Press Releases

Washington, D.C.— Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) joined a bipartisan, bicameral letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken in support of adoptions of Ukrainian children by American families. The letter was led by the chairs of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption, of which Congressman Emmer is a member.

Washington, D.C.— Today, Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) and Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced the Responsible Budget Targets Act (RBTA) to gradually rein in the growth of federal spending in the coming decades by implementing flexible budget caps.

Emmer said, “Our national debt ten years ago was $16 trillion. Today, that debt has nearly doubled, to over $30 trillion. Our fiscal trajectory as a nation is unsustainable and threatens the future of our children and grandchildren.”

Emmer said, “Skyrocketing and unprecedented input prices are robbing our farmers of their livelihoods, and even today’s high commodity prices simply can’t keep pace. President Biden owes it to our ag community to ensure fertilizer is accessible and affordable.”

Congressman Emmer said, “The Congressional Art Competition is a chance to celebrate the great talent exhibited by young artists in the Sixth District. I am always impressed by the excellent art we receive and look forward to seeing this year’s submissions!”

Washington, D.C.— Today, Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced companion legislation to Representative Emmer’s (MN-06) bill prohibiting the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) directly to individuals. Representative Tom Emmer first introduced this legislation on January 18, 2022.  

Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Emmer announced his office will begin accepting applications for the seventh annual Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP). Eligible applicants include high school-aged girls in the Sixth Congressional District. 

Emmer said “Year after year, this program has connected present and future women leaders in the Sixth District. I am consistently impressed by the promise displayed by our participants and excited to welcome a new class to our Young Women’s Leadership Program.”

The Anoka-based Vista Outdoor, which includes Federal, CCI, Remington and Speer ammunition brands, announced earlier this month that they were working to donate one million rounds of ammunition to Ukrainian forces. Congressman Emmer worked directly with Vista Outdoor and Federal Premium to prioritize and expedite the transfer within various federal agencies, including the Departments of State and Commerce.

“Sexual assault is a life-shattering event, the trauma of which can be compounded by improper care,” said Emmer. “The Abby Honold Act will equip first responders with valuable healing tools and give a voice to survivors.”