Issues
When the Founding Fathers ratified the Bill of Rights on December 15th, 1791, they included the Second Amendment to ensure every American had “the right… to keep and bear Arms.” They went on to affirm that this right “shall not be infringed.” For more than 200 years, sportsmen, hunters, and lawful gun owners have embraced our Second Amendment rights, which we all share as Americans.
America is a nation founded on a framework of values centered around personal liberty, freedom, and community. In recent years, many of our timeless American values have come under attack, as politicians and bureaucrats in Washington have spent valuable time and resources on programs and initiatives that undermine the value of life, fail to protect our children, and push a dangerous woke agenda.
America’s veterans have put so much on the line to defend our great Nation and safeguard our freedoms. As the mother of a Marine, I understand the sacrifices that are made by our service members and their families each day. That’s why one of my top priorities in Congress is to ensure every American service member and veteran is well-equipped and properly supported, whether they are actively serving our country or returning to civilian life.
As the cornerstone of our region, agriculture will fuel our economy for generations. The 24th Congressional District stands out as a premier agricultural hub in the Northeast. It boasts the largest dairy district in New York, with Wayne County being the largest apple-producing county outside of Washington State. Wyoming County ranks among the top maple syrup producers in the nation, and the Finger Lakes region is renowned for its numerous vineyards, orchards, and specialty crops.
Since I was elected to public office, my mission has always been to put New York taxpayers first. For America to remain competitive and free, our nation needs a straightforward tax code that encourages work and entrepreneurship, allows Americans to take home more of their earnings, and establishes competitive rates for employers. President Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which passed with my support in 2017, was the most significant tax reform legislation signed into law in decades.
Our nation is currently facing a humanitarian and national security crisis at the Southern Border that must be addressed. As Americans continue to bear the social and economic burdens of President Biden’s failed policies, it continues to be a free-for-all on the Southern Border. Under President Biden, over 10 million illegal aliens have entered our country. It is the worst humanitarian crisis our nation has faced in more than two decades, and every year under the Biden Administration has set a new record for illegal border crossings.
Since President Biden and Vice President Harris took office, sky-high energy prices have burdened far too many New York families. Unfortunately, the Biden-Harris regime continues to blame the energy crisis on Vladimir Putin and American energy producers. In reality, the blame lies squarely at the foot of this administration, which has spent the last four years advancing failed policies that pursue unattainable green new deal goals instead of unleashing American Energy Independence.