Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
On June 1, 2010, Schumer announced he's pushing legislation to foster research and development of in-car technology to fight drunk driving. This legislation will fund a partnership between anti-drunk driving advocates, large car companies and the federal government to design devices that prevent intoxicated people from getting behind the wheel. Schumer was joined by Monroe County's DWI prosecutor, RPD Chief David Moore, and former Sheriff's Deputy William Heitz who was hit by a drunk driver.