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October 25, 2024
Dear Fourth District Constituent,
We are ten days away from Election Day. Whether you're a Democrat, Republican, or Independent, I strongly encourage you to exercise your right to vote.
Many Minnesotans enjoy the tradition of voting in-person on Election Day. But if you prefer to get it out of the way, you can skip the line altogether and vote early (scroll down for early voting locations) or register to vote by mail. If you vote by mail, you can track your ballot online to make sure it's counted.
Whatever questions you may have about voting, you'll find the answer on mnvotes.gov. Here, you can double check your registration, view a sample ballot to help you with your research, and track live results on Election Night.
Innovative Solar Demonstration
On Thursday I toured the research and development site for LEMA, a Saint Paul solar company. I joined employees and representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Marine Corps University to learn more about the innovative solar technologies being developed by the company in partnership with U.S. government agencies for use around the world in various applications, including micro-electric grid and water treatment and communications systems.
LEMA Founder Brian Plourde talks with Congresswoman McCollum under a Solar Panel at LEMA's Research and Development Site.
Official Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin
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The 2008 National Defense Authorization Act directed the Secretary of Defense to create a program that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The official Vietnam War Commemoration continues through Veterans Day 2025 as it supports federal, state, and local government programs and activities.
I look forward to meeting Vietnam veterans and honoring them with a presentation of
the official Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin as a lasting recognition of our nation’s gratitude for their service. All living United States veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time between November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975, regardless of location of service are eligible to receive this lapel pin. To identify eligible veterans, an individual or veteran’s family member may complete this form, and email it to [email protected].
Opportunity to Nominate a Name for a New VA Women's Clinic
The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is seeking nominations for naming the new Women’s Clinic. The deadline to submit a candidate is October 30 th. Click here for more information.
Service Academy Nominations
The deadline for MN-04 residents to apply for a congressional nomination to a U.S. service academy is Monday, November 4 th. Applications must be postmarked by that date. Learn more on my website.
Medicare Open Enrollment is Underway
Medicare Open Enrollment is underway until December 7 th. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration and Congressional Democrats, enrollees will benefit from a new $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket costs and the opportunity to spread those expenses over a year. Visit Medicare.gov to learn more and compare plans.
Early Voting Locations in MN-04
Ramsey County
Saint Paul
- Ramsey County Elections — Plato Building, 90 Plato Boulevard West, St. Paul, MN 55107, Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Frogtown Community Center — 230 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN 55103, Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
- Arlington Hills Community Center — 1200 Payne Ave, St. Paul, MN 55130, Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Roseville
- Ramsey County Library — Roseville, 2180 Hamline Ave North, Roseville MN 55113, Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Shoreview
- Ramsey County Library — Shoreview, 4560 Victoria St N, Shoreview, MN 55126, Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Maplewood
- Maplewood City Hall — 1830 County Road B E, Maplewood MN 55109, Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Maplewood residents only.
Washington County
Stillwater
- Washington County Government Center — 14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082, Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Oakdale
- Oakdale City Hall — 1584 Hadley Ave N, Oakdale, MN 55128, Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Woodbury
- Woodbury City Hall — 8301 Valley Creek Road, Woodbury, MN 55125, Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
As always, please stay in touch: Voice your policy opinion, ask for help with a federal agency, or find all of my recent statements at mccollum.house.gov.
Sincerely,
Betty McCollum
Member of Congress
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