Dec 2, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my strong support for the FY17 NDAA conference report. I want to first thank Chairman Thornberry for his dedication and continuous support for our troops and for his leadership during the conference…
Elise Stefanik
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Elise Marie Stefanik is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 21st congressional district since January 6, 2015. A member of the Republican Party, she has held various leadership roles within the party, including serving as the House Republican Conference Chair. Stefanik is known for her advocacy on issues such as economic growth, national security, and education reform. She has been a prominent voice in Congress, particularly on matters affecting her constituents in upstate New York.
Congressional Record · 2016-12-02
Sep 21, 2016
Mr. Speaker, do you like apples? Because I rise today to speak about that great time of year when days grow crisp and leaves start to change, apple season. Agriculture is the backbone of our economy in the North Country, and New York State…
Sep 20, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable man from my district who dedicated his life to serving our country. Charles Evans Hughes was born in Glens Falls, New York, where his first home still stands on Center Street. Mr. Hughes…
Sep 15, 2016
Mr. Speaker, first, I want to thank my HASC colleague and friend, Jackie Walorski, for all of her efforts to prevent the transfer of terrorists from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and introducing H.R. 5351, of which I am a proud cosponsor. I stand…
Sep 14, 2016
Mr. Speaker, in my district, industries ranging from manufacturing to renewable energy production to mineral production regularly tell me about the need for a trained and qualified workforce. When I visit with students and families across…
Jul 13, 2016
Madam Speaker, despite the Internet being an integral part of modern American life, there are still many rural farmers across our Nation who do not have access to this essential tool. The Internet has the power to revolutionize the…
Jul 6, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to support our military families. Beside our Nation's brave servicemembers are strong families that remain resilient through countless relocations and deployments. Military spouses wear their own patches of…
May 25, 2016
Mr. Speaker, my district is home to many ecological wonders, from the mighty Adirondacks to the Saint Lawrence River. The environment is truly our lifeblood in the North Country. Sadly, invasive species threaten the health and beauty of…
May 23, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise today regarding H.R. 3989, the Support Our Military Caregivers Act. After working with a constituent who was having trouble with the bureaucratic Military Caregiver system at the VA, I was proud to introduce this…
May 18, 2016
Mr. Chair, I stand today opposed to this amendment, as the representative of Fort Drum, an Army post that is 100 percent energy-independent and self-sustainable, relying solely on biomass energy. Unfortunately, this amendment would impede…
May 17, 2016
Mr. Speaker, in my district in the North Country of New York, brave law enforcement officers dedicate their careers and risk their lives each and every day to keep our communities safe. We are grateful for the outstanding service from men…
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