What few realize is the unique role the North Country of New York played in advancing women's rights in the United States.

Our nation truly owes a debt of gratitude to all who have served and sacrificed on behalf of this great country.

In addition to advocating for smart policies that best serve our heroes, it is also my role as a Member of Congress to advocate for our veterans when working with federal agencies.

I use Facebook on a daily basis to share information about my work in Congress and across our great district. I put information about constituent meetings, video of various Congressional hearings, and share local news stories from around our region.

Social media is a powerful tool to connect constituents with the policy making process.

Throughout my first term in office, we have taken many steps to keep my commitment to make my work in Congress as transparent and accessible as possible.

When I was elected to Congress, I made a commitment to my constituents that my office would set the standard to be open and transparent.

Pell grants are critical tools for lower- and middle-income students to access higher education, and by expanding access to year-round courses, we can help non-traditional students complete their education sooner, allowing them to start their careers and pay off their loans.

The Millennial Generation is being crushed by soaring college costs and student loan debt, and as lawmakers, we must find solutions to address affordability and flexibility in higher education.

Our country is eternally grateful for the sacrifices our men and women in uniform make each day.

The North Country of New York is a region steeped in rich military tradition. Our corner of this country stands out for the remarkable tradition of brave men and women putting themselves in harm's way for our nation.

Overwhelming, student loan payments are holding millions back from buying homes, starting families, and saving for retirement.

One of the first bills I introduced in Congress was the Be Open Act, legislation to help ease an unnecessary, duplicative and punitive burden placed on employees and employers under the Affordable Care Act.

As the first member of my immediate family to graduate from college, I understand the importance access to high quality education plays in preparing our children to learn and compete in a competitive, global workforce.

In the 114th Congress, I had the privilege of serving on two of the most important Committees in the House of Representatives: the House Armed Services Committee and the Committee on Education and the Workforce.

As military spouses move from state to state with their servicemember on military orders, it is important that we do what is necessary to make sure they have the opportunity to maintain their hard-earned professional licensing and certification.

I've had honor of meeting hundreds of servicemembers from our region and across the globe, all fighting for our freedoms.

Congress should live by the same laws it passes on to the rest of the nation.

In Congress, I have worked with my colleagues to pass the 21st Century Cures Act.

The more we know about Lyme, the more we can do to treat patients and educate families to stop the spread of this debilitating disease.

I will continue to work in Congress to support Lyme disease research and education through funding for the National Institutes of Health and the CDC.

If you see a tick on your body, be sure to remove it immediately. Use tweezers to pull the tick's body away from your skin, being careful not to crush the tick's body.

Serving our district and military families is a tremendous honor, and as our work continues in Congress, I will continue fighting for a strong national defense.

We ask our brave men and women in uniform to risk everything to protect us.