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Watertown Daily Times | Who is Aaron Woolf? And why is he running for Congress?.

Budget Highlights Programs that Strengthen US-Canada Trade, Flow of People and Goods at Northern Border From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens PLATTSBURGH, NY—Today, Representative Bill Owens applauded Canada’s proposed 2014 budget, which was delivered to Parliament earlier this week. The proposal outlined Canada’s trade agenda and highlighted its accomplishments over the last year. “Canada’s proposed budget […]

Democrats select congressional candidate » Local News » Press-Republican.

Watertown Daily Times | Owens says he’ll oppose potential new BRAC round.

Stefanik earns District 21 GOP nomination » Breaking News » Press-Republican.

Stefanik gets GOP nod for NY21 seat « The In Box.

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens Congressman helped more than 1,000 constituents navigate red tape, connected with more than 27,000 in town halls and telephone town hall events PLATTSBURGH—Today, Representative Bill Owens announced he was able to secure nearly $3 million in government funds for his constituents directly because of the constituent service outreach […]

North Country celebrates Farm Bill » Local News » Press-Republican.

Watertown Daily Times | Party switch for Scozzafava could prove difficult.

Legislation would give Canadian retirees more time to visit, spend money in U.S.  WASHINGTON—Today, Representative Bill Owens announced he will co-sponsor H.R. 3768, the Promoting Tourism to Enhance Our Economy Act. If passed, the legislation would increase the number of days retired Canadians could spend in the United States each year. “Canadian tourists and part-time […]

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens Three Rep. Owens-authored provisions included in final bill  WASHINGTON—Today, Representative Bill Owens voted for the Agricultural Act of 2014, commonly known as the Farm Bill, which passed the House by a vote of 251-166. “Passage of the Farm Bill provides farmers the long-overdue certainty they deserve and contributes significantly […]

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens Congressman will Continue Fight Against Further CBP Staff Reductions at the Border  PLATTSBURGH, NY—Representative Bill Owens announced today that he has won a concession from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) that will keep an additional helicopter and pilot at the Plattsburgh Air Branch. Owens has been fighting […]

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens   WASHINGTON—Today, Representative Bill Owens announced he’s hosting a Congressional Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Competition for high school students from New York’s 21st Congressional District. “Students who can master the STEM subjects will earn great jobs and lead the nation’s next period of economic growth,” Representative Bill Owens said. “I […]

Gouged at Ground Zero  – NY Daily News.

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens WASHINGTON—Yesterday, with the House’s passage of a compromise omnibus appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2014, Representatives Bill Owens and Peter Welch declared victory over a proposal to study the implementation of a land border crossing fee, something they believe would kill jobs in New York and Vermont and […]

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens Bipartisan Compromise Includes Owens-authored Amendment to Halt Proposed Border Fee  WASHINGTON—Today, Representative Bill Owens praised his colleagues for working together to pass a compromise omnibus appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2014 that will eliminate the need for stop-gap funding bills for the first time in two years. “I […]

» Owens’ Retirement Opens Up North Country Congressional Race | City & State.

The following is a statement from Representative Bill Owens (NY-21): “After careful thought and consideration, I have decided not to seek re-election for the 21st Congressional District this November.  I have enjoyed the opportunity to travel the district, meeting and serving the families and business owners of this vast community.  It has truly been a privilege […]

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens  WASHINGTON—Today, Representatives Bill Owens (NY-21) and Kevin Cramer (ND-at large) pushed the federal government to protect communities located near the nation’s railways from dangerous materials transported by unsafe rail cars. “Recent accidents in the United States and Canada are warning signs that the nation’s railways currently lack adequate […]

Wednesday January 15th 2014, will mark the 4th annual Dine United for the Adirondack Region. There will be a wide variety of restaurants throughout Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties participating. Every patron that visits a participating restaurant on January 15th 2014 will be giving back to the local community, as well as supporting local restaurants. […]

WASHINGTON—Today, Representative Bill Owens announced the students he will nominate to attend the nation’s service academies. To earn the nomination of their Member of Congress, students applying to service academies must submit a detailed application and meet eligibility requirements set through statute and regulations issued by each academy. Students can apply for a congressional nomination […]

Capitol Confidential » Gibson donates ‘shutdown’ salary to Catholic Charities.

Map of uninsured shows North Country doing OK « The In Box.

Feedback: Psych Center Will Keep Inpatient Services | WWNY TV 7 –  Today, Representative Bill Owens made the following statement after Governor Andrew Cuomo’s announcement that the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center has been named a Regional Center of Excellence:  “Keeping the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center open is the best outcome possible, and I applaud Governor […]

Owens stands behind Obamacare » Local News » Press-Republican.