Introducing the No Goodwill for Harming Women Act

Women have fought for decades to secure fair competition and equal opportunity in sports. That is why I introduced the No Goodwill for Harming Women Act, legislation to ensure that professional women's sports franchises that allow biological males to compete against female athletes are no longer eligible for a valuable federal tax benefit tied to franchise acquisitions. Taxpayers should not be subsidizing policies that erode fairness in women's sports. This bill reinforces a simple principle that I know many families across our district support: women's sports are for women.

Celebrating This Year's Art Competition Winner

It was a pleasure to welcome Phung Cao, an 11th grade student at Mynderse Academy in Seneca Falls, to the U.S. Capitol to see her award-winning painting, Calvin, displayed in the halls of Congress. Out of more than 30 submissions from 13 schools across our district, Phung's remarkable work earned her first place and is now on display for visitors from across the country to enjoy. Congratulations again to Phung on this well-deserved achievement, and thank you to all of the talented students, teachers, and families who helped make this year's competition such a success.

As your representative in Congress, my top priority is championing legislative initiatives that benefit you and your families. Each week, I review numerous bills and letters, engaging in thorough discussions with members of our community to determine which actions to support and address your needs. Below are a few bills I recently cosponsored.

H.Con.Res. 12, the Local Radio Freedom Act: This concurrent resolution expresses support for local radio stations and opposes the imposition of a new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge on local radio broadcasters for airing sound recordings. Local radio remains an important source of information, entertainment, and public safety alerts for millions of Americans. This resolution supports the continued viability of local broadcasters and recognizes the role they play in communities across the country.

H.R. 1266, the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act: This bill would permanently classify illicit xylazine as a Schedule III controlled substance while preserving its legitimate use by veterinarians, farmers, and ranchers. Xylazine, also known as Tranq or the zombie drug, is increasingly being mixed with fentanyl and other illicit drugs and is contributing to overdose deaths. This legislation helps address a growing public health and public safety threat while ensuring continued access for legitimate agricultural and veterinary purposes.

H.R. 1349, the Women’s Protection in Telehealth Act: This bill would prohibit the use of telehealth services to prescribe, dispense, or provide abortion drugs without an in-person examination by a health care provider. Telehealth services have expanded access to rural medical care, but abusing telemedicine to fast-track abortions does not protect patient health and safety. This legislation would establish safeguards against abortion drugs and ensure appropriate medical oversight.

My Votes Explained

Transparency in Congress and a well-informed electorate are vital to preserving our self-governing Constitutional Republic. My constituents deserve to know how their members of Congress vote, which is why I have explained every vote I have cast in Congress since I was first elected. 

To read more about my votes and see the full list with explanations of all the legislation considered this week by the House, please click here.

Tuesday, June 23

I voted “Yes” on S. 629, the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025. This bill allows recipients of funding from the Emergency Conservation Program and Emergency Forest Restoration Program to collect some of the funds in advance of expenditure, rather than only being reimbursed for natural disaster recovery costs after the fact. It also expands eligibility for payments, including damages caused by man-made fires where the damage was spread due to natural causes, and wildfires caused by the federal government. This legislation helps ensure that farmers and the custodians of our natural lands have proper support in the event of a natural disaster and are able to quickly and efficiently support recovery efforts. This bill passed the House by a vote of 368-19.

I voted “Yes” on H.R. 6644, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. This bill strengthens federal housing programs to expand the supply of affordable housing and bring down costs for hardworking families. This bill stands up for individual homebuyers by restricting large institutional investors from buying up single-family homes and crowding families out of the market. It increases loan limits for federal mortgage insurance programs and establishes a new grant program to help state and local entities support affordable housing. Additionally, it exempts certain residential construction from burdensome environmental review, eliminates the outdated requirement that manufactured homes be built with a permanent chassis, and protects our veterans by excluding disability benefits from being counted as income for supportive housing programs. Housing has become too expensive in many communities, and this legislation tackles the problem by expanding financing for affordable housing, providing grants for planning and community development, and cutting unnecessary red tape that slows down new construction. This is the most significant reform in housing construction in decades, and I look forward to seeing the great impacts this bill will have throughout NY-24. This bill passed the House by a vote of 358-32.

Wednesday, June 24 

I voted “Yes” on H.R. 7401, the Small Business Lending Fraud Prevention Act. The bill requires employees of the Small Business Administration (SBA) to certify that they do not have a conflict of interest before participating in a loan decision. This requirement applies to all SBA employees who are involved in the origination, review, or approval of SBA loans. This legislation will help advance House Republicans’ agenda of eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse, and will help promote greater confidence in SBA loan programs. This bill passed the House by a vote of 415-0, with 1 member voting present.

I voted “Yes” on H.R. 915, the Small Business Technological Advancement Act of 2025. This bill clarifies that Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loans can be used to finance enterprise software, cloud services, and AI-enabled platforms. These technologies help small businesses deliver innovative products and support key operational functions. As the SBA’s primary loan program to provide financial assistance to small businesses, entrepreneurs across America use the SBA 7(a) loan to help grow their business. Currently, the law is vague and unclear as to whether businesses can use this widely adopted loan to finance technology and software purchases, creating uncertainty for small businesses. As the private sector continues to innovate, we must ensure that small businesses areequipped with the tools needed to succeed, including software, cloud services, and AI-enabled platforms. This bill will help advance the revitalization of Main Street, which is the backbone of our NY-24 economy. This bill passed the House by a vote of 414-4, with 1 member voting present.

Thursday, June 25 

I voted “Yes” on H.R. 2478, the Financial Exploitation Prevention Act of 2025. This bill establishes a voluntary program that allows mutual fund companies and transfer agents to take steps to protect older and vulnerable investors from financial exploitation and scams. Under this program, participating companies can ask customers to provide a trusted contact who can be reached if there are concerns about possible exploitation. This bill also empowers investment companies to halt transactions if they have reasonable suspicion that a customer is being exploited. AARP estimates that financial exploitation costs seniors over twenty-eight billion dollars per year, and both Congress and investment companies must do more to combat the scourge of exploitation of our nation’s seniors. This bill passed the House by a vote of 414-2.

Meeting with Leaders in Jefferson County

I had the opportunity to meet with Jefferson County Administrator Ryan Piche, Deputy County Administrator Dylan Soper, and members of the Jefferson County Legislature to discuss the priorities and opportunities facing Jefferson County. We had a productive conversation about the issues that matter most to local communities, including economic development, public safety, infrastructure, and supporting the hardworking families and businesses. I always value the chance to hear directly from our local leaders, and I appreciate their partnership and commitment to serving Jefferson County.

Novelis Hot Mill Restart

Our team recently attended the ribbon cutting celebrating the restart of Novelis' hot mill in Oswego following the devastating fires that temporarily halted operations. The return of production is tremendous news and a testament to the strength of our community. This facility plays a vital role in America's aluminum supply chain while supporting good-paying jobs right here in NY-24. Congratulations to the entire Novelis team, and thank you for your resilience, hard work, and continued investment in Oswego and our region.

100 Year Celebration at Camp Stella Maris

Recently, our team joined the 100th Anniversary Celebration of Camp Stella Maris in Livonia, a remarkable milestone for an organization that has positively impacted generations of young people across Livingston County and beyond. For a century, Camp Stella Maris has provided faith-based summer experiences that help build character, leadership, and a strong sense of community. It was wonderful for our office to see former campers, staff, counselors, and supporters come together to celebrate the camp's lasting legacy and the countless lives it has touched over the past 100 years. Congratulations to Executive Director John Quinlivan and everyone who has helped make Camp Stella Maris such a special place for generations of families.

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