Elise Stefanik

“We must continue to ensure that the legacy of the Greatest Generation is preserved and protected so that all Americans can work to embody the ideals and values of those that came before them...”

“When our natural habitats become overrun by species that are not native to these areas, they can damage the environment, pose health risks, and even hurt our local economy.”

“I've been really humbled by other women who've reached out to me across the country. Not just women who are running for Congress and federal office, but elementary school students running fo...”

“Zebra mussels like to hitch a ride on boats when they're transferred from one body of water to another. It's important to make sure to thoroughly clean your boat each time it leaves the wate...”

“The American Health Care Act is not perfect, but it is an important step in reforming our broken healthcare system to help families in our district.”

“I read 'Lean In' at a really important time as I was deciding to run for office.”

“As military spouses move from state to state with their servicemember on military orders, it is important that we do what is necessary to make sure they have the opportunity to maintain thei...”

“I was in the same class as Mark Zuckerberg at Harvard. So we really experienced Facebook in a unique way. It launched our sophomore year, and we were also the first class where it became a r...”

“I had this perception based on my own frustrations with Washington, but I didn't realize until I launched this campaign how much people are looking for a new generation of leadership and a n...”

“Pell grants are critical tools for lower- and middle-income students to access higher education, and by expanding access to year-round courses, we can help non-traditional students complete...”

“I support religious liberty, but I also think it is very important as a Republican Party that we bring a compassionate tone when talking about women's health care issues, when we talk about...”

“As the first member of my immediate family to graduate from college, I understand the importance access to high quality education plays in preparing our children to learn and compete in a co...”

“Children especially deserve our support after they are rescued from those who have victimized them.”

“I was rowing the boat alone against a tide, running against an incumbent in 2013.”

“I was singled out by other girls for participating in classroom discussions and physically bullied.”

“I've been a skier since I was 2 or 3, skiing with my dad in northern New York and Vermont.”

“The Millennial Generation is being crushed by soaring college costs and student loan debt, and as lawmakers, we must find solutions to address affordability and flexibility in higher educati...”

“For too long, the producers of non-dairy beverages, such as almond and soy products, have unfairly benefited from the ability to label their products as milk.”

“As the proud home of Fort Drum and the Navy Nuclear Site at Kesselring, our district is home to countless military spouses who make enormous sacrifices on behalf of our nation.”

“Military spouses serve, too, and it's critical we work together to ensure our country's military spouses have the jobs they need and deserve.”