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North Country Chamber awarded $500K for workforce development

Funding included in FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill passed by Congress Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Jan. 6 Report Released

The House Jan. 6 Committee released the full version of its final report last night as the curtain closes on the committee’s 18-month investigation. The release comes after the panel voted to refer criminal charges against former President Donald Trump to the Justice Department Monday for his alleged role in the day’s events. The referrals are not binding and carry […]

Program helps many low income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices.

Click here to learn about the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program 

Stefanik votes with House Democrats on gay marriage measure

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U.S. Congress passes landmark bill protecting same-sex marriage

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House votes to impose agreement to block rail strike

The House added seven days of paid sick leave to the agreement, which currently calls for only one. Just three Republicans voted in favor of the added paid leave. The two bills now head to the Senate. Click here for the ABC News story 

Stefanik asks Amtrak for firm return-to-service date

“Spring 2023” too vague, says Stefanik Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Congresswoman Stefanik objects to USDA’s milk reduction proposal; howver, USDA has a response

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik opposes on the Biden’s Administration’s released proposed rule that would reduce the amount of milk available to WIC families; however, USDA issued a reason for its action. “Let our New York families drink milk,” Stefanik said. “The Biden Administration’s proposal to restrict the amount of milk available to WIC […]

Rep. Elise Stefanik reelected as GOP conference chair in House

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Elise Stefanik endorses Trump for president in 2024 as other Republicans decline

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Peru VFW Post 309 honors our nation’s veterans

November 11, 2022 – Peru Memorial VFW Post 309 conducted its Veterans Day Service today at 11 a.m. Peru Girl Scout Service Unit members began the service by posting the Colors. Post-Commander Tom Boisseau led the service and Post Chaplain David Gordon led the prayers. The VFW Post 309 Auxiliary served a light lunch.

Upstate vs. Downstate: The 2 different NY governor races plus 7 more Election 2022 takeaways

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Stefanik cruises to re-election

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NY-21 debate becomes Castelli interview

Stefanik, the no-show!  Click here for the Press-Republican story 

Here is a sample ballot for the Nov. 8, 2022 election

The Environmental Bond Question is on the reverse side of the ballot  2022 Sample Ballot in Peru, NY

Rosenquest: Area prepping to receive NYC migrants

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Sen. Gillibrand announces $60M in LIHEAP for NYS

Home heating bills are expected to be 39 percent higher than last winter Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Town Justice candidate Scott Thurber responds to Peru Gazette’s questions

October 11, 2022, Peru – The 2022 general election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 8, between the hours of 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. Peru voters can cast ballots in contests for Governor/ Lt. Governor, Comptroller, Attorney General, United States Senator, State Supreme Court Justice, Representative in Congress, State Senator, Member of the NYS Assembly, […]

Syracuse area Congressman Katko among 9 in House GOP who vote for bill to keep presidents from overturning elections

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Five-year renewal for SUNY Plattsburgh Upward Bound

Stefanik advocacy after Department of Ed error nets $730K funding Click here for the Sun Community News story 

2022 Service Academy Night for High School Students and Parents

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced an upcoming virtual workshop for high school students interested in applying to a U.S. Military Service Academy. “This free workshop is an important resource for students in my district who are considering the extensive opportunities available through our nation’s prestigious military academies,” Stefanik said. “The North Country and […]

Stefanik co-sponsors bill that would ban most abortions after 15 weeks

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Over $4.1 Million in Projects for NY-21 Communities

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced that eight projects in NY-21 will receive $4,122,852 in Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) funds. “I am proud to announce that over $4 million in taxpayer dollars will be returned to our district to invest in valuable infrastructure, skills training that leads to […]

NY primary delivers abundant, sometimes mixed messages

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Matt Castelli declared winner in NY 21 U.S. House primary

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