Holding Canada Accountable for Targeting American Alcohol Producers

Canada should not be allowed to punish American wineries, breweries, and distilleries over unrelated political disputes. Yet nearly all of Canada's provincial liquor boards have restricted or banned the sale of American alcoholic beverages, hurting producers across the country, including many outstanding wineries in New York's Finger Lakes. To fight back, I introduced the CANADA Act, which directs the U.S. Trade Representative to investigate these discriminatory trade practices and determine whether enforcement action is warranted under Section 301. As we prepare to renegotiate USMCA, our trading partners must play by the rules. I will always fight to protect American producers, support our workers, and ensure fair treatment for U.S. businesses.

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.R. 7, the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025: This bill would permanently prohibit federal funding for abortions and abortion coverage. Taxpayer dollars should never be used to fund abortions, and longstanding federal policy has generally restricted such funding through annual appropriations riders. This legislation makes those protections permanent and promotes greater transparency for consumers regarding abortion coverage in health insurance plans.

H.R. 9387, the REAL Butter Act: This bill would require synthesized butter to be labelled as “lab-created butter” or “contains lab-created butter”. For too long, lab-created products have abused the names of real dairy products, undermining our dairy farmers and deceiving consumers who think they are buying real dairy products. This bill will help consumers better understand what they are purchasing and ensure that products manufactured in a lab are never confused with healthy, nutritious dairy products like butter.

H.R. 425, the Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act: This bill would repeal the Corporate Transparency Act and eliminate its beneficial ownership reporting requirements. Specifically, it would remove the requirement that many small businesses report information about their beneficial owners to the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), while ensuring that financial criminals can still be investigated. The Corporate Transparency Act mandates that small businesses disclose sensitive information in a federal database accessible to state and federal law enforcement without a subpoena. Small businesses should not be forced to comply with unnecessary federal reporting mandates that impose burdensome reporting costs. This legislation helps reduce regulatory burdens on American businesses while ensuring that financial criminals may still be held accountable.

Micron Concrete Pour

This week, I joined Secretary Howard Lutnick and local leaders for Micron's concrete pour ceremony in Upstate New York, marking the beginning of construction on the first of four semiconductor fabrication facilities. This milestone represents tremendous progress on what will become the largest semiconductor manufacturing site in American history and is expected to create nearly 50,000 jobs across New York. As construction moves ahead, Micron's investment is strengthening America's manufacturing base, advancing our national security, and bolstering our future in semiconductor production. This project is transforming Central New York into a hub for innovation and opportunity, and I look forward to seeing the economic benefits it will bring to families, workers, and businesses throughout our region for generations to come.

Meeting with Seneca County Leaders

Recently, I met with Seneca County Board of Supervisors Chairman Mike Enslow and County Administrator Melissa Taylor to discuss the priorities and opportunities shaping Seneca County's future. We had a productive conversation about strengthening critical infrastructure, supporting economic development, expanding housing opportunities, and exploring projects that will benefit local families and businesses for years to come. Hearing directly from local leaders is essential to understanding our communities' needs, and I appreciate their partnership as we work together to support smart investments that strengthen Seneca County and improve quality of life.

Advanced Rubber Products Tour

I recently toured Advanced Rubber Products in Wyoming County to learn more about the innovative manufacturing taking place right here in NY-24. The company produces specialized rubber and silicone products that support critical infrastructure, including our nation's electrical grid, while providing high-quality manufacturing jobs in our community. It was great to meet with the team, hear about their work, and discuss the importance of supporting American manufacturing, strengthening domestic supply chains, and creating opportunities for businesses to continue growing and investing in Upstate New York.

Kindred Key Realty Ribbon Cutting

It was a pleasure to join the ribbon cutting for Kindred Key Realty in Seneca Falls and celebrate the opening of another locally owned small business in NY-24. Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy, creating jobs, serving our communities, and helping our neighborhoods thrive. I was especially heartened to learn that Kindred Key Realty is committed to giving back by supporting efforts to prevent domestic violence and assist victims in our community. Congratulations to Jen Young and Ashley Wiggins on this exciting milestone, and I wish them continued success as they grow their business and make a positive difference across Seneca County.

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