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Washington, D.C.— Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced his support for a resolution led by Representative Fred Keller (PA-12) reaffirming support for American oil and natural gas production.

Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced his participation as Co-Chair of Congressional Startup Day, which provides an opportunity to connect startup entrepreneurs with policymakers.

In 2021, there were 32.5 million startups and small businesses in the United States, making up over 99% of U.S. businesses. These firms employed more than 61.2 million Americans, with three million of those jobs coming from startups under a year old.

Washington, D.C.— Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced the Gabriella Miller Kids First Research Act 2.0, which he cosponsored, has passed the House. The bill is named for Gabriella Miller, who tragically passed away in 2013 at the age of ten with an inoperable brain tumor.

“As a father, the pain of losing a child is unimaginable. As someone who has lost a loved one to cancer, the need for further investment to find a cure remains a personal mission,” Emmer said.

Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) led a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel regarding the significant regulatory fee increase on broadcasters for Fiscal Year 2022. 

Emmer is the co-founder and Chair of the Congressional Broadcasters Caucus. 

Emmer said, “Our broadcasters provide an essential and free service to the public. This unjustified fee increase is appalling and out-of-step with regulatory costs for any other industry under the FCC’s jurisdiction.” 

Washington, D.C.— Today, in response to the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) released the following statement:

Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) reaffirmed his ongoing support for sportsmen and women.

Emmer said, “Minnesota’s outdoor tradition is integral to our state’s history. As a lifelong sportsman, ensuring that our wildlife is conserved and Second Amendment rights are defended is of the highest importance.

“I am proud to protect this important part of our state’s heritage,” Emmer concluded.

Washington, D.C.— Last week, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) hosted the second session of his Young Women’s Leadership Program (YWLP). Since 2016, Emmer has held the YWLP, which connects high-school-aged girls with women leaders in a variety of professions from across Minnesota.