U.S. Rep. Brad Finstad (R-Rochester)
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Finstad introduces bill to expand annual report on China’s military developments
Congressman Brad Finstad, who represents Minnesota’s 1st district in the U.S. House of Representatives and serves on the House Armed Services Committee, has introduced new legislation aimed at strengthening U.S. awareness of China’s military and...
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Finstad introduces bipartisan bill aimed at supporting new generations entering agriculture
Representatives Brad Finstad (MN-01) and Chellie Pingree (ME-01), both members of the House Agriculture Committee, have introduced the bipartisan Agriculture Skills Preparation for Industry Recruitment Efforts (ASPIRE) Act.
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Brad Finstad highlights local manufacturing growth and agricultural initiatives
Congressman Brad Finstad used his social media platform in early September to spotlight manufacturing operations in Dodge Center and advocate for agricultural policy changes benefiting southern Minnesota farmers.
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Brad Finstad highlights education initiatives, agricultural policy visit, and school tragedy tribute
Congressman Brad Finstad used social media posts dated September 2-3, 2025, to spotlight developments at Rochester Community and Technical College, host EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for an agricultural roundtable in Brown County, and participate...
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Brad Finstad discusses education and military support initiatives in recent social media posts
Congressman Brad Finstad posted about visits with local educational leaders and praised military health initiatives on August 28-29, 2025.
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Brad Finstad introduces food supply legislation and addresses violence response
Congressman Brad Finstad shared updates between August 26-28 on new food supply legislation and responses to local incidents via social media.
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Brad Finstad highlights community revitalization and business engagement across Minnesota’s 1st district
Congressman Brad Finstad used social media on August 25-26, 2025 to spotlight revitalization projects and meetings with businesses in southern Minnesota.
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Finstad introduces bill aiming for permanent rules on meat processing plant operations
Congressman Brad Finstad, who represents Minnesota’s 1st district in the U.S. House of Representatives, has introduced new legislation aimed at providing a permanent framework for pork and poultry processing facilities to maintain full operational...
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Brad Finstad discusses business support and agriculture issues in recent posts
Congressman Brad Finstad used social media on August 21-22, 2025 to share updates on his meetings with business leaders and farmers across southern Minnesota.
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Brad Finstad discusses USDA policy change and local meetings in Minnesota’s 1st district
Congressman Brad Finstad shared updates via social media posts on August 19 and August 20, covering USDA changes affecting farmland use and meetings with local leaders about economic development and disaster recovery efforts in Minnesota’s First...
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Brad Finstad highlights community events and legislative progress in August social media posts
Congressman Brad Finstad posted about attending local events like the Steele County Fair and participating in agricultural policy discussions during August.
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Brad Finstad highlights Lafayette anniversary and D.C. safety concerns in August posts
Congressman Brad Finstad shared updates between August 12-15 on celebrating Lafayette's anniversary, addressing crime concerns in Washington D.C., and discussing small business issues at a roundtable event.
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Brad Finstad highlights agriculture discussions during Farmfest events
Congressman Brad Finstad shared updates on meetings with agricultural organizations during Farmfest on August 11 and August 12, focusing on legislative priorities and support for local producers.
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Brad Finstad highlights meetings on agriculture and healthcare challenges in southern Minnesota
Congressman Brad Finstad used social media posts on August 8-9, 2025 to discuss recent meetings with agricultural lenders and health care providers in southern Minnesota.
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Brad Finstad shares views on agriculture policy and Medicaid reform
Congressman Brad Finstad used social media on August 7-8, 2025 to discuss agricultural policy developments and comment on Medicaid reform efforts.
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Finstad reintroduces bill seeking new VA Vet Center in Mankato
Congressman Brad Finstad has reintroduced legislation to secure funding for a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Vet Center in Mankato, Minnesota.
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Brad Finstad addresses trade policy, veterans' needs and wildfire smoke impact
Congressman Brad Finstad posted updates between July 31 and August 1 addressing international trade agreements under former President Trump, hosting a roundtable for veterans' issues in Minnesota's First District, and raising concerns about...
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Brad Finstad highlights drone legislation and economic growth in recent statements
Congressman Brad Finstad posted on social media between July 28-30 about new legislation targeting unauthorized drone activity, advancements in agriculture technology, and recent U.S. economic growth figures.
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Finstad introduces bills targeting unauthorized drone activity and updating federal regulations
Congressman Brad Finstad, who represents Minnesota’s 1st district in the U.S. Congress, has introduced new legislation aimed at strengthening federal regulations on drone activity and protecting American airspace.
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Finstad introduces bill easing loan access for new farmers
Today, Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01), a fourth-generation farmer and member of the House Agriculture Committee, introduced H.R. 4657, known as the Next Generation Farmer Act.