Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
On January 18, 2011, Schumer announced that he is urging president Obama to call on Chinese President Hu Jintao to end unfair Chinese trade practices involving the exports of rare earth elements. These elements are integral in the production of polished glass, batteries, magnets, military systems, laser-guided weapons, and night vision goggles. Schumer made the announcement at the Innovation Center in Buffalo where Ceno Technologies will soon be housed. Ceno Technologies relies heavily on research utilizing rare earth elements.