Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source ↗
Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.
Tom Emmer supports working to end the U.S. Department of Education.
Context: No process or timeline for ending the department is specified. The statement does not describe how its functions would be handled afterward. Undated candidate-owned text; the original election cycle and availability by election day remain unverified.
Tom Emmer says he is championing school choice policies and wants parents to have more control over education decisions.
Context: The statement does not describe a specific program or eligibility rules. The statement does not specify which school-choice policies he supports. Undated candidate-owned text; the original election cycle and availability by election day remain unverified.
Tom Emmer supports the SAVE Act, which would require people to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. It would also require states, including Minnesota, to remove ineligible voters from their voter rolls.
Context: The statement does not specify what documents would count as proof of citizenship or how states would identify ineligible voters. Undated candidate-owned text; the original election cycle and availability by election day remain unverified.
Emmer supports reforming the infrastructure permitting process so that transportation projects can move forward.
Context: The passage does not specify the permitting changes he supports.
Emmer says Congress should prioritize long-term, targeted funding for needed transportation infrastructure repairs and improvements. He also calls for using federal tax dollars effectively and efficiently.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Emmer supports open, permissionless and private innovation in the United States. The Congressional Crypto Caucus he launched with Rep. Ritchie Torres is intended to act as a nonpartisan voting bloc that mobilizes to support and defend that innovation.
Context: The caucus is described as a congressional effort; the passage gives no specific legislation or regulatory changes.
Emmer supports a clear and consistent regulatory framework for the blockchain industry. He says this would help industry participants comply with the rules instead of facing what he calls regulation by enforcement.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Emmer says he will use his role on the House Financial Services Committee to oversee the Biden administration and demand answers from Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler. He frames this oversight as part of helping the United States compete in financial technology.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.