Press Releases

Emmer Introduces Legislation to Help Seniors
September 29, 2016
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Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) introduced the Retirement Inflation Protection Act which will help seniors by reducing their tax burden caused by inflation.

The Retirement Inflation Protection Act will protect all Americans over the age of 59.5 years old from paying capital gains taxes, caused by inflation, on assets like a house, a business, or stocks. This will ensure that Seniors are only paying capital gains on real increases in value of an asset, thus, allowing them to keep more of their own money for retirement. 

Emmer Applauds Announcement of Nominee for U.S. Ambassador to Cuba
September 27, 2016
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Washington, D.C. - Following the President’s announcement nominating Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis as the U.S. Ambassador to Cuba, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) released the below statement:

Emmer Statement Following St. Cloud Mall Attack
September 18, 2016
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Otsego, MN - Following the stabbing at Crossroads Mall in St. Cloud, Minnesota yesterday, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) released the following statement:

"The person who attacked innocent people at the Crossroads Mall in St. Cloud last night struck terror into the hearts of all Americans. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this attack and we hope for their speedy recovery. The citizen who stopped this evil man and ended his attack is a hero and has the gratitude and admiration of us all.  

Stearns County Town Hall
September 16, 2016
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Minnesota Delegation Introduces House Resolution Honoring Jacob Wetterling and Wetterling Family
September 15, 2016
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Washington, D.C. –  Yesterday, the Minnesota delegation introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the life of Jacob Wetterling and the efforts by Patty Wetterling and the Wetterling family for finding abducted children and supporting their families.

Minnesota Congressional Delegation Urges Support for Minnesota's Bid to Host 2023 World's Fair
September 14, 2016
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In a bipartisan letter to Secretary of State Kerry and Secretary of Commerce Pritzker, Minnesota lawmakers highlight state’s innovative economy, welcoming community, and accomplishments in promoting health and wellness
Emmer's Third Piece of Legislation Passes off the House Floor
September 8, 2016
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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) supported a package of pro-growth, pro-business reforms which includes his legislation, the Micro Offering Safe Harbor Act. This bill was included in the Accelerating Access to Capital Act which passed off the House Floor with a bipartisan vote of 236-178.

The Micro Offering Safe Harbor Act, H.R. 4850, is Emmer’s third bill to pass out of the U.S. House of Representatives in his first term.

Emmer Statement on Jacob Wetterling
September 3, 2016
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Otsego, MN - Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) released the following statement regarding the recent developments in the Jacob Wetterling case:

Following Efforts from Minnesota Delegation, Department of Transportation Finalizes Nonstop Service Between Tokyo's Haneda Airport and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
September 2, 2016
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In May, Minnesota lawmakers sent a bipartisan letter to Secretary Foxx highlighting the importance of access to growing Asian markets for Minnesota businesses and travelers and urging Department of Transportation (DOT) to consider Delta Air Lines’ application for service between Tokyo’s Haneda Airport and MSP. DOT announced this week it has finalized decision for nonstop service between Haneda Airport and MSP.
Klobuchar, Franken, Minnesota Delegation Members Urge Treasury Department and IRS to Protect Minnesota's Economic Development and Infrastructure Projects
August 29, 2016
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A diverse array of entities in Minnesota, such as port authorities, are currently authorized to sell tax-exempt bonds to fund projects that contribute significantly to communities; An Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rule proposal could halt funding for these projects. In a letter to the Treasury Department and the IRS, Klobuchar, Franken, and members of the Minnesota congressional delegation called on the agency to ensure that any new rule does not harm the ability of Minnesota’s political subdivisions to provide vital community services.