Press Releases
Gillibrand To USDA: Approve Request For Disaster Assistance To Expedite Federal Aid To Three Counties In Capital Region Impacted By Severe Snow
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to approve a disaster declaration for Rensselaer, Saratoga and Washington Counties. In recent weeks, farmers in these counties have incurred significant property damage and livestock losses from the collapse of buildings under the weight of snow and ice. Senator Gillibrand is urging the USDA to immediately approve disaster assistance so farmers … Continue Reading
February 10, 2011
Gillibrand Announces More Than $1.3 Million Coming To New York State To Help Spur Manufacturing Jobs
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a total of $1,367,000 in federal funding for the New York State Foundation for Science Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR). These federal funds will be used by NYSTAR to help strengthen and grow New York's manufacturing industry. This funding is being allocated through the National Institute of Standards & Technology's (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program (MEP) under the U.S. Department of Commerce. "This is a … Continue Reading
February 10, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Urge Fema To Issue Disaster Declaration For New York City, Long Island And Rensselaer County Following Historic Christmas Storm; Clean Up Costs For New York Taxpayers In Tens Of Millions
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand urged President Obama to quickly approve Governor Cuomo's request for a Disaster Declaration for New York City, Long Island and Rensselaer County after the devastating storm on December 26th and 27th that buried the areas in over two feet of snow, shut down public transportation for days, and left thousands of streets completely impassable. These cities and towns incurred millions of dollars in costs due to serious damage to … Continue Reading
February 10, 2011
Gillibrand, Border State Senators Urge Feds To Deploy Military-Grade Radar To Combat Increased Airborne Drug Smuggling Across US-Canada Border
Washington, DC- With recent reports showing incidents of drug smuggling along the northern border increasing, U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Herb Kohl (D-WI), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Bob Casey (D-PA), Jon Tester (D-MT), and Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) urged federal authorities to deploy tried and tested, military-grade radar technology to combat the illegal smuggling of drugs into the United States from Canada. In a letter to Department … Continue Reading
February 09, 2011
Gillibrand To House GOP: Security Funding For NYC Is National Priority
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is fighting back against House Republican plans to cut $100 million of federal funding for critical security upgrades, which were requested by the New York Police Department, at one of New York's top terror targets, the United Nations Headquarters. In a letter to House Speaker John Boehner and Majority Leader Eric Cantor sent this morning, Senator Gillibrand is urging the House leadership to maintain critical funding that would help protect … Continue Reading
February 08, 2011
Gillibrand, Senate Democrats Speak Out Against Republican Efforts To Restrict Women’s Access To Health Care
Washington, D.C. - At a press conference today, Senate Democrats spoke out to express their opposition to legislation being pushed by House Republicans this week that would endanger women's health by severely limiting their access to affordable health care and reproductive health services. U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Patty Murray (D-WA), Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ), Al Franken (D-MN) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) called on House Republicans to join in efforts to … Continue Reading
February 08, 2011
Gillibrand Applauds Obama Administration’s Renewed Commitment To Develop High-Speed Rail
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today applauded the Obama Administration's renewed commitment to high-speed rail, as Vice President Joe Biden announced a comprehensive plan to dedicate $53 billion over six years to continued construction of a national high-speed and intercity passenger rail network. The plan includes $8 billion to expand high-speed rail next year. "If we're going to rebuild our economy and create new jobs across the state, we need to connect all of our … Continue Reading
February 04, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Call On Fema To Prohibit All-Or-Nothing Flood Modeling – Proposal Could Cost Southern Tier Taxpayers Millions
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today called on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to prohibit all-or-nothing modeling to determine new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). The current FEMA approach, which does not take into consideration existing levee or flood control structures, could cost Southern Tier taxpayers millions. With new modeling, 6,500 additional buildings would be considered in a food zone, costing property owners more for … Continue Reading
February 04, 2011
Gillibrand Fights Attempt To Eliminate Essential Air Service – Urges Senate To Pass Faa Bill With $73 Million Increase In Program
Washington, D.C. - As the Senate debates the FAA Reauthorization Bill, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today is fighting a proposal to eliminate Essential Air Service (EAS) and is urging her colleagues in the Senate to pass a $73 million increase for the program. The EAS program subsidizes service at small airports and provides communities with better air service. Currently, more than 150 communities rely on EAS for access to the nation's air transportation system. In New York, six airports … Continue Reading
February 03, 2011
Gillibrand Announces Nearly $130,000 Coming To Floral Park For Firefighter Assistance
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a total of $129,200 in funding for the Floral Park Fire Department. This funding is being allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Funding will be used by the Floral Park Fire Department to improve their ability to respond to fires and other hazards. "This is a great investment for Floral Park," Senator … Continue Reading
February 03, 2011
Gillibrand Announces Nearly $640,000 For Fire Departments In Erie And Cattaraugus Counties
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $637,794 in federal funding for the Collins Center Volunteer Fire Company. This funding is being allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Funding will be used by the Collins Center Volunteer Fire Company to supply essential interoperable radio equipment to volunteer fire companies throughout southern Erie and … Continue Reading
February 02, 2011
Gillibrand Announces Nearly $130,000 Coming To Camden For Firefighter Assistance
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a total of $129,509 in funding for the Camden Volunteer Fire Department. This funding is being allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Funding will be used by the Camden Volunteer Fire Department to improve their ability to respond to fires and other hazards. "This is a great investment for Camden," Senator … Continue Reading
February 02, 2011
Gillibrand Announces Nearly $45,000 For Rockland Emergency Services
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $44,660 in federal funding for Rockland Paramedic Services Inc. This funding is being allocated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Funding will be used by Rockland Paramedic Services to acquire much-needed patient monitoring equipment. "This is a great investment for Rockland County," Senator Gillibrand said. "It is … Continue Reading
February 02, 2011
Senators Gillibrand And Blumenthal Call On Colleagues To Uphold Women’s Access To Reproductive Health
Washington, DC - Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) today called on their Senate colleagues to prevent efforts to block access to reproductive health care for millions of American women, citing recently-introduced Republican legislation in the House of Representatives designed to restrict choice and prevent access to vital health care services. In a letter to Senate colleagues, Gillibrand and Blumenthal noted that bills introduced by Representatives Mike … Continue Reading
February 01, 2011
Schumer, Gillibrand Introduce Bill To Create Harriet Tubman National Historical Park In Auburn; Bill Preserves And Promotes Local Landmark And Tourist Site
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand introduced legislation to create a National Historical Park preserving and promoting the life of Harriet Ross Tubman, the most famous "conductor" of the anti-slavery resistance network known as the Underground Railroad. The Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historic Park Act would establish two parks, one in New York and one in Maryland. The National Historic Park in … Continue Reading
January 28, 2011
Gillibrand Announces New Proposal To Spur Innovation And Job Creation In The Capital Region
Watervliet, NY -U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a new proposal to spur innovation and job creation in the Capital Region. At the Watervliet Arsenal Business & Technology Partnership, Senator Gillibrand detailed a new proposal to expand, simplify, and make permanent the Research and Development Tax Credit. With leading research institutions, cutting edge businesses, and highly-skilled entrepreneurs, New York is poised to lead America's high tech economy. More than 2,000 New … Continue Reading
January 28, 2011
Gillibrand Announces New Proposal To Spur Innovation And Job Creation In Binghamton
Binghamton, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a new proposal to spur innovation and job creation in the Southern Tier. At the Greater Binghamton Innovation Center, Senator Gillibrand detailed a new proposal to expand, simplify, and make permanent the Research and Development Tax Credit. With leading research institutions, cutting edge businesses, and highly-skilled entrepreneurs, New York is poised to lead America's high tech economy. More than 2,000 New York companies could … Continue Reading
January 28, 2011
Gillibrand Announces New Proposal To Spur Innovation And Job Creation In Westchester
Rye, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a new proposal to spur innovation and job creation in Westchester County. At Curemark, Senator Gillibrand detailed a new proposal to expand, simplify, and make permanent the Research and Development Tax Credit. With leading research institutions, cutting edge businesses, and highly-skilled entrepreneurs, New York is poised to lead America's high tech economy. More than 2,000 New York companies could take advantage of the R&D credit. … Continue Reading
January 28, 2011
Gillibrand Announces New Proposal To Spur Innovation And Job Creation On Long Island
Plainview, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced a new proposal to spur innovation and job creation on Long Island. After touring Clever Devices, Senator Gillibrand detailed a new proposal to expand, simplify, and make permanent the Research and Development Tax Credit. With leading research institutions, cutting edge businesses, and highly-skilled entrepreneurs, New York is poised to lead America's high tech economy. More than 2,000 New York companies could take advantage of the … Continue Reading
January 27, 2011
Gillibrand To Serve On Senate Armed Services Committee
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced she will serve on the Senate Armed Services Committee in the 112th Congress. Gillibrand served on the House Armed Services Committee when she represented New York's 20th Congressional District, and has worked closely with Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Carl Levin (D-MI) to support America's troops and veterans in the Senate. Senator Gillibrand worked with Chairman Levin to strengthen our national security by repealing … Continue Reading
