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RELEASE: Rep. Ecklund to chair House Labor, Industry, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee

Monday, November 30, 2020

SAINT PAUL, Minn. – Today, Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman announced the appointment of Rep. Rob Ecklund (DFL – International Falls) as the incoming chair of the new House Labor, Industry, Veterans and Military Affairs Finance & Policy Committee.

“I’m excited to take on this new role to help working people, small business owners, and those who’ve served our nation have the opportunity to succeed,” Rep. Ecklund said. “With Minnesotans facing a variety of challenges, our committee will do everything we can to help people get through these tough times. I thank Speaker Hortman for the opportunity.”

Rep. Ecklund, a retired member of the United Steelworkers and Marine Corps veteran, currently chairs the House Veterans and Military Affairs Finance & Policy Committee. With the expanded committee jurisdiction, Rep. Ecklund will focus on protecting workers, creating new good-paying job opportunities, building a climate for businesses to grow, and removing barriers for military veterans. 

The complete list of chairs and committees can be accessed here. Full membership of House committees will be announced in December. The 2021 legislative session convenes on January 5.