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  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
December 1, 2023 at 9:04 PM

The largest COVID fraud on record

Dear Friend,  It is no secret that we Minnesotans pay an exorbitant amount of state and local taxes. According to the Tax Foundation, Minnesota has the 8th highest per capita state and local tax collections in the United States. This level of taxation demands …
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
November 23, 2023 at 2:49 PM

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving

Dear Friend,  As we gather with friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving, we hope that you will take this opportunity to reflect on the many blessings we have as Minnesotans. Despite the joys of this gathering, this year has not been without its challenges. Risin…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
November 17, 2023 at 11:24 PM

Funding Sixth District infrastructure, Foley High School visits the Capitol and more...

Dear Friend,  As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we wanted to provide a brief update on our work to support Minnesota’s Sixth District. We are pleased to announce that the House of Representatives passed federal infrastructure funding for three water tre…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
November 11, 2023 at 4:52 PM

A Veterans Day message

Dear Friend,  Every day, we enjoy freedoms thanks to the sacrifices of our veterans. Americans live with the comfort of knowing that our liberty and safety are protected at home and abroad. We owe our veterans an immeasurable debt of gratitude. Watch a Veteran…
  Tom Emmer · [email protected]
November 11, 2023 at 2:11 PM

Thank You, Veterans!

Friend, On November 11, 1918, at 11:11 AM, the Armistice that ended the First World War was signed. Today, on this 105th Anniversary, we not only commemorate that historic day but honor each of the brave men and women who have…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 4:13 PM

Remaining steadfast in our support for Israel

Dear Friend,  The news coming out of Israel is horrific. Over 1,400 innocent Israeli men, women and children and at least 33 Americans were murdered by Hamas. An estimated 250 individuals were taken hostage, some ripped from their homes. Over 7,000 rockets have…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
October 11, 2023 at 8:35 PM

The United States stands with Israel

Dear Friend,  Over the weekend, Israel was attacked by the vicious terrorist group, Hamas. Despite the horrific attacks, the Israeli people remain resilient and determined to defend their homeland. Let us be perfectly clear: the United States must stand with the…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
October 2, 2023 at 9:12 PM

Defending our national security

Dear Friend,  Since President Biden took office, there have been over 6 million illegal border crossings. That’s more than the entire population of Minnesota. More than 150 people whose names appear on the terrorist watch list were stopped trying to illegally…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
September 27, 2023 at 8:07 PM

Defending Minnesota's Heritage

Dear Friend,  Hunting and archery are not just a sports or hobbies, they are part of our way of life as Minnesotans. For many of us, these activities are family affairs. For others, they are new skills that have been learned through friends or extracurricular a…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
September 20, 2023 at 10:04 PM

The Minnesota Air National Guard is entering a new era

Dear Friend,  Thanks to years of advocacy from the Minnesota delegation, the Minnesota Air National Guard is entering a new era.   Watch: Kare11 Coverage of Minnesota Air National Guard Press Conference Last week, the Minnesota National Guard was awarde…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
September 15, 2023 at 7:09 PM

Standing for Americans' Right to Financial Privacy

11 Dear Friend,  Countries around the world have begun implementing or are considering issuing a digital version of their currency called a central bank digital currency or CBDC. I expect many of you have heard about CBDCs, but their ability to dismantle Americans’ …
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
September 8, 2023 at 6:12 PM

SURVEY: Do School Resource Officers belong in schools?

  Cities across the state of Minnesota have begun pulling school resource officers from schools in response to a law passed by the state legislature. Last Friday, the St. Cloud Police Department joined a growing list of school districts and police departments that have put their program on…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
September 1, 2023 at 5:36 PM

It is time to expand school choice

Dear Friend,  As parents of seven children, Jacquie and I have a great deal of experience with the education system in Minnesota. One of the main things we have learned as parents is that no two children are the same, and neither is the way they learn. Last Thur…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
August 30, 2023 at 9:33 PM

A Sixth District Update from Congressman Tom Emmer

11 Dear Friend,  As Congress wraps up its August work period, we wanted to give a short update on our work in the district over the past few weeks. Congressman Emmer greets constituents following town hall event Our office was proud to host three in-person to…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
August 25, 2023 at 10:10 PM

Our third town hall of the summer

Dear Friend,  On Monday, we hosted our third in-person town hall of the summer. We appreciate the individuals who showed up to voice their concerns, and are grateful to have hosted another productive discussion with our constituents. Congressman Emmer fields que…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
August 18, 2023 at 3:20 PM

Another successful town hall in Carver County

Dear Friend,  Earlier this week, we hosted our second in-person town hall of the month! It was another great conversation about the challenges our nation and state are facing. Read on to learn more… Congressman Emmer fields questions at Hamburg Town Hall Town h…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
August 17, 2023 at 4:11 PM

ALERT: Congressman Emmer Opens New Office in Chaska

Dear Friend,  We are excited to announce that we have opened a new district office in Chaska to better serve the constituents of Carver County and Minnesota's Sixth Congressional District! Congressman Emmer cuts the ribbon at the Chaska district office The openi…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
August 14, 2023 at 4:28 PM

A successful town hall in Big Lake

Dear Friend,  Last week, we held a constituent town hall in Big Lake! We had a great discussion about the challenges our nation and state face. Read on to learn more… Congressman Emmer takes questions from constituents in Big Lake Town halls serve as an excelle…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
August 11, 2023 at 2:57 PM

Can you believe this!?

Dear Friend,  Outdoor recreational and sporting activities, like trap shooting and archery, are an integral part of our heritage. We love these activities. They teach us valuable life skills, such as discipline, teamwork, and focus, and help the next generation…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
August 4, 2023 at 3:15 PM

A Sixth District Update from Congressman Tom Emmer

Dear Friend,  As the summer winds down, we’re back in Minnesota for the congressional August District Work Period. Check out some of my recent stops below. On Monday, we hit the ground running. Read on to learn more… Congressman Emmer tours Ultra Machining Compa…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
July 24, 2023 at 7:48 PM

Minnesota Republicans Demand Accountability in Feeding Our Future Scandal

Dear Friend,  Many of you likely remember the Feeding Our Future scandal that broke in September of 2022. Since then, a total of 60 Minnesotans have been arrested in connection to the alleged fraud scheme that siphoned money from the U.S. Department of Agricult…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
July 21, 2023 at 3:56 PM

Strengthening Our Military

Dear Friend,  Last week, we led the way in supporting and strengthening our military by passing the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This is a must-pass bill that restores our military readiness, provides resources and equipment to service memb…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
July 14, 2023 at 10:55 PM

Working for Sixth District veterans

Dear Friend,  We hope you all had a wonderful Independence Day holiday. Celebrating Independence Day in Minnesota with family and friends is a high point of our summer, and it was a pleasure to be able to spend time at home in the Sixth District during the holida…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
July 14, 2023 at 12:37 AM

Visits across the Sixth District

Dear Friend,  Following the Independence Day holiday, we were excited to have the opportunity to sit down with local government, education and business leaders from across the Sixth Congressional District. Congressman Emmer meets with Chaska Mayor Mark Windshitl …
  Tom Emmer · [email protected]
July 4, 2023 at 3:03 PM

Happy 4th of July!

Friend, Happy Independence Day! Today we celebrate the founding of our truly exceptional nation. And while some might find that statement controversial, I’m not afraid to be patriotic and proud to lo…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
July 4, 2023 at 1:38 PM

An Independence Day Message

Dear Friend,  Independence Day holds a special place in the hearts of all Americans. It commemorates the historic moment our founders declared independence from an oppressive monarchy and paved the way for the birth of the greatest nation the world has ever known…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
June 27, 2023 at 9:30 PM

Restoring Fairness for Middle-Class Americans

Dear Friend,  You’ve read the headlines: more and more Americans feel that homeownership is out of reach. New listings are becoming scarce. Unbelievably, most Americans couldn’t afford to buy their own homes in today’s market. How has the Biden administration …
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
June 23, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Reining in a bloated federal government

Dear Friend,  Since taking office, President Biden and his administration have repeatedly abused their power by circumventing Congressional approval to implement their radical agenda. In his first two years, President Biden has unilaterally enacted regulations …
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
June 20, 2023 at 10:11 PM

A reality check for Treasury Secretary Yellen

Dear Friend,  What comes to mind when you think about the economy lately? High gas prices? Ballooning home interest rates? A painful tax bill? From the grocery store checkout to our retirement accounts, reminders of our sputtering economy are everywhere. The …
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
June 6, 2023 at 1:16 AM

SURVEY: Should President Biden ban gas stoves?

  Bureaucrats in the Biden administration are considering banning natural gas appliances.  The Department of Energy recently proposed new regulations that would ban up to 96% of the gas stoves currently on the market.We want to hear from you: Do you think President Biden should ban gas sto…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
June 5, 2023 at 4:48 PM

U.S. Supreme Court delivers huge win in Minnesota case

Dear Friend,  Many of you have probably read in the paper or seen on the nightly news stories about Geraldine Tyler, a 94-year-old grandmother from Minneapolis, who had her home equity stolen by Hennepin County. Last week, the United States Supreme Court weigh…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 30, 2023 at 3:27 PM

A Sixth District Update from Congressman Tom Emmer

Dear Friend,  After a long few weeks of debt ceiling negotiations, we were thrilled to have the chance to participate in some events and meetings back home in Minnesota… Congressman Emmer at Delano High School We met with Delano High School’s Orange Crush robo…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 19, 2023 at 9:22 PM

Recognizing National Police Week

Dear Friend,  This week, as we recognize National Police Week, the House of Representatives passed numerous bills to support our law enforcement officers. Read on to learn more… WATCH: Congressman Emmer speaks at Back the Blue Press Conference Our law…
  Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 18, 2023 at 2:16 PM

#ThankACop: Police Week

Friends,  This week is National Police Week, a week to honor the men and women in blue who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Our gratitude for our law enforcement officers and their families cannot be overstated. Every day, these men and women go to work…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 17, 2023 at 3:39 PM

The debt ceiling's stakes for Minnesota families

Dear Friend, If you gave your child a credit card, and they kept maxing it out, you wouldn’t blindly raise their credit limit. You would correct their behavior. Our nation’s credit card is maxed out and it is time for a major course correction. However, due to …
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 15, 2023 at 6:52 PM

SURVEY: Should homebuyers with good credit should be forced to subsidize high-risk borrowers?

  Recently, the Biden administration implemented a Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) rule that will force qualified homebuyers with good credit to pay higher mortgage rates and fees to subsidize high-risk borrowers.The new Biden administration rule went into effect on May 1st and requi…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 10, 2023 at 10:01 PM

CLOSING SOON: Register for our 2023 Young Women's Leadership Program!

Dear Friend,  Do you know a student considering their opportunities after high school graduation? Since 2016, our Young Women’s Leadership Program has connected Minnesota’s professional women who have built successful careers in government, business, media, the t…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 9, 2023 at 4:40 PM

The worst border crisis in American history

Dear Friend,  Under President Biden, America has experienced the worst border crisis in our history. In the past two years, President Biden and congressional Democrats have repeatedly ignored the reality at our borders and have refused to acknowledge the consequ…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
May 2, 2023 at 9:17 PM

Ending a trillion-dollar spending spree

Dear Friend,  Last week, we finished a two-week stretch of session in Washington, D.C. that concluded with the passage of our proposal that limits federal spending, saves taxpayers money, and works to grow our economy… Watch: Congressman Tom Emmer discusses The Limit, Save,…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
April 28, 2023 at 9:05 PM

SURVEY: Should the state have the right to seize your home equity?

  In 2010, rising crime forced now 94-year-old grandmother Geraldine Tyler from the one-bedroom condominium she owned in Minneapolis. After she moved, the property taxes on her condo piled up, amounting to $2,300 in debt.By 2015, additional taxes, fees, and penalties brought the total amou…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
April 26, 2023 at 1:47 AM

Honoring our law enforcement

Dear Friend,  The past few years have been incredibly taxing on our law enforcement officers. They have faced hostility, budget cuts and increasing crime on top of the daily stressors that come with a career in law enforcement. Nevertheless, they have continued to show up ev…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
April 19, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Bringing Lower Energy Costs to the Sixth District

Dear Friend,  We have felt the Biden administration’s war on domestic energy in every part of our lives: in high prices at the pump, long delays on goods with strained supply chains, and painful home heating bills. However, we have a solution here at home. An all-of-the-abov…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
April 4, 2023 at 7:46 PM

Bringing down energy costs

Dear Friend,  If we are going to get inflation under control, addressing the price of energy must be our top priority. Last week, the House of Representatives passed legislation that will work to lower energy costs for working Americans. The Lower Energy Costs Act focuses o…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
March 23, 2023 at 12:42 AM

Honoring some amazing Sixth District constituents

    Dear Friend,  Last week, we had a short break from votes in Washington, D.C. which gave us the welcome opportunity to head back to the Sixth Congressional District. On Friday, we had the chance to recognize multiple outstanding constituents who have made significant contr…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
March 6, 2023 at 9:42 PM

Protecting 150 million retirement accounts from the ESG agenda

Dear Friend,  We are midway through a two-week voting period in Washington, D.C., and as the 118th Congress begins to pick up steam, House Republicans are making good on our Commitment to America. The American people elected a Republican House Majority to undo the damage don…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
February 23, 2023 at 5:02 PM

Standing up against non-citizen voting

Dear Friend,  In a Minnesota State House hearing last month, a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient proudly proclaimed, “We are voting. Our people are voting.” In response, instead of launching an investigation into this unlawful activity, Secretary of Sta…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
February 14, 2023 at 7:16 PM

A visit from some exceptional Minnesotans

Dear Friend,  Last week, we, like many Americans, watched the State of the Union Address. We were honored to be joined by two Minnesotans who truly represent the best the Sixth Congressional District has to offer: retired St. Cloud Police Chief Blair Anderson and fourth-gene…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
February 6, 2023 at 5:35 PM

Getting Washington back to work

Dear Friend,  The end of most COVID restrictions has been a welcome change. In fact, even President Biden has acknowledged that the pandemic is over. It is time to get Americans back to work. With no present threat to public safety, those who are paid with taxpayer dollars,…
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
January 31, 2023 at 9:04 PM

Ending President Biden's reckless energy policies

Dear Friend,  For the last two years, working Americans have been crushed under the heel of rising energy prices. Biden has made repeated promises that he would go after American energy production. At one point he even vowed that he would “end fossil fuel.” Unfortunately, he …
  Congressman Tom Emmer · [email protected]
January 23, 2023 at 3:40 PM

Bringing back accountability

Dear Friend,  While the 118th Congress has just begun, we are already hard at work fulfilling our mandate from the American people. In just the past few weeks, we have reopened the doors of the people’s House, passed legislation to keep the IRS off the backs of working famili…