Gillibrand, Duckworth, Schiff Press FDA On Plan To Mitigate Estrogen Patch Shortage

Pressed FDA on plan to address estradiol transdermal patch shortage affecting women.

“Estradiol patches are a first-line, widely used, and highly effective treatment for managing menopause symptoms, and FDA should be doing everything in its power to make sure this therapy is available to all women who need it”

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Gillibrand, Colleagues Slam Attorney General Blanche For Illegally Allowing Sale Of Guns To Teenagers, Increasing Likelihood Of School Shootings

Joined 19 colleagues demanding DOJ enforce prohibition on handgun sales to people under 21.

“The Trump administration should be doing more to keep guns out of the wrong hands – not less”

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Gillibrand, Colleagues Demand Trump FCC Withdraw Proposal To Undermine E-Rate Program

Urged FCC to withdraw proposal to eliminate or limit E-Rate program.

“Every school should have the resources it needs to provide our kids with a high-quality education”

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Gillibrand Statement On Trump Exempting Russia From New Sanctions

Criticized Trump's executive order exempting Russia from congressionally authorized sanctions.

“Once again, this administration has shown it has unlimited money for bombs, ballrooms, and billionaires, but nothing for the American people — for their healthcare, their food, their housing, and their lives.”

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ICYMI: Gillibrand Op-Ed In The Hill: The System Failed Jane Doe. Congress Can Fix It.

Urged Congress to pass Campus Accountability and Safety Act following Cornell sexual assault allegations.

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Following Gillibrand Demands, Federal Government Releases Heat Assistance Funding To New York State

Praised federal release of LIHEAP heating assistance funding to New York State.

“I am relieved that the federal government has released heating assistance funding, allowing New York State to make these funds available to help New Yorkers heat their homes”

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New Study: Families In New York Have Had To Spend $6,000+ More Under Trump

Criticized Trump administration for raising household costs by $6,000 in New York.

“President Trump and congressional Republicans promised to lower costs and end inflation. Instead, they’ve made life $6,000 more expensive for New Yorkers”

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Gillibrand, Schumer, Torres Urge Acceleration Of Federal Lithium-Ion Battery Regulation Amidst E-Bike Fatalities

Urged Consumer Product Safety Commission to accelerate lithium-ion battery safety standards for e-bikes.

“While these rules attempt to achieve safety, the only way to effectively prevent future fires is by setting mandatory federal standards for lithium-ion batteries. […] By finalizing this rule and setting standards for these batteries, the Commission can ensure that cheap and defective batteries do not enter the U.S.”

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Gillibrand Statement On Suspicious Mail Sent To NYC Office

Thanked postal inspectors for intercepting suspicious mail sent to her NYC office.

“This afternoon, a suspicious piece of mail was sent to my New York City office and was safely intercepted by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. I am deeply grateful to the postal inspectors for protecting my staff.”

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Gillibrand Statement On Trump Administration Withholding Iran School Bombing Report Until After Midterms

Criticized Trump administration for withholding Iran school bombing investigation report until after midterms.

“Withholding This Report Until After The Election Is Not Only Disgraceful, It Is Cowardly.”

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Gillibrand Calls For Legislation To Improve Social Security Benefits Following Announcement Of 2027 COLA

Called for legislation to strengthen Social Security benefits following 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment announcement.

“Our seniors have spent a lifetime of hard work paying into Social Security, but their checks simply aren’t keeping up with rising costs”

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Gillibrand Statement On Trump In Syracuse

Criticized Trump's policies for raising costs on New Yorkers for groceries, healthcare, and transportation.

“New Yorkers need relief from record high prices this president has put on them, but all he seems to be focused on is bombs, ballrooms, and billionaires.”

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Gillibrand Statement On ICE Agent Shooting In New York City

Called for transparent review of ICE agent shooting incident in New York City.

“My thoughts are with the Marble Hill community as we await more information about the shooting involving ICE agents this afternoon. It is critical that all the facts are brought to light, and I expect a thorough and transparent review of exactly what transpired.”

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Gillibrand, Colleagues File Amicus Brief In Lawsuit Against Trump’s Department Of Housing And Urban Development For Attacking Fair Housing Program

Filed amicus brief supporting fair housing enforcement funding against HUD restrictions.

“Fair housing organizations work every day to protect New Yorkers from discrimination when they rent or buy a home”

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Gillibrand, Colleagues Reintroduce Legislation To Increase Access To Life-Saving Breast And Gynecological Cancer Screenings

Reintroduced bill to expand breast and gynecological cancer screenings at safety net providers.

“Millions of women in the U.S. do not have access to preventative screenings that could catch deadly illnesses early and save their lives. That is a national tragedy that demands action”

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Gillibrand, Colleagues Introduce Bicameral Legislation To Depoliticize Military Promotions

Introduced bill to protect military officers from arbitrary removal from promotion consideration.

“Officers who have earned a promotion deserve to be judged on their qualifications and nothing else”

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Gillibrand Slams Trump’s Costly $1.8 Billion Vanity Projects, Misplaced Priorities

Criticized Trump's $1.8 billion in vanity projects as wasteful spending.

“President Trump Is More Focused On Self-Serving Vanity Projects Than Lowering Costs”

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Watch: Gillibrand Demands “Enabler” Hegseth Resign After Dismissing USS Lincoln Suicide Attempts, Politically Motivated Firings

Called for Defense Secretary Hegseth's resignation over USS Lincoln suicide attempts and military personnel cuts.

“This Is A Secretary Of Defense Who Does Not Know How To Lead Our Country Productively To Keep Americans Safer.”

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Gillibrand Introduces Bill To Protect Americans’ Data From Big Tech And AI Companies

Introduced legislation to create independent federal agency protecting Americans' data from tech and AI companies.

“As AI continues to evolve, it is more important than ever that we take action to crack down on tech companies that misuse Americans’ data”

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Gillibrand Statement On Republicans Blocking Her Bill To Repeal And Refund Trump’s Cost-Increasing Tariffs

Criticized Republicans for blocking her bill to repeal Trump's tariffs and refund costs to families.

“When Americans go to the grocery store, the gas station, or their local small business, they are paying more because of Trump’s tariffs”

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Gillibrand Calls Allegations In Cornell Rape Case “Serious And Horrific” On NPR’s All Things Considered

Called Cornell University fraternity rape case allegations serious and horrific, urged Senate action on campus safety.

“Congress must act and take up my bipartisan Campus Accountability and Safety Act (CASA) with Senator Chuck Grassley to hold campuses accountable, create a fair process for students, and ensure victims have access to a dedicated advocate to assist in navigating the adjudication process.”

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Gillibrand Statement On New Report That Impending Social Security Benefit Cuts Will Be Deeper Than Predicted

Criticized Trump administration for jeopardizing Social Security and pushed her expansion bill.

“Americans who have worked hard their entire lives deserve every dollar of Social Security they were promised. But due to Trump administration and Republican inaction, their benefits are on track to be slashed by 26% in just six years”

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Gillibrand Statement On Congress’ Passage Of Her Bill To End Production Of The Penny And Save Taxpayers Money

Celebrated Congress passage of her Common Cents Act to end penny production and save taxpayer money.

“Halting production of the penny just makes sense. It currently costs the U.S. Mint nearly four cents to produce a single penny – a massive waste of taxpayer dollars. By suspending the penny’s production, we can cut back on costs, streamline transactions, and move toward a more practical financial system.”

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Gillibrand, Schumer Pass Legislation To Cement Saratoga Battlefield’s Legacy

Passed bipartisan legislation to redesignate Saratoga National Historical Park as Saratoga National Battlefield Park.

“Saratoga Battlefield is a source of pride for the Capital Region and a symbol of the patriotism, sacrifice, and resilience that built our country”

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Gillibrand, Colleagues Press Commissioner Bisignano On Mismanagement, Mistreatment Of Workers At Social Security Administration, IRS

Sent letter to SSA and IRS leaders opposing cuts to employee paid leave benefits.

“The Trump administration has starved the Social Security Administration and the IRS of the resources they need to provide critical services to millions of Americans”

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