{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Republican\", state = \"WI\" and year = 2025 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-announces-winner-2025-congressional-app-challenge", "Tiffany Announces Winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge", "2025-12-29", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WAUSAU, WI \u2013 Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge (CAC) for Wisconsin's Seventh District. The CAC provides middle and high school students who are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with the opportunity to compete against their peers from across the nation.\n\n\u201cThank you to all the students who participated in this year\u2019s Congressional App Challenge. After reviewing the submissions, it is clear that we are not short of talent here in Wisconsin,\u201d said Congressman Tiffany. \u201cThis year\u2019s winner, Invisible Shield, was designed as a tool to combat the mental health crisis we are facing in the United States and provide a space where kids can write down their thoughts and get immediate onsite intervention from a trained counselor.\u201d\n\nFirst Place\n\nApp: Invisible Shield\n\nBy: Ridhi and Riya Shankar\n\nSchool: Marshfield Middle School\n\nThe winner of the first-place app, Invisible Shield, will be eligible to have their app on display at the U.S. Capitol and be featured on the House of Representatives website. They will also be invited to the #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in the spring. For more information on the CAC please visit Congressman Tiffany\u2019s website.", 1, "2026-04-28T06:05:12Z", "2026-04-28T06:07:17Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-applauds-203m-investment-strengthen-rural-health-care-wisconsin", "Van Orden Applauds $203M Investment to Strengthen Rural Health Care in Wisconsin", "2025-12-29", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) today applauded the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announcement that Wisconsin will receive $203,670,005 through the Rural Health Transformation Program, part of a historic $50 billion investment created under President Trump\u2019s Working Families Tax Cuts legislation to strengthen and modernize rural health care across America.\n\nBeginning in 2026, this funding will support Wisconsin-led efforts to expand access to care, strengthen the rural health workforce, modernize facilities and technology, and keep care local for rural families, seniors, and veterans across the state.\n\n\u201cEvery American citizen should have access to readily available, high-quality, and actually affordable health care,\u201d said Rep. Van Orden. \u201cThis $203 million investment delivers real support for rural Wisconsin hospitals, clinics, and health care workers. Republicans fought to get this done, and not one Democrat voted for it. Thanks to President Trump\u2019s leadership, rural Wisconsin is finally getting the support it deserves.\u201d\n\nThe Rural Health Transformation Program will distribute $10 billion annually from 2026 through 2030, with funding allocated based on rural need, policy innovation, and the potential to deliver measurable improvements in access and outcomes.\n\nThe $50 billion investment strengthens rural health care in Wisconsin and across the nation by focusing on:\n\nA Nationwide Commitment to Strengthen Rural Health Care\n\nBringing More Care Within Reach for Rural Families\n\nStrengthening and Sustaining the Rural Clinical Workforce\n\nModernizing Rural Health Infrastructure and Technology\n\nDriving Structural Efficiency & Empowering Community Providers\n\nAdvancing Innovative Care Models and Payment Reform\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-announces-2025-first-congressional-district-congressional-app-challenge-winner", "Steil Announces 2025 First Congressional District Congressional App Challenge Winner", "2025-12-22", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Franklin, WI \u2013 Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced the 2025 Congressional App Challenge first place winner, Sonakshi Giri, from Franklin High School. Following the event, Steil released the following statement congratulating this year's winner.\n\n\"Congratulations to Sonakshi Giri from Franklin High School, winner of the 2025 App Challenge, for her app, RideRight. Creating an app takes time, skill, patience, and planning,\" said Steil. \"The App Challenge is a great way to promote STEM education and teach students how to be innovative.\"\n\nSonakshi Giri and her app, RideRight, is the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Wisconsin\u2019s First Congressional District. RideRight estimates a user\u2019s blood alcohol content (BAC) using factors such as age, sex, weight, alcohol type and amount, and time since consumption, then indicates whether it is safe to drive based on age- and location-specific laws, and advises how long to wait if it is unsafe. RideRight also includes a designated driver picker, a function that randomly draws a designated driver from a set of entered names.", 1, "2026-05-01T06:06:26Z", "2026-05-01T06:08:22Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-votes-pass-legislation-protecting-children-and-reducing-energy", "Rep. Fitzgerald Votes to Pass Legislation Protecting Children and Reducing Energy Costs", "2025-12-19", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statements in response to the passage of four critical pieces of legislation this week: the Kayla Hamilton Act, the Protect Children\u2019s Innocence Act, the Power Plant Reliability Act, and the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act.\n\nOn the Kayla Hamilton Act:\n\n\u201cKayla Hamilton was murdered because the Biden-Harris Administration released a known MS-13 gang member through the unaccompanied alien children (UAC) program without conducting rigorous background checks,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cUnder the Biden-Harris Administration, the UAC system was exploited by criminals and gangs, putting innocent Americans at risk. This legislation requires the Department of Health and Human Services to request criminal records before releasing UACs to a sponsor. It restores accountability and puts public safety first.\u201d\n\nOn the Protect Children\u2019s Innocence Act:\n\n\u201cChildren should never be subjected to permanent medical procedures they are too young to fully comprehend or consent to,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cThis legislation protects minors by prohibiting doctors from performing genital or bodily mutilation or chemical castration procedures. It ensures that the health and wellbeing of children come first, shielding them from dangerous medical practices pushed by left-wing political activists.\u201d\n\nOn the Power Plant Reliability Act:\n\n\u201cReliable, affordable electricity is essential for families and businesses, and reckless power plant closures in the U.S. put that at risk,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cThis legislation strengthens the ability of states and grid operators to challenge closures that threaten reliability and requires advance notice so the system can plan responsibly. It helps keep our lights on, energy costs down, and our electric grid stable across the country.\u201d\n\nOn the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act:\n\n\u201cFor too long, progressive liberal policies and endless lawsuits have blocked critical infrastructure and energy projects, driving up costs and preventing American communities from accessing the energy and resources they need,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cThe SPEED Act reforms NEPA by setting clear timelines, limiting frivolous litigation, and cutting through the bureaucratic obstacles liberals have imposed to stop growth. This legislation will allow us to build the roads, bridges, and energy facilities our country desperately needs, deliver affordable energy, create jobs, and strengthen American energy independence.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-votes-control-wisconsins-gray-wolf-population", "Rep. Fitzgerald Votes to Control Wisconsin\u2019s Gray Wolf Population", "2025-12-18", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 845, the Pet and Livestock Protection Act.\n\n\u201cWisconsin farmers and ranchers work hard to provide for their families and feed our communities. They should not have to worry about predators threatening their livestock because of outdated federal restrictions and decisions by activist judges.\n\n\u201cThe Pet and Livestock Protection Act delists the gray wolf from the Endangered Species Act and returns management to state wildlife officials who understand local needs. This legislation allows members of the agricultural community to protect their livelihoods while ensuring responsible wildlife management.\u201d\n\nBackground: In 2013, the Obama Administration proposed delisting the gray wolf because the population had reached a level where it was no longer facing extinction. Since that time, the gray wolf population in the continental United States has continued growing and is now greater than 6,000.\n\nThe United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) removed the gray wolf from the Endangered Species (ESA) Act on January 4, 2021, after the gray wolf exceeded the agency's targeted population goal. However, on February 10th, 2022, a federal court vacated the U.S. Fish and Wildlife's final gray wolf delisting rule, which means gray wolves in Wisconsin are currently under the protection of the ESA once more.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-house-passes-rep-tiffanys-bill-delist-gray-wolf", "U.S. House Passes Rep. Tiffany\u2019s Bill to Delist the Gray Wolf", "2025-12-18", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, the U.S. House passed the Pet and Livestock Protection Act, introduced by Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-04). H.R. 845 delists the gray wolf from the Endangered Species Act (ESA), prevents endless lawfare from overturning the decision, and restores authority to state lawmakers and wildlife officials to responsibly manage gray wolf populations. The bill passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 211-204.\n\n\"When federal protections were first established for gray wolves in the Great Lakes region, populations were only in the hundreds. Today, there are well over 4,000 wolves across Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Despite this recovery, activist judges continue to ignore the science, leaving livestock and pets to be slaughtered and rural communities vulnerable,\" said Congressman Tom Tiffany. \"The Pet and Livestock Protection Act reflects a commonsense approach that has been recognized across administrations of both parties, including Presidents Bush, Obama, Trump, and Biden. The gray wolf has recovered, and Wisconsin should be allowed to responsibly manage a population that has exceeded recovery goals without interference from out-of-state judges.\"\n\n\"I'm thrilled that the Pet and Livestock Protection Act has now passed the House with a bipartisan vote, marking a major win for ranchers, farmers, and property owners in Colorado and nationwide,\" Congresswoman Lauren Boebert stated. \"The science has been clear for years: gray wolves are fully recovered, and their resurgence deserves to be celebrated as a true conservation success story. It\u2019s long past time to delist them and empower states to set their own management policies. I can\u2019t wait for President Trump to sign this bill into law.\"\n\n\"The science has been clear for nearly two decades: the gray wolf is a fully recovered species. States are more than capable of managing thriving wolf populations. This legislation restores a common-sense, science-based approach to wolf management, returning decision-making to states. I commend the House for acting to protect livestock, pets, and rural communities while maintaining healthy ecosystems,\" said House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman.\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Pet and Livestock Protection Act requires the Secretary of the Interior to reissue the 2020 Department of the Interior final rule that delisted gray wolves in the lower 48 United States. It also ensures this rule cannot be overturned through judicial review, preventing activist judges, like the California judge who vacated the rule in 2022, from relisting the gray wolf by judicial fiat.\n\nIn 2020, the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under President Trump delisted the gray wolf in the lower 48 United States through a process that included the best science and data available. At over 6,000 wolves at the time of delisting, the gray wolf has been the latest Endangered Species Act (ESA) success story with significant population recoveries in the Rocky Mountains and western Great Lakes regions.\n\nDespite clear evidence of recovery, a California judge overturned the rule in 2022, relisting the gray wolf under the ESA. Since then, wolf attacks in Wisconsin have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2024, Wisconsin paid out $322,970 for wolf-caused losses, the second-highest amount in 40 years. There have been numerous gray wolf attacks in Wisconsin\u2019s Seventh District over the last few years. You can view some examples here, here, and here (warning of graphic content). Several states in the Northern Rockies are responsibly managing stable wolf populations, and it\u2019s time to give other states the opportunity to do the same.\n\n36 Members of Congress cosponsored Reps. Tiffany\u2019s and Boebert\u2019s Pet and Livestock Protection Act, including: Reps. Michael Baumgartner (WA-05), Nick Begich (AK-At-Large), Jack Bergman (MI-01), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Cliff Bentz (OR-02), Buddy Carter (GA-01), Andrew Clyde (GA-09), Jeff Crank (CO-05), Eli Crane (AZ-02), Troy Downing (MT-02), Tom Emmer (MN-06), Gabe Evans (CO-08), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Brad Finstad (MN-01), Michelle Fischbach (MN-07), Russ Fulcher (ID-01), Paul Gosar (AZ-09), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Harriet Hageman (WY-At-Large), Andy Harris (MD-01), Jeff Hurd (CO-03), Richard Hudson (NC-09), David Joyce (OH-14), Mike Kennedy (UT-03), Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Max Miller (OH-07), John Moolenaar (MI-02), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Troy Nehls (TX-22), Andy Ogles (TN-05), Scott Perry (PA-10), Michael Rulli (OH-06), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Pete Stauber (MN-08), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), and Tony Wied (WI-08)\n\nStakeholders that support the Pet and Livestock Protection Act include: Hunter Nation, American Farm Bureau Federation, National Cattlemen\u2019s Beef Association (NCBA), Public Lands Council (PLC), National Rifle Association (NRA), Safari Club International (SCI), International Order of T. Roosevelt (IOTR), Congressional Sportsmen\u2019s Foundation, Mule Deer Foundation, Blacktail Deer Foundation, Colorado Farm Bureau, Colorado Wool Growers, New Mexico Cattle Growers, Minnesota Lamb & Wool Producers Association, Coalition of Arizona/New Mexico Counties, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Wisconsin Cattlemen\u2019s Association, Nebraska Cattlemen, and Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association\n\n\"This isn\u2019t just about wolves \u2014 it is about freedom, fairness, and who gets to decide the future of America\u2019s outdoors. Hunter Nation thanks Representatives Tiffany and Boebert, as they fought tirelessly to make sure the voices of hunters, ranchers, and rural Americans were heard in Washington. Today\u2019s vote restores common sense and gets us one step closer to getting wildlife management back where it belongs \u2014 with the states and with the people who live closest to the land,\" said Hunter Nation CEO and Founder Keith Mark.\n\n\"For too long, ranchers have grappled with the pendulum swing of regulatory determination on the gray wolf. The last three presidents have concluded that the gray wolf is fully recovered, yet lawsuits from activist groups have forced the agency to back away from sound science and keep the wolf listed. Restoring the 2020 wolf delisting through the Pet and Livestock Protection Act will give management decisions and certainty back to cattle producers, who are suffering financially and emotionally from wolf depredations that increase every year. NCBA extends our gratitude to Congress for passing this legislation and urge the Senate to act,\" said National Cattlemen\u2019s Beef Association President Buck Wehrbein.\n\n\"The science is clear. Gray wolves have long since recovered and remain listed only because of political pressure from activist groups. Ranchers and rural communities across the West face the daily consequences of unchecked wolf populations, which threaten both livestock and pets. Returning management authority to the states ensures that decisions are made closer to those directly impacted on the ground. Ranchers proudly support this bill, and PLC thanks Reps. Tiffany and Boebert for standing with ranchers and rural communities,\" said Public Lands Council President Tim Canterbury.\n\n\"Wisconsin Farm Bureau congratulates Congressman Tom Tiffany on the passage of H.R. 845, the Pet and Livestock Protection Act. This legislation is an important step toward restoring common-sense wildlife management and providing certainty for rural communities that have lived with the consequences of a growing wolf population for far too long. Those who live and work on the land have paid the price through livestock losses, threats to pets, and ongoing concerns for public safety. We urge swift passage in the Senate so Wisconsin farmers and rural residents finally have stability, clarity and a voice in wolf management decisions that directly impact their livelihoods,\" said Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Brad Olson.\n\n\"Cattlemen across Wisconsin have faced numerous challenges from the expanding gray wolf population. The most direct impact has been livestock depredation, but we cannot ignore secondary effects such as damaged fences from cattle being chased, interrupted grazing behavior, reduced fertility rates, and mental strain on producers managing concern for their own safety while caring for traumatized herds. These issues affect not only animal health and disposition but also increase the complexity of compensation claims. The Wisconsin Cattlemen\u2019s Association strongly supports Congressman Tiffany\u2019s Pet and Livestock Protection Act to federally delist the gray wolf, returning population management to the state level. As cattlemen, we need effective solutions to address a predator that is causing significant harm to our operations,\" said Tressa Lacy, Wisconsin Cattlemen\u2019s Association President.\n\n\"On behalf of our millions of members and hunters nationwide, we would like to thank Representatives Boebert and Tiffany for their leadership in introducing and passing the Pet and Livestock Protection Act,\" said John Commerford, Executive Director of NRA-ILA. \u201cHunters of all stripes care deeply about being good stewards of our land, and this bill lets them do just that. By passing this bill, the U.S. House has taken an important step to allow states to better manage wolves, in conjunction with hunters, just as they do successfully with nearly all species.\u201d\n\n\"I commend Congressman Tom Tiffany and Congresswoman Lauren Boebert for their tireless dedication to returning management of these recovered species to the states once and for all. We need to return wolf management to the states where it belongs and ensure that these decisions are based on science, not politics. Congressman Tiffany\u2019s bill will prevent activist judges who\u2019ve never seen a wolf, let alone lived among them, from interfering and instead empower local experts to manage our wildlife responsibly,\" said Luke Hilgemann, Executive Director IOTR.\n\n\"Despite far exceeding ESA population recovery goals and a proven record of successful management of gray wolves by state wildlife agencies, the endless cycle of scientific delisting and judicial reinstatements has created a need to legislatively delist gray wolves. The Pet and Livestock Protection Act codifies that the primary management authority of recovered gray wolves resides with our state wildlife agencies, and we thank Congressional Sportsmen\u2019s Caucus Members Reps. Tiffany and Boebert for leading and championing this legislation through the House,\" said Taylor Schmitz, Senior Vice President for the Congressional Sportsmen\u2019s Foundation.\n\n\"SCI commends the House for passing the Pet and Livestock Protection Act of 2025. For too long, animal rights groups and activist courts have overturned delisting decisions made on the best available science. SCI has defended the delisting of wolves for over 20 years. It is past time for Congress to step in and reinforce the intent of the Endangered Species Act \u2013 to remove recovered species from federal management and allow the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to focus on species truly at risk. SCI thanks the co-sponsors for supporting the science and appropriate state management of wolves and we urge the Senate to swiftly take up this bill,\" said Chris Tymeson, Vice President of Government Affairs, Safari Club International.\n\n\"The Wisconsin Bear Hunters' Association is strongly in favor of any action that would return wolf management to the states. Currently, farmers, hunters, pet owners and other residents in Wisconsin's wolf range are being adversely affected by the lack of wolf management. In fact, the effects of the unmanaged population are being felt throughout the state. It is time for Congress to act to ensure proper management of the species is returned to the state level. We continue to urge Congress to act on any measure, including H.R. 845 and H.R. 1897, that would guarantee states' rights to manage wolves,\" said Carl Schoettel, Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association President.\n\n\"The Mule Deer Foundation believes that once a species has fully recovered, management should return to the states. We applaud our representatives for their leadership on this important issue,\" said Greg Sheehan, Mule Deer Foundation President and CEO.\n\n\"The US Fish and Wildlife Service delisted wolves in the Lower 48 states twice in the last decade and a half \u2013 during the Obama administration in 2011 and the Trump administration in 2020. Both times, judges intervened to invalidate the process despite agreement among scientists, biologists and professional wildlife managers that wolf populations are stable and growing and should return to state management. State wildlife agencies sustainably manage thousands of species without federal interference, and several states in the northern Rockies are successfully managing wolves because Congress took action to protect their delisting from activist judges. The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation supports the Pet and Livestock Protection Act to return wolf management to all states. We thank Representatives Tiffany and Boebert for sponsoring this legislation,\" said Blake Henning, Chief Conservation Officer, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.\n\nThe full text of the Pet and Livestock Protection Act is available here.", 1, "2026-04-18T05:35:53Z", "2026-04-18T05:37:16Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/wieds-statement-vote-lower-healthcare-premiums", "Wied's Statement on Vote to Lower Healthcare Premiums", "2025-12-18", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after yesterday's passage of the Lower Healthcare Premiums for All Americans Act.\n\n\u201cLet\u2019s be very clear: Democrats singlehandedly created the healthcare system they are now railing against. Instead of working with us to address this issue, they would rather try to use it as political leverage in the midterms. Yesterday, House Republicans passed the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act to reform our broken system, expand choice and competition, and provide the transparency needed to lower health care costs for all Americans. If Democrats were serious about preventing hardworking Americans\u2019 premiums from skyrocketing next year, they would have joined us to pass these commonsense reforms. Unfortunately, that was not the case.\u201d\n\nThe Lower Healthcare Premiums for All Americans Act includes the following provisions to lower healthcare costs for hardworking American families:", 1, "2026-05-01T06:06:26Z", "2026-05-01T06:08:22Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-statement-passage-lower-health-care-premiums-all-americans-act", "Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Passage of the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act", "2025-12-17", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act.\n\n\u201cWhen it comes to Obamacare, we can\u2019t keep writing blank checks for a heavily subsidized program that continues to drive up costs. After 15 years, the reality is undeniable: Obamacare has failed to live up to its promises. Premiums have skyrocketed, patient choice has been taken away, and taxpayers are left footing the bill for waste, fraud, and abuse in the program.\n\n\u201cThat\u2019s why the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act provides substantive health reforms that will benefit all Americans, not just the 7% of people on Obamacare's exchanges. It codifies the Trump Administration\u2019s 2019 Health Reimbursement Arrangement Rule, and the 2018 Trump Administration Rules on Association Health Plans. It also appropriates cost-sharing reduction subsidies to lower premiums and federal spending and enacts pharmacy benefit manager transparency.\n\n\u201cThese measures will actually bring cost relief to Wisconsin families, rather than giving away money to insurance companies for a failed program.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-statement-vote-lower-health-care-premiums", "Tiffany Statement on Vote to Lower Health Care Premiums", "2025-12-17", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act.\n\n\"Democrats promised you when they passed the Unaffordable Care Act that you could keep your doctor, keep your plan, and pay less. None of that was true. Since Obamacare\u2019s passage, premiums have nearly tripled and deductibles have doubled. To cover up those failures, Democrats poured billions into pandemic-era subsidies, even for households making up to $500,000, which padded the profits of big insurance companies.\"\n\n\"Those subsidies are now expiring under a deadline Democrats set themselves. The pandemic is over, and bailing out insurers again is not the solution. It\u2019s giving people choice, transparency, and competition so they can pick truly affordable plans that fit their needs. Today\u2019s bill does exactly that by lowering premiums, eliminating hidden prescription drug costs, and expanding affordable options for every American.\"\n\nThe Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act:\n\nLowers Premiums for all Americans\n\nPharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency: Requires PBMs to provide employers with detailed data on prescription drug spending, rebates, spread pricing, and formulary decisions, empowering plans and workers with the transparency they deserve.\n\nAppropriates Cost-Sharing Reduction (CSR) Payments: Provides necessary funding for CSR payments beginning in 2027, lowering premiums and stabilizing the individual market while ensuring taxpayer dollars are used responsibly. Relief would be better directed towards low-income enrollees that need them.\n\nLowers Premium Costs: According to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) cost estimate, enacting H.R. 6703 would reduce the deficit by $35.6 billion over the 2026-2035 budget window. Additionally, CBO estimates this bill would reduce gross benchmark premiums by 11 percent.\n\nImproves Health Care Options for America\u2019s Workers\n\nAssociation Health Plans: Expands access to Association Health Plans (AHPs) by allowing employers, including self-employed workers, to band together across industries to purchase affordable, high-quality coverage.\n\nAccess to Stop-Loss Insurance: Ensures small and mid-sized employers can protect themselves from catastrophic claims by clarifying that stop-loss insurance is not \u201chealth insurance coverage.\u201d This would allow small businesses to offer their employees more tailored, affordable care.\n\nCHOICE Arrangements: Codifies and strengthens the 2019 rules allowing employers to provide defined contributions that employees can use to purchase their own health insurance. These contributions, known as CHOICE Arrangements, are a type of Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and allow employees to buy coverage with pre-tax dollars, lowering costs and expanding choice.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/sen-johnson-demands-hhs-produce-records-linking-children-s-deaths-to-covid-19-vaccines", "Sen. Johnson Demands HHS Produce Records Linking Children\u2019s Deaths to COVID-19 Vaccines", "2025-12-17", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, wrote to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. requesting records indicating that at least 10 children died \u201cafter and because of receiving COVID-19 vaccination.\u201d\n\nThe requested records are connected to a Nov. 28, 2025 memo reportedly written by Dr. Vinay Prasad, the Chief Medical Officer and Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) Director at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In the memo, Dr. Prasad stated, \u201c[f]or the first time, the US FDA will acknowledge that COVID-19 vaccines have killed American children.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe memo outlined the Biden Administration\u2019s failure to fully investigate the safety of the vaccines, including the risks of myocarditis,\u201dChairman Johnson wrote.\n\n\u201cAlthough Dr. Prasad\u2019s leaked memo did receive some limited media coverage, it did not receive anywhere near the attention it should have. As a result, the American public remains largely unaware of what should be a blockbuster revelation. Hopefully, the documents HHS will provide in response to this oversight request will garner the public attention they deserve,\u201d Chairman Johnson concluded.\n\nIn addition to requesting documents linked to Dr. Prasad\u2019s memo, the chairman also reiterated his outstanding requests for information relating to the Biden Administration\u2019s last-minute four-year extension of liability protections for COVID-19 vaccines.\n\nChairman Johnson asked Secretary Kennedy to explain \u201cwhat steps HHS has taken to examine whether the existing liability shield for COVID-19 vaccines should remain in place.\u201d\n\nRead more about the chairman\u2019s letter in The Daily Caller.\n\nFull text of the letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/17/2025-12-sen-johnson-demands-hhs-produce-records-linking-children-s-deaths-to-covid-19-vaccines/", "Sen. Johnson Demands HHS Produce Records Linking Children\u2019s Deaths to COVID-19 Vaccines", "2025-12-17", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "Sen. Johnson Demands HHS Produce Records Linking Children\u2019s Deaths to COVID-19 Vaccines\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, wrote to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. requesting records indicating that at least 10 children died \u201cafter and because of receiving COVID-19 vaccination.\u201d\n\nThe requested records are connected to a Nov. 28, 2025 memo reportedly written by Dr. Vinay Prasad, the Chief Medical Officer and Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) Director at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In the memo, Dr. Prasad stated, \u201c[f]or the first time, the US FDA will acknowledge that COVID-19 vaccines have killed American children.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe memo outlined the Biden Administration\u2019s failure to fully investigate the safety of the vaccines, including the risks of myocarditis,\u201dChairman Johnson wrote.\n\n\u201cAlthough Dr. Prasad\u2019s leaked memo did receive some limited media coverage, it did not receive anywhere near the attention it should have. As a result, the American public remains largely unaware of what should be a blockbuster revelation. Hopefully, the documents HHS will provide in response to this oversight request will garner the public attention they deserve,\u201d Chairman Johnson concluded.\n\nIn addition to requesting documents linked to Dr. Prasad\u2019s memo, the chairman also reiterated his outstanding requests for information relating to the Biden Administration\u2019s last-minute four-year extension of liability protections for COVID-19 vaccines.\n\nChairman Johnson asked Secretary Kennedy to explain \u201cwhat steps HHS has taken to examine whether the existing liability shield for COVID-19 vaccines should remain in place.\u201d\n\nRead more about the chairman\u2019s letter in The Daily Caller.\n\nFull text of the letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgeralds-merger-agreement-approvals-clarity-and-predictability-act", "Rep. Fitzgerald\u2019s Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act Passes Financial Services Committee", "2025-12-16", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald\u2019s (WI-05) Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act, legislation that addresses political intrusion into the regulatory approval process for bank mergers and acquisitions, passed the House Financial Services Committee today. Specifically, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a thorough review of how federal regulators use commitments and conditions when approving mergers of insured depository institutions. It also directs GAO to determine whether regulators rely on extrastatutory considerations, such as policy preferences or non\u2011statutory goals, when conditioning merger approvals.\n\n\u201cThe Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act, ensures clarity, consistency, and accountability in how merger approvals are handled,\u201d said Congressman Scott Fitzgerald. \u201cIt makes clear that institutions, large and small, know what is required for a merger based on law, not on shifting or informal agency expectations. For many community banks, mid-sized institutions, and credit unions, unpredictable conditions add cost, complexity, and risk. That uncertainty can chill beneficial transactions, inhibit consolidation where it makes sense, reduce efficiency, and ultimately harm consumers and depositors. By directing GAO to conduct an objective, data-driven study, we provide the Financial Services Committee with the information needed to determine whether regulators are operating within the boundaries Congress set.\u201d\n\nBACKGROUND: This bill, consistent with executive orders prohibiting debanking and political influence in banking regulation, directs the Comptroller General to review the prudential regulators\u2019 use of conditions and commitments in insured depository institution merger approvals. The study must determine whether such conditions were imposed in accordance with statutory requirements or were influenced by other considerations, including political objectives or debanking-related factors. The Comptroller General is required to submit a report to Congress within one year detailing all the findings and determinations made during the study. While prudential regulators possess limited discretionary authority to impose conditions or commitments, that discretion must be exercised within the bounds of statutory requirements and without political bias.\n\nRead the bill text here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-fy2026-national-defense-authorization-act", "Van Orden Statement on FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act", "2025-12-16", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) announced major victories secured in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act following today\u2019s House passage.\n\n\u201cThis bill puts our warfighters first. The FY26 NDAA strengthens America\u2019s ability to fight, adapt, and win. It reinforces our alliances, modernizes our investments in America\u2019s national security, and ensures that the men and women who serve have the capabilities they need to accomplish their missions and return home safely.\u201d said Van Orden.\n\nThe final bill includes several of Congressman Van Orden\u2019s key priorities:\n\nVolk Field, Wisconsin MILCON \u2013 $8.4M: Authorizes $8,400,000 for an ADAL ACS Complex at Volk Field Air National Guard Base (WI), a major Guard and state infrastructure win.\n\nUSSOCOM Innovation Pilot: Creates \u201cUrgent Innovative Technologies & Capabilities Initiative\u201d to rapidly develop, test, and field SOF capabilities, with annual reporting.\n\nIndividual Longitudinal Exposure Record: Codifies ILER as a permanent DoD exposure data system and requires annual briefings to HASC, SASC, HVAC, and SVAC.\n\nJoint Task Force Counterterrorism Authority: Extends authority for DoD joint task forces supporting CT and counter\u2013transnational organized crime missions through FY 2032.\n\nU.S.\u2013Israel Anti-Tunnel Cooperation: Extends authority and increases funding authorization to $80M for anti-tunnel capabilities.\n\nU.S.\u2013Israel Counter-UAS Cooperation: Extends and updates authority for cooperation with Israel to counter unmanned systems in all domains.\n\nEmerging Tech RDT&E with Partners: Authorizes joint RDT&E with key partners (including Israel) on AI, cyber, robotics, quantum, and automation; adopts House language with clarifying amendments.\n\nBaltic Security Initiative: Establishes BSI and requires a DoD strategy to build integrated Baltic defense and deterrence capabilities.\n\nTaiwan Security Cooperation \u2013 Medical support: Expands authorized assistance categories to include medical equipment, supplies, and combat casualty care.\n\nTacSRT Program of Record Study: Directs Air Force and USD(I&S) to study creating a Tactical Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Tracking program of record.\n\nBaltic HIMARS Interoperability: Requires DoD briefing by July 1, 2026, on enabling HIMARS and munitions interoperability across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.\n\nService Academy Master Plans: Requires each Service Academy to develop installation master plans aligned with long-term mission requirements.\n\nHouse Board of Visitors Update: Modernizes House Board of Visitors membership structure for the Service Academies.\n\nNaval Academy Director of Admissions: Establishes a Director of Admissions position in the U.S. Naval Academy to strengthen accessions oversight and accountability.\n\nISI \u2013 Expanding Range Access for Non-Traditional Defense Companies: Detailed DRL in the House report requiring a DoD briefing by Dec. 15, 2025 on test-range access for non-traditional/dual-use companies.\n\n\u201cAs our adversaries continue to evolve, we don\u2019t get the luxury of falling behind. This bill puts steel behind our commitments and keeps America\u2019s fighting force the most capable and lethal in the world.\u201d Congressman Van Orden added.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-passage-whole-milk-healthy-kids-act", "Van Orden Statement on Passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act", "2025-12-16", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after the House passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act:\n\n\u201cI championed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act from the start because it\u2019s a straightforward, bipartisan solution that gets real, nutritious milk back into our schools and supports Wisconsin\u2019s dairy farmers.\n\nI was unable to be in Washington today to vote in favor of this bill as my wife is facing serious health concerns and is undergoing further medical evaluation. While I could not be present, my support for this bill has been unwavering, and I am grateful to my colleagues for carrying it across the finish line in the House.\n\nI look forward to President Trump signing this bill into law.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/sen-johnson-applauds-addition-of-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy-and-metachromatic-leukodystrophy-to-newborn-screening-panel", "Sen. Johnson Applauds Addition of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy to Newborn Screening Panel", "2025-12-16", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) applauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 decision to add Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) to the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP), expanding access to early detection for two devastating rare diseases. The senator recognized Trickett Wendler, Frank Mongiello, Matthew Bellina, and Laura and Jordan McLinn for their tireless work and advocacy.\n\n\u201cI championed Right to Try to give those with terminal or rare diseases hope and the freedom to try experimental drugs and therapies. I am grateful to Secretary Kennedy and to all those advocating for early screening of rare diseases to give families the chance to act when treatment can be most effective,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\n\u201c[This] wouldn\u2019t have happened without you, Mr. Secretary, and the people that work with you tirelessly to do what\u2019s right. God bless you and thank you,\u201d Sen. Johnson concluded.\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s full remarks can be found here.\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s history of work with Right to Try can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/16/2025-12-sen-johnson-applauds-addition-of-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy-and-metachromatic-leukodystrophy-to-newborn-screening-panel/", "Sen. Johnson Applauds Addition of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy to Newborn Screening Panel", "2025-12-16", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) applauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 decision to add Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) to the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP), expanding access to early detection for two devastating rare diseases. The senator recognized Trickett Wendler, Frank Mongiello, Matthew Bellina, and Laura and Jordan McLinn for their tireless work and advocacy.\n\n\u201cI championed Right to Try to give those with terminal or rare diseases hope and the freedom to try experimental drugs and therapies. I am grateful to Secretary Kennedy and to all those advocating for early screening of rare diseases to give families the chance to act when treatment can be most effective,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\n\u201c[This] wouldn\u2019t have happened without you, Mr. Secretary, and the people that work with you tirelessly to do what\u2019s right. God bless you and thank you,\u201d Sen. Johnson concluded.\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s full remarks can be found here.\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s history of work with Right to Try can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4961", "Rep. Grothman Denounces Antisemitic Attacks at Bondi Beach", "2025-12-15", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Glenn Grothman", "G000576", "grothman.house.gov", "grothman", "https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman (R-WI) released the following statement condemning the antisemitic attacks at Bondi Beach:\n\n\u201cThe antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach is a horrifying act of hatred that must be unequivocally condemned,\u201d said Congressman Grothman. \u201cWhat should have been a peaceful gathering turned into a moment of terror simply because Jewish families were celebrating their faith. We mourn the innocent lives lost and stand in solidarity with the Jewish community in Sydney and around the world.\n\n\u201cIt is deeply disturbing that the October 7 attack, the most devastating antisemitic massacre in recent history, has been followed by a surge in antisemitic hatred across the globe. That reality cannot be ignored or excused. There is no justification for targeting the Jewish people anywhere, under any circumstances.\n\n\u201cCombating antisemitism requires the truth. Facts about Israel, along with the horrors of Hamas and its allies, must be clearly communicated. It would be illuminating to research the bizarre hatred contributed by the Hamas massacre on October 7. Greater efforts must be made to understand and confront the roots of antisemitic hatred and broader hostility toward the West.\u201d\n\n-30-", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/sen-johnson-requests-justice-department-review-allegations-of-judicial-misconduct-in-wisconsin-case-involving-a-former-trump-lawyer", "Sen. Johnson Requests Justice Department Review Allegations of Judicial Misconduct in Wisconsin Case Involving a Former Trump Lawyer", "2025-12-12", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi raising concerns about potential judicial misconduct against Jim Troupis, a former Dane County, WI Circuit Court judge who faces criminal charges in Wisconsin. The charges are connected to Mr. Troupis\u2019 role as one of President Trump\u2019s attorneys in the state in the 2020 election.\n\nChairman Johnson wrote, \u201cbecause of his role as the president\u2019s attorney [Mr. Troupis\u2019] life has been upended by unceasing political persecutions currently led by Wisconsin\u2019s attorney general.\u201d\n\nAccording to recently unsealed court documents, Mr. Troupis\u2019 attorneys allege that the judge overseeing Mr. Troupis\u2019 case, John Hyland, may have had retired Judge Frank Remington, who is \u201cnot a fan\u201d of Mr. Troupis, write the order denying the motions to dismiss. A forensic linguistic expert reportedly confirmed that it was \u201chighly likely\u201d that Judge Remington wrote the order even though it was signed by Judge Hyland. Mr. Troupis\u2019 legal team requested for the case to be heard by another judge in another Wisconsin county \u201cwhere Troupis did not serve as a judge\u201d in order to \u201censure the appearance of impropriety does not haunt the rest of this case.\u201d Judge Hyland denied this request on Dec. 9, 2025.\n\n\u201cIt is difficult to understand how Judge Hyland can make an impartial decision about [Troupis\u2019 attorneys\u2019] allegations when he is directly implicated,\u201d the chairman wrote.\n\nChairman Johnson called on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to review Judge Troupis\u2019 case \u201cto determine whether any wrongdoing has occurred.\u201d\n\nThe letter to DOJ can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/12/2025-12-sen-johnson-requests-justice-department-review-allegations-of-judicial-misconduct-in-wisconsin-case-involving-a-former-trump-lawyer/", "Sen. Johnson Requests Justice Department Review Allegations of Judicial Misconduct in Wisconsin Case Involving a Former Trump Lawyer", "2025-12-12", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi raising concerns about potential judicial misconduct against Jim Troupis, a former Dane County, WI Circuit Court judge who faces criminal charges in Wisconsin. The charges are connected to Mr. Troupis\u2019 role as one of President Trump\u2019s attorneys in the state in the 2020 election.\n\nChairman Johnson wrote, \u201cbecause of his role as the president\u2019s attorney [Mr. Troupis\u2019] life has been upended by unceasing political persecutions currently led by Wisconsin\u2019s attorney general.\u201d\n\nAccording to recently unsealed court documents, Mr. Troupis\u2019 attorneys allege that the judge overseeing Mr. Troupis\u2019 case, John Hyland, may have had retired Judge Frank Remington, who is \u201cnot a fan\u201d of Mr. Troupis, write the order denying the motions to dismiss. A forensic linguistic expert reportedly confirmed that it was \u201chighly likely\u201d that Judge Remington wrote the order even though it was signed by Judge Hyland. Mr. Troupis\u2019 legal team requested for the case to be heard by another judge in another Wisconsin county \u201cwhere Troupis did not serve as a judge\u201d in order to \u201censure the appearance of impropriety does not haunt the rest of this case.\u201d Judge Hyland denied this request on Dec. 9, 2025.\n\n\u201cIt is difficult to understand how Judge Hyland can make an impartial decision about [Troupis\u2019 attorneys\u2019] allegations when he is directly implicated,\u201d the chairman wrote.\n\nChairman Johnson called on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to review Judge Troupis\u2019 case \u201cto determine whether any wrongdoing has occurred.\u201d\n\nThe letter to DOJ can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-statement-passage-invest-act-expand-access-capital-small", "Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Passage of the INVEST Act to Expand Access to Capital for Small Businesses", "2025-12-11", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 3383, the Incentivizing New Ventures and Economic Strength Through Capital Formation (INVEST) Act.\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s capital markets are the backbone of our economy. As a member of the House Financial Services Committee, I\u2019ve seen firsthand how urgently we need to modernize the rules that govern them,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cThe INVEST Act gives more Americans access to early-stage investment opportunities, opens up financing for small businesses, and protects seniors from scams. By expanding opportunities for everyday investors, this bipartisan, commonsense legislation opens the door for more Americans to invest in the businesses of tomorrow.\u201d\n\nBackground: Most venture funding flows to a handful of coastal cities, leaving entrepreneurs in the Midwest, South, and rural America in a weaker position when trying to raise capital. Outdated private market rules, which rely on wealth over financial knowledge, prevent millions of Americans from investing in early-stage companies. Meanwhile, the number of U.S. public companies has fallen by more than half since 1997, limiting job growth and retirement investment opportunities.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/video-release-sen-johnson-holds-psi-hearing-defining-the-problems-of-obamacare", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson Holds PSI Hearing Defining the Problems of Obamacare", "2025-12-11", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, held a hearing entitled \u201cDefining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve It.\u201d The four Majority witnesses discussed how Obamacare\u2019s structural problems are fueling higher costs and rampant fraud, and they identified the harms they have experienced as a result.\n\nChristopher Briggs shared the story of his daughter with leukemia, showing how President Obama\u2019s repeated assurance that \u201cif you like your health plan, you can keep it,\u201d turned out to be a lie.\n\nNick Stehle told the story of his severely autistic son and explained how Medicaid expansion\u2019s able-bodied adults are first in line for home health care, with his son on a ten-year waiting list.\n\nJoel White outlined the massive consolidation in health care since Obamacare, which has weakened competition and driven prices up.\n\nTarren Bragdon discussed the massive Medicaid fraud recently uncovered in Minnesota and the GAO investigation showing how easy it is to defraud Obamacare.\n\nClips of the witnesses\u2019 testimonies can be found here.\n\nRead Chairman Johnson\u2019s opening statement here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/11/2025-12-video-release-sen-johnson-holds-psi-hearing-defining-the-problems-of-obamacare/", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson Holds PSI Hearing Defining the Problems of Obamacare", "2025-12-11", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, held a hearing entitled \u201cDefining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve It.\u201d The four Majority witnesses discussed how Obamacare\u2019s structural problems are fueling higher costs and rampant fraud, and they identified the harms they have experienced as a result.\n\nChristopher Briggs shared the story of his daughter with leukemia, showing how President Obama\u2019s repeated assurance that \u201cif you like your health plan, you can keep it,\u201d turned out to be a lie.\n\nNick Stehle told the story of his severely autistic son and explained how Medicaid expansion\u2019s able-bodied adults are first in line for home health care, with his son on a ten-year waiting list.\n\nJoel White outlined the massive consolidation in health care since Obamacare, which has weakened competition and driven prices up.\n\nTarren Bragdon discussed the massive Medicaid fraud recently uncovered in Minnesota and the GAO investigation showing how easy it is to defraud Obamacare.\n\nClips of the witnesses\u2019 testimonies can be found here.\n\nRead Chairman Johnson\u2019s opening statement here.\n\nWatch the full hearing here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-chairs-joint-judiciary-subcommittee-hearing-obamacare-subsidy", "Rep. Fitzgerald Chairs Joint Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on Obamacare Subsidy Fraud", "2025-12-10", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a joint hearing with the Subcommittee on Oversight titled, \u201cFighting Obamacare Subsidy Fraud: Is the Administrative Procedure Act Working as Intended.\u201d Rep. Fitzgerald issued the following statement about the hearing:\n\n\u201cA recent GAO report showed how Obamacare subsidies are riddled with fraud. After 15 years, it\u2019s clear that Obamacare has proven to be a litany of broken promises. Premiums have skyrocketed, patient choice has been taken away, and taxpayer dollars have been wasted.\n\n\u201cDespite this, Democrats shut down the government for 43 days and demanded a massive bailout for a system and a subsidy sunset they established themselves when they passed the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022 with all Democrat votes.\n\n\u201cCongress cannot keep writing blank checks for Obamacare. It is heavily subsidized and keeps costs high. Instead, we should fix our healthcare system by passing meaningful, structural reforms.\n\n\u201cIn the Working Families Tax Cuts bill, Republicans prevented illegal aliens from receiving premium tax credits. We also removed the cap on repayments to the federal government for excessive subsidies and added stricter eligibility verification to ensure people do not receive generous subsidies before their eligibility is determined.\n\n\u201cI also support several bills that would codify important reforms, including the Trump Administration\u2019s 2019 Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Rule, and the 2018 Trump Administration Rules on Association Health Plans (AHPs) and Short-Term, Limited Duration Insurance (STLDI).\u201d\n\nWatch Congressman Fitzgerald's opening statement from the hearing:\n\nBackground: This hearing examined Obamacare subsidies, including the enhanced temporary subsidies implemented by Democrats and the Biden Administration during the COVID-19 pandemic, which are set to expire at the end of this year. The hearing also reviewed how the subsidies inflate healthcare costs and create an environment ripe for waste, fraud, and abuse. In addition, the hearing highlighted how the Trump Administration has pursued commonsense reforms to address these issues and explored solutions to address rising healthcare costs.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-votes-pass-fy26-national-defense-authorization-act", "Rep. Fitzgerald Votes to Pass FY26 National Defense Authorization Act", "2025-12-10", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass S. 1071, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.\n\n\u201cI was proud to vote for the FY26 NDAA as it advances President Trump\u2019s mission to keep America strong, secure, and dominant on the world stage. The bill accomplishes this by strengthening border security, accelerating next-generation military technologies, and investing in the ships, aircraft, and munitions needed to maintain American dominance. Most importantly, it puts our servicemembers first by authorizing a 3.8% pay raise and includes support for their families.\n\n\u201cThis legislation also codifies fifteen executive orders issued by President Trump and incorporates over thirty of his legislative priorities. These include declaring a national emergency at the southern border, eliminating DEI initiatives within the Department of War, and revising the National Missile Defense Policy to reflect the Golden Dome for America Policy. The FY26 NDAA is the kind of focused, no-nonsense policy that our nation deserves.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/media-advisory-chairman-johnson-to-hold-hearing-defining-our-healthcare-problem-and-principles-we-should-follow-to-solve-it", "***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Chairman Johnson to Hold Hearing: Defining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve it", "2025-12-09", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, will hold a hearing entitled \u201cDefining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve It.\u201d The hearing will examine the systemic problems in our health care system that have contributed to rising costs and pervasive fraud.\n\nWHAT: The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations will hear from six witnesses.\n\nWHEN: Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET\n\nWHERE: Dirksen Senate Office Building, SD-342\n\nWATCH: The hearing will be livestreamed on Sen. Johnson\u2019s X account, Rumble, and Subcommittee\u2019s website.\n\nWITNESSES:\n\nChristopher Briggs\n\nVictim of Obamacare\n\nNick Stehle\n\nVictim of Obamacare\n\nJoel White\n\nPresident, Council for Affordable Health Coverage\n\nTarren Bragdon\n\nPresident and Chief Executive Officer, Foundation for Government Accountability\n\nDan Jacobs\n\nSmall Business Owner and ACA Marketplace Enrollee\n\nAaron Lehman\n\nFarmer and ACA Marketplace Enrollee\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/video-release-sen-johnson-on-squawk-box-we-can-t-continue-to-throw-money-at-a-completely-failed-system", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson on Squawk Box: \u201cWe Can\u2019t Continue to Throw Money at a Completely Failed System\u201d", "2025-12-09", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined CNBC\u2019s \u201cSquawk Box\u201d to discuss how Obamacare continues to fail the people that Democrats promised it would help and why the system must return to a consumer-driven market. \u201cSocialism might sound appealing, but it destroys economies. We\u2019re $38 trillion in debt \u2014 we can\u2019t keep pouring money into a failed system that perpetuates fraud,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\n\u201cI'm trying to show my Senate colleagues how you go through the problem-solving process. We had an earlier hearing, it was titled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare,\u201d which would really take the first step in solving the problem, which is admitting you have one. Now, the problem we have is that Democrats are literally not admitting they have a problem,\u201d Sen. Johnson continued. \u201cThis hearing is really all about the next step: you have to properly define the problem, and you have to establish principles on how you're going to solve that problem.\u201d\n\n\u201cI'm willing to help people, but I'm not willing to perpetuate $20 to $30 billion per year in fraud and just look the other way,\u201d Sen. Johnson concluded.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:09:11Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/09/2025-12-media-advisory-chairman-johnson-to-hold-hearing-defining-our-healthcare-problem-and-principles-we-should-follow-to-solve-it/", "***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Chairman Johnson to Hold Hearing: Defining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve it", "2025-12-09", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, will hold a hearing entitled \u201cDefining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve It.\u201d The hearing will examine the systemic problems in our health care system that have contributed to rising costs and pervasive fraud.\n\nWHAT: The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations will hear from six witnesses.\n\nWHEN: Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET\n\nWHERE: Dirksen Senate Office Building, SD-342\n\nWATCH: The hearing will be livestreamed on Sen. Johnson\u2019s X account, Rumble, and Subcommittee\u2019s website.\n\nWITNESSES:\n\nChristopher Briggs\n\nVictim of Obamacare\n\nNick Stehle\n\nVictim of Obamacare\n\nJoel White\n\nPresident, Council for Affordable Health Coverage\n\nTarren Bragdon\n\nPresident and Chief Executive Officer, Foundation for Government Accountability\n\nDan Jacobs\n\nSmall Business Owner and ACA Marketplace Enrollee\n\nAaron Lehman\n\nFarmer and ACA Marketplace Enrollee\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/12/09/2025-12-video-release-sen-johnson-on-squawk-box-we-can-t-continue-to-throw-money-at-a-completely-failed-system/", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson on Squawk Box: \u201cWe Can\u2019t Continue to Throw Money at a Completely Failed System\u201d", "2025-12-09", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined CNBC\u2019s \u201cSquawk Box\u201d to discuss how Obamacare continues to fail the people that Democrats promised it would help and why the system must return to a consumer-driven market. \u201cSocialism might sound appealing, but it destroys economies. We\u2019re $38 trillion in debt \u2014 we can\u2019t keep pouring money into a failed system that perpetuates fraud,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m trying to show my Senate colleagues how you go through the problem-solving process. We had an earlier hearing, it was titled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare,\u201d which would really take the first step in solving the problem, which is admitting you have one. Now, the problem we have is that Democrats are literally not admitting they have a problem,\u201d Sen. Johnson continued. \u201cThis hearing is really all about the next step: you have to properly define the problem, and you have to establish principles on how you\u2019re going to solve that problem.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:39Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tiffany-calls-governor-evers-release-wisconsins-food-stamp-files-usda", "Rep. Tiffany Calls on Governor Evers to Release Wisconsin\u2019s Food Stamp Files to the USDA", "2025-12-04", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) sent a letter to Governor Tony Evers urging him to release Wisconsin\u2019s food stamp data to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Vulnerable Wisconsinites are at risk of losing benefits because the Evers administration continues to block the federal government from conducting food stamp fraud checks.\n\nUSDA audits in states that have submitted their data have already identified significant issues, including 186,000 deceased individuals receiving food stamps and 500,000 people receiving benefits more than once.\n\nIn the letter, Rep. Tiffany stated, \"Like many Wisconsin residents, I was disappointed by your recent public statements ruling out cooperation with the federal government to detect fraud in the food stamp program. We should all be able to agree that fraud and abuse in vital safety net programs is unacceptable, which is why I hope you will reconsider your position.\"\n\n\"Your position on this matter is even more shocking given recent developments in our neighboring state of Minnesota. There, the governor\u2019s mismanagement and lack of transparency in food security programs have led to multiple investigations of a taxpayer-funded fraud scheme totaling a staggering $1 billion that allegedly involved Somalian terrorists,\" Tiffany continued.\n\n\"Failure to police abuse in this program jeopardizes its solvency and integrity, harming those the most who can afford it least. By withholding this information, you are effectively prioritizing the ability of scammers and illegal aliens to bilk this program over the well-being of the most vulnerable Wisconsinites that it exists to serve. This makes no sense. I strongly urge you to cooperate with the USDA audit,\" Tiffany concluded.\n\nYou can read a full copy of Rep. Tiffany\u2019s letter here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-introduces-nonpartisan-legislation-to-cut-red-tape-streamline-environmental-projects", "Steil Introduces Nonpartisan Legislation to Cut Red Tape, Streamline Environmental Projects", "2025-12-03", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) joined his colleagues Representatives Troy Downing (MT-02), Janelle Bynum (OR-02), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) in introducing the Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act. This bill reduces administrative barrier for ecosystem restoration projects in regulated floodplains, speeding up development time and reducing regulatory costs.\n\n\u201cBureaucratic red tape should not stall common sense conservation projects,\u201d said Steil. \u201cThe Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act eases administrative burdens and empowers Wisconsin communities to make our waterways healthier, strengthen our resilience to floods, and enhance ecosystems across the nation. I'm proud to help lead the effort to ensure Wisconsin\u2019s conservation projects are completed on time, strengthening our environment and reducing flood risks in our community.\u201d\n\n\u201cFEMA\u2019s No-Rise Rule is hindering conservation efforts across the state of Montana and across the country,\u201d said Downing. \u201cMy bipartisan legislation cuts this burdensome red tape, empowering locally supported conservation and restoration projects. I appreciate my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for joining me in this common sense measure to right size regulation for American conservation.\u201d\n\n\u201cEnvironmental restoration projects across Oregon \u2013 and the country \u2013 are being held up by unnecessary red tape when they don\u2019t need to be,\u201d said Bynum. \u201cIt\u2019s resulting in canceled projects and costing our communities thousands of dollars. I\u2019m thankful to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for partnering with me on this important legislation that will protect our communities, restore our environment, and remove barriers to progress.\u201d\n\n\"Floodplain restoration projects reduce flood risks and provide many other public benefits,\" said Wisconsin Wetlands Association Executive Director Tracy Hames. \"Despite this, many obstacles impede wetland, stream, and floodplain restoration within FEMA-mapped areas. Addressing the regulatory barriers is a crucial first step to bringing back the water-managing functions of Wisconsin's floodplains. We appreciate the leadership of Congressman Steil and other congressional delegates to advance this commonsense approach.\"", 1, "2026-04-28T06:05:12Z", "2026-04-28T06:07:17Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tiffany-reintroduces-bill-give-state-and-local-governments-final-say-over", "Rep. Tiffany Reintroduces Bill to Give State and Local Governments Final Say Over Refugee Resettlement", "2025-12-03", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, Rep. Tom Tiffany (WI-07), joined by Reps. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Tony Wied (WI-08), Andy Ogles (TN-05), and Lance Gooden (TX-05), introduced legislation that would give state and local governments the authority to block federal refugee resettlement. The Community Assent for Refugee Entry (CARE) Act would bar refugee resettlement in any state or locality that takes legislative or executive action formally disapproving the resettlement within their jurisdiction.\n\nThis legislation would bring transparency to communities across America and in Wisconsin. You may remember last year, residents in the Chippewa Valley were kept in the dark about the resettlement of refugees from African nations. This bill will give local jurisdictions, governors, and state legislatures the final word in planned resettlements.\n\n\"America is generous, but no community should be blindsided or have its resources stretched thin because the federal government made the decision for them to resettle refugees. This commonsense legislation ensures that the people most affected have the final say in the refugee resettlement process now and into the future,\" said Congressman Tiffany.\n\n\"Local communities deserve to have a say about what takes place in their own backyards,\" said Congressman Wied. \"In the past, when communities in Wisconsin objected to the federal government resettling refugees in their neighborhoods, they were ignored. The CARE Act guarantees that won\u2019t happen again.\"\n\nThe full text of the CARE Act can be found here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/dump-red-tape-act-passes-house-bipartisan-support", "DUMP Red Tape Act Passes House with Bipartisan Support", "2025-12-03", "2025", "2025-12", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2014 Today, the House of Representatives voted to pass Congressman Tony Wied\u2019s legislation, the Destroying Unnecessary, Misaligned, and Prohibitive (DUMP) Red Tape Act.\n\n\u201cSmall businesses are the backbone of our economy, but they often lack the time and resources to navigate complex regulatory frameworks,\u201d said Congressman Wied. \u201cAs a former small business owner, I know firsthand how burdensome regulations can make it harder for businesses to operate and turn a profit. I\u2019m very proud to see the House pass my bill, the DUMP Red Tape Act, to give small business owners a direct line to make their voices heard, report unnecessary regulations, and ensure those complaints are documented and reviewed so Congress can take action.\u201d\n\nThe DUMP Red Tape Act will create a dedicated hotline for small business owners to report overly burdensome or unnecessary federal regulations to the Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Advocacy.\n\nBackground: During the last four years, the United States saw an unprecedented surge in federal regulations instituted under the Biden Administration. A 2024 report by the House Committee on Oversight found that the Biden Administration added an astonishing $1.7 trillion in new regulatory costs during their time in office. This added over 300 million regulatory paperwork hours, created unnecessary hurdles for small business owners to overcome, and made it more difficult to maintain and grow their businesses. The Trump Administration and House Republicans are committed to working to remove red tape and ease the burden on small businesses and consumers.\n\nThe DUMP Red Tape Act directs the Chief Counsel for Advocacy at the Small Business Administration (SBA) to create a \u201cRed Tape Hotline,\u201d that will be accessible via email, web form, or phone. The \u201cRed Tape Hotline\u201d will provide annual reports to Congress detailing frequently cited problematic rules, affected industries and geographic regions, recommendations for agency reform, and actions taken by the Chief Counsel to alleviate these obstacles.", 1, "2026-04-18T05:35:53Z", "2026-04-18T05:37:16Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-presents-burlington-nurse-with-health-care-worker-of-the-year-award", "Steil Presents Burlington Nurse with Health Care Worker of the Year Award", "2025-11-25", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Elkhorn, WI \u2013 Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) presented Sam Porter, a nurse at Aurora St. Luke\u2019s Hospital and Aurora Lakeland Medical Center, with Wisconsin\u2019s First Congressional District\u2019s 2025 Health Care Worker of the Year Award.\n\n\u201cHealth care professionals serve on the front lines. Our community is especially thankful to Samantha Porter for her dedication to helping others, both inside and outside of the emergency department. Her selflessness, compassion, and commitment to putting her patients\u2019 needs first should be commended. Congratulations, Samantha.\u201d\n\n(Pictured: Theresa Porter, Healthcare Worker of the Year Sam Porter, Congressman Bryan Steil, Joan Yunker, and Sean Yunker)\n\nSteil presented the 2025 Health Care Worker of the Year Award to Sam Porter, an Emergency Department Nurse at Aurora St. Luke\u2019s Hospital and at Aurora Lakeland Medical Center. Samantha was nominated for her commitment to providing life-saving and compassionate care to every patient she serves.", 1, "2026-04-16T05:48:36Z", "2026-04-16T05:50:08Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/fitzgerald-leads-wi-house-delegation-remembrance-waukesha-christmas-parade", "Fitzgerald Leads WI House Delegation in Remembrance of Waukesha Christmas Parade Victims & Introduces Bill to Keep Violent Offenders Off Our Streets", "2025-11-21", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) led the entire Wisconsin House delegation in reintroducing a bipartisan House Resolution honoring the victims of the devastating attack on the Waukesha Christmas Parade in 2021. Congressman Fitzgerald also introduced the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, legislation aimed at combating radical bail policies by subjecting bail bonds to insurance fraud laws.\n\n\u201cFour years ago, during Waukesha\u2019s 58th annual Christmas parade, a horrific act of violence took the lives of six innocent people: Wilhelm Hospel, Virginia Sorenson, LeAnna Owen, Tamara Durand, Jane Kulich and Jackson Sparks,\u201d said Congressman Scott Fitzgerald. \u201cToday, it was an honor to introduce a resolution alongside my colleagues in Wisconsin\u2019s House delegation to honor their memory and recognize the resilience the community of Waukesha has shown in the years since this tragedy. Through a mural, a statue, and a soon-to-be-unveiled sculpture, Waukesha has preserved the legacy of those who are no longer with us, while offering hope as healing continues.\u201d\n\nRead the House Resolution text here.\n\nCongressman Fitzgerald\u2019s bill, the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, would bring transparency and accountability to charitable bail funds by requiring them to comply with federal insurance fraud laws and background check requirements.\n\n\u201cI introduced the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act with the tragic incident that happened in Waukesha in mind. For too long, weak and radical bail policies have allowed left-wing groups to aggressively solicit funds to pay bail with little regard to the criminal histories of those they\u2019re putting back on the streets,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cThis legislation strengthens accountability in the bail process and helps ensure violent criminals are not released because of soft-on-crime policies. We must do everything we can to make sure that what happened at the Waukesha Christmas parade in 2021 never happens again. We will never forget the six lives lost that day.\u201d\n\nRead the bill text here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/sen-johnson-joins-sens-rick-scott-mike-lee-in-resolution-slamming-wasteful-earmark-spending", "Sen. Johnson Joins Sens. Rick Scott, Mike Lee in Resolution Slamming Wasteful Earmark Spending", "2025-11-21", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Senators Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) in introducing a resolution opposing reckless spending in Congress.\n\nThis resolution \u201caffirms the need for Congress to reign in overspending to help curb the inflation crisis that is crippling the families of the United States,\u201d the senators wrote.\n\n\u201cAs Senator Tom Coburn used to say, earmarks are the gateway drug to continued massive deficit spending and the mortgaging of our children\u2019s future. Our nation is $38 trillion in debt \u2014 America cannot afford irresponsible spending habits. The root cause of so many of our problems is the size, scope, and cost of the federal government. Eliminating earmarks is a step in the right direction,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\nFull text of the resolution can be foundhere.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/21/2025-11-sen-johnson-joins-sens-rick-scott-mike-lee-in-resolution-slamming-wasteful-earmark-spending/", "Sen. Johnson Joins Sens. Rick Scott, Mike Lee in Resolution Slamming Wasteful Earmark Spending", "2025-11-21", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Senators Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) in introducing a resolution opposing reckless spending in Congress.\n\nThis resolution \u201caffirms the need for Congress to reign in overspending to help curb the inflation crisis that is crippling the families of the United States,\u201d the senators wrote.\n\n\u201cAs Senator Tom Coburn used to say, earmarks are the gateway drug to continued massive deficit spending and the mortgaging of our children\u2019s future. Our nation is $38 trillion in debt \u2014 America cannot afford irresponsible spending habits. The root cause of so many of our problems is the size, scope, and cost of the federal government. Eliminating earmarks is a step in the right direction,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\nFull text of the resolution can be foundhere.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:22Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-introduces-legislation-rename-marshfield-post-office-after", "Tiffany Introduces Legislation to Rename Marshfield Post Office After Distinguished Army Veteran", "2025-11-19", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Yesterday, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) introduced legislation to honor the service and sacrifice of Army Corporal Gordon \u201cGordy\u201d Richard Schmoll by renaming the United States Post Office in Marshfield as the \"Army Corporal Gordon 'Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building.\" For gallantry in World War II, Gordy was awarded the Victory Medal, two bronze battle stars, and a Purple Heart.\n\n\"Corporal Schmoll devoted his life to what he cherished most: his family, his faith, and his country, serving in World War II,\" said Congressman Tiffany. \"His legacy will be forever remembered amongst the Marshfield community with this postal renaming.\"\n\nH.R. 6119 would rename the United States Post Office located at 202 South Chestnut Avenue in Marshfield, Wisconsin, as the \"Army Corporal Gordon 'Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building.\" Army Corporal Schmoll, a Marshfield native, entered the United States Army in 1943 and served in France and Germany during World War II. Among the honors he received were the Victory Medal and two bronze battle stars on the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon, along with the Purple Heart Medal for wounds received in combat. He carried out his duties until his honorable discharge on January 10, 1946, when he returned to Marshfield. Gordy was also a member of VFW Post 1866. On February 23, 2013, he passed away at age of 89.\n\nRepresentatives Bryan Steil (WI-01), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Gwen Moore (WI-04), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), and Tony Wied (WI-08) are original cosponsors of H.R. 6119.\n\nRep. Tiffany\u2019s Marshfield Post Office renaming bill text can be found here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wieds-statement-voting-release-epstein-files", "Rep. Wied's Statement on Voting to Release the Epstein Files", "2025-11-19", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after he voted to release the Epstein Files.\n\n\u201cToday, I was proud to vote in favor of releasing the Epstein files in full. While I had already taken direct action to ensure the House Committee on Oversight continued investigating and releasing previously sealed documents by voting to pass H. Res. 668 on September 3rd, it was clear the American people believed more needed to be done. With this vote, the House, under the Trump Administration, has shown the American people the transparency they deserve \u2014 something they did not see when Democrats had full control of the government under the Biden Administration.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgeralds-ndo-fairness-act-and-law-enforcement-innovate-de-escalate-act", "Rep. Fitzgerald's NDO Fairness Act and Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act Pass House Judiciary Committee", "2025-11-18", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after the House Judiciary Committee passed two bills he introduced, the NDO Fairness Act and the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act of 2025.\n\nNDO Fairness Act\n\n\u201cThe federal government should not be able to pull the personal data of individuals under investigation and then hide that fact indefinitely,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cThe NDO Fairness Act puts guardrails in place to restore transparency, reinforce constitutional rights, and end this pattern of surveillance overreach. I thank Chairman Jordan for bringing this bill before the Committee, especially with the recent revelation that Special Counsel, Jack Smith, sought and obtained cell phone records of Members of Congress, and then prevented notification of that search through a non-disclosure order.\u201d\n\nBackground: The NDO Fairness Act reins in prosecutorial abuse and executive branch overreach by strengthening the standards prosecutors must meet when seeking to place non-disclosure orders (NDOs) on service providers. This bill will prevent federal prosecutors from using indefinite and often boilerplate secrecy orders to access third-party communications data. It will also ensure an individual is notified within 90 days when their data was searched and allow that individual to request a copy of any information disclosed.\n\nLaw-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act of 2025\n\n\u201cLaw enforcement depends on effective less-than-lethal tools to respond safely in unpredictable situations,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cAs technology advances, our laws need to keep pace so departments can access equipment that helps protect officers and the public. The Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act makes that possible, and I\u2019m proud to see it moving forward.\u201d\n\nBackground: This legislation modernizes the Gun Control Act of 1968 (GCA) by excluding \u201cless-than-lethal projectile devices\u201d from its definition of the term \u201cfirearm.\u201d Under the current reading of the GCA, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) considers new models of less-than-lethal equipment, such as TASER devices, to be classified as firearms due to the way an object is propelled, although they do not carry a substantial risk of serious injury or death. The current classification has made procurement of these devices, critical for self-defense and de-escalation, difficult for law enforcement. This also leads to the misclassification of police officers' use of force, as the use of any firearm is considered \u201cdeadly force\u201d by a majority of states.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-statement-vote-release-epstein-files", "Tiffany Statement on Vote to Release the Epstein Files", "2025-11-18", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which passed the House with bipartisan support.\n\n\"I have consistently said that, regardless of the issue, the American people deserve full transparency. Only through complete transparency can we restore trust in our institutions. For years under President Biden, Democrats kept these files sealed, and today, I voted to release the Epstein files and give the American people the sunlight they deserve.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-house-vote-release-epstein-files", "Van Orden Statement on the House Vote to Release the Epstein Files", "2025-11-18", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) issued the following statement after voting to release the Jeffrey Epstein files:\n\n\u201cToday, the House took a necessary step toward full accountability. I voted to release the Epstein files because the American people deserve the truth. From day one, I\u2019ve been clear: anyone who abuses a child should face the ultimate punishment. I have pushed from the very beginning for these files to be made public.\n\nHouse Republicans have led this investigation at every turn. We have released more than 60,000 pages of documents, made the Barr deposition public, and issued subpoenas to the Justice Department, Bill and Hillary Clinton, the Epstein Estate, and Ghislaine Maxwell.\n\nDemocrats spent years obstructing transparency and protecting those within their own ranks who maintained relationships with a convicted sex offender. Their conduct, including exploiting victims\u2019 trauma to distract from their reckless 43-day government shutdown, has been disgraceful.\n\nMy vote today was straightforward: no more secrets, no more excuses, and no more protecting predators. The American people will finally see the truth and accountability will follow.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-announces-november-telephone-town-hall", "Steil Announces November Telephone\u00a0Town\u00a0Hall", "2025-11-14", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Janesville, WI \u2013 Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will be holding a telephone town hall on Monday, November 17, at 12:00 p.m. CT. Congressman Steil has held numerous in-person listening sessions this year across the 1st District, including in Beloit, Bristol, Elkhorn, Janesville, and Mount Pleasant. This is Congressman Steil\u2019s ninth telephone town hall of the year.\n\n\u201cOne of my top priorities is to be available and accessible to Wisconsin families,\u201d said Steil. \u201cI look forward to hearing from residents about the challenges they are facing, discussing recent events in Washington, and having a productive conversation about how we can move our nation forward.\u201d\n\nResidents of the 1st Congressional District can sign up for Congressman Steil\u2019s telephone town hall by going to Steil.house.gov/live or calling his office at (608) 752-4050.", 1, "2026-04-14T05:46:13Z", "2026-04-14T05:48:07Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-votes-to-end-shutdown-calls-to-reform-process", "Steil Votes to End Shutdown, Calls to Reform Process", "2025-11-14", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. (November 14, 2025) \u2013 Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) voted again to fund the federal government and end the ongoing shutdown. This action follows more than 40 days of opposition by Senate Democrats, who refused to support the clean CR passed by the House of Representatives, causing a lapse in appropriations. This was the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. After the vote, Steil issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cThere was no reason our government should have shut down in the first place. Weeks ago, I voted for legislation to fully fund SNAP, pay our service members, and reopen the federal government. Unfortunately, Democrats in the Senate fought for over a month to keep our government shut down, causing chaos for working families,\u201d said Steil. \u201cNow, Congress must act to fix the broken process and pass the Eliminate Government Shutdowns Act. We need to end the brinksmanship in Washington and remove the potential for future government shutdowns permanently.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-statement-bill-reopen-federal-government", "Tiffany Statement on Bill to Reopen the Federal Government", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026. The legislation is set to be signed into law by President Trump.\n\n\u201cThe long, nationwide nightmare of the Democrat government shutdown is finally over. More than seven weeks ago, I voted for a clean budget bill to keep the government open, pay our federal workers and military, and ensure taxpayers received their benefits. It\u2019s shameful that so many Democrats like Senator Baldwin put politics ahead of the American people for the sake of last week\u2019s elections, but tonight, we ended their hostage racket and delivered funding to strengthen care for veterans, support farmers, and provide stability for hardworking families.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-van-orden-statement-government-reopening", "Rep. Van Orden Statement on Government Reopening", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after the federal government reopened:\n\n\u201cAfter more than 40 days of chaos caused by the Democrats\u2019 unnecessary, harmful, and utterly foolish shutdown, the federal government is finally reopening.\n\nFrom day one, House Republicans did our job. We passed clean, responsible funding bills to keep the government open. We voted 15 times to fund the government and keep vital programs running. Fifteen times.\n\nMeanwhile, Chuck Schumer and the Democrats refused to cooperate. They chose political theater over public service. They voted 15 times to hold the American people hostage, 15 times against mothers and children relying on WIC and SNAP, 15 times against air traffic controllers keeping our skies safe, and 15 times against federal workers just trying to do their jobs.\n\nAll of it, every bit of it, was to protect their bloated wish list of partisan pet projects and reckless spending. Democrats see power, we see people.\n\nThis kind of behavior is shameful. Using the American people as bargaining chips to score political points is beneath the office they hold, and the American people won\u2019t forget it.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/video-release-sen-johnson-joins-sen-rick-scott-in-senate-field-hearing-on-the-palisades-fire", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Rick Scott in Senate Field Hearing on the Palisades Fire", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) participated in a field hearing in Pacific Palisades, California held by the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging entitled, \u201cForgotten After the Flames: Stories from the Palisades Fire.\u201d U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) chaired the hearing.\n\nThe hearing is part of the senators\u2019 ongoing efforts to examine the deadly Palisades wildfire in Los Angeles that resulted in billions of dollars in property damage and the tragic loss of life. The senators heard from survivors, local leaders, and advocates who described the challenges that the aging community faced in preparing for, evacuating from, and recovering after the deadly fire \u2014 and how they continue to access resources nearly a year later.\n\nThe senators examined government failures in preparedness and response and emphasized the urgent need for accountability and reforms to ensure that seniors and other vulnerable populations are not overlooked in future disaster recovery efforts.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/13/2025-11-video-release-sen-johnson-joins-sen-rick-scott-in-senate-field-hearing-on-the-palisades-fire/", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Rick Scott in Senate Field Hearing on the Palisades Fire", "2025-11-13", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) participated in a field hearing in Pacific Palisades, California held by the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging entitled, \u201cForgotten After the Flames: Stories from the Palisades Fire.\u201d U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) chaired the hearing.\n\nThe hearing is part of the senators\u2019 ongoing efforts to examine the deadly Palisades wildfire in Los Angeles that resulted in billions of dollars in property damage and the tragic loss of life. The senators heard from survivors, local leaders, and advocates who described the challenges that the aging community faced in preparing for, evacuating from, and recovering after the deadly fire \u2014 and how they continue to access resources nearly a year later.\n\nThe senators examined government failures in preparedness and response and emphasized the urgent need for accountability and reforms to ensure that seniors and other vulnerable populations are not overlooked in future disaster recovery efforts.", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:22Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-votes-reopen-government-after-senseless-democrat-shutdown", "Rep. Fitzgerald Votes to Reopen Government After Senseless Democrat Shutdown", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5371, legislation to end the government shutdown.\n\n\u201cI was never in favor of this shutdown. Back in September, I voted to responsibly fund the government, including support for SNAP, our military, and our air traffic controllers, without partisan provisions. House Republicans advanced that clean funding bill, but Senate Democrats voted against it 14 times, prolonging a shutdown that never should have happened.\n\n\u201cAfter more than forty days of avoidable disruption, this agreement finally reopens the government and provides stability for American families, our military, air traffic controllers, farmers, and the broader economy. It provides resources for veterans\u2019 benefits, as well as housing and vital programs supporting our service members and their families. It also makes critical investments in America\u2019s rural communities, supporting our farmers and ranchers, and ensuring our food supply remains strong.\n\n\u201cI am especially encouraged that this agreement to reopen the government does not include an extension of Obamacare subsidies. These temporary handouts were never meant to be permanent, and they place an unnecessary burden on taxpayers. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has said that, with the deal in place, the Senate will hold a separate vote on the subsidies, which is the correct approach. Keeping this debate out of the funding bill is a win for taxpayers and creates an opportunity for meaningful discussions and a plan to reform the system in a way that is more accountable and sustainable.\n\n\u201cWisconsinites deserve leadership that puts them first. The Democrat shutdown accomplished nothing but uncertainty for taxpayers.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4924", "Grothman Issues Statement on Reopening of Government Following Needless Shutdown", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Glenn Grothman", "G000576", "grothman.house.gov", "grothman", "https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "\u201cI\u2019m glad Speaker Mike Johnson, Leader Thune, and President Trump prevailed in reopening the government,\u201d said Congressman Grothman. \u201cIt\u2019s disappointing that Senate Democrats dragged the American people through weeks of uncertainty only to accept the same deal that was available before the shutdown.\n\n\u201cFor 43 days, families and federal workers were used as political leverage to appease the radical wing of their party. This reckless approach put critical programs and hard-working Americans at risk for no reason. As we look ahead to January 31, I hope Democrat leadership will put governing ahead of political games so we can provide stability for the American people.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-07T15:46:19Z", "2026-04-07T20:18:39Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/wieds-statement-after-ending-democrats-shutdown", "Wied's Statement After Ending the Democrats' Shutdown", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after he voted to end the Democrats' shutdown after 43 days.\n\n\u201cTonight, I voted to end the Democrats\u2019 shutdown and reopen the government. After 43 long days, this vote ensures our service members and federal workers finally get paid, and that we resume critical services for our farmers and struggling American families. Despite constant attempts by Democrats, including Senator Baldwin, to stand in the way and prolong the suffering of Americans, House Republicans got the job done. I look forward to getting back to work and continuing to deliver for hardworking Northeast Wisconsin families.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/chairmen-johnson-grassley-call-for-full-release-of-jack-smith-subpoenas", "Chairmen Johnson, Grassley Call for Full Release of Jack Smith Subpoenas", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Senate Committee on the Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) demanded that Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen elaborate on the full extent of the Biden administration\u2019s Federal Bureau of Investigation\u2019s (FBI) efforts to obtain information relating to Members of Congress during the partisan \u201cArctic Frost\u201d probe.\n\nThe chairmen\u2019s inquiry comes in light of records they received from the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) showing employees of NARA, FBI, Department of Justice (DOJ), and United States Postal Inspection Service discussing subpoenas to the three companies as they collaborated on Arctic Frost and related investigative activities. The subpoenas referenced in the NARA OIG records appear to have been served prior to Special Counsel Jack Smith\u2019s takeover of Arctic Frost. Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen have yet to produce subpoenas during the time frame referenced in the NARA OIG records.\n\nThrough whistleblower disclosures, Chairmen Johnson and Grassley have revealed that over 400 Republican organizations and individuals were targeted as part of \u201cArctic Frost,\u201d and phone records for at least 13 Members of Congress were subpoenaed, including Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-Texas) (the newest addition).\n\nThe chairmen also sent letters to Southern First Bank, Microsoft, TDS Telecommunications, and six web platforms and social media companies to determine whether they were also recipients of subpoenas issued by either Smith or the Biden DOJ before Smith became Special Counsel.\n\nA list of the senators\u2019 latest Arctic Frost letters is below:\n\nAT&T\n\nLumen\n\nVerizon\n\nMicrosoft\n\nSouthern First Bank\n\nTDS Telecommunications\n\nAlphabet Inc.\n\nApple Inc.\n\nMeta Platforms, Inc.\n\nSnap Inc.\n\nX Corp.\n\nYahoo, Inc.\n\nLearn more about Sen. Johnson\u2019s Arctic Frost oversight:\n\nOctober 30, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley, Expose \u201cArctic Frost\u201d Witch Hunt Targeting 430 Republicans\n\nOctober 14, 2025: Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Grassley in Demanding Federal Entities, Telecommunications Companies Turn Over Records Provided to Jack Smith\n\nOctober 10, 2025: Chairmen Johnson, Grassley Lead Letter to DOJ and FBI Demanding Documents Detailing the Biden Administration\u2019s Targeting of Sitting Members of Congress\n\nMay 5, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Request Biden White House and NARA Records on Politically-Motivated Investigations into President Trump\n\nApril 9, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Release Additional Arctic Frost Records Detailing Sweeping Anti-Trump Investigation\n\nMarch 14, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Release Records Showing FBI Obtained Trump, Pence Cell Phones, Conducted Sweeping Interviews to Advance Anti-Trump Arctic Frost Investigation\n\nJanuary 30, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Make Public Whistleblower Records Revealing DOJ and FBI Plot to Pin Trump in Jack Smith Elector Case\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/12/2025-11-chairmen-johnson-grassley-call-for-full-release-of-jack-smith-subpoenas/", "Chairmen Johnson, Grassley Call for Full Release of Jack Smith Subpoenas", "2025-11-12", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Senate Committee on the Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) demanded that Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen elaborate on the full extent of the Biden administration\u2019s Federal Bureau of Investigation\u2019s (FBI) efforts to obtain information relating to Members of Congress during the partisan \u201cArctic Frost\u201d probe.\n\nThe chairmen\u2019s inquiry comes in light of records they received from the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) showing employees of NARA, FBI, Department of Justice (DOJ), and United States Postal Inspection Service discussing subpoenas to the three companies as they collaborated on Arctic Frost and related investigative activities. The subpoenas referenced in the NARA OIG records appear to have been served prior to Special Counsel Jack Smith\u2019s takeover of Arctic Frost. Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen have yet to produce subpoenas during the time frame referenced in the NARA OIG records.\n\nThrough whistleblower disclosures, Chairmen Johnson and Grassley have revealed that over 400 Republican organizations and individuals were targeted as part of \u201cArctic Frost,\u201d and phone records for at least 13 Members of Congress were subpoenaed, including Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-Texas) (the newest addition).\n\nThe chairmen also sent letters to Southern First Bank, Microsoft, TDS Telecommunications, and six web platforms and social media companies to determine whether they were also recipients of subpoenas issued by either Smith or the Biden DOJ before Smith became Special Counsel.\n\nA list of the senators\u2019 latest Arctic Frost letters is below:\n\nAT&T\n\nLumen\n\nVerizon\n\nMicrosoft\n\nSouthern First Bank\n\nTDS Telecommunications\n\nAlphabet Inc.\n\nApple Inc.\n\nMeta Platforms, Inc.\n\nSnap Inc.\n\nX Corp.\n\nYahoo, Inc.\n\nLearn more about Sen. Johnson\u2019s Arctic Frost oversight:\n\nOctober 30, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley, Expose \u201cArctic Frost\u201d Witch Hunt Targeting 430 Republicans\n\nOctober 14, 2025: Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Grassley in Demanding Federal Entities, Telecommunications Companies Turn Over Records Provided to Jack Smith\n\nOctober 10, 2025: Chairmen Johnson, Grassley Lead Letter to DOJ and FBI Demanding Documents Detailing the Biden Administration\u2019s Targeting of Sitting Members of Congress\n\nMay 5, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Request Biden White House and NARA Records on Politically-Motivated Investigations into President Trump\n\nApril 9, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Release Additional Arctic Frost Records Detailing Sweeping Anti-Trump Investigation\n\nMarch 14, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Release Records Showing FBI Obtained Trump, Pence Cell Phones, Conducted Sweeping Interviews to Advance Anti-Trump Arctic Frost Investigation\n\nJanuary 30, 2025: Sens. Johnson, Grassley Make Public Whistleblower Records Revealing DOJ and FBI Plot to Pin Trump in Jack Smith Elector Case\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:22Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-wied-honors-veterans-day-stars-act", "Congressman Wied Honors Veterans Day with STARS Act", "2025-11-11", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 In honor of Veterans Day, Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) announced the introduction of the Supporting Troops\u2019 Access to Recognition Services (STARS) Act, legislation that will ensure continued in-person DEERS/RAPIDS services for those who have served our country.\n\nThis bill builds on a series of letters Congressman Wied spearheaded earlier this year, urging the Department of War to address the closure of in-person DEERS/RAPIDS sites and protect access to military ID services for veterans and their families. The STARS Act reflects his continued commitment to removing bureaucratic barriers and delivering practical solutions for those who served.\n\n\u201cOur active-duty service members and veterans risked everything for our country, and the very least we can do is make it easy for them to access their hard-earned benefits,\u201d said Congressman Wied. \u201cAs we celebrate Veterans Day, I\u2019m proud to introduce the STARS Act to ensure service members, veterans, and their families can access their benefits without unnecessary travel or delays.\u201d\n\nThe STARS Act requires the Department of War to provide in-person DEERS/RAPIDS services at least two days per week within 30 miles of a metropolitan area. Metropolitan areas are metropolitan statistical areas, as defined by the Office of Management and Budget, with a population of 300,000 people or more.\n\nBackground: Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System and Real-time Automated Personnel Identification System (DEERS/RAPIDS) IDs are vital for veterans and their beneficiaries to access the benefits they have rightfully earned. Recent years have seen the closure of many in-person processing locations across the country. While some are able to renew their IDs online, many veterans and beneficiaries who are unfamiliar with the internet, do not have access to the internet, or who have disabilities, rely on in-person processing to keep their IDs up to date. In Wisconsin\u2019s 8th District, we have seen the recent closure of the Green Bay Facility. For that reason, the closest facility is located in Appleton, Wisconsin and is staffed by a member of the Wisconsin National Guard. However, that guardsman is on temporary orders and is set to be reassigned. Without a sufficient replacement, in-person DEERS/RAPIDS processing will end in Northeast Wisconsin. This will greatly impact not only constituents in Wisconsin\u2019s 8th district, but also adjacent districts in Wisconsin and the upper peninsula of Michigan who utilize the Appleton DEERS/RAPIDS site.\n\nRep. Tom Tiffany (R-WI) is an original cosponsor of this legislation.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-wied-introduces-barns-act-protect-farmers-event-future-government", "Congressman Wied Introduces BARNS Act to Protect Farmers in the Event of a Future Government Shutdown", "2025-11-10", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 On day 41 of the government shutdown, Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) introduced legislation to ensure that the Farm Services Agency (FSA) is considered essential and remains open regardless of a lapse in federal funding.\n\n\u201cThe Farm Service Agency provides critical support to our great farmers here in Wisconsin and across the nation,\u201d said Congressman Wied. \u201cFrom disaster relief to loan programs and everything in between, the farmers who rely on these services should not be forced to suffer because politicians in Washington can\u2019t get their act together.\u201d\n\nThe Bringing Assistance to Rural Needs during Shutdowns (BARNS) Act would instruct the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to automatically consider the FSA as an essential agency and ensure those offices remain open during any future shutdown.\n\nBackground: The FSA is a subagency of the USDA that supports farms and farming communities through various programs, including disaster relief, conservation programs, commodity price guarantee programs, and loan programs \u2013 among many others. Throughout the shutdown, farmers have continuously pointed toward the closure of FSA offices as one of their top issues of uncertainty. Farms have missed determination deadlines, loan payments, and other payments due to these closures. Thankfully, the USDA resumed operations for the FSA two weeks ago. However, some offices were delayed or have yet to reopen \u2013 leaving farmers in limbo.\n\nReps. Jack Bergman (R-MI), Derek Schmidt (R-KS), Pat Harrigan (R-NC), Michael Guest (R-MS), April McClain Delaney (D-MD), and Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) are original cosponsors of this legislation.\n\n\u201cFarmers deserve certainty. The Farm Service Agency (FSA) provides essential programs that keep America\u2019s farms and ranches strong. From disaster assistance to loans and market support, FSA services help farmers plan, invest, and care for their land and livestock. Even in times of disruption, the work of the FSA is critical to the stability of our agricultural community and, even more, the American food supply,\u201d said Congressman Bergman (MI-01).\n\n\u201cThe work of our farmers is both essential and precise \u2014 with harvests planned months in advance and natural disasters posing an unpredictable risk, our producers need timely, comprehensive support whether or not the government is shut down. I\u2019m proud to support the bipartisan BARNS Act and protect our farming communities. Politics should never inhibit the prosperity of American farms,\u201d said Congresswoman McClain Delaney (MD-06)\n\n\u201cOur farmers don\u2019t stop working during a shutdown, and the support systems they depend on shouldn\u2019t stop either,\u201d said Congressman Mackenzie (PA-07). \u201cFSA offices provide essential services that help family farms manage loans, respond to weather damage, and plan for the season. Keeping these doors open during any future shutdown will help ensure our agricultural communities have the certainty they deserve.\u201d\n\n\u201cWashington shutdowns shouldn't shut down the heartland. That's why I'm proud to cosponsor the BARNS Act,\u201d said Congressman Harrigan (NC-10). \u201cWhen a farmer's loan deadline hits or disaster strikes, \u201csorry, we're closed\u201d isn't an answer our rural communities can afford. Our farmers feed America 365 days a year. The least we can do is keep the Farm Service Agency doors open when they need us most.\u201d\n\nCongressman Wied is also grateful to have the support of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau and Farm Credit Cooperative Compeer Financial.\n\n\u201cWe thank Congressman Wied for his understanding of the critical role that FSA plays in the rural and farm economy. The BARNS Act will go a long way to provide the certainty rural America needs to continue operating, despite any future government shutdowns,\u201d said Jase Wagner, President & CEO of Compeer Financial", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/video-release-sen-johnson-holds-hearing-entitled-assessing-the-damage-done-by-obamacare", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson Holds Hearing Entitled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare\u201d", "2025-11-07", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, held a hearing entitled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare.\u201d The Subcommittee heard from four witnesses who discussed Obamacare\u2019s failures to lower costs and meet coverage goals.\n\nThe first witness, Joel White, explained how Obamacare\u2019s expansion of the third-party payer system has fueled insurer consolidation, reduced competition, and driven up costs.\n\nThe second witness, Tarren Bragdon, described the damage done to Medicaid and to those whom Medicaid was originally designed to help.\n\nThe third witness, Brian Blase, PhD, explained how Obamacare\u2019s complex exchanges dismantled the individual market and drove premiums and deductibles sharply higher.\n\nThe minority witness, Shana Verstegen \u2013 a fellow Wisconsinite \u2013 is a victim of Obamacare\u2019s soaring premiums and perverse incentives causing employers to drop coverage and force their employees on to the unaffordable exchanges.\n\nClips of the witnesses\u2019 testimonies can be found here.\n\nRead Chairman Johnson\u2019s opening statement here.\n\nWatch the full hearing here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/07/2025-11-video-release-sen-johnson-holds-hearing-entitled-assessing-the-damage-done-by-obamacare/", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson Holds Hearing Entitled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare\u201d", "2025-11-07", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, held a hearing entitled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare.\u201d The Subcommittee heard from four witnesses who discussed Obamacare\u2019s failures to lower costs and meet coverage goals.\n\nThe first witness, Joel White, explained how Obamacare\u2019s expansion of the third-party payer system has fueled insurer consolidation, reduced competition, and driven up costs.\n\nThe second witness, Tarren Bragdon, described the damage done to Medicaid and to those whom Medicaid was originally designed to help.\n\nThe third witness, Brian Blase, PhD, explained how Obamacare\u2019s complex exchanges dismantled the individual market and drove premiums and deductibles sharply higher.\n\nThe minority witness, Shana Verstegen \u2013 a fellow Wisconsinite \u2013 is a victim of Obamacare\u2019s soaring premiums and perverse incentives causing employers to drop coverage and force their employees on to the unaffordable exchanges.\n\nClips of the witnesses\u2019 testimonies can be found here.\n\nRead Chairman Johnson\u2019s opening statement here.\n\nWatch the full hearing here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:22Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/sen-johnson-moves-to-ensure-federal-workers-are-paid-during-government-shutdown", "Sen. Johnson Moves to Ensure Federal Workers are Paid During Government Shutdown", "2025-11-06", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown.\n\n\u201cRight now, I'd be willing to add furloughed workers because we're going to pay them anyway [\u2026] Would you take my bill, add furloughed workers, say it\u2019s a done deal? Is that something you\u2019d accept here today?\u201d Sen. Johnson said to Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) during his floor speech on October 23, 2025.\n\nSen. Johnson was joined by U.S. Senators Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and Rick Scott (R-Fla.).\n\nSen. Johnson's Shutdown Fairness Act has been endorsed by\n\nThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE)\n\nThe National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA)\n\nNational Association of Letter Carriers\n\nNational Association of Retired and Federal Employees\n\nThe Federal Managers Association\n\nThe Association of Flight Attendants-CWA\n\nThe Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA)\n\nThe International Association of Fire Fighters\n\nThe Council of Prison Locals 33 (CPL-33)\n\nThe National Treasury Employees Union\n\nSouthwest Airlines Pilots Association\n\nCoalition of Airline Pilots Association\n\nNetJets Association of Shared Aircraft Pilots\n\nTransport Workers Union\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s full floor speech can be found here.\n\nFull text of the amendment can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/06/2025-11-sen-johnson-moves-to-ensure-federal-workers-are-paid-during-government-shutdown/", "Sen. Johnson Moves to Ensure Federal Workers are Paid During Government Shutdown", "2025-11-06", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown.\n\n\u201cRight now, I\u2019d be willing to add furloughed workers because we\u2019re going to pay them anyway [\u2026] Would you take my bill, add furloughed workers, say it\u2019s a done deal? Is that something you\u2019d accept here today?\u201d Sen. Johnson said to Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) during his floor speech on October 23, 2025.\n\nSen. Johnson was joined by U.S. Senators Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and Rick Scott (R-Fla.).\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s Shutdown Fairness Act has been endorsed by\n\nThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE)\n\nThe National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA)\n\nNational Association of Letter Carriers\n\nNational Association of Retired and Federal Employees\n\nThe Federal Managers Association\n\nThe Association of Flight Attendants-CWA\n\nThe Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA)\n\nThe International Association of Fire Fighters\n\nThe Council of Prison Locals 33 (CPL-33)\n\nThe National Treasury Employees Union\n\nSouthwest Airlines Pilots Association\n\nCoalition of Airline Pilots Association\n\nNetJets Association of Shared Aircraft Pilots\n\nTransport Workers Union\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s full floor speech can be found here.\n\nFull text of the amendment can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:22Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/media-advisory-chairman-johnson-to-hold-hearing-assessing-the-damage-done-by-obamacare", "***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Chairman Johnson to Hold Hearing: Assessing the Damage Done by Obamacare", "2025-11-05", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 On Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. ET, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, will hold a hearing entitled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare.\u201d The hearing will focus on the damage done to the individual marketplace and a discussion of the larger problems of Obamacare.\n\nWHAT: The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations will hear from four witnesses.\n\nWHEN: Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. ET\n\nWHERE: Senate Dirksen Building, SD-342\n\nWATCH: The hearing will be livestreamed on X, Rumble, and The Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs website.\n\nWITNESSES:\n\nJoel White\n\nPresident, Council for Affordable Health Coverage\n\nTarren Bragdon\n\nPresident and Chief Executive Officer, Foundation for Government Accountability\n\nBrian Blase, Ph.D.\n\nPresident, Paragon Health Institute\n\nShana Verstegen\n\nSmall Business Employee and ACA Marketplace Enrollee\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/11/05/2025-11-media-advisory-chairman-johnson-to-hold-hearing-assessing-the-damage-done-by-obamacare/", "***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Chairman Johnson to Hold Hearing: Assessing the Damage Done by Obamacare", "2025-11-05", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 On Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. ET, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, will hold a hearing entitled \u201cAssessing the Damage Done by Obamacare.\u201d The hearing will focus on the damage done to the individual marketplace and a discussion of the larger problems of Obamacare.\n\nWHAT: The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations will hear from four witnesses.\n\nWHEN: Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. ET\n\nWHERE: Senate Dirksen Building, SD-342\n\nWATCH: The hearing will be livestreamed on X, Rumble, and The Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs website.\n\nWITNESSES:\n\nJoel White\n\nPresident, Council for Affordable Health Coverage\n\nTarren Bragdon\n\nPresident and Chief Executive Officer, Foundation for Government Accountability\n\nBrian Blase, Ph.D.\n\nPresident, Paragon Health Institute\n\nShana Verstegen\n\nSmall Business Employee and ACA Marketplace Enrollee\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T20:01:11Z", "2026-06-27T22:31:22Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-introduces-legislation-to-withhold-lawmaker-pay-during-shutdown", "Steil Introduces Legislation to Withhold Lawmaker Pay During Shutdown", "2025-11-04", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) joined Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) in introducing the Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act. This legislation prohibits members of Congress from collecting pay during the ongoing federal shutdown and deducts pay from members\u2019 paychecks during future shutdowns. Steil has requested his pay be withheld during the ongoing federal shutdown.\n\n\u201cThere is no reason our government should be shut down. If service members, men and women of federal law enforcement, and other essential employees are working without pay during the shutdown, members of Congress should not be paid either,\u201d said Steil. \"I\u2019ve had my pay withheld and believe every member of Congress should do the same. This legislation ensures that members of Congress are not collecting pay during the ongoing shutdown and are treated the same as every other federal employee.\u201d\n\nRead the bill HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-fitzgerald-statement-passing-his-father-longtime-wisconsin-law", "Congressman Fitzgerald Statement on the Passing of His Father, Longtime Wisconsin Law Enforcement Official Stephen Fitzgerald", "2025-11-03", "2025", "2025-11", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "OCONOMOWOC, WI \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after the passing of his father, Stephen Fitzgerald:\n\n\u201cMy father, Stephen Fitzgerald, dedicated fifty years to public service and law enforcement in Wisconsin, serving as Superintendent of the Wisconsin State Patrol, U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Wisconsin, Sheriff of Dodge County, and President of the Badger State Sheriffs\u2019 Association. His integrity, leadership, and commitment to his community set a standard for all who knew him. My brother Jeff and I are grateful for the example he set and take comfort in the lasting legacy he leaves behind.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/video-release-sens-johnson-grassley-expose-arctic-frost-witch-hunt-targeting-430-republicans", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sens. Johnson, Grassley, Expose \u201cArctic Frost\u201d Witch Hunt Targeting 430 Republicans", "2025-10-30", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) for a press conference regarding the release of 197 subpoenas issued by Special Counsel Jack Smith as part of a case against President Trump. The investigation, launched by Joe Biden\u2019s Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and codenamed \u201cArctic Frost,\u201d sought testimony, communications, and records related to at least 430 Republican individuals and entities. The subpoenas were obtained by Chairman Grassley through legally protected whistleblower disclosures.\n\n\u201cMy first point is we need more whistleblowers. We need people, men and women, inside these agencies who have integrity, who want to see the integrity and credibility of the Department of Justice, of the FBI, restored, come forward. Because right now, I think Kash Patel and Pam Bondi are overwhelmed by all the messes they're trying to clean up,\u201d Sen. Johnson stated.\n\n\u201cPeople need to understand how politicized the Biden administration turned all these agencies. And again, the best way to describe President Biden's attitude were his exact quotes, how he thought basically half of America were domestic terrorists. In September 2022, in front of Independence Hall, he said, \u2018Donald Trump and the MAGA Republicans represent an extremism that threatens the very foundation of our republic.\u2019 A year later, in New York City, \u2018Donald Trump and his MAGA Republicans are determined to destroy American democracy.\u2019 Now nothing could be further from the truth,\u201d Sen. Johnson continued.\n\n\u201cThe American people need to understand exactly what happened. And again, I'm calling on members of the Judiciary Committee to help Senator Grassley and myself get to the bottom of this so we can expose this. So this doesn't happen again in America,\u201d Sen. Johnson concluded.\n\nSen. Johnson\u2019s remarks can be found here. Watch the full press conference here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/sen-johnson-releases-statement-on-confirmation-of-rebecca-taibleson-to-the-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-seventh-circuit", "Sen. Johnson Releases Statement on Confirmation of Rebecca Taibleson to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit", "2025-10-27", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement on the confirmation of Rebecca Taibleson to be a United States Circuit Judge for the Seventh Circuit.\n\n\u201cCongratulations to Rebecca Taibleson on her confirmation to serve on the U.S. Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. I am confident that she will be a valuable addition to the Seventh Circuit, given her strong commitment to the Constitution and her dedication to applying the law as written. Thank you to President Trump and my colleagues for supporting her nomination,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-us-argentina-beef-trade", "Van Orden Statement on U.S.\u2013Argentina Beef Trade", "2025-10-24", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Derrick Van Orden issued the following statement in response to unconfirmed reports that the Trump administration plans to quadruple Argentine beef imports into the United States:\n\n\u201cWisconsin farmers and ranchers raise some of the best beef in the world. Flooding our markets with foreign beef from Argentina would undercut the hardworking men and women who put food on America\u2019s tables.\n\nI understand the importance of keeping Argentina out of China\u2019s sphere of influence, but we cannot do it at the expense of our own producers. American food security is national security. The focus should be on investing in efforts to strengthen and expand domestic beef production \u2014 that\u2019s the right approach for America\u2019s farmers and consumers alike.\n\nThat\u2019s why I am encouraged by the plan announced by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler. Their plan strengthens the American beef industry by reinforcing and prioritizing the American rancher\u2019s critical role in the national security of the United States.\n\nFood security is national security. I stand with this administration and will work in Congress to advance the mission to ensure we are investing in our agricultural markets to support America\u2019s farmers and protect our domestic supply chain.\u201d\n\nTo view the interagency plan, please click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wied-introduces-legislation-rename-waupaca-post-office-after-local-wwii", "Rep. Wied Introduces Legislation to Rename Waupaca Post Office after Local WWII & Korean War Hero", "2025-10-24", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Tony Wied introduced legislation to rename a post office in Waupaca County after local World War II and Korean War hero Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich.\n\n\u201cMaster Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich went above and beyond the call of duty and he represents the best of Wisconsin,\u201d said Congressman Wied. His bravery and heroism are an inspiration to us all and shows what true patriotism looks like. I am proud to introduce this legislation to rename a post office in his honor so that his story and legacy can continue to live on for generations to come.\u201d\n\nBiography: Manawa native, M/Sgt. Handrich, Company C, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action. His company was engaged in repulsing an estimated 150 enemies who were threatening to overrun its position. Near midnight on August 25th, 1950 a hostile group of over 100 strong attempted to infiltrate the company perimeter. M/Sgt. Handrich, despite the heavy enemy fire, voluntarily left the comparative safety of the defensive area and moved to a forward position where he could direct mortar and artillery fire upon the advancing enemy. He remained at this post for eight hours, directing fire against the enemy who often approached within 50 feet of his position. Again, on the morning of August 26th, another strong hostile force tried to overrun the company's position. With complete disregard for his safety, M/Sgt. Handrich rose to his feet and from this exposed position fired his rifle and directed mortar and artillery fire on the attackers. At the peak of this action, he observed elements of his company preparing to withdraw. He perilously made his way across fire-swept terrain to the defense area where, by example and forceful leadership, he reorganized the men to continue the fight. During the action M/Sgt. Handrich was severely wounded. Refusing to take cover or be evacuated, he returned to his forward position and continued to direct the company's fire. Later a determined enemy attack overran M/Sgt. Handrich's position, and he was mortally wounded. When the position was retaken, over 70 enemy dead were counted in the area he had so intrepidly defended. M/Sgt. Handrich's sustained personal bravery, consummate courage, and gallant self-sacrifice reflect untold glory upon himself and the heroic traditions of the military service. For his heroic acts, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. He is buried at Little Wolf Cemetery in Manawa, Waupaca County, Wisconsin.\n\nThe Post Office is located at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, WI.\n\nRepresentatives Tom Tiffany (R-WI), Glenn Grothman (R-WI), Bryan Steil (R-WI), Mark Pocan (D-WI), Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI), Derrick Van Orden (R-WI), and Gwen Moore (D-WI) are original cosponsors of this legislation.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-introduces-legislation-to-address-fare-evasion-and-protect-taxpayer-dollars", "Steil\u00a0Introduces Legislation to Address Fare Evasion and Protect Taxpayer Dollars", "2025-10-23", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. (October 21, 2025) \u2013 Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) joined Congressman Scott Perry (PA-10) in introducing the No Free Rides Act to address fare issues in transit systems across the country. The No Free Rides Act ensures local transit agencies enforce fare collection.\n\nThis action follows investigative reporting that revealed Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) enacted a policy instructing drivers to not request bus fares from passengers. This policy contributed to a loss of $4 million in fare evasion and contributed to MCTS\u2019s $10 million operating deficit. Under the bill, local transit agencies can adjust fare policies to meet new federal grant requirements.\n\n\u201cFederal funds are intended to strengthen and sustain public transportation, not give free rides to people who cheat the system,\u201d said Steil. \u201cWhether it\u2019s refusing to simply request fare from riders, or eliminating fares entirely, these policies not only push local transit agencies like MCTS toward insolvency, but are fundamentally unfair to the hardworking families who rely on public transportation, follow the rules, and pay their fares.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/sen-johnson-joins-sen-cruz-colleagues-in-effort-to-require-proof-of-citizenship-for-voter-registration", "Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Cruz, Colleagues in Effort to Require Proof of Citizenship for Voter Registration", "2025-10-23", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Eli Crane (R-Ariz.) in a bicameral comment letter in support of a petition by the America First Legal Foundation to require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.\n\n\u201cRequiring documentary proof of citizenship is a simple, common-sense reform. Just as Americans are asked to show identification for far less consequential activities\u2014boarding an airplane, opening a bank account, or even attending certain events\u2014it is entirely reasonable to require proof of citizenship to participate in our elections. This step would not burden eligible voters but would provide an essential check to ensure that only citizens are added to the voter rolls,\u201d the senators said.\n\n\u201cRequiring documentary proof of citizenship will strengthen the integrity of our elections, safeguard the voices of American citizens, and ensure that every lawful vote is protected from being diluted by unlawful ballots,\u201d the senators concluded.\n\nSens. Johnson, Cruz and Rep. Crane were joined by U.S. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Jim Banks (R-Ind.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio).\n\nFull text of the letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/video-release-sen-johnson-urges-bipartisan-action-to-advance-the-shutdown-fairness-act-and-ensure-workers-are-paid", "***VIDEO RELEASE*** Sen. Johnson Urges Bipartisan Action to Advance the Shutdown Fairness Act and Ensure Workers Are Paid", "2025-10-23", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) spoke on the Senate floor to discuss his Shutdown Fairness Act, which ensures that all federal employees reporting to work during a shutdown receive pay and allowances on a regular basis during a lapse in appropriations. He called for renewed bipartisan cooperation to demonstrate that the Senate can work as intended.\n\n\u201cI come from the private sector. You don't get a whole lot accomplished arguing all the time. It's all about finding areas of agreement. I\u2019ve got a product, you want to buy it, and we\u2019ll haggle over the price,\u201d Sen. Johnson began.\n\n\u201cThere are more than 2 million federal employees who are now being forced to work because they're termed excepted \u2014 but that means they're essential. They're protecting our nation. They're protecting our safety and security. They're writing Social Security checks. To see that they get their paycheck, so they don't have to work DoorDash, and so they don't have to go to food banks, so they're not under that stress,\u201d Sen. Johnson said. \u201cI am asking in good faith. Let's figure out how to get that done.\u201d\n\n\u201cWouldn\u2019t it be wonderful to actually see this process work in the Senate? [\u2026] Let\u2019s sit down in good faith, let\u2019s hammer out the amendments, and let\u2019s get this thing passed next week,\u201d Sen. Johnson concluded.\n\nWatch the full video here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/wisconsin-congressmen-demand-evers-dpi-provide-accountability-and-transparency", "Wisconsin Congressmen Demand Evers, DPI Provide Accountability and Transparency on Educator Sexual Misconduct Cases", "2025-10-22", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WAUSAU, WI \u2013 Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), joined by Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), and Tony Wied (WI-08), sent a letter demanding full transparency from Governor Tony Evers regarding more than 200 undisclosed cases involving Wisconsin teachers, aides, substitutes, and administrators accused of sexual misconduct and grooming behavior. This follows a report by The Capital Times, which reveals that between 2018 and 2023, under then-DPI Superintendent Tony Evers and current Superintendent Jill Underly, over 200 sexual misconduct cases were shielded from the public.\n\nAdditionally, reporting shows that when DPI was first informed of this potential misconduct by these educators, the Department devoted few resources into investigation, ultimately failing to properly track, investigate, or share information with the public. Instead, DPI allowed the accused to simply hand over their teaching license to avoid a full investigation.\n\nIn the letter, the lawmakers write to Governor Evers, \"Now, we are sure you are well aware of these investigations given that the cases all occurred under your leadership. You led the DPI as Wisconsin\u2019s Superintendent from 2009 to 2019 and, now as Governor, have had oversight over both the DPI\u2019s current Superintendent Jill Underly and DPI operations. Since you and your administration have been unwilling to disclose these investigations in the past, we are now requesting full transparency.\"\n\n\"Rather than covering up these allegations, each incident should be thoroughly investigated and, if verified, the public and the student\u2019s parents should be informed. We echo many of the same questions that members of Wisconsin State Legislature have asked in a recent letter to Superintendent Jill Underly and request that you and the Superintendent hastily answer the letter in its entirety. Our kids deserve safety. Our parents deserve transparency. Wisconsinites deserve answers,\" concluded the lawmakers.\n\nAs published in The Capital Times, records showed:\n\nA fellow educator saw a Racine teacher kissing a high school student. District administrators let the teacher resign and provided him with a neutral letter of reference.\n\nStevens Point administrators directed a teacher to stop being alone with students after they found he violated the district\u2019s sexual harassment policy. Administrators let him keep teaching, though.\n\nColleagues saw a Sheboygan special education aide kiss a fifth grader on the lips. However, school investigators determined the conduct was \"motherly.\"\n\nYou can read the full letter here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-leads-call-for-governor-to-end-opposition-to-scholarship-program", "Steil Leads Call for Governor to End Opposition to Scholarship Program", "2025-10-17", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Janesville, WI (October 16, 2025) \u2013 Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) led members of the Wisconsin congressional delegation in asking Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers to end his opposition to the new federal tax credit scholarship program. Wisconsin families need approval from Governor Evers to participate in the new program and Evers thus far refused to grant that approval.\n\nIn the letter, Steil writes, \u201cLow- and middle-income families deserve access to the same quality educational opportunities as those who are more fortunate. Denying Wisconsin families educational opportunities for the sake of partisan politics is irresponsible, unfair, and counterproductive to our shared goal of improving educational outcomes for Wisconsin students.\u201d\n\nThese funds can be used for a variety of vital educational needs, including tuition, school supplies, support services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and transportation. Opting out will mean denying Wisconsin families access to this assistance.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/wied-schrier-introduce-bipartisan-blood-centers-act", "Wied, Schrier Introduce Bipartisan BLOOD Centers Act", "2025-10-17", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) and Congresswoman Kim Schrier (D-WA) introduced bipartisan legislation to help improve the quantity of our nation\u2019s blood supply and streamline the opening of new blood centers.\n\n\u201cAt a time when our nation\u2019s blood supply has reached a critical low, we must do everything we can to cut through red tape to ensure that people who are willing to donate can do so easily and swiftly,\u201d said Congressman Wied. \u201cThat is why I am proud to introduce the bipartisan BLOOD Centers Act to expedite the ability of blood centers to open new locations and collect life-saving blood for those who need it.\u201d\n\nThe Boosting Lifesaving Operations, Opening Donation (BLOOD) Centers Act would require the FDA to establish an expedited supplemental Biologics License Application (BLA) process for blood centers with three existing BLA licenses or one or more BLA licensed location with an additional industry accreditation that exceeds FDA standards. Additionally, it requires the FDA to approve the supplemental BLA application within 30 days unless a blood center has shown a systemic failure to meet standards ensuring \u201csafety, purity, and potency\u201d of their blood products or specific concerns about the location of the supplemental application.\n\n\"As a doctor, I know that donated blood products save lives in dire situations,\" said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. \u201cRedundant regulation and red tape make it harder for blood centers to get blood products where they are needed, when they are needed. I'm proud to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan legislation to reduce unnecessary administrative hurdles without compromising patient safety.\"\n\nBackground: In recent years, we have seen blood centers, such as the Red Cross, warn of low blood supplies and urge more people to donate. Blood centers have reported an increase in donors choosing to donate at physical locations rather than mobile options, but over regulation from the FDA hinders blood centers\u2019 ability to add new physical locations. When collecting blood in a physical location by apheresis, a common method of blood collection, the FDA requires the addition of a new fixed site to their approved biologics license applications (BLA) in order to ship blood products interstate. This licensing process, which is not needed for mobile blood donation, can take over a year despite blood centers often using the same standard operating procedures, staff, and machines across their locations. This significantly hinders blood centers\u2019 ability to adjust to meet the demand from patients.\n\nCongressman Wied and Congresswoman Schrier are proud to have the support of America\u2019s Blood Centers.\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s Blood Centers applauds Rep. Wied and Rep. Schrier for introducing legislation to modernize regulations that impede patient access to life-saving blood products. Current licensure requirements impose redundant FDA reviews every time a new collection site opens, even when the same equipment, staff, and procedures are already approved and in use. By streamlining this process, this legislation will eliminate inefficiencies, help new donation sites open in a timely manner, and ensure patients have access to the safe and available blood supply they depend on,\u201d said Kate Fry, CEO of America\u2019s Blood Centers.\n\nCongressman Tom Tiffany (R-WI) is an original cosponsor of this legislation.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/sen-johnson-introduces-the-shutdown-fairness-act", "Sen. Johnson Introduces the Shutdown Fairness Act", "2025-10-17", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced the Shutdown Fairness Act to ensure that hardworking Americans are paid during government shutdowns. This legislation would appropriate funds for pay and allowances of excepted federal employees for periods of work performed during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.\n\n\u201cWith Democrats continuing the Schumer Shutdown, they should at least agree to pay all the federal employees that are forced to continue working. The 2025 Shutdown Fairness Act is a permanent fix that will ensure excepted workers and our troops are paid during a shutdown,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\nSen. Johnson was joined by U.S. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), James Risch (R-Idaho), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and Todd Young (R-Ind.).\n\nFull text of the legislation can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/entire-wisconsin-republican-congressional-delegation-leads-call-governor-end", "Entire Wisconsin Republican Congressional Delegation Leads Call for Governor to End Opposition to Scholarship Program", "2025-10-16", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Thomas P. Tiffany", "T000165", "tiffany.house.gov", "tiffany", "https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WAUSAU, WI \u2013 Today, the entire Wisconsin Republican congressional delegation, including Tom Tiffany (WI-07), sent a letter to Governor Tony Evers urging him to end his opposition to the new Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program. Wisconsin families need approval from Governor Evers to participate in the new program, and Evers thus far refused to grant that approval.\n\nIn the letter, the members of Congress write, \"Low- and middle-income families deserve access to the same quality educational opportunities as those who are more fortunate. Denying Wisconsin families educational opportunities for the sake of partisan politics is irresponsible, unfair, and counterproductive to our shared goal of improving educational outcomes for Wisconsin students.\"\n\nThese funds can be used for a variety of vital educational needs, including tuition, school supplies, support services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and transportation. Opting out will mean denying Wisconsin families access to this assistance.\n\nThe letter was also signed by Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Representatives Bryan Steil (WI-01), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), and Tony Wied (WI-08).\n\nYou can read the full letter here.\n\nBackground:\n\nOn July 4, the Working Families Tax Cut, H.R. 1, was signed into law.\n\nThis legislation, among other provisions, establishes a new federal tax credit scholarship program.\n\nThe program provides a dollar-for-dollar tax credit of up to $1,700 per taxpayer.\n\nThis new educational tax credit incentivizes charitable donations to qualified Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) for families earning up to 300% of their county\u2019s median gross income.\n\nWhile H.R.1 allows any taxpayer to donate and receive the tax credit, it requires states to opt into the program for families to be eligible for these scholarships.\n\nIn September, Governor Evers announced he would not allow Wisconsin families to take advantage of these scholarships.\n\nScholarships may be used for a variety of educational needs including tuition, tutoring, school supplies, support services for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and transportation. Opting out will mean denying Wisconsin families access to this assistance.\n\nThe program includes accountability metrics and requires SGOs to verify income eligibility.\n\nFor more information on the federal tax credit scholarship program, click here.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tony-wied-urges-state-lawmakers-return-power-local-communities", "Rep. Tony Wied Urges State Lawmakers to Return Power to Local Communities", "2025-10-15", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "DE PERE \u2014 Today, Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) sent a letter to the chairs of the Wisconsin State Legislature\u2019s committees on energy and utilities, urging swift consideration of Senate Bill 3 and Assembly Bill 7, which would rightfully restore local governments\u2019 ability to influence the siting of large-scale energy projects.\n\nIn the letter, Rep. Wied calls attention to the statutory imbalance created by 2009 Wisconsin Act 40, which significantly curtailed local input in energy development decisions. The letter urges support for legislation introduced by State Senator Howard Marklein and State Representative Travis Travel that would require approval from affected towns and counties before the PSC can proceed with any large-scale wind or solar development.\n\n\u201cThis commonsense legislation reaffirms a basic principle that should never have been compromised: communities deserve to have a say over what takes place in their own backyards,\u201d said Rep. Wied. \u201cIt\u2019s time to return power to the people in these towns and counties that have been shut out of the decision-making process for far too long.\u201d\n\nThe Congressman\u2019s letter highlights recent examples of solar and wind projects approved despite repeated objections from the very communities expected to host them. He also cited the absence of developer engagement in his own district, where Florida-based NextEra Energy Resources declined to attend a local listening session on their proposed Fox Solar project.\n\nIn addition to his outreach to state lawmakers, Rep. Wied sent a separate letter to PSC Chair Summer Strand urging the Commission to adopt reforms that prioritize community engagement and transparency.\n\n\u201cThe PSC has repeatedly ignored the voices of rural Wisconsin,\u201d said Rep. Wied. \u201cUnelected bureaucrats should never have the power to override the will of a community. If a town doesn\u2019t want its landscape transformed into an industrial corridor, the people who live there should have the final say.\u201d\n\nThe letters reflect growing frustration across rural Wisconsin, where residents feel steamrolled by centralized decision-making and corporate interests. Rep. Wied is calling on state lawmakers and regulators to act swiftly to return power to local communities and ensure that no energy project is forced on a community without its consent.\n\nRead the letter to lawmakersHERE.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-applauds-president-trump-securing-release-israeli-hostages", "Van Orden Applauds President Trump for Securing Release of Israeli Hostages", "2025-10-14", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Derrick Van Orden today released the following statement after President Donald J. Trump secured the release of all remaining living Israeli hostages held by Hamas:\n\n\u201cToday, every living Israeli hostage held by Hamas is safely home, a historic achievement made possible by President Trump\u2019s leadership. Twenty hostages will finally be reunited with their families after more than two years in captivity. To the families of those whose loved ones were taken from them by Hamas savages, may their memory be a blessing.\n\n\u201cI will always stand with Israel and the Jewish people. We must never forget the horrors of October 7, honor Israel\u2019s resilience, and remain steadfast in confronting hatred and violence across our world. President Trump\u2019s peace through strength has delivered real results and shown the world what true leadership looks like.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/sen-johnson-joins-sen-grassley-in-demanding-federal-entities-telecommunications-companies-turn-over-records-provided-to-jack-smith", "Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Grassley in Demanding Federal Entities, Telecommunications Companies Turn Over Records Provided to Jack Smith", "2025-10-14", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Last week, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) in sending letters to five federal entities and four telecommunications companies requesting they provide Congress records that were handed over to former Special Counsel Jack Smith as part of his elector case against President Trump. Smith\u2019s case began at the Biden Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) under the codename \u201cArctic Frost.\u201d\n\nThis work follows Sen. Johnson and Sen. Grassley\u2019s bicameral effort to obtain Justice Department and FBI records related to the collection of Members of Congress\u2019 phone records during Arctic Frost.\n\nThe letters that Sens. Johnson and Grassley sent to five federal entities on Oct. 10, 2025 are listed below:\n\nDepartment of Homeland Security\n\nDepartment of Defense\n\nOffice of the Director of National Intelligence\n\nNational Archives and Records Administration\n\nU.S. Attorney\u2019s Office for the District of Columbia\n\nThe Oct. 11, 2025 letters to the telecommunications companies are listed below:\n\nVerizon\n\nAT&T\n\nT-Mobile\n\nLumen\n\nAdditional co-signers of these letters include U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), John Kennedy (R-La.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), and Ashley Moody (R-Fla.), as well as Rep. Mike Kelly (R-Pa.).\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/chairmen-johnson-grassley-lead-letter-to-doj-and-fbi-demanding-documents-detailing-the-biden-administration-s-targeting-of-sitting-members-of-congress", "Chairmen Johnson, Grassley Lead Letter to DOJ and FBI Demanding Documents Detailing the Biden Administration\u2019s Targeting of Sitting Members of Congress", "2025-10-10", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Senate Committee on the Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and 16 bicameral colleagues wrote to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel requesting information about the Biden administration\u2019s collection of call logs from sitting Members of Congress (MOC).\n\nThis request follows an Oct. 6, 2025 briefing where FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino informed several senators that over the course of Jack Smith\u2019s elector case against President Trump \u2013 known as Arctic Frost \u2013 the FBI collected and analyzed call logs from at least nine MOCs for the period of Jan. 4, 2021 \u2013 Jan. 7, 2021. The image below shows part of the document that Deputy Director Bongino provided the senators during the briefing listing the elected officials that Jack Smith targeted.\n\n\u201cThe Biden administration\u2019s blatant weaponization of the federal government should shock every American,\u201d the Members wrote.\n\nToday\u2019s letter instructs the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI to turn over all records referring or relating to the collection and analysis of the call logs, including DOJ and FBI communications with personnel from the Biden White House. If these materials are subject to grand jury secrecy rules \u2013 specifically Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 6(e) \u2013 the Members requested DOJ immediately seek judicial authorization to release the requested records.\n\n\u201cGiven that these materials relate to an unprecedented collection of records and information on sitting MOCs and raise serious constitutional concerns, Congress\u2019 need for these records clearly outweighs any interest in secrecy,\u201d the Members noted.\n\nToday\u2019s letter stems from Chairmen Johnson and Grassley\u2019s ongoing work to expose the abuses of power connected to the Arctic Frost investigation, which also targeted 92 Republican organizations and individuals.\n\nSens. Johnson and Grassley were joined on the letter by all Members of Congress known to have been targeted as part of Arctic Frost, as well as all Republican members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, including: U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) and Rep. Mike Kelly (R-Pa.). Additional cosigners include U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), John Kennedy (R-La.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Ashley Moody (R-Fla.).\n\nRead more about the letter in the New York Post.\n\nFull text letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4888", "Grothman Commends President Trump for Advancing Peace and Stability in the Middle East", "2025-10-09", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Glenn Grothman", "G000576", "grothman.house.gov", "grothman", "https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) released the following statement applauding President Trump\u2019s announcement of a landmark peace deal between Israel and Hamas:\n\n\u201cI\u2019d like to congratulate President Trump for his leadership and can-do attitude in securing a historic peace agreement between Israel and Hamas,\u201d said Congressman Grothman. \u201cThis breakthrough offers real hope for lasting stability in the Middle East and brings new countries to the table that have not traditionally been part of lasting peace efforts in the region.\n\n\"It\u2019s especially meaningful that this agreement includes steps toward freeing hostages and ending Hamas\u2019s reign of terror. It\u2019s remarkable to see how much President Trump has accomplished in less than a year into his second term. His commitment to peace and strong American leadership continues to make the world a safer place.\u201d\n\n-30-", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T15:10:06Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-announces-october-telephone-town-hall", "Steil Announces October Telephone Town Hall", "2025-10-09", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Janesville, WI \u2013 Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will be holding a telephone town hall on Friday, October 10, at 12:00 p.m. CT to discuss the ongoing federal government shutdown, his work to reopen the federal government, and the shutdown\u2019s impact on Wisconsin families. Congressman Steil has held numerous in-person listening sessions this year across the 1st District, including in Beloit, Bristol, Elkhorn, Janesville, and Mount Pleasant. This is Congressman Steil\u2019s ninth telephone town hall of the year.\n\n\u201cOne of my top priorities is to be available and accessible to Wisconsin families,\u201d said Steil. \u201cI look forward to hearing from residents about the challenges they are facing, discussing the ongoing government shutdown, and having a productive conversation about how we can move our nation forward.\u201d\n\nResidents of the 1st Congressional District can sign up for Congressman Steil\u2019s Telephone Town Hall by going to Steil.house.gov/live or calling his office at (608) 752-4050.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/sen-johnson-joins-sen-graham-49-republican-colleagues-in-urging-fda-to-continue-to-stand-for-life", "Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Graham, 49 Republican Colleagues in Urging FDA to Continue to Stand for Life", "2025-10-09", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and 49 Republican senators in sending a letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Martin Makary commending their recent statements on data discrepancies surrounding abortion pill safety and commitment to review the science. In light of these statements, the senators urged HHS and FDA to review the dangerous decision to approve a generic version of mifepristone, currently the leading drug used to perform chemical abortions.\n\n\u201cWe commend your recent statements acknowledging the data discrepancies surrounding abortion pill safety and your commitment to reviewing the science. We are also encouraged by HHS\u2019s recent announcement that it will review prior Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) approvals given the recent studies raising concerns about the drug\u2019s safety. Given this commitment, however, we are deeply concerned about the FDA\u2019s approval of a new generic version of mifepristone. While we recognize the FDA\u2019s statutory responsibility in evaluating drug applications, the timing of this approval appears inconsistent with the comprehensive safety reassessment your agencies have prioritized. Out of respect for this important review, and with full confidence in your dedication to protecting women\u2019s health, states\u2019 rights, and unborn life, we urge you to take decisive action to reevaluate whether this generic version of mifepristone is suitable to enter the market,\u201d the senators wrote.\n\nSens. Johnson and Graham were joined by U.S. Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W. Va.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Curtis (R-Utah), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Charles Grassley (R-Iowa), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jon Husted (R-Ohio), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Jim Justice (R-W. Va.), John Kennedy (R-La.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), David McCormick (R-Pa.), Ashley Moody (R-Fla.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), James Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), John Thune (R-S.D.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and Todd Young (R-Ind.).\n\nFull text of the letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-praises-president-trump-protecting-wic-amid-schumer-shutdown", "Van Orden Praises President Trump Protecting WIC Amid Schumer Shutdown", "2025-10-08", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after President Donald J. Trump took action to ensure the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program remains funded during the ongoing government shutdown:\n\n\u201cWhen I was serving overseas as an active-duty Navy SEAL, my wife, Sara Jane, and I used WIC to help feed our kids. We know exactly how much that support means to working families.\n\n\u201cDemocrats shut down the government to protect healthcare for illegal aliens, leaving American families to bear the cost. President Trump is once again leading where Democrats have failed. I thank President Trump for his leadership and for always putting America first. It\u2019s time for Democrats to stop holding the American people hostage to their radical agenda and do the same.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4887", "Grothman Stands with Israel on Second Anniversary of October 7 Attacks", "2025-10-07", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Glenn Grothman", "G000576", "grothman.house.gov", "grothman", "https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) released a statement today remembering the lives lost and hostages taken in the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel:\n\n\u201cTwo years ago, on October 7, the world watched in horror as Hamas terrorists launched an unprovoked and barbaric attack on Israel,\u201d said Congressman Grothman. \u201cThe lives of over 1,200 innocent men, women, and children were lost, making this the deadliest assault on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. It was a stark reminder that antisemitism and terrorism remain powerful threats that must never be ignored or excused.\n\n\u201cFamilies lost loved ones, and hostages were taken from their homes. We must never forget those lives, and we continue to pray for the safe return of every hostage and for the families still grieving this horrific attack.\n\n\u201cThe United States must stand with Israel, our strongest ally in the Middle East, and reject terrorism wherever it appears. President Trump\u2019s leadership and plan to end this war and bring every hostage home gives hope for lasting peace and security.\u201d\n\n-30-", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T15:10:06Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/sen-johnson-joins-bipartisan-resolution-supporting-israel-and-condemning-hamas-heinous-attack-two-years-ago", "Sen. Johnson Joins Bipartisan Resolution Supporting Israel and Condemning Hamas\u2019 Heinous Attack Two Years Ago", "2025-10-07", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sens. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), and all Senate Republicans in a bipartisan resolution condemning Iran-backed Hamas terrorists and supporting an outcome to the war that ensures Israel\u2019s security. The senators called for the release of all remaining hostages, including the remains of two United States citizens, and the complete denial of Hamas\u2019 ability to reconstitute in the region.\n\n\u201cThe October 7th attacks demonstrated Hamas\u2019 hatred of the Jewish people and its indifference to the fate of its own people. As we remember the terrible evil of that day, we must be resolute in demanding that Hamas be fully dismantled and play no role in the region moving forward,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\nSens. Johnson, Ernst, and Fetterman were joined by U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Jim Banks (R-Ind.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), John Curtis (R-Utah), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jon Husted (R-Ohio), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), John Kennedy (R-La.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Dave McCormick (R-Pa.), Ashley Moody (R-Fla.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.)\n\nFull text of the resolution can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/sen-johnson-to-donate-paychecks-to-the-joseph-project-amid-government-shutdown", "Sen. Johnson to Donate Paychecks to The Joseph Project Amid Government Shutdown", "2025-10-06", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that he will be donating his paychecks to The Joseph Project for the duration of the federal government shutdown. The Joseph Project, a faith-based jobs initiative, provides a week-long job preparation training program that links participants with Wisconsin employers.\n\n\u201cSince the U.S. Constitution requires that I receive pay, even during a shutdown, I\u2019ll be donating my paychecks to The Joseph Project. Every day the shutdown continues, the check gets a little bigger \u2013 compliments of Chuck Schumer,\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\nRead more about The Joseph Project here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-concordia-university-wisconsin-recognizing-tpusa-chapter", "Van Orden Statement on Concordia University Wisconsin Recognizing TPUSA Chapter", "2025-10-03", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "MEQUON, WI \u2013 Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) today issued the following statement regarding Concordia University Wisconsin\u2019s decision to grant official recognition to Jacob Turner\u2019s Turning Point USA (TPUSA) chapter after two years of administrative resistance:\n\n\u201cI want to thank Concordia University Wisconsin President Dr. Erik P. Ankerberg for doing the right thing in recognizing Jacob Turner\u2019s TPUSA chapter. Concordia\u2019s decision reinforces our nation\u2019s principle that we should be able to engage in civic and political activities freely.\n\n\u201cThis chapter will carry on the work of leaders like Charlie Kirk, promoting free speech and civic engagement among students. I look forward to seeing the positive impact this chapter will have on campus.\u201d\n\nTurner plans to use the newly recognized chapter to promote voter registration and civic engagement on campus.\n\nRep. Van Orden is also reviewing similar cases at universities nationwide to ensure students\u2019 rights to free expression are protected.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/chairman-johnson-requests-information-about-millions-of-u-s-visa-holders-that-avoided-thorough-vetting-process", "Chairman Johnson Requests Information about Millions of U.S. Visa Holders that Avoided Thorough Vetting Process", "2025-10-03", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Rodney Scott, regarding a recent report by the Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General (DHS OIG) entitled, \u201cCBP Has Not Evaluated the Security Risks of Interview-Waived Nonimmigrant U.S. Visa Holders.\u201d\n\nThe DHS OIG report found that \u201cbetween March 2020 and March 2024, the Department of State (DoS) issued more than 12 million nonimmigrant U.S. visas without conducting in-person interviews or collecting fingerprints.\u201d\n\n\u201cThese disturbing findings raise serious questions about DoS\u2019s and CBP\u2019s awareness of and ability to track the recipients of the 12 million nonimmigrant visas,\u201d Chairman Johnson wrote.\n\n\u201cThe fact that millions of nonimmigrant foreign nationals obtained a U.S. visa without undergoing the usual vetting process poses a significant national security risk,\u201d Chairman Johnson continued.\n\nChairman Johnson is seeking more information about the millions of nonimmigrant visas that were issued while standard interviewing and fingerprinting procedures were waived. The chairman has requested that the State Department and CBP provide his office details about their efforts to identify, locate, interview, and fingerprint the nonimmigrant visa holders that did not undergo a thorough vetting process.\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/10/psi-chairman-johnson-sen-rick-scott-request-records-from-ladwp-for-congressional-investigation-into-pacific-palisades-wildfire", "PSI Chairman Johnson, Sen. Rick Scott Request Records from LADWP for Congressional Investigation into Pacific Palisades Wildfire", "2025-10-03", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) sent a letter to the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) requesting records and information related to LADWP\u2019s preparedness and response to the Pacific Palisades wildfires in January 2025.\n\nToday\u2019s letter is part of the senators\u2019 ongoing efforts to examine the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles that resulted in billions of dollars in property damage and the tragic loss of life. This follows letters sent last month to former Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Fire Chief Kristin Crowley and interim Fire Chief Ronnie Villanueva, requesting information on the LAFD\u2019s response to the Palisades fires.\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-wisconsin-house-republicans-urge-governor-evers-submit", "Rep. Fitzgerald & Wisconsin House Republicans Urge Governor Evers to Submit Wisconsin\u2019s Application for the Rural Health Transformation Program", "2025-10-02", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after leading a letter with Wisconsin\u2019s House Republican delegation to Governor Tony Evers, urging him to submit Wisconsin\u2019s application for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The deadline for states to apply for funding is November 5, 2025.\n\nCreated under the Working Families Tax Cuts signed into law by President Trump earlier this year, the RHT Program provides a $50 billion investment to strengthen rural healthcare by improving patient outcomes, expanding access to healthcare, and supporting providers and caregivers.\n\n\u201cRural communities in Wisconsin have fewer healthcare facilities and patients have longer travel times to see a doctor,\u201d said Congressman Fitzgerald. \u201cThe Rural Health Transformation Program is a historic opportunity to reverse this trend and deliver real solutions for patients and small-town hospitals across our state. I was proud to vote for the Tax Cuts for Working Families legislation that made this possible. Governor Evers must act quickly and take advantage of this historic opportunity for Wisconsin.\u201d\n\nThe letter was co-signed by Reps. Tom Tiffany (WI-07), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) and Tony Wied (WI-08).\n\nRead the letter here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wied-requests-his-salary-be-withheld-until-democrats-shutdown-ends", "Rep. Wied Requests His Salary Be Withheld Until the Democrats' Shutdown Ends", "2025-10-02", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Rep. Tony Wied (WI-08) sent a letter to the Chief Administrative Officer of the U.S. House of Representatives requesting she withhold his pay until the government shutdown is over.\n\n\"I have been informed that despite a lapse of appropriations and current government shutdown, Members of Congress will continue receiving their salary. Please withhold my pay until an appropriations agreement has taken effect.\"\n\n\"If Democrats want to shut down the government and stop paychecks for federal workers and service members, then Members of Congress shouldn\u2019t get paid either,\" said Wied.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-statement-democrats-forcing-government-shutdown", "Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Democrats Forcing a Government Shutdown", "2025-10-01", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after Democrats rejected a clean short-term funding bill and forced a government shutdown.\n\n\u201cHouse Republicans passed a clean, straightforward funding bill to keep the government open through November 21, 2025. Our bill was simple, responsible, and gave the Congress time to finish the appropriations process without partisan games.\n\n\u201cInstead, Democrats walked away and demanded $1.5 trillion in new spending for a short-term continuing resolution, along with extreme provisions. Their plan would reinstate taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegal aliens, giving benefits to those who broke our laws, while at the same time slashing $50 billion in investments in rural healthcare that families in Wisconsin depend on. That tells you everything you need to know about their priorities.\n\n\u201cFor years, Democrats have banged the drum that shutdowns are unacceptable, but yesterday, Senate Democrats forced a shutdown to push their extreme, partisan priorities. Unlike my Democrat colleagues, I proudly voted to keep the government OPEN.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-democrats-government-shutdown", "Van Orden Statement on Democrats\u2019 Government Shutdown", "2025-10-01", "2025", "2025-10", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Derrick Van Orden", "V000135", "vanorden.house.gov", "vanorden", "https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | October 01, 2025\n\nContact: Grace Kim\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement regarding the Democrats\u2019 government shutdown:\n\n\u201cHouse Republicans did our part by passing a clean continuing resolution to keep the government open, but Chuck Schumer and the Democrats have decided to hold the American people hostage for $1.5 trillion to provide free healthcare to illegal immigrants.\n\n\u201cMy vote to keep the government open ensures stability for seniors, veterans, and rural communities who rely on consistent government services, while the Schumer-led shutdown will cut millions for rural hospitals and put other programs that serve our most vulnerable at risk. Wisconsin families cannot afford this uncertainty.\n\n\u201cI remain focused on keeping the government open and making sure Wisconsin families don\u2019t pay the price for their liberal agenda. Our offices in D.C. and across the district will continue providing full constituent services. We will not let Schumer\u2019s shutdown stop us from delivering for Wisconsinites.\u201d\n\nDemocrats\u2019 Partisan Demands:\n\n$1.5 trillion in partisan demands for a four-week extension, including:\n\nRestoring taxpayer-funded free health care for illegal immigrants.\n\nKeeping able-bodied, non-working adults on taxpayer-funded health programs.\n\nPermanently extending Biden\u2019s COVID-era Obamacare subsidies.\n\nRepealing $50 billion in rural health care funding, hurting hospitals and clinics in vulnerable communities.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:32:54Z"], ["https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4883", "Grothman Calls on House Democrats to Keep the Government Open", "2025-09-30", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Glenn Grothman", "G000576", "grothman.house.gov", "grothman", "https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "scraper", "Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) released the following statement regarding the risk of a government shutdown due to House Democrats\u2019 actions:\n\n\u201cI am once again calling on Democrats to join Republicans in voting for legislation to ensure the government remains open before tonight\u2019s deadline,\u201d said Congressman Grothman. \u201cI voted for similar bills in the past to keep the government running, even when I disagreed with President Biden, because a government shutdown complicates people\u2019s lives.\n\n\u201cWe know some in the Democrat Party support a shutdown simply to oppose President Trump. It\u2019s up to Democrat leaders to prioritize the American people over political games and prevent a shutdown.\n\n\u201cIf a shutdown does occur, we should use the opportunity to review government positions and identify unnecessary roles. The \u2018Big Beautiful Bill\u2019 was a step in the right direction, and now we may have the opportunity to do more to eliminate waste and help secure permanent savings before the U.S. dollar loses further value.\u201d\n\n-30-", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T15:07:37Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/9/video-release-sen-johnson-calls-for-bipartisan-action-to-end-government-shutdowns", "*** VIDEO RELEASE *** Sen. Johnson Calls for Bipartisan Action to End Government Shutdowns", "2025-09-30", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) spoke on the Senate floor to discuss his Eliminate Shutdowns Act to end the drama and uncertainty of Congress\u2019s budgetary dysfunction. The bill ends government shutdowns by establishing two-week rolling continuing resolutions to fund the government if there is a lapse in appropriations.\n\n\u201cAren\u2019t you getting sick and tired of these government shutdowns? The drama, the turmoil, the partisan bickering, and holding the American people hostage for demands of billions and billions of dollars for more spending we can\u2019t afford?\u201d Sen. Johnson said.\n\n\u201cThe American people don\u2019t like these shutdowns. They want them ended. We have a very simple bill, not partisan, that offers no advantage to anybody. It keeps the government open and gives appropriators time to do appropriating, appropriate those departments, and end all the chaos, all the turmoil, and all the games with people\u2019s lives,\u201d Sen. Johnson concluded.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-applauds-federal-support-for-union-grove-veterans-cemetery", "Steil Applauds Federal Support for Union Grove Veterans Cemetery", "2025-09-26", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "JANESVILLE, WI (September 26, 2025) \u2013 Today, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Cemetery Administration (NCA) announced that the veterans Cemetery Grants Program (VCGP), has awarded a grant up to $931,500 to the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove. The grant will help fund the improvement of the cortege assembly area, roads, parking, flag assembly area, and landscaping. The cemetery serves more than 420,000 Veterans and their eligible family members in the region.\n\n\"The sacrifices our veterans and service members make can never be taken for granted. It's critical to ensure we are properly honoring our fallen heroes and their families. I'm grateful to see the Trump Administration announce this grant for veterans in Wisconsin,\" said Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01).\n\nBackground:\n\nCongressman Steil has previously co-introduced the Veterans Cemetery Grants Improvement Act to increase veterans' cemeteries access to federal funds.\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-wied-sends-letter-urging-reopening-deersrapids-facility-green-bay", "Congressman Wied Sends Letter Urging the Reopening of DEERS/RAPIDS Facility in Green Bay", "2025-09-25", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Tony Wied", "W000829", "wied.house.gov", "wied", "https://wied.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "DE PERE \u2014 Congressman Tony Wied (WI-08) sent a letter to Acting Director of the Defense Manpower Data Center Katie Griffin urging the reopening of the DEERS/RAPIDS processing facility in Green Bay to allow active-duty servicemen, reservists, veterans, and their beneficiaries to access military bases and important benefits at VA hospitals and clinics.\n\n\u201cOur active-duty servicemen and veterans risked everything for our country, and they and their families should not have to jump through unnecessary hoops to access their benefits,\u201d said Congressman Wied. \u201cWith the closure of the Appleton facility looking increasingly likely, members of the military, veterans, and their beneficiaries in Northeast Wisconsin will face travel times upwards of three hours to the nearest DEERS/RAPIDS processing facility. This will lead to longer wait times and could hinder eligible veterans and beneficiaries from receiving their IDs in a timely manner.\u201d\n\nCurrently, the closest facility is located in Appleton, Wisconsin and is staffed by a member of the Wisconsin National Guard. However, that guardsman is on temporary orders and is set to be reassigned. Without a sufficient replacement, in-person DEERS/RAPIDS processing will end in Northeast Wisconsin. This will greatly impact not only constituents in Wisconsin\u2019s 8th district, but also adjacent districts in Wisconsin and the upper peninsula of Michigan who utilize the Appleton DEERS/RAPIDS site.\n\nWied is proud to have the support of Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), and Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01), all of whose constituents will also be impacted by the closure of these facilities.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m glad to join Congressman Wied in calling on the Department of Defense to reopen a DEERS/RAPIDS facility in northeast Wisconsin,\u201d said Congressman Grothman. \u201cOur veterans, service members, and their families shouldn\u2019t have to drive for hours just to keep access to the benefits they deserve. For many in rural areas, long travel times or relying on online renewals simply isn\u2019t an option. Keeping a local facility open is the least we can do to make sure those who served our country continue to receive the support they deserve.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-statement-trump-administrations-reforms-h-1b-program-protect", "Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Trump Administration\u2019s Reforms to the H-1B Program to Protect American Workers", "2025-09-24", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "OCONOMOWOC, WI \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after President Trump signed a Proclamation to reform the H-1B visa program to protect American workers.\n\n\u201cRelying on foreign labor is not a long-term solution, it\u2019s a broken system. If we\u2019re serious about fixing this problem, we need to put American workers first in American jobs. For too long, the H-1B program has been used as a crutch, bringing in overseas workers instead of training and hiring our own citizens. Right now, 235 positions at UW-Madison are filled by foreign workers because the university hasn\u2019t produced enough skilled American graduates to do those jobs. It\u2019s not just UW. As reported yesterday, some of Wisconsin\u2019s top companies are turning to foreign labor instead of finding talent here at home.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump\u2019s action takes a critical step toward putting American workers back at the front of the line. If a company insists it needs specialized foreign labor, it can pay the one-time $100,000 fee, and that money goes right back into strengthening our country.\n\n\u201cDrastic measures must be taken with the H-1B program because small or short-term fixes haven\u2019t worked in the past and, in many cases, haven\u2019t even been seriously attempted. That\u2019s exactly what the Trump Administration is doing: confronting the problem head-on and making sure American workers have the priority they deserve.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-supports-house-legislation-to-end-shutdowns", "Steil\u00a0Supports House\u00a0Legislation to End Shutdowns", "2025-09-24", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Bryan Steil", "S001213", "steil.house.gov", "steil", "https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC (September 24) \u2013 Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) joined Congressman Dusty Johnson (SD-AL) in introducing the House companion bill to Senator Ron Johnson\u2019s (R-WI) Eliminate Government Shutdowns Act. This legislation implements an automatic two-week Continuing Resolution (CR) for departments where appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year have not yet been authorized, preventing the possibility of a government shutdown. Funding will remain at current levels and the two-week CR will be automatically renewed until new appropriations are authorized by Congress and signed into law.\n\nSteil previously introduced similar legislation in the 116th Congress.\n\n\u201cLike most Americans, I am tired of arbitrary deadlines and political fights shutting down the federal government,\u201d said Steil. \u201cDecades of dysfunction and continued brinkmanship in D.C. do not help deliver the policy solutions Wisconsin families need. It\u2019s time to reform the status quo and ensure that Congress is working to deliver thoughtful, productive legislation for the American people. Thank you, Senator Ron Johnson and Congressman Dusty Johnson for your partnership on this issue.\u201d\n\n\u201cShutdowns are stupid, and everyone knows it,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cI was sent to Congress to make sure the government serves South Dakotans \u2013 it can\u2019t possibly serve South Dakota if it is closed. Almost every other country does not face the threat of a government shutdown. The Eliminate Shutdowns Act will keep the government open, so it can work for you, while encouraging Congress to pass new funding packages.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2025/9/sen-johnson-for-the-wall-street-journal-my-plan-to-end-government-shutdowns-forever", "Sen. Johnson for The Wall Street Journal: My Plan to End Government Shutdowns Forever", "2025-09-22", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "Senate", "WI", "Ron Johnson", "J000293", "www.ronjohnson.senate.gov", "ronjohnson", "https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, The Wall Street Journal published an op-ed by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) proposing the Eliminate Shutdowns Act to automatically extend funding in two-week increments at prior levels until appropriations are passed. By doing so, Congress could end government shutdowns.\n\n\"With government funding and functioning assured, Congress would no longer have to spend weeks and months arguing over how to keep government departments open after failing to pass appropriation bills,\" said Sen. Johnson.\n\n\"Fortunately, this turmoil can be avoided permanently by passing the Eliminate Shutdowns Act. Anyone voting 'no' is voting to continue budgetary chaos and should be held accountable by the American people,\" Sen. Johnson concluded.\n\nThe full op-ed can be found here and excerpts are below.\n\n\"The U.S. has experienced three government shutdowns since I entered the Senate in 2011. During that time Congress has passed 55 continuing resolutions and increased or suspended the debt ceiling 12 times. The national debt has grown during those 14 years from $14 trillion to $37 trillion. In 2019 I supported a bill that would have done away with government shutdowns forever. It passed the committee I chaired 12-2, but never passed either chamber of Congress.\n\n\"With another shutdown looming, I\u2019ve introduced an even simpler bill, the Eliminate Shutdowns Act, that could end the drama and uncertainty of Congress\u2019s budgetary dysfunction. Some argued the 2019 bill would lead to higher spending and prohibit consideration of other measures until appropriations bills were passed. Those were legitimate concerns. My new bill simply provides for automatic two-week rolling continuing resolutions for any department for which an appropriation bill or longer-term continuing resolution hasn\u2019t been passed. This would keep spending flat by prorating the previous year\u2019s spending level.\n\n...\n\n\"Instead, Congress could focus on areas of agreement, pass those appropriations, and then horse-trade on areas of disagreement. There would be no artificial deadlines, only the pressure of working with the other side to fund each other\u2019s priorities. It\u2019s impossible to say exactly how this would play out, but could it be any worse than the current situation?\n\n...\n\n\"Converting to multiyear funding cycles is my main priority. We should admit that Congress simply isn\u2019t capable of passing 12 individual appropriation bills each year. Instead we should draft, debate and pass six two-year appropriations on a rotating basis every year. In the nonappropriation year for a particular account, the relevant committees can conduct oversight. It might even be worth considering four three-year appropriations, allowing two years of oversight for each account.\n\n\"The fighting over funding fiscal 2025 lasted six months. No one can predict how long we will be at loggerheads trying to fund 2026. With Democrats demanding spending that increases 10-year deficits by $1.5 trillion as their price for a four-week continuing resolution, a shutdown seems all but certain. At least this time a Republican administration will manage the shutdown in a way that minimizes harm to the nation. Democrats take the opposite approach, looking for ways to inflict as much pain as possible for political advantage.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fitzgerald-statement-passage-short-term-government-funding-extension", "Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Passage of Short-Term Government Funding Extension", "2025-09-19", "2025", "2025-09", "Republican", "House", "WI", "Scott Fitzgerald", "F000471", "fitzgerald.house.gov", "fitzgerald", "https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026.\n\n\u201cAt this point in time, the responsible choice is to keep the government running through November 21, 2025. As President Trump has echoed, a shutdown would only create uncertainty, weaken our national security, and stall the progress we\u2019ve made in restoring regular order to the appropriations process.\n\n\u201cThis short-term, clean CR gives us the time we need to finish the work of passing long-term funding bills that reduce spending. I\u2019ll continue working with my colleagues to ensure we keep the government open and move responsible spending bills forward in a transparent process.\n\n\u201cHouse Republicans, Senate Republicans, and President Trump support this measure. 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