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Collin Peterson - forThe U.S. Representative for Minnesota's 7th congressional district, serving since 1991, and the ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee.
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Biography
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Collin Clark Peterson (born June 29, 1944), is the U.S. Representative for Minnesota's 7th congressional district, serving since 1991, and the ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee. He is a member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and is the dean of the Minnesota congressional delegation.
The district, Minnesota's largest and most rural district, includes the entire northwestern area of the state. It includes Moorhead, Fergus Falls, Bemidji, Detroit Lakes, Thief River Falls, Willmar, Marshall, and Alexandria.
Early life and education
Collin Peterson was born in Fargo, North Dakota, grew up on a farm in Baker, Minnesota, and received his B.A. at Minnesota State University Moorhead.
Minnesota Senate
Peterson was a member of the Minnesota Senate for the ...
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Rep. Peterson pushes regulatory reform bill ...
... to ‘reduce unnecessary burden on job creators’ Rep. Collin Peterson is pushing a regulatory reform package that has CEOs singing praises and good government groups concerned. The Regulatory Accountability Act of 2011 would reform the way federal agencies make rules in order to “reduce unnecessary burdens on job creators.” Opponents of the bill, which was introduced Thursday, say it will stifle health, safety and environmental standards. Under the proposed legislation, a new regulation would need to have advanced public notice and public comment and be based on ...
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Peterson says Safety Net for Dairy Industry is Crucial
The following article is an op-ed article from House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Collin C. Peterson, D-Minn. concerning the dairy industry and the issue of improving the dairy program. "It has been nearly three years since the combination of declining milk prices and escalating input costs devastated the dairy industry. Many producers were forced out of business while others just barely managed to survive. The dairy safety net did not work in 2009 and it won’t work if similar events occur now. Current dairy programs are not keeping pace with the challenges facing today’s ...
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Peterson, Simpson Introduce The Dairy Security Act of 2011
U.S. House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Collin C. Peterson, D-Minn., and Rep. Mike Simpson, R-Idaho, today introduced The Dairy Security Act of 2011. The legislation will replace current, outdated dairy programs with new risk management tools addressing the realities of today’s dairy industry, such as rising input costs and a growing export market. “If we have another crisis like we had in 2009, when milk prices dropped and input costs skyrocketed, I fear we could lose half our dairies. The dairy safety net did not work then and it won’t work if similar events occur ...
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Rep. Peterson's Newsletter 9/16/2016 The beginning of Fall in Northwest Minnesota@jane_borgen Dear Friends, Capitol Hill was busy this week; I welcomed groups from all over Minnesota to my Washington, D.C. office including the Minnesota Farmers Union, Minnesota Farm Bureau, Minnesota Soybean Growers and the Minnesota Pork Producers. I met with the Cancer Action Network and the Center for Disability Rights to discuss pressing health needs of Minnesotans, and was an honorary host of the Dining Away Duchenne event to show my support of continuing medical research. Finally, I was honored to once again receive the Guardian of Small Business award from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). Sincerely,Congressman Collin C. PetersonMinnesota 7th District Protecting U.S. Farmers from Unfair Trade I joined U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman, USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack, and House and Senate colleagues at a press conference Tuesday announcing a new trade enforcement action against the People’s Republic of Ch |
Klobuchar, Franken, Peterson Announce Over $2.2 Million for Water and Wastewater Improvements for Echo U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken, along with Representative Collin Peterson, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded the City of Echo a loan of $1,162,000 and a grant of $1,121,000 for water and wastewater improvements. The funds will be used to assist in providing necessary improvements to their sanitary sewer collection lines, water distribution system, and water tower. “Investing in public health not only creates job but it also lays the groundwork for economic growth,” Klobuchar said. “This investment will benefit the citizens of Echo for years to come.” “Upgrading our infrastructure strengthens our economy and improves public health,” Franken said. “And that’s especially true for our communities in Greater Minnesota. This year, during my 'Rural Infrastructure Listening Tour,’ I’ve heard from rural communities across Minnesota about the need to invest in improvements to water and wastewater systems. I'm pleased t |
Klobuchar, Franken, Peterson Announce Over $2.3 Million for Water and Sewer Improvements for Dalton WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken, along with Representative Collin Peterson, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded the City of Dalton a loan of $1,915,000 and a grant of $421,000 for water and sewer improvements. The funding will be used to make repairs to the wastewater plant and water and wastewater line replacement. “Investing in our infrastructure creates job and aids in economic growth,” Klobuchar said. “This investment will help promote the health and wellness of people across Dalton.” “Upgrading our infrastructure is critical for the public health of our communities, and for making sure they can compete economically,” Franken said. “And that’s especially true for rural communities in Minnesota and across the country. This year, during my 'Rural Infrastructure Listening Tour' of our state, I’ve heard from many rural communities about the infrastructure improvements they need. I'm pleased that Da |
Klobuchar, Franken, Peterson Announce Over $6 Million for Water, Sewer, and Storm Systems Improvements for Brownton U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken, along with Representative Collin Peterson, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded the City of Brownton a loan of $5,309,000 and a grant of $724,000 for water, sewer, and storm systems improvements. “Investing in our water and waste infrastructure is a down payment on the long-term well-being of our communities,” Klobuchar said. “This investment will benefit the people and businesses of Brownton.” “Upgrading our rural infrastructure strengthens our economy and improves public health,” Franken said. “And this year, during my 'Rural Infrastructure Listening Tour' of Minnesota, I’ve heard from many rural communities about the infrastructure improvements they need. I'm pleased that Brownton will receive this new support to strengthen their water, sewer, and storm systems.” “This funding will help Brownton make important infrastructure improvements,” Peterson said. “This will ensure |
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