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Schumer, Gillibrand talk about toxic pit bill

Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand on Sunday said there will be a new Senate floor vote this week on legislation aimed at aiding veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, days after Republicans delayed final passage of the bill, citing technical concerns over how the measure is funded. Credit: Newsday/James Carbone

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