Sen. Charles Schumer is calling on the manufacturers of smart televisions and other devices connected to the Internet to help protect consumers from hackers. The New York Democrat says many TVs, baby monitors and other technology with built-in cameras and …
New York Sen. Charles Schumer is calling on federal regulators to set guidelines to protect consumers as car companies collect personal information through “smart car” technology and sell it to third parties. Schumer announced Sunday that he’s asking the Federal …
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency to review rules that resulted in insurance coverage denials for some Superstorm Sandy victims. Gillibrand’s letter this week came after reports that the National Flood Insurance Program is …
A New York senator wants more protections for the colorful, tightly wrapped “pods” of gel laundry and dishwashing detergent that children may think is candy. U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer notes the increasingly popular single-use, gel packages of detergent can be …
New York Senator Charles Schumer says the bipartisan farm bill being considered in the Senate would bring a major boost to fruit and vegetable farmers who have suffered from flooding and devastating frosts. He says grant programs and changes to …
A New York senator says loose debris flying from uncovered freight trains is raising safety concerns on Long Island. Sen. Charles Schumer is joining Mineola residents in calling for an investigation into the issue. Schumer wants the Federal Railroad Administration …