A Special Memorial Day Message for Rep. Paulsen
Congressman Erik Paulsen (MN-03) delivers a special message for #MN03 residents on Memorial Day weekend. Learn more at paulsen.house.gov. From: reperikpaulsen Views: 32 0 ratings Time: 01:05 More in News & Politics

Erik's Correspondence Corner: Keystone & Veterans
This week on Erik's Correspondence Corner, Rep. Erik Paulsen (MN-03) answers questions sent in from Kate in Maple Plain regarding the Keystone Pipeline and from Terry in Independence on veterans issues. Each week, Representative Paulsen receives thousands of letters, emails, tweets, Facebook posts, and phone calls from constituents voicing their opinions. Through this video series, Representative Paulsen regularly responds to constituent correspondence on a variety of topics. Paulsen, a champion of small business and advocate of free enterprise, entrepreneurship, and innovation, currently serves on the House Ways and Means Committee and is co-chair of the Congressional Medical Technology Caucus. For more information on Rep. Paulsen's work in Congress and to view previous editions of Erik's Correspondence Corner visit www.paulsen.house.gov. ### From: reperikpaulsen Views: 59 2 ratings Time: 03:51 More in News & Politics

Preventing Student Loan Interest Rate Cliff
Similar to a plan put forth in President Obama's Fiscal Year 2014 budget request, H.R. 1911 would set federal student loan interest rates using a formula based on the 10-year Treasury note. Not only will the bill prevent student loan interest rates from doubling on July 1, 2013, the Smarter Solutions for Students Act will also provide certainty for millions of borrowers by tying interest rates to the free market rather than the political whims of Washington. From: RepJohnKline Views: 14 1 ratings Time: 03:09 More in News & Politics

Paulsen Questions Fed Chairman Bernanke During Joint Economic Committee Hearing
Rep. Erik Paulsen (MN-03), member of the House Ways and Means Committee and Joint Economic Committee joined the JEC in questioning the Chairman of the Federal Reserve Chairman, Ben Bernanke, on the current state of the economy, and the economic outlook. Learn more at Paulsen.house.gov From: reperikpaulsen Views: 80 1 ratings Time: 04:54 More in News & Politics

Kline to Sec. Duncan: 'Administration Didn't Do Anything for Special Ed'
At an Education and the Workforce Committee hearing on May 21, 2013, Chairman John Kline expresses his disappointment to Secretary of Education Arne Duncan that the President is not putting enough priority on special education funding, which the federal government promised our local schools. From: RepJohnKline Views: 27 1 ratings Time: 00:43 More in News & Politics

Rep. Paulsen Recognizes Opportunity Partners for 60 Years of Service
Rep. Erik Paulsen (MN-03) took time on the floor of the United States House of Representatives to bring attention to a long-time Minnesota nonprofit organization, Opportunity Partners, for serving the needs of developmentally disabled adults for 60 years. The founders of Opportunity Partners recognized the many challenges the disabled encounter when trying to integrate into the workforce, so they acted, creating an organization that gives ongoing support to people with disabilities, helping them lead independent and fulfilling lives. In 1953, Opportunity Partners was serving 15 teens with disabilities; now, the organization is reaching over 1,700 Minnesotans and equipping them with work skills and training these individuals need to successful gain employment. Learn more about Rep. Paulsen's work at Paulsen.house.gov From: reperikpaulsen Views: 11 0 ratings Time: 01:15 More in News & Politics

Bachmann Joins Colleagues, Activists in Challenging IRS' Tea Party Intimidation
On May 16, 2013, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) hosted a press conference regarding the IRS targeting Tea Party groups. Joining her were Tea Party leaders from across the country, members of the House Tea Party Caucus, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, and Senators Rand Paul, Ted Cruz and Mike Lee. From: RepMicheleBachmann Views: 103 10 ratings Time: 23:39 More in News & Politics

Rep. Paulsen Questions Acting IRS Commissioner
Rep. Erik Paulsen (MN-03), member of the Ways and Means Committee, questions Steve Miller, the Acting Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service & J. Russell George, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration about the IRS intentionally targeting groups based on political affiliation. Learn more at Paulsen.house.gov From: reperikpaulsen Views: 487 4 ratings Time: 05:07 More in News & Politics

Bachmann: Repeal Obamacare, Replace with Free Market Solutions
On May 16, 2013, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) spoke on the House Floor about the importance of repealing Obamacare. From: RepMicheleBachmann Views: 211 12 ratings Time: 01:22 More in News & Politics

Bachmann Calls on Colleagues to Repeal Obamacare
On May 16, 2013, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann spoke on the house floor urging her colleagues to vote in favor of H.R. 45, her legislation to repeal Obamacare. From: RepMicheleBachmann Views: 1365 27 ratings Time: 04:36 More in News & Politics

Paulsen Remarks During JEC Hearing on Women in Manufacturing
Rep. Erik Paulsen (MN-03) took part in a Joint Economic Committee hearing on women in manufacturing. Learn more at paulsen.house.gov From: reperikpaulsen Views: 192 0 ratings Time: 04:42 More in News & Politics

Paulsen Recognizes National Police Week 2013
Rep. Erik Paulsen (MN-03) took time on the House Floor to celebrate National Police Week. Paulsen recognized the hard work and dedication of Minnesota's police officers. "Minnesota is proud to be home to some of the most dedicated and professional police departments in the nation. I have the distinct honor of meeting with local police leaders regularly during law enforcement roundtables, and I can tell you, we are privileged to have such committed officers patrolling our streets." "As we go about our busy lives, let's take time this week to thank the police officers in our communities and keep the memory of those who've lost their lives in our thoughts and prayers." Learn More at Paulsen.House.Gov From: reperikpaulsen Views: 141 1 ratings Time: 01:07 More in News & Politics