Press Releases
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $1.4 Million For Hudson Valley Airports
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $1,423,350 in federal funding from the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for two Hudson Valley airports. The Sullivan County International Airport will receive $64,350 to rehabilitate the main airport access road, which has reached the end of its life. The Westchester County Airport will receive $1,359,000 to create a new taxiway lighting system, design structural … Continue Reading
September 12, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $690,000 For North Country Airports
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $696,273 for two North Country airports from the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Schroon Lake Airport will receive $657,000 in federal funding that will be used to fund asphalt overlay and striping of the runway, to maintain its structure and minimize the risk of foreign debris. The Massena International-Richards Field Airport will receive $39,273 in … Continue Reading
September 11, 2014
At Gillibrand’s Urging, IRS Officially Updates Publication To Clarify 9/11 First Responders And Survivors Eligible For Tax Relief
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has officially updated Publication 3920: Tax Relief for Victims of Terrorist Attacks. This updated publication clarifies eligibility for tax relief under the Victims of Terrorism Tax Relief law and provides examples relevant to present-day situations faced by the injured, sick and dying 9/11 responders, survivors and families of those who have died. This action comes after Senator Gillibrand … Continue Reading
September 09, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $500,000 For Perinatal Network Of Monroe County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $532,933 in federal funding for the Perinatal Network of Monroe County. The funding was allocated through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and will be used to support and provide caseworkers for eight prenatal care centers in Rochester. "This much-needed funding is great news for the Perinatal Network of Monroe County, which will … Continue Reading
September 09, 2014
At Gillibrand’s Urging, NYC Department Of Transportation Awarded Nearly $1.5 Million To Support A Transportation Study For Two Sandy Impacted Areas In Queens
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced the New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) will receive $1,499,283 in federal funding to support a transportation study in Far Rockaway and Rockaway Beach, Queens. The funding was allocated through the federal Department of Transportation's (DOT) Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) Grant program, which provides funding for road, rail, transit, and port projects that promise to achieve … Continue Reading
September 08, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand, Bishop Announce More Than $55,000 for Manorville Fire District in Suffolk County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Representative Tim Bishop today announced $57,044 in federal funding for Manorville Fire District. The funding was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG) and will be used to purchase self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) fill stations. "These much-needed federal funds will allow the Manorville Fire District to invest in the breathing … Continue Reading
September 08, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $155,000 for Homer Fire Department in Cortland County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $158,555 in federal funding for the Homer Fire Department in Cortland County. The funding was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG) and will be used to purchase 20 new self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). "These much-needed funds will allow the Homer Fire Department to invest in the breathing equipment they need to do their … Continue Reading
September 05, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $40,000 In Anti-Crime Funding For The Village Of Hempstead In Nassau County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $39,147 in federal funding for anti-crime initiatives in the Village of Hempstead. The funding was allocated through the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs and will be used to purchase surveillance equipment to support safety initiatives and improve the Village of Hempstead Police Department. "This federal funding is great news for the Village of Hempstead," said Schumer. "This … Continue Reading
September 05, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $3.3 Million In FEMA Funding For Broome County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $3,386,900 in federal funding to purchase flood-prone properties in Broome County impacted by flooding from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. The Town of Conklin will receive $1,471,552 to purchase 60 flood-prone properties and the Town of Vestal will receive $1,915,348 to purchase 61 flood-prone properties. The funding was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard … Continue Reading
September 05, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Ulster County To Receive More Than $1.4 Million In FEMA Funds To Purchase Flood-Prone Properties Damaged By Recent Hurricanes – Funding Is Final Federal Installment For Mitigation Project
Today, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $1,486,788 in federal funding for Ulster County to purchase flood-prone properties impacted by flooding resulting from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. These funds, which are being awarded as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) will offset the remaining 25 percent of the cost for the project. Federal funds were previously awarded to cover 75 percent of the … Continue Reading
September 05, 2014
Standing At The Niagara River, Between Lake Erie And Lake Ontario, Gillibrand Announces New Legislation To Ban Plastic Microbeads In Personal Care Products
Buffalo, NY - Standing at Frank Lloyd Wright's Fontana Boathouse in Buffalo, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, joined by Niagara Falls Mayor Paul Dyster, Jill Spisiak Jedlicka of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper, and local Chef Bobby Anderson, today announced new legislation to ban plastic microbeads in personal care products. Plastic microbeads are found in personal care products like facial scrubs, body washes, hand cleansers, and toothpaste. These products are designed to be rinsed down the … Continue Reading
September 05, 2014
At Gillibrand & Tonko’s Urging, Department Of Labor To Provide Trade Adjustment Assistance For Laid-Off Fiber Glass Industries Workers
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Paul Tonko today announced the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has approved a much-needed Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) certification for laid off workers at Fiber Glass Industries in Amsterdam. Former employees can now apply for critical TAA benefits. "This support is incredibly important for Fiber Glass Industries' employees who are losing their jobs through no fault of their own," Senator Gillibrand said. "When New York … Continue Reading
September 05, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Delaware County To Receive More Than $1.7 Million In FEMA Funds To Purchase Flood-Prone Properties Damaged By 2011 Floods – Funding Is Final Federal Installment For Mitigation Project
Today, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $1,736,501 in federal funding for Delaware County to purchase flood-prone properties impacted by flooding in 2011. This grant, which is being awarded as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) will offset the remaining 25 percent of the cost for the project. Federal funds were previously awarded to cover 75 percent of the project, for which the total cost is … Continue Reading
September 04, 2014
Tester, Gillibrand, Walsh, Blumenthal Applaud PTSD Change at DOD
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Jon Tester (D-Mont.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), John Walsh (D-Mont.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) today released the following statements after the Defense Department announced that it will more fully consider service-related PTSD when considering a veteran's petition to upgrade his or her discharge status. The Senators recently introduced a bill that requires the panel that reviews military discharges to have at least one mental health professional on … Continue Reading
September 04, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $360,000 For City Of Utica
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $363,672 in federal funding for the city of Utica Housing Authority. The funding was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program's (AFG) Fire Prevention & Safety Program (FP&S) and will be used to launch the Community Fire Safety Education project. This project will increase smoke alarm inspections throughout the city of Utica and create … Continue Reading
September 03, 2014
Gillibrand Calls For Barge Canal To Be Placed On The National Register Of Historic Places
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand urged the National Park Service to place the Barge Canal on the National Register of Historic Places. Including the Erie Canal, Oswego Canal, Champlain Canal and Cayuga-Seneca Canal, this designation would expand opportunities for federal historic tax credits and other resources, to support economic development initiatives near the Barge Canal. "The Barge Canal is a historic treasure in New York State and includes some of America's most … Continue Reading
September 03, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $145,000 For Two Capital Region Fire Departments
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $146,411 in federal funding for two Capital Region fire departments. The Rensselaerville Volunteer Fire Department in Albany County will receive $13,755 and the Burnt Hills Fire District in Saratoga County will receive $132,656. The funding was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). The Burnt Hills Fire Department will use the federal … Continue Reading
September 03, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce U.S. Dept. Of Agriculture Has Agreed To Purchase Up To $25 Million In Surplus Concord Grape Juice To Stabilize Prices For Grape Growers In Upstate New York
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will use up to $25 million in Section 32 funds to purchase concord grape juice for use in domestic nutrition programs. The grape industry currently has a surplus of Concord grapes thanks to a large 2014 crop. The Senators had written the USDA to help purchase some of this surplus product to ensure that prices remain stable for the industry. New York has 281 growers and over … Continue Reading
August 28, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $32,000 In Federal Funds For Point Pleasant Fire District In Rochester
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $31,866 in federal funds for the Point Pleasant Fire District in Monroe County. The money was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). The Point Pleasant Fire District will use this funding to purchase mandated personal escape systems. These bailout systems provide the firefighters with the gear needed to safely escape from upper floors of a burning structure … Continue Reading
August 28, 2014
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Sullivan County Boces To Receive Close To $400k In Federal Funds To Start Program That Will Help Address Behavioral Issues In The Classroom
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that the Sullivan County Board of Cooperative Education Services (BOCES) will a receive a federal grant of $398,279 from the U.S. Department of Education. The grant will be used for a number of projects, including developing a Behavioral Support Team that will be comprised of local experts who will work on addressing challenging behavioral issues in the classroom. This program is a new program for the Sullivan County BOCES … Continue Reading
