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One in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually abused before they turn 18 years old. Additionally, 34% of people who sexually abuse a child are family members, often complicating the reporting and justice process.

Emmer said, “When the most vulnerable among us are victimized, they are too often forced to suffer in silence.”

Emmer said, "Everyday investors fuel innovation and serve an essential role in our economy.

America’s workers have always been one of our greatest strengths. However, the last few years have presented new challenges to the growth and long-term strength of our labor force. From pandemic lockdowns and the ensuing business closures, our workers have shown true resiliency through these difficult times.

Washington, D.C.— Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) sent a letter to Comptroller General Gene Dodaro requesting a study of the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) mortgage assistance to acute care hospitals.

Ensuring our students receive a quality education is fundamental to the future success of our communities and our nation. When students were forced into remote learning during the COVID pandemic, parents gained newfound insights into the curricula their children were learning in school. Many were concerned by what they learned.

Minnesota is home to one of the largest untapped critical mineral reserves in the world. These minerals are used in the production of airplanes, cell phones, and other items indispensable to the American economy and our national security.

As the need for these critical minerals grows, we have a very simple choice: we can either mine these minerals safely and responsibly here in the United States, or remain reliant on countries like China and Russia.