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Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement after the House passed the House amendment to S. 246, the Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Soboleff Commission on Native Children Act by voice vote:

“I am very pleased that the House recognized the importance of understanding and addressing the needs of Native American children by passing this bipartisan bill today.

WASHINGTON — Ahead of this evening’s National Football League season opener, Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.), co-chair of the Congressional Native American Caucus, issued the following statement on the Washington football team’s racist name and mascot:

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) delivered remarks on the Zika crisis on House Floor Wednesday afternoon. The Congresswoman’s remarks followed the House’s return from a seven-week recess called by House Republicans, the longest summer recess of the modern era. The Congresswoman’s full remarks are below and video is available here:

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement after President Obama announced $90 million in funding for the clean-up of unexploded American ordnance in Laos:

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement ahead of Labor Day:

“On Monday, Labor Day, we celebrate the success of America’s working men and women, past and present, who built our great country and created a strong middle class. Through organizing and bargaining, the American labor movement established the bedrock values that we often take for granted such as the minimum wage, the 40-hour work week, and safety and health measures that protect workers on the job.

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement after the remains of Jacob Wetterling were recovered:

“With today’s heartbreaking news, all of Minnesota grieves with Patty, Jerry, and the entire Wetterling family. At this tragic time, it is my hope that Jacob will finally rest in peace as he is brought home to his family and so many who love him.

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) toured small businesses and met with civic leaders in White Bear Lake on August 31. Congresswoman McCollum's productive conversations touched on the needs of the community and its businesses.

In addition to White Bear Lake Mayor Jo Emmerson, Congresswoman McCollum also met with City Manager Ellen Richter and John Lupo, the president of the White Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce. Congresswoman McCollum visited two restaurants — Grandma's Bakery and Key's Restaurant — and several boutique stores: Goodthings, Primp, and John Henry.

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) joined National Park Service representatives and a large group of fairgoers celebrating the National Park Service's 100th birthday on National Park Service Centennial Day at the Minnesota State Fair on Aug. 29.

"I enjoyed spending a beautiful day at our Great Minnesota Get-Together celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service," Congresswoman McCollum said. "This event is a great way to build awareness of the amazing National Parks that Minnesotans can enjoy."