Press Releases
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $1 Million In Federal Funding For Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority
Rochester, NY - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $1,000,000 in federal funding for the Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority. The funding was allocated through the Department of Transportation (DOT) FY 2017 Low or No-Emission Vehicle (Low-No) Competitive Program. Specifically, the Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority will use the funding to purchase electric buses, maintenance equipment, and charging … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $1.7 Million In Department Of Transportation Funding To Upgrade Airports Throughout Upstate New York
Washington, DC - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $1,740,752 in federal funding for three critical infrastructure projects at local airports across Upstate New York. This funding was allocated through the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Specifically, the federal funding will be used for renovations and improvements to operational efficiency to airports in the Capital Region, Finger … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $23 Million In Federal Funding For Cornell University
Rochester, NY - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $23,234,000 in federal funding for Cornell University. The funding was allocated through the National Science Foundation (NSF) and will be used to advance next-generation research at the Cornell Center for Materials Research (CCMR) to enhance national capabilities in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and materials research at all levels through an … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Senators McCain, Gillibrand, Collins, Reed Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Protect Transgender Service Members
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators John McCain (R-AZ), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Jack Reed (D-RI) introduced a bipartisan bill that would protect transgender service members by preventing the Department of Defense (DoD) from removing currently serving members of the Armed Forces based solely on their gender identity. Transgender troops have been openly serving in the military since June 2016. This legislation comes after Senate leadership cut off debate on the National … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $42,000 In Federal Funding For Lancaster Fire Department In Erie County
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $42,066 in federal funding for the Lancaster Fire Department in Erie County. The money was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program. This funding will allow the Lancaster Fire Department to bolster firefighter recruitment, retention and training initiatives. "Whether it's a fire, flood, car accident, or … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Gillibrand, Graham Propose Legislation To Establish National Commission On Cybersecurity Of U.S. Election Systems
Washington, DC -- U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) and Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today introduced bipartisan legislation to establish the National Commission on the Cybersecurity of the United States Election Systems. The Commission - based on a model similar to the 9/11 Commission that investigated the terror attacks in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania - would look into the cyber-attacks that took place during the 2016 election cycle and make recommendations on … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $2.7 Million In Fed Funds For Winifred Masterson Burke Medical Research Institute
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $2,775,000 in federal funding for Winifred Masterson Burke Medical Research Institute. The grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) National Institute of Neurological Disorders And Stroke (NINDS). The grant will fund clinical research related to neurological disorders; specifically, the modulation of cortical networks, a new approach to spinal cord injury … Continue Reading
September 14, 2017
On Senate Floor, Gillibrand Urges Colleagues To Vote On Bipartisan Amendment To Protect Transgender Service Members
**WATCH Senator Gillibrand's Speech on the Senate Floor HERE** Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, ranking member of the Personnel Subcommittee of the Senate Armed Services Committee, spoke on the Senate Floor to urge her colleagues to vote on a bipartisan amendment to prevent the Department of Defense (DoD) from removing qualified service members from the Armed Forces based solely on their gender identity. Senator Gillibrand's amendment with Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) is … Continue Reading
September 13, 2017
Gillibrand, Sanders And 15 Democratic Senators Announce Medicare-For-All Legislation
VIDEO LINK Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today stood with U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders and 15 of her Democratic colleagues to announce the Medicare-For-All Act of 2017. The bill includes a major provision written by Senator Gillibrand that would allow Americans to buy into a public health insurance plan during the transition period to single-payer. Below are Senator Gillibrand's full remarks as delivered: "Thank you Senator Sanders for his amazing leadership on this … Continue Reading
September 13, 2017
Gillibrand Announces $600,000 In Federal Funding For Domestic Abuse Support Programs In Northeastern New York
Albany, NY - U.S Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $600,000 in federal funding for The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York. The funding was allocated through the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) Grant Program. Specifically, the Albany-based legal aid organization will use these funds to provide legal representation to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking in 13 primarily rural counties in northeastern New … Continue Reading
September 12, 2017
Gillibrand Announces Support For Medicare-For-All Legislation
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that she has signed on to the Medicare-For-All Act of 2017 as an original cosponsor. The bill, which will be introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders, includes a major provision written by Senator Gillibrand that would allow Americans to buy into a public health insurance plan during the transition period to single-payer. Senator Gillibrand's statement is below: "Health care should be a right, not a privilege, so I will be … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
Senators Gillibrand, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Amendment To Protect Transgender Service Members
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced a bipartisan amendment today that would prevent the Department of Defense (DoD) from removing qualified service members from the Armed Forces based solely on their gender identity. Transgender service members have been openly serving since June 2016. Senators Collins' and Gillibrand's amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act would also require Secretary of Defense James Mattis to proceed … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $230,000 In Federal Funding for Inwood Fire Department To Purchase New Technologically Advanced Breathing Apparatus That Helps Locate Trapped Firefighters
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $230,286 in federal funding for the Inwood Fire Department to purchase 41 new self-contained breathing apparatus and 82 air bottles for its volunteer firefighters. According to the fire department, the new breathing apparatus are equipped with a location technology to help locate firefighters who may be trapped in a blaze. The money was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $50,00 In Federal Funds For Nanuet Fire Department In Rockland County
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $57,976 in federal funding for Nanuet Fire Department in Rockland County. The funding was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. Specifically, the Nanuet Fire Department will use the funds to replace 20 lengths of fire supply hose and purchase an SCBA air cascade system. "It is essential that we provide our firefighters with the … Continue Reading
September 08, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $62K In Federal Funds For Chili Fire Department In The Finger Lakes Region
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $62,336 in federal funding for Chili Fire Department in the Finger Lakes Region. The funding was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. The funding will be used to update the Department's hydraulic extrication tools, which allow for efficient and safe, removal of persons trapped in motor vehicles. The Department's current hardware … Continue Reading
September 08, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $193,000 In Rural Economic Development Funding For The North Country
Washington, DC - U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $193,381 in federal funding for the North Country Chamber of Commerce, St. Lawrence County IDA, and Cornell Cooperative Extension of SLC. The federal funding was allocated through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development program. Specifically, the North Country Chamber of Commerce will receive $74,000 in federal funds to provide training through the Program … Continue Reading
September 08, 2017
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $73,000 In Federal Funds For Bellerose Terrace Fire Department; Funding Means Vital Equipment For First Responders
U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced $73,334 in federal funding for the Bellerose Terrace Fire Department to purchase 10 new sets of turnout gear and 8 new self-contained breathing apparatus to replace older and worn models. The money was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). "It is critical that we provide our local fire departments-like the Bellerose Terrace Fire Department-- with the … Continue Reading
September 08, 2017
Senator Gillibrand Calls On DOD Inspector General To Investigate Allegations Of Navy Protecting High-Ranking Official Accused Of Sexual Assault And Harrassment
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today called on the Department of Defense's Acting Inspector General to open an investigation into a case reported by USA Today this week alleging that a high-ranking spokesman for the Navy was protected by top Navy officials and allowed to keep his job after being accused of sexually harassing and assaulting several female junior officers and a female civilian employee at the Pentagon. "The response of military leadership to reports of sexual … Continue Reading
September 08, 2017
ICYMI: Senator Gillibrand Releases Newest Military Sexual Assault Report: Punishments For Military Sexual Assault Accusations Are Rare, Inconsistent & Insufficient
ICYMI: Yesterday, Senator Gillibrand, the ranking Member of the Personnel Subcommittee on the Senate Armed Services Committee released a report analyzing sexual assault files at the largest domestic base of each of the four services. Her findings were disappointing but not shocking and found the pervasive scourge of sexual assault in the military has not improved at all. Hours later USA Today broke a story that found, "A Navy commander accused of sexual misconduct while dressed as Santa Claus … Continue Reading
September 08, 2017
ICYMI: Senator Gillibrand Releases Newest Military Sexual Assault Report: Punishments For Military Sexual Assault Accusations Are Rare, Inconsistent & Insufficient
ICYMI: Yesterday, Senator Gillibrand, the ranking Member of the Personnel Subcommittee on the Senate Armed Services Committee released a report analyzing sexual assault files at the largest domestic base of each of the four services. Her findings were disappointing but not shocking and found the pervasive scourge of sexual assault in the military has not improved at all. Hours later USA Today broke a story that found, "A Navy commander accused of sexual misconduct while dressed as Santa Claus … Continue Reading
