Department of Education, college campuses in New York reported 388 forcible sex offenses and over 5,000 … Continue Reading
March 02, 2015
At University Of Rochester, Senator Gillibrand Meets With Students And Leads Organizing Effort To Combat Sexual Violence On College Campuses
Rochester, NY - At a round table meeting at the University of Rochester, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand was joined today by students and officials from University of Rochester and other area colleges, as well as survivors, advocates, and law enforcement to discuss bolstering efforts to combat sexual violence on college campuses. According to data from the U.S. Department of Education, college campuses in New York reported 388 forcible sex offenses and over 5,000 offenses nationwide in … Continue Reading
March 02, 2015
At University At Buffalo, Senator Gillibrand & Lieutenant Governor Hochul Meet With Students And Lead Organizing Effort To Combat Sexual Violence On College Campuses
Buffalo, NY - At a round table meeting at University at Buffalo, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul were joined today by students and officials from University at Buffalo and other Western New York area colleges, as well as survivors, advocates, and law enforcement and discussed bolstering efforts to combat sexual violence on college campuses. According to data from the U.S. Department of Education, college campuses in New York reported 388 forcible sex … Continue Reading
March 02, 2015
After Explosive ‘60 Minutes’ Story: Gillibrand, Schumer, Menendez, Booker Call For New Congressional Oversight Hearings In Senate Banking Committee Of FEMA-Run National Flood Insurance Program Ridden With Evidence Of “Widespread Fraud” And Potential Criminal Activity
New York, NY - U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Charles E. Schumer, Robert Menendez and Cory Booker today called on the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs to hold new oversight hearings of the flood insurance claims of homeowners impacted by Superstorm Sandy through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which is run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). According to federal court records and recent news reports, including a months-long investigation … Continue Reading
February 26, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Town Of Marshall To Receive More Than $2.7 Million In FEMA Funds To Upgrade Flood-Prone Bridge Over The Oriskany Creek
Today, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $2,737,500 in federal funding for the Town of Marshall in Oneida County to upgrade and scour the flood-prone bridge over the Oriskany Creek on Buell Avenue. These funds, which are being awarded as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) will cover 100 percent of the cost for the project. The funds will allow the county to improve the State Route 315 bridge over the … Continue Reading
February 26, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Town Of Keene To Receive More Than $3.4 Million In FEMA Funds To Upgrade Flood-Prone Bridge Over East Branch Ausable River
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $3,472,000 in federal funding for the Town of Keene in Essex County to upgrade and scour the flood-prone bridge over the East Branch Ausable River on Route 73. These funds, which are being awarded as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) will cover 100 percent of the cost for the project. The funds will allow the county to improve the Route 73 bridge over the … Continue Reading
February 26, 2015
Expanded Bipartisan Coalition Introduces Legislation to Prevent Sexual Assaults on College and University Campuses, Protect Students & Create Real Accountability
WASHINGTON - An expanded bipartisan coalition of 12 Senators - including two newly elected members - today introduced a strengthened version of the Campus Accountability and Safety Act. With added input from survivors, students, colleges and universities, law enforcement and advocates, the bill would flip the current incentives of a broken system to provide real accountability and transparency from higher education institutions. The legislation would professionalize the response to and … Continue Reading
February 24, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand, De Blasio Announce $116 Million In Federal Sandy Relief Funding For NYC’s Rapid Repairs Program
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced over $116 million in federal funding to reimburse New York City's Rapid Repairs Program, which was established in the wake of Superstorm Sandy to make emergency repairs to damaged homes. Emergency work through this program included basic repairs to electrical systems, heat and hot water in homes, or the installation of temporary boilers. These repairs helped make homes livable until permanent … Continue Reading
February 24, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand, Higgins & Collins Urge Air Force To Make Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station Host For New Refuel Tankers
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Representatives Brian Higgins and Chris Collins urged the Air Force to choose Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station (NFARS) as a host station for the third main operating base (MOB 3) for the new KC-46A Pegasus tankers. The new tankers are used to refuel aircrafts and are vital to Air Force operations. Senators Schumer and Gillibrand and Reps. Higgins and Collins have long supported Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station. … Continue Reading
February 24, 2015
A Week After Feds Bust Trafficking Ring In Rochester, Senator Gillibrand Spotlights Problem Of Human Trafficking, Testifies At Senate Judiciary Hearing
Watch Senator Gillibrand Testify Before the Committee HERE Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand spotlighted the problem of human tracking today as she testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee at a hearing on protecting victims. This hearing was a result of a letter by Senator Gillibrand and all 19 of her women colleagues to the Committee's Chair and Ranking members, demanding a hearing to address this issue. Earlier this month, Senator Gillibrand introduced a human … Continue Reading
February 24, 2015
Senator Gillibrand & Congressman Higgins Announce Award Of More Than $2 Million For Roswell Park Study On Breast Cancer Metastasis
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Brian Higgins today announced a Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) researcher has received a five-year, $2.01 million grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to explore the paradoxical observation of how normal cells of the body influence the progression of breast cancer. "The battle against breast cancer is ongoing and it's critical that we invest in cutting-edge, life-saving cancer research," Senator Gillibrand … Continue Reading
February 24, 2015
Gillibrand Statement On Urgent Need To Fully Fund Homeland Security Department
Washington, DC - With three days left before funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security runs out, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today released the following statement urging Congress to quickly pass a bill that would fully fund DHS: "A fully funded Department of Homeland Security is vitally important to ensuring the safety of New Yorkers and Americans across the country. While there are strong opinions on both immigration and national security, that debate cannot interrupt our … Continue Reading
February 24, 2015
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $700,000 In Federal Funds For New Water Infrastructure In Orleans County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $692,000 in funding for the Town of Barre in Orleans County to make new investments in local water infrastructure. The Town of Barre will receive a $384,000 loan, along with a grant of $308,000 to construct a new water main, valves and hydrants that will extend clean water access to residents on Eagle Harbor, Route 31A and Long Bridge roads who currently have contaminated private wells. The funding was … Continue Reading
February 23, 2015
At North Shore Lij’s Unified Behavioral Health Center, Gillibrand, King And Zeldin Hail Passage Of The Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention For American Veterans Act And Make Push For Continued Bipartisan Action To Help Veterans
Bay Shore, NY - Standing at the North Shore LIJ's Unified Behavioral Health Center, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Rep. Pete King (NY-2) and Rep. Lee Zeldin (NY-1) praised the passage of the Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans (SAV) Act. Gillibrand is an original cosponsor of the bill (S. 167/H.R. 203) which the House and Senate unanimously passed this month and was signed into law. The bill aims to help reduce veteran suicides by improving mental health care and enhancing … Continue Reading
February 23, 2015
Ahead Of National Debate On 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
Ithaca, NY - Standing in the Beverly J. Martin Elementary School cafeteria, 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
