Issues List » Issue List
To learn more about my stance on specific issues, and for links to legislation, select from the list below.
Agriculture »
The Farm Bill recently passed into law will allow Minnesota’s farmers to continue providing food security for our nation. At only 0.27 percent of the federal budget, the commodity title in this new farm bill will have an enormous economic impact – providing a safety net for American agr...
Economy and Jobs »
SENATOR COLEMAN FLOOR SPEECH ON THE FINANCIAL CRISIS
September 26th, 2008
AS PREPARED
Mr. President, a man well-acquainted with crisis, Abraham Lincoln said this, “I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great poin...
Education »
Minnesota Education: A Proud Past, an Even Brighter Future
As a parent and as a lawmaker, education is one of my top priorities. Watching my own children grow up, I have seen the positive difference school has made in their social, intellectual and professional lives. And as the world market conti...
Energy »
FIGHTING TO END OUR ADDICTION TO FOREIGN OIL
At gas stations throughout Minnesota, the danger of our addiction to foreign oil is becoming painfully clear. The rising cost of oil is driving up the price of everything from food to heating bills – and family budgets are being strained under the ...
Health Care »
A VISION FOR OUR HEALTHCARE FUTURE
Throughout my travels across Minnesota, folks have voiced many concerns, but the main issue they continue to raise is improving our nation’s health care system. As a father, I understand what it is like to stay up at night wondering if my kids will have access ...
Natural Resources »
Natural Resources
Minnesota is a state covered with forests, dotted with lakes, and populated by wildlife. Venturing into the state’s great outdoors is a time honored tradition that is deeply woven into our historical and cultural fabric. We are bonded by a common interest: sustaining, conse...
Veterans Affairs »
I am humbled by the fact that for over 200 years, our nation has been protected by brave men and women who put their country before themselves. Taking care of our troops through every phase of their deployment as well as ensuring that veterans of prior wars have the services and care they need is on...
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