Press Releases
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced the release of a report he commissioned from the Law Library of Congress on the taxation of cryptocurrency around the world. The report was compiled by foreign law specialists and focuses on the tax treatment of new tokens obtained by cryptocurrency mining or staking, otherwise known as "block rewards."
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced the Mutual Fund Litigation Reform Act, which will prevent attorneys from filing baseless litigation designed to abuse the legal system for financial gain.
Bill would establish a demonstration program for trauma-informed training of law enforcement
Legislation is inspired by Abby Honold, a former University of Minnesota student and rape survivor
Washington, D.C. – Following enactment of financial oversight provisions substantially similar to legislation he previously authored, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced his first priority financial services legislation for the 117th Congress that promotes additional transparency and oversight of financial regulators.
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced legislation to support law enforcement, first responders, and community groups in their mission to eradicate elder abuse.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) issued the following statement after attending the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States:
“Attending a Presidential Inauguration is a privilege and I am honored to participate in the peaceful transition of power. I wish the President well in our shared mission to bring the country together, find common ground, and work constructively together to advance policies important to the American people.”
Washington, D.C. - On December 31, 2020, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) led a bipartisan and bicameral letter to the Department of Treasury expressing concerns regarding a limited comment period on a proposed rulemaking that would significantly affect the blockchain industry and u
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) issued the following statement regarding his vote not to impeach the President of the United States:
“In one week, a peaceful transfer of power will occur that has been the hallmark of our Republic. Today’s vote only serves to further the division in our country at a time when our country desperately needs to move forward together.”
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) reintroduced the Safe Teachers Assistance and Return To School (STARTS) Act to assist teachers who have returned to the workplace for in-person teaching. The legislation increases and extends the educator expense deduction for teachers purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) out-of-pocket.
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) issued the following statement following Congress’s certification of the Electoral College Results for the 2020 Presidential election: