Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
\nOn May 12, 2008, Sen. Schumer, along with Gov. David Paterson and local officials announced a new NYS DOT policy to keep large commercial trucks from using local roads through towns in the Finger Lakes region to avoid tolls. Many garbage trucks and other commercial vehicles use these routes, and for years residents have voiced concerns over noise, fumes and safety.