Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
On July 24, 2014, Schumer announced a federal grant to improve the airport's infrastructure, aimed to keep the airport and planes serviceable during periods of snow. \"It is never too early to start planning for winter, when our airports need the right snow removal equipment to keep their runways safe and clear for takeoff,\" Schumer said. \"Removing snow from airport runways safely and efficiently so flights can continue to operate on time is important for travelers, for Westchester County Airport, and for our economy overall.\"