Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
\nOn April 5, 2012 Schumer attended the grand opening of the new BAE facility in the Village of Endicott, Broome County. In an effort to make sure BAE could recover from the flood and remain local Schumer personally spoke with Defense Secretary Panetta, Air Force Secretary Donley, FEMA Administrator Fugate, and top BAE officials. After repeated calls and meetings, the Air Force committed to helping to pay for a significant portion of the costs associated with closing down the damaged facility, paving the way for BAE to officially sign a lease agreement to remain in Endicott.