Senator Clinton Meets with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown - April 17, 2008

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton today met with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown to discuss a wide range of international issues concerning the Anglo-American relationship. Senator Clinton and the Prime Minister discussed matters of mutual concern including the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, China, global climate change and the international economy. READ MORE >

Clinton Joins Former Buffalo Bills Quarterback Jim Kelley to Call for Final Passage of Legislation to Improve Newborn Screening - April 8, 2008

Senator Clinton joined with former Buffalo Bills Quarterback Jim Kelly and officials from the March of Dimes and the Save Babies Through Screening Foundation to urge final passage of the Newborn Screening Saves Lives Act, which would create the Hunter Kelly Research Program at the National Institutes of Health. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Meets with Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd - March 31, 2008

Senator Clinton met with Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd today to discuss U.S.-Australian relations and their shared commitment to sustaining and promoting the historic friendship between the two nations. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Meets with Ireland's Taoiseach Ahern Today in Washington - March 17, 2008

Senator Clinton met with Ireland's Taoiseach Bertie Ahern in Washington to discuss the progress of Ireland's peace process and other issues facing Ireland and the Irish-American Community. Senator Clinton and Taoiseach Ahern have met together every year on or around St. Patrick's Day since 2002 to renew their dialogue on Irish-American relations. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Hosts New York Farm Day - September 18, 2007

New York's award-winning wines, farm-fresh products, and fine restaurants traveled to the nation's Capitol to tastefully show Congress, the Administration, and others that New York is a major agricultural state, and agriculture is a major part of the state's economy. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, hosted "New York Farm Day" in the elegant Senate Russell Caucus Room at the crest of Capitol Hill. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Joins with 9/11 Responders, Workers and Others to Call for the Federal Government to Cover Long-Term Medical Monitoring and Treatment - September 8, 2007

Senator Clinton joined Members of Congress, labor leaders and 9/11 workers at a rally to continue to call for the federal government to cover the long-term medical monitoring and treatment needs of all those who are suffering from the health effects of the September 11th attacks. READ MORE >

Governor Spitzer and Senator Clinton Call on President Bush to Reverse Federal Policy Denying Health Care Coverage to Thousands of Uninsured Children - August 30, 2007

Governor Eliot Spitzer and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton called on President George W. Bush to remove burdensome rules instituted by his administration to deny approximately 60,000 New York children health care. They were joined by the families of children at risk of losing the health care they are set to receive through the state Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) on September 1 unless the President acts to reverse this new policy. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Joins Binghamton Officials, Nursing Students and Faculty to Highlight the Need for Legislation to Combat the Severe Nursing Shortage Facing Our Nation - July 16, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton visited the Decker School of Nursing and joined Binghamton University President Lois B. DeFleur, Dean of the Decker School of Nursing Joyce Ferrario, faculty members, students and others to discuss the nursing shortage facing many communities across New York State. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Visits Central New York Farmers, Producers and Community Officials to Highlight Efforts to Spur Rural Economic Development and to Discuss the Needs of Local Farmers and Rural Communities in the Upcoming Farm Bill - July 16, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton today visited the Big Flats farmer's market and joined New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker, local farmers and growers and community officials to discuss the upcoming Farm Bill and the importance of supporting programs that restore the promise of rural and small town America. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton is Guest of Honor at Marine Corps Sunset Parade - June 19, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton was the guest of honor at the Marine Corps "Sunset Parade" held at the Iwo Jima Marine Corps War Memorial. A one hour performance, the "Sunset Parade" featured the music of "The Commandant's Own", The United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and precision drill by the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Calls for Passage of Employee Free Choice Act - June 19, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton joined thousands of workers in calling for passage of the Employee Free Choice Act. The bill, cosponsored by Senator Clinton, will strengthen workers' right to organize. "This is about giving people choices and protecting workers' fundamental rights," said Senator Clinton. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Joins Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy, Deputy Police Chief George Markert, Monroe County D.A. Mike Green and Others to Discuss Local and Federal Initiatives to Combat Violence and Crime - June 18, 2007

"Local leaders and law enforcement are taking innovative, energetic, active steps to combat crime and they deserve a national response that helps them as they keep work to their communities safe," Senator Clinton said. "I am committed to doing whatever I can to ensure that Rochester and Monroe County law enforcement have the resources, tools, and policies they need to do their jobs and keep our neighborhoods safe for everyone." READ MORE >

Senator Clinton, Mayor Byron Brown, UB, Re-Tree WNY and American Forests Hold Tree Planting Ceremony and Highlight Critical Need for Alternative Energy as Part of Western New York's Economic Future - June 18, 2007

At a ceremony at City Honors School, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton joined with Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown and representatives from the University at Buffalo, Re-Tree WNY, American Forests, International Paper/XpedX, Davey Tree and others to hold a planting ceremony for two historic trees - one from the estate of Eleanor Roosevelt and the other will be a tree from the estate of Franklin Delano Roosevelt - that were donated as part of a commitment to replacing the trees that were lost in last year's early snowstorm. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Attends the Town of New Castle Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony - May 28, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton attended the Town of New Castle Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony. Following the ceremony, she marched in the Memorial Day Parade to Memorial Circle at the Chappaqua Railroad Station. At the Memorial Circle a ceremony was held to unveil the inscription of SSgt. Kyu Chay on the War Memorial. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Meets with Dr. Muhammad Yunus in Washington, DC - May 16, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton met with Nobel Peace Prize Recipient Dr. Muhammad Yunus to congratulate him again on winning the Peace Prize and to welcome him to the nation's capital. During their meeting, Senator Clinton and Dr. Yunus discussed the launch of Grameen America, a U.S.-based microcredit program built upon the principles pioneered by Dr. Yunus, which will be headquartered in New York. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton, Representative Murphy Introduce New GI Bill for the 21st Century - May 16, 2007

Standing with leaders from veterans service organizations, education, and housing, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) and Patrick Murphy (D-PA), former U.S. Army Captain and Iraq war veteran, today announced that they have introduced legislation in both chambers of Congress to enact a new GI Bill for the 21st Century. READ MORE >

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton Meets with Haitian President Rene Preval in Washington, DC - May 10, 2007

Senator Clinton Meets with Holocaust Survivors in Washington, D.C. - May 3, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton met with a group of forty Holocaust survivors from the New York Association of Holocaust Survivors in Washington DC. The members of the Association were in the Nation's Capital to visit the Holocaust Museum among other events. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Marks Equal Pay Day with Call to Investigate Gender Gap in Federal Employment - April 24, 2007

Senators Harkin and Clinton joined key national women's organizations on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol to rally in support of equal pay for women. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Continues Fight for Our Troops & Veterans - April 10, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, kicked off a week of continued focus on issues affecting our men and women in uniform. Visiting Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers in Syracuse and Canandaigua, NY, and then visit Ft. Drum, home of the Army's 10th Mountain Division, the Senator highlighted the need to provide support to our troops and their families. READ MORE >

Clinton, Specter, Moran and Shays Call for Creation of United States Public Service Academy - March 22, 2007

Senators Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) and Arlen Specter (R-PA) and Representatives James Moran (D-VA) and Chris Shays (R-CT) today joined with public service leaders, educators and students to call for the creation of a U.S. Public Service Academy. The U.S. Public Service Academy Act (The PSA Act) will establish an undergraduate academy designed to cultivate a new generation of young leaders dedicated to public service. READ MORE >

Senators Kennedy, Clinton Hold First Senate Hearing on 9/11 Health Problems - March 21, 2007

Senator Edward M. Kennedy, Chairman of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton chaired a hearing of the HELP Committee into 9/11 health effects and their continuing legacy for untold numbers of New Yorkers and others. The hearing was the first Senate hearing on the urgent health needs affecting thousands in the wake of 9/11. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Announces Initiative to Address Growing Crisis Facing Subprime Mortgage Holders - March 15, 2007

In an address to the National Community Reinvestment Coalition, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton announced an initiative to address the growing crisis facing those holding subprime mortgages. Underscoring the need to make the rules clear and level the playing field for homebuyers, Senator Clinton outlined a plan to break down barriers to owning a home and build up protections against unfair and unscrupulous lending practices. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Meets with Taoiseach Ahern in Washington, DC - March 15, 2007

During their meeting on Capitol Hill, Taoiseach Ahern and Senator Clinton discussed a wide array of issues focusing on the Irish elections, the peace talks and the future of Northern Ireland. READ MORE >

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton Meets Chinese AIDS Activist Dr. Gao Yaojie - March 14, 2007

Senator Clinton met with Dr. Gao Yaojie, a retired physician and AIDS activist from Henan Province in China. Dr. Gao was in Washington, DC to accept an award from the Vital Voices Global Partnership. Senator Clinton, an Honorary Co-Chair of Vital Voices, was instrumental in persuading the Chinese government to allow Dr. Gao to travel to the United States and receive this award. READ MORE >

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton Welcomes Honor from Irish America Magazine - March 12, 2007

At a ceremony in New York City, Senator Clinton was named "Person of the Year" at the Twenty-Second Annual "Top 100" Awards Ceremony where one hundred of the nation's top Irish-Americans were honored for their outstanding achievements and their commitment to their Irish heritage. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Joins with Grandparents and Other Caregivers to Call for Better Support for Kinship Caregivers - March 12, 2007

In a visit to the GrandParent Family Apartments, the first apartments in the nation built from the ground up for grandparents raising grandchildren, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton joined with families and advocates to underscore the urgent need to support the growing numbers of grandparents and other relative caregivers raising children. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Outlines Plan to Create Strategic Energy Fund to Invest in Clean Energy Technology - February 27, 2007

In remarks to the Apollo Alliance, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton called for a Strategic Energy Fund to jumpstart research and investment in clean energy technologies to promote job growth, energy independence and a cleaner environment. Senator Clinton announced that she is reintroducing legislation to help achieve these goals. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Hosts 7th Annual African American Heritage Celebration - February 25, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton hosted her 7th Annual African American Heritage Celebration at District Council 37 to honor New York African American leaders. Senator Clinton today paid tribute to the leadership and achievement of six distinguished African Americans, including Lillian Roberts, Executive Director of District Council 37 and Ernie Davis, Mayor of the City of Mount Vernon. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton, Rep. Jackson Lee Celebrate Enactment of Law to Honor Sojourner Truth - February 15, 2007

Senators Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) and Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) held a celebration of the enactment of legislation they sponsored and the President signed into law requiring that a statue of Sojourner Truth be placed permanently in the United States Capitol to honor her contribution to our nation's history. READ MORE >

Waxman, Schumer, and Clinton Unveil Bill to Create Clear Pathway for Generic Biologic Drugs - February 14, 2007

Rep. Henry A. Waxman, Sen. Charles E. Schumer, and Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, along with Rep. Jo Ann Emerson and Rep. Frank Pallone, introduced the "Access to Life-Saving Medicine Act," which will give Food and Drug Administration (FDA) the express legal authority to approve safe, lower cost copies of biotech drugs, also known as biologics or biopharmaceuticals. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Awarded National Service Lifetime Leadership Award - February 13, 2007

"I am humbled to receive this recognition and proud to champion those who have answered the call to service. We face big challenges as a nation that will require active leadership but also active citizenry. I have no doubt that Americans are ready, willing, and able to answer the call and I will continue to do all I can to encourage and support public service," said Senator Clinton. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Joins with Palestinian Media Watch to Release New Report on Continuing Anti-Israel Bias in Palestinian Textbooks - February 9, 2007

"I believe that education is one of the keys to lasting peace in the Middle East and for this reason I am very concerned with these findings. Ever since we first raised this issue some years ago there still has not been an adequate repudiation of incitement by the Palestinian Authority. It is even more disturbing that the problem appears to have gotten worse. These textbooks don't give Palestinian children an education, they give them an indoctrination," Senator Clinton said. READ MORE >

Senators Schumer and Clinton Protest the Impact of the President's FY 2008 Budget on New Yorkers - February 5, 2007

Senators Charles Schumer and Hillary Rodham Clinton joined with doctors, patients and advocates at Bellevue Hospital Center to discuss the President's Fiscal Year 2008 budget and its anticipated impact on New Yorkers. Early reports indicated that the President's proposed budget will cut more than $70 billion from Medicare and Medicaid, a move which both Senators vehemently oppose. READ MORE >

Senators, Reps. and Responders Call for More 9/11 Health Funds in President's Budget - January 22, 2007

Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY), Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY), Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (D-Manhattan, Queens), Congressman Vito Fossella (R-Staten Island, Brooklyn) and Congressman Jerrold Nadler (D-Manhattan, Brooklyn) gathered at Ground Zero with a group of 9/11 responders, family members and others who will be attending the State of the Union Address. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Announces Legislation to Make Health Insurance Available to All Children - January 21, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton was joined by leading New York City health care advocates and elected officials in announcing legislation to expand the State Children's Health Insurance Program (S-CHIP) making quality, affordable health care available to every child in New York and throughout the country. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Visits Iraq and Afghanistan - January 13-14, 2007

Senators Evan Bayh and Hillary Rodham Clinton, and Congressman John M. McHugh, traveled as a Congressional Delegation (CODEL) to Iraq and Afghanistan, meeting with U.S. troops and commanders, as well as Iraqi and Afghan leaders. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Sworn in to Second Senate Term - January 4, 2007

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton was sworn in January 4, marking the start of her second term as New York Senator and the beginning of the 110th Congress. "As we begin a new session of Congress, I am honored to have the opportunity to serve the people of New York and deeply optimistic that we can make progress on important priorities for our state and nation," said Senator Clinton. READ MORE >

Senators Hillary Rodham Clinton and Joe Lieberman Join ESRB to Launch Nationwide Video Game Ratings TV PSA Campaign - December 7, 2006

"We all share in the responsibility of making sure our children play age-appropriate video games, and I'm pleased that the ESRB and retailers are working together to educate parents about the video game ratings and make sure they are enforced," said Senator Clinton. "As we enter the holiday shopping season, it is important that parents have the information they need to make informed choices that are right for their families." READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Join Leaders and Activists to Celebrate State Minimum Wage Wins and Fight for Federal Increase - November 16, 2006

"American voters have made a statement at the polls: working families struggling to make ends meet deserve better. After 10 long years since Congress increased the minimum wage, the new Democratic led Congress will soon deliver on its promise to the American people," Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton said. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Celebrates the Opening of the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New Windsor, NY - November 10, 2006

Senator Clinton, who championed the creation of the Purple Heart Postage Stamp and has sponsored Senate-passed resolutions supporting the goals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day, is supporting legislation in the Senate to recognize and support the efforts of the State of New York to develop the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Keynotes "Turning Green into Growth" Forum in Rochester, NY - October 30, 2006

"This forum is about building a 'green' Rochester and harnessing the region's strengths to make it a leader in clean energy research and development," Senator Clinton said. "Alternative energy holds tremendous economic potential, and by focusing on 'green' technology, Rochester can be at the forefront of the alternative energy push in more ways than one." READ MORE >

Senator Clinton, Long Island Parents, Child Safety Advocates Highlight Need to Improve Vehicle Safety - September 6, 2006

"It is our moral responsibility to our children to make our cars safer for them and to protect them from these deadly accidents. That is why we have bipartisan support for our legislation to give drivers a warning and give those kids a chance," said Senator Clinton. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton, Healthcare Advocates Join in Calling for a Decision on Plan B - August 7, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton joined with healthcare advocates and representatives from Planned Parenthood, NARAL Pro-Choice New York and Family Planning Advocates of New York State at a press conference to call on Acting FDA Commissioner Andrew von Eschenbach to stop the continual delaying tactics and make a decision on Plan B. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Meets with Family of Abducted Israeli Soldier - August 3, 2006

Senator Clinton meets with Karnit Goldwasser, wife of Ehud Goldwasser, one of the Israeli soldiers abducted by Hezbollah. Shlomo Goldwasser, Udi Goldwasser's father and Daniela Avni, Karnit Goldwasser's mother also attended. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Calls for Rural Renaissance to Restore the Promise and Prosperity of Main Streets and Rural Communities - July 31, 2006

In a major address on the challenges facing rural communities, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton today called for new investments and strategies to restore the promise and prosperity of Main Streets and rural communities. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton and Rep. Israel Hold Joint Military Forum - July 22, 2006

During the forum, Clinton and Israel called for passage of the "Heroes at Home" initiative which would enhance support services for U.S. troops transitioning back home from Iraq and Afghanistan. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Convenes Long Island Forum to Focus Attention on the Crisis in Health Care - June 19, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton joined with Long Island Business News to convene a panel of business, community and health care experts from throughout Long Island to take part in a health care forum in Woodbury. The forum was the third in the series Taking Action on Health Care and attracted numerous local stakeholders to discuss some of the major issues affecting the health care system, including affordability, quality and access. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Calls for New Privacy Bill of Rights to Protect Americans' Personal Information - June 16, 2006

In a major policy address on the challenges of privacy in our increasingly data driven world, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton called for a comprehensive privacy agenda: a Privacy Bill of Rights that secures the interests of consumers; stronger, better enforced protection for medical privacy and a new national security consensus setting out clear rules to allow the government to use new intelligence techniques and make sure the public knows its rights and limits. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Receives the Outstanding Public Service Award from the National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association - June 13, 2006

Senator Clinton and Representative Nita Lowey have introduced a resolution in both Houses of Congress that does not cost a penny and allows members of Congress to declare their public support for programs and policies that make it easier for all women at all income levels to obtain contraceptives and use them consistently and correctly over time. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Marches in 2006 National Puerto Rican Day Parade in New York City - May 26, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton marched up New York City's 5th Avenue along with New York City Council members and other elected officials as part of the 2006 National Puerto Rican Day Parade.

Senator Clinton Honored with National Appreciation Award by the Gold Star Wives of America - May 26, 2006

At the Gold Star Wives' inaugural Congressional Reception, Senator Clinton received an award for her outstanding leadership and tireless efforts to secure legislation that would allow widowed military spouses who chose to remarry after age 57 to continue receiving survivor benefits. READ MORE >

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton Announces Legislation to Create "Strategic Energy Fund" to Invest in Clean Energy Technology - May 23, 2006

At a speech at the National Press Club, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton called for a "Strategic Energy Fund" to jumpstart research and investment in clean energy technologies, and to help America reach the goal of reducing oil imports by 50 percent by 2025. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton and Congresswoman Lowey Announce Congressional Resolution to Strengthen Family Planning Services for Women - May 15, 2006

To kick off of Women's Health Week, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and Congresswoman Nita Lowey announced that they will introduce a Congressional resolution in support of strengthening family planning services. READ MORE >

Commencement Address at CW Post - Long Island University - May 14, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton delivered the commencement address at the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University. READ MORE >

Commencement Address at Buffalo State College - May 6, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton delivered the undergraduate commencement address at Buffalo State College. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Honors the Reeves at 'Working 2 Walk' Rally - May 2, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton addresses a rally for disability rights advocates seeking to pass the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Act (CRPA), increase funding for medical research, and allow for federal funding of stem cell research. WATCH THE VIDEO >

Senator Clinton Highlights Need for Kinship Care Legislation - April 25, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton joined with advocates and caregivers, including a grandparent from the South Bronx who is currently raising her grandchild, to highlight the need for federal action that would provide real assistance to help these families. READ MORE >

Senator Clinton Pays Tribute To Surviving Military Families - April 25, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton addressed members and supports of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) at its annual "Honor Guard" luncheon. Senator Clinton, who is the 2006 TAPS Honorary Chairman, praised the work of the organization, which every year provides comfort and care to hundreds of American families who face the tragedy of the death of a loved one serving in the Armed Forces. READ MORE >

Remarks to the Economic Club of Chicago - April 11, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton delivered a major address on the economy at the Economic Club of Chicago's 78th Annual Dinner Meeting. READ MORE >

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Senator Clinton Addresses the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - April 5, 2006

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton delivers remarks to the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's (USHCC) 16th Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. The USHCC represents more than two million Hispanic-owned businesses, serves as the umbrella organization for more than 215 local Hispanic chambers nationwide and actively promotes the economic growth and development of Hispanic entrepreneurs.

Hagel-Clinton Lung Cancer Resolution Introduced - March 28, 2006

Senator Chuck Hagel and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton introduced a resolution calling on the President to declare lung cancer a national public health priority. READ MORE >

Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station Visit - February 17, 2006

Senator Clinton and General T. Michael Moseley, the Air Force Chief of Staff, visit the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.  General Moseley visited the base at the invitation of Senator Clinton.

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