Press Releases
Gillibrand Applauds 9/11 Health Bill Going Into Effect
New York, NY - With the health care programs under the 9/11 health bill going into effect today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) released the following statement: "Today marks an historic day where the new World Trade Center Health Program officially begins, allowing the city's 9/11 health clinics and hospitals to continue to help monitor and treat thousands of 9/11 heroes and survivors who are suffering. The James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act fulfills our moral obligation … Continue Reading
July 01, 2011
Gillibrand Announces Over $1.1 Million In Trade Adjustment Assistance For Binghamton University Research Foundation
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced more than $1.1 million in Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) funds for the New York State Trade Adjustment Assistance Center (NYSTAAC) administered by the Binghamton University Research Foundation to help New York businesses remain competitive in the global economy. "This is a great investment for our high-tech sector in Binghamton and throughout the state," Senator Gillibrand said. "These federal dollars will support research … Continue Reading
June 30, 2011
At Gillibrand’s Urging, Feds Designate Woodlawn Cemetery As National Historic Landmark
Bronx, NY -U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) announced today that the U.S. Department of the Interior designated Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx - recognized internationally as the resting place of many renowned Americans-as a National Historic Landmark. Since last year, Senator Gillibrand urged Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior Ken Salazar to designate the site as a National Historic Landmark. Senator Gillibrand said, "This is great news. Woodlawn Cemetery's importance is … Continue Reading
June 30, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $123,400 Federal Fire Grant For New York Fire Patrol
Staten Island, NY - U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced today $123,460 dollars in federal funding for the New York Fire Patrol, Inc. (NYFP) to provide comprehensive fire prevention training, safety education, home safety inspections, and smoke alarm installations for Staten Island families, particularly seniors and children. The money was allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Administration's Assistance to Firefighters Grant. "Our firefighters put their … Continue Reading
June 30, 2011
Gillibrand Welcomes Streamlined Plan For Peace Bridge Plaza
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement today supporting the new streamlined development plans for Peace Bridge Plaza: "I am pleased that discussions of a smaller plaza concept are underway. Allowing for pre-screening of truck traffic along the Canadian border is a significant step forward in encouraging the growth of cross-border commerce and increasing economic opportunity for Western New York businesses. A smaller plaza will reduce the cost while … Continue Reading
June 30, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $1.1 Million For New Access Road At Buffalo Niagara International Airport
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $1,137,321 in Department of Transportation (DOT) funds for Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The DOT grant will fund construction to rehabilitate an access road to the airport. "This is great news for passengers that use Buffalo Niagara International," said Senator Schumer. "With this investment, the airport can make roadway renovations that will ensure the smooth operation of the facility and … Continue Reading
June 29, 2011
13 Senators Team Up To Reassure LGBT Youth That “It Gets Better”
Washington, D.C. - Thirteen United States Senators have teamed up to encourage lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people not to give up, reassuring them in a video released Wednesday that they are working hard in the Senate to fulfill the promise of equality for all. The video is part of the It Gets Better Project (http://itgetsbetter.org), which was founded last year after a series of tragic suicides by LGBT youth who were bullied because of their sexual orientation or gender … Continue Reading
June 28, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1.1 Million For Lt. Warren Eaton Airport In Norwich
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a total of $1,156,800 in U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) funding for Lt. Warren Eaton Airport in Norwich. The funds will be used for runway rehabilitation construction. "This is great news for the passengers and pilots that fly in and out of Lt. Warren Eaton Airport every day," said Senator Schumer. "With this funding, the airport can make runway renovations that will ensure passenger safety and … Continue Reading
June 28, 2011
Gillibrand, Pryor, CPSC, Consumer Advocates Applaud Strong Crib Safety Standards To Prevent Infant Deaths And Injuries
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senators Mark Pryor (AR) and Kirsten Gillibrand (NY), and Commissioner Robert Adler from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), today joined consumer advocates in applauding the first day that tough new federal standards for cribs go into effect. The new, mandatory standards will stop the manufacture and sale of traditional drop-side cribs. In addition, the standard requires stronger mattress supports, more durable hardware and rigorous safety testing. The … Continue Reading
June 28, 2011
Gillibrand, Tonko Urge Feds To Approve New Food Safety Inspector At Beech-Nut To Help Grow Business
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and U.S. Representative Paul Tonko are urging the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to grant approval for a second food safety inspector for Beech-Nut Nutrition Corporation- a move that could help the thriving Capital Region business that makes nutritious infant and toddler food grow by as much as 20 percent this year. To meet the growing demand for Beech-Nut's products, the business needs to hire a second, part-time inspector at … Continue Reading
June 27, 2011
Gillibrand Calls For Historic Landmark Designation For Woodlawn Cemetery
Bronx, NY -U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) urged the U.S. Department of the Interior to designate Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx- recognized internationally as the resting place of many renowned Americans - as a National Historic Landmark. Senator Gillibrand wrote in a letter to Ken Salazar, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior, "I once again would like to voice my strongest support possible for this application and hope that you can provide the final decision in an … Continue Reading
June 24, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand And Meeks Announce V.A. Abandons Plan To Allow Private Development At St. Albans Veteran's Facility
Washington, D.C. - United States Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand, and Congressman Gregory Meeks announced today that after a meeting with officials from the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) yesterday, the VA has decided to abandon its plan to allow private development at the Veterans' Facility at St. Albans. The VA, which had planned to lease out nearly half the space at the St. Albans veterans' home for private residential and commercial development, folded under … Continue Reading
June 23, 2011
Women WIN Jobs Act Means Higher Wages, More Employment Opportunities
Washington, DC - In the wake of the Supreme Court's damaging Wal-Mart employment discrimination case, Congressman Jared Polis (D-CO), Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-MD), Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT), Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI) today introduced the Women and Workforce Investment for Nontraditional Jobs (Women WIN Jobs) Act, which would provide women with a pathway to higher paying job fields in which they are currently underrepresented. … Continue Reading
June 23, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Push To Include SUNY In National Domestic Preparedness Consortium; Reintroduce Legislation To Expand Reach of SUNY's Expertise To Emergency Personnel Nationwide
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand reintroduced legislation to make the State University of New York (SUNY) a member of the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium (NDPC), a partnership of several organizations meant to enhance the emergency preparedness of federal, state, local, and nongovernmental emergency responders and counter-terrorism teams. The NDPC is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency … Continue Reading
June 23, 2011
Gillibrand Applauds President For Releasing Oil From Strategic Petroleum Reserve
Washington, DC - Today, at the urging of U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and her colleagues, President Obama decided to release oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). In a letter earlier this year to the President, Senator Gillibrand delineated the urgency of an SPR drawdown. Gas Prices across New York are 36 percent higher than this time last year. The drawdown of 30 million barrels will help to stabilize gasoline prices. "I applaud President Obama's decision to release oil … Continue Reading
June 22, 2011
Gillibrand Statement On President Obama’s Address To The Nation On Afghanistan War
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement tonight after President Obama announced his plan to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan. Senator Gillibrand, who is one of seven co-sponsors of the Safe and Responsible Redeployment of United States Combat Forces from Afghanistan Act, traveled to Afghanistan in November of last year to meet with military commanders and troops in the field. "I want to thank … Continue Reading
June 21, 2011
Gillibrand Statement On Senate Confirmation Of Leon Panetta As Secretary Of Defense
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after voting to confirm Leon Panetta as the next Secretary of Defense: "I am proud to have voted for the confirmation of Leon Panetta who will be an outstanding Secretary of Defense. For over four decades, Leon Panetta has been an extraordinary public servant spanning several administrations. His sound judgment has made him a well respected member of the … Continue Reading
June 21, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Corning-Painted Post Airport Set To Receive Over $190,000 In Department Of Transportation Funding For Snow Removal Equipment
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that Corning-Painted Post Airport is set to receive $192,064 in U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) funds for airport facility upgrades. Specifically, the grant will allow Corning-Painted Post Airport to acquire snow removal equipment, including a loader and snow plow, which will enhance the airport's ability to clear the airfield during adverse weather conditions. Schumer and Gillibrand applaud DOT for their work to … Continue Reading
June 21, 2011
With Jobs Growing In Advanced Manufacturing, Gillibrand Announces "Made In America" Grants To Bolster High-Tech Manufacturing In New York
Washington, D.C. - While New York has lost a total of more than 123,000 manufacturing jobs since 2005, advanced and high-tech manufacturing jobs are thriving. Computer and electronic manufacturing industries increased employment by 9 percent from 2004 to 2008. To spark more growth in high-tech manufacturing in New York and create more of these good-paying jobs right here, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced her new manufacturing agenda. Senator Gillibrand's plan creates a Made In … Continue Reading
June 21, 2011
Bipartisan Group Of Senators Calls On Veterans Affairs To Do More To Prevent Veteran Suicides
WASHINGTON - A bipartisan group of six Senators called on Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki to do more to stem the "unacceptable" level of suicides among veterans currently estimated to be 18 per day. The call came in a letter sent to the Administration on Friday. "Too many of our brave men and women in uniform return home from war only to struggle with the trauma of their experience and, tragically, take their own lives," Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) said Tuesday. "It is … Continue Reading
