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Representative for Minnesota District 4
Born
July 12, 1954
Age 72
Phone
(202) 225-6631
Office
2426 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Minnesota District 4

Betty McCollum

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Voting Record — 615
Yes43%
No55%
Present1%
Not Voting2%
Party align99%
Cross-party0%
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Congressional District 4

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Betty McCollum
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMinnesota District 4
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Betty's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 12 sponsored · 139 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 12(source)
I had a fantastic time attending the annual Selby Ave JazzFest this weekend – celebrating 25 years of local artists and musicians, a passion for the arts, local businesses, and community. Thank you to the artists, performers, and organizers for keeping our communities in tune.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 12(source)
I had a fantastic time attending the annual Selby JazzFest this weekend – celebrating 25 years of local artists and musicians, a passion for the arts, local businesses, and community. Thank you to the artists, performers, and organizers for keeping our communities in tune.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 11(source)
Yesterday, I joined AFGE Local 899 and AFGE District 8 for a tribute honoring those we lost on 9/11. After the attacks, TSA was created to safeguard our skies. I’m grateful for their work in keeping our flights safe and federal workforce strong.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 10(source)
Minnesota is home to world class public lands that are protected for all to enjoy through strong conservation practices. The Trust for Public Land has recognized our state as a leader for removing barriers and expanding access to the outdoors.
America’s Public Lands Leaders Flagship Benchmark Report 2026
Recent data confirms that Americans deeply value public land, and they believe we should continue investing in the people and agencies who steward our parks, trails, forests, and green spaces in order...
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 10(source)
It was wonderful to meet with St. Catherine University students and President Marcheta Evans. St. Kate’s unwavering commitment to preparing students through robust research opportunities, along with a focus on community and social justice makes me especially proud to be a Katie!
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 9(source)
It is devastating to see the loss of five lives as a result of the Amazon plane that over ran the runway at the Miami International Airport. National Transportation Safety Board investigations will be critical to understand how a tragedy like this can be avoided in the future.
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Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 9(source)
President Trump and Republicans are throwing themselves a billionaires’ ball with their donors while Americans struggle to pay for groceries, gas, health care, and housing. I’m working with my fellow House Democrats to bring down the cost of living and unrig the system so families can thrive.
Gas prices in Minnesota spike overnight as oil prices climb
The national average price of gasoline on Labor Day set a record for the holiday.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 9(source)
Today, we honor the life of Norway’s King Harald V and his deep ties to our nation, including spending part of his childhood in New York during Nazi occupation of his country in WWII. Norway is a steadfast friend and ally as we continue to work together to end tyranny around the world.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 8(source)
Secretary Lonnie Bunch dedicated his career to deepening America's understanding of our shared history. From opening the National Museum of African American History and Culture to protecting the integrity of the Smithsonian from Trump's illegal attacks, we have all benefited from his service.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 8(source)
Republicans agree--Trump’s desperate and vengeful trade war is now directly threatening tens of thousands of U.S. jobs in aerospace manufacturing. Now Republicans need to stand with Democrats to end this disastrous trade war.
Trump calls for a Bombardier plane ban, drawing pushback from a GOP senator
The president ripped the Canadian aerospace company Monday amid a trade war with the country, but Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., came to Bombardier’s defense.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 6(source)
Sustainable Stillwater will kick off their Valley Climate Action Week on Monday, September 14th. This community-wide celebration highlights sustainability, climate action, and community resilience in the St. Croix Valley. For planed events and more visit ⬇️
Sustainable Stillwater announces first ever 'Valley Climate Action Week'
Valley Climate Action Week is a community-wide celebration of the people, partnerships, and projects creating a more resilient and sustainable St. Croix Valley. Throughout the week, residents, busines...
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 6(source)
Congratulations to Claudia Haas of White Bear Lake on receiving the 2026 Charlotte Chorpenning Playwrighting Award from the American Alliance for Theatre & Education! This national award honors writers for their works in youth theater.
White Bear Lake playwright earns national recognition for work in youth theater
White Bear Lake playwright Claudia Haas has received a Charlotte Chorpenning Playwrighting Award. This award honors “a nationally known writer of outstanding plays for young audiences, recognizing a b...
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 5(source)
Grateful to Gillette Children's for hosting a health care discussion with families, health care providers, and legislators to discuss the path forward for Minnesotans following Republicans' cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 5(source)
The Department of Defense has ample funding for its own medical research. NIH dollars should stay focused on NIH priorities. Both agencies need to follow the will of Congress, which appropriated these funds for specific purposes. www.nytimes.com/2026/09/04/u...
Pentagon Agreement With N.I.H. on Biodefense Draws Alarm From Democrats
Under a new partnership, the Defense Department would play a larger role in biodefense and pandemic preparedness. Democrats warned it could allow a Pentagon cash grab.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 4(source)
When President Trump and Republicans made a $1 trillion cut to Medicaid and slashed Affordable Care Act tax credits, it didn't just impact our neighbors who rely on those programs — it's driving up health care costs for all of us.
Employer Health Costs Are Expected to Spike in 2027
A new U.S. survey anticipates an average increase of 11 percent unless benefits are cut, the highest rate in decades. Other findings also predict a sharp rise.
Congresswoman Betty McCollum@mccollum.house.govSep 4(source)
The National Weather service has issued a heat advisory lasting until 6 PM today. Forecasts indicate hot and humid conditions over the holiday weekend. If you plan to be at the State Fair or outside for an extended period of time, please plan ahead and stay hydrated.
Hot, humid holiday weekend with periodic thunderstorms
A steamy airmass remains in place Friday through the holiday weekend. We’ll have sunshine Friday but some periodic storms are possible over the weekend and especially early next week.
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Voting History
615 total votes
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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-01-15H.R. 33 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-15H.R. 144 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-15H.R. 164 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-14H.R. 28 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-01-14H.R. 28 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-01-14H.R. 153 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-14H.R. 152 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-13H.R. 192 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2025-01-09H.R. 23 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-01-07H.R. 29 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-01-03H. Res. 5 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2025-01-03H. Res. 5 (119th)Motion to Commit with InstructionsYESYES✓Failed
2025-01-03H. Res. 5 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2025-01-03—Election of the SpeakerNOT_VOTING——Johnson (LA)
2025-01-03—Call by StatesPRESENT——Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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