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Otsego, Minn. -- Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced today that his office is seeking submissions for the annual Congressional Art Competition from high school students living in Minnesota's 6th District. 

"The 6th District is home to many talented teenagers," said Emmer. "This competition is an opportunity for high school students in Minnesota to showcase their skills and brighten the halls of Congress with a little hometown flair. I encourage anyone interested to submit their original piece." 

By Rep. Tom Emmer

Government must be a resource, not a roadblock, on the road to accessible health care and medical advancement.

Since the rollout of the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, more than a year ago, the American people have faced an unending wave of challenges and disappointments. From lengthy and glitch-prone signups to shady contractors and privacy concerns, the public has every right to be outraged. And they are.

According to a Gallup poll taken shortly after the November election, 56 percent were opposed to the current law.

Last night I joined my colleagues on the House Floor to discuss the global crisis of human trafficking. 

Nearly a year ago, Boko Haram terrorists in Nigeria kidnapped more than 200 teenage girls with the intent of selling them off into slavery. This crime against humanity sparked international outrage, but a distracted world soon turned their attention, and their backs, on these young women. 

On Saturday I had the honor of attending a departure ceremony in St. Cloud for 12 Minnesota National Guard soldiers. As part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the Detachment 1, Charlie Company 1-171 Aviation Regiment is heading to Kuwait for a year-long deployment, where they will conduct medical evacuations. It was a joy to see so many family, friends, and members of the community join together to give these impressive men and women a proper sendoff.