Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
\nOn January 13, 2011, Schumer presented a long overdue Purple Heart to Chester Lubeck, a Blauvelt resident and World War II veteran. More than sixty years ago Mr. Lubeck was injured while being held as a POW, Schumer was finally able to cut through the red tape and get him the recognition he deserved. Schumer was joined by Rockland County Veteran Services Agency Chief Jerry Donnellan and numerous other local officials. For further information on Chuck Schumer please visit: www.schumer.senate.gov