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ISSUES AND LEGISLATION

This section contains information about Mark's position on a variety of important issues. Please click on an issue area below to learn more about how Mark is working on issues that matter to you and to Minnesota.

Agriculture
Mark continues to advocate strongly for Minnesota 's family farms and rural communities.

Budget
Mark continues to focus on America's economic growth and is committed to making sure that every American able to work has a well-paying job.

Defense
Mark continues to be a strong advocate and supporter of all branches of the U.S. military.

Economy
Mark recognizes the importance of a strong and vibrant United States economy.

Education
Mark continues to support the right of all children throughout the nation to a free and proper public education.

Energy
Mark strongly believes that our precious natural resources, in Minnesota and throughout our country, are a treasure to be preserved.

Health Care
Mark continues to advocate vigorously for greater access to affordable health care for Minnesotans' and Americans'.

Iraq
Mark has always and continues to support our troops in Iraq, though he has been critical of the Administration's decision to go to war.

Transportation
Mark strongly believes that transportation funding is an investment in Minnesota's future economic development and quality of life.

Veterans
Mark considers it to be a top priority to make certain that Minnesota's veterans and military retirees receive access to quality health care and benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

On the Record
Mark believes it is important for Minnesotans to know his legislative record and his position on important policy issues affecting our state. This section provides descriptions of Mark's policy positions and also lists his votes in the Senate and bills he has introduced and cosponsored.

Selected Bills & Votes
See the status of bills Mark has introduced and learn how Mark voted on a particular piece of legislation.