“Zebra mussels like to hitch a ride on boats when they're transferred from one body of water to another. It's important to make sure to thoroughly clean your boat each time it leaves the water to ensure these invasive mussels are removed and that you are not spreading them to your next location.”

American politician

Elise Marie Stefanik is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for New York’s 21st congressional district since 2015. She is also known for having served as chair of the House Republican Conference from 2021 to 2025. Stefanik’s career has been centered in national politics and congressional leadership. Her public voice is tied to her work in the U.S. House, especially in Republican leadership, where she has been a prominent party figure since taking on that role in 2021.