Advancing North Country Energy Solutions
I believe that promoting clean energy independence is not only vital in protecting our environment but also critical to the future of innovation and job creation across the North Country. There is no better example of this than the work Fort Drum and ReEnergy have done to expand biomass in our region. I will continue to […]
Investing in Our North Country Transportation and Infrastructure
I voted to support a multi-year highway reauthorization bill that will bring certainty and stability to our North Country businesses.
Expanding North Country Broadband
Expanding access to broadband is an important priority for our region. That is why I supported the Small Business Broadband Deployment Act, which passed the House. This legislation protects small businesses from burdensome requirements in the FCC’s Open Internet rule that affect smaller Internet Service Providers.
Bringing Resources Home to the North Country
Working for our North Country businesses is one of the most important parts of my job. I was proud to work with Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority to get critical funding from the FAA for an airport runway extension. This extension will facilitate low fare airline services to the region, expanding commerce, tourism, and our […]
Promoting Tourism in the North Country
In the North Country, Canadian tourism and commerce is an important component of our economy. Legislation that I introduced will provide retired Canadians who own or lease a home in the United States with an additional two months to shop and travel, which will support many small businesses, grow jobs, and foster an ever closer […]
Bringing Resources Home to the North Country
was proud to work with the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority to secure over $2 million from the Department of Transportation to make improvements to the Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge. These updates will modernize the bridge, provide jobs, and help to preserve its role as an economic lifeline in the North Country.
Supporting Our Rural Airports
The Essential Air Service Program is critical to maintaining commercial air service for small, rural airports in our district. I was proud to support a five-year extension of this program and help deliver over $14 million in funding to support our airports.
Protecting and Preserving Funding for Lake Champlain Basin Program
The Lake Champlain Basin Program is critical to protecting this North Country treasure from invasive species, protecting its biodiversity, and strengthening the local economy. I proudly secured $8.4 million for the Lake Champlain Basin Program, nearly doubling the funding level.
Lowering the Cost of Rural Broadband
In a 21st century economy, we must have access to reliable broadband internet. We must work to lower the high cost of this service, especially in rural areas within our district. I introduced a bill — The Broadband for All Act — that provides tax relief to ease the burden of paying for internet services […]
Fought to Keep USA Luge in Lake Placid
We have a unique Olympic history in the North Country. When I met with local officials and members of the USA Luge team in Lake Placid and heard they may leave Lake Placid, I went to work immediately. I partnered with local and state officials as well as business leaders in the region to make […]
