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https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-announces-winner-of-2021-congressional-app-challenge Emmer Announces Winner of 2021 Congressional App Challenge 2021-12-31 2021 2021-12 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced his selection of the app Depression Revolution as winner of the Congressional App Challenge. The app was developed by Aryssa Trotter, a seventh-grader at Central Middle School in Norwood Young America. Depression Revolution is designed to connect Minnesotans suffering from mental illness with resources to help. “Today’s students are learning in a world of rapidly-developing technology. For our next generation of innovators, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills are more important than ever,” said Emmer. “The promise shown by the young coders and developers of Minnesota’s Sixth Congressional District is impressive.” Emmer continued, “I am encouraged to see young people recognize the potential of technology to combat our nation’s mental health crisis.” Depression Revolution will be displayed in the United States Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives’ website, House.gov. Aryssa has also earned an invitation to the #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington, D.C. Background: The Congressional App Challenge is an initiative of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the most prestigious prize in student computer science. Members of Congress can host district-wide contests for students in middle school and high school. The Challenge accepts computer programs (or apps) written in any programming language, for any platform (desktop/PC, web, mobile, raspberry Pi, etc). To learn more about the competition, click here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/2021-year-end-wrap-up 2021 Year End Wrap-up 2021-12-27 2021 2021-12 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper This year, my office introduced nearly thirty bills and dozens of letters ranging from the hyper-local to the national. Some of the highlights include: A letter signed by more than 200 of my colleagues opposing efforts to spy on American’s bank accounts. Legislation to fix our broken budget process and prevent future government shutdowns A bill to set clear and consistent regulations for crypto investors. An amendment requiring an Inspector General’s oversight in the distribution of $35 million in American Rescue Plan funding A letter urging Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall in support of the Minnesota Air National Guard’s C-130 fleet. This effort led to the continuation of the 133rd Airlift Wing’s mission in Minnesota. A bill to make the St. Cloud Police Department’s hugely successful COP House program nationwide. In addition to curbing reckless government spending, it is my goal to ensure as much taxpayer money as possible is allocated to projects in the Sixth District. My office also brings money back to the district through casework, which can help secure federal benefits or tax returns owed to constituents. Some highlights of my work to bring money back to CD6 include: $3.7 million in funding for the St. Cloud airport More than $245,000 in Land and Water Conservation Fund grants to build a new park in St. Francis. $19,022 in disability compensation for a veteran family from the Department of Veterans Affairs. $51,000 in owed Social Security disability payments for a constituent who had been waiting for months. Some of my office’s most direct work to support Sixth District constituents is through our casework services. My dedicated casework team assists constituents in navigating their Veterans Administration and Social Security benefits, immigration concerns, tax issues and more. You can read more about their work and get help here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/a-christmas-message A Christmas Message 2021-12-24 2021 2021-12 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper This has been a difficult year, and unfortunately, the holiday season has been no exception. Every part of celebrating has become more complicated, from heating our homes to having presents under the tree. Families are on track to pay $3,500 more for essentials just to keep pace with rising prices. That doesn’t leave much wiggle room in household budgets for those extra expenses that pop up around the holidays, like gifts (wholesale prices are the highest on record), or a nicer cut of meat for Christmas dinner (beef prices are up 20% from last year alone). Even holiday traditions that many of us take for granted, like having a Christmas tree, have been thrown into flux by supply chain issues. All these factors make for a more stressful holiday season, especially for parents trying to provide a memorable Christmas for their families. It’s during times like these—when finding that holiday spirit seems a little more difficult—that I’m reminded that Christmas should be a time of renewed faith in our family and community. After all, the holiday began with one divine gift: the idea that the Holy Spirit could be present with us here on Earth. It’s present in our everyday acts of kindness and charity. I’m so grateful for the men and women who have brought this spirit to life here in the Sixth District. Once you notice them, it’s hard to stop. Flipping through our local papers this week, I’ve read about Agape Warriors Ministry, who will be serving 1,000 Christmas dinners at the east side VFW Post 4847 and delivering meals to groups like Quiet Oaks Hospice House. I have seen the success of Place of Hope, which this year increased its shelter capacity for those experiencing homelessness by 40-60%. I am inspired by the work of young people like St. Cloud Technical & Community College Leadership Club, who led a donation drive for the women and children who have found safety at Anna Marie’s Alliance. It’s affirming to see our community standing together to lend support to our neighbors in these difficult times. I’m hopefu… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-announces-23-million-americorps-vista-projects-fourth-district McCollum Announces $2.3 Million to AmeriCorps VISTA projects in Fourth District 2021-12-16 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) celebrated the announcement that $2,327,046 will be awarded to eight organizations in Minnesota's Fourth Congressional District to fund AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) projects: "Minnesota leads the way in volunteerism, and I'm proud of the positive impact AmeriCorps VISTAs have made in our neighborhoods," Rep. McCollum said. "These federal funds willboost the capacity of eight fabulous local organizations to continue delivering vital services to strengthen our community – from increasing access to health care and nutrition, to supporting youth and improving literacy during this time of COVID. I'm proud to play an instrumental role in delivering these critical funds to our district as a member of the House Appropriations Committee." BACKGROUND: Created in 1965, AmeriCorps VISTA is a national service program designed to alleviate poverty in America. AmeriCorps VISTA members serve full-time for one year at non-profit organizations, schools, or local government agencies, multiplying their impact and building their capacity to carry out essential projects. AmeriCorps has made 12 AmeriCorps VISTA awards to organizations in Minnesota during the past quarter with an approximate value of the investment of $3,556,785. As a result of their service, the AmeriCorps members supported by these awards are eligible for up to $1,283,939 in Segal AmeriCorps Education Awards. The list of organizations receiving AmeriCorps VISTA grants in MN-04 is as follows: Image Image Image 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-urges-minnesota-leaders-prioritize-local-projects Representative Angie Craig Urges Minnesota Leaders to Prioritize Local Projects in the Second District with Federal Funding from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Angie Craig urged Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Transportation Margaret Anderson Kelliher to direct federal funding authorized by Congress as part of the bipartisan infrastructure package toward local projects in the Second District. Craig, who worked closely with local leaders to identify the projects that would have the most immediate positive impact on communities throughout the Second District, argued that the funding of these projects would create good-paying local jobs, improve the region's infrastructure and satisfy local demands. In November, Craig helped secure $6.8 billion in funding for infrastructure projects in Minnesota by helping to pass the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. "The projects I selected meet many of my communities' most urgent transportation needs, from Apple Valley to Wabasha. Completion of these projects will make our state safer, stronger, greener and more accessible," wrote Representative Craig. "Local leaders have gone above and beyond to demonstrate deep and wide-ranging community support for these projects, and to ensure they are technically sound and integrated with long-term state and regional planning." "My hope is that we can work together to include these projects on an amended State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) or through other means and direct the IIJA's generational federal investment to these projects in a timely fashion," Craig continued. Earlier this year, Craig submitted requests for millions of dollars in federal funding in surface transportation reauthorization legislation for projects in Minnesota's Second Congressional District. Craig selected those proposals after working closely with local leaders to identify infrastructure projects like the realignment of Levee Road in Red Wing and the Dakota County Veterans Memorial Greenway Project which would have immediate, beneficial impacts on local communities throughout the Second District. This summer, Craig secure… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-representatives-passes-combating-international-islamophobia-act House of Representatives Passes Combating International Islamophobia Act 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed Rep. Omar and Rep. Jan Schakowsky's bill the Combating International Islamophobia Act, 219-212. Hours earlier, the Biden Administration announced the President's support for the legislation. The bill requires the U.S. State Department to create a Special Envoy for monitoring and combating Islamophobia, and include state-sponsored Islamophobic violence and impunity in the Department's annual human rights reports. The creation of the Special Envoy will help policymakers better understand the interconnected, global problem of anti-Muslim bigotry, and will establish a comprehensive strategy for U.S. leadership in combatting Islamophobia worldwide. "We are in the midst of a staggering of anti-Muslim violence and discrimination around the world," Rep. Omar said today in a floor speech. "At rise its worst, it is Uyghurs in concentration camps in China and a genocide against the Rohingya in Burma. But those atrocities are part of a deeper fabric of violence against Muslims and impunity for violence against Muslims at a global level. In India, Prime Minister Modi's government has moved to strip citizenship from millions of Muslims and has occupied Kashmir. In Sri Lanka, anti-Muslim laws and violence have imposed terror on the community. In Hungary, Belarus, and Poland, politicians have stoked fear of Muslim refugees and immigrants. In New Zealand and Canada, white supremacist violence has targeted Muslims, including at their places of worship. Earlier this year, the United Nations commissioned a report and concluded that Islamophobia has reached ‘epidemic proportions' and urged nations around the world to take all necessary measures to combat it. As a country that was founded on religious liberty, our leadership on international religious freedom depends on recognizing that Islamophobia is global in scope, and we must lead the global effort to address it. That's why Rep, Schakowsky and I have introduced this bill, to create a special envoy for monitoring and comb… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-leads-introduction-legislation-improve-maternal Representative Angie Craig Leads Introduction of Legislation to Improve Maternal Health Care for Native Women 2021-12-13 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC —Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig (MN-02) led several of her colleagues in reintroducing the Native Women's Maternal Health Resolution, which seeks to create and improve access for Indigenous women to comprehensive and culturally competent maternal health care and family planning services. The resolution would continue to shed light on the maternal health crisis among Indigenous women in the United States and help to address the critical need to reduce the tragically high rates of mortality and morbidity among American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian women. Craig was joined in introducing the legislation by Representatives Pete Aguilar (CA-31), Sharice Davids (KS-03), Raúl M. Grijalva (AZ-03), Kai Kahele (HI-02), Ann Kirkpatrick (AZ-02), Barbara Lee (CA-13), Betty McCollum (MN-04), Tom O'Halleran (AZ-01), Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) and Lauren Underwood (IL-14). Last Congress, the Native Women's Maternal Health Resolution was led by Representative Deb Haaland, who represented New Mexico's First Congressional District. Haaland now serves as the Secretary of Interior in the Biden Administration. "In the United States, Native women face significantly higher rates of death or serious illness during childbirth, a heartbreaking statistic that the federal government must take urgent action to reverse," said Representative Craig. "It's absolutely critical that we continue to shed light on this crisis and enact policy solutions that will ensure every woman in America has access to high-quality maternal health care and family planning services in their own communities. I am proud to reintroduce this important legislation and to carry on Secretary Haaland's incredible work to improve the lives of American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian women across this country." "The maternal mortality rate in the U.S. is, frankly, shameful – and the outcomes of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian mothers are consistently worse than other groups. We must call attention to this … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-forest-service-do-not-cut-permits-entry-boundary-waters-canoe-area Stauber to Forest Service: Do Not Cut Permits for Entry to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area 2021-12-13 2021 2021-12 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Upon learning that the Superior National Forest intends to make significant cuts to quotas for entry to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) penned a letter to the United States Forest Service demanding that they not cut permits citing the negative economic repercussions that this decision could have on the surrounding communities. Of this decision, Stauber stated, "Following a record-breaking year, I am incredibly disappointed to learn that the Forest Service plans to cut permits for entry to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, especially since they did not consult those who would be most impacted in this decision: the residents of northeast Minnesota. Cutting permits could deprive up to 40,000 individuals from enjoying America's most visited wilderness, meaning that there will be fewer tanks of gas purchased in our gas stations, fewer lodging reservations, and less patronage of our restaurants. This is the last decision that should be made as my constituents continue to struggle with the impacts of the Biden Administration's inflation crisis. Many residents of Minnesota's Eighth Congressional District have built their livelihoods around the Boundary Waters, so the Forest Service must reconsider this incredibly harmful decision." Read Stauber's letter, HERE. Estimates from news reports and conversations with constituent stakeholders estimate a net loss of around 32 permits per day. Stretched out across a five-month season for most cooperators, that amounts to roughly 4,800 permits per year. Permits can cover groups ranging from one person to parties of nine, meaning that cutting these permits could prohibit up to 40,000 from visiting the Boundary Waters. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-foreign-affairs-committee-passes-combating-international-islamophobia House Foreign Affairs Committee Passes Combating International Islamophobia Act 2021-12-10 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Today the House Foreign Affairs Committee passed the Combating International Islamophobia Act on a party line vote. The bill will be voted on by the full House of Representatives this coming Tuesday, December 14th. The legislation, authored by Reps. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) seeks to address the rise in incidents of Islamophobia worldwide. The bill requires the U.S. State Department to create a Special Envoy for monitoring and combating Islamophobia, and include state-sponsored Islamophobic violence and impunity in the Department's annual human rights reports. The creation of the Special Envoy will help policymakers better understand the interconnected, global problem of anti-Muslim bigotry. It will also establish a comprehensive strategy for establishing U.S. leadership in combatting Islamophobia worldwide. "As the United Nations said this year, anti-Muslim hatred has reached epidemic proportions and every country must take action," said Rep. Omar. "I am excited for the opportunity to bring forth legislation to address this crisis alongside Rep. Jan Schakowsky. I want to thank Chairman Meeks for taking this bill up in the House Foreign Affairs Committee. And we look forward to it passing this bill and sending it to the President's desk." "I am pleased that the Combating International Islamophobia Act was marked up today and is swiftly moving through the House Foreign Affairs Committee," said Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09). "I look forward to voting for it on the House floor. It is more urgent than ever that the U.S. do all it can to combat anti-Muslim hate. The creation of a Special Envoy for Monitoring and Combating Islamophobia is the first step to ensuring the U.S. dedicates the resources necessary to safeguard human rights and religious and cultural freedom around the world. We must also look inward as a nation and address this hatred at home, including in the halls of Congress. I look forward to continue working with my friend and colleague Rep. Ilhan Omar to ensure a sa… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-omar-passes-amendment-house-protecting-democracy-package Rep. Omar Passes Amendment in House Protecting Democracy Package 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Protecting Our Democracy Act, legislation to prevent presidential abuse, increase transparency and accountability measures between Congress and the Executive Branch, and protect our elections from foreign interference. The legislation passed includes an amendment sponsored by Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) to require the extension of whistleblower protections to executive branch interns and fellows. "Today the House took much-needed steps to safeguard our democracy and signaled to the world that American democracy is worth fighting for," said Rep Omar. "This legislation will restore our system of checks and balances, protect our elections, and bolster congressional oversight. I am glad our amendment was also included to extend whistleblower protections and protect those often left behind—interns and fellows. As someone who survived civil conflict, I know personally that we should never take our democracy for granted. This bill is a critical step to preserve and protect our democracy." Click here for bill text. Click here for a fact sheet. Click herefor a section-by-section. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-call-house-leadership-deliver-supply-chain Representative Angie Craig Call on House Leadership to Deliver Supply Chain Solutions 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Representative Angie Craig joined more than 20 of her Democratic colleagues in sending a letter to House leadership calling for additional action on legislation that would ease supply chain bottlenecks and help lower costs for their constituents. As the winter holiday season approaches, the letter urges House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer to turn the House's attention to passing additional legislation that will provide solutions to supply chain disruptions and complement the investments in infrastructure made in the bills already passed by their chamber. Representative Craig is a co-chair of the bipartisan supply chain caucus in Congress. "It is imperative Congress acts to address the needs of the nation through additional action to specifically address the supply chain and resulting higher prices experienced by families across the country," wrote the members. "We respectfully ask that the House swiftly considers the numerous bills written by our colleagues that will support domestic manufacturing and provide additional solutions to our supply chain crisis." The letter was signed by Axne, Lee, Wild, Carolyn Bordeaux (GA-07), Angie Craig (MN-02), Ed Case (HI-01), J. Luis Correa (CA-46), Antonio Delgado (NY-19), Debbie Dingell (MI-12), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), John Garamendi (CA-03), Josh Harder (CA-10), Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Kathy Manning (NC-06), Lucy McBath (GA-06), Tom O'Halleran (AZ-01), Scott Peters (CA-52), Kathleen Rice (NY-04), Bradley Schneider (IL-10), Elissa Slotkin (MI-08), Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), and Haley Stevens (MI-11). The full text of the letter can be found below: December 2, 2021 Speaker Pelosi and Leader Hoyer, We are concerned about the ongoing disruptions to our nation's supply chain, which are causing delays and increasing inflation for our constituents. We are pleased that the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has been signed into law by President Biden and encouraged by the continued work on the Build Back Be… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-senators-klobuchar-and-smith-applaud-biden Representative Angie Craig, Senators Klobuchar and Smith Applaud Biden Administration’s Support for Minnesota Dairy Producers 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig and U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith issued statements applauding the Biden Administration's approval of approximately $580 million in Supplemental Dairy Margin Coverage payments, which will provide enhanced risk management to the small and medium-sized dairy farms still recovering from the COVID-19 public health and economic crisis. Earlier this year, Craig, Klobuchar and Smith to take this action on behalf of dairy producers in Minnesota and across the nation. "Minnesota's hardworking dairy farmers – who are a critical part of our state's agricultural economy – deserve fair and equal access to the federal funds necessary to emerge through this unprecedented and ongoing crisis," said Representative Angie Craig. "We are encouraged by the Biden Administration's announcement, which heeds our call to extend financial relief to the small and medium-sized dairy producers who are in greatest need of support at this time." "Minnesota's dairy farmers are key to keeping our rural areas strong and protecting our nation's food supply," said Senator Klobuchar. "I fought for this federal funding because it is crucial that they are able to recover from the pandemic and continue contributing to communities across the state. I'll keep working to ensure resources are distributed in a timely manner." "Minnesota's dairy farmers play a vital economic role in Minnesota and across the country," said Senator Smith. "Even before they were hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, dairy farmers faced extremely tight margins, market uncertainty, and unfair trade practices. This funding will help get them back on their feet as we emerge from this pandemic. I'll continue fighting for relief for Minnesota agriculture." With strong support from Representative Craig and Senators Klobuchar and Smith, Congress enacted the Supplemental Dairy Margin Coverage program in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 to build on the Dairy Margin Coverage program enacted in the 2018 Farm … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-statement-president-joe-bidens-visit-minnesotas Representative Angie Craig Statement on President Joe Biden’s Visit to Minnesota’s Second Congressional District 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Angie Craig released the following statement in advance of President Joseph Biden's visit to Minnesota's Second Congressional District: "I'm honored to welcome President Biden to Minnesota's Second Congressional District to celebrate our once-in-a-generation investment in our nation's infrastructure. This long-overdue legislation will create millions of good-paying jobs that cannot be outsourced, create strong and sustainable economic growth in our local communities and rebuild Minnesota's crumbling roads and aging bridges – all while shoring up our national supply chain to bring down the cost of living for hardworking Americans. Today's event demonstrates that we're working tirelessly to make good on our promises, and that we're committed to working on a bipartisan basis to get it done." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-angie-craig-and-cindy-axne-lead-statement-biden-administration Representatives Angie Craig and Cindy Axne Lead Statement on Biden Administration Announcement on Renewable Volume Obligations 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representatives Angie Craig and Cindy Axne led a group of House colleagues in releasing the following statement on the Administration's announcement regarding proposed changes to Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Representatives Mark Pocan and Ron Kind joined Craig and Axne in releasing the statement. "After months of unnecessary delay, we are glad that the EPA has released the long-overdue Renewable Volume Obligations. The 2022 number sets the biofuels industry on the right path moving forward. And the end of the abuse of Small Refinery Exemptions – which provide relief to oil companies at the expense of family farmers – is welcome news. These decisions will help lower prices at the pump for hardworking Americans and accelerate the positive role that biofuels can and must play in our effort to decarbonize the transportation sector, tackle climate change and drive economic growth across rural America. However, the proposed decision to retroactively lower the 2020 RVO target does not reflect a sufficient commitment to renewable fuels and family farmers. As we have emphasized in repeated conversations with the Administration, now is the time to invest in renewable biofuels and the communities they support – not to prioritize the interests of fossil fuel companies that continue to ignore the law of the RFS. We look forward to conversations about changing the proposed 2020 RVO number to better reflect the role biofuels must have in our clean energy economy." Representatives Craig, Axne and Pocan are all Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Biofuels Caucus. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressional-progressive-caucus-leaders-urge-senate-block-weapons-sale-saudi Congressional Progressive Caucus Leaders Urge Senate to Block Weapons Sale to Saudi Arabia and End Yemen War 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON — Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and Ilhan Omar (MN-05), whip of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, released the following statement ahead of a Senate vote to block the sale of $650 million in Raytheon air-to-air missiles to Saudi Arabia: "After nearly seven years of war and roughly a quarter of a million people killed, Saudi Arabia continues to relentlessly bomb Yemen and impose a crippling siege on the country, depriving millions of civilians of adequate food, fuel and medicine. The Senate must block this weapons sale and send a clear message to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman: Congress will not tolerate Saudi impunity as it commits war crimes and starves the people of Yemen. "The world's largest humanitarian crisis is escalating. Last month, Saudi Arabia tightened its blockade on Yemen, permitting just 3 percent of the fuel the country needs into Yemen's major port. Saudi warplanes enforce a blockade on Yemen's airspace, threatening to shoot down commercial and humanitarian flights. This has almost completely halted medicine and medical supplies from entering the country, and has amounted to a death sentence for tens of thousands of Yemenis seeking lifesaving treatment abroad. "In 2019, President Biden promised to end the war in Yemen, make the Saudis ‘pay the price' for human rights abuses, and not ‘sell more weapons to them.' But over the past year, while the Biden Administration has publicly urged an easing of Yemen's port restrictions, the U.S. has continued logistical support essential to the deadly Saudi aerial blockade on Yemen. As the Saudis disregard the administration's appeals and restrict fuel imports even further, this unconditional sale of air-to-air missiles threatens to greenlight Saudi conduct and empower Saudi Arabia's offensive military campaign collectively punishing tens of millions of civilians. "We applaud the bipartisan effort to hold Saudi Arabia accountable and help bring the war in Yemen to an end, as w… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-angie-craig-john-joyce-lead-call-gao-review-direct-consumer Representatives Angie Craig, John Joyce Lead Call for GAO Review of Direct-to-Consumer Advertising Practices for Medical Products 2021-12-06 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Angie Craig (D-MN) and John Joyce (R-PA) led 17 of their colleagues in requesting a review of the regulation of Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) advertising practices for prescription medical products. Over the past several years, an increasing number of companies are selling prescription products, such as contact lenses and orthodontics, directly to consumers. While these companies have the potential to increase convenience and lower costs, reports of poor quality or adverse events have raised concerns among consumers and health care providers. In a letter to Comptroller General Gene Dodaro, Craig, Joyce and their colleagues requested that the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) perform a study on the current practices and regulation of this emerging market, which could inform future regulatory and legislative action if needed. "Although selling prescription medical products directly to consumers can create lower costs and increase convenience, the practices of new DTC companies have raised concerns about the safety and regulation of this industry," wrote the Members. "Doctors, former federal regulators and legal experts are concerned that these DTC companies are operating in a regulatory vacuum that could pose risks to public health." "The rise of internet marketing and the push toward a DTC model of healthcare delivery represents a major change within our healthcare system. We are concerned that with the rapid growth of DTC advertising, appropriate regulatory oversight may be falling behind," the members continued. Direct-to-consumer prescription medical products are typically marketed via television, social media, and the internet advertising and represent a shift in healthcare delivery. Within the federal government, these companies are generally regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC). However, neither agency has taken regulatory action against prominent DTC companies that sell prescription medical products tha… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-emmer-introduces-legislation-to-rename-the-avon-post-office-in-honor-of-minnesota-national-guardsman-kort-m-plantenberg Congressman Emmer Introduces Legislation to Rename the Avon Post Office in Honor of Minnesota National Guardsman Kort M. Plantenberg 2021-12-05 2021 2021-12 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – On the second anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash that took the lives of three Minnesota National Guardsmen, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced he will be introducing legislation to rename the Avon post office in honor of Army National Guard Warrant Officer Candidate Kort M. Plantenberg. Representatives Jim Hagedorn (MN-01), Angie Craig (MN-02), Dean Phillips (MN-03), Betty McCollum (MN-04), Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Michelle Fischbach (MN-07), and Pete Stauber (MN-08) will be cosponsoring this legislation. “Kort embodied the very best of Minnesota” Emmer said. “I am proud to honor his legacy by creating a living memorial to him in the community he called home.” Left: Plantenberg in Kuwait, 2018 Right: Congressman Emmer honors the National Guardsmen, December 9, 2019 Warrant Officer Candidate Plantenberg enlisted in the Minnesota National Guard in 2016 as an aircraft electrician and served a nine-month deployment in Kuwait, where his unit provided aerial medical evacuation. Following his deployment, Plantenberg was hired as a federal technician UH60 mechanic at Army Aviation Support Facility #2 in St. Cloud. Kort tragically lost his life alongside fellow Guardsman, Chief Warrant Officer 2 James A. Rogers Jr. and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Charles P. Nord when their helicopter experienced a mid-flight mechanical failure near St. Cloud. Plantenberg was born in St. Cloud in 1991 and raised in Avon. He was a graduate of Albany Area High School and the University of Minnesota –Duluth. Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) will be introducing legislation to rename post offices in honor of Rogers and Nord, both from the Seventh Congressional District. “When people enter military service, it’s as if they gained another family,” said Army Maj. Gen. Shawn Manke of the Minnesota National Guard. “Two years ago, the Minnesota National Guard lost three of its family members and together, with their families, we have mourned their loss. We realize no words can help ease the loss of Warrant Office… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/12/congresswoman-michelle-fischbach-honors-fallen-mn-guardsmen Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach Honors Fallen MN Guardsmen 2021-12-05 2021 2021-12 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – On December 5, 2019, three Minnesota National Guardsmen were tragically killed when their UH-60L Blackhawk helicopter experienced engine failure during their flight. In honor of their memory, Representatives Michelle Fischbach and Tom Emmer are proposing legislation to rename local post offices in their honor. “Today marks the two year anniversary of the tragic UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter crash that killed two of the 7th District’s own, Charles P. Nord, James A. Rogers Jr., and their fellow brother in arms, Kort M. Plantenberg. This week, along with Congressman Emmer, I will be proposing bills to rename post offices in their honor,” said Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach, “This is a humbling day. These young men were taken far too soon, and every little bit we can do as a country to remember them and thank them, though it will never be enough, has value.” Chief Warrant Officer 2 Charles P. Nord was working on building a home in Perham with his wife Kaley, their daughter Lydia, and their unborn son Jack Charles. Shortly after graduating high school in 2007, he enlisted in the MN National Guard. He was selected to Warrant Officer training to qualify for helicopter flight school at Fort Rucker, AL, where he graduated with high honors. Nord and his family moved back to Minnesota where Charles found his calling as a medevac helicopter pilot. In addition to rising to Chief Warrant Officer 2, he was a crop sprayer at Bond Helicopter Service of Perham. He often said he landed his dream job. Friends and family remember him by his quick-witted humor, his ability to brighten anyone’s day, and his incredible love for his family and friends. Chief Warrant Officer 2 James Rogers, Jr. was an outgoing, charismatic young man. He attended Saint James High School and graduated from Saint Cloud State. He joined the MN National Guard in 2009 and went on to complete flight school training in Fort Rucker, AL. Throughout his time in the Guard, he was awarded several medals and ribbons including Army Achievement Medal… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/chair-mccollum-s-floor-statement-fy-22-continuing-resolution Chair McCollum’s Floor Statement on FY 22 Continuing Resolution 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.), Chair of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, today delivered the following remarks on the House Floor regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 Continuing Resolution to prevent a government shutdown and extend funding until February 18, 2022 – more than four months past the start of the fiscal year: "Madam Speaker, we are here today to prevent the Republicans from shutting down the federal government tomorrow. Republicans in the U.S. Senate are holding the FY22 appropriations process hostage by refusing to do any work – let alone negotiate with Democrats. Rather than doing their job of funding the federal government, Senate Republicans want to kick the can down the road, wasting the first four and a half months of the fiscal year. "As Chair of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, it is clear that Republicans are undermining our national security. They are increasing waste and inefficiency. They are weakening our military readiness. And they are sending a signal to our troops and the millions of workers in the defense industry that their needs are not a priority. "The American people should be sick and tired of hearing Republicans in Congress talk about how we need a stronger national defense, while doing everything in their power to weaken our national defense. This is a time of instability in the world. Russia is knocking on the doorstep of Ukraine. China is at the doorstep of Taiwan. There are serious national security threats in the world. "When our adversaries look at Congress, they see Republicans playing political games, rather than investing in research and modernization. What kind of message does that send to our adversaries? What kind of message does that send to the men and women of our military, who we ask to do the toughest jobs while putting their lives on the line? "I am voting for this Continuing Resolution to prevent a Republican shutdown. But I must say, while this CR is necessary, I find it to be an unacceptable outcome. I yield back the balance of my… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-legislation-restoring-equal-access-tribal-homelands-passes-us-house McCollum Legislation Restoring Equal Access to Tribal Homelands Passes U.S. House 2021-12-01 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4352 to amend the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934, reaffirming the authority of the Secretary of Interior to take land into trust for all federally recognized Indian tribes, regardless of the date of their recognition. In the 2009 Carcieri v. Salazar decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the only tribes federally recognized prior to 1934 could have land placed into trust. This decision created a discriminatory two-tier system for the Department of the Interior's fee-to-trust process, and has resulted in inequality, uncertainty, and costly litigation. Since the 2009 opinion, members in both chambers of Congress have introduced bipartisan legislation to restore the original intent of the Indian Reorganization Act. Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04), who introduced H.R. 4352, released the following statement: "Tribal Nations should not be discriminated against because of their date of federal recognition," McCollum said. "That date has no bearing on their existence as sovereign nations – and so it should have no bearing on their right to reestablish their homelands. All federally recognized Tribal Nations must have the same right to place land into trust to support the needs of their communities and strengthen their self-governance. This bill affirms congressional intent that the Indian Reorganization Act authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to place land into trust for all federally recognized Tribal Nations, regardless of their date of recognition. As Members of Congress, it is our duty to honor the federal government's trust and treaty responsibilities, safeguard and empower Native American communities, and protect their treaty rights, lands, assets, and resources now and for generations to come. I thank my colleagues for joining me to finally fix this grave injustice." The President of the National Congress of American Indians, Ms. Fawn Sharp, added: "Carcieri has effectively created two classes of tribal nations, and has overburdened tribal, feder… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-omar-remarks-islamophobia Rep. Omar Remarks on Islamophobia 2021-12-01 2021 2021-12 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper In case you missed it, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) provided remarks on Islamophobia yesterday at a press conference. You can view the remarks below. "Thank you all for being here. In the days following the tragic terror attacks of September 11th, a Muslim EMT with the New York Fire Department named Mohammad Salman Hamdani was reported missing. His mother Talat, desperate to find her son, appealed directly to the President of the United States for help. But instead of assistance or sympathy, she received suspicion. The CIA came to his family home and confiscated photos. The NYPD put up wanted flyers for him. Their Member of Congress interrogated them, saying Salman could be detained if found. The media swarmed their home, with one tabloid headline reading "Missing or Hiding?" under a photo of Salman. Six months later, Mohammad Salman Hamdani's remains and medical equipment were discovered at ground zero, Salman, it turned out, saw the smoke coming out of the towers and hurried to the scene to help victims on that tragic day. After 6 months, his name was finally cleared and he was recognized as the hero that he was. Not all of us are as heroic as Salman Hamdani, but nearly every Muslim American has experienced this type of suspicion in their lives. "Five years later, when the first Muslim-American, Keith Ellison, was elected to Congress, his Republican colleagues sent a letter saying America needs to quote--"wake up" or else there will "likely be many more Muslims elected to office." And he was told on live TV to quote— "prove …that you are not working with our enemies." "My own experience was similar. When I first ran for public office, I was told I had to take off my hijab if I ever wanted to win. It was too Muslim, the thinking went. When I did win, my colleague Steve King claimed another member said of my hijab: "Four pounds of c-4 under that would wipe out half of Congress. "The truth is that Islamophobia pervades our culture, our politics and even policy decisions. Cable news hosts and leading politicians in … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ilhan-omar-statement-conversation-rep-lauren-boebert Rep. Ilhan Omar Statement on Conversation with Rep. Lauren Boebert 2021-11-29 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Today, Rep. Ilhan Omar released the following statement after she spoke with Rep. Lauren Boebert. "Today, I graciously accepted a call from Rep. Lauren Boebert in the hope of receiving a direct apology for falsely claiming she met me in an elevator, suggesting I was a terrorist, and for a history of anti-Muslim hate. Instead of apologizing for her Islamophobic comments and fabricated lies, Rep. Boebert refused to publicly acknowledge her hurtful and dangerous comments. She instead doubled down on her rhetoric and I decided to end the unproductive call. "I believe in engaging with those we disagree with respectfully, but not when that disagreement is rooted in outright bigotry and hate. "To date, the Republican Party leadership has done nothing to condemn and hold their own members accountable for repeated instances of anti-Muslim hate and harassment. This is not about one hateful statement or one politician; it is about a party that has mainstreamed bigotry and hatred. It is time for Republican Leader McCarthy to actually hold his party accountable." Background: Rep. Omar is subject to routine death threats and plots on her life, often responding to anti-Muslim rhetoric. Anti-Muslim hate is on the rise both here at home and around the world. In 2019, a white supremacist opened fire at multiple mosques in New Zealand, killing over 50 people. This summer, we witnessed a deadly anti-Muslim attack wipe out three generations of a Muslim family in Canada. This year has seen over 500 incidents of hate in the U.S. This included a sudden rise in anti-mosque incidents in May and June involving cases of vandalism and an attempted stabbing, and several physical assaults targeting Muslim women wearing hijabs. In October, Rep. Omar introduced the Combating International Islamophobia Act, legislation to address the rise in incidents of Islamophobia worldwide that requires the State Department to create a Special Envoy for monitoring and combating Islamophobia. Rep. Boebert has demonstrated a clear pattern … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/a-message-of-thanks A Message of Thanks 2021-11-24 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper In my family, as I’m sure in many of yours, Thanksgiving carries with it a number of traditions year after year. The same prayer before the same meal, the same jokes and the same stories told for decades. The traditions, like the people, are part of what makes Thanksgiving special. Over time, though, new faces have been added around the table. My wife, Jacquie, and I have welcomed seven wonderful children to liven up the Thanksgiving holiday over the years. One by one, they have started to bring their significant others with them to dinner. This year, there will be four generations of Emmer’s together at our Thanksgiving table. I couldn’t be more grateful. Despite the joys of gathering, this year has not been without its stresses. As American families sit down to their most expensive Thanksgiving dinner ever, rising costs across the board will stretch paychecks and make the holidays more challenging for everyone. Regardless, we still have so many reasons to be thankful. Rebounding from the unprecedented challenges brought on by COVID and drought conditions, Minnesota’s farmers and ranchers continued to provide food and ensure our shelves are stocked. Our truck drivers and freight operators are working around the clock to keep us connected and our economy moving. And in every community, small businesses remain the pillar of growth and opportunity that reminds us of life before the pandemic and keep us optimistic for what lies ahead. We must also never forget the sacrifice of our brave men and women in uniform, who are the reason we are able to enjoy such a holiday. For all the old and new faces around the dinner table, there are over 1.4 million active-duty Americans who might not be able to share this holiday with their family. My sons Joe and Bill are currently serving in the Navy and Marine Corps, and Jacquie and I could not be prouder of the sacrifices they, like so many others, have chosen to make. So, as we gather with family and friends, welcome new faces and tell old stories, please take a moment to th… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-urges-president-biden-tap-strategic-petroleum Representative Angie Craig Urges President Biden to Tap into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve 2021-11-23 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Representative Angie Craig and a group of her House Democratic colleagues sent a letter to President Biden urging him to tap into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) and reinstate a ban on crude oil exports to bring down high gasoline and fuel prices in the United States. In the letter, Craig and her colleagues argued that a ban on oil exports coupled with a release from the SPR could boost domestic supplies and further lower energy prices for consumers. "We write to express support for your actions to help Americans who are burdened with high gasoline and fuel prices. We know ensuring affordable and reliable energy is a top priority for your administration," wrote the Members. "We must use all tools at our disposal to bring down gasoline prices in the short term" The members' letter follows outreach from Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), who also called on the Biden Administration to take immediate action to address rising energy costs in the United States. Craig was joined in sending the letter by Representatives Ro Khanna (CA-17), Cindy Axne (IA-03), Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), Jared Huffman (CA-02), Barbara Lee (CA-13), Katie Porter (CA-45), and Abigail Spanberger (VA-07). You can find the full text of the letter below. November 22, 2021 The Honorable Joseph R. Biden President The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear President Biden: We write to express support for your actions to help Americans who are burdened with high gasoline and fuel prices. We know ensuring affordable and reliable energy is a top priority for your administration. We must use all tools at our disposal to bring down gasoline prices in the short term. We agree with Senator Reed and our other colleagues in the Senate that have called for a ban on crude oil exports and a release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The price of oil is significantly affected by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). OPEC is manipulating gas prices by constraining… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/11/rep-fischbach-introduces-the-promoting-ties-with-taiwan-act Rep. Fischbach Introduces the Promoting Ties with Taiwan Act 2021-11-23 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) and Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) introduced the Promoting Ties with Taiwan Act, a bipartisan bill that will encourage growth of relations between Taiwan and new international partners. The bill would require the Secretary of State to develop a strategy to help Taiwan foster new bonds of friendship and trading connections around the world to prevent Taiwan’s isolation. “Taiwan is a valued friend and an important trading partner for the United States. I’m proud to propose concrete steps that our government can take towards encouraging similar relationships between Taiwan and other countries around the world,” said Rep. Fischbach. “I hope to see a cascade of new friendships for the Taiwanese founded on mutual respect and trade benefits.” “Taiwan is one of our leading partners in the Asia-Pacific. Our bill will deploy America’s diplomatic strength to reduce the coercive influences designed to isolate Taiwan by requiring the State Department to help Taiwan foster closer relations with the rest of the world,” said Rep. Peters. “Peace in the Taiwan Strait is an enduring security interest for the United States, Taiwan, allies, and partners committed to a rules-based international order that promotes the prosperity and interests of all. It is an honor to help introduce this bipartisan legislation and I look forward to leading this effort with my colleagues." "Taiwan's rapid economic growth and remarkable transition to democracy make it a global success story -- one that can serve as an example for other nations to emulate. Taiwan can help -- but is too often prevented from doing so by Communist China's relentless and irrational campaign of bullying and checkbook diplomacy," said Rep. Tiffany. "This legislation is an important step toward helping Taiwan overcome those obstacles to share its expertise and it's goodwill around the world." “I am proud to stand with my colleagues as an original co-sponsor of the Promoting Ties with Taiwan Act. A strong … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/11/reps-fischbach-rice-meng-mast-luria-zeldin-lead-bipartisan-letter-in-support-of-israel-s-participation-in-visa-waiver-program Reps. Fischbach, Rice, Meng, Mast, Luria, Zeldin Lead Bipartisan Letter in Support of Israel’s Participation in Visa Waiver Program 2021-11-23 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON–U.S. Representatives Michelle Fischbach (MN-07), Kathleen Rice (NY-04), Grace Meng (NY-06), Brian Mast (FL-18), Elaine Luria (VA-02), and Lee Zeldin (NY-01) today sent a bipartisan letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas in support of Israel’s participation in U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Israel is under consideration to be added to the program after it was discussed in a bilateral meeting between President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett in August. In their letter, the Members urged the expeditious addition of Israel to the VWP and requested an update to Congress on the status of current negotiations. If accepted, Israel would join a group of allies who already benefit from participation in the program, including Australia, South Korea, Spain, the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, Singapore, Taiwan, France, and Greece. “Israel’s participation in this program would grow the U.S. economy, strengthen national security at each of our borders, and increase opportunities for people-to-people exchange, which bolsters our already unique bilateral relationship,” the Members wrote in their letter. In addition to Fischbach, Rice, Meng, Mast, Luria, and Zeldin, the letter was signed by the following 52 members of Congress: Auchincloss (MA-04), Bacon (NE-02), Banks (IN-03), Bilirakis (FL-12), Brown (MD-04), Budd (NC-13), Cammack (FL-03), Costa (CA-16), Craig (MN-02), Deutch (FL-22), Diaz-Balart (FL-25), Garbarino (NY-02), Gonzalez (OH-16), Gottheimer (NJ-05), Graves (LA-06), Griffith (VA-09), Jacobs (NY-27), Joyce (OH-14), Keller (PA-12), Kim (CA-39), Kustoff (TN-08), Lamb (PA-17), Mann (KS-01), Manning (NC-06), McKinley (WV-01), Meijer (MI-03), Miller-Meeks, M.D. (IA-02), Moolenaar (MI-04), Murphy (FL-07), Pallone Jr. (NJ-06), Panetta (CA-20), Phillips (MN-03), Quigley (IL-05), Reschenthaler (PA-14), Salazar (FL-27), Schrader (OR-05), Sherman (CA-30), Smith (NE-03), Smith (NJ-04), Strickland (WA-… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-statement-house-passage-build-back-better-act Representative Angie Craig Statement on House Passage of the Build Back Better Act 2021-11-19 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Angie Craig released the following statement following House passage of the Build Back Better Act. "I'm pleased that the Build Back Better Act contains a number of my district's priorities to expand access and lower the cost of healthcare, invest in working families and provide support to rural communities and family farmers. I'm especially pleased that this bill is fully paid for and that all indications are that it will actually help reduce the deficit." The specifics of those priorities include: Expand access and lower the cost of healthcare: Empowers Medicare to negotiate lower drug prices for certain drugs, caps out-of-pocket spending on prescription drugs for seniors at $2,000 per year and caps the cost of insulin at $35 a month Extends through 2025 the enhanced premium tax credits in the ACA Closes the Medicaid coverage gap by providing access to affordable coverage in the ACA marketplace to millions of Americans who live in states that did not previously expand Medicaid Creates a federal reinsurance program – written by Craig – which would lower health care premiums for millions of Minnesotans who purchase through the ACA's individual market Invest in working families: Establishes a paid family and medical leave program, providing four weeks of paid parental, family caregiving, and medical leave. Provides pre-K for three-and four-year-olds Extends the Child Tax Credit which will benefit 35 million middle-class American families and 146,000 children in the second district Caps the cost of child care at 7% of income for working families who make up to $270,000 annually in Minnesota Support to rural communities and family farmers: Invests $1 billion in biofuels infrastructure Extends the biodiesel tax credit through 2026 Provides nearly $1 billion for a Rural Partnership Program Includes $2 billion for the Rural Energy for America Program 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-statement-on-hr-5376 Emmer Statement on H.R. 5376 2021-11-19 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Today, following the passage of H.R. 5376, Congressman Emmer issued the following statement: "The Congressional Budget Office made clear that this multi-trillion-dollar spending bill adds hundreds of billions of dollars to our debt, adding to the inflationary pressures hurting every American household. This is not the time to be imposing new taxes and new mandates on our job creators, yet President Biden and Speaker Pelosi continue to push an out-of-touch agenda that will lead to higher prices and more government involvement in the lives of the American people." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/11/rep-fischbach-introduced-stop-the-grinch-act Rep. Fischbach introduced STOP the GRINCH Act 2021-11-19 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper By Omri Nahmias A bipartisan group of House members sent a letter to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, urging them to add Israel to the Visa Waiver Program. Representatives Lee Zeldin (R-New York), Kathleen Rice (D-New York), Michelle Fischbach (R-Minnesota), Grace Meng (D-New York), Brian Mast (R-Florida) and Elaine Luria (D-Virginia) spearheaded the letter, with an additional 52 members signing it. “We write to you in support of Israel’s participation in US Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Visa Waiver Program (VWP), which allows citizens and nationals of participating countries to travel to the United States for up to 90 days without obtaining a visa,” the lawmakers wrote on Monday. “We are encouraged by Secretary Mayorkas’s remarks last month confirming that Israel is in the ‘pipeline’ to be added to the program. These remarks follow a bilateral meeting in August between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, where Israel’s participation in the VWP was discussed.” According to the lawmakers, Israeli travelers account for $1.2 billion in spending annually, with an average of $4,000 in personal spending per trip. “Israel’s participation in this program would grow the US economy, strengthen national security at each of our borders, and increase opportunities for people-to-people exchange, which bolsters our already unique bilateral relationship,” the letter reads. “We know you share in the goal of ensuring that the benefits that the Visa Waiver Program promises to US tourism, to our country’s national security, and to the US-Israel relationship are realized. We therefore urge you to expediently add Israel to the Visa Waiver Program and provide an update to Congress on the status of the current negotiations.” Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked met with Mayorkas last week to discuss the visa waiver, and said afterward that the process to grant visa exemptions will not be finished before 2023. “There is a mutual desire for this to su… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/11/rep-fischbach-votes-no-on-democrats-social-spending-bill Rep. Fischbach Votes NO on Democrats’ Social Spending Bill 2021-11-19 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C.- Tonight, H.R. 5376, the Democrats’ $1.7 trillion social spending bill, narrowly passed the House of Representatives. Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) released the following statement after voting against this legislation: “The spending in this bill will exacerbate already record-high inflation. It will increase tax audits on small businesses. It provides amnesty and payouts to illegal immigrants. It does not have Hyde Amendment protections included anywhere, directly acting against the of millions of Americans who do not want their tax dollars to fund abortions. And, the tax cuts in this bill will overwhelmingly favor the very wealthy, while middle-income households are likely to see an increase in their taxes. This bill is no what the country needs now and it proves how little regard Democrats in Washington have for the American people.” As always, my office is open and ready to serve constituents of Minnesota's Seventh Congressional District! Please do not hesitate to get in touch if there is anything I can do to help. Have a great weekend! 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ilhan-omar-statement-build-back-better-act Rep. Ilhan Omar Statement on the Build Back Better Act 2021-11-19 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) released the following statement after voting for the Build Back Better Act in the House. "From the beginning of this process, progressives have put our votes on the line to deliver needed relief to our constituents in the Build Back Better Act, and today we got the opportunity to pass it out of the House. "Minnesotans are facing the biggest housing affordability crisis in the country, a massive racial wealth and education gap, and a childcare affordability crisis. The Build Back Better Act is our opportunity to address this. Minnesotans spend an average of over $16,000 a year on childcare—as much as they spend on mortgage payments—and Build Back Better would address it. The Twin Cities has the worst housing shortage in the entire country—and Build Back Better would create a housing acquisition fund to address it. We need good union jobs, and Build Back Better would invest in a civilian climate corps, and home health care workers paying fair wages. My constituents need the Build Back Better Act, and they can't wait any longer. "Now it is on the Senate to act. Promises have never been enough. We need a vote in the Senate to deliver these investments to the American people as quickly as possible." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-votes-no-biden-and-pelosi-s-multi-trillion-tax-and-spend-package Stauber Votes NO on Biden and Pelosi’s Multi-Trillion Tax-and-Spend Package 2021-11-19 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) made the following statement after voting against Democrats' multi-trillion tax-and-spend package: "From skyrocketing inflation to severe supply chain disruptions, the United States of America is in a constant state of crisis due to the failed policies of the Biden Administration. "Unfortunately, instead of working together to put this country back on the right path, Joe Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and their allies in Congress are doubling down on this failed agenda by pushing a tax-and-spend package that will fundamentally change America and make problems we are facing even worse. "It's the content – not just the cost – of this legislation that is especially dangerous for American families and our economy. Some of the worst provisions included in this package would: Implement one of the largest tax increases in our nation's history. Hire 87,000 new IRS agents to target ordinary Americans. Perpetuate labor shortages by eliminating work requirements to receive welfare benefits for able bodied adults – at a time when there are over 10.4 million job openings. Impede and ban domestic energy and mineral production, increasing our dependency on OPEC, China, and Russia. Permit the taxpayer funding of abortion. Give amnesty to illegal aliens, further incentivizing illegal immigration and worsening the border crisis. "Make no mistake, this bill will hit working families the hardest by raising taxes and causing inflation to soar to new heights. While coastal elites might not notice more price hikes at the gas pump or checkout line, working families in Minnesota's Eighth Congressional District most certainly will. My constituents deserve better, which is why I voted NO." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-presses-head-postal-service-harmful-changes-could Representative Angie Craig Presses Head of Postal Service on Harmful Changes that Could Lead to Holiday Shipping Delays 2021-11-18 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig expressed concern with recent decisions made by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, which she argued could worsen conditions that are leaving millions of Americans concerned about mail and package delivery during peak holiday season. In her letter, Craig questioned the efficacy of the Postal Service's recent rate increases for retail customers, which have not led to improved services or faster delivery times. She also criticized DeJoy's Delivering for America plan, which would impose strict cutbacks to the Postal Service – which would result in harmful delays and reduced services for millions of Americans, particularly those in rural America. "Americans across the country are anxiously awaiting the holiday season to safely gather with friends and families after another trying year. They deserve to have all of their mail arrive on time - not only packages containing gifts or holiday goodies or cards, but also prescription drugs or business payments," wrote Representative Craig. "I'm particularly concerned about the rural communities and constituents I represent. I'm thankful for our mail carriers and postal workers, but my constituents need to know their prescriptions or Social Security checks will be delivered on time or that the package they send their loved ones serving in the military overseas will arrive for the holidays." In order to ensure that there will not be further costly delays for families in Minnesota, Craig requested that DeJoy provide updates on how the Postal Service was working to avoid delays, what changes may be needed to accommodate peak holiday shipping and what USPS's plans were to better serve customers and counteract recent failures. You can find the full text of the letter Document and below. November 18, 2021 The Honorable Louis DeJoy Postmaster General United States Postal Service 475 L'Enfant Plaza, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20260 Dear Postmaster General DeJoy, The United States Postal Service is an integral part of our l… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-offers-resolution-honoring-national-rural-mental-health-day Emmer Offers Resolution Honoring National Rural Mental Health Day 2021-11-18 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) offered a resolution expressing support for the designation of November 18, 2021, as “National Rural Mental Health Day.” “The National Center for Health Statistics reported the 2017 suicide rate for the most rural counties was 1.8 times higher than the suicide rate for the most urban counties. Statistics like this should cause alarm and inspire action,” said Emmer. “Currently, there is a chronic shortage of mental health professionals in rural communities, and residents must often travel long distances to receive the services they desperately need. Congress should be committed to addressing these health care shortages and ensuring every corner of America has the resources it needs,” Emmer concluded. The resolution raises awareness for our rural communities and commits the House of Representatives to the following initiatives: designating November 18, 2021, as National Rural Mental Health Day; addressing disparities in mental healthcare across the country, including in rural America; and maintaining continued support for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network and other programs that aid struggling individuals in our rural communities. Background: Congressman Emmer has long fought to secure mental health resources for rural Americans. In 2018, Congressman Emmer introduced the STRESS Act to address the lack of mental health resources available in rural areas, specifically individuals who work in agriculture, an industry that has long suffered from higher rates of depression and suicide. The STRESS Act reauthorized the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN), a program that was first created in 2008 but lapsed due to a lack of funding. The STRESS Act passed as part of the 2018 Farm Bill, renewing the FRSAN and moving America one step closer to addressing this crisis. Since then, Emmer has led the way to provide continued funding for this program in each appropriations cycle. In addition, Congressman Emmer has advocated for telehealth ser… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-votes-historic-human-infrastructure-bill-invest-america-s-future McCollum Votes for Historic Human Infrastructure Bill to Invest in America’s Future 2021-11-18 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement today after voting to pass H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act: "The bill House Democrats passed today will create transformative change in the lives of Minnesotans and all Americans. Making health care, child care, education, and housing more accessible and more affordable is essential for Minnesota families and businesses to thrive. I proudly voted for the Build Back Better Act to fix these gaps and make investments that will benefit not just individual families, but our entire nation. "This bill will help combat the skyrocketing costs of prescription drugs while also expanding access to quality health care. It will finally address the unmet needs of millions of Americans who seek care for a loved one. The pandemic has made it clear: there is a gaping hole in our economic system without support for caregiving. Families should not have to decide between caring for loved ones and maintaining steady employment. "Finally, addressing the climate crisis is the challenge of our time, and this bill makes the largest investment in history to fight the worst climate impacts, improve community resilience, grow the clean energy economy, and show the next generation we care about making sure they inherit a habitable planet. "No one making under $400,000 will pay more in taxes, but these investments will be fully paid for – by closing tax loopholes to ensure corporations and the wealthiest Americans finally pay their fair share. It's time to make the economy work for everyone, and not just those at the very top. As the Build Back Better Act heads to the U.S. Senate for consideration, I urge my colleagues to swiftly pass this bill and join us in investing in America's future." This transformative package will: Lower Health Care Costs: negotiating lower drug costs for seniors; halting Big Pharma's outrageous price hikes above inflation; and expanding the ACA to make coverage more affordable for those who buy insurance on their own. Lower Child Ca… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-and-bergman-introduce-house-resolution-expressing-support-role-great Stauber and Bergman Introduce House Resolution Expressing Support for the Role Great Lakes Shipping Can Play in Alleviating the Supply Chain Crisis 2021-11-18 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) and Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01) introduced a House Resolution expressing support for the Great Lakes shipping industry and the important role that this industry can play in alleviating President Biden's supply chain crisis. Of his Resolution, Stauber stated, "Currently, scores of ships from around the world are waiting in waters off the coast of California, leaving shelves across the country bare and causing consumer prices to skyrocket. While top officials within the Biden White House dismiss this issue as a ‘high class problem' and continue to ignore the matter, Americans from every walk of life are experiencing the supply chain crisis firsthand. As the Representative of the largest freshwater port in the world, I know the thousands of workers who make up the Great Lakes shipping industry can play a part in resolving this matter, which is why I am proud to introduce this House Resolution with Rep. Bergman today." Bergman stated, "Never underestimate the Great Lakes. With President Biden's supply chain crisis hitting home in every sense of the word, there is no better time than now to highlight the capacity of our Great Lakes ports and shipping industry. I'm introducing this resolution with Rep. Stauber, a fellow Great Lakes representative, because we know the hardworking men and women who drive Great Lakes shipping and support our local economies stand ready as an example of industry efficiency." See a link to the resolution, HERE. The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway navigation system handles 160 million tons of cargo annually. While West Coast ports have experienced delays and a collapse of basic supply chain operations, Great Lakes ports over the same period have not experienced delays or backups. The introduction of this Resolution comes one day before Congressman Stauber is set to host a supply chain roundtable, where one of the topics will center around the need to expand Great Lakes shipping to increase the importing and exporting of goo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-presses-biden-administration-ensure-underserved Representative Angie Craig Presses Biden Administration to Ensure Underserved Communities Gain Access to Remote Work, Telehealth and Distance Learning 2021-11-17 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Representative Angie Craig called on the Biden Administration to ensure the effective and appropriate implementation of a program designed to ensure that every American has access to high-quality and affordable broadband internet connection. The program, which was enacted by Congress as part of the American Rescue Plan, will provide $10 billion to state and tribal governments to ensure all communities can take part in remote work, telehealth and distance learning – all of which have become especially vital due to COVID-19. In a letter addressed to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, who has been charged with overseeing the Capital Projects Fund, Craig urged the Administration to ensure local communities were aware of the upcoming deadline for applications and to ensure that relevant federal agencies could assist with the approval and disbursement process. "Getting this new program right is vitally important. As you are no doubt aware, too many people in the United States lack access to the quality, modern infrastructure needed over the last 19 months. Distance learning, telehealth and remote work all require reliable, accessible and affordable broadband," wrote Representative Craig. "As a member of the House Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth tasked with representing the voices of this nation's family farmers and rural families, I see the urgent need for increased broadband and modern infrastructure investments every day," Craig continued. "Too many of the people in my Congressional District and across rural America lack even rudimentary access to the internet." The COVID-19 public health emergency reinforced the idea that communities without access to high-quality modern infrastructure, including broadband internet access, face impediments to fully participating in aspects of daily life, such as remote work, telehealth, and distance learning. The Department of Treasury launched the Capital Projects Fund to allow state and tribal governments to invest… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-senator-tina-smith-announce-federal-grant-scott Representative Angie Craig, Senator Tina Smith Announce Federal Grant for Scott County US 169 Interchange Project 2021-11-17 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig and U.S. Senator Tina Smith announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $8 million in federal grant funding for the US 169 & Highway 282/County Highway 9 Interchange Project in Scott County. Earlier this year, the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant application was submitted by Scott County and their project partners, which include the City of Jordan and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). Following the drafting and submission of the application, the project was championed in Washington by Representative Craig and Senator Smith. The project, once completed, will replace the last signalized highway intersection within 50 miles of the Twin Cities with an interchange, creating a 75 mile stoplight free zone to improve a key interregional corridor in Minnesota that is essential for commuters, local residents and businesses' economic success and vitality in the project area and region. "After years of hard work and advocacy, I am proud to announce that Scott County has been awarded $8 million for the US 169 Interchange project, which will create good paying jobs in Scott County, make our community safer and grow our economy by improving a critical economic corridor that connects Minnesota businesses with customers throughout the state and across the globe," said Representative Craig. "The benefits of this project will ripple far beyond Scott County, particularly for rural portions of my district that rely on this corridor to transport their products and agricultural commodities to market. I am grateful for the tireless work of my local partners in Scott County, the City of Jordan and the Minnesota Department of Transportation, particularly Commissioner Barb Weckman Brekke, Mayor Mike Franklin and Highway 169 Corridor Coalition Chair Kevin Burkart." "Today's news is a win not just for Scott County, but for the hundreds of thousands of hard working Minnesotans who rely on this corrid… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-introduces-legislation-to-prioritize-mental-health-care-for-women-who-experience-pregnancy-loss Emmer Introduces Legislation to Prioritize Mental Health Care for Women Who Experience Pregnancy Loss 2021-11-17 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced legislation to intensify the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) focus on helping women cope with the loss of a child during pregnancy. The Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act directs the NIH to prioritize resources and research into clinical mental health complications following a pregnancy loss, including miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion. “The loss of a child takes a terrible toll on the mental and emotional well-being of the mother. For those who experience a miscarriage, stillbirth, or an abortion, the pain and grief can be unimaginable. Of all the federal resources directed to the NIH each year for medical research, little is allocated to understand and identify treatment for mental health conditions following a pregnancy loss,” said Emmer. “As thousands of women confront these tragic situations each year, it is important that we continue to better our understanding of the mental health complications and improve the delivery of treatment and care for those who are suffering,” Emmer concluded. Background: Pregnancy loss can have severe and long-term effects on the mental and emotional well-being of a woman. What little study done at the federal level shows that symptoms of mental and emotional distress after a pregnancy loss can include depression, intense grief, substance abuse, sleep disturbances, and difficulty with relationships. As with any clinical health issue, additional research can unlock new ways to help individuals struggling to cope with the mental health challenges following the loss of a child. The Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act requires the National Institutes of Health to coordinate with other national research institutes to determine what care is needed for individuals who have experienced pregnancy loss. This includes: Developing improved screening and diagnostic techniques for women who may be more likely to experience severe mental health challenges following the loss of a child, Developing in… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-omar-joins-rep-tlaibs-reintroduction-resolution-calling-government-action Rep. Omar Joins Rep. Tlaib's Reintroduction of Resolution Calling for Government Action to Mitigate Violence Against Women in Politics 2021-11-17 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-13), along with Congresswomen Cori Bush (MO-01), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), and Jackie Speier (CA-14), introduced a House resolution recognizing that violence against women in politics is a global phenomenon and that more research should be conducted to examine its extent and effects in the United States. The resolution, endorsed by National Democratic Institute (NDI), also calls on the U.S. government to adopt policies that promote women's political participation and help mitigate violence against women in politics in the United States and abroad. "…women have been on the frontlines of social justice movements around the world and throughout our Nation's history…[and]…violence against women in politics is a specific, gendered phenomenon stemming from a resistance to women's increased political participation and intending to undermine women as political actors," portions of the resolution read. The introduction comes after a Republican Congressman, Representative Paul Gosar (AZ-04), posted a manipulated video on his social media accounts depicting himself killing Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and attacking President Joseph Biden. The video – which also spread hateful, false, xenophobic rhetoric about immigrants – was posted on the Congressman's official Instagram account using taxpayer funds allocated by the House of Representatives, in effect using taxpayer dollars to incite violence against elected officials. According to the 2018 Violence Against Women in Politics Report by UN Women and UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, women of color appear to be disproportionately affected by it and risks of political engagement are likely higher for women of marginalized communities. A recent study of U.S. mayors, which found that female mayors are more likely than men to experience most types of violence and abuse, also indicates such incidents are not out of the ordinary for women in U.S. p… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-s-credit-union-governance-modernization-act-passes-committee Emmer’s Credit Union Governance Modernization Act Passes Committee 2021-11-16 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer’s (MN-06) Credit Union Governance Modernization Act was adopted by the House Financial Services Committee by a unanimous vote. It now awaits consideration by the full House of Representatives. The Credit Union Governance Modernization Act (H.R. 2311) updates credit union practices and improves employee and member safety. Specifically, the legislation modifies the credit union member expulsion process while ensuring a fair procedure for reinstatement. Current law requires a federal credit union to hold a vote of its entire membership before it can expel a member who engages in egregious, dangerous, or illegal conduct. This can include physical damage to property, harassment, or threats. The Credit Union Governance Modernization Act broadens the ability to expel members for cause and streamlines the expulsion and reinstatement process. “Today, the House Financial Services Committee took a step to improve the safety of credit unions across the nation. My home state of Minnesota has already taken steps to enact changes similar to what the Committee agreed upon today. It’s critical we make credit unions safer for both employees and their members,” said Emmer. “Our community financial institutions are already facing difficulties navigating burdensome regulations as they support their local neighborhoods and businesses, and we need to take steps to make their vital work easier. This nonpartisan legislation will ensure our main street credit unions have the tools to succeed. I hope this legislation will advance past the House floor soon,” Emmer concluded. Read the Credit Union Governance Modernization here. This bill is supported by the Minnesota Credit Union Network, the Credit Union National Association, the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions, and Public Citizen. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-presses-house-leadership-support-small-businesses Representative Angie Craig Presses House Leadership to Support Small Businesses Still Struggling during COVID-19 Pandemic 2021-11-15 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig pushed Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer to take immediate action to support small businesses in Minnesota and across the country that are still reeling from the COVID-19 pandemic. In her letter, Representative Craig noted that small businesses account for 99.9% of all firms in the United States – and more than 60% of net job creation over the past 25 years. Arguing that small businesses make up the backbone of the American economy, Craig urged for expanding and extending relief programs targeting small business, specifically the Restaurant Revitalization Fund and the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program. "I'm hearing from small business owners across my district every single day about the struggles they have faced over the past year and a half. Businesses that have been around for generations are at-risk of permanent closure – and newly opened businesses are still struggling to get their feet underneath them," said Representative Craig. "Congress has a duty to assist our struggling small businesses as they face continued restrictions, supply chain disruptions, reduced operating capacity, and the ongoing threat of surging COVID-19 cases. In March, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan, which included $16 billion for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Program and $28.6 billion for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. However, those programs and several others were overwhelmed by demand, leaving thousands of businesses across the country without the financial support they deserve. Craig has repeatedly called for the replenishment of those funds and the extension of those programs to ensure that every struggling business can access the relief to which they are entitled. You can find the full text of the letter and below. November 15, 2021 The Honorable Nancy Pelosi The Honorable Steny Hoyer Speaker Majority Leader U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-and-trone-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-restore-benefits-to-defrauded-veterans-and-their-families Emmer and Trone Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Restore Benefits to Defrauded Veterans and Their Families 2021-11-15 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. — On Friday, U.S. Representatives David Trone (MD-06) and Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced legislation to ensure that veterans who fall victim to fraud receive proper reimbursement. Current law states that if a veteran passes away before their fraudulent case is resolved, their family can’t seek reimbursement for the misused dollars. The Restoring Benefits to Defrauded Veterans Act would allow families and beneficiaries of a deceased veteran to reclaim defrauded dollars. “It is unacceptable that when a defrauded veteran perishes before they are able to recover what was taken, those funds remain unreturned to the veteran’s family or beneficiaries,” said Rep. Emmer. “Congress can and should ensure that in these unfortunate cases the funds are returned to a veteran’s loved ones. This legislation will solve that problem while honoring our veterans and their sacrifices.” “I want to do everything I can to help veterans and their families who have experienced fraud,” said Congressman Trone. “Falling victim to fraud is bad enough, but what’s even worse is when that money is never returned. These folks have sacrificed so much to serve their country honorably, the least we can do is ensure that their families are reimbursed for the benefits after they’ve passed on.” The Restoring Benefits to Defrauded Veterans Act was endorsed by The American Legion, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Wounded Warrior Project. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/11/rep-fischbach-proposes-legislation-renaming-two-post-offices-in-her-district Rep. Fischbach Proposes Legislation Renaming Two Post Offices in Her District 2021-11-15 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Friday, Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) led the entire Minnesota House delegation in introducing two bipartisan bills to rename post offices in the 7th Congressional District. “I’m proud to have the support of the Minnesota delegation in renaming two post offices after local heroes,” said Rep. Fischbach. “These bills would rename the Vergas Post Office after Jon Glawe, a veteran who dedicated 36 years to delivering mail in Vergas, taking over the route of his late father, and the Oklee Post Office for Coya Knutson in honor of the first female elected to Congress from Minnesota.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-and-tiffany-introduce-legislation-help-american-seniors-weather-biden Stauber and Tiffany Introduce Legislation to Help American Seniors Weather the Biden Inflation Crisis 2021-11-15 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) and Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) introduced the Inflation Transparency for Seniors Act to provide American seniors with an inflation projection in order to help them better plan for their future. Specifically, this legislation will add the Congressional Budget Office's calculated inflation forecast to every Social Security Report. Of this legislation, Congressman Stauber stated, "With inflation recently reaching a 31-year-high thanks to Biden's destructive economic policies, many Americans are left wondering how they should manage their personal finances. This is especially true for our seniors, many of whom live on a fixed income. America's seniors deserve better. By introducing legislation that will provide seniors with transparency on inflation projections, this legislation will not only help them better plan for their future, but it will also help hold any Administration accountable for enacting policies that place undue financial burden on the American people." Congressman Tiffany stated, "The American people deserve transparency. With the Democrats' excessive spending fueling runaway inflation and impacting Americans' kitchen table budgets, the Inflation Transparency for Seniors Act will require the government to provide seniors with projections to gain a better understanding of the implications of big government socialist spending plans. Rising costs are burdening all Americans, especially those living on a fixed income." BACKGROUND: The Labor Department recently reported that during the month of October, consumer prices spiked at their fastest pace in more than thirty years. As inflation reaches a 31-year-high, the Biden Administration has been pushing trillions more in spending that will cause this inflation crisis to worsen. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ilhan-omar-introduces-joint-resolution-block-650-million-saudi-arms-sale Rep. Ilhan Omar Introduces Joint Resolution to Block $650 million Saudi Arms Sale 2021-11-12 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) today introduced a joint resolution of disapproval to block the sale of $650 million worth of weapons from the United States of America to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. "It is simply unconscionable to sell weapons to Saudi Arabia while they continue to slaughter innocent people and starve millions in Yemen, kill and torture dissidents, and support modern-day slavery," Rep. Omar said. "We should never be selling human rights abusers weapons, but we certainly should not be doing so in the midst of a humanitarian crisis they are responsible for. Congress has the authority to stop these sales, and we must exercise that power." The sale comes as Saudi Arabia continues its offensive in Yemen, sparking the worst humanitarian crisis in the world. As of this year, more than 4 million people had been uprooted from their homes and more than 21 million are in dire need of assistance, including 11 million children. If passed by the Senate, the joint resolution would prohibit the sale of $650 million missiles and other weapons, announced by the State Department just last week. The sale would include 280 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles, along with 596 missile launchers, support equipment, spare parts, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, and technical support. The State Department says these are for air defense capabilities and is designed to replenish Saudi Arabia's existing inventory. "The United States should not sell any weapons to Saudi Arabia or other abusive governments, period. Congress should block this and similar deals in the future," said Raed Jarrar, Advocacy Director for Democracy for the Arab World Now (DAWN), the organization founded by Jamal Khashoggi. "These air-to-air missiles could be used in offensive operations or they could be used to enforce the Saudi blockade, which humanitarian aid groups have identified as one of the reasons behind the prices of medicine being out of reach for millions of Yemenis. Rather than selling more weapons, the Biden Adminis… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-and-kuster-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-reduce-opioid-related-deaths Emmer and Kuster Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Reduce Opioid-Related Deaths 2021-11-10 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper **This bipartisan legislation would modernize patient care in Medicare and Medicaid to better prevent opioid-related injury in hospitalized patients** Washington, D.C. — Today, Representatives Annie Kuster (D-NH) and Tom Emmer (R-MN) introduced the Inpatient Opioid Safety Act of 2021, legislation to improve patient safety, simplify care, and reduce preventable opioid-induced injury and death under the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Though opioids are effective in managing pain, the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation warns that drug-induced respiratory depression after surgery is a serious patient safety risk. This bill would modernize how hospitalized patients receiving opioid medication are treated by requiring hospitals to use continuous physiologic monitoring. It is estimated that 180,000 individuals experience opioid-related serious adverse events annually in the inpatient setting. While the number one reason for these adverse events is medication errors, improper monitoring is indicated as the second-leading cause of inpatient opioid morbidity. The bipartisan Inpatient Opioid Safety Act of 2021 seeks to change that and help save lives across America. “Beyond the threat of addiction, opioid medications can cause serious complications for patients after surgery,” said Rep. Annie Kuster. “Millions of Americans rely on Medicaid and Medicare for treatment, and this bill would modernize post-operative care to prevent opioid-related injury and death. I am proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation, and look forward to working across the aisle to get this over the finish line for patients across the country.” “In an inpatient setting, opioids remain the most commonly used form of pain management,” said Rep. Tom Emmer. “As a result, drug-induced respiratory depression remains a serious safety risk for patients. With the addition of proper continuous patient monitoring, instances like this can easily be detected and avoided. This legislation will ensure patient safety comes first and reduce preventable trag… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-statement-honor-veterans-day-1 McCollum Statement in Honor of Veterans Day 2021-11-10 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement today ahead of tomorrow's commemoration of Veterans Day: "On Veterans Day, we take time to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, and to recognize their commitment, bravery, and sacrifices to protect the ideals and freedoms we cherish as Americans. We thank all who served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, and Space Force. They deserve the support of a grateful nation. "As America's longest war came to an end this year, we owe a debt of gratitude to our newest veterans who served so valiantly in Afghanistan and Iraq. Our gratefulness must be reflected in our actions, and that's why I'm fighting to ensure the availability of high quality, affordable health care; educational and workforce development opportunities that lead to good-paying jobs; and housing for our veterans and their families. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the many mental health stresses it puts on families, we must work harder to provide the mental health care support and resources our veterans need. I'm proud of the work we've done in Congress to meet these obligations, and recognize there is much more to be done to fill the gaps. "We also honor the sacrifices made at home by the families and loved ones of our service members. Our veterans and their families deserve support upon their return home and as they take on new challenges following military service. This Veterans Day, let us renew our commitment to our veterans and their families – and join me in honoring and remembering their service in defending the United States at home and abroad." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/ahead-veterans-day-stauber-introduces-bill-eliminate-tricare-enrollment-fees Ahead of Veterans Day, Stauber Introduces Bill to Eliminate TRICARE Enrollment Fees for American Heroes 2021-11-09 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Days before Veterans Day, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) introduced the Restore TRICARE Select Act to eliminate or cap TRICARE enrollment fees that were placed on American veterans without much warning. Stauber introduced this bipartisan legislation with Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02). Specifically, this legislation will completely eliminate the TRICARE Select enrollment fees for service members who retired prior to January 1, 2018 and were especially caught off-guard by these new fees. It also caps enrollment fees for veterans who retired after January 1, 2018. Of his legislation, Congressman Stauber stated, "Despite promises made to America's heroes, President Obama signed legislation that enabled his Department of Defense to place burdensome enrollment fees on military retirees who signed up for TRICARE. This broken promise came as a surprise to American veterans as they were never required to pay for TRICARE before. That's why I am proud to join my colleague Jared Golden in introducing legislation to help correct this wrong and reinstate important healthcare protections for countless veterans." Read the bill text HERE. The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), and the American Legion all support this legislation. BACKGROUND: TRICARE is a civilian network administered by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) that provides healthcare benefits to active-duty and retired service members, National Guard Reserve Members, and their families when services cannot be provided at a military treatment facility. Despite promises made to veterans, the FY17 National Defense Authorization Act signed by President Obama approved a request from the DoD to implement enrollment fees for TRICARE Select -- $150 per individual and $300 per family. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-joins-congressional-delegation-united-nations-climate-change McCollum Joins Congressional Delegation to United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow 2021-11-08 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) joins a delegation led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, or "COP26," in Glasgow, Scotland on behalf of the United States House of Representatives. In Glasgow, the delegation will participate in bilateral meetings, panel discussions and other engagements with global leaders on top climate priorities, including the recent IPCC report, gender equity and public-private sector coordination on climate action. "The climate crisis is the existential threat of our time, and America must continue to bring our boldest ambitions to the table to meet and beat our climate action goals," said Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "Together with this outstanding, experienced and diverse delegation including Committee Chairs, Members of the House Select Committee on Climate Crisis and respected Members of Congress, I am honored to once again return to the United Nations Climate Change Conference to convey the strong commitment of the U.S. Congress in addressing this crisis and doing so in a way that puts justice and equity – particularly for indigenous communities – first." "As the world faces ‘Code Red for Humanity' because of the climate crisis, America has the great responsibility and opportunity to meet this moment. Led by President Biden and the Democratic Congress, we will do just that: advancing clean air and clean water for public health, creating good-paying green jobs and advancing our pre-eminence in green technologies, protecting our national security and leaving our children and grandchildren a healthier planet and a better future." The Members of the delegation are: Chairman Frank Pallone (D-NJ), Chair, House Committee on Energy and Commerce Chairwoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX), Chair, House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Chairman Gregory Meeks (D-NY), Chair, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ), Chair, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairwoman Kathy Castor (D-FL), Chair, House Select Committee on Clima… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-votes-deliver-historic-infrastructure-bill-minnesota McCollum Votes to Deliver Historic Infrastructure Bill for Minnesota 2021-11-06 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) released the following statement today after voting to pass the Senate amendment to H.R. 3684, the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA): "Today House Democrats passed legislation to advance President Biden's Build Back Better agenda that invests in our families, our nation, and our future. "The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act is a once-in-a-generation investment in our roads, bridges, and communities. It will help us maintain and improve our existing physical infrastructure, which Minnesotans know all too well is long overdue. It includes funding for clean energy innovation, electric vehicle infrastructure, transportation, and critical improvements to water infrastructure that will help protect public health. Today I voted to send this bill to President Biden's desk to be signed into law. "Today House Democrats also took a key step to prepare for a vote on the final element of the Build Back Better agenda, the Build Back Better Act, which invests in American families and the human infrastructure they rely on. Our entire nation will benefit from making child care, health care, housing, and education more accessible and affordable. It also makes historic investments to combat the climate crisis for our state, our nation, and our planet. These investments will be fully paid for by closing tax loopholes to ensure the wealthiest Americans and corporations finally pay their fair share. "The Democratic Build Back Better agenda will create transformative change in the lives of my fellow Minnesotans and all Americans. Rebuilding our physical infrastructure goes hand-in-hand with strengthening health care, child care, education, and climate resilience for Minnesota's families and businesses. Today we have made history with the investments in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act – and we are committed to swiftly delivering on the human infrastructure investments in the Build Back Better Act." Background: The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill (the Infrastr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-omars-statement-bipartisan-infrastructure-bill Rep. Omar’s Statement on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill 2021-11-05 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) released the following statement after voting "no" on the infrastructure bill. "From the beginning, I have been clear that I would not be able to support the infrastructure bill without a vote on the Build Back Better Act. Passing the infrastructure bill without passing the Build Back Better Act first risks leaving behind childcare, paid leave, health care, climate action, housing, education, and a roadmap to citizenship. "Right now, families across my district are struggling with the rising cost of childcare, the inability to get family leave to take care of their kids and deal with a medical emergency. The Build Back Better Act addresses it by creating a universal pre-k program, affordable childcare, and paid family and medical leave. In the Twin Cities, we have the worst housing shortage in the nation. The Build Back Better Act addresses it, by investing $150 billion in affordable housing. Minnesota is experiencing some of the fastest rising temperatures in the nation. The Build Back Better Act makes the boldest investment in history in the climate crisis—investing in zero waste initiatives and creating jobs in the process. My community cannot wait any longer for these much-needed investments that will be delivered through the Build Back Better Act. I cannot in good conscience support the infrastructure bill without voting on the President's transformative agenda first." "And for those reasons, I voted NO on the infrastructure package." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-opposes-pelosi-s-irresponsible-tax-and-spend-agenda Stauber Opposes Pelosi’s Irresponsible Tax-and-Spend Agenda 2021-11-05 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) made the following statement after voting against the Senate infrastructure bill, which is part of the Democrats' multi-trillion-dollar tax-and-spend package: "No one wants an infrastructure bill more than me, and I have long stated that it is important we return to regular order with a bicameral, bipartisan package that invests in traditional infrastructure projects, creates jobs, and spends taxpayer dollars wisely. "Regrettably, Nancy Pelosi and other Democrat leaders made it abundantly clear that the $1.2 trillion Senate infrastructure bill is inextricably linked to their bloated multi-trillion-dollar tax-and-spend package. "I will not be complicit in paving a destructive and irreversible path towards socialism. This massive spending package is not about real infrastructure, and instead will make businesses less competitive, outsource jobs, saddle American families and future generations with more debt and higher taxes, send inflation soaring to greater heights, and completely devastate our economy. "Make no mistake; a vote for this "infrastructure" package is a vote for the reckless multi-trillion-dollar tax-and-spend spree. That's why I voted NO." The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office estimates that the Senate infrastructure bill will add almost $300 billion to the national debt. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-calls-for-reforms-to-federal-home-appraiser-regulations Emmer Calls for Reforms to Federal Home Appraiser Regulations 2021-11-04 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) sent a letter to Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Acting-Director Sandra Thompson urging her to reform the regulation of home appraisers in an effort to address growing backlogs in the homebuying process. “Over the past 12 years, we have seen a 20% to 25% decline in the number of registered appraisers, causing homebuyers to face increasing wait times and inflated prices when seeking a home appraisal,” said Emmer. “Americans deserve the opportunity to buy a home without hidden costs. The FHFA should use their authority to update and improve the regulations pertaining to the appraiser industry in order to encourage more entrants into the profession, eliminate additional costs on homebuyers, and ultimately strengthen our economy,” Emmer concluded. Background: Under the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act, the Federal Housing Finance Agency has regulatory authority over the appraisal process. Representative Emmer’s letter called on FHFA to consider the following reforms: Review the current efficacy of appraisal management company models, which often serve as unnecessary middlemen in the appraisal process and can drive-up costs for consumers. Further evaluate alternatives to the traditional appraisal, including when and how automated valuations models (AVM), hybrid appraisals, desktop appraisals, and other valuation products could be used without causing undue harm to the stability of the real estate market. Reassess the current minimum educational and professional standards for appraisers, such as the requirement appraisers hold a college degree, and suggest qualification alternatives to ensure the industry maintains necessary standards without imposing unnecessary barriers for new professional entrants. Read the letter here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-omar-lieu-and-jacobs-reintroduce-bill-improve-house-oversight-arms-sales Reps. Omar, Lieu, and Jacobs Reintroduce Bill to Improve House Oversight of Arms Sales 2021-11-04 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County), Congresswoman Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-CA) announced the reintroduction of the Arms Sale Oversight Act, which would align House procedure for reviewing major arms sales with existing Senate procedure under the Arms Export Control Act. The bill makes it possible for any House member to force debate on the House floor in the event that the House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC) does not debate a contested arms sale. "Arms sales to foreign militaries are an instrument of U.S. foreign policy," said Rep. Lieu. "Like our Senate colleagues, we as House members should have the opportunity to thoroughly evaluate and debate arms sales to make sure they are in our nation's best interest. However, current procedures often leave us in the dark. Arms sales with foreign countries are worthy of intense Congressional scrutiny, and House members shouldn't face roadblocks to doing our jobs. I'm pleased to reintroduce this legislation with Representatives Omar and Jacobs to make a simple fix that would strengthen Congress's ability to ensure this key foreign policy tool is being used appropriately and effectively." "The State Department oversees about $170 billion in arms sales every year, including to some of the most egregious human rights abusers in the world," said Rep. Omar. "This does nothing to further the cause of human rights, but does line the pockets of some of the largest war profiteers and weapons contractors. If we are serious about putting human rights at the center of our foreign policy, we need to stop arming human rights abusers, full stop. I am proud to cosponsor Rep. Ted Lieu's critical bill to provide more meaningful oversight over arms sales, and look forward to building a world free of arms sales and impunity for human rights abuses." "We must make sure that our foreign policy is consistent with our values, including our arms sales," said Rep. Jacobs. "I am proud to cosponsor Congressman Lieu's legislation, whi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-and-soto-advocate-for-the-trading-of-bitcoin-spot-etfs Emmer and Soto Advocate for the Trading of Bitcoin Spot ETFs 2021-11-03 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) and Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) sent a bipartisan letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler questioning why, based on previous SEC-stated concerns, the SEC is comfortable allowing an exchange-traded fund (ETF) based on derivatives contracts to trade but not comfortable allowing a Bitcoin spot ETF to trade. “The SEC’s approach to cryptocurrency regulation has been unacceptable. While the trading of Bitcoin futures ETFs is a great step forward for the millions of American investors who have been demanding regulatory clarity, it does not make sense that Bitcoin spot ETFs cannot also commence trading. As I am sure Chairman Gensler understands, Bitcoin futures are, by definition, a derivative of the underlying Bitcoin spot market,” Congressman Emmer said. “American investors deserve consistency and choice. If the SEC cannot outline the perceived material difference in risk profiles, then they should allow ETFs based on spot Bitcoin to be traded. I look forward to Chairman Gensler’s response to our concerns,” Congressman Emmer concluded. “Cryptocurrency has proven to be a driver of economic growth in our society,” said Congressman Soto. “Therefore, it is crucial for us to clearly regulate it in order to maximize the potential benefits and mitigate any risks. It’s important for us to come together to ensure that investors have consistency.” Background: Last month, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) allowed trading to commence for two Bitcoin futures exchange-traded funds (ETF) that provide exposure to CME-traded Bitcoin futures. While this is a step forward for millions of Americans who are demanding access to simple ways to invest in Bitcoin, these products are potentially volatile in contrast with a Bitcoin spot ETF. They may also impose substantially higher fees on investors due to the impact of rolling futures contracts each month. Until October, the SEC chose not to approve Bitcoin futures ETF and Bitcoin spo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-statement-deal-lower-prescription-drug-prices Representative Angie Craig Statement on Deal to Lower Prescription Drug Prices 2021-11-02 2021 2021-11 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Angie Craig released the following statement following reports that Democrats had reached an agreement on lowering prescription drug costs, one of the final provisions negotiated as part of the Build Back Better Act in Congress. "While we still need the legislative language, I am encouraged by the news that we've reached an agreement to lower prescription drug costs for seniors and families as part of the Build Back Better Act. This agreement would allow Medicare to negotiate some drug prices for the first time, penalize companies for outrageous price hikes and cap the amount of money seniors pay for their drugs. For far too many years, lawmakers have buckled under pressure from Washington's special interests and failed to enact any prescription drug reforms. My sincere hope is that that changes with this agreement. Today, we have demonstrated to our constituents that we will not be intimidated – and that we will always prioritize the interests of the American people over the profits of Big Pharma. Our fight to ensure affordable health care is far from over – but this is an important step in the right direction and would represent a first win for the American people." The drug pricing reforms announced this afternoon were not included in the original framework of the Build Back Better bill released last week. Over the weekend, Rep. Craig led a movement of swing district colleagues to pressure Nancy Pelosi and House leadership to fight in the bill to bring down the cost of drugs for hardworking Americans. In addition, earlier today, Representative Craig delivered a speech on the House floor urging her colleagues to support the inclusion of prescription drug pricing reform in the final text of the legislation. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-reintroduces-legislation-to-promote-capital-formation-on-main-street Emmer Reintroduces Legislation to Promote Capital Formation on Main Street 2021-11-01 2021 2021-11 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) re-introduced the Main Street Growth Act, which would create jobs, improve capital formation, and encourage more early-stage Initial Public Offerings (IPOs). “It is critical that our capital market structure meets the needs of American companies, regardless of size or type. This legislation will make it easier for thousands of small and emerging growth companies – including over 100 in Minnesota - to go public, generating millions of jobs and trillions of dollars in revenue for the economy. I look forward to both sides of the aisle coming together to ensure that American entrepreneurs and workers can continue to succeed,” added Emmer. Although our capital markets saw a historic rise in IPOs in 2020, participation in the IPO process overall has slowed dramatically over the last 20 years. The number of IPOs declined more than 63% from the 1990s to the 2000s and has stayed relatively flat through the 2010s. In addition, the number of small IPOs (under $100 million) has declined significantly. The Main Street Growth Act will allow the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to provide for the creation of venture exchanges. These specialized securities exchanges will help small and emerging growth companies gain access to the capital they need to grow and succeed. The bill improves access to capital for emerging growth companies, which can help the economy rebound during this time, and bring many Americans back into the workforce. This legislation was unanimously approved by the House Financial Services Committee and passed out of the House of Representatives during the 115th Congress. You can read the full text of the Main Street Growth Act here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/frontline-democrats-press-house-leadership-include-prescription-drugs Frontline Democrats Press House Leadership to Include Prescription Drugs Provisions in Build Back Better Act 2021-10-31 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig (MN-02) led fourteen of her Democratic colleagues in writing a letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer urging immediate action to address the high cost of prescription drugs in the United States. Prescription drug reform was not included in the original framework of the Build Back Better Act released last week. But Craig and her fellow majority-makers from the 2018 class are still fighting for its inclusion in the final legislative text, which is currently being negotiated in Washington. In their letter, the Members called on Leadership to stand up to Big Pharma and provide relief to the American people, who pay the highest drug prices in the world. "As majority-makers in competitive districts, we promised our constituents that we would come to Washington to fight on their behalf for lower drug prices. We cannot turn back now on our promise to the American people," the lawmakers wrote. "With the Build Back Better agenda, we have a perhaps once in a generation opportunity to change the status quo and make good on our promise that no one should have to choose between affording their prescription drugs or food or housing," the members continued. "The public is on our side. Big Pharma is not." Representative Craig was joined in sending the letter by Representatives Colin Allred (TX-32), Cindy Axne (IA-03), Sharice Davids (KS-03), Josh Harder (CA-10), Steven Horsford (NV-04), Andy Kim (NJ-03), Susie Lee (NV-03), Lucy McBath (GA-06), Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), Chris Pappas (NH-01), Elissa Slotkin (MI-08), Abigail Spanberger (VA-07), Lauren Underwood (IL-14) and Susan Wild (PA-07). The Members' effort to advance prescription drug reform is supported by a number of stakeholders dedicated to addressing the cost of prescription drugs for hardworking American families, including the AARP, Patients for Affordable Drugs Now and Lower Drug Prices Now. "Lower drug prices are desperately needed and enormously popular, with 6 out of 7 vo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-issues-statement-following-white-house-meeting Representative Angie Craig Issues Statement following White House Meeting with President Biden on the Build Back Better Act 2021-10-28 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Angie Craig released the following statement following her meeting at the White House, where Craig took part in the ongoing negotiations surrounding the Build Back Better Act with President Joe Biden, Director of the Domestic Policy Council Susan Rice and Director of the National Economic Council Brian Deese – as well as other White House officials charged with enacting President Biden's economic agenda in Washington. Craig was invited to the White House alongside her fellow co-chairs of the Equality Caucus and leaders of the Congressional Tri-Caucus – composed of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), and Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC). "This afternoon, I was pleased to have the opportunity to speak directly with President Biden and to share my thoughts on the Build Back Better negotiations. In our meeting, I communicated my desire to prioritize provisions that would lower out-of-pocket health care costs for middle-class families, provide a substantial investment in rural communities and create good-paying jobs for hardworking Minnesotans. I also reiterated my support for extending the child tax credit and the Rural Partnership Program, which would empower local communities to grow and support family farmers. What I heard from the White House today was encouraging. Following our discussion, I am convinced that we are nearing a consensus on many outstanding provisions. And I'm more confident than ever that we'll be able to resolve our remaining differences and push this critical piece of legislation across the finish line. As we enter the final stages of these negotiations, I am focused on working with my colleagues to ensure that our final package delivers on our promises to the American people and provides long-overdue investments to working families in Minnesota and across the country." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-urges-biden-administration-to-reconsider-action-that-jeopardizes-emergency-air-medical-transport-services Emmer Urges Biden Administration to Reconsider Action that Jeopardizes Emergency Air Medical Transport Services 2021-10-28 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) sent a letter to Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Becerra, U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Walsh, and Department of the Treasury Secretary Yellen to express concern about implementation of the No Surprises Act, which could jeopardize emergency air medical transport services in Minnesota and throughout the nation. “Emergency air medical transport is a necessary and life-saving service. Any threat to its availability could mean life or death for Americans across the country. The Biden Administration has set forth broad standards in their proposed coverage rule that will make the reimbursement process for air ambulatory services unpredictable and hinder the ability of companies, like Life Link III in Minnesota to offer these services to the American people,” said Emmer. “Specifically, the lack of a credible database for these services to measure reimbursement rates will be catastrophic for the industry, leading to fewer emergency air medical transport services. In addition, individuals who require these services will be left navigating a cumbersome insurance claims process when coverage is inevitably denied for this life-saving service,” Emmer continued. “This is truly unacceptable. I am urging the Biden Administration to revise this decision and ensure the rule respects the intent of Congress and preserves access to air emergency medical transport services,” Emmer concluded. Background: Congressman Emmer expressed concern with the recent release of the interim final rule (IFR) for Section 102 of the No Surprises Act. This rule could jeopardize emergency air medical transport services, like those provided by Life Link III in Minnesota. Life Link III was founded in 1985 as one of the first independent, non-profit medical consortiums in the country to transport critically ill patients by air. Today, Life Link III is the largest air medical consortium in the country, providing exclusive hospital-based specialty-team transport, for which i… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-resolution-calls-us-house-condemn-israel-s-repressive-decision McCollum Resolution Calls on U.S. House to Condemn Israel’s Repressive Decision to Designate Six Prominent Palestinian Human Rights and Civil Society Groups as Terrorist Organizations 2021-10-28 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.), Chair of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, introduced a resolution calling on the U.S. House of Representatives to condemn Israel's decision to designate as "terrorist organizations" six prominent Palestinian human rights and civil society groups working to defend the rights of Palestinians living under Israeli military occupation. The decree signed last week by Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz has resulted in international condemnation as a repressive, anti-democratic act designed to silence organizations working to defend the rights of Palestinians. McCollum, author of H.R. 2590, Defending the Human Rights of Palestinian Children and Families Living Under Israeli Military Occupation Act, has worked for years on the legislation with one of the targeted groups, Defense for Children International – Palestine (DCI-P). DCI-P's legal advocacy for Palestinian children arrested, interrogated, abused, and imprisoned in the Israeli military court and detention system is vital to protecting the rights of the most vulnerable. The McCollum resolution recognizes the important work of the six targeted Palestinian organizations, condemns the terrorist organization declaration by the Government of Israel, and calls upon the Biden administration to condemn Israeli actions to repress Palestinian society. McCollum released the following statement: "When a government uses the label of terrorist as a weapon to silence the work of human rights organizations and advocates who courageously represent vulnerable people living in under military occupation, it is a sign of incredible weakness more aligned with an authoritarian regime than a healthy democracy," McCollum said. "Israel's decision to brand these prominent Palestinian civil society groups as terrorist organizations exposes the truth that Israel's occupation is violent, immoral, and unjust, and that peaceful efforts to defend the rights of Palestinian children, women, farmers, or prisoners must be declared illegal. The… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-stauber-joins-leader-mccarthy-congressional-representatives-and-industry ICYMI: Stauber Joins Leader McCarthy, Congressional Representatives, and Industry Stakeholders in Roundtable on Energy Crisis 2021-10-28 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) joined Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy, Congressional colleagues, and industry stakeholders in a roundtable to discuss skyrocketing energy prices and how the Democrat reconciliation bill will only exacerbate this energy crisis. On rising energy prices and Democrat policies, Stauber stated, "The keep-it-in-the-ground mentality, it's strong and well-funded. We have to fight back because this is an attack on the middle class…the middle class is going to pay more for gas at the pump." When Stauber was asked by a member of the press as to what American families can expect in the winter months, Stauber stated, "Look at the price of natural gas. Many of our homes are heated by natural gas…and prices are expected to jump by 54 percent. I mean that's several hundred dollars more a year. In my district, the average median income is 51,000 dollars a year. That's real money." Image Watch the full roundtable, HERE. During the Trump Administration, America was the world leader in oil and gas production, flooding the market with supply and keeping energy prices affordable. Unfortunately, through policies like the cancellation of Keystone, the ban on new oil and gas leasing on federal lands, and the ban on mining in northern Minnesota, the Biden Administration has eroded American energy production and eliminated American energy independence. Democrats are now pushing a reconciliation package that would make this energy crisis permanent. Included in their massive reconciliation package is a moratorium on oil and gas production on federal lands. Their plan will: Enact crushing new costs and fees on domestic producers. Impose a drilling moratorium on top of existing regulations. Halt efforts to develop copper and other minerals necessary for renewable energy and battery storage. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-applauds-investment-to-address-stress-in-farm-country Emmer Applauds Investment to Address Stress in Farm Country 2021-10-27 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture's (NIFA) announced their commitment to invest nearly $25 million dollars for 50 grants to support the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN). Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) issued the following statement in response: “When we reauthorized the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network, we ensured that farm families and rural Americans would have access to mental health resources. However, the work doesn’t end there, and our farmers have experienced increased stress due to supply chain disruptions caused by COVID-19 and a difficult harvest season because of the drought. Now more than ever, an increased investment in these resources is essential. The agriculture community faces incredible financial and emotional challenges through their work, but they should never suffer in silence without access to the care they need." Background: Due to the nature of their work and the lack of mental health resources available in rural areas, individuals who work in agriculture suffer from higher rates of depression and suicide. The Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) was first created in 2008, but it did not receive any funding and therefore lapsed. Congressman Emmer introduced the STRESS Act in 2018, which renewed FRSAN and brought attention to Americans in rural areas who lack access to mental health care. The STRESS Act language was included in the 2018 Farm Bill, and the program was reauthorized. Since then, Emmer has led the way to provide needed funding for this program to carry out its mission in each appropriations cycle. Due to the USDA’s investment, a grant of $500,000 will be issued to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Bend, Don’t Break project which aims to connect farmers and rural Minnesotans with resources to help reduce stress, anxiety, and crisis situations. The program supports mental health counseling, farm advocates, marriage retreats, and a 24/7 Farm & Rural Helpl… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-leads-letter-pelosi-and-schumer-demanding-they-stop-cepp-carbon-tax Stauber Leads Letter to Pelosi and Schumer Demanding They Stop the CEPP Carbon Tax 2021-10-26 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) recently led a letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader of the Senate Chuck Schumer, demanding they listen to American middle class families, labor unions, and rural electric cooperatives by eliminating the Clean Electricity Performance Program (CEPP), or carbon tax, from reconciliation negotiations and any future consideration. Congressman Stauber stated, "From soaring energy prices to failed supply chains, our nation is in a constant state of crisis thanks to the misguided policies of President Biden and Democrats in Congress. With a potential winter heating crisis around the corner, I urge Democrat leadership in Congress to refrain from doubling down on their failed agenda and smothering our electric grid with blanket mandates that will only exacerbate these problems and cost American families more. Stauber continued, stating, "We need a reliable and resilient energy grid that provides low-cost energy to American families. This can only be accomplished by supporting an all-of-the-above approach, not picking winners and losers from Washington, D.C." The CEPP is a new take on old, failed carbon tax policies and corporate welfare. It caters to the far-left and international elites by unrealistically demanding we alter our energy grid in ten years with no thought to reliability or affordability. Ultimately, it would amount to another tax on American families at a time when they can least afford it. Read the full letter, HERE. Stauber was joined by 18 of his colleagues in the House in sending this letter. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-introduces-legislation-to-protect-cfpb-whistleblowers Emmer Introduces Legislation to Protect CFPB Whistleblowers 2021-10-25 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced the CFPB Whistleblower Incentives and Protection Act to create a whistleblower program at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Created following passage of the Dodd-Frank Act in 2010, the CFPB was given the power to regulate dozens of industries, including auto lenders, credit unions, community banks, student loan servicers, and more. In its short time as a new regulator, the CFPB has placed burden after burden on the financial services industry, making it harder for the American consumers they are obligated to protect to access the financial products and services they need to thrive. Whistleblowers have proven to be an effective means of exposing conduct within the CFPB that does not serve the American consumer. This legislation encourages whistleblower reporting by offering compensation and protection to whistleblowers, similar to what is done with other federal agencies and departments. Reports have found that financial rewards provide incentives for potential whistleblowers to come forward. Specifically, the bill amends Dodd-Frank to provide compensation to whistleblowers and ensure their identities remain confidential. It also requires the CFPB to submit a report to Congress no later than October 30th each year detailing the awards granted to whistleblowers in the previous year. “Instead of fear of retribution, retaliation, or financial ruin, whistleblowers should be supported as they come forward and help ensure the Bureau is protecting American consumers. This legislation is one small step to provide them with reasonable protections and compensation,” said Emmer. “This common-sense fix would ensure that we fairly reward whistleblowers while also keeping our focus on being good stewards of taxpayer dollars. Our efforts to reform the CFPB should put the American consumer first, and this legislation does that,” Emmer concluded. Read the text of the CFPB Whistleblower Incentives and Protection Act here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/minnesota-delegation-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-honor-prince Minnesota Delegation Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Honor Prince with Congressional Gold Medal 2021-10-25 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Today, the full Minnesota delegation in Congress introduced bipartisan legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Prince Rogers Nelson. The legislation is led by U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) in the Senate and Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) in the House. The bill honors Prince for his "legacy of musical achievement and… indelible mark on Minnesota and American culture." "Like so many, I grew up with Prince's music. I was always proud to say he was from Minnesota,"said Klobuchar."The world is a whole lot cooler because Prince was in it -- he touched our hearts, opened our minds, and made us want to dance. With this legislation, we honor his memory and contributions as a composer, performer, and music innovator. Purple reigns in Minnesota today and every day because of him." "Prince is a Minnesota icon,"said Omar."I remember when I first came to America being captivated by Prince's music and impact on the culture. He showed that it was okay to be a short, Black kid from Minneapolis and still change the world. He not only changed the arc of music history; he put Minneapolis on the map. Places like First Avenue, Uptown are landmarks because of Prince. I am proud to introduce this resolution to give Prince the recognition he deserves." "Prince was a Minnesotan who left us far too early. He was an internationally-renowned artist, showman, and producer, who thrilled millions of people across the world with his visionary skills as a musician and cultivator of other artist's talent," said Smith. "His complete body of work is still being recognized, as new discoveries remind us how important he still is as an artist. His Paisley Park gave life to a generation of other artists, who without him would not have realized their potential. His importance to American music cannot be measured, and the joy his music continues to bring to me and to millions of fans across the globe makes him an American treasure." "Beloved by generations of Minnesotans and millions of fans around the world, Prince Roge… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-cosponsors-recognizing-protection-motorsports-act Representative Angie Craig Cosponsors Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act 2021-10-22 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC — This week, U.S. Representative Angie Craig cosponsored bipartisan legislation to clarify that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) does not have a role in regulating modified motor vehicles used exclusively for racing. The legislation would ensure that dedicated race cars used at racetracks like the Elko Speedway are exempted from future regulations, which could impact competitive motorsports. "The Elko Speedway is and other racetracks across the country are an important source of entertainment and jobs in Minnesota's Second Congressional District," said Representative Craig. "While environmental protections like the Clean Air Act are critical for combating climate change, these rules were never intended to impact competitive motorsports – which are not a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. I'm proud to support this bipartisan legislation to defend the time-honored tradition of motorsports in the United States." Converting a motor vehicle into a race car is a significant part of American automotive heritage with the practice having played a large role in the foundation of NASCAR. Additionally, the specialty automotive industry employs over one million Americans. Companies that manufacture, distribute, and sell products that improve race vehicle performance are a large and growing part of our economy. The Clean Air Act authorizes the EPA to regulate motor vehicles, but these regulations have never applied to race cars. In 1990, Congress affirmed this exemption when it authorized the EPA to regulate "non-road vehicles" and explicitly excluded any "vehicle used solely for competition" from the non-road definition. In early 2016, the EPA issued a proposed rule that would make it illegal for this practice to continue via the Clean Air Act even though Congress never intended for race cars to be subject to the Clean Air Act. While the proposed EPA regulation was withdrawn in April of 2016, the RPM Act would make permanent that race cars are exempt from EPA regulation via the Cle… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-statement-designation-palestinian-civil-society-groups-terrorist McCollum Statement on Designation of Palestinian Civil Society Groups as Terrorist Organizations 2021-10-22 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement today after the Israeli Defense Ministry issued a military order declaring six Palestinian civil society organizations in the Occupied Palestinian Territory to be "terrorist organizations": "I condemn this action to shut down legitimate civil society organizations advocating for Palestinian human rights. This is nothing more than an attempt to silence supporters of Palestinian rights. It is anti-democratic, and contrary to the values expected of a U.S. ally. I urge the Biden administration to immediately call upon the Israeli government to reverse their decision and restore these organizations' ability to continue their important work. For years, I have worked with Defense for Children International – Palestine (DCIP) to protect the rights of Palestinian children who are imprisoned in Israeli military detention facilities. I trust and value DCIP's work advancing human rights. I stand with Amnesty International in challenging this decision." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/ahead-international-climate-conference-rep-omar-senators-markey-and-van-hollen Ahead of International Climate Conference, Rep. Omar, Senators Markey and Van Hollen Lead Bicameral Letter to President Biden Urging Bold Climate Action in Budget Reconciliation 2021-10-22 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—In three weeks, President Joseph R. Biden will attend the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 26th Conference of Parties (COP26), where he will be expected to advocate for global climate cooperation, secure additional emission reduction commitments, and catalyze bold action from world leaders to prevent a global temperature rise greater than 1.5 degrees Celsius. Ahead of COP26, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN-05) today led 6 Senate colleagues and 49 House colleagues in a bicameral letter to President Biden urging him to secure a deal on his Build Back Better agenda that maintains strong climate provisions. The lawmakers outlined a "climate test" for the reconciliation package, which includes the scientifically necessary emissions reduction goal of cutting climate pollution at least in half by 2030, while creating good union jobs and advancing environmental, racial, and economic justice. "The climate crisis presents deadlines that are imposed on us by science -- deadlines that are rapidly passing us by," write the lawmakers in their letter. "The COP26 summit could be the last opportunity for world leaders to take bold action before it is too late to secure a livable climate by limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. We're facing an existential crisis, with American leadership, economic prosperity, and our very lives at stake." A copy of the letter can be found HERE. Other Senators signing the letter include Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) Members of the House of Representatives signing the letter include Reps. Emanuel Cleaver (MO-05), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Mondaire Jones (NY-17), Barbara Lee (CA-13), Marie Newman (IL-03), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Rashida Tlaib (MI-13), Peter Welch (D-VT), Karen Bass (CA-37), Jamaal Bowman (NY-16), André Carson (IN-07… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-introduces-resolution-honoring-100th-anniversary Representative Angie Craig Introduces Resolution Honoring the 100th Anniversary of Waterskiing 2021-10-21 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC —This week, U.S. Representative Angie Craig introduced a bicameral resolution to honor the 100th anniversary of waterskiing, which was invented on Lake Pepin on July 2, 1922. The resolution, which was also introduced in the Senate by Senator Amy Klobuchar, encourages the United States Postal Service to design, print and distribute a new stamp honoring the upcoming anniversary – as well as Lake City's contribution to water sports. "Nearly 100 years ago, Ralph and Ben Samuelson invented the sport of waterskiing – creating a favorite pastime for countless Minnesotans in the years since," said Representative Craig. "Today, I am joining Mayor Mark Nichols and other proud residents of Lake City in calling on the United States Postal Service to honor the Samuelson brothers for their ingenious discovery – and to celebrate the generations of water skiers that have followed in their wake." Earlier this year, Lake City Mayor Mark Nichols and several Lake City residents submitted a proposal to the Postal Service's Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, arguing in favor of a new stamp honoring the 100th anniversary of waterskiing, which was invented on Lake Pepin on July 2, 1922. The Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee is a small advisory group appointed by the Postmaster General to select subjects for recommendation as future stamp issues. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-urges-health-human-services-secretary-address Representative Angie Craig Urges Health & Human Services Secretary to Address the Costly “Family Glitch” in the Affordable Care Act 2021-10-21 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig urged Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra to take immediate action to address the "family glitch" in the Affordable Care Act's marketplace coverage – a step that could save millions of Americans – including 62,000 Minnesotans – thousands of dollars annually on their health insurance premiums. Craig has prioritized fixing the family glitch in the 117th Congress – which has resulted in some Minnesota families paying nearly a quarter of their household income on premiums – due to a longstanding gap in eligibility for the Affordable Care Act's subsidized marketplace coverage. "I applaud the Administration's efforts to expand access to affordable coverage - extending the open enrollment period, expanding the Navigator program, and undoing the sabotage of the previous administration," wrote Representative Craig. "Eliminating the family glitch is a straightforward step that would go a long way toward making health care more affordable for millions of families, including many in my district. I urge you to take swift action and thank you for your consideration." In her letter addressed to Secretary Becerra, Craig urged the Department to take the necessary steps to resolve the family glitch – arguing that such a step would abide by President Biden's January executive order to protect and strengthen the ACA and ensure that high-quality health care is affordable and accessible for every American. The family glitch originated from a 2013 Internal Revenue Service and Department of Treasury rule, which determined that families are ineligible for financial assistance if a family member is offered "affordable" employer coverage. In 2021, the affordability threshold is 9.83%, which means that an individual qualifies for subsidized marketplace coverage if their employer health insurance premiums exceed 9.83% of household income. However, this threshold does not take into account the cost of covering the rest of the household, which can make coverage prohib… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-continues-push-to-protect-americans-financial-privacy Emmer Continues Push to Protect Americans' Financial Privacy 2021-10-21 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) and 201 of his colleagues sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Yellen reasserting their concerns with the Administration’s proposal to expand the data collected on Americans’ bank accounts. In response, Congressman Emmer issued the following statement, “I am deeply disturbed by the continued efforts of the Biden Administration to expand IRS data collection on millions of Americans. When more than 100 Members of Congress voiced their objection to this proposal, Treasury’s lackluster response demonstrated just how out-of-touch the Department is with the very real concerns of the American people.” “Over the last several months, Congressional offices have been inundated with messages from constituents concerned about the privacy implications associated with this proposal. The Administration’s half-hearted attempt to mollify critics by suggesting they will simply increase the reporting threshold is dismissive and will still affect millions of Americans who do not want more of their personal data sent to the IRS as a means to pay for reconciliation.” Background: On September 13th, Congressman Emmer led a letter with 142 of his colleagues expressing concern with the Administration’s plan to require financial institutions and other financial services providers to report a range of new data points on accounts with annual gross inflows and outflows totaling more than $600 to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Following that letter, the Department of Treasury responded on September 29th attempting to justify their actions as an effort to “close the tax gap”. However, they failed to address the privacy implications of their proposal. Recently, the Administration and the majorities in Congress have begun considering increasing the threshold from $600 to $10,000 (or an even higher amount). Arbitrarily increasing the threshold to $10,000, as most recently proposed, will still apply to individuals at every rung of the income ladder. Read Congressman Emmer’s September… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-omar-schakowsky-introduce-combating-global-islamophobia-bill Reps Omar, Schakowsky Introduce Combating Global Islamophobia Bill 2021-10-21 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Reps. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) introduced the Combating International Islamophobia Act, legislation to address the rise in incidents of Islamophobia worldwide. The bill requires the State Department to create a Special Envoy for monitoring and combating Islamophobia, and include state-sponsored Islamophobic violence and impunity in the Department's annual human rights reports. The creation of the Special Envoy will help policymakers better understand the interconnected, global problem of anti-Muslim bigotry. It will also establish a comprehensive strategy for establishing U.S. leadership in combatting Islamophobia worldwide. This year, the United States has seen over 500 documented complaints of anti-Muslim hate and bias. In a recent study conducted by CAIR, found 69% of respondents personally experienced anti-Muslim bigotry or discrimination since 9/11. In a separate study conducted by the Othering and Belonging Institute, found 67% of Muslims personally experienced Islamophobia in their lifetimes. In March, the United Nations Human Rights Council cited discrimination and hatred towards Muslims has risen to "epidemic proportions." There has been a staggering rise in incidents of violent Islamophobia incidents worldwide. Whether it is the atrocities being committed against the Uyghurs in China and the Rohingya in Burma, the crackdowns on Muslim populations in India and Sri Lanka, the scapegoating of Muslim refugees and other Muslims in Hungary and Poland, the acts of white supremacist violence targeting Muslims in New Zealand and Canada, or the targeting of minority Muslim communities in Muslim-majority countries like Pakistan, Bahrain, and Iran—the problem of Islamophobia is global in scope. "We are seeing a rise in Islamophobia in nearly every corner of the globe," said Rep. Omar. "In my home state of Minnesota, vandals spray-painted hate messages and a Nazi swastika on and near the Moorhead Fargo Islamic Center. These types of incidents are all too common for Muslims in the Uni… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-introduces-house-resolution-support-first-amendment-rights-parents Stauber Introduces House Resolution to Support First Amendment Rights of Parents at School Board Meetings 2021-10-21 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the Biden Administration's weaponization of the Department of Justice to crack down on parents for exercising their First Amendment rights at school board meetings, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) introduced a House Resolution supporting the First Amendment rights of parents who wish to speak out on their child's education. Of this resolution, Stauber stated, "As a parent, I am increasingly troubled by the Biden Administration's intent to paint parents who express concerns at school board meetings as domestic terrorists. Parents have a constitutionally-protected right to speak at school board meetings. This right is more important than ever with schools implementing critical race theory along with harmful mask and vaccine mandates. The Administration's approach is wrong. Parental rights matter, and Congress must demonstrate support for their First Amendment right to speak up." 24 Members of Congress joined Stauber in introducing this resolution. Click HERE to read the full text of the resolution. BACKGROUND: After an interest group requested the Department of Justice label parents protesting at school board meetings as domestic terrorists, Attorney General Merrick Garland agreed by mobilizing the Justice Department. Four sitting members of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights condemned this action. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-commends-biden-administration-actions-protecting-boundary-waters McCollum Commends Biden Administration Actions Protecting Boundary Waters 2021-10-20 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) commended the Biden administration for its announcement today that it will be completing a "science-based environmental analysis" of the potential impacts of mining within the watershed of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The U.S. Forest Service has submitted a withdrawal application to the Bureau of Land Management, which manages the subsurface rights in the Superior National Forest. These actions will initiate the consideration of a 20-year withdrawal of 225,378 acres of federal lands and waters within the Rainy River Watershed from new mineral leasing. Congresswoman McCollum released the following statement: "Today's action by the Biden administration is a welcome return to the science-based decision making that should govern the management of our public lands," Rep. McCollum said. "After years of broken promises and ongoing obstruction of taxpayer-funded data from the prior administration, I am pleased that President Biden is committed to completing the necessary analysis to understand the impacts that sulfide-ore mining could have on this priceless reserve of fresh water, the biodiverse habitat it supports, and the economic livelihood of the surrounding community. All of us who care deeply about protecting the pristine Boundary Waters and its watershed for future generations look forward to seeing the results of this comprehensive study." As noted in the USDA and DOI press release, only Congress can legislate a permanent mineral withdrawal. Congresswoman McCollum introduced H.R. 2794, the Boundary Waters Protection and Pollution Prevention Act, to permanently withdraw 234,328 acres of federal lands and waters from risky sulfide-ore copper mining. More information on the legislation can be found here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-slams-biden-administration-s-broken-promise-minnesota-s-miners Stauber Slams Biden Administration’s Broken Promise to Minnesota’s Miners 2021-10-20 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Upon receiving the news that the Biden Administration is putting forward a new political, partisan obstacle intended to ban mining in northern Minnesota, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) made the following statement slamming the decision: "Quite simply, President Biden is putting politics over science. "Nearly a year ago, candidate Joe Biden pledged to support Minnesota's miners in their mission to obtain good-paying mining jobs, bring economic prosperity to a region that desperately needs it, and secure America's critical mineral supply chain. Joe Biden has officially failed to uphold this promise. "At the beginning of the year, I sent a letter to President Biden opposing Deb Haaland for Interior Secretary, citing concerns over her longstanding anti-mining position. Meanwhile, Biden also nominated Tom Vilsack for Agriculture Secretary, who is on the record for his opposition to mining. My concerns were met with silence from the President. "To be clear, I not only place blame on this Administration, but am disappointed in our United States Senators and Democrat House members from Minnesota who have the President's ear and either stood silently by, or actively let these union jobs go up in smoke. They are complicit in this incredibly harmful decision. I'm concerned there will be more devastating decisions ahead. "Today's announcement further proves that the Biden Administration and Democrats in Congress are incapable of doing what's right for union members and working families across northeast Minnesota. "Rather than promoting the dignity of work, they're comfortable seeing Minnesota's union members and skilled workers sidelined. Instead of empowering Minnesotans to develop the minerals necessary for almost every sector of our economy under the strongest labor and environmental standards in the world, they are willing to rely on hostile nations that utilize child slave labor and terrible environmental practices. This decision is unacceptable on every level, and I will not stop until it has… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ilhan-omar-statement-reports-human-trafficking-modern-slavery-libya Rep. Ilhan Omar Statement on Reports of Human Trafficking, Modern Slavery in Libya 2021-10-15 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper MINNEAPOLIS—Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) released the following statement about reports of rampant abuse of migrants in Libyan detention centers. "I am deeply disturbed by the latest reports of rampant abuse, torture, sexual violence and extortion of migrants in Libya, many from sub-Saharan Africa. Instead of welcoming the thousands of refugees fleeing violence and instability, the Libyan coast guard hands migrants over to militias, who systematically torture, rape, abuse and enslave them. Instead of welcoming refugees, the EU has sent $455 million to Libya since 2015. But much of that money has been diverted to militias and human traffickers. "The U.S. needs a comprehensive strategy to address the ongoing human trafficking and modern day slavery crisis in Libya, and I was proud to author and pass legislation this year to require just this. That includes support for peaceful elections and the UN-recognized transitional government, full accountability for crimes against humanity, war crimes, and human rights abuses committed during the Civil War and the ongoing migrant crisis. It also includes living up to our moral responsibility to resettle those fleeing oppression around the world, including Africa. President Biden must follow through on his commitment to raise the refugee cap next year and once we do that, the rest of the world should follow." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/cpc-leadership-advocates-congress-protect-scope-build-back-better-act CPC Leadership Advocates Congress Protect the Scope of Build Back Better Act 2021-10-14 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON — The leadership of the Congressional Progressive Caucus continued their fight to protect the promise of the Build Back Better Act yesterday, advocating that the scope of programs be maintained in the negotiations over size. In a letter to Speaker Pelosi, the 27 House members of the Caucus Executive Board argued that in attempts to decrease the overall cost of the Build Back Better Act, legislators lower the number of years funding is allocated for each program, rather than to trim the number of programs included. In the case for "making the President's vision a reality," they write: "Much has been made in recent weeks about the compromises necessary to enact this transformative agenda. We have been told that we can either adequately fund a small number of investments or legislate broadly, but only make a shallow, short-term impact. We would argue that this is a false choice." The lawmakers highlight four arguments for their approach: To make shorter, transformative investments: Making "robust investments over a shorter window [will] help make the case for our party's ability to govern, and establish a track record of success that will pave the way for a long-term extension of benefits...We cannot pit childcare against housing, or paid leave against home- and community-based care." To touch people's lives immediately: "Where given an option, we should err on the side of structuring legislation so that benefits flow to the American people as quickly as possible, both to assist the Biden Recovery and to demonstrate our commitment to tangibly improving the lives of the American people." To provide universal benefits to ensure lasting change: "We strongly believe that this is the moment to demonstrate to the American people that regardless of geography, race, gender, or class, Democrats believe that everyone has a right to affordable child care, pre-K, clean water, and a community college education. We can choose to strengthen the bond Americans have to one another by proposing universal social insura… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-angie-craig-announces-federal-funding-police-departments Representative Angie Craig Announces Federal Funding for Police Departments in Minnesota’s Second Congressional District 2021-10-13 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Angie Craig C001119 craig.house.gov craig https://craig.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig announced that the police departments from the cities of Burnsville, Inver Grove Heights, and West St. Paul will receive more than $34,000 in Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants. The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program allows states and units of local government, including tribes, to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on their own state and local needs and conditions. Police departments in the Second District are able to use the grant funds to purchase equipment vital to keeping local communities safe. "It's critical that our local police departments have the resources they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. I'm pleased that the Department of Justice has awarded these funds to several local police departments in the Second District – who can now expand their efforts to keep our communities safe and secure," said Representative Craig. "In Congress, I'll keep working hard to secure funding for Minnesota law enforcement agencies so that they can stay focused on their jobs – keeping Minnesotans safe." While serving in Congress, Craig has voted several times to increase funding for local police departments. Craig is currently working with several departments in the Second District to secure additional federal grant dollars to increase hiring and improve training programs. The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant is named after Officer Edward Byrne, a New York City Police Officer who was killed in the line of duty in 1988. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/10/northern-border-to-reopen-next-month Northern Border to Reopen Next Month 2021-10-13 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alexander Mayorkas released a letter today announcing that the U.S. will now allow fully vaccinated travelers from Canada to enter the U.S. over land. In response to the announcement, Representative Michelle Fischbach issued the following statement: “The letter acknowledges the importance of cross-border travel for the economies of border communities, but it’s incredibly disheartening that it’s happening so late in the year. I have been urging the Administration to open the Northern border since I took office in January. I am so glad these businesses - that have gone through two devastating tourist seasons - can finally start recovering. I look forward to welcoming Canadians back to Minnesota very soon.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-krishnamoorthi-davis-and-obernolte-introduce-legislation-to-inspire-the-next-generation-of-programmers Emmer, Krishnamoorthi, Davis, and Obernolte Introduce Legislation to Inspire the Next Generation of Programmers 2021-10-12 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06), Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), Congressman Danny Davis (IL-07), and Congressman Jay Obernolte (CA-08) reintroduced the Advancing and Promoting Programming (APP) Act. This legislation is designed to help American innovators more easily access the tools and resources needed to create applications for web and mobile devices. “Facilitating the development of the technology workforce is essential for a strong post-COVID recovery. The APP Act will help entrepreneurs and encourage innovation at a critical time. As the digital revolution continues, it's imperative we keep up with the changing times to improve our future success, and the APP Act will ensure we do just that. In order for the United States to remain competitive, we must encourage innovation and highlight the importance that science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills will have on our future," said Emmer. “This is something I have been committed to since taking office, which is not only demonstrated through my work on the APP Act, but also with my office’s participation in the Congressional App Challenge, a competition that encourages students to develop their own app," Emmer concluded. “In introducing the bipartisan APP Act, we are making a promise that American innovation and technology will continue to be at the forefront of the world economy for the next generation. Employment within the information technology (IT) sector is expected to grow by 13% by 2026, faster than in any other. The APP Act will help people gain the skills they need for those IT jobs through providing the tools necessary to learn how to develop applications and apply for grant funding to carry projects to fruition,” Krishnamoorthi said. “Not since the invention of the printing press has a technology transformed, democratized, and empowered a people like the development of the “app” which has placed powerful computing and communication tools into the hands of every individual worldwide. Because … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-young-introduce-legislation-prevent-disruption-critical-public McCollum, Young Introduce Legislation to Prevent Disruption of Critical Public Services for Tribal Nations 2021-10-12 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) and Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) have introduced the Indian Programs Advance Appropriations Act (IPAAA) to provide advance appropriations and avoid lapses in funding for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), and the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), which fund critical public services for tribal nations, including hospitals, schools, tribal justice services, and social services for children, families, and seniors. The legislation was developed in collaboration with tribal leaders, including the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), National Indian Health Board (NIHB), and the National Indian Education Association (NIEA). A government shutdown means entire systems that serve the health care, education, and community safety needs of Native communities are interrupted or that workers must stay on the job without pay – making Indian Country disproportionately at risk of harm from delays in annual appropriations. Advance appropriations is a budgetary solution that would protect the services provided by these agencies from future shutdowns. Moving federal Indian programs including BIA, BIE, and IHS to the advance appropriations process will protect these agencies and tribal governments from cash flow problems that regularly occur due to delays in the enactment of annual appropriations legislation. "The federal government's inability to pass annual appropriations on time is a serious threat to the well-being of Native American communities," Rep. McCollum said. "We must act to ensure that the federal funding critical to maintaining life, health, and safety services throughout Indian Country will not be interrupted by another shutdown. Advance appropriations is a necessary step for making good on our federal trust and treaty commitments to our Native American brothers and sisters." "Alaska Native and American Indian communities have historically been shortchanged when it comes to receiving high-quality health care to meet their unique needs… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-votes-against-raising-debt-ceiling Stauber Votes Against Raising Debt Ceiling 2021-10-12 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) voted against the Senate provision to raise the debt ceiling. Following the vote, Stauber made the following statement: "Voting to raise the debt ceiling would enable President Biden and his allies in Congress to fund their $5.5 trillion tax and spend package, which is filled to the brim with pork. It is unacceptable that Democrats want to spend more money at this critical juncture instead of discussing pro-growth policies that will change the direction of our nearly $29 trillion in national debt. "Democrats control the White House, Senate, and House – so if they want to spend trillions of dollars that we can't afford – then they can do so alone. When inflation soars to even greater heights and American families suffer as a result of their expensive policies, the blame will fall squarely upon their shoulders." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-statement-indigenous-peoples-day McCollum Statement on Indigenous Peoples' Day 2021-10-11 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) released the following statement in recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day: "Indigenous Peoples' Day honors the first people who lived in North America and their immeasurable value and contributions. As we celebrate these resilient and strong communities, we acknowledge the importance of the U.S. government upholding its trust and treaty obligations to tribal governments. "I have signed on a cosponsor of legislation to formally establish Indigenous Peoples' Day as a federal holiday. Tribal nations experience disproportionate challenges due to broken promises from the federal government and a lack of proper consultation on decisions that impact tribal treaty rights. "During the COVID-19 pandemic, tribes have experienced enormous losses – but they have also responded strongly, with high rates of vaccination to keep their communities safe. The federal government must do better to make good on its promises and support tribal communities. That is why I will soon be introducing the Indian Programs Advance Appropriations Act, to ensure that vital services for tribal communities are not disrupted by government shutdowns or delayed appropriations. "Today I join Governor Walz and all Minnesotans in honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day, and especially celebrate Minnesota's Ojibwe and Dakota nations." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/10/rep-fischbach-pushes-secretary-of-agriculture-on-emergency-haying-and-grazing-waiver Rep. Fischbach Pushes Secretary of Agriculture on Emergency Haying and Grazing Waiver 2021-10-08 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Rep. Fischbach participated in a hearing where she had the opportunity to question Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack about why the Department has not responded to several requests for emergency assistance needed due to the ongoing drought across Minnesota. “…You mention that producers have faced the possibility of having to liquidate herds due to the lack of availability or affordability of feed and forage from this summers’ drought,” said Congresswoman Fischbach. “In my district, this was not just a possibility, but a reality. Nearly all of my state has been in some kind of abnormally dry condition, and over three quarters in severe drought.” In July, the Congresswoman wrote a letter with Senator Klobuchar, signed by the Minnesota Delegation, urging Secretary Vilsack to grant an emergency waiver for haying and grazing on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) lands in Minnesota prior to the primary nesting season. Secretary Vilsack did not authorize this and gave no explanation. Even more inexplicable, emergency haying was also disallowed as drought conditions worsened, something that the Secretary himself could not explain. Congresswoman Fischbach continued, saying “I can’t for the life of me figure out why a county’s haying situation is suddenly in better shape, enough to lift this emergency authorization, as the drought conditions actually worsen. I will continue reaching out to the Department of Agriculture, and everyone else I can, until they listen to our farmers and grant the emergency waiver they need.” The full exchange between Congresswoman Fischbach and Secretary Vilsack can be found here. A list of federal and state drought resources available can be found on Congresswoman Fischbach’s website. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ilhan-omar-leads-letter-calling-biden-administration-release-student-debt Rep. Ilhan Omar Leads Letter Calling on Biden Administration to Release Student Debt Cancellation Memo 2021-10-08 2021 2021-10 Democrat House MN Ilhan Omar O000173 omar.house.gov omar https://omar.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper MINNEAPOLIS—Today, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) led a letter to President Biden and Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona urging the administration to release the memo to determine the extent of the administration's authority to broadly cancel student debt through administrative action. "Decades ago, Congress voted to authorize the executive branch to cancel federal student loans. Federal student debt can be canceled with the ‘flick of your pen,'" the Members wrote. "This authority is already being put to use, as it is currently being used to cancel the interest owed on all federally-held student loans. Now it is time for you to honor your campaign pledge and use this authority to cancel all student debt." "The resumption of payments on federally-held student loans weighs heavily on tens of millions of borrowers. Forty-five million student debtors collectively owe $1.8 trillion of student debt, a sum almost equivalent to the $1.9 trillion the world's billionaires made in 2020 alone. While the rich have gotten richer, the economic harm of the pandemic has not subsided for ordinary Americans. Unemployment insurance has been cut off and millions are living under threat of eviction." In April, the White House promised that this memo would be released in a matter of "weeks." Over six months having passed since that then. With only four months left before the student loan moratorium expires, borrowers are anxiously awaiting the administration's actions. Making matters worse, one week ago over 16.5 million borrowers were dropped by their loan-services adding more confusion to the chaos. The letter is also signed by Reps. Ayanna Pressley, Yvette Clarke, Adriano Espaillat, Danny K. Davis, Jahana Hayes, Rashida Tlaib, Cori Bush, Jesús G. "Chuy" García, Eleanor Holmes Norton, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Nydia Velazquez, Bonnie Watson Coleman, Frederica S. Wilson, Jimmy Gomez, Pramila Jayapal, Earl Blumenauer, Al Green and Carolyn Maloney. Rep. Omar has been a leading advocate for student loan forgiveness since she began se… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-advocates-for-alternative-pain-management-options-to-address-the-opioid-epidemic Emmer Advocates for Alternative Pain Management Options to Address the Opioid Epidemic 2021-10-07 2021 2021-10 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) continued his advocacy to fight the opioid epidemic in America. Specifically, Congressman Emmer sent a letter to Tamara Syrek Jensen, the Director of the Coverage and Analysis Group for the Centers for Clinical Standards and Quality, and Dr. Stephen Boren, the Medical Director for National Government Services to express concern regarding the currently proposed local coverage determination (LCD) for epidural interventions and other non-opioid forms of pain-management. “The current proposal reduces the use of epidural injections to an unmanageably low level and fails to consider the previously-eligible patients in desperate need of pain management who depend on this procedure. Non-opioid relief choices are already limited and, for some patients, this option has been relied on for 25 years," said Emmer. “The opioid epidemic has devastated families and communities across this nation, and our government must support all available forms of non-opioid pain management for patients struggling with chronic pain. Changes must be made to the LCD before it is too late,” Emmer concluded. In accordance with evidence-based policies put forth by the Multi-jurisdictional Committee, an advisory committee tasked with analyzing the quality of evidence used to make a determination, Congressman Emmer strongly encouraged the following revisions to the LCD: Provide coverage for multiple procedures in the same session, when reasonable and necessary, Expand the greatly constricted inclusion criteria for indications and medical necessity, Increase the number of procedures during the diagnostic or initial phase, Add percutaneous adhesiolysis to the list of eligible procedures, which is designed to break up scarring in the epidural-site in order to relieve chronic low back and leg pain. Read the letter here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/9/rep-fischbach-democrat-failures-to-fund-the-government-continue Rep. Fischbach: Democrat Failures to Fund the Government Continue 2021-09-30 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on the Senate amendment to H.R. 5305, a bill to temporarily fund the government. In response, Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) issued the following statement: “As I’ve said before, this bill highlights the Democrats’ inability to perform the basic function of passing a budget and funding the government for a full fiscal year. This constitutionally mandated role is where Congress’ focus and energy needs to be – not on pushing through hyper-partisan legislation that only serves to rally the radical Democratic base. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-sends-letter-to-protect-life-saving-medical-therapies-for-patients-in-need Emmer Sends Letter to Protect Life-Saving Medical Therapies for Patients in Need 2021-09-29 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure to express concern regarding both the outcome and process surrounding the Fiscal Year 2022 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule. Specifically, the Congressman is concerned that the rule threatens to remove a critical therapy option known as laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) for inoperable patients suffering from brain cancer and epilepsy. The process also failed to include stakeholder input, which sets a concerning precedent. "Individuals facing the challenges of epilepsy, or the tragedy of an inoperable brain tumor deserve every opportunity to seek any care available. If access to LITT is terminated, patients across the nation will suffer,” said Emmer. "LITT was developed in my home state of Minnesota, a place known for innovative medical technologies like the pacemaker, prosthetic heart valves, and more. We are proud of our contributions to the medical community, especially LITT, as it has become the last hope for many suffering from inoperable brain tumors and epilepsy. Limiting patient access to life-saving treatment is unconscionable. We deserve answers as to why this therapy is being threatened, and why there was not a standard public comment period,” Emmer concluded. To read Congressman Emmer’s letter, click here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://fischbach.house.gov/2021/9/line-3-replacement-project-set-to-be-fully-operational-friday Line 3 Replacement Project Set to be Fully Operational Friday 2021-09-29 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Michelle Fischbach F000470 fischbach.house.gov fischbach https://fischbach.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, DC – Today, Enbridge Inc. announced the completion of the Line 3 Replacement Project, which will be in service October 1. The new line replaced an existing line that was corroding and operating at half capacity. In preparation for this project, input was gathered from 71 public comment regulatory meetings and more than 3,500 community engagement meetings, making it the most studied pipeline project in Minnesota state history. “This is a monumental step for the health, safety, and livelihoods of the people that live and work along the 337-mile stretch of pipeline in Minnesota,” said Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07). “The project was also the largest privately financed construction project in state history, supporting thousands of skilled labor jobs across northern Minnesota and millions in construction-related revenue to communities near the pipeline’s route. “I want to thank every single person involved in this historic project. You did the hard work of engaging with local communities and exceeded legal and regulatory requirements during the scientific review phase. You also faced near-constant attempts to block the project from urban environmentalists and liberal special interest groups. I commend you all for the time and energy you have invested. The state of Minnesota will benefit for decades to come because of your efforts.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-applauds-interior-department-selection-university-minnesota-lead McCollum Applauds Interior Department Selection of University of Minnesota to Lead Midwest Climate Adaptation Science Center 2021-09-29 2021 2021-09 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) applauded the Department of the Interior's announcement today that the ninth and final Climate Adaptation Science Center (CASC) will be hosted at the University of Minnesota's Institute on the Environment. The CASC will operate in consortium with University of Wisconsin, the College of the Menominee Nation, the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Consortium, Michigan State University, Indiana University, the University of Illinois, and the Nature Conservancy. The center will cover Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Missouri. Regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers (CASCs) are funded by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) within the Department of Interior. These Centers are a partnership-driven program that teams scientific researchers with natural and cultural resource managers and local communities to help fish, wildlife, waters, and lands across the country adapt to changing climatic conditions. The urgency to confront climate change is highlighted by today's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announcement that 23 previously endangered species have now been declared extinct. The disastrous implications of climate change on biodiversity cannot be overstated. During a perilous time in the previous Congress, when both the Trump White House and Republican-controlled U.S. Senate were led by climate deniers, McCollum succeeded in not only defending the centers but ensuring their full funding, and even increasing funding over the last two fiscal years. In FY 2020, McCollum inserted appropriations language to create the Midwest CASC, and today's announcement is the culmination of McCollum's efforts – putting the challenges of climate change in the hands of scientists and researchers, not partisan politicians. Congresswoman McCollum released the following statement: "Confronting the consequences of climate change on the environment, biodiversity, and human health is the most significant scientific and policy challenge of this generation," McCollum s… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases/stauber-line-3-completion-major-win-every-minnesotan Stauber: Line 3 Completion a Major Win for Every Minnesotan 2021-09-29 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Pete Stauber S001212 stauber.house.gov stauber https://stauber.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) released the following statement celebrating the completion of the Line 3 Replacement Project and the establishment of an in-service date of October 1st. "Line 3's completion is good news and a major accomplishment for our state. This would not have been possible without the hard work of the union members, contractors, and tribal members who successfully and safely managed its construction, as well as those who staunchly advocated for this replacement project. President Biden, several Congressional Progressives, and anti-jobs activists continue to do everything in their power to eliminate necessary energy projects, making the news of this project's completion especially uplifting. This is a win for every Minnesotan, and I am looking forward to seeing Line 3 positively impact our state's economy and environment for many years to come." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-announces-wright-county-town-hall Emmer Announces Wright County Town Hall 2021-09-28 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Otsego, MN – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced that he will be holding a town hall in Wright County. "My staff and I strive to be transparent, accountable, and most importantly — accessible. Town halls are a great way to facilitate this," said Emmer. "If there is an issue or concern you hope to express – or want to know where I stand on an issue – please join me in Wright County on October 5th!” Date: October 5, 2021 Time: 7:00PM-8:00PM Location: Montrose City Council Chambers 200 Center Ave S, Montrose, MN 55363 ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-urges-fed-chair-to-support-digital-asset-innovation Emmer Urges Fed Chair to Support Digital Asset Innovation 2021-09-28 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) led a bipartisan letter with 6 of his colleagues to Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The letter highlights concern with Powell’s statement that the biggest supporting argument for a Fed-issued digital currency is that it could eliminate the need for private sector innovation. Specifically, Congressman Emmer asked, What steps is the Fed taking to coordinate with other federal regulators on the development of policy guidance for digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, and other critical related policy issues such as custody and accounting, to ensure the United States remains a leader in financial innovation? What steps is the Fed taking on its own or in coordination with regional Federal Reserve Banks to provide regulatory clarity to banks that wish to offer cryptocurrency or other digital asset custody to their customers? When does the Fed plan to release the discussion paper exploring the design of a United States central bank digital currency (CBDC) and does the Fed intend to highlight the importance of preserving a marketplace of private payment networks? Since cryptocurrency networks facilitate a myriad of applications, from decentralized identity to decentralized file storage, do you believe a CBDC would make such applications, and the cryptocurrencies that power them, obsolete? “Empowering individual Americans to become everyday investors should be our highest priority – decentralized digital assets provide that opportunity. The Federal Reserve must work to support domestic innovation,” said Emmer. “It’s imperative that we get this right – or we risk losing the momentum of this technology altogether. Our government should never be in the business of thwarting innovation. I look forward to Chairman Powell’s response, and to continue working together to develop the best regulatory framework that supports digital assets,” Emmer concluded. Read Congressman Emmer’s letter here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-earns-wilson-center-award-congressional-service McCollum Earns Wilson Center Award for Congressional Service 2021-09-28 2021 2021-09 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) was honored at the Woodrow Wilson Awards Monday as a recipient of the 2021 Daniel Patrick Moynihan Award for Congressional Service, releasing the following statement: "I was honored to receive the Daniel Patrick Moynihan Award for Congressional Service, along with my colleague Senator Roger F. Wicker," McCollum said. "I greatly value the work of The Wilson Center to embody a ‘finer spirit of hope and achievement' and put it into action. Throughout my career in Congress, I have strived to reach across the aisle to work together to address global health challenges and ensure the power of American leadership drives positive change to improve people's lives. From securing a 10 percent set-aside for orphans and vulnerable children in the original President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) authorization, to my current work to reauthorize the Feed the Future program in response to global food insecurity, I'm proud that these significant achievements align with Woodrow Wilson's philosophy: that as public servants, we are here to enrich the world. I'm grateful for this recognition and look forward to continuing to work together with the Wilson Center and my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to effect change." Background: The Woodrow Wilson Awards are given to those individuals whose actions and accomplishments, either in their careers or through service, reflect President Woodrow Wilson's belief that "there is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed." Congresswoman McCollum's remarks can be viewed here. A written copy of the remarks is available here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-announces-upcoming-service-academy-information-night Emmer Announces Upcoming Service Academy Information Night 2021-09-27 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Otsego, MN – Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced today that his office will be hosting a Service Academy Night for individuals interested in applying for a nomination to one of our nation’s service academies. "Our service academies produce some of the most honorable young men and women that serve our nation, and I have the distinct honor of assisting them with the nomination process," said Emmer. “These young people make a bold commitment to our country, and they learn the skills and tools to become future leaders. I am proud to play a supportive part in their journey.” The meeting will give participants the opportunity to learn about the application process as well as the Congressional nomination process. Representatives from the United States Military Academy at West Point, the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Naval Academy, and the United States Merchant Marine Academy will be available to answer any questions. To learn more about Military Academy Nominations, click here. When: Monday, October 11, 2021, 6:00 PM CT Where: St. Cloud Library, Mississippi Room,1300 W St Germain St, St Cloud, MN 56301 For more information, contact Alejandra Henriquez in our Otsego office at (763) 241-6848 or at Alejandra.Henriquez@mail.house.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/emmer-stauber-and-fischbach-urge-administration-to-provide-clarity-after-canada-border-closure Emmer, Stauber, and Fischbach Urge Administration to Provide Clarity After Canada Border Closure 2021-09-27 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06), Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07), and Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) sent a letter to the Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas requesting an immediate report from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to Congress with a plan for operationalizing new border procedures once reopened. President Biden extended the closure of land borders until October 21, at the earliest. Northern border states are especially impacted by the United States-Canada border closure. Currently, Customs and Border Protection does not appear to have a plan in place or the resources necessary to execute a safe reopening without causing tremendous delays at land ports of entry (LPOE). This is a major problem for members of the commercial trade sector, who need to know whether DHS will assign appropriate resources to maintain adequate levels of security and efficiency so that all LPOEs can operate successfully. “The closure of our northern border impacts Americans and Canadians alike, and the impact is especially felt by Minnesotans like those who live in the Northwest Angle. Between the halt to trade, the disruption to the tourism industry, and the separation of our citizens, this closure has been devastating,” said Emmer. “The impact is impossible to quantify exactly, but prior to the pandemic, cross-border trade in goods totaled nearly $720 billion. In fact, 90 percent of the Canadian population lives within one hundred miles of the border, making Canada our country’s largest inbound travel market. It’s safe to say, our country has suffered because of this border closure,” Emmer continued. “The ongoing closure of our northern border continues to have detrimental economic and social costs which grow every day the closure remains in place. Our LPOE checkpoints must reopen safely and efficiently, and DHS must be prepared for this eventuality,” Emmer concluded. “Biden’s continued border closure ignores science, logic, and the economic hardship of border comm… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/icymi-emmer-and-hill-author-op-ed-on-china ICYMI: Emmer and Hill Author Op-Ed on China 2021-09-27 2021 2021-09 Republican House MN Tom Emmer E000294 emmer.house.gov emmer https://emmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Representative Tom Emmer (MN-06) authored an opinion piece with his colleague Representative French Hill (AR-02) titled “Don’t Let China Rewrite the Rules for the Global Economy.” The piece was featured in House Financial Services Committee Republican Leader Patrick McHenry’s published editorial in Morning Consult. Read Congressman McHenry’s piece in Morning Consult here. Read Congressman Emmer & Congressman Hill’s piece below, or by clicking here. “The World Health Organization’s (WHO) ineptitude in the early days of COVID-19 shed light on China’s growing influence over international institutions. The decline of the WHO should serve as a warning as China seeks to expand its malign reach, particularly in economic governance at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, and the G20. These are the organizations that shape the world’s financial architecture, providing countries with lifelines during crises, setting conditions when they borrow, and monitoring the overall health of the global economy. China feels entitled to a greater say in how these organizations work. The U.S. must make it clear that they haven’t earned it. China is now the largest official creditor in the world, with its lending having increased from almost nothing in 1998 to an estimated $1.6 trillion in 2018. Chinese leaders have placed particular emphasis on financing infrastructure across the globe under their Belt and Road Initiative, which now encompasses around 3,000 projects with a value of nearly $4 trillion. Because Beijing doesn’t comply with international standards for lending terms that the U.S. and other major creditors have agreed to, the details of much of this financing remain murky. This intentional deception poses massive challenges to the work of the IMF and multilateral development banks, where America and its allies have traditionally been the top shareholders. Without an understanding of countries’ obligations to China, public and private creditors can’t structure their loans effectively,… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-statement-passage-women-s-health-protection-act McCollum Statement on Passage of Women’s Health Protection Act 2021-09-24 2021 2021-09 Democrat House MN Betty McCollum M001143 mccollum.house.gov mccollum https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) issued the following statement today after voting to pass H.R. 3755, the Women's Health Protection Act: "It has been nearly 50 years since the Supreme Court confirmed the constitutional right to reproductive health care in the Roe v. Wade decision," McCollum said. "Even though the majority of Americans recognize and support the importance of safe, accessible abortion, attacks on reproductive rights continue across the nation. As we watch Republican-controlled state legislatures pass increasingly restrictive measures, it is past time to solidify the right to abortion in federal law. I proudly voted for the Women's Health Protection Act (WHPA) to finally codify the protections established in Roe v. Wade. Despite Republican rhetoric, their extreme movement only seeks to deny women the fundamental liberty to make deeply personal decisions about their own reproductive lives. These decisions should remain between a patient and their doctor. Make no mistake: Stripping away women's rights to privacy is unacceptable, and with the passage of this bill, House Democrats are creating a legislative safeguard. I strongly urge the Senate to pass this bill immediately and stand up for accessible reproductive health care for all." Amid a dangerous assault on women's basic health freedoms – from state houses across the country to the U.S. Supreme Court – this landmark legislation enshrines into law the vital protections of Roe v. Wade and secures the right to reproductive care for all women across America. The Women's Health Protection Act codifies the constitutional right to abortion care as found in Roe and reaffirmed in many subsequent decisions for nearly half a century. It establishes the federal statutory right for health care providers to offer abortion care and the federal right for patients to receive that care, free from state restrictions. Enshrining these essential rights is also an issue of racial and economic justice, as restrictions on reproductive care disproportionately harm w… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:17:01Z

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