This Week in Washington
On Thursday, along with Congressman John Katko (NY-24), I sent a letter to President Biden on the dangerous ramifications that his crisis at the US-Mexico border has caused at the US-Canada border.

Over the past several weeks, I have heard from many whistleblowers from the US Border Patrol expressing grave concerns over the lack of manpower along our Northern Border, as agents are being transferred to clean up President Biden’s crisis in the south. President Biden’s immigration, economic, humanitarian, and national security crisis at the US-Mexico border has in turn created a crisis at the US-Canada border. He must put an end to this madness, protect the American people, and prioritize the well-being of our Border Patrol Agents.
 
In part, the letter reads, “The lack of effective response to the crisis on our Southern Border is threatening the operational readiness along our Northern Border. A threat that puts our communities and nation at risk. Our Northern Border Patrol Agents continue to remain understaffed and overworked and for the safety of our communities, we ask that you provide answers to these questions. We implore you to reconsider your reluctance to invest in our Southern Border security and for the safety of all Americans, revise your immigration policies that have been failing thus far.”
IRS Guidance:
The next batch of Economic Impact Payments is being processed. Click the Get My Payment tool below to see if your payment has been scheduled. A large number of payments will be mailed, so if you did not receive a direct deposit in your account prior to March 24, please watch your mail carefully. If you do not receive your direct deposit or a mailed check in 2 weeks, please feel free to contact my office for help!

District Meetings and Events
On Monday, I met virtually with members of the IBEW Local 910 to discuss infrastructure, labor standards, apprenticeships, electric vehicles and transmission lines, broadband, and much more. It was great to hear about their important work with apprenticeship programs and training the local workforce!
Met with 4-H Members
On Wednesday, I met with students from the North Country and across New York State to discuss the importance of 4-H programs and youth leadership. These programs are so important to the North Country and it was great to meet with these young leaders!
During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we celebrate the unsung heroes of public safety. THANK YOU to all of the dispatchers in the North Country who are always there to answer the call. Your service to our community does not go unnoticed!
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