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Welcome back to Team Elise's weekly newsletter! We send a note to Elise's supporters weekly to update them on what she's working on in Capitol Hill and across NY-21.

Here are a few top Team Elise updates and stories we have been tracking for the past week! 

Elise Shares Independence Day Message

On Independence Day, Elise released the following message to the hardworking families of Upstate New York, the North Country, and America to celebrate our nation’s independence –

“On America’s Independence Day, join me in celebrating our greatest treasure as Americans: our freedom.

Let us reflect on the countless lives sacrificed in the pursuit of this freedom, from the American Revolutionary War battles that took place in Upstate New York and the North Country to the brave men and women stationed at Fort Drum today, and vow never to take such a gift for granted. It is our duty now to continue trusting in our Declaration of Independence and pledge to continue building a nation that reflects its promises of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.

Let us be courageous like our Founding Fathers and remember that our nation has persevered through the worst of times. We must fearlessly continue to fight for America’s prosperity and safeguard the American Dream for generations to come.

God Bless you, God Bless our brave service members at home and abroad, and God Bless the United States of America.”

Team Elise Celebrates Independence Day at the ‘Best 4th in the North’ Parade in Ticonderoga NY-21!

On Thursday, Elise joined many friends and supporters in Ticonderoga to celebrate the anniversary of our nation’s independence at the ‘Best 4th in the North’ parade! This parade and celebration is a Team Elise tradition that Elise has attended every year since her first run in 2014.

See photos from the Independence Day celebration below:

See Elise's post here.

Elise Secures Real Results in FY 2025 Appropriations Bills

On Friday, the House of Representatives passed the Defense, Homeland Security, and State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2025. Below are some of the Real Results that Elise fought for and secured in the legislation:

Renewed Efforts to Secure our Borders

• $600 Million for constructing the Southern border wall
• $300 Million for new border technologies
• $160 Million for overtime pay for Border Patrol agents
• Prohibits funding for DEI and Critical Race Theory initiatives
• Prohibits funding for abortion, gender-affirming surgeries, or hormone treatments
• Prohibits the Department from transporting illegal aliens throughout the country

See her post here.

Historic Investments for Fort Drum and NY-21 Defense Technology Industry

• Over $138 Million for procurement and research programs in Upstate New York
• $25 Million raise for Air Force Research Lab in Rome
• $30 Million for Fort Drum’s counter-drone efforts and upgraded survey equipment

See her post here.

See her post here.

Conserving Lake Champlain, Supporting Israel, and Countering China

• $50 Million in funding to the Great Lakes Fishery Commission for Lake Champlain conservation efforts
• $3.3 Billion in financing to support Israel
• $2.1 Billion to deter China and promote American security interests in Asia
• Eliminates funding for the United Nations, World Health Organization, Gender Equity and Equality Action Fund, and other controversial programs

See Elise’s post here.

Elise’s Statement on Supreme Court’s Historic Ruling Upholding President Trump’s Right to Presidential Immunity

After the Supreme Court published its opinion in Trump v. United States, Elise released the following statement –

“Today’s Supreme Court decision is a historic victory for President Donald Trump, the Constitution, the rule of law, and the American people. The President of the United States must have immunity, like Members of Congress and federal judges, which is necessary for any presidency to function properly. I look forward to continuing to work with President Trump to ensure his victory and Save America.”

See her post here.

Elise Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Rename Upstate Park in Honor of Revolutionary War History

On Wednesday, Elise introduced the Strengthening America’s Turning Point Act. This bill changes the name of the Saratoga National Historic Park to Saratoga National Battlefield Park.

Elise stated –

"As Co-Chair of the Congressional Battlefield Caucus, I will continue to lead the charge to ensure that our many battlefields in Upstate New York and the North Country are preserved. Renaming Saratoga National Historical Park to Saratoga National Battlefield Park will more accurately reflect the historical significance of the site and emphasize the crucial military engagements that took place there. I’m honored to lead this legislation that acknowledges the significance of the turning point in the Revolutionary War and one of the most decisive American battles of the American Revolution."

See her post here.

Elise Introduces Bill to Hold Universities Accountable for Pro-Hamas Encampments

On Monday, Elise introduced the No Tax Dollars For College Encampments Act alongside Representative Jim Banks (IN-03). This legislation would require universities to establish policies or new procedures to address encampments, building takeovers, and similar disruptions on campus. More importantly, the schools would need to implement and enforce these policies to receive federal accreditation.

Elise stated –

“I am committed to ridding universities of the antisemitic rot corrupting our students and making campuses dangerous and unwelcoming to our Jewish communities which is why I am proud to help lead the No Tax Dollars for College Encampments Act. This legislation would prevent the disgraceful mob riots we saw overtake campuses across the country including Columbia University and make sure school leaders are enforcing policies against hostile campus takeovers. Any university leaders that fail to stand up for our Jewish community will be held accountable.”

See her post here.

Stefanik, Malliotakis Take Action to Punish Antisemitic Universities

On Wednesday, Elise and Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) introduced the University Accountability Act to impose penalties on higher education institutions that fail to protect Jewish students from antisemitic hate, violating their civil rights.

Chairwoman Elise Stefanik stated –

“I will continue to lead the efforts ridding our higher education institutions of antisemitism. With this new legislation, the University Accountability Act, we will impose penalties on universities who violate the civil rights of their own students including by failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitic hate. Hardworking taxpayers have no interest in funding institutions that fail to protect their students from antisemitic rhetoric and behavior and this bill puts their tax-exempt status on the chopping block.”

Elise Receives Endorsement from Police Organization

The Police Officers’ Defense Coalition endorsed Elise for re-election in New York’s 21st Congressional District. In a letter to Elise, the coalition stated:

“After careful consideration of your positions in this race, it is clear that you are the only candidate who will work to ensure that the legislative agenda will continue to include a pro-law enforcement focus.

“Your unwavering commitment to our key issues, such as supporting law enforcement, fully funding the police, and ensuring that our law enforcement officers have the resources they need to carry out their duties, is commendable. We are thrilled to inform you that you received a perfect score of 100 percent on our Congressional Legislative Scorecard!”

See Elise’s post here.

In the News

• PUCK NEWS: In post debate poll, Biden is behind in swing states and Democrat-controlled states.
• FREE BEACON: The Biden Administration is flying migrants deported by Trump back into the United States.
• FOX NEWS: Elise Stefanik unloaded on Biden over border, inflation, energy, crime crises and ‘weakness’ on global stage at the Faith and Freedom Coalition.
• FOX NEWS: Elise Stefanik proposed a bill to hold colleges and universities accountable by forcing them to be transparent about their policies regarding campus protests and whether that guidance is being followed correctly.
• MILITARY.COM: Elise Stefanik led bipartisan support for an investigation into the Pentagon’s efforts to identify, treat, and prevent U.S. service members’ traumatic brain injuries caused by blast exposure.
• NEW YORK POST: Elise Stefanik’s Dem rival Paula Collins spending campaign cash on ‘office rent’ at upstate NY bed and breakfast: ‘Unusual’
• JUST THE NEWS: Stefanik and Banks introduce bill aimed at preventing encampments, ‘mob riots’ at universities

Thank you so much for your support of Chairwoman Elise Stefanik! Elise is working hard to represent NY-21 values in Washington, as well as hardworking American families all across the nation.

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