Mr. Speaker, I am prepared to close, and I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, before we finish, I want to bring this debate back to something very basic and speak directly to the American people. Are you better off now than you were 2 years ago? I think most people would say they are worse off, and the numbers back that up. When Trump came into office on January 20, 2025, the national average for a gallon of gas was about $3.12. Today, it is more than $4.31.
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Michelle Fischbach
Representative · Minnesota · Republican
Michelle Fischbach
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, we are here to debate the rule that provides for consideration of five measures: H.J. Res. 210, the CRA relating to California State nonroad engine pollution control standards and ocean- going vessels at-berth; H.J. Res. 213, the CRA relating to California State nonroad engine pollution control standards and commercial harbor craft regulations; H.R. 9576, the National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026; H.R. 10326, the PROOF Act; and a motion that the House concur in the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334, the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026.
Mr. Speaker, when fraud is exposed, there are several ways people respond. They can attack it and cover it up, minimize it, or like we have seen today, just simply talk about something else over and over. For years, State officials tasked with managing Federal funds minimized fraud, looked the other way, and allowed Federal taxpayers' dollars to be stolen. I do hear about the fraud and the theft every single day from people. As this fraud has come to light, House Republicans have led the charge to root out waste, fraud, and abuse from our Federal programs.
Biography
Michelle Fischbach, a former small-town mayor and dedicated public servant, was elected to represent Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2020. She focuses on strengthening rural healthcare, supporting agriculture, and promoting Second Amendment rights. Fischbach serves on the House Agriculture and Judiciary Committees, where she has advanced legislation to expand broadband access and secure crop insurance for farmers. Known for her pragmatic, constituent-driven approach, she works to amplify the voices of rural Minnesotans in Congress.
Education
- J.D., William Mitchell School of Law, St. Paul, MN2011
- B.A. in Political Science and Economics, Saint Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN1989
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2021-PresentRepresenting Minnesota's 7th district
Member, Minnesota Senate
1996–2018(Assistant Minority Leader, 2001–02, 2007–08 / Deputy Minority Leader, 2009–10 / President, 2011–13, 2017–18)
Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota
2018–19Member, Paynesville City Council
1995–96
Policy Focus
Health25%
Congress24%
Government Operations and Politics9%
Transportation and Public Works7%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Michelle Fischbach's record in Congress.
Agriculture Committee Service
Served on the House Agriculture Committee, advocating for Minnesota farmers and supporting the 2023 Farm Bill priorities.
Rural Broadband Funding
Supported federal investments to expand rural broadband access in Minnesota's 7th Congressional District.
Veterans' Healthcare Access
Co-sponsored legislation to improve healthcare options and resources for rural veterans in Minnesota.
Biofuels Advocacy
Promoted policies supporting ethanol and biodiesel industries, including efforts to expand E15 fuel sales year-round.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Rules
- House Committee on Ways and Means
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