Press Releases
Gillibrand Opening Remarks at Senate Armed Services Personnel Subcommittee Markup of National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Chair of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel, delivered the following opening remarks today at the Subcommittee's markup of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014: Good afternoon. The Personnel Subcommittee will come to order. In prior years, the Personnel Subcommittee markup has been held in closed session. I am pleased that this mark-up, my first as Chairwoman of the Personnel Subcommittee, … Continue Reading
June 11, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1.2 Million in Federal Funds to Build New Water Line for Families, Businesses in Batavia
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced federal funding worth a total of $1,220,600 for the Town of Batavia to help finance a project to deliver public water to 59 residents. This loan and grant are through the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Rural Development's Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program. "This is great news for the Town of Batavia, which will mean new water delivery to about 59 more residents. Supporting New York's … Continue Reading
June 11, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Village of Deferiet to Receive Over $620k in Federal Funding for Water Management
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand announced that the Village of Deferiet has received a Water and Waste Disposal Grant for $622,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Rural Development's Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program. The funding will be used to provide a new transmission line between the Villages of Deferiet and nearby Herrings, and will make distribution system improvements in both villages, including the addition of several new fire … Continue Reading
June 10, 2013
Gillibrand Announces Nearly $1.7 Million in Federal Funds to Build Water Line for Families, Businesses in Genesee County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a set of federal funding worth a total of $1,673,000 for the Town of Alexander in Genesee County to help finance a project to deliver public water to 66 residents and four local businesses. "Investing in water infrastructure like this is one of the smartest and most effective ways to lead us to new economic growth," Senator Gillibrand said. "Upgrading water infrastructure can help local families live healthier, while helping … Continue Reading
June 10, 2013
Gillibrand Urges SBA to Expedite Disaster Loans for Nearly One Thousand Small Biz and Homeowners Devastated by Superstorm Sandy
New York - With nearly one thousand New Yorkers facing delays on securing Sandy-related federal loans and hundreds more still waiting on a final decision on their disaster loan applications, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today urged the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to expedite and streamline the disaster loan application process for New York businesses and homeowners devastated by Superstorm Sandy. Senator Gillibrand is also urging the agency to ensure that disaster loans are in … Continue Reading
June 10, 2013
At Gillibrand’s Urging, Feds Add Cherry Grove Community House and Theater to National Register of Historic Places
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) announced today that the U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service placed Cherry Grove Community House and Theater on the National Register of Historic Places. Last month, Senator Gillibrand urged the Chief of the National Register of Historic Places and National Historic Landmarks Program to designate the Fire Island site on the official list of the country's historic places worthy of preservation. Located on Fire … Continue Reading
June 07, 2013
Standing at the Boscobel House and Gardens, Gillibrand, Lowey, Maloney Announce Plan to Maximize Hudson River Valley’s Recreation, Tourism, and Economic Development Potential
Garrison, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Congresswoman Nita Lowey, and Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney today announced a plan to harness the economic potential and protect the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley. Stretching from Saratoga to Westchester Counties, the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area links over 100 individual sites that promote tourism and recreation in the region while showcasing the Hudson Valley's unique role in American history and development. Extending … Continue Reading
June 07, 2013
Standing at Lake George, Gillibrand, Owens to Announce Comprehensive Legislation to Stop Spread of Invasive Species, Prevent Future Invasive Species
Bolton Landing, NY - Standing at Lake George, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Environment & Public Works Committee, today announced the Invasive Fish and Wildlife Protection Act, comprehensive legislation to stop the spread of invasive species and protect New York's waterways. Senator Gillibrand and Rep. Owen's legislation comes on the heels of a new Federal, State and local agreement to fund two boat inspection and washing stations to add to its current station. … Continue Reading
June 07, 2013
Gillibrand Tours First-Of-Its-Kind Veterans Health Center on Long Island, Pushes for Improved Behavioral Health Care for Veterans, Service Members, and Their Families
Bay Shore, N.Y. - Today, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Chair of the Senate Armed Services Personnel Subcommittee, toured the North Shore LIJ's Mildred and Frank Feinberg Division of the Unified Behavioral Health Center for Military Veterans and Their Families - the first-of-its-kind veterans behavioral health facility in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provides critical services and treatments for veterans returning home from combat and their family members. … Continue Reading
June 06, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $30k for Scotia Fire Department; Funding Means Vital Equipment for First Responders
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced the Scotia Fire Department is set to receive $31,464 in Round 29 of the FY12 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. AFG awards are administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and are designed to help firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training, and other resources needed to protect … Continue Reading
June 06, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand, Maloney Announce Nearly $160,000 Federal Grant for Poughkeepsie Area Fire Department
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, and U.S. Representative Sean Patrick Maloney announced the Fairview Fire District is set to receive $158,948 in federal funding to replace outdated personal protective equipment, including updated SCBA breathing apparatus units. The money was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "With this funding, Fairview's first responders can focus on their important work … Continue Reading
June 03, 2013
Gillibrand Statement on Passing of Senator Lautenberg
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement today on the passing of Senator Frank Lautenberg: "I am saddened by the loss of my dear friend and colleague Senator Frank Lautenberg, and my heart goes out to his wife and family. Frank was a true champion for those who need a voice in Washington. I am honored to have had the privilege to fight side-by-side to secure health care for our 9/11 first responders, ensure federal support for the families and … Continue Reading
May 31, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $30,000 Federal Grant for Schuyler Volunteer Fire Company; Investment Means Vital Equipment for First Responders
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand announced that the Schuyler Volunteer Fire Company in Oneida County was awarded a $29,693 federal grant in Round 28 of the FY12 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. AFG awards are administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and are designed to help firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency … Continue Reading
May 31, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $100,000 Federal Grant for New Haven Volunteer Fire Corp.; Investment Means Vital Equipment for First Responders
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand announced that the New Haven Volunteer Fire Corporation was awarded a $101,757 federal grant in Round 28 of the FY12 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. AFG awards are administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and are designed to help firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, … Continue Reading
May 30, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $300,000 for Capital Region First Responders
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $184,274 in federal funding for the Albany Fire Department, $136,278 and Speigletown Fire District to purchase new firefighting equipment and gear, including new self-contained breathing apparatus, air tanks and new swift water rescue suits. The money was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "With this funding, firefighters in … Continue Reading
May 30, 2013
Gillibrand Fights for Tax Exemption to Boost New York Wine and Craft Beverage Sales to Canada
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a new member of the President's Export Council, is taking action today to change a burdensome tax regulation to help increase exports of New York wine and craft beverages to Canada, and attract more tourism to New York's vineyards, distilleries and breweries. In a letter to the U.S. Trade Representative, Senator Gillibrand urged for a provincial sales tax exemption for all wine and craft beverages grown and produced in New York State. … Continue Reading
May 29, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1 Million in Federal Funding for Village of Hempstead for Cleanup After Superstorm Sandy
Long Island, NY - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand today announced that the Village of Hempstead was awarded over $1 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance funding to reimburse them for cost of debris removal in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. "Superstorm Sandy wreaked significant damage in-and-around the village of Hempstead, creating a massive cleanup effort that, in turn, threatened to place a burden on local taxpayers," said … Continue Reading
May 29, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $2 Million in Federal Funding for Generators at Bellevue Hospital, Coney Island Hospital & Coler-Goldwater Hospital After Superstorm Sandy Damaged Electrical Power
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand today announced over $2 million of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance funding for the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (NYCHHC), which will reimburse the cost of owned and rented generators to provide emergency backup power at Bellevue, Coler- Goldwater Hospital due to Superstorm Sandy. "Several of New York's major public hospitals were devastated by Superstorm Sandy and needed emergency … Continue Reading
May 29, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1 Million in Federal Funding for Sandy-Related Repairs to Lighting along Coney Island Boardwalk
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand today announced over $1 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding for Superstorm Sandy-related repairs to street lighting along the Coney Island Boardwalk. "Coney Island's much-loved boardwalk was seriously damaged by Superstorm Sandy, including its lighting system," said Schumer. "This federal funding will get the lights back on, just in time for summer, and make sure that New York City residents are not on the … Continue Reading
May 20, 2013
Gillibrand Announces East Syracuse Company as Recipient of President’s “E” Award for Exports
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced today that INFICON, located in East Syracuse, was presented with the prestigious President's "E" Award for Exports by Acting U.S. Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank. The presentation of the "E" Award for Exports is considered the highest recognition for supporting export activity in the United States. Since 2009 INFICON has increased its export revenue from $35.5 million to $69.8 million. "I am proud that President Obama and … Continue Reading
