Bachmann Appointed to House Intelligence Committee

Recently I learned of my appointment to the House Intelligence Committee for the 112th Congress. I thank Speaker-designate Boehner for extending to me the opportunity to serve on the House Intelligence Committee. It was a leading desire of mine to serve on this panel because of the key role it plays in keeping our nation safe

Bachmann Bulletin: District Work Period a Time for Washington to Reconnect with America

This month, Members of Congress go back to their districts as August’s district work period begins. This six week break from legislative duties in D.C. will provide representatives the opportunity to get out of the “Washington bubble” and experience life alongside their constituents.

Bachmann Bulletin – Democrats Pass a Budget That’s Not Really a Budget

Last week by the slimmest of margins (215-210), House Democrats passed a non-existent $1.12 trillion budget. Confused? I don’t blame you. The Democrats’ “deemed as passed” resolution is …

Bachmann Bulletin – BP Oil Spill Fund Must Be Used to Pay the Victims and Not for Political Purposes

Going forward, it’s imperative that we focus our attention on figuring out a way to stop the flow of oil in the Gulf and make sure the victim’s of this tragedy are fully compensated by BP, and not with one dime of taxpayer money

Bachmann Bulletin – House Rejects America’s Vote to Cut Spending

It is amazing to me that the Democrat majority here in Washington can say that they are seriously concerned with our skyrocketing debt and out of control spending, yet reject the people’s common-sense proposal to put a freeze on federal salaries, including Members of Congress. They can’t have it both ways, and it’s just another example of the fiscal recklessness we’ve grown so accustomed to under their leadership.

Bachmann Bulletin – Bachmann Announces America Speaking Out

Today, House Republicans unveiled a new initiative called America Speaking Out. The purpose of this project is to build a new policy agenda for America by engaging Americans through a variety of different platforms, including town hall meetings, online at AmericaSpeakingOut.com, and with other communications tools to put the power in the hands of the people to shape legislation and the future of our country.

Bachmann Bulletin – Sixth District Jobs Forums Set for May 10th

On Monday, May 10th, I will be hosting a series of jobs forums in four locations throughout the Sixth District of Minnesota. The forums are designed to foster discussion on the challenges and successes of creating jobs in this economy. Local business leaders and experts from non-partisan foundations will be on hand to speak with local residents about how they are working to right our economy and get Minnesotans back to work.