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Madam Speaker, I introduced House Resolution 771 on September 24, 2009 to recognize the 3,000 Americans diagnosed with Mesothelioma each year and raise awareness about this rare form of cancer. After more than a year of work, a coalition of support came together to mark September 26, 2010 as the first ever ‘National Mesothelioma Awareness Day.' I have to thank 58 of my colleagues - both Democrats and Republicans - who co-sponsored this resolution and all the advocates for their work.
House Republicans Vote Down Unemployment Benefits for Struggling Americans
Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov
Washington, DC - Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) joined House Rules Committee Chairwoman Louise Slaughter (NY-28), and Congressman Raul Grijalva (AZ-07) in asking the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ban triclosan. A common ingredient in many over-the-counter products, triclosan has been considered dangerous by the scientific community, and it may contribute to antibiotic resistance. Triclosan is also likely to lead to higher health care costs.
Madam Speaker, I rise today in strong support of extending emergency unemployment. This legislation, of which I am a proud cosponsor, is a common sense, non-controversial measure that will help American families.
Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov
Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) issued the following statement for the record in support of the Emergency Unemployment Compensation Continuation Act (H.R. 6419). This emergency legislation would have extended unemployment insurance for Americans who are still unable to find employment. Without H.R. 6419, two million Americans will immediately lose these critical benefits.
Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov
Washington, DC - Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) issued the following statement on the status of 2011 federal funding for the Central Corridor LRT project. The total cost of the Central Corridor is $957 million with 50% of the cost paid by the federal government with appropriated federal funds.
Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov
Washington, DC - Today, during the election of the Democratic leadership team for the 112th Congress, Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) nominated Rep. Xavier Becerra (CA-31) to be Vice-Chair of the Democratic Caucus for the 112th Congress. The following comments were made by Congresswoman McCollum to the full membership of the Democratic Caucus:
"It is my honor to nominate our colleague, Xavier Becerra, for the leadership position of Vice-Chairman of the Democratic Caucus.
Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov
St. Paul, MN - Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) issued the following statement in honor of America's 23 million veterans as we celebrate Veterans Day.
Ramsey County Officials and Congresswoman McCollum Tout $40 million DOT Grant for Union Depot
Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov