Rep. Collin Peterson -

CONGRESSMAN
COLLIN C. PETERSON
Minnesota - 7th District http://www.house.gov/collinpeterson/

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 13, 2002
CONTACT: Allison Myhre/218-847-5056 or 218-731-1657

Peterson Receives U.S. Chamber of Commerce Award

(WASHINGTON, DC) – Congressman Collin Peterson (D-Minn) has been awarded the U.S. Chamber of Commerce “Spirit of Enterprise” award for his strong support of business and jobs.

Peterson earned a 70 percent score based on votes he cast on key issues in the 107^{th Congress that included votes on tax reform, homeland security and
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“It’s an honor to be recognized by an organization that represents so many business people in my district,” Peterson said. “Our communities benefit every day because of the work and dedication of the local chambers and their membership.”

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