Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Res. 1335. For far too long, fraud has run rampant through our federally funded, State-administered programs in States like mine, Minnesota. It has allowed bad actors to steal billions of hard-earned taxpayer dollars, taxpayer dollars meant to feed hungry children, taxpayer dollars meant to help with and assist low-income adults, taxpayer dollars that were intended to help veterans afford housing, and taxpayer dollars that were meant to provide affordable childcare.
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Brad Finstad
Representative · Minnesota · Republican
Brad Finstad
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, H.R. 8881, the SBA Artificial Intelligence Utilization Act. In a time when artificial intelligence and machine learning continue to become more accessible and revolutionize the way businesses operate, it is important to ensure our Federal agencies adopt AI responsibly, especially in the SBA. This legislation requires the Small Business Administration to report its use of AI and machine learning within their operations, while also assessing the advantages and risks.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 1346, delivering on year-round, nationwide sales of E15. As a fourth-generation corn and soybean farmer from southern Minnesota raising that fifth generation and representing 21 counties in southern Minnesota, a very strong egg-producing district, I have had many conversations with my neighbor farmers. I know by hearing what they are telling me and firsthand in my own experience as a farmer that we are facing uncertainty in our input costs and uncertainty in the global markets. We need a new domestic opportunity for our corn.
Biography
Brad Finstad, a fourth-generation farmer and former agriculture advocate, was elected as the U.S. Representative for Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District in 2022. He champions agricultural policy, rural economic development, and support for veterans, drawing on his firsthand experience in farming communities. Finstad authored legislation to expand rural broadband access and serves on the House Agriculture Committee, shaping policy that impacts Midwestern producers. He approaches his role with a commitment to practical solutions, aiming to ensure rural Minnesota’s voice is heard in Congress.
Education
- B.S. in Agricultural Education with Emphasis in Rural Leadership Development, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2022-PresentRepresenting Minnesota's 1st district
Minnesota State Director, U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development
2017–21Member, Minnesota House of Representatives
2003–08Staffer, U.S. representative Mark Kennedy of Minnesota
2001–02Farmer
Agriculture Consultant and Executive
Policy Focus
Agriculture and Food38%
Armed Forces and National Security12%
Government Operations and Politics10%
Health6%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Brad Finstad's record in Congress.
Agricultural Disaster Relief
Helped secure federal disaster aid for Minnesota farmers affected by drought and severe weather in 2023.
Rural Broadband Expansion
Supported legislation and funding to expand high-speed internet access in rural Minnesota communities.
Farm Bill Advocacy
Advocated for Minnesota priorities in the 2023 Farm Bill, including crop insurance and conservation programs.
Veterans Mental Health Support
Co-sponsored the Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act to improve mental health care for rural veterans.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Agriculture
- House Committee on Armed Services
- House Committee on Small Business
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