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WASHINGTON, DC —Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig announced that Minnesota's Second District has received $4.478 million to date from the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Emergency Connectivity Fund Program (ECF). The ECF program, which was created as part of the American Rescue Plan, helps schools and libraries ensure that students can connect to the internet at home, allowing them to take advantage of online learning and complete their homework.
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig applauded the Biden Administration's progress toward fixing the "family glitch" in the Affordable Care Act's subsidized marketplace coverage – a step that could save 62,000 Minnesotans thousands of dollars annually on their health insurance premiums. The Administration recently submitted a proposed rule change to the Office of Management and Budget for review, a necessary step toward officially addressing the issue.
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Representatives Angie Craig (D-MN) and Dan Newhouse (R-WA) introduced the Rural Prosperity Act, a bipartisan bill that would streamline federal services for rural America and cut bureaucratic red tape by establishing the Office of Rural Prosperity – a permanent office in the White House tasked with coordinating federal efforts to support and connect America's rural communities to federal programs and resources.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig helped pass annual funding legislation that includes several key priorities designed to support working families and local communities in Minnesota's Second Congressional District. The package, which includes 12 appropriations bills, includes $782 billion in defense spending and $730 billion in non-defense funding.
WASHINGTON, DC —Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig is introducing legislation banning Members of Congress from flying first-class on taxpayer-funded travel. There is currently no prohibition on elected officials using taxpayer funds to purchase unnecessary and highly expensive upgrades when flying on official business.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig released the following statement after the conclusion of President Biden's State of the Union Address:
"I was pleased to hear the President outline an intense focus on lowering costs for working families, strengthening our supply chains and continuing to grow our economy . We are working our way back to normal, and that was evident in the House chamber tonight.
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Representatives Angie Craig (D-MN), Dan Kildee (D-MI) and Lucy McBath (D-GA) introduced legislation that would cap the out-of-pocket cost of insulin at $35 per month, lowering drug costs for hardworking families who are currently paying high costs for insulin and other diabetic treatments.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Angie Craig released the following statement on Russia's invasion of Ukraine:
"This morning, as we watch the news of war in Europe unfold, my heart is with the Ukrainian people. I condemn, in the strongest possible terms, this unlawful military action by Russia, which will doubtlessly lead to profound human loss and suffering.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Angie Craig (D-MN) and Dusty Johnson (R-SD) announced the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Pet Caucus, which will focus on the health and nutritional well-being of companion animals, commonsense legislation supporting pet ownership and science-based and transparent regulations. According to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association, 70% of U.S. households – or about 90.5 million families – have a pet in the family.
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig introduced legislation to lower the federal tax rate for small businesses, many of which are still struggling to overcome the impact of the COVID-19 public health and economic crisis. The ongoing pandemic has had a devastating impact on small businesses, forcing hundreds of thousands to close their doors – and leaving countless more on the brink of permanent closure.