Fighting for Small Business
I worked to ensure that seasonal businesses were eligible for forgivable loans from the Payment Protection Program and that they received fair treatment during the loan process.
Supporting Our Students and Strengthening Our Workforce
Following my advocacy, students at SUNY Clinton Community College will have access to a scholarship program that will help fill NY-21’s manufacturing needs. I will always support NY-21 students and solutions that strengthen our workforce.
Electing More Republican Women to Congress
At the time of my first election, I was the youngest woman ever elected to Congress. Since I founded E-PAC, I’ve made true on my promise to help elect more GOP women to office. We went from 13 GOP women to 35, and we are on our way to electing more this November!
Secured $997,000 for Essex County’s Agriculture and Youth Center
I will always advocate for our rural communities. This Congress, I proudly delivered nearly $1 million in funding for Essex County’s Agriculture and Youth Center in order to upgrade their facility and support a variety of programs for local kids.
Helped Pass the Bipartisan Keep Kids Fed Act
As a new mom, I understand how important access to healthy meals and support for childcare. I was proud to vote to pass the bipartisan Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022, which helps ensure our children can access the food they need while fixing school meal programs.
Stopping the Chinese Communist Party’s Influence on our Students
The Chinese Communist Party should not be able to spread propaganda on American college campuses. I introduced legislation to combat these malign activities, protect the integrity of our academic institutions, and safeguard our national security.
Recovered over $7 million from the IRS/SBA and other agencies
I’m proud that my office has recovered over $7 million from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Small Business Administration (SBA) since 2015. Throughout the pandemic, my team worked tirelessly to assist NY-21 families and small businesses.
Expanded Pell Grants
Elise worked hard to lead legislation that expanded Pell Grants to be available for qualifying students year round. This important win expanded access to higher education and ensures that our students have the resources they need to thrive
Passing the School-Based Health Centers Reauthorization Act
Elise co-led the School-Based Health Centers Reauthorization Act, legislation that will reauthorize the School-Based Health Centers program through 2024 and provide them with federal funding to continue providing students with affordable health care.
Success for Rural Students and Communities Act
Elise worked across the aisle to introduce the Success for Rural Students and Communities Act. This bipartisan bill works to close the attainment gap that is present in many of our rural communities and economies.
