September 6, 2024

Dear John:

Recently, I had the privilege of joining the Oklee community as they renamed their Post Office in honor of Coya Knutson, the first woman to represent the state of Minnesota in Congress. Though her time in Congress came with its fair share of challenges, from both in Washington and back home, she was passionate about her beliefs and stuck to her guns to improve the lives of her fellow Minnesotans. It was an honor to have introduced and passed the legislation to commemorate someone who had such an impact on this community, the state, and the country.

I was grateful to stand with Ms. Knutson's family and her biographers on what would have been her 112th birthday, and I want to thank everyone who made the dedication possible. I especially want to thank Barb Knutson. Her husband, Coya's son, Terry, played such an important role in making today happen, and I was so sad to hear of his passing earlier this summer and that he could not be there with us on the day.

CHS Annual Meeting

I joined CHS's Board of Directors meeting, which was rescheduled from March, when Minnesota winter had other plans. We discussed the Farm Bill, trade policies and what I'm doing with the Ways and Means Committee to expand export access for U.S. markets, and what's in store for the rest of the year. It was great to hear from member-owners and other cooperatives from the Morris area about their concerns and ideas.

Willmar Roundtable

When I sat down with the Willmar and their Chamber of Commerce, I heard a lot about their concerns regarding local business as well as what they are working on for the future. We discussed overregulation and tax policies, workforce issues and visa programs, and how we can prepare and empower young people joining the workforce in Minnesota's communities. I look forward to bringing these issues to the forefront when I go back to Washington.

What matters most to you?

Thank you for reading!

As always, my office is open and ready to serve constituents of Minnesota's Seventh Congressional District! Please do not hesitate to get in touch if there is anything I can do to help. Have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Michelle Fischbach

Member of Congress

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