Press Releases
Gillibrand Statement On Final Passage Of Financial Stability Act
Washington, DC - Tonight, as the U.S. Senate passes the Restoring American Financial Stability Act, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement: "Today, taxpayers and middle class families are getting the protections they deserve after experiencing the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression. "The Restoring American Financial Stability Act establishes new, common sense rules of the road to protect taxpayers, ensures the stability of our economy, and prevents … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands Of New Yorkers Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Senator Gillibrand Statement On Veterans’ Affairs Committee Hearing On Her Agent Orange Legislation
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement for this morning's Veterans Affairs' Committee hearing on the Agent Orange Equity Act of 2009. Click here for more information on Senator Gillibrand's legislation. "Mr. Chairman, Thank you for holding this hearing today on the Agent Orange Equity Act of 2009, legislation that I have introduced to ensure benefits for hundreds of thousands of Navy veterans who are afflicted with devastating health effects due to … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In Hudson Valley Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In North Country Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In Rochester-Finger Lakes Region Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In Southern Tier Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands On Long Island Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In Western New York Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In New York City Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In New York City Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In Capital Region Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 19, 2010
Gillibrand Fights For New Legislation To Prevent Foreclosure For Thousands In Central New York Who Are Out Of Work And Struggling To Remain In Their Homes
Washington, DC - As families across New York and across the country struggle to find work after losing their jobs for no fault of their own, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is advancing legislation to provide temporary mortgage relief for struggling families to stave off the threat of foreclosure. The Homeowners' Relief and Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2010 would provide $3 billion for loans for up to 24 months for out of work homeowners so they can keep their families in their homes. … Continue Reading
May 18, 2010
Gillibrand, Schumer Announce Key Committee Approval Of Martin G. ‘Marty’ Mahar Post Office Building
Washington, DC - U. S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles E. Schumer announced that the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs has passed their legislation to rename the Lasinburgh Post Office in Troy in honor of World War II Veteran Martin G. 'Marty' Mahar who passed away in 2007 after a distinguished life as a soldier, veteran and community leader. Congressman Paul Tonko sponsored a companion version of the legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives in … Continue Reading
May 18, 2010
Gillibrand, Schumer Announce Committee Approval Of Bill To Re-Name Genesee Street Post Office After Zachary Smith
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles E. Schumer announced that the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs has passed their legislation to rename the Genesee Street Post Office in Hornell in honor of Lance Corporal Zachary Smith, who was killed while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Congressman Joseph Crowley sponsored a companion version of the legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this year, and the House … Continue Reading
May 18, 2010
Schumer, Gillibrand, Bishop Announce Legislation To Name Long Island Post Office In Honor Of Vietnam Veteran Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Has Passed Committee And Is Headed For A Vote On Senate Floor
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Timothy Bishop announced that legislation to designate the United States Post Office located at 1210 West Main Street in Riverhead, New York as the ''Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Post Office Building" has passed committee and is now headed for a vote on the Senate floor. The post office renaming is in honor of Garfield M. Langhorn, a deceased Vietnam veteran and Medal of Honor Recipient who gave his life … Continue Reading
May 18, 2010
Gillibrand, Coalition Of Over 130 New York Art Museums And Cultural Institutions Announce Free Admission For All Active Duty Service Members And Veterans This Memorial Day Weekend
Washington, DC - With families across New York set to honor America's veterans and United States Armed Forces this Memorial Day Weekend, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) announced today that a coalition of more than 130 museums, historic sites and cultural institutions from across New York will provide free admission throughout the holiday weekend for all United States Armed Forces active duty members and veterans in a special tribute to the men and women who have so bravely defended our … Continue Reading
May 18, 2010
Schumer, Gillibrand, Bishop Announce Legislation To Name Long Island Post Office In Honor Of Vietnam Veteran Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Has Passed Senate
Today, U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Timothy Bishop announced that legislation to designate the United States Post Office located at 1210 West Main Street in Riverhead, New York as the ''Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Post Office Building" has passed the Senate. The post office renaming is in honor of Garfield M. Langhorn, a deceased Vietnam veteran and Medal of Honor Recipient who gave his life to save his comrades. Schumer, Gillibrand, and … Continue Reading
May 17, 2010
Gillibrand, Coalition Of 54 New York City Art Museums And Cultural Institutions Announce Free Admission For All Active Duty Service Members And Veterans This Memorial Day Weekend
New York, NY - With families across New York City set to honor America's veterans and United States Armed Forces this Memorial Day Weekend, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) announced today that a coalition of over 50 museums, historic sites and cultural institutions from all five boroughs will provide free admission throughout the holiday weekend for all United States Armed Forces active duty members and veterans in a special tribute to the men and women who have so bravely defended our … Continue Reading
May 14, 2010
Senate Passes Gillibrand Resolution Honoring Civil Rights Icon Lena Horne
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) paid tribute to the late great Lena Horne, a civil rights activist and Hollywood trailblazer, by introducing a bipartisan resolution in the U.S. Senate in recognition of the Brooklyn native's legacy and trailblazing accomplishments. In addition to being one of America's finest singers, Lena Horne broke Hollywood's racial barriers and campaigned tirelessly for justice and peace. Gillibrand's resolution, which was co-sponsored by a … Continue Reading
