Elise Stefanik
Health-care access for all of North Country
My constituents in the North Country are increasingly concerned about the cost of health care – and with good reason. Read more
Mueller investigation complete — let’s look to preventing Russian interference in election
Now that Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation is complete and his report has been released to Congress and the American public, policy makers on both sides of the aisle have an opportunity to come together and take actionable steps to... Read more
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Helping veteran resume everyday life
Before the festive holiday season last year, Don Romaca’s wife was met with a confounding notification in her mailbox: the Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) sent her a condolence letter in the mail for the death of her husband... Read more
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Fighting back against the opioid epidemic
In 2016, over 3,600 New Yorkers died of an opioid overdose. Read more
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Working across the aisle to tackle prescription drug costs
As I continue to meet with constituents across the district, healthcare issues such as cost, quality, and access continue to be of significant concern. Read more
Congress must renew funding for vital environmental programs
Despite snow blanketing the North Country in March, spring is near and many of us here in New York are preparing for the return of migratory birds... Read more
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A year of results for the North Country
This year, we worked together on many important initiatives to help grow the North Country economy, help our veterans and military families, strengthen our local healthcare system and improve education. Read more
Making higher education more affordable for North Country students
“As the first member of my immediate family to graduate from college, I know how important higher education is to the future of our students, and of our nation” Read more
My First 100 Days
As your proud Representative, I wanted to give you an update on my work in the first 100 days of this session of Congress. Read more
Working on behalf of North Country seniors
When I ran for Congress, I pledged to be a strong voice on behalf of seniors in our district and to advocate for policies on your behalf. Read more
‘Keeping my promises’
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two years ago, when I ran for Congress, I promised to bring new ideas and a new generation of leadership to Washington on behalf of the North Country. Read more
Guest Viewpoint: Protecting our North Country treasures
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Here in the North Country, we are grateful for the natural treasures that surround us. Read more
One year in
“Now that we are a year into office, I wanted to give families across the North Country a report on the significant legislative progress we have made this year,” writes Congresswoman Stefanik Read more
A Government Shutdown Must Be Avoided
The deadline on a funding bill is approaching soon. However, Congress and the President have yet to agree on a funding approach to keep the government from shutting down on September 30. Read more
21st Century Cures Act is a Bold Plan to Advance New Medical Treatments
Whether a child caring for an elderly parent, a spouse receiving disheartening news about the health of their loved one or a parent tearfully listening to devastating news about their child's diagnosis, every family in our district has faced health challenges. Read more
Letter from your Congresswoman: 100 day report
When I ran for Congress, I pledged to work my hardest on behalf of New York’s 21st District in Washington. Now that I am 100 days into office, I am happy to report that we have hit the ground running on your behalf. Read more
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Slideshow: Lewis Veterans Park Dedication Ceremony
LEWIS | More than 200 residents attended the dedication last Saturday, Oct. 5, of Lewis Veterans Park, where names of military sons and daughters of Lewis are raised in bronze on plaques to honor their service in combat and in times of peace. Read more
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Lewis Town Council considers request for ‘Mount Inez’
LEWIS | On Sept. 10, the Lewis Town Council will consider filing an official request to rename Mount Discovery as Mount Inez. Read more
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Author, environmentalist arrested after rally
GLENS FALLS | Internationally renowned environmental author and climate-change activist Bill McKibben spent a few hours shackled to a steel bench in Glens Falls Police station’s basement holding cell as the result of a sit-in protest Aug. 8... Read more
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Gun background check legislation being thwarted
Ninety-two percent of gun owners, and practically all Americans, support universal background checks on the sale of firearms. Read more
Health-care access for all of North Country
My constituents in the North Country are increasingly concerned about the cost of health care – and with good reason. Read more
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Congresswoman tours local farms
CHAZY | Congresswoman for the 21st District, Elise Stefanik, made a tour of the North Country recently. One of the places she visited and toured was Giroux poultry farm in Chazy on Aug. 2. The visit was made after stopping at the Giroux apple farm. Read more
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Local officials hail $500k grant towards new sewer plant, but call for more help
LAKE GEORGE | Local municipal officials and leaders of environmental organizations expressed appreciation to U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik last week for her help in lining up a $500,000 grant to pay toward construction of the village’s new sewer plant... Read more
More funds set for Lake George sewer plant
LAKE GEORGE | Lake George village’s indebtedness for the pending construction of a new $24 million sewer plant is to be reduced by 2.9 percent, after a new joint federal/state grant announced last week is factored into the plant’s financing. Read more
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Stefanik talks immigration, education, re-election
WASHINGTON, D.C. | As the recent legislative session was winding down in Washington, D.C., Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-Willsboro) sat in her office on a Thursday afternoon rearranging her schedule. Read more
Health committee meets about proposals
PLATTSBURGH | Director of Community Services Richelle Gregory came to the recent Clinton County Health Committee meeting to discuss the needs of local mental health and addiction services... Read more
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Trump undercutting role of Congress
At a time when the concept of “fake media” and media bias has become so rampant, I would like to suggest to Mr. Alexander that he take a lesson from media sources like NPR and PBS which bend over backward to present the news as evenhandedly as... Read more
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Law Enforcement Weekend in Lake George to feature new public events
LAKE GEORGE | This weekend, dozens of police and other law officers will be enjoying camaraderie and relaxation as the third annual Law Enforcement Officers Weekend is held in Lake George Village. Read more
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Hudson Headwaters opens in Plattsburgh
PLATTSBURGH | Plattsburgh’s Hudson Headwaters Family Health Center hosted its grand opening ceremony June 5. Read more
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Plattsburgh welcomes NAmTrans supporters
PLATTSBURGH | The North American Center of Excellence for Transportation Equipment (NAmTrans) recently hosted the Quebec-New York Aerospace/Transportation Equipment Rendezvous at the North Country Chamber of Commerce. Read more
Mueller investigation complete — let’s look to preventing Russian interference in election
Now that Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation is complete and his report has been released to Congress and the American public, policy makers on both sides of the aisle have an opportunity to come together and take actionable steps to... Read more
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Officials welcome end of steel, aluminum tariffs
PLATTSBURGH | The lifting of import taxes on Canadian and Mexican steel and aluminum brought relief from several local and regional representatives. Read more
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Stefanik not being transparent in government
Last year, at the town hall meeting with Congresswoman Stefanik in Moriah, I expressed my concern that the congressional branch of our government was not fulfilling its role of oversight of the executive branch. Read more
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Adirondack Garden Club visits Washington, D.C.
ELIZABETHTOWN | The Garden Club of America (GCA), founded in 1913, is a volunteer nonprofit organization comprised of 200 clubs and approximately 18,000 members throughout the country. Read more
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Town water project progresses
PLATTSBURGH | The Town of Plattsburgh is making progress on a $24 million overhaul of its water and wastewater infrastructure. Read more
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Helping veteran resume everyday life
Before the festive holiday season last year, Don Romaca’s wife was met with a confounding notification in her mailbox: the Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) sent her a condolence letter in the mail for the death of her husband... Read more
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President Trump appearing with Rep. Elise Stefanik
President Trump, appearing with Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-Willsboro) at Fort Drum on Monday, called the John McCain National Defense Authorization Act the “most significant investment in our military and our warfighters in modern history.”
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Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-21st-Willsboro) received the unanimous endorsement of all 12 GOP committees in the district on Friday, March 18.
