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Willmar, MN - Congresswoman Michelle met with Mayor Olstad, Chamber leadership, and local business owners to discuss regional economic development initiatives and the cross-border coordination needed to support the local economy in East Grand Forks. As a member of the Ways & Means Trade Subcommittee, the Congresswoman reaffirmed her commitment to ensuring our trade policies protect and boost commerce in Western Minnesota. The conversation focused on current community needs, including infrastructure improvement projects and education funding. They also discussed the recent rollout of the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool. This newly streamlined system is designed to accelerate and facilitate tariff rebates directly to businesses, helping area employers cut through federal bureaucratic tape, improve cash flow, and secure critical financial relief.