Press Releases
Gillibrand Demands Answers From EPA On Why It Has Yet To Act And Protect Communities Across The Country From Toxic PFAS Chemicals
**Watch EPW Committee Hearing Video HERE** Washington, DC - At a Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee hearing today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand questioned an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) official on the agency's unwillingness to protect communities from per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. Gillibrand questioned Charlotte Bertrand, the Deputy Assistant Administrator for Policy for the Office of Water at the EPA, over the agency's slow action … Continue Reading
October 22, 2019
In Wake Of Recent Reports Of Abuse In Nursing Homes, Gillibrand Announces New, Bipartisan Legislation To Help Protect Older Adults In Skilled Nursing Facilities And Improve Health Care Worker Hiring Practices
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced new, bipartisan legislation that would help protect older adults and long-term care patients from abuse by improving health care worker hiring practices. The Promote Responsible Oversight & Targeted Employee background Check Transparency for Seniors (PROTECTS) Act would help expand access to the National Practitioner Data Bank for Medicare and Medicaid providers to conduct background screenings on potential employees. … Continue Reading
October 22, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $100K In Federal Funding For Town Of Arcadia In Wayne County
Washington, DC - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $100,000 in federal funding for the Town of Arcadia in Wayne County. The funding is provided through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grants program. Specifically, 24,000 feet of new water line will be constructed at Stebbins Road, Stuart Avenue, Tellier Road, Whitbeck Road, and NYS Route 31 West. This project will help … Continue Reading
October 21, 2019
Gillibrand Visits Corning To Announce New Legislation To Invest In Rural Communities Across New York
Corning, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today visited Corning Community College to unveil her new legislation that would prioritize federal investment for rural communities and small towns across New York State. The Rebuild Rural America Act would improve the way that the federal government supports development projects in small towns and rural communities in order to better fit their specific needs. "Rural communities are at the very heart of New York, and their development is key to … Continue Reading
October 21, 2019
Gillibrand Visits Plattsburgh To Announce New Legislation To Invest In Rural Communities Across New York
Plattsburgh, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today visited the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing at Clinton Community College in Plattsburgh to unveil her new legislation that would prioritize federal investment for rural communities and small towns across New York State. The Rebuild Rural America Act would improve the way that the federal government supports development projects in small towns and rural communities in order to better fit their specific needs. "Rural communities are … Continue Reading
October 21, 2019
Gillibrand And Delgado Visit Hudson To Announce New Legislation To Invest In Rural Communities Across New York
Hudson, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Congressman Antonio Delgado (D-NY-19) today visited Hudson Hall to unveil their new legislation that would prioritize federal investment for rural communities and small towns across New York State. The Rebuild Rural America Act would improve the way that the federal government supports development projects in small towns and rural communities in order to better fit their specific needs. "Rural communities are at the very heart of New … Continue Reading
October 16, 2019
Gillibrand Calls On Trump Administration to Immediately Release Critical Home Heating Funding For Low-Income Seniors and Families At Highest Level Possible
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today called on the Trump Administration to immediately release critical Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding to provide heating assistance to some of the most vulnerable seniors and families across New York. More than 1.5 million low-income New Yorkers and seniors on a fixed income depend on the LIHEAP program to help pay their energy bills. Gillibrand joined a bipartisan push today to urge the Trump Administration to act … Continue Reading
October 16, 2019
Schumer, Tonko, Gillibrand, Delgado, Stefanik Introduce Bipartisan Plan to Set Federal Limousine-Safety Regulations & Close Safety Loopholes to Get Dangerous Vehicles Off The Road; Call For Immediate Review & Passage to Honor The Twenty Lives Lost in Schoharie
Schoharie's October 2018 Limo Accident Was Nation's Deadliest Accident In Years; Reports Revealed Gaping Loopholes In Federal Safety Regulations; With The NTSB's Initial Safety Report On Stretch Limousine Safety Shortcomings Now Public And Tragic Anniversary Past, Schumer, Tonko, Gillibrand, Delgado, Stefanik Introduce Three Pieces Of Bipartisan Legislation To Boost Safety Of Aftermarket Stretch Limousines On NY Roads For Passengers, Drivers, & Pedestrians; Reps: Do Not Allow The Victims … Continue Reading
October 10, 2019
Standing With Union Leaders And Advocates, Gillibrand Announces Her Legislation To Make Bold Reforms To Investments In American Infrastructure
Menands, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today stood with union leaders and advocates at the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, District Council 9, Local 201 in Menands to announce her legislation, the Build Local, Hire Local Act. This bill would make bold reforms to federal infrastructure that would prioritize taxpayer dollars spending on projects that raise wages, protect workers, and expand worker rights by giving preference to companies that do not discourage union … Continue Reading
October 10, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $395K in Appalachian Regional Commission Funding for The Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board in Salamanca
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $395,000 in federal funding for the Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board (STW) in Salamanca for the Southwest New York Broadband project. The federal funding was allocated through the Appalachian Regional Commission, and will be used to acquire and install new broadband internet equipment, including backhaul fiber. The senators explained this new equipment will be used to … Continue Reading
October 09, 2019
Standing With Business Owners, Community Leaders, and Advocates, Gillibrand Announces Her Legislation to Make Bold Reforms to Investments in American Infrastructure
Syracuse, NY - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today stood with community leaders, business owners, and advocates at the JHP Industrial Supply Company in Syracuse to announce her legislation, the Build Local, Hire Local Act. This bill would make bold reforms to federal infrastructure investments, helping to correct decades of failed federal policies that have isolated communities of color. The Build Local, Hire Local Act was inspired by the legacy of I-81 in Syracuse, whose construction … Continue Reading
October 07, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $267K In Federal Department Of Justice Funding For Livingston County To Keep 20-Year Crime Victim Specialist Program From Ending
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $267,618 in federal funding for Livingston County. The federal funding was allocated through the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Law Enforcement-Based Victim Specialist Program and will be used by the Livingston County District Sheriff's Office to hire a Victim Specialist position. The senators explained that for over 20 years, Livingston County was able to employ a Crime Victim Specialist because … Continue Reading
October 04, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce +$11.8K In Federal Funding For Niagara Engine Company No. 6 In Schoharie County
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $11,869.52 in federal funding for Niagara Engine Company No. 6 in Schoharie County. The funding was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG) and will be used to replace the fire department's outdated fire attack hose. Additionally, Niagara Engine Company No. 6 will use the funding to replace older … Continue Reading
October 04, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $150K In Federal Funding For Triple Cities Makerspace In Broome County
Washington, DC - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $150,000 in federal funding for Triple Cities Makerspace in Binghamton. The funding was administered through the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and will help Triple Cities Makerspace implement a workforce training program with local schools, libraries, and businesses in advanced manufacturing and high-tech jobs. Specifically, the funding will be used to help create a … Continue Reading
October 03, 2019
Standing With Families Of Tragic Capital Region Limo Crash, Schumer, Tonko, Delgado Unveil Congressional Plan To Set Federal Limousine-Safety Regulations & Close Safety Loopholes That Allow Unsafe Limos On The Streets, Where They Do Not Belong In The First Place
Schoharie's October 2018 Limo Accident Was Nation's Deadliest Transportation Accident In Years; Reports Revealed Gaping Loopholes In Federal Safety Regulations; With The NTSB's Safety Report On Stretch Limousine Safety Shortcomings Now Public & Tragic Anniversary Approaching, Schumer, Tonko & Delgado Announce Legislative Plan To Boost Safety Of Aftermarket Stretch Limousines On NY Roads For Passengers, Drivers, & Pedestrians; Schumer, Gillibrand, Tonko, Delgado To Congress: Honor … Continue Reading
October 02, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $110K In Federal Funding For Adirondack Economic Development Corporation In Saranac Lake
Washington, DC - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $110,000 in federal funding for Adirondack Economic Development Corporation (AEDC). The funding was allocated through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI) and will help AEDC establish a financial literacy training program for underserved communities. The funding will also help AEDC provide professional development … Continue Reading
October 02, 2019
Gillibrand Statement On Data For Progress Study Showing Broad Support For National Paid Leave
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) today released the following statement in response to a study by Data For Progress that shows broad support for a comprehensive paid leave program for all American workers. Senator Gillibrand's FAMILY Act, sponsored in the U.S. House by Representative Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-3), received the most support from voters in the study. "The study today from Data For Progress proves what we already knew - paid leave is a bipartisan issue and … Continue Reading
October 02, 2019
Gillibrand Statement On NTSB Report Detailing Recommendations From Investigation Of The Schoharie Limousine Crash
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today released the following statement after the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a safety recommendation report related to its investigation into last year's Schoharie limousine crash. The October 6, 2018 crash in Schoharie County was the nation's deadliest transportation accident in almost a decade, claiming the lives of 20 people and reaffirming an urgent need for new federal safety regulations for these vehicles: "It's … Continue Reading
October 02, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Nearly $500K In Federal Funding For The One Love Foundation
Washington, DC - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $499,961 in federal funding for the One Love Foundation. The funding was provided by the U.S. Department of Justice's (DOJ) Office on Violence Against Women and will be used to help expand and strengthen community services to youth who have experienced sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sex trafficking in Yonkers. Specifically, the One Love … Continue Reading
October 02, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $25K In Federal Funding For The Bay Ridge Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. In Warren County
Washington, DC - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $25,330.47 in federal funding for the Bay Ridge Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. in Warren County. The funding will be used to purchase a turnout gear washer-extractor, which will clean harmful chemicals and debris from firefighters' gear. The funding was allocated through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency's Assistance to Firefighters … Continue Reading
