Press Releases

April 22, 2009

Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $3 Million to Improve National Parks in the Hudson Valley

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April 22, 2009

Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $11 Million to Improve Statue of Liberty, Governors Island

April 21, 2009

Gillibrand Meets With West Point Cadets

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today met with cadets from West Point's Domestic Affairs forum group to hear their thoughts, concerns and ideas, and discuss Senator Gillibrand's priorities to keep West Point strong. "West Point has one of the most proud traditions in our country," Senator Gillibrand said. "It's home to some of our bravest men and women in uniform. West Point cadets are working to keep America safe and build a better future for us all. I've worked hard … Continue Reading

April 21, 2009

Schumer, Gillibrand Push to Create Passenger Rail Between Binghamton and NYC – New Service Would Spur Much Needed Economic Development in Southern Tier

Today U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, Robert P. Casey (PA), and Arlen Specter (PA), wrote to the President urging him to fully support a rail link between Binghamton, NY and Scranton, PA allowing residents of the Southern Tier easy access to New York City. Expanding passenger rail service between these cities would afford commuters an important new transportation option and could have a profound impact on economic development in the region. At the Senators' urging, an … Continue Reading

April 21, 2009

As First New York Senator In Nearly 40 Years To Serve On The Senate Agriculture Committee, Gillibrand Meets With New York Farm Bureau Leaders In Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand met today in Washington, D.C. with leaders of New York's Farm Bureau to talk about the challenges facing local farmers and new plans to ensure long term growth of New York's agricultural economy. Senator Gillibrand is the first New York Senator in nearly 40 years to serve on the Senate Agriculture Committee. Approximately one-quarter of New York is made up of farmland and 42 of New York's 62 counties are rural. New York's agriculture sector … Continue Reading

April 21, 2009

Gillibrand Urges FEMA To Work With Rochester And Western New York Communities To Resolve Floodplain Maps

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today urged Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials to work with Rochester and Western New York Communities to resolve concerns over the floodplain maps. The Town of Pendleton, the Town of Wheatfield and the City and Town of Lockport have concerns over the revised 100 year floodplain maps designated by FEMA. The communities feel they have compelling evidence that they were wrongly placed in the flood zone when FEMA updated the … Continue Reading

April 20, 2009

Gillibrand: Ahmadinejad’s Comments Abhorrent

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand called Iranian President Ahmadinejad's comments about Israel abhorrent and issued the following statement: "I commend President Obama and Secretary Clinton for withdrawing the American delegation from the conference and further commend Australia, Canada, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Poland for joining our boycott." "I find President Ahmadinejad's comments about Israel abhorrent. In fact the Iranian President's … Continue Reading

April 20, 2009

With Schools Forced To Eliminate Environmental Education Programs Due To Budget Cuts, Senator Gillibrand Joins Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Local Students to Call For Federal Investment in Environmental Education

New York, NY- U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joined Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Vice Chair of Riverkeeper; Murray Fisher, Founder and Program Director of the Urban Assembly New York Harbor School (NYHS); and NYHS students today, on Pier 16 at the South Street Seaport to call for federal investment in environmental education. There is a critical need to preserve funding for environmental literacy programs for institutions like the NYHS that provide a foundation to help students develop the skills … Continue Reading

April 19, 2009

Schumer, Gillibrand: Gun Background Check Records Destroyed After Only 24 Hours, Leaving No Way to Trace Gun Purchases When Investigating Major Gun Crimes

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April 17, 2009

Gillibrand Visits Long Island Seniors

Rocky Point, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate's Special Committee on Aging, and U.S. Rep. Timothy Bishop (NY-1) visited with seniors today at the Town of Brookhaven's Senior Citizens Division annual May Rally in Rocky Point to talk about issues affecting seniors and the aging. Senator Gillibrand discussed her three-point plan to improve the lives of New York's seniors and provide support to family caregivers and other health care professionals. "With over 75 … Continue Reading

April 17, 2009

Gillibrand Congratulates Buffalo for Being Named Top Arts Destination

Washington, D.C. - With AmericanStyle Magazine naming Buffalo the top arts destination among America's mid-sized cities, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement: "I would like to congratulate the City of Buffalo for being named the number one Arts Destination by AmericanStyle Magazine. I am glad that the city of such cultural gems as Buffalo has again received this top recognition. "The City of Buffalo has so much talent and many treasures, that their thriving … Continue Reading

April 16, 2009

Gillibrand: If Iowa Can Do It, So Can We

Washington, D.C. - Today, as Governor Paterson introduces legislation to legalize gay marriage in New York, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement: "New York and the nation are ready to start a new chapter. The time has come for full marriage equality. I commend the Governor for his leadership on this important issue. If Iowa can do it, so can … Continue Reading

April 16, 2009

Senator Gillibrand Applauds President Obama’s Commitment To High Speed Rail In New York

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today applauded President Obama strategic plan which outlined his vision for high speed rail in America. The Administration released 10 major corridors for potential high-speed rail projects, including the Empire Corridor - New York City, Albany Buffalo. Senator Gillibrand met with Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood last month to discuss high-speed rail development in New York State. Senator Gillibrand released the following statement: "I am … Continue Reading

April 16, 2009

Senator Gillibrand Calls for National Health Care Reform In Tele-Town Hall Meeting with Thousands of New York City AARP Members

New York, NY - As part of an aggressive, two-week push for health care reform, AARP hosted a tele-town hall event today featuring Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. The tele-town hall event, part of AARP's HealthActionNow.org campaign website, connected more than 50,000 AARP members and activists to listen in and pose questions to Senator Gillibrand. The Senator declared her commitment to fighting for national health care reform. "AARP is doing what we do best-organizing our members to keep pushing … Continue Reading

April 16, 2009

Gillibrand Releases Guide to Help Faith-Based and Community Organizations Access Federal Grants

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April 15, 2009

Senators Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Up to $15 Million for Clean-up Projects for Long Island

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced up to $15 million for hazardous waste clean-up projects on Long Island. The funding is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which Senators Gillibrand and Schumer helped pass in February, and will help accelerate hazardous waste clean-up projects already underway at Old Roosevelt Field in Garden City and Lawrence Aviation in Port Jefferson. "By investing our federal dollars in hazardous … Continue Reading

April 15, 2009

Schumer, Gillibrand Applaud FEMA for Issuing First Round of Federal Aid in Wake of Major Disaster Declaration Following December’s Ice Storm

April 15, 2009

Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $400,000 in Health and Human Services Funding Coming to SUNY Buffalo For DNA Research

Today, United States Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that the State University of New York at Buffalo will be receiving $376,800 through the National Institute of General Medical Sciences under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for research into the processes of DNA replication and repair. "Federal funding for scientific research is needed now more than ever," said Schumer. "In these difficult … Continue Reading

April 15, 2009

Schumer and Gillibrand Announce Over $250,000 in Health and Human Services Funding Coming to Cold Spring Harbor Lab For Brain Development Research

Today, United States Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory on Long Island will be receiving $252,000 through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) for research of the relationship between brain development and mental disorders such as autism and mental retardation. The funding will used to support one postdoctoral fellow, one graduate student, and for the development of a … Continue Reading

April 14, 2009

As Tax Day Approaches, Gillibrand Reminds New York Families To Take Full Advantage Of Tax Breaks

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today urged all middle class families in New Yorkers to take full advantage of tax breaks when they file their taxes this year. Middle class New Yorkers who buy their first home, pay for child care, or own a small business are all eligible for new tax cuts. "New Yorkers pay some of the highest taxes in the nation," said Senator Gillibrand. "This year, there are new tax breaks aimed at helping middle class families with the cost of buying a … Continue Reading

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