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State Fair

Come visit me each year at my State Fair Office!

At the 2011 State Fair, we set up a booth, pulled up some chairs, and got down to business helping Minnesotans cut through the bureaucratic red tape that can cause needless delays and headaches. We met with hundreds of folks across the state seeking action and answers from their federal government on the important issues of the day, including Social Security, veterans' benefits, and adoption. It was an across-the-board success, and we had a great time, too. Click here to see how we helped countless Minnesotans.

But helping Minnesotans isn't just something we do at our State Fair booth; we know it is a full-time job. If you're seeking assistance from the U.S. government and you need help cutting through that red tape, you can get in touch with my office here.

Please check back to find out when you can stop by our booth at next year's 2012 State Fair.

2011 State Fair Featured Initiative: Cutting through Goverment Red Tape

At last year's state fair, we heard first hand from Minnesotans who stopped by our booth and gave us suggestions on how our office could help cut bureaucratic red tape. We received such a great response that we decided to continue the theme for this year's fair and continue to make government work better for the people of Minnesota.

How to Get Help Cutting Through Government Red Tape

Every day Minnesotans seek assistance from U.S. government agencies for a variety of reasons - whether it's to get an answer about Social Security, access to veterans benefits, or help with adopting a child. But, too often, bureaucratic red tape gets in the way.

One of my most important duties as a U.S. Senator is to help Minnesotans cut through this red tape to get action or answers - without needless delays or confusion. That's why I have experienced staff, both in Minnesota and Washington, who are available to help you navigate through the bureaucratic maze of the U.S. government. You can contact my office at 612-727-5220 or online at www.klobuchar.senate.gov

Below are just a few examples of how we help Minnesotans:

Seniors

When seniors enrolled in Medicare discovered that their applications were not processed properly, my office stepped in to make sure they received the medical coverage to which they were entitled.

Minnesota seniors who've worked their whole lives deserve a decent retirement with quality health care. If you have an issue with Social Security or a problem with Medicare benefits, we're here to help you. You can also get more info on:

• Social Security at www.saa.gov or 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare at www.medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE

Veterans

When a Minnesota soldier who lost his leg while serving in Iraq returned home and found out he couldn't receive his benefits because of misfiled paperwork, we cut through the layers of bureaucracy to make sure he received the full support he deserved.

I've always believed that when we ask our young men and women to fight and die for our nation, we make a promise to take care of them when they return home. If you have a claim pending with the Department of Veterans Affairs or need assistance getting military records, we're here to help you. For general information about veteran's issues, you can also contact the VA at: www.va.gov or 1-800-827-1000.

Families

When dozens of Minnesota families anxiously sought information on their adoptive children in Haiti after a devastating earthquake, we worked with officials on the ground to make sure these children were safe and able to join their new families in Minnesota. The well-being of our state and nation depends on the strength of our families.

In these challenging times, parents need all the tools they can use to protect their children and do what's best for them. If you're having a problem, like dealing with your home mortgage, getting a college loan, trying to get a passport in a hurry, or trying to adopt a child from overseas, we're here to help you. You can also find general assistance for:

• Adoption at: www.adoption.state.gov
• Passports at: www.medicare.gov or 1-877-487-2778
• Home Mortgages at: www.hud.gov or 1-800-FED-INFO
• Student Loans at: 1-800-4 FED AID

Business & Farms

When Minnesota small businesses learned that loans they needed were being held up by bureaucratic delays at the U.S. Small Business Administration, we helped expedite the loan processing so these businesses could get the capital they needed to create jobs and invest in future growth.

Small businesses are America's engines of job creation, responsible for 65% of new jobs. Our economy won't grow unless our businesses are able to grow, too. If you're a Minnesota small business or farmer having a problem with a federal agency or interested in expanding through exports, we're here to help you. You can also find more information and resources for small businesses at www.sba.gov

IF YOU NEED HELP CUTTING THROUGH GOVERNMENT RED TAPE,
PLEASE CONTACT MY OFFICE:
By phone at 612-727-5220
or (toll-free) 1-888-224-9043