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Barclay: NYS Assembly Minority Conference Will Continue To Advocate For Disability Community

April 23, 2021 Contributor

The needs of every single New Yorker must be accounted for as we continue to transition out of lockdown and into more regular activities.

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Katko Unveils Problem Solvers Caucus Infrastructure Report At Bipartisan Infrastructure Summit

April 23, 2021 Contributor

At a bipartisan infrastructure summit with Governors, U.S. Senators, and Members of the Congressional Problem Solvers Caucus, U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) today unveiled the Rebuilding America’s Infrastructure Report for the 117th Congress.

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Katko, House Homeland Security Committee Republicans: Biden Administration Must Maintain Strong Sanctions In Iran

April 22, 2021 Contributor

U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), Ranking Member on the House Committee on Homeland Security, today led Homeland Security Committee Republicans in an effort urging the Biden Administration to reconsider lifting sanctions on Iran.

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Gillibrand: USDA’s Extension Of Universal Free School Meals Sets Stage For Lawmakers To Make Critical Flexibility Permanent

April 21, 2021 Contributor

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, welcomed the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s announcement that it would extend universal free school meals through the 2021-2022 school year.

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Governor Cuomo Announces 10 “Empire Building Challenge” Partnerships

April 21, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced 10 real estate groups as partners in the State’s $50 million Empire Building Challenge, to establish public-private partnerships and usher in the next generation of high-rise, low-carbon buildings to combat climate change.

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Governor Cuomo Announces Launch Of $85 Million New York Clean Transportation Prizes Initiative

April 20, 2021 Contributor

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of the New York Clean Transportation Prizes program offering up to $85 million through three competitions for innovative global solutions to enhance clean transportation and mobility options and reduce harmful emissions across New York State with a focus on underserved communities.

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Barclay: New Guidance Allowing For Graduation Ceremonies A Positive Sign Of Progress

April 17, 2021 Contributor

The gradual reopening of New York’s businesses and movement toward normalcy in daily activities has provided a lot of optimism and hope for our small business owners, consumers, employees and residents of New York.

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During Black Maternal Health Week, Gillibrand Announces MOMS Act, Maternal CARE Act

April 17, 2021 Contributor

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced two vital pieces of legislation to address the Black maternal health crisis during Black Maternal Health week.

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Gillibrand Asks Biden Administration To Explore All Options, Help Hospitals Recover From COVID-Related Financial Stress

April 16, 2021 Contributor

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand sent a letter to Acting Administrator of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Liz Richter, requesting that the Biden administration explore all options to alleviate the financial burdens incurred through the emergency measures of the Medicare Accelerated/Advanced Payments Program.

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Gillibrand, Murkowski Announce Bill To Expand Summer Meal Program, Ensure Children Maintain Access To Nutritious Meals When School Is Out

April 16, 2021 Contributor

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, and U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced legislation to expand summer meal programs across the country to ensure children maintain access to nutritious meals when school is out.

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