Veterans

McCollum Statement on Memorial Day 2018

May 24, 2018

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement in observance of Memorial Day:

"This Memorial Day, we remember and reflect upon those who have lost their lives protecting our nation and defending freedom at home and abroad. Since the Civil War, Americans have set aside the last Monday in May as a sacred day to commemorate our fallen heroes and reflect on their sacrifices."

Issues: Defense & National Security Veterans

McCollum Statement on Passage of FY2018 Omnibus Appropriations Bill

March 22, 2018

Press Release

“The Omnibus Appropriations Act is a significant victory for Minnesotans and Americans."

Issues: Agriculture & Nutrition Appropriations & Budget Arts & Humanities Civil Rights & Justice Defense & National Security Economy & Jobs Education Environment & Energy Foreign Affairs Health Care Homeland Security & Immigration Human Services Labor Native Americans Seniors Transportation & Infrastructure Veterans Women

McCollum Floor Remarks Supporting FY2018 Omnibus Appropriations Act

March 22, 2018

Press Release

"By investing in critical priorities like education, election integrity, housing, infrastructure, public safety, opioid abuse prevention and treatment, and veterans’ health care, this legislation keeps Minnesota and our entire country safe, strong, and moving forward."

Testimony From Minnesotans on Fiscal Year 2019 Budget and Appropriations Priorities

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, heard testimony from Minnesota community and nonprofit leaders about their budget and appropriations priorities at a public meeting in the Minnesota State Senate Office Building on Friday, March 9, 2018.

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McCollum Statement on Veterans Day 2017

November 9, 2017

Press Release

“On Veterans Day, we set aside time to honor the service of the courageous women and men who have served as soldiers, sailors, Airmen, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and in the Merchant Marine. At the same time, we reflect on the tremendous sacrifices made by their family and loved ones."

Issues: Veterans

McCollum Statement on Memorial Day 2017

May 26, 2017

Press Release

As we observe Memorial Day, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We keep faith with the families, loved ones, comrades, and friends that they have left behind.

Issues: Defense & National Security Veterans

Veterans

These links, numbers and addresses offer resources and assistance for veterans and their families.

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McCollum Statement Honoring the Life of Dr. Frank J. Indihar

November 29, 2016

Statements For the Record

Mr. Speaker, my dear friend, Frank J. Indihar, MD passed away on October 23, 2016. He leaves a legacy of both medical excellence and committed service to my community, the state of Minnesota, and our nation.

Issues: Health Care Veterans

McCollum Statement on Veterans Day 2016

November 10, 2016

Press Release

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement ahead of the observance of Veterans Day on Nov. 11:

“For more than 200 years, the United States Armed Forces have bravely served and sacrificed to protect the ideals that we value and the freedoms that we cherish as Americans.

Issues: Veterans

McCollum Applauds COPS Grant to Upper Midwest Community Policing Institute

October 6, 2016

Press Release

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) applauded a $100,000 grant to the New Brighton-based Upper Midwest Community Policing Institute to train law enforcement officers to de-escalate situations involving military veterans in crisis.

Issues: Civil Rights & Justice Veterans