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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.
Emmer Announces Stearns County Town Hall
August 29, 2016
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Otsego, MN – Today, Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-06) announced that he will be holding his seventh town hall of the year. This town hall will be held in Stearns County. 

When Congressman Emmer first took office, he promised the fine folks of Minnesota’s Sixth Congressional District that he would remain transparent, accessible and accountable. That is why during his first year of office, Congressman Emmer held a town hall in every county within Minnesota’s Sixth District, and plans to do the same this year. 

Wright County Town Hall
August 23, 2016
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Walz and Emmer Continue their Bipartisan Work, Follow-Up on St. Cloud VA
August 12, 2016
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Respond to reports released from the Inspector General and Office of Medical Inspector on St. Cloud VA Health Care System
Washington County Town Hall
August 4, 2016
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