Press Releases
WASHINGTON, DC - Today Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06), who was just named a co-chair of the Congressional Blockchain Caucus, announced he will introduce three groundbreaking bills to support blockchain technology and digital currencies.
WASHINGTON, DC - National Farmers Union (NFU) recognized Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) with the Golden Triangle Award, the family farm organization’s highest legislative honor, for his leadership and support at the federal policymaking level for family farmers, ranchers and their rural communities.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) took to the House floor to announce the recipients from Minnesota's law enforcement who are receiving the FBI Director's Award for Excellence for their enduring work on the disappearance of Jacob Wetterling:
Washington, D.C.- Today Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) was honored by the National Taxpayers Union (NTU) for having one of the strongest voting records in Congress for supporting lower taxes, limited government, and economic freedom.
“I am honored to be recognized by the National Taxpayers Union,” said Congressman Emmer. “Hardworking Minnesotans maintain a budget, spending within their means while taking good care of their families. Our government should follow their example and do the same.”
WASHINGTON, DC - Today Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded CentraCare Health in St. Cloud, MN a grant of $324,290 to provide telehealth services for Minnesotans in rural areas. Specifically this grant will support implementation and evaluation of broad telehealth networks to deliver 24-hour Emergency Department (ED) consultation services via telehealth to rural providers.
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded St. Cloud Regional Airport a grant of $1,242,179 for the construction of a 1,600 foot taxiway to provide access to aircraft hangars. Due to growing demand, St. Cloud Regional Airport is quickly running out of hangar space. This grant would provide for infrastructure construction that would support additional development of the airport.