Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) issued the following statement on the release of the Mueller Report:
“As the Mueller Report confirms, Russia interfered with our 2016 election ‘in a sweeping and systemic fashion.’ The President must acknowledge this truth and work with Congress to ensure such meddling never happens again.
I am also troubled by the pattern of lies,… Read more »
Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) celebrates 100 days in Congress. These first 100 days have seen a number of significant accomplishments and fulfilled promises.
“One hundred days in I can say it with confidence: this is the most gratifying job I have ever had,” said Phillips. “At the end of the day this work is all about people, and we have worked hard to be available,… Read more »
Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) announced that he is an original co-sponsor of the bipartisan Protect Medical Innovation Act, which was introduced in the House today. The bill would permanently repeal the medical device tax. Minnesota’s Third District has more medical technology companies than any other Congressional District in Minnesota.
“The medical device tax has… Read more »
Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) voted for the Save the Internet Act, which passed the House today. The bill creates popular, targeted net neutrality protections that benefit consumers and small businesses.
“Americans demand and deserve transparency and accountability from all of our institutions, and as members of Congress, it’s our job to deliver,” said Phillips.… Read more »
Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) voiced his opposition to a Democratic bill to raise current limits on discretionary spending. The bill, H.R. 2021, does not include spending cuts or revenue increases to offset the cost of raising the spending caps. Rep. Phillips voted “no” on a procedural vote today that would advance the bill to the House Floor for consideration.
After the… Read more »
Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) co-sponsored and voted in support of reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act. The historically bipartisan effort split along party lines when the NRA announced it would be recommending a “No” vote and scoring members of Congress based on their vote this week.
“The House stood up for women and… Read more »
Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) voted in support of a House Resolution condemning the Trump Administration’s legal campaign to dismantle the Affordable Care Act.
Last week, President Trump asked a federal court to strike down the entirety of the ACA.
“This move by the Trump Administration is outrageous and unacceptable,” said Phillips. “Everywhere I go in… Read more »
This morning, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) spoke on the House Floor to criticize efforts to dismantle the ACA and urge the President and GOP to join efforts to lower premiums and costs.
Last week, House Democrats introduced a bill led by Rep. Angie Craig (MN-02) and co-sponsored by Rep. Phillips, which would lower health care premiums by providing funding to states to establish reinsurance… Read more »
Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) issued the following statement on President Trump signing a one year extension of Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) status for Liberians.
“This news is of great relief to us and the Liberian communities we proudly represent. We are grateful to the White House for signing this extension, which will give Congress time… Read more »
Today, Rep. Dean Phillips (MN-03) issued the following statement on President Trump signing a one year extension of Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) status for Liberians.
“This is excellent news, and I am thrilled for our Liberian community. They are our family and deserve admiration for their relentless fight for this DED extension. The White House has been responsive and helpful… Read more »
