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Barclay: New York’s Rent Relief Program Is Failing, Billions Have Yet To Be Distributed

July 31, 2021 Contributor

Tenants and landlords throughout New York state have been among some of the most negatively impacted due to the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Senator Charles Schumer unveils the NRCâ€™s new security measures. With the senator are, from left, county legislator Mary Flett and Amy Tresidder, and Oswego Mayor Randy Bateman.

Schumer: Infrastructure Deal Delivers Billions To Advance CNY Projects

July 30, 2021 Contributor

CENTRAL NEW YORK – U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, yesterday, announced that the bipartisan infrastructure deal he has negotiated in the Senate delivers huge for New York and will advance critical projects. Schumer said these funds […]

Gillibrand, Colleagues Introduce National Domestic Workers Bill Of Rights Alongside National Domestic Workers Alliance

July 30, 2021 Contributor

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), introduced the National Domestic Workers Bill of Rights.

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Katko, Homeland Republicans Introduce GOP Solution To Securing U.S. Borders

July 30, 2021 Contributor

In response to the ongoing, record-breaking crisis at the nation’s southern border, U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), lead Republican of the House Committee on Homeland Security, joined by Homeland Security Republicans, American Security Task Force members, House Border Caucus members, and Republican leadership, proposed a multi-faceted solution to secure our borders and prioritize the safety of Americans.

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Gillibrand Announces EATS Act To Expand SNAP Benefits For Eligible College Students

July 28, 2021 Contributor

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, announced her bicameral legislation that would expand Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit eligibility to college students attending 2 and 4-year universities part-time or more and some graduate students who also meet traditional SNAP income and other eligibility requirements.

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Barclay: To Ensure Successful Academic Year, Timely Guidance For School Districts Is Key

July 23, 2021 Contributor

Nearly halfway through the summer break, school districts around the state are still trying to ascertain what the upcoming school year will look like in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Katko: Legislation Will Help Law Enforcement Crack Down On Proliferation Of Fentanyl, Other Synthetic Drugs

July 21, 2021 Contributor

U.S Rep. John Katko (NY-24) today reintroduced the Stop the Importation and Manufacturing of Synthetic Analogues (SIMSA) Act, bicameral, bipartisan legislation to crack down on the influx of toxic synthetic drugs, such as fentanyl, a potent and deadly synthetic drug.

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Ritchie Calls On Constituents To Make Their Voices Heard To Ensure Fair Redistricting Effort

July 21, 2021 Contributor

State Senator Patty Ritchie is urging constituents to make their voices heard in the redrawing of legislative and congressional districts to help ensure fair representation in state and federal government for our region, as well as across New York State.

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Katko: House Advances Homeland Security Bills To Enhance Cybersecurity, U.S. Economic Security

July 21, 2021 Contributor

The U.S. House of Representatives advanced 13 bipartisan Homeland Security Committee bills addressing numerous aspects of the homeland security mission.

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Barclay: Public Participation Critical Component Of Upcoming 2022 Redistricting Efforts

July 16, 2021 Contributor

Earlier this week, the Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) announced it would host eight public listening sessions across the state prior to redrawing state legislative and congressional district lines, a process which takes place every ten years to reflect population changes.

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