Press Releases
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $360k for Monroe County for Forensic DNA Backlog Reduction Program
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that the Department of Justice has awarded $366,885 to Monroe County under the DNA Backlog Reduction Program to cut DNA backlogs and increase the efficiency of DNA analysis. Monroe County will use the funding to increase capacity and accuracy within their DNA testing laboratory, and reduce the existing backlog of unprocessed DNA samples, which has burdened the efficiency of the criminal justice system for years. "DNA … Continue Reading
August 26, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $350,000 for Chautauqua-Dunkirk Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $352,031 in federal funding is being awarded to the Chautauqua-Dunkirk Airport to replace 24 airfield guidance signs, install two wind cones and rehabilitate taxiway lighting. The funding is allocated through the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Improvement Program. "When it comes to New York's regional and international airports, safety comes first; that's why I'm so … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $610,000 in Federal Funding for Border Security Program & Over $150,000 in Port Securities Grants in Central & Northern New York – Investments Provide for Enhanced Port Security & Law Enforcement Cooperation at Border
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that Central and Northern New York is set to receive $768,562 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocations. First, Schumer and Gillibrand announced that $617,022 in funding for Cayuga, Jefferson Oswego, and St. Lawrence Counties through the Operation Stonegarden Program (OPSG) in the FY2013 Homeland Security Grant Program Allocation. The OPSG … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $545,000 in Federal Funding for Border Security Program & Almost $260,000 in Port Securities Grants in Western New York – Investments Provide for Enhanced Port Security & Law Enforcement Cooperation at Border
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that Western New York is set to receive over $800,000 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocations. First, Schumer and Gillibrand announced that $547,468 in funding for Niagara, Erie, & Chautauqua Counties through the Operation Stonegarden Program (OPSG) in the FY2013 Homeland Security Grant Program Allocation. The OPSG program provides … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Almost $340,000 in Federal Funding for Border Security Program in the Rochester-Finger Lakes Region – Investments Provide for Law Enforcement Cooperation at Border, Points of Entry
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that the Rochester-Finger Lakes region is set to receive $339,659 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocations. Schumer and Gillibrand explained that the $339,659 in funding for Monroe, Orleans, and Wayne Counties comes through the Operation Stonegarden Program (OPSG) in the FY2013 Homeland Security Grant Program Allocation. The OPSG program … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $650,000 for Cortland County-Chase Field
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced two awards of $82,800 and $567,000 in federal funding is being awarded to Cortland County-Chase Field to rehabilitate runway 6-24 at the airport and the construction of a snow removal equipment building. The funding is allocated through the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Improvement Program. "I am pleased to add this $650,000 grant to the list of 'arrivals' at … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand, Bishop Announce Over $600,000 in Federal Funding for Brookhaven Calabro Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand and U.S. Congressman Tim Bishop today announced $637,193 in Federal Aviation Administration funding for Brookhaven Calabro Airport. The grant will provide for the rehabilitation of the taxiway lighting system for taxiways at Brookhaven Calabro Airport. "This important investment will help improve the safety at Brookhaven Calabro Airport," said Schumer. "I am pleased to announce this federal funding that will update the airport's … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $174 Million in Federal Funding for the Urban Areas Security Initiative in NYC & Over $66 Million in State Homeland Security Program Funding for NYS; Investment Provides for Anti-Terror Enforcement
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand today announced that New York is set to receive millions in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocations. First, Schumer and Gillibrand announced that $174,290,662 in funding for New York City through the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) program in the FY2013 Homeland Security Grant Program Allocation. The UASI program provides funding to address the … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1.5 Million for Oswego County Airport
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $1,026,000 in federal funding is being awarded to the Oswego County Airport to rehabilitate its taxiway and upgrade its lighting and electrical systems, including the purchase of a new transformer. In addition, the Senators announced $519,000 in federal funding would also be awarded to Oswego County Airport for the rehabilitation of taxiway "E" and the purchase of aircraft deicing equipment. The funding is allocated through the … Continue Reading
August 23, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1 Million for Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport in Queensbury
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $1,035,000 in federal funding is being awarded to the Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport in Queensbury to remove trees obstructing one of the runways and to upgrade its lighting systems. The funding is allocated through the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Improvement Program. "I am pleased to add this million dollar grant to the list of 'arrivals' at Floyd Bennett Memorial … Continue Reading
August 22, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand, Bishop Urge Army Corps to Expedite Emergency Stabilization Projects on Fire Island and Downtown Montauk; Projects Will Help Protect Long Island’s South Shore Communities
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Tim Bishop today urged the Army Corps of Engineers to immediately approve and begin work on emergency stabilization projects at Fire Island dunes and downtown Montauk for hurricane protection, flood control and beach nourishment. The stabilization projects, which are part of the larger New York Fire Island to Montauk Point Reformulation Study known as FIMP, await final Army Corps approval, as well as other local agreements, … Continue Reading
August 22, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $60,000 Federal Grant for Belgium Cold Springs Fire District
Washington, D.C. -- U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced Belgium Cold Springs Fire District will receive $57,000 in federal grant funding to replace their compressor and cascade system. The funding comes from 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 … Continue Reading
August 15, 2013
Gillibrand Statement on New Pentagon Sexual Assault Policy
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement today after the Pentagon issued new policies to address sexual assault in the military: "The Pentagon taking action is a good thing and these are positive steps forward but it is not the leap forward required to solve the problem. As we have heard over and over again from the victims, and the top military leadership themselves, there is a lack of trust in the system that has a chilling effect on reporting. 302 … Continue Reading
August 15, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce the Town of Leon to Receive Over $200,000 in Federal Funding – Investment for New Snowplow Truck to Improve Public Safety During Storms
Today, United States Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Program will award the Town of Leon a $204,000 Community Facility Loan and Grant. Specifically, this $154,000 loan and $50,000 grant will go towards the purchase of a 2014 Mack snowplow truck with equipment to serve the local rural area during winter storms and improve safety. "With this funding, the Town of Leon will be prepared for upcoming winter … Continue Reading
August 15, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $2.5 Million for Waste Water Treatment Plant in Caneadea
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a federal loan worth $1,353,000 and a federal grant worth $1,117,000 for the Town of Caneadea. The funding is allocated through the USDA's Rural Development Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program and will be used to make upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant. "Efficiently supporting our rural communities with funding for clean water and sewer repairs is pivotal for our community and our … Continue Reading
August 15, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1 Million for New Water District in Oakfield
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a federal loan worth $479,000 and a federal grant worth $650,000 for the Town of Oakfield. The funding is allocated through the USDA's Rural Development Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program and will be used to establish water district No. 3, increasing access to water service for local residents. "Supporting New York's rural communities with smart investments for water management is pivotal … Continue Reading
August 15, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1 Million in FEMA Funding for Debris Removal in Floral Park After Superstorm Sandy
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $1,452,461 of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance funding for Floral Park which will reimburse the costs of the contracted hazardous debris removal after Superstorm Sandy. "Superstorm Sandy wreaked significant damage throughout Floral Park, creating a massive cleanup effort," said Schumer. "This federal reimbursement for debris cleanup is critical in making sure that Long Islanders are not … Continue Reading
August 15, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $4 Million in Federal Funding for Sandy-Damaged Boardwalks in Brookhaven
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand today announced over $4 million in federal funding for the Town of Brookhaven for the repair of five boardwalks as a result of Superstorm Sandy. The funding is being provided through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Public Assistance program. "Superstorm Sandy caused significant damage to the boardwalks in Brookhaven," said Schumer. "I am pleased to announce this necessary federal funding to repair the boardwalks in … Continue Reading
August 14, 2013
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce the Village of Attica to Receive $160,000 in Federal Funding – Investment for New Ambulance
Today, United States Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Program will award the Village of Attica a $160,000 Community Facility Loan and Grant. Specifically, this $136,000 loan and $24,000 grant will go towards the purchase of a new ambulance to serve the local rural area and improve emergency response and safety. "With this investment, Attica first responders can focus on their important work knowing … Continue Reading
August 09, 2013
Gillibrand, Gibson Push for Passage of Farm Bill that Extends Priority Access to USDA Funding for Sullivan County
Liberty, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, and U.S. Congressman Chris Gibson, a member of the House Agriculture Committee, today pushed for passage of the Farm Bill, including an extension of the Rural Economic Area Partnership (REAP) Zone designation for Sullivan County and the Town of Wawarsing (Ulster County) that was part of the Senate version of the reauthorization. The measure would extend a designation that helps give the region priority … Continue Reading
