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@BettyMcCollum04

Proudly representing Minnesota's Fourth District in the United States House of Representatives.

Minnesota
Joined March 2012
Born July 12

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  1. 1,000+ MN students are facing uncertainty with the closing of Argosy University’s Eagan campus. That’s why I’ve asked Secretary of Education to clearly articulate what steps are being taken to assist and communicate with affected students.

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  2. Congratulations to 1st Lt. Andrew L. Bundermann, who received the Distinguished Service Cross last week – the military’s second-highest honor. Thank you for your service and extraordinary heroism.

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  3. IRS resources like the program are available to help qualifying taxpayers file for free this tax season. For more information, visit .

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  4. Thank you for stopping by to discuss how to solve the primary care shortage in America with expanded Graduate Medical Education (GME) grants.

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  5. Watching my friend, , become the first Native American woman to sit in the Speaker’s chair and preside over the House Floor.

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  6. This I’m remembering those who have fought to move the needle for women here in America and around the world. I’m thankful for those who came before us, and I’m working hard in Congress to create a better future for those who will come after us.

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  7. This is a historic day ! I proudly voted for , a sweeping anti-corruption bill that makes it easier, not harder to vote. I urge the Senate to pass this legislation so that we can restore Americans’ faith in our democracy.

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  8. . are committed to ensuring that voting is free, fair, and easy for all Americans -- and that every eligible vote is counted. Tomorrow, I’ll cast my vote for H.R. 1, which will empower voters and strengthen our democracy so it works .

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  9. HeadStart and other early learning experiences can be a huge game changer for children -- especially for Native American children from communities with historical trauma. When kids walk into school & feel confident they can succeed, it can make a difference for years to come.

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  10. When it comes to public safety & justice, tribes face many challenges – rural, isolated areas with barely passable roads, insufficient staffing, condemned facilities, & communications equipment that is often incompatible with other law enforcement entities.

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  11. Starting soon: Day 2 of the Interior-Environment Appropriations Subcommittee’s public witness hearings gathering testimony from 65+ tribal leaders and Native organizations about funding priorities for the coming year. Watch the morning session live here:

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  12. My statement in response to constituent concerns regarding comments by Rep. Ilhan Omar:

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  13. H.R. 1 is a bold package of legislative reforms that will ensure clean & fair elections, fight back against big money in politics, & demand accountability from public officials. This is an incredible opportunity to restore the faith & function of American democracy.

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  14. It’s imperative that the federal gov’t supports tribal efforts to build resiliency for the future – and that means ensuring funding for tribal communities to preserve their culture, natural resources, and economic development in the face of a changing climate.

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  15. I’m glad Minnesota is joining the effort to block the Trump admin’s proposed domestic gag rule. Pushing out providers like Planned Parenthood from the Title X public health program risks threatening access to care for millions of people.

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  16. The FCC’s repeal of protections is already changing the internet as we know it. Access to a free and open internet is power, and it’s time to give that power back to the people.

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  17. Native witnesses are already giving profound testimony about the need for increased funding for health care, and about the crisis of missing & murdered indigenous women. Thank you to for speaking to the importance of indigenous data in addressing violence and trauma.

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  18. I’m looking forward to this opportunity to gather input & shape the funding bill to best meet our federal trust & treaty obligations. Watch live here at 9am ET/8am CT:

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  19. Today and tomorrow, the Interior-Environment Appropriations Subcommittee will hear from 65+ tribal leaders and Native organizations about funding priorities for the coming year.

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  20. The arts help us connect and heal. They are part of our daily lives and our sacred moments. They create jobs and revitalize communities. Thrilled to have spent discussing funding & support for the arts w/ the amazing , & !

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