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| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5975 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I continue to support Ukraine as they fight to protect their country and sovereignty against a brutal Russian invasion. We can and must put economic pressure on the bad actors driving this invasion, including Putin’s cronies and those supporting the Russian oil industry. This Administration has squandered many opportunities to use existing sanction authorities to press Russia. In fact, after starting a war with Iran, the Trump administration relaxed existing sanctions on Russia, further fueling the Russian war machine. I will oppose this legislation because it does not ensure the Trump administration will take action against Putin’s unchecked war in Ukraine. It also includes an extension of existing Iran sanctions that would easily pass with bipartisan support if brought to the Floor as a stand-alone bill. Instead of expanding Trump’s tariff powers, the Republican-led Congress should be reining him in. Amid a cost-of-living crisis, Trump’s tariffs have already spiked costs for working families and created chaos for small businesses. Not to mention, the Supreme Court ruled that some of Trump’s tariffs were illegal. There is a better way to support our ally Ukraine that doesn’t involve emboldening a rogue President, like with the Ukraine Support Act.” | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5974 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Visits Midwest Regional Reception to Conduct Welfare Check on Constituents | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Yesterday, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) visited the U.S. Immigration and Custom Enforcement’s (ICE) Midwest Regional Reception Center in Leavenworth, Kansas to conduct a welfare check on her constituents. At this facility, individuals detained have reported numerous instances of abuse and neglect. Two of her constituents are detained here after being caught up in ICE’s reckless surge in Milwaukee earlier this summer. At that time, Congresswoman Gwen Moore held a press conference in Milwaukee condemning ICE’s reckless, escalating presence in Milwaukee and its excessive force on residents. After her recent visit to the ICE facility in Kansas, she held a conference with immigration rights advocates from Milwaukee and Kansas to discuss what she saw and heard. As part of her oversight responsibilities, Congresswoman Moore has traveled to ICE detention facilities across the nation to check on her constituents’ safety and well-being. She released the following statement: “While I was relieved that my constituents are being treated with dignity and respect, I was puzzled as to why these women were detained in the first place. Then I learned about the massive profit machine driving detainments of individuals with no criminal records. The Trump administration isn’t targeting violent criminals, but anyone they choose, while private companies are getting rich and taxpayers foot the bill. That’s why I will continue these important oversight responsibilities. I thank advocates from Milwaukee and Kansas for bringing my attention to this facility and my constituents who are being detained,” said Congresswoman Moore, (WI-04). “We thank Congresswoman Moore for her leadership in protecting the rights of immigrants like her constituents, Estenderly Marte Polanco and Reyna Elizabeth Garcia, and for using congressional oversight to hold ICE and the Department of Homeland Security accountable. ICE is using excessive force, separating families, and spending billions of taxpayer dollars on immigration enforcement. The American … | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5973 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Fund Government Through December 11th | 2026-09-01 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “Today’s legislation maintains funding for critical priorities that our communities depend on. I don’t need to remind anyone that during the last government shutdown, the Trump Administration weaponized SNAP, threatening hunger on vulnerable citizens, including my constituents. This bill would ensure that WIC funding can continue at the rate necessary to meet current needs and temporarily block a proposed OMB guidance on federal grants that will adversely impact TRIO, NIH, and thousands of federal grant programs across the government. That’s why today, I voted to pass this funding measure.” This temporary funding measure or Continuing Resolution (CR) is needed only because House and Senate Republicans have failed to pass any of the annual funding bills, refusing to negotiate any commonsense and reasonable agreements with Democrats. I urge my colleagues to work with us to finalize full year funding bills that helps support our communities, protects Congress’ power of the pursue, and excludes partisan poison pills.” | 1 | 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z | 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-frankel-randall-takano-lead-113-house-members-letter-omb-calling | Pocan, Frankel, Randall, & Takano lead 113 House Members in Letter to OMB Calling for Renewal of Community HIV Funds | 2026-07-30 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Emily Randall (WA-06), and Mark Takano (CA-39) led 113 of their colleagues in a letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director, Russell Vought, regarding reports that the Trump Administration has directed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) not to renew approximately $46 million in direct HIV prevention grants supporting 96 community-based organizations across the country. Reports show that OMB instructed CDC to route these congressionally appropriated funds through state and local health departments rather than renewing the awards directly to the community-based organizations. This change could create significant disruptions in HIV prevention services, undermining longstanding congressional investments in ending the HIV epidemic. “We write regarding reports that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) directed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) not to renew approximately $46 million in direct HIV/AIDS prevention grants supporting 96 community-based organizations (CBOs) under PS21-2102, despite Congress appropriating these funds for HIV prevention activities,” the Members began. “These organizations provide HIV testing, linkage to care, referrals for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), outbreak response, and other evidence-based prevention services that protect our citizens and help stop the spread of HIV nationwide.” "Despite this successful model, OMB has reportedly instructed CDC to redirect these resources through state and local health departments, putting the status of this funding and the very existence of these community-based organizations in jeopardy,” the Members continue. “This reported decision raises serious concerns regarding the implementation of congressional appropriations, continuity of HIV prevention services, and the Administration's commitment to ending the HIV epidemic in the United States.” “According to reporting, the Admi… | 1 | 2026-07-31T07:49:23Z | 2026-07-31T07:50:48Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5962 | Moore, Ramirez, McGarvey Visit Constituents with Health Concerns at Campbell County Detention Center | 2026-07-28 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Newport, Kentucky — Yesterday, Congressmembers Gwen Moore (WI-04), Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), and Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) visited Campbell County Detention Center in Kentucky to provide oversight of the facility and conduct a welfare check on three constituents suffering from a lack of medical care. The members heard from Anabell, Ricardo, and Octavio who have experienced inhumane conditions, lack of proper food to manage their well-being, delays in medication, and inadequate medical care. Anabell is a constituent of Congresswoman Moore who suffered a miscarriage in ICE custody and was denied the necessary and adequate medical care. Ricardo and Octavio are both residents of Illinois’ Third Congressional District who suffer from diabetes. Anabell is a constituent of WI-04 who suffered a miscarriage in ICE custody and was denied the necessary and adequate medical care. “I visited Campbell County Detention Center in Kentucky with my colleagues, Representatives Ramirez and McGarvey, out of concern for my constituent, Anabell, and others who are suffering from medical neglect. I will continue honoring my oversight responsibilities and fighting for my constituents, wherever that might take me,” said Rep. Moore. “As a member of Congress, I conducted oversight of the Campbell County Detention Center to check on my constituents, who are being denied needed medical care, including access to insulin. What I saw inside was devastating, and the lack of medical care was appalling: detainees pleading for help, medicine for purchase at the commissary, sickeningly inhumane conditions, and jail leadership attempting to gaslight us,” said Rep. Ramirez. “DHS continues to demonstrate gross disregard of our health, dignity, personhood, and safety. It is clear: We must end detention, dismantle DHS, and MELT ICE!” “What we saw yesterday is exactly why Congressional oversight matters. We talked to diabetics who told us they can’t get their medicine and detainees who said they can’t get so much as an aspirin, all while the Trump admin… | 1 | 2026-07-29T07:41:48Z | 2026-07-29T07:42:57Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5960 | Moore, Yakym Introduce Legislation to Support Surviving Spouses of Veterans | 2026-07-23 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) and Representative Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02) introduced the Veterans Surviving Spouse Parity Act to help surviving spouses of veterans access housing programs that benefit first-time homebuyers. Under current law, surviving spouses of veterans can access VA home loans but not Mortgage Credit Certificate and Mortgage Revenue Bond programs. The Members’ legislation secures parity for these surviving spouses. This legislation was inspired by Rep. Moore’s constituent, who is a surviving spouse who qualified for a VA home loan, but was not eligible for the Mortgage Credit Certificate. “Surviving spouses of veterans made their own sacrifices for our country, and we can better utilize existing resources to support them. Our bipartisan bill helps them access key resources that can make homeownership more affordable. I thank my constituent for inspiring this important bill,” said Rep. Moore. "This country owes everything to the men and women who fight for our freedom, and to the surviving spouses who carry on without them. We owe it to these families to give them stability, and that starts with owning a home.” Rep. Yakym said. “This bipartisan bill closes that gap, so surviving spouses can access the same homeownership resources their veteran spouses could. I thank Rep. Moore for her leadership on this bill and for standing up for these families." “For nearly 20 years, state housing finance agencies’ have been better able to help veterans purchase homes through their Mortgage Revenue Bond (MRB) and Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) programs because of a one-time exemption to those programs’ first-time home buyer requirement,” said Stockton Williams, Executive Director of the National Council of State Housing Agencies. “We commend Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI) and Rudy Yakym (R-IN) for introducing legislation to extend this benefit to the spouses of those members of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice.” "The National Association of REALTORS® proudly supports the b… | 1 | 2026-07-24T07:30:11Z | 2026-07-24T07:31:13Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5958 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Opposes Partisan FY 2027 Continuing Resolution | 2026-07-22 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “Republicans have refused to negotiate FY 2027 spending in a bipartisan manner, instead advancing 12 partisan funding bills through the House Appropriations Committee. Only two of those partisan bills have even passed the House with the start of FY 2027 fast approaching. Having utterly failed to do that work through which Congress exercises and protects its Constitutional power of the purse, they have now brought a nine-week Continuing Resolution (CR) to the floor. This bill was developed behind closed doors without any input from Democrats in either chamber. With the Trump administration still refusing to treat Congress as a co-equal branch of government and voiding approved funding Trump doesn’t like, Republicans should work to protect the power of the purse. This CR does not. For example, I offered an amendment to the CR to block funding for a harmful May 2026 OMB rule that would change the federal grantmaking process and give political appointees greater power, making it easier for them to suspend or terminate federal grants for any reason. The Republican-led Rules Committee blocked that amendment. Congress should also be working to protect our communities from rogue immigration tactics. This bill would also give the Trump administration license to transfer funding to the Border Patrol, without any significant reforms. As federal immigration efforts continue to murder people in the streets, we need accountability, not another blank check. Funding reflects priorities, and Republicans are sabotaging this opportunity so they can please Trump. With nearly 9 weeks until the start of FY 2027, Republicans appear to be focused on trying to pass another partisan, reckless, reconciliation bill in September, which would give tens of billions for their unpopular war in the Middle East and serve as a vehicle for voter suppression legislation, the so-called SAVE Act. Republicans should be working with Democrats to fund the many priorities in our communities, especially when Americans are struggling with rising costs, n… | 1 | 2026-07-23T07:31:02Z | 2026-07-23T07:32:26Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5959 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Republican Scheme to Disenfranchise Voters, Allow Insider Trading | 2026-07-22 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | "Members of Congress should never use their positions to enrich themselves, including through stock trading. These rules should apply to the White House too, especially given the President has made billions off the presidency! We need to tackle corruption, which is why I support meaningful proposals to strengthen rules against insider trading by Congress and other officials. Unfortunately, Rep. Steil’s legislation is not a congressional stock ban, it’s an empty gesture disguised as a serious proposal. Though it imposes some limited new restrictions, Members and their close family members would still be able to hold and sell stocks. While the bill does limit some securities purchases, it does not prohibit all of them. And it fails to keep the President, his family, and other high level Executive Branch officials from engaging in and profiting from the same conduct. All elected officials should be acting in the interest of the American people, not their investments. While Republicans fail to meaningfully address concerns about insider trading, they are working to disenfranchise ordinary Americans at the ballot box. I continue to be disappointed that Rep. Steil, who represents my birthplace of Racine, is the architect of such voter suppression legislation, like the Voter ID Act and the so-called SAVE America Act. It is obvious that Republicans are coordinating with the Trump administration to undermine and rig the midterms. I will continue opposing their scheme.” | 1 | 2026-07-23T07:31:02Z | 2026-07-23T07:32:26Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-reacts-state-departments-cuba-report | Pocan Reacts to State Department’s Cuba Report | 2026-07-21 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) issued the following statement after the State Department released its latest report on Cuba: “The State Department just published a ridiculous report about the threat to America from Cuba. It may be the stupidest, most fantastical, most biased thing I’ve ever read from a governmental agency. This report focuses on the 1960s & 70s with no clear connection to today. Yet somehow, the State Department uses this report to say that this impoverished nation is responsible for everything from Black Lives Matter to Antifa, the anti-ICE protests and more. “It’s clear that this report was written for Marco Rubio and his South Florida politics as a way to justify Trump setting up another war, not based on the reality of an impoverished nation due to our blockade. We simply can’t get involved in another illegal war.” | 1 | 2026-07-22T07:34:13Z | 2026-07-22T07:35:16Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5956 | Moore, Warren, Booker, Adams, Underwood, Pressley, Dingell Work to Improve Maternal Health | 2026-07-17 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | According to the CDC, more than 80 percent of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. Research has found that doula and midwifery care can reduce the use of C-sections and pre-term births and improve mothers’ wellbeing. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI), Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) Cory Booker (D-N.J), and Congresswomen Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.), Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.), Alma Adams (D-N.C.) introduced the Mamas First Act, which would expand access to this care for mothers who rely on Medicaid. “Across this nation, 40 percent of moms depend on Medicaid when they give birth. Instead of gutting and sabotaging Medicaid, we need to strengthen it so we can save lives. The Mamas First Act would provide mothers with access to evidence-based supportive care that can lead to healthier outcomes for them and their babies. At a time when stark disparities in maternal mortality continue to hit our communities hard, I am thrilled to have such incredible colleagues and advocates supporting the Mamas First Act and the ongoing fight to save lives,” said Congresswoman Gwen Moore. “Instead of slashing health care for millions of Americans like Republicans in Congress are hellbent on doing, we should be expanding access to care to protect every momma and baby. It’s unthinkable that the richest country in the world would also have one of the highest maternal mortality rates. The Mamas First Act will help fix this crisis by improving access to high-quality care and rooting out the deep disparities and systemic racism in our health care system,” said Senator Elizabeth Warren. “The Mamas First Act meets a crisis that is costing mothers their lives—especially Black and Indigenous women who walk into delivery rooms carrying risks no family should bear,” said Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ). “By ensuring Medicaid reimburses doulas, midwives, tribal midwives, and lactation support professionals, this bill delivers the trusted care that keeps mothers safe and babies alive. Congress must act now.” “The quality of care a pregnant woman… | 1 | 2026-07-18T06:58:50Z | 2026-07-18T07:31:57Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5957 | Moore, Durbin, Schatz, Gillibrand Introduce Child Marriage Prevention Act | 2026-07-17 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Bicameral legislation takes important steps to help end child marriage in America According to the Tahirih Justice Center, between 2000 and 2021, more than 314,000 minors (i.e., under the age of 18) were married in the United States. In certain instances, girls as young as 10 were married to men decades older. Child marriage is legal in 34 states, including Wisconsin. Congresswoman Gwen Moore, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) introduced the Child Marriage Prevention Act, which would take steps to reduce child marriage across the United States. “The practice of child marriage should not exist anywhere, especially not in the U.S. But in 34 states, including Wisconsin, child marriage is legal. Young girls are put on a harmful trajectory in life that keeps them from controlling their own futures when they enter, or are forced to enter, into these marriages. I am proud to partner with Senator Durbin to protect young people from this predatory and harmful practice. Our legislation takes a critical first step toward ending child marriage and protecting our children,” said Congresswoman Gwen Moore. “Child marriage overwhelmingly affects underage girls who are married to adult men, often with dire consequences for their life outcomes,” said Senator Durbin. “The bill builds on the work of countless survivors and advocates across the country to ban child marriage in the United States. We must enact this legislation at a federal level to protect the future of hundreds of thousands of young girls who have been stripped of their independence.” “It’s unacceptable that hundreds of thousands of young girls are still forced into marriages they want no part of,” said Senator Schatz. “Our bill will help finally end this practice in the United States by updating our immigration laws and encouraging states to ban child marriage for good.” “Child marriage leaves girls vulnerable to abuse and exploita… | 1 | 2026-07-18T06:58:50Z | 2026-07-18T07:31:57Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5955 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Massie Amendment | 2026-07-15 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “Today, I voted in favor of the Massie Amendment to the FY 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, which would impose a one-year moratorium on funding to Israel. This vote represents a continuation of my commitment to the pursuit of peace between the Israeli and Palestinian people. It is my belief that a shift in tactics is now necessary because of my growing frustration with the right-wing government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and its conduct throughout the region. Successive U.S. Administrations have tried to rein in the Netanyahu government only to find those interventions obstructed, including negotiating and implementing critically needed ceasefires that would stop the bloodshed. I remain singularly committed to peace, and it is my belief that the only way peace can be achieved is with a two-state solution where a sovereign Palestinian state exists alongside Israel. I wish the amendment had been more narrowly drafted so that it did not result in cuts to aid that has nothing to do with military actions or territorial expansions. I am especially pained that it would indiscriminately harm funding that fosters cooperation between Israelis and Palestinians. I hope that my vote for the Massie Amendment sends a clear signal that, while Israel, like all states, has a right to defend its borders and people, their actions must remain within the bounds enshrined in international law. U.S. aid should help create the conditions for a secure, prosperous, and peaceful future for Israelis, Palestinians, and the broader Middle East. My vote is especially well-timed to send this message, as it coincides with the looming expiration of the 2016 Memorandum of Understanding outlining U.S. aid to Israel. I continue to see Israel as a vital American ally in the Middle East and the Israeli people as deserving of support to meet the security challenges they face from Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and other malignant actors in the region. In order to secure a lasting peace, t… | 1 | 2026-07-16T07:21:44Z | 2026-07-16T07:23:13Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-pocan-dexter-leger-fernandez-and-ramirez-return-cuba-fact-finding | Reps. Pocan, Dexter, Leger Fernandez, and Ramirez Return From Cuba Fact-Finding Mission | 2026-07-13 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM-03), Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) and Maxine Dexter (OR-03) released the following statement upon the conclusion of their four-day Congressional delegation to Cuba: “I went to Cuba thirty years ago, three and a half years ago, and now today,” said Rep. Pocan. “As a small business owner for 37 years myself, I have seen how the island’s private sector has the potential to thrive like never before, but is also hamstrung by U.S. sanctions that limit its access to financing, punish its workforce, reduce its customer base, and cut off its suppliers and export possibilities.” “United States' policies continue to exacerbate a crisis of displacement: a situation that, for many Cubans, makes it impossible to stay and realize self-determination in their own land. From what I heard directly from Cubans, many feel like they are forced to emigrate. But when Cubans decide to leave behind their land and look at the United States with hope, they are confronted by the U.S.’s outdated immigration system and the Trump administration's white nationalist agenda,” said Rep. Ramirez. “It is an impossible choice: face hunger, illness, and destitution on your own land or the abuse of ICE in the U.S.” “Cuba created a free, universal healthcare system that millions of Cubans and others around the world have come to expect and depend on,” said Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. “Today that system is buckling under sanctions that the White House has unleashed on the Cuban people. This is creating a humanitarian catastrophe, and it’s on us to stop it. I will be using all the tools at my disposal to remove the barriers to delivering health care to the Cuban people.” “What the United States is doing to this island is a siege,” said Rep. Leger Fernández. “We’re blocking medical supplies, fuel and other essential inputs, leading its infant mortality rate to rise nearly 150% in recent years, from 4 to 9.9 per 1,000 live births. I doubt any American wants innocent … | 1 | 2026-07-14T07:08:55Z | 2026-07-14T07:10:52Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5952 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Violent, Reckless ICE Arrests in Milwaukee | 2026-07-02 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I am fully aware of ICE’s escalating presence in our community. ICE agents are showing up masked, dressed in police tactical gear, and using excessive force, including shattering car windows to carry out arrests. Their reckless tactics are terrorizing families and inflicting real harm on our residents, especially across the South Side. ICE is operating like a rogue agency, and its abuses make clear that serious reforms are long overdue. This is exactly why I refused to give this out‑of‑control agency one more penny. My constituents should know they are entitled to due process in our country. Every person has rights, no matter their status. As Wisconsin’s Fourth District representative, I will continue conducting oversight and doing everything in my power to protect my constituents.” | 1 | 2026-07-03T08:00:00Z | 2026-07-03T08:01:30Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-scott-hirono-murray-reed-whitehouse-introduce-bill-make-college | Pocan, Scott, Hirono, Murray, Reed, Whitehouse Introduce Bill to Make College More Affordable, Double Pell Grant | 2026-06-23 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (D-WI) and Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) and U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), Patty Murray (D-WA), Jack Reed (D-RI), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) introduced bicameral legislation to make higher education more affordable for millions of working and middle-class students across the country. The Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of 2026 would nearly double the Pell Grant maximum award, index the maximum award for inflation, and make other changes to expand the award for working students, while also protecting the program from budget shortfalls and eligibility changes. “No one should be denied a chance at a higher education if they are smart and capable enough but are unable to afford it. As a recipient of the Pell Grant myself, I know just how instrumental of a tool it is to make college accessible for all,” Congressman Pocan said. “Unfortunately, skyrocketing tuition costs and perpetual underfunding continue to undermine this critical program. The Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act would not only double the maximum Pell Grant, it would protect the program from future cuts, expand eligibility to include DREAMers, and ensure that postsecondary education is attainable for every student, regardless of their socioeconomic status.” “The Pell Grant is the most important tool we have to help students afford college. Unfortunately, due to Republicans' attacks on federal student aid — including slashing loans in annual appropriations and refusal to fully fund the Pell Grant program in the 'Big Ugly Bill' — students now face a significant Pell Grant shortfall, made worse by the rising cost of college. Simply put, Pell Grants' purchasing power has severely eroded, making it even more difficult for students to afford higher education,” said House Committee on Education and Workforce Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott. “By doubling the maximum Pell Grant award and moving the program to mandatory funding, the Pell Grant Preservation and Expansio… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5950 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Court Order Requiring Release of Salah Sarsour from ICE Detention | 2026-06-18 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Congresswoman Gwen Moore today welcomed a federal judge's ruling ordering the release of Salah Sarsour from ICE detention, calling the decision a victory for due process and human dignity. “Over the course of two visits, I observed troubling signs of declining health and raised serious concerns about the conditions of his confinement,” said Congresswoman Moore. “No person in ICE custody should be denied adequate nutrition, medical attention, or humane treatment." Congresswoman Moore has repeatedly advocated on Mr. Sarsour's behalf, including through multiple letters to ICE officials demanding that he receive proper medical care and sufficient nutrition. "The court's ruling affirms what many of us have been saying for months: Mr. Sarsour's continued detention was unjustifiable," Moore continued. "Thank you to the legal advocates, community leaders, and family members who fought tirelessly for Mr. Sarsour's release.” | 1 | 2026-06-19T06:50:32Z | 2026-06-19T06:53:40Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5951 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Iran “Deal” to End Republican War of Choice | 2026-06-18 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “The war with Iran has killed Americans, Iranians, and others in the region, wasted billions, depleted military capacity, and made life more expensive for working people. Trump didn’t do this alone: The Republican-led Congress allowed this costly war to continue and reach this vague, uncertain phase. There has never been a military solution to the challenges posed by Iran's nuclear program or regional activities. This ill-advised war only reaffirms that. In the days to come, Congress must hold this Administration’s feet to the fire as implementation of this agreement and critical negotiations move forward. Congress must be provided with briefings, transparency, and more information regarding this memorandum of understanding (MOU) and the critical negotiations that come next. It’s what our Constitution requires as a co-equal branch of government. Ultimately, any final negotiated agreement will be judged by whether it successfully addresses what this war could not: securing effective negotiated constraints on Iran's nuclear program, reducing regional tensions, and addressing the ongoing humanitarian and security crises. If this agreement helps bring the conflict to a sustained close, it can save lives, reduce the risk of further regional escalation, and begin to alleviate the severe economic costs of the Republican war of choice. If it does not, I fear it will only reaffirm that Republicans will continue to fail the American people.” | 1 | 2026-06-19T06:50:32Z | 2026-06-19T06:53:40Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5949 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Second Visit to Conduct Wellness Check on Salah Sarsour | 2026-06-15 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | In Indiana, Congresswoman Moore joined advocates in a rally calling for Salah Sarsour’s release. She then visited Salah at the Clay County Jail. In response, she released the following statement: “Yesterday, I conducted another wellness check on Salah. I saw and learned firsthand that he is not receiving proper medical treatment, most concerningly for his diabetes. Salah is being targeted for his advocacy for Palestinians, but his mistreatment is part of the Trump administration’s larger campaign of hate against immigrants. Behind closed doors in ICE facilities around the country, people, including women and young children, face neglect and abuse. The Administration wants the public to be desensitized to their cruelty and those in custody to grow weary. As members of Congress, we must continue oversight of this Administration and press for answers and accountability. I will remain tireless in this work and will keep pushing for Salah’s release.” | 1 | 2026-06-16T06:53:21Z | 2026-06-16T06:55:02Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5948 | Moore, Bonamici, Frost, Grijalva, and Pocan Introduce Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 | 2026-06-11 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), and Mark Pocan (WI-02) are introducing legislation to repeal the national federal tax credit voucher scheme included in the Republicans’ so-called Big, Beautiful Bill. Voucher schemes divert public funding into private schools that lack proper accountability and oversight. Private schools can pick and choose who they admit and lack protections for students with disabilities. In Wisconsin, Governor Evers vetoed legislation that would have opted Wisconsin into this program, further expanding vouchers in the state. “In states across the country, charter school programs often operate with little transparency, sap funding from public schools, and primarily benefit wealthy students. In Wisconsin, taxpayers are paying $700 million this year alone for vouchers, and nearly all this money is funneled into religious schools. Instead of investing in our public schools, which educate most of America’s students, Republicans used taxpayer funds to create a national voucher scheme. As a proud product of public schools, I am honored to spearhead legislation with my colleagues that reverses this scheme and stands up for public education,” said Representative Gwen Moore (WI-04). "The federal government is responsible for ensuring equitable access to high-quality, well-funded public education. Instead, in the 'Big Ugly Bill,' Congressional Republicans created a federal school voucher scheme that will funnel public dollars away from public schools to help subsidize private schools for wealthy families," said Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce. "That is why I am proud to support the Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 to undo the harm caused by Republicans' 'Big Ugly Bill' and ensure that public dollars are spent on public education." “Public schools welcome and educate every child regardless of their background or income, and public funding shoul… | 1 | 2026-06-12T06:37:16Z | 2026-06-12T06:39:00Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-statement-his-appointment-house-foreign-affairs-committee | Pocan Statement on His Appointment to House Foreign Affairs Committee | 2026-06-10 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) was appointed by Leader Hakeem Jeffries and the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee to the House Foreign Affairs Committee. “Thank you to Leader Jeffries and Ranking Member Meeks for your trust in appointing me to the Foreign Affairs Committee. President Trump has done significant damage to America’s standing on the world stage. I look forward to using my position to hold him accountable, repair our reputation, and advance human rights.” Rep. Pocan still remains a member of the House Appropriations Committee. | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5945 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes NO on Blank Check to ICE and CBP, Continues Call for Reforms | 2026-06-09 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “The Administration claimed they would go after ‘the worst of the worst,’ but they are targeting every immigrant and even U.S. citizens, including hardworking individuals who enrich their communities. Wisconsinites have faced cruel treatment in ICE custody and so have many others across the country. ICE has gone rogue. Republicans should be working with Democrats to secure reforms that respect the law and the rights of every individual. Instead, they want to give ICE billions to inflict more harm in our communities. Americans are calling for us to address their rising cost of living, not more ballrooms and slush funds. Americans continue to call for accountability and transparency regarding immigration enforcement in their communities. The Republican response is to do nothing. I will continue pressing for the reforms that we need.” | 1 | 2026-06-10T06:36:00Z | 2026-06-10T06:37:32Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-schakowsky-lead-85-members-urging-sec-rubio-pressure-israeli-govt | Pocan, Schakowsky Lead 85 Members Urging Sec. Rubio to Pressure Israeli Gov’t to Halt Settlement Construction in the E-1 Area of the West Bank | 2026-06-05 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) led a letter signed by 85 Members of Congress to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging him to use every available diplomatic tool to halt the advancement of settlement construction in the E-1 area of the West Bank. In recent months, the Israeli government has approved construction plans, published construction tenders, and is on the verge of accepting bids and exchanging contracts. Once construction begins, the damage will be irreversible. We write to strongly urge the Administration to use every available diplomatic tool to halt the advancement of settlement construction in the E-1 area of the West Bank,” the Members began. “The window for meaningful diplomatic intervention is closing rapidly, and we believe it is not too late for the United States to act.” “The E-1 area is a 12 square-kilometer corridor east of Jerusalem. Construction of a settlement there would bisect the West Bank by severing the north from the south and cutting off Palestinian communities in Ramallah from those in Bethlehem, while completing an unbroken band of Israeli-controlled territory from Jerusalem through E-1 to the settlement of Ma’ale Adumim,” the Members continued. In doing so, it would cement Israeli sovereignty over the geographic heart of the West Bank.” “The situation has accelerated dramatically in recent months… In December 2025, the Israeli Ministry of Construction and Housing published a tender for all 3,401 planned housing units, with bids expected to open June 1, 2026,” the Members added. “In March 2026, the Israel Land Authority separately published a tender for a new employment and commercial zone in E-1, also expected to open for bids imminently. Simultaneously, the Israeli Ministry of Defense has announced plans to pave a ‘Sovereignty Road’ that would permanently divert all Palestinian vehicle traffic away from E-1, effectively sealing off approximately three percent of the West Bank from Palestinian access and enabling the… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5944 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Opposes Funding Bill that Cuts WIC and International Food Aid, Attacks the LGBTQ Community | 2026-06-04 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “Instead of strengthening programs that help our farmers sell their products and help families keep food on the table, Republicans are cutting these programs to fund tax goodies for billionaires. The FY 2026 funding bill would also cut WIC and deny children and families full access to the fresh produce benefit. Earlier this year, I led a letter that over 100 of my House colleagues joined, urging full funding and how WIC, so it can better meet the nutritional and developmental needs of those it serves. And I am also disappointed that this bill fails to include language to reduce burdensome in-person requirements that keep eligible people from participating. This partisan funding bill would also hurt our farmers and our international food aid programs. By cutting the Food for Peace program, Republicans could also keep farmers from earning critical revenue from food that helps feeds starving children around the world. And never missing an opportunity to push their ideological agenda, House Republicans included a harmful provision that empowers government workers to discriminate against Americans for who they love. Instead of working to lower the cost of living, Republicans are doubling down on their cuts to anti-hunger programs and their anti-LGBTQ agenda. That’s why today, I voted No.” | 1 | 2026-06-05T06:35:23Z | 2026-06-05T06:36:42Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5943 | Following April Flooding Damage, Congresswoman Gwen Moore Pushes for Federal Aid | 2026-05-29 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | In a letter to President Trump, Congresswoman Moore and her colleagues urged the Administration to approve Governor Evers’ request for an emergency disaster declaration after communities throughout the state, including in Milwaukee, experienced flooding damage in April. Several of her constituents experienced damage to their homes from flooding both last August and in April 2026. The Members wrote: “In April, communities around the state experienced heavy rainfall and severe weather events across multiple days which caused multiple rivers across the state to flood their banks, destroying homes and businesses alike. We appreciate the swift work of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) staff in partnering with Wisconsin Emergency Management to conduct joint preliminary damage assessments. Following the conclusion of these assessments, it is clear that the damage is beyond the capacity for local resources to manage.” In the letter, the Members urge for approval of individual aid, public assistance, and hazard mitigation assistance. These funds can help homeowners unlock critical funds to make home repairs. It also equips communities with resources to repair infrastructure, including roads and bridges, and helps areas prepare for future disasters. The Members wrote: “In total, over 1,500 residential structures were damaged across 19 counties and the Oneida Nation resulting in nearly $10 million in costs. Public infrastructure damages are currently estimated at over $17 million, which easily exceeds the State’s per capita indicator. Given the magnitude of damage, we urge you to issue a Major Disaster Declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and readily make available the Individual Assistance, Public Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation Grants to Wisconsinites in need.” Read the full text of the letter here. | 1 | 2026-05-30T06:11:53Z | 2026-05-30T06:13:24Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5939 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Leads Colleagues in Calling for Salah Sarsour’s Release from ICE Detention | 2026-05-26 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Salah Sarsour is a local leader in the Milwaukee area, leading the Islamic Society of Milwaukee. He has lived in the U.S. for more than 30 years and is a powerful advocate for Palestinians. ICE has detained him for nearly two months in Clay County Jail in Indiana where Congresswoman Moore was able to visit him, and despite DHS’ sweeping claims, officials have offered no evidence to justify his detainment. The letter, led by Congresswoman Moore to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Mullin and U.S. Department of State Secretary Marco Rubio, calls for his release. Further, the letter raises important questions and concerns regarding his detention apparently tied to his First Amendment protected speech, and regarding the conditions of his detention and his access to appropriate health care. In the letter, Congresswoman Moore and her colleagues reiterated the importance of First Amendment protections, writing: “We are deeply concerned that Mr. Sarsour is being detained because of his views related to the war in Gaza and the plight of Palestinians rather than any violation of federal, state, or local laws.” The First Amendment provides in pertinent part that “Congress shall make no law…abridging the freedom of speech…” The Constitution’s protection covers everyone in this country, including lawful permanent residents.” In the letter, she also raised critical questions, including: Please provide any documents, including legal memoranda, which ICE, or any other federal agency relied on in making the decision to detain Mr. Sarsour. This includes the specific grounds and documents used by Secretary of State Rubio to determine that Mr. Sarsour’s presence or activities in the United States … would have potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences for the United States? Given that Mr. Sarsour suffers from diabetes, how frequently are his blood glucose or blood pressure levels being monitored (e.g. fasting, pre-meal, bedtime)? Given concerns about access to an inadequate diet and medical moni… | 1 | 2026-05-27T06:38:34Z | 2026-05-27T06:40:17Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-langworthy-lead-34-members-letter-sec-kennedy-strengthening-nih | Pocan, Langworthy Lead 34 Members with Letter to Sec. Kennedy on Strengthening NIH Policy on Animal Testing | 2026-05-26 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Nick Langworthy (NY-23) lead a letter with 34 bipartisan House members to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., urging him to strengthen NIH's policy for determining eligibility to receive federal funding related to acquiring animals for NIH-supported research. This letter was prompted by the case of Ridglan Farms, a commercial beagle breeding facility in Wisconsin that was cited by the state for hundreds of counts of animal welfare violations in September 2025 and subsequently agreed to surrender its state commercial breeding license. Despite this, Ridglan continues to hold a USDA Class A license, which, under current NIH policy, is the sole factor used to determine a facility's eligibility to supply animals in NIH-funded research. “We write to express our concerns regarding current policy at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that may unintentionally allow for federal funding to continue to benefit facilities that are engaging in the mistreatment of animals,” the Members wrote. “Building upon work to reduce and ultimately eliminate unnecessary animal testing within federally funded research, including launching a Food and Drug Administration roadmap to phase down mandatory animal testing in April 2025, we urge you to take immediate action to update current policy regarding the use and acquisition of dogs in NIH-supported research.” “As you are aware, Ridglan Farms is a large-scale beagle breeding facility in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, which continues to hold a USDA Class A breeding license despite extensive evidence of animal welfare violations,” the Members continued. “There may be an opportunity to further strengthen NIH’s current policy for determining a facility’s eligibility to benefit from NIH-supported research, particularly by considering additional factors beyond whether a facility holds a USDA Class A license. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) holds the authority to review and update this internal policy and should c… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:21:02Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5937 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds House Passage of her Foster Youth Bills | 2026-05-20 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Fostering the Future Act (H.R. 7432) a comprehensive bill to help foster youth aging out of foster care that includes two of Congresswoman Moore’s bills to support foster youth: the Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act and the CONNECT Act. Her bipartisan bills would make housing more accessible for foster youth and strengthen the Chafee program, the major federal program providing services to young people who are currently in or previously experienced foster care, providing support to them as they transition to adulthood. “It is so important that foster youth have strong support systems and access to stable, safe housing. But many do not. As co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth, I am committed to helping foster youth be successful as they age of the system. I am so pleased that my legislation passed the House, which is the first step in helping foster youth meet these critical needs in their lives. I look forward to this legislation becoming law and building on these efforts.” | 1 | 2026-05-21T06:28:16Z | 2026-05-21T06:29:43Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-introduce-tax-grift-act | Pocan to Introduce the Tax the Grift Act | 2026-05-20 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) announced he’ll be introducing the Tax the Grift Act, a bill to tax all payouts from President Trump’s $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” at 100 percent so that all taxpayer funding goes back to the Treasury rather than into the hands of Trump allies. “Donald Trump just can’t stop grifting. He’s now using taxpayer dollars to create a $1.776 billion slush fund for his friends who claim they were ‘persecuted’ by Democrats, including January 6th insurrectionists who attacked police officers and tried to overturn an election, with next to no oversight. This bill will claw back every penny. Americans should not be forced to bankroll payouts for people who attacked our democracy or are just friends with Trump.” Background: | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:21:02Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5936 | ICYMI: Moore, Sanders, Omar, McGovern Lead More Than 100 Colleagues in Helping End Child Hunger Through Universal School Meals | 2026-05-18 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Rep. Gwen Moore, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Rep. Ilhan Omar and Rep. McGovern introduced legislation to end child hunger in the United States. The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026 would offer free breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a snack to every student in America — regardless of income — and eliminate school meal debt while incentivizing local food in schools. “Millions of families already face hunger in this country. But with Republicans cutting SNAP and families struggling with the high cost of living, it is even more urgent that we pass the Universal School Meals Program Act,” said Rep. Gwen Moore. Congress can and should help end child hunger, and I implore my colleagues to support this legislation.” “It is outrageous that, while the billionaire class has never had it so good, one in five children will go hungry in America this year,” Sanders said. “The United States is the richest country in the history of the world. Nobody should be going hungry. And what we learned during the pandemic is that a universal approach to school meals works and helps kids do better in school. States across the country continue to prove this every day. It is time for Congress to reinstate universal school meals at the national level to finally ensure no student goes hungry.” “No child should have to sit in a classroom hungry or worried about where their next meal will come from,” Omar said. “As a former nutrition educator and someone who experienced hunger firsthand, this fight is deeply personal to me. I have always believed you must feed kids’ bellies before you can feed their brains. That is why I am proud to partner again with Bernie Sanders to introduce the Universal School Meals Program Act, which would provide free breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks to students year-round. Universal school meals are not a luxury—they are a necessity.” "School meals improve food security, health outcomes, and academic performance—simply put, they help kids succeed. Several states—including my home state of Massachusetts—hav… | 1 | 2026-05-19T06:31:01Z | 2026-05-19T06:32:40Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5934 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Supports War Powers Resolution to Help End Republicans’ Reckless, Costly Iran War | 2026-05-14 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “The Trump administration, with support from congressional Republicans, has plunged America into a deadly, costly war with Iran. Now, gas prices have gone up, and other household costs, like groceries, continue to increase. Yet, as millions struggle, Trump admits he doesn’t think about Americans financial situation. This war is not only making life more expensive and failing to meet any clear objectives, but it’s illegal. Congress has not granted any authorization for this war, despite Trump’s claims that hostilities have somehow been terminated as part of his games to try and evade Congressional oversight and accountability. I am supporting this resolution to help end this war and remain disappointed that Republicans in both the Senate and House continue to oppose these resolutions. I am calling on my Republican colleagues to finally grow a backbone and join me in checking this President.” | 1 | 2026-05-15T06:17:41Z | 2026-05-15T06:18:51Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5930 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on FBI Questioning Wisconsin Election Officials | 2026-05-08 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “Donald Trump, the loser of the 2020 presidential election, continues to whine and use intimidation tactics against election officials. Trump believes that any election he loses is illegitimate. Our elections are safe and fair and will remain that way.” | 1 | 2026-05-09T06:00:32Z | 2026-05-09T06:02:31Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5929 | Ways and Means Committee Advances Congresswoman Moore’s Foster Youth Legislation | 2026-04-30 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Yesterday, the House Ways and Means Committee approved the Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act. Introduced with Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL), this bipartisan legislation makes housing more accessible for foster youth by supporting better coordination between states and local services for housing vouchers, among other provisions. The Committee also approved Congresswoman Moore’s CONNECT Act, which directs the Chafee program to focus on helping foster youth develop healthy, supportive relationships with adults and highlights the role that supportive relationships can play in helping individuals succeed. “Too many foster youth leave the system without adequate support and struggle with housing instability and homelessness. As I often say, you don’t magically become an adult at age 18. We shouldn’t expect this of foster youth. Serving as co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth, I’m working to ensure that youth leaving the foster care system have a safe, secure place to call home, so they can lead successful lives as adults. My legislation would give states the much-needed flexibility to help foster youth pay for security deposits and utility connection fees, among other critical supports,” My bill, the CONNECT Act, helps foster youth build a network of support. These positive relationships are critical to the wellbeing of young people, especially foster youth.” said Congresswoman Moore. Background: Research shows that up to 46 percent of youth exiting foster care experience homelessness by age 26. Lack of stable housing is one of the biggest barriers to adulthood for transition-age foster youth. The Foster Youth Housing Act clarifies that the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood (Chafee) is intended to support access to housing for youth age 18 or older by strengthening coordination between federal housing and child welfare programs and providing greater flexibility for housing funds under the Chafee Program. | 1 | 2026-05-01T06:06:26Z | 2026-05-01T06:08:22Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5928 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Recognizes Denim Day, Supports Survivors of Sexual Violence | 2026-04-29 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Originating from a 1990s Italian Supreme Court case in which a victim’s “tight jeans” were used as grounds for her rapist’s conviction reversal, Denim Day seeks to end victim blaming and protests harmful narratives directed toward victims of assault. Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Senator Tammy Baldwin, and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell introduced a bicameral resolution recognizing Denim Day. Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “As Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to a close, I am proud to recognize Denim Day - a powerful reminder of the need to change harmful myths around sexual violence. Too often, victims of sexual violence are unjustly judged on their clothing choices and faulted for their trauma. Denim Day stands as a visible act of solidarity as we wear denim to raise awareness for sexual violence, reject victim blaming, and recognize that sexual assault is always the fault of the perpetrator and never the victim” said Congresswoman Moore. “Too many survivors of sexual violence are forced to carry the weight of what happened to them alone. I'm proud to introduce this resolution honoring Denim Day as we stand in solidarity with and support of survivors, raise awareness, and work together to prevent sexual violence and protect more Americans,” said Senator Baldwin. "For far too long we have allowed a culture that looks at what a woman is wearing instead of the person who committed the crime. It is simply not okay,” said Congresswoman Dingell. "I am proud to lead this resolution alongside Congresswoman Moore and Senator Baldwin to recognize Denim Day and stand with survivors to say clearly that clothing is never an invitation. We must stop victim-blaming, always listen to survivors, and continue working together to end the stigma that has enabled sexual assault against women and children across the world.” "Sexual Assault is in the headlines every day. Rape Crisis Centers are responding to the needs of survivors 24/7 but more must be done to address and end sexual assault. Denim Day provid… | 1 | 2026-04-30T06:05:15Z | 2026-04-30T06:07:09Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5927 | Moore, Shaheen, Murkowski, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Underwood, and Adams Introduce Protect Moms from Domestic Violence Act | 2026-04-28 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | This April, during Sexual Violence Awareness Month, Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI-04), Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06), Lauren Underwood (D-IL-14), and Alma Adams, PhD (D-NC-12) introduced the Protect Moms from Domestic Violence Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation supports research to understand how intimate partner violence (IPV) affects maternal mortality and provide policy proposals to help save lives. The bill also would fund $15 million in grants to programs that improve maternal and child health outcomes of survivors of domestic and sexual violence. “Intimate partner violence is a pervasive issue affecting millions of women each year and can be especially dangerous and deadly for pregnant women. Despite this, there is a lack of research to fully understand its impacts on the health and well-being of postpartum mothers. Our legislation aims to close this research gap and support effective interventions that serve impacted mothers and their children," said Rep. Gwen Moore (WI-04). “Maternal health cannot be separated from a mother’s safety. Pregnancy and postpartum recovery should be defined by care and support, not fear and danger. Intimate partner violence is a direct threat to maternal health and child well-being, and protecting mothers means confronting that threat with the urgency and action survivors deserve. In working with our PA-1 survivor advocates and organizations, we’ve identified the need for a more connected response—one that recognizes maternal health, child well-being, and survivor safety as inseparable. This bipartisan legislation reflects that work and our shared commitment to standing with survivors, protecting families, and helping save lives,” said Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1). “It’s unacceptable that research linking maternal and child health outcomes to the physical and mental trauma of intimate partner violence is still lacking despite the alarming prevalence of sexual … | 1 | 2026-04-29T06:03:53Z | 2026-04-29T06:05:09Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-cline-introduce-resolution-recognizing-april-undiagnosed | Pocan, Cline Introduce Resolution Recognizing April as Undiagnosed Awareness Month And April 29th as Undiagnosed Day | 2026-04-28 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Ben Cline (VA-06) introduced a resolution to recognize April as Undiagnosed Awareness Month and April 29th as Undiagnosed Day. An estimated 25 million Americans live with rare, ultra-rare, and undiagnosed conditions. Since 2014, the National Institutes of Health and the Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) – a network of over 24 clinical and research sites across the country at premier medical institutions and universities – have discovered 97 previously unknown diseases, made over 1,000 diagnoses, and continue to deliver answers at the cutting edge of biomedical research. “The struggle, sacrifice, and advocacy of the patients and families suffering from undiagnosed diseases must be acknowledged and recognized,” said Congressman Pocan. “Bringing awareness to the millions of Americans undergoing this difficult diagnostic journey is a small but critical step towards building community for those seeking answers, and towards driving better outcomes and research for undiagnosed diseases. I’m thankful to Rep. Cline for joining me in leading this resolution to recognize April as Undiagnosed Awareness Month and April 29th as Undiagnosed Day.” “Millions of Americans live with rare and undiagnosed conditions that can often take countless scans, tests, doctors’ visits, and years to identify," said Rep. Cline. "It is important to bring awareness to the hardships of patients and their families suffering from undiagnosed diseases. I am proud to co-lead a bipartisan resolution to acknowledge and recognize the sacrifice, advocacy, and endurance of patients with undiagnosed diseases.” "Every patient and family deserves the dignity of feeling heard, respected and cared for, including those living with an undiagnosed condition. Despite nearly 1 in 10 people in the United States being impacted by a rare, ultra-rare, or undiagnosed condition they are often isolated and invisible. The journey to a diagnosis is long, traumatic, and costly. Patients often see dozens o… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:19:40Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5924 | Representative Gwen Moore Applauds House Passage of Her Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act | 2026-04-27 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the House voted overwhelmingly to pass Rep. Moore’s Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act. This legislation, co-led with Rep. Lloyd Smucker, will amend the nation’s tax code to ensure survivors of sexual abuse and unwanted and illegal sexual contact do not have to pay taxes on settlement income when they prevail legally against their abuser. “I am beyond thrilled that the House passed the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act. As we recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month, it is a timely moment to advance this legislation. I thank Rep. Smucker for his partnership on this bipartisan bill. This marks a major step toward securing tax parity for survivors of abuse,” said Rep. Gwen Moore (WI-04). “Thank you to my House colleagues for supporting this commonsense bill that ensures survivors of sexual assault receive justice—not a tax bill from the IRS,” said Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11). “I am proud to have worked with Rep. Moore to provide survivors the justice, dignity, and support they deserve. Physical injury doesn’t always reflect the unimaginable trauma survivors endure, and it shouldn’t be required for them to receive the compensation they deserve. I urge my Senate colleagues to take up this meaningful measure and stand with survivors.” Under current law, damages awarded for personal physical injuries or physical sickness are excluded from gross income for federal tax purposes. However, to qualify for this exemption, the IRS requires evidence of a “physical injury,” interpreting the law as requiring visible harm –such as bruising, cuts, or bleeding. This “observable harm” standard can be especially difficult and unjust in cases of sexual assault or sexual contact, where such physical injuries may not be visible or may have already healed. | 1 | 2026-04-28T06:05:12Z | 2026-04-28T06:07:17Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5921 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement Following Visit to See Salah Sarsour | 2026-04-25 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I traveled to Clay County, Indiana, to meet Salah and conduct a wellness check. I had previously met with his family, and they were concerned about his wellbeing. When I saw him, he shared that he was very concerned about his mother, as he is her primary caregiver. Despite this, he was in good spirits. Without any prompting, ICE and law enforcement officials shared that he was a very cooperative and pleasant person. Even in his situation, he was concerned about other detainees and was providing commissary snacks to others who didn’t have money. I shared the U.S. Constitution with him as a reminder that every person is entitled to rights in our country. I believe he was targeted because of his advocacy for Palestinians and his prominence in the Muslim community. I let him know that many community members support him. I shared a letter addressed to Governor Evers and Senator Baldwin, signed by more than 200 Jewish Wisconsinites, expressing their support for Salah Sarsour. I advocated for Salah’s health needs, sharing a checklist that was created by his doctor. It is my hope that he can be released following his hearing, and I will continue advocating for his release. | 1 | 2026-04-26T05:53:47Z | 2026-04-26T05:55:08Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5917 | Moore and Sánchez Lead in Raising Alarm on Department of Treasury Effort to Wrongly Target Immigrants and Overstep Congress | 2026-04-22 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Ways and Means Committee Members Reps. Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Linda Sánchez (CA-38) led a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent following news that the Treasury Department plans to weaponize tax credits to target immigrants and undermine Congress by designating refundable portions of certain tax credits as public benefits under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA). PRWORA’s limitations on eligibility for public benefits restricts which noncitizens can access public benefits but does not apply to tax credits including the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC), and the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC). Treasury’s unprecedented move to expand the reach of that law for the first time to apply to certain refundable tax credits would deprive children and families of critical benefits they are otherwise eligible for and defies congressional intent. In their letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the Members reaffirmed Congress’ authority to write laws, noting: “We are alarmed that the Department of Treasury (Treasury) is planning to usurp Congressional authority and issue regulations that contradict clearly defined statutes in the Internal Revenue. The rules regarding the eligibility criteria for these credits are clearly defined by Congress in the IRC. Congress has modified these credits since PRWORA was enacted (most recently in Public Law 119-21 (2025)) but has never made the changes that Treasury is now proposing. As such, Congress clearly did not intend to import PRWORA’s limits on eligibility for federal public benefits to noncitizens into these credits. Treasury’s announcement suggesting they will seek to reclassify the refundable amount of these credits as a “federal public benefit” would clearly differ from and contradict what Congress has specified in law.” The Members continued: “Treasury must not abuse its discretion to write regulations implementing the IRC by overwriting the requirements clearly outlined in law.”… | 1 | 2026-04-23T05:48:52Z | 2026-04-23T05:50:10Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/defense-spending-reduction-caucus-slams-trumps-15-trillion-war-budget | Defense Spending Reduction Caucus Slams Trump’s $1.5 Trillion War Budget Request | 2026-04-09 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Ilhan Omar (MN-05), co-chairs of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, released the following statement after President Trump submitted the annual Presidential Budget Request to Congress, which called for a $1.5 trillion budget to the Pentagon, a 42% increase from last year, while cutting domestic spending by more than 10%: “Donald Trump’s draconian proposal to boost the Pentagon’s budget beyond the already unthinkable $1 trillion mark, to an even more outrageous $1.5 trillion, could be the most egregious waste of taxpayer dollars we have ever seen. This would be a larger military budget than the next 34 countries combined. At a time when families are paying more to put food on the table, gas in the car, and get the healthcare they deserve, this budget proposal is a giveaway to defense contractors at the expense of the American people. “Additionally, we cannot justify continuing to increase the Pentagon’s budget when the agency cannot even successfully pass a fiscal audit. The lack of accountability and transparency at the Pentagon is simply unacceptable. No other federal agency is allowed to operate this way. It's past time to rein in wasteful spending on ineffective weapons programs, stop rewarding wealthy and powerful defense contractors, and restore fiscal discipline to the Pentagon. We will continue to push for the Pentagon to pass an audit before it wastes another dollar of taxpayer money.” Some of the proposed cuts to non-defense spending to pay for this outrageous increase include: | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:19:40Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5897 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Trump Threats to the Iranian Population | 2026-04-08 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “Congress must rein in President Trump. Now is the time for Republicans to join Democrats in ending his madness. He is unfit to serve as President. He must be removed from office through any possible avenue.” | 1 | 2026-04-09T05:39:42Z | 2026-04-09T05:40:59Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-statement-ice-illegally-holding-salah-sarsour-more-week | Pocan Statement on ICE Illegally Holding Salah Sarsour for More than a Week | 2026-04-06 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after ICE has now illegally held Salah Sarsour, President of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee and a legal permanent resident for more than 30 years with no criminal record, for more than a week: “Over the past year, ICE has waged a campaign of fear and terror in this country. Just last week, they took Salah Sarsour for apparently no reason other than his speaking out against Israel’s unjust war in Gaza and fighting for Palestinian rights. But a week later, we still don’t have any answers from ICE as to why. He’s been a fixture in his community for years and a leader in Milwaukee. It’s long past time for ICE to release him and stop this unjust crusade.” | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:19:40Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5896 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Calls for Immediate Release of Milwaukee Community Leader Salah Sarsour | 2026-04-02 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Milwaukee, WI — Congresswoman Gwen Moore is calling on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to immediately release Salah Sarsour, President of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, following his recent detention. “This is completely unacceptable. Salah Sarsour is a respected leader in the Milwaukee community, and his detention raises serious concerns about the continued targeting of lawful residents based on the color of their skin or their political beliefs. We cannot allow federal agencies like U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to operate in a discriminatory and politically motivated manner, which is why I will keep opposing funding for DHS that allows them to continue to kidnap people and inflict abuse in our communities. I will do everything in my power to bring Salah Sarsour home to his family and community.” | 1 | 2026-04-03T05:34:17Z | 2026-04-06T21:06:43Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5895 | House Republicans Would Rather Play Political Games than Fund Our Government | 2026-03-28 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “The Senate passed legislation unanimously to fund the TSA, Coast Guard, Secret Service, and FEMA. This bipartisan legislation would give Congress more time to negotiate ICE and CBP reforms without denying critical services funding and workers’ paychecks. But instead of bringing that legislation to the House Floor, Speaker Johnson would rather obstruct and deny workers their paychecks. As Members of Congress, we are elected to work together to solve our most pressing issues. I am calling on House Republicans to govern and take up the Senate’s unanimous legislation.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5893 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Celebrates Committee Passage of Her Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act | 2026-03-25 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, the Ways and Means Committee marked up several bills, including Representatives Moore and Smucker’s legislation, the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act (H.R. 2347). This legislation would amend the federal tax code to ensure survivors of sexual abuse and unwanted sexual contact do not have to pay taxes on settlement income when they prevail legally against their abuser. Under current law and practice of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), payments for damages awarded on account of personal physical injuries or physical sickness are exempt from gross income for federal income tax purposes. For purposes of establishing a “physical injury,” the IRS has required that survivors show physical manifestations such as bruising, cuts, or bleeding for the settlement to qualify for tax-free treatment. Providing evidence of observable harm can be especially difficult and unfair to prove in circumstances of sexual acts or sexual contact, not least because these physical injuries may not be visible or have healed. “Every time a survivor comes forward it takes extraordinary courage in the face of personal risk, scrutiny, and cost. Sexual abuse survivors shouldn’t be saddled with a tax bill or have to fight the IRS to qualify for a tax exemption. Our bipartisan legislation secures a critical fix in our tax code. I am so thrilled that the Ways and Means Committee passed this legislation, bringing us closer to obtaining parity to these survivors,” said Rep. Moore. Several organizations supported the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act, including: “The AASC is thrilled to have major progress on HR 2347. We know we still have much work ahead of us to get this bill over the finish line,” said AASC President Brian Schachter. “We are thankful to the bill co-sponsors, Congressman Lloyd Smucker and Congresswoman Gwen Moore for their leadership on this critical issue as well as Chairman Jason Smith for making the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act a top priority.” “This is another positive development towards making the Survi… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5876 | Moore, Carey Lead Bipartisan Effort to Strengthen Foster Youth Program | 2026-03-24 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI) and Mike Carey (R-OH), both members of the Ways and Means Work and Welfare Committee, introduced the Chafee Opportunities for New Networks and Existing Connection Trust (CONNECT) Act. The Chafee program provides supportive services to foster youth aging out of the system, including housing, education, and employment assistance. This bipartisan legislation calls for the Chafee program to focus on helping foster youth develop healthy, supportive relationships with adults and highlights the role that supportive relationships can play in helping individuals succeed. “Healthy, long-term relationships are critical to helping young people through life, especially foster youth aging out of the system. When I attended Marquette University, I relied on a village to help me graduate and raise my baby girl. Foster youth face many challenges and healthy relationships with trusted adults are imperative to a successful transition to adulthood, which is a difficult process for anyone, but especially so for foster youth. Our bipartisan legislation recognizes that it often takes a village and supportive relationships should play a central role in helping foster youth reach their full potential,” said Rep. Moore. “The bipartisan CONNECT Act would empower older foster youth with greater options and increased participation to develop and achieve their personal goals for family reunification, permanent placement, adult independence, or more as they transition into adulthood,” Rep. Carey said. “Additionally, the bill expands options for adult mentorship and peer support services for foster youth and requires the Department of Health and Human Services to issue guidance on these changes to state agencies. I’m proud to support these updates to the Chafee program that will allow foster youths to take a greater role in charting and achieving their individual permanency targets.” “Youth in foster care consistently share how isolating the experience can be, and how peer support and strong family connectio… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/defense-spending-reduction-caucus-slams-pentagons-200-billion-request | Defense Spending Reduction Caucus Slams Pentagon’s $200 Billion Request | 2026-03-19 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Ilhan Omar (MN-05), co-chairs of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, released the following statement after reporting that the Pentagon will request an additional $200 billion to fight their illegal war with Iran: “It is preposterous for the White House and the Pentagon to think of requesting any defense money from Congress while waging a war we never authorized, let alone $200 billion. Recent reporting has shown that this war is already costing American taxpayers between $1 and $2 billion a day and has caused the deaths of 13 servicemembers, nearly 1,500 Iranian civilians, and dozens of civilians throughout the Middle East. Donald Trump owns this war. He walked us into this catastrophic and deeply unpopular war. “This is a war of choice with no apparent endgame. Instead of getting us into another quagmire, this money could go towards lowering costs for Americans, including by fully funding the ACA tax credits, feeding hungry kids, and taking care of our veterans. It is deeply shameful that Republicans always find money for wars, but are unable to allocate funds to take care of the American people. Congress should immediately reject this request.” | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:18:47Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5875 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Governor Evers for Expanding Postpartum Medicaid Coverage in Wisconsin | 2026-03-18 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore released the following statement applauding Governor Evers for delivering on his commitment to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage for new mothers across Wisconsin. “This is a life-saving step forward for mothers and babies across our state. I want to thank Governor Evers for being a true partner in this effort and for his continued commitment to maternal health equity. For far too long, due to Republican obstruction, new moms in Wisconsin faced a dangerous gap in care, with coverage ending just 60 days after giving birth. Extending coverage to 12 months ensures that mothers can access critical care during the full postpartum period, including treatment for mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and other complications that too often go unaddressed. Extending postpartum coverage to a full year is especially critical for Black mothers, who continue to face disproportionately high rates of maternal mortality and complications. Closing the coverage gap is a vital step toward addressing those disparities and ensuring that every mother has the care she needs.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5859 | Moore, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, and Kim Urge IRS to Reduce Tax Burdens for Domestic Abuse Survivors | 2026-03-06 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), and Young Kim (R-CA), Chairs of the Bipartisan Working Group to End Domestic Violence, called on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to use its discretionary authority to revise Revenue Procedure 2020-46 to facilitate the process by which survivors of domestic abuse may avoid taxation for missing the 60-day deadline to roll over retirement funds. In a letter to the IRS, Representative Moore and her colleagues urged the agency to add domestic abuse to the list of permissible reasons individuals may self-certify when requesting a waiver of the 60-day rollover requirement for retirement account distributions. While the IRS already allows self-certification for reasons such as incarceration, death in the family, or postal errors, domestic abuse is not currently included. “Domestic violence upends every aspect of a survivor’s life,” said Rep. Moore. “As survivors work to heal and rebuild their lives, the federal government should remove barriers,” Moore said. “No survivor should be taxed or penalized because they were prioritizing their safety over a filing deadline.” “Domestic abuse is not only physical—it is often financial, leaving survivors cut off from the accounts, documents, and resources they need to rebuild their independence. Economic coercion is a powerful tool of control, and it can make rigid administrative deadlines impossible to meet. Federal policy should reflect that reality. The IRS has the authority to address this gap and ensure survivors are not unfairly penalized for circumstances created by their abuser, and we will continue pushing for that change,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. The Members emphasized that economic abuse is a pervasive tactic used by harm-doers to exert control. Survivors may be denied access to bank accounts, retirement accounts, passwords, or other critical documents necessary to complete a timely rollover. “When abusers withhold access to financial information or resources, survivors may … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5856 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Opposes Blank Funding to DHS, Continues Push for Reforms | 2026-03-05 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I cannot support legislation that allows DHS abuses to continue in our communities. After waging an illegal war with Iran and allowing a rogue ICE to abuse citizens, Republicans are refusing to work with Democrats to ensure hardworking TSA agents, FEMA staff and Coast Guard are paid. Instead, they are trying to exploit this moment, blocking Democrats from advancing a bill that secures meaningful reform for DHS. I am calling on Republicans to work with Democrats and secure the changes our constituents are calling for.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5857 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes in Support of War Powers Resolution | 2026-03-05 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “The Trump administration has again launched the U.S. into a reckless war without congressional authorization, and it’s only intensifying with talks of sending in U.S. ground troops. In speaking to Congress and the American people, the Administration has failed to offer any clear end goals or sound rationale. This is a war of choice that is endangering service members and U.S. citizens in the region, and tragically, taken lives. I mourn for the six U.S. service members who have been killed so far, and my heart goes out to those service members who are injured. Congress must act now to prevent the war from escalating further. While Trump disregards Congress and Republicans acquiesce their power to the President, I supported this War Powers Resolution to reassert our constitutional authority and end this war.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5873 | Moore, Garcia, Scholten Lead Effort to Commemorate School Social Work Week and Increase Pipeline of School Social Workers | 2026-03-04 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Hillary Scholten (MI-03), and Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) introduced a bill recognizing March 2nd – March 6th as School Social Work Week and legislation establishing a grant program to recruit and retain school social workers. “School social workers provide critical services to our students, including mental health care. With so many of our young people facing mental health struggles, we must address the shortage of these social workers in our schools, so students don’t feel alone and can access the support they need. Our legislation helps our students and recognizes school social workers’ life-changing work in our communities,” said Rep. Moore. “Every single day, school social workers across the country work tirelessly to help students overcome mental health challenges, bullying, and stress both inside and outside of the classroom. When I worked as a social worker, I saw firsthand how the support of school social workers improved the lives of children, their families, and the broader community. As Chair of the Congressional Social Work Caucus, I’m proud to support the following legislation recognizing School Social Work Week and to advocate for more professionals in schools. I encourage everyone to thank our school social workers, because their success plays a vital role in shaping our future leaders,” said Rep. Garcia. “During School Social Work Week, we recognize the incredible school social workers across West Michigan and our whole country who show up for our students every day,” said Rep. Scholten. “At a time when so many young people are facing mental health challenges, school social workers provide critical support that helps students feel safe and supported. Their work removes barriers, connects families with vital resources, and helps create an environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive. I’m proud to lead this effort to make sure their services are available to every student who needs them, and I’m grateful for their deep commitment to our communi… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:05:58Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-khanna-schakowsky-reintroduce-bill-strengthen-medicare-define | Pocan, Khanna, Schakowsky Reintroduce Bill to Strengthen Medicare, Define Alternative Plans | 2026-03-04 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Ro Khanna (CA-17), and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) reintroduced the “Save Medicare Act.” This bill renames so-called “Medicare Advantage” plans, prohibits private insurers from using “Medicare” in plan titles or advertisements, and imposes significant fines for any insurer that engages in this deceptive practice. Many cable news watchers get inundated with commercials for private healthcare plans during the open enrollment period. Because of that, Reps. Pocan, Khanna, and Schakowsky previously filmed a video explaining why Medicare Advantage is not Medicare. “Only Medicare is Medicare. It is one of the most popular and essential services the government provides,” Congressman Pocan said. “Private, so-called ‘Medicare’ plans run by private insurers undermine traditional Medicare and create confusion. They often leave patients without the benefits they need while overcharging the federal government for corporate profit. This bill makes clear what is – and what is not – Medicare, and ensures this essential program will continue to serve seniors and other Americans for generations to come.” “It’s time to be honest about Medicare Advantage," said Congressman Ro Khanna. “It’s a private insurance program that too often boosts profits by limiting coverage, while the name itself misleads seniors into thinking it’s traditional Medicare. That’s wrong. This legislation will stop private insurers from cashing in on the Medicare name. We should be working to protect and expand real Medicare instead.” “Let’s be clear: Medicare Advantage is not Medicare. These private insurance plans use Medicare’s trusted name while too often denying medically necessary care, restricting providers, and overcharging taxpayers by billions. That is unacceptable. We have seen insurers exploit the system to boost profits at the expense of seniors," said Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. "This crucial legislation will end deceptive marketing and ensure beneficiaries understand the differenc… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:18:47Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5855 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on U.S.- Israel Strikes on Iran | 2026-02-28 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I object to this lawless military operation in Iran. The Administration’s decision to pursue these operations without congressional authorization again demonstrates Trump’s inability to engage in diplomacy and respect Congress as a co-equal branch of government. Bombs are not a substitute for long-term strategy and diplomacy. As evident in June’s strikes, dropping bombs in Iran did not yield results or halt their nuclear ambitions, and will not produce those outcomes now. But now founding members of the ‘Board of Peace’ are bombing the Iranian people, who have already suffered so much at the hands of their government. In authorizing these strikes without Congress, the candidate who campaigned on peace is now bent on starting wars. Congress should have acted after the first ill-advised attack. Speaker Johnson must allow a vote on the War Powers Resolution to stop another forever war." | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5874 | Representatives Gwen Moore and David Schweikert Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Tribal Communities | 2026-02-26 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) and David Schweikert (R-AZ-01) introduced the Tribal Tax Investment and Reform Act of 2026, H.R. 7705, legislation to ensure that tribal governments can access tax programs and economic incentives on an equal basis with state and local governments. “Tribal governments have faced unfair hurdles when trying to finance economic development projects and meet pressing needs in their communities. This legislation honors tribal sovereignty and our trust obligations by providing parity in the tax code between tribal governments and state and local governments. For example, we make it easier to support public infrastructure projects and build affordable housing like state and local governments can. I am proud to partner with my fellow Ways and Means colleague, Rep. David Schweikert, in advancing this important legislation.” said Rep. Moore. “Right now the tax code treats tribal governments like an afterthought instead of governments with the same basic responsibilities as states and counties. When tribes cannot use the same bond tools, housing credits and investment incentives everyone else takes for granted, projects stall and growth in Indian Country falls behind. This bill starts to clean that up so tribal governments can finance infrastructure, housing and private investment under clear, predictable rules. I am grateful to work with Representative Moore on a reform that respects tribal self-government and focuses on real economic opportunity instead of red tape,” said Rep. Schweikert. “The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) applauds the introduction of the Tribal Tax and Investment Reform Act of 2025 in the U.S. House of Representatives, led by Congresswoman Gwen Moore and her bipartisan colleagues. This legislation represents a crucial advancement in recognizing Tribal sovereignty within the federal tax code and ensuring Tribal governments have equitable access to tax credits, bonds, and other investment tools needed to strengthen Tribal self-determination and… | 1 | 2026-04-02T05:33:17Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-introduces-resolution-recognizing-hiv-not-crime-awareness-day | Pocan Introduces Resolution Recognizing “HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day” | 2026-02-25 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), Chair of the HIV/AIDS Caucus, introduced the HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day resolution, which recognizes nationwide February 28 as “HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness Day.” This is a call to action to end the criminalization of people living with HIV and to promote science-based public health policy. “In 2026, it should not be a crime to live with HIV, but in nearly 3/4ths of the states, there are still HIV-specific exposure or transmission laws, and more than half of the states impose enhanced criminal penalties based solely on a person’s HIV status. That is wrong. It’s long past time to remove the stigma of HIV/AIDS. This resolution will encourage the repeal of outdated laws, promote medically accurate HIV education, and support increased funding for prevention, treatment, and care. Having a disease should not be a crime. Plain and simple.” Co-sponsors include: Mark Pocan (WI-02), Steve Cohen (TN-09), Danny Davis (IL-07), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), Gwen Moore (WI-04), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Delia Ramirez (IL-03), Mark Takano (CA-39), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Robin Kelly (IL-02) Endorsing organizations include: Advocates for Youth, AIDS United, ANEA Coalition, Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation, Equality Federation, Health Not Prisons Collective, HIV Medicine Association, HIV+Hepatitis Policy Institute, National Working Positive Coalition, National Working Positive Coalition, PWN-NYS, Ribbon-A Center of Excellence, SAGE, Save HIV Funding Campaign, SIECUS: Sex Ed for Social Change, Strategies for High Impact, The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, U.S. People Living with HIV Caucus, ALINT Consulting, Association of Nurses in AIDS Care, Florida National Organization for Women, Miss Trans Star National, NASTAD, NHAAN, NMAC, Positive Women's Network-USA, PrEP4All, Pwn-Pa, RiseUpToHIV, SisterReach, The 6:52 Project Foundation, The Center for HIV Law and Policy, The Sero Project, The Well Project, Treatment Actio… | 1 | 2026-06-24T06:25:30Z | 2026-06-24T06:26:49Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5853 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Welcomes U.S. Supreme Court Decision on President Trump’s Tariffs | 2026-02-20 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I welcome this decision, which reaffirms Congress’s constitutional authority to impose tariffs. Since the start of this Administration, Trump has failed to acknowledge that Congress is a coequal branch of government. While there are other statutes which the President may use to try and pursue this misguided tariff policy, this ruling is clear that he misused the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to claim a ‘national emergency’ and impose reckless, illegal tariffs that Congress did not authorize. As a result, the President’s chaotic trade policy has created economic pain for small businesses, higher prices for working families, and harmed relations with key allies. As many Republicans stood idly by, Ways and Means Democrats have pushed back against these tariffs to reassert their congressional authority.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5852 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Announces State of the Union Guest | 2026-02-19 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I’m excited to invite Kara Pitt-D’Andrea, Executive Director of Milwaukee’s Renaissance Child Development Center, to the State of the Union. As a small business leader, Kara has seen firsthand how ACA premium tax credits provide affordable health care and economic stability for working families and early childhood educators, including several members of her own team. As she continues to advocate for extending these credits, she brings the perspective of both an employer and marketplace participant to the State of the Union.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5849 | Moore, Yakym Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Increase Access to Homeownership | 2026-02-12 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) and Representative Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02) introduced bipartisan legislation to help working families afford their first mortgages. The Affordable Housing Bond Enhancement Act (H.R. 7414) makes improvements to the Mortgage Revenue Bond (MRB) and Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) programs that make first-time homeownership possible for thousands of families every year. Since the programs’ inception, nearly 4 million families who earn below the area median income have become homeowners for the first time. Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) has used MRBs to help more than 130,000 Wisconsinites purchase a home and has issued MCCs to just over 2,100 households.” “We need to fully leverage every resource to bring the dream of homeownership to more families, including in Milwaukee, where racial disparities in homeownership remain stark,” Rep. Moore said. “Since their inception, the Mortgage Revenue Bond (MRB) and Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) have helped 4 million low- and moderate-income families become homeowners. Our bicameral, bipartisan legislation makes important enhancements to these long-standing programs, so they can better serve Americans and their families.” “For too many first-time buyers, the American Dream of homeownership is slipping further out of reach,” Rep. Yakym said. “Updating these bonds and tax credits will help reduce interest costs and make it easier for hardworking Hoosiers to achieve that dream.” “The National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) thanks Representatives Rudy Yakym and Gwen Moore for taking the lead on this commonsense legislation to increase bond resources for affordable housing and make homeownership more affordable for working families,” Stockton Williams, Executive Director of NCSHA said. “Mortgage Revenue Bonds and Mortgage Credit Certificates historically have been the state housing finance agencies primary tool for financing affordable homeownership opportunities for low-and moderate-income households,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5850 | Moore, Dingell, Fitzpatrick, and Kim Introduce Resolution Designating February 2026 as “National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month” | 2026-02-12 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Rep. Young Kim (R-CA), co-chairs of the Bipartisan Working Group to End Domestic Violence, introduced a resolution designating February 2026 as “National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.” “Our bipartisan resolution recognizes teen dating violence as a public health crisis and highlights the importance of providing education and culturally specific outreach to teens on healthy relationships. These efforts can support their well-being, help prevent intimate partner violence, and equip teens with skills that serve them through adulthood,” said Rep. Gwen Moore. "Approximately 1 in 12 high school students -1 in 5 girls and 1 in 10 boys- experience some sort of abuse from a dating partner. Yet, many parents and educators don't talk to teenagers about dating violence,” said Rep. Debbie Dingell. "This resolution shines a light on the tragic short- and long-term impacts of teen dating violence. It is critical for teens to understand what healthy relationships look like, and to know where they can turn for help if they feel unsafe.” “There is no higher priority than the safety and well-being of our children,” said Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick. “Teen dating violence is a serious and preventable threat affecting young people in every community across our nation. We cannot accept it, and we cannot ignore it. We must confront it directly by speaking openly, acting early, and ensuring every family and every school has the tools needed to stop abuse before it takes root. Our message is unmistakable: prevention is possible, accountability matters, and the safety of our children will always come first.” “Teen dating violence is a preventable crisis affecting young people in every community,” said Rep. Young Kim. “Recognizing February as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month shines a light on this issue and sends a clear message: every teen deserves to feel safe, respected, and protected. I’m proud… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-biggs-introduce-audit-pentagon-act | Pocan, Biggs Introduce Audit the Pentagon Act | 2026-02-12 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), co-founder and co-chair of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, and U.S. Representative Andy Biggs (AZ-05) introduced the Audit the Pentagon Act, which aims to increase transparency and accountability in the defense budget. As of December 2025, the Pentagon has failed its 8th consecutive audit. According to a recent GAO report, the Department of Defense (DOD) continues to be unable to account for billions of dollars' worth of assets. “For a department that gets more than $1 trillion a year, it’s essential that they be able to pass a financial audit,” said Congressman Pocan. “After eight consecutive failed audits, the Defense Department remains the only federal agency to have never passed an audit. The Audit the Pentagon Act will create a powerful incentive for the Department to get its fiscal house in order, or otherwise face funding reductions. The Pentagon has a history of little accountability while pouring billions into weapons systems that just don't work properly, and it’s past time they be held accountable for this irresponsible stewardship of taxpayer funds.” “For years, the Pentagon has failed audit after audit while Congress continues to write blank checks. That’s unacceptable,” said Congressman Biggs. “The American people demand accountability for every taxpayer dollar—especially when we’re spending more than $1 trillion on our defense annually, and we’re facing a $38 trillion national debt. The Audit the Pentagon Act imposes tangible consequences for bureaucratic failure. A strong national defense demands both readiness and fiscal responsibility. The era of endless excuses must end.” This bipartisan legislation would provide the basis for critical fiscal reforms within the Department of Defense by imposing consequences on agencies and elements that fail audits. Specifically, it would administer a 0.5% cut to the budget of any office at the Pentagon that does not achieve an unqualified opinion on its full financial statements for t… | 1 | 2026-06-11T06:38:38Z | 2026-06-11T06:41:07Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5845 | Moore, Dingell Express Concern Over Pausing Funding Over Domestic Violence and Rape Prevention | 2026-02-11 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI) and Debbie Dingell (MI-06), co-chairs of the Bipartisan Working Group to End Domestic Violence, sent a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. to express serious concerns about potential pauses for the only federal funds dedicated to the primary prevention of domestic and sexual based violence – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Rape Prevention and Education (RPE) and the Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancement and Leadership Through Alliance (DELTA). “A grant recipient shared that, per a call with staff with Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) staff, all but 12 states have had their funding for these programs denied due to not following the President’s Executive Order issued on August 7, 2025, ‘Improving Oversight of Federal Grantmaking’,” the lawmakers write. “They shared that they were instructed by staff to make changes to their documentation in order to comply with the Executive Order and receive the funding, and were given only five days to make these “corrections”. “This directive lacks necessary clarity and threatens to create economic instability for recipients that rely on this funding,” the lawmakers continue. “These critical programs are evidence based, successful, and require this funding from the CDC to help local grantees implement their work. “These vital, often life-saving programs need adequate resources to serve our communities,” the lawmakers conclude. “Domestic and sexual violence can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time and it is critical we have programs in place to not only respond to violence after it happens, but also to get to the root of the problem and learn how to prevent it from occurring at all. Investment in prevention of domestic and sexual violence bolsters the health and safety of our communities. Continued interruptions to these grant programs will undermine our nation’s public health response to domestic and sexual violence.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5843 | Moore, LaHood Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Access to Housing for Foster Youth | 2026-02-10 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) introduced the Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act. This legislation aims to help youth transitioning out of foster care obtain housing by partnering with states and local services to better coordinate housing vouchers and opportunities. “We must boost investments in our foster youth and foster families. That is one of my priorities as co-chair of the bipartisan Caucus on Foster Youth, and why I joined Rep. LaHood in introducing the Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act. Our bill would help improve coordination between existing housing programs at HUD and child welfare systems while providing states more flexibility to use Chafee funds to help cover housing-related costs and services for foster youth as they age out. These efforts will better support foster youth and their long-term stability,” said Congresswoman Moore. "As Chairman of the Work and Welfare Subcommittee, I take seriously our responsibility to ensure that future generations have the best chance to succeed," said Congressman LaHood. "I thank Congresswoman Moore for her leadership and joining me to introduce the Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act to better help youth transitioning out of foster care find stable housing. We must continue our work to uplift the most vulnerable among us and provide them with resources to pursue the American Dream." Bill Highlights: Improves access to housing by strengthening coordination with federal Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) vouchers available through public housing agencies. Allows Chafee funds to be used for housing supportive services outside of the existing 30% cap on “room or board,” provides flexibility to determine the cap based on a rolling average over five years, and aligns age eligibility with FYI vouchers. Background: Nearly 35 percent of former foster youth experienced homelessness by age 21. Lack of stable housing is one of the biggest barriers to adulthood for transition-age foster youth. The Foste… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/all-14-pocans-earmarks-now-signed-law | All 14 of Pocan's Earmarks Now Signed into Law | 2026-02-04 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | February 4, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement after 14 of his earmarks have now been signed into law as part of the FY2026 government funding process: “These projects provide a major investment in our region, helping our economy and making a real difference in communities across Wisconsin and the country,” said Congressman Pocan. “I’m pleased that 14 Community Project Funding awards for Wisconsin’s 2nd Congressional District have now been signed into law. These projects will reach all over the district, and I look forward to seeing their impact for years to come.” The FY26 Appropriations bills include a number of provisions benefiting Wisconsin’s 2nd Congressional District, including: $1,200,000 for the Great Sauk State Trail Bicycle Rail Trail Connection Project: to support completing 20+ years of work to create the rail to trail corridor across Sauk County, linking vital major trails together and providing development that creates vibrant and diverse community economies. $1,031,000 for the UW-Madison Entrepreneurship Science Lab’s Statistical Analysis for Rapid Commercialization of University Ideas and Research (STARCUIR) Initiative: to generate new research at UW-Madison that can be applied to increase the number of economically impactful companies formed in Madison and across the state of Wisconsin by students and recent graduates of UW-Madison. $1,031,000 for the UW-Madison Criminal Justice Forensic Assistance Project: to support a Criminal Justice Forensic Assistance Project within the Law School, which improves and aids the criminal justice system through forensic analysis, DNA testing, and expert research. $1,000,000 for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County: for an initiative focused on guiding youth away from incarceration, improving their overall well-being, and fostering their career and educational goals. $1,000,000 for Madison Area Rehabilitation Centers (MARC), Inc.… | 1 | 2026-06-11T06:38:38Z | 2026-06-11T06:41:07Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5840 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Pushes for Meaningful Change at Department of Homeland Security | 2026-02-03 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “My constituents are concerned about ICE’s increasingly cruel tactics directed at too many communities around the country, including our neighbors in Minnesota. I echo their concerns, which is why I voted ‘No’ on a full year DHS funding bill last month, and this legislation to keep funding DHS through February 13, 2026, without any meaningful reforms. DHS is rogue and needs meaningful change, and unfortunately, simply maintaining the status quo will not meet the moment or respond to the cries from our communities. I will continue to push for legislation that actually helps make our communities safer and bring real accountability and reforms to DHS.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5841 | Representative Gwen Moore Joins Colleagues in Reintroducing Bipartisan Legislation to Support Survivors of Domestic Violence | 2026-02-03 | 2026 | 2026-02 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC— U.S. Representative Gwen Moore joined her colleagues in reintroducing the bipartisan Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act of 2026 (FVPSA). The bill will reauthorize and expand funding for programs focused on supporting survivors and preventing family and domestic violence. These programs are the only federal funding sources under the Department of Health and Human Services dedicated to providing domestic violence prevention services. The legislation is co-led in the House by Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI-04), Lucy McBath (D-GA-06), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), and Young Kim (R-CA-40).Companion legislation is led by Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE). “In the face of danger and distress, many victims are left defenseless with no secure place to turn. This bipartisan bill would reauthorize several critical federal efforts to prevent domestic violence and support survivors, including to provide access to temporary shelter for those who need it the most. I will continue to be a champion for survivors, to work to end domestic violence, and call on policymakers from both sides of the aisle to support the Family Violence Prevention Services Improvement Act of 2026,” said Rep. Gwen Moore. “The anguish of far too many survivors of domestic violence is a painful and unshakeable reminder of our fundamental need to put an end to it. We must do all we can to keep children and families safe, and we are long past due for a reauthorization of these vital programs,” said Rep. Lucy McBath. “This bill helps provide survivors a way up, a way out, and a way forward—answering the call of state, local, and tribal leadership for more resources and increased funding to help end domestic violence. I thank my colleagues for their continued support." “This bill strengthens our response to domestic violence by increasing funding, updating outdated policies, and making sure more survivors can actually access help,” said Senator Lisa Murkowski. “It supports Tribal communitie… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:03:58Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5828 | Moore, Shaheen, Baldwin, McBath, and Dingell Reintroduce Legislation to Support Pregnant and Postpartum Mothers | 2026-01-23 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representative Gwen Moore (WI-04), alongside Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Reps. Lucy McBath (GA-06), and Debbie Dingell (MI-06), reintroduced the Mental Health and Making Access More Affordable (MAMA) Act, H.R. 7227, legislation to make mental health and substance use disorder services for pregnant and postpartum women more affordable. The bill builds on urgent national efforts to confront the maternal health crisis by ensuring that private and public health care plans that cover mental health care and substance use treatment provide that care without a copay. “Maternal mental health conditions — including depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders — are among the most common complications of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period affecting hundreds of thousands of families every year. Yet cost remains one of the biggest barriers to treatment, particularly for low-income individuals and people of color,” said Rep. Moore. “The Mental Health and MAMA Act will help break down those barriers, so that mothers, parents, and caregivers can get the support they need, when they need it most.” “In recent years, we’ve seen that pregnant women and new moms across the country face an escalating and deeply worrying mental health crisis. At the federal level, there’s much more we can do to make sure that expectant and new mothers have the resources and support services they need as they navigate life with a newborn,” said Senator Shaheen. “I’m proud to be introducing this bicameral bill alongside a group of my colleagues who understand the urgent need for more women to access a full range of mental health and substance use disorder services so that they—and their families—can thrive.” “We know pregnancy and postpartum can be extremely difficult, but too many expecting and new mothers still do not have access to the mental health care and support for addiction they need during these critical months,” said Senator Baldwin. “I’m proud to support this commonsense legislation … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5827 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes No on Providing Billions More to Immigration Enforcement | 2026-01-22 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Moore voted against the 2026 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Appropriations bill and released the following statement: “Despite repeated efforts by House and Senate Democrats to push for stronger accountability provisions, this bill fails to rein in a rogue agency that is creating fear in our communities, trampling on due process, detaining U.S. citizens, and using cruel and unnecessary tactics that consistently flout the law. For instance, this legislation allows DHS to continue immigration operations in sensitive locations, such as schools, places of worship, and hospitals. It fails to require immigration officials to wear identification or to limit the use of masks by those officials unless absolutely necessary. It doesn’t secure strong requirements that ICE comply with use of force guidelines to address too many instances of excessive use of force. The bill also wouldn’t block the detention of American citizens. At the end of the day, this bill fails to implement any meaningful reforms that would protect our communities while still allowing for enforcement of our immigration laws. Without these and other key reforms that Congress can enact using its power of the purse, I remain concerned that these abuses will only continue in our communities. We owe it to our communities to do more. After Republicans voted for $190 billion in additional funding for immigration enforcement in their so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill without any safeguards, I cannot support a bill that provides more funds to immigration enforcement.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-introduces-bill-make-it-easier-access-lifesaving-prep | Pocan Introduces Bill to Make it Easier to Access Lifesaving PrEP | 2026-01-21 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), Chair of the HIV/AIDS Caucus, introduced the PrEP Access Act, a bill that would allow Medicare beneficiaries to receive screening of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) services at their pharmacy. Currently, the only way to access PrEP and PEP is through a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider. Taking PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV from sexual exposure by 99 percent. “As chair of the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus, this bill just makes sense,” Rep. Pocan said. “We’ve made great strides in fighting this disease, but there is still more we can do. Making it easier for people to screen for this disease and access preventive medicine, rather than making folks go through hoops, is the right thing to do. Although prevention tools such as PrEP and PEP have transformed our ability to prevent HIV, access remains uneven and critically underutilized. We should be utilizing all available resources to bring this lifesaving medication to patients, including pharmacies.” “The PrEP Access Act ensures Medicare beneficiaries can receive lifesaving HIV prevention services where and when they need them. States already authorize pharmacists to screen and furnish PrEP and PEP—this legislation guarantees Medicare coverage so patients can receive timely pharmacist-provided care, which can mean the difference between preventing HIV or facing lifelong infection. I commend the leadership of Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus Chair Rep. Mark Pocan (WI-2) and the other caucus members, and I urge Congress to act now and pass this bill to save lives and help end HIV by 2030,” stated Michael D. Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, FFIP, CEO, American Pharmacists Association (APhA). Text of the legislation can be found here. Co-sponsors include: Mark Pocan (WI-02), Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Madeleine Dean (PA-04), Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), Robert Garcia (CA-42), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Hank Johnson (GA-04), Delia Rami… | 1 | 2026-05-27T06:38:34Z | 2026-05-27T06:40:17Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-urges-wi-hospitals-resume-providing-gender-affirming-care | Pocan Urges WI Hospitals to Resume Providing Gender Affirming Care | 2026-01-16 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) sent letters to UW Health and Children’s Wisconsin expressing his sincere disappointment that both systems decided to stop providing gender affirming care to patients under the age of 18, despite the fact that there is currently no legal requirement to do so. Refusing to provide this care while it remains legal shows they are choosing to operate more as political organizations than as healthcare institutions. These two hospital systems recently stopped providing gender affirming care for minors after the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a proposed rule alongside a Declaration from the Department of Health and Human Services, which sought to force healthcare providers to immediately stop providing gender affirming care to youth under 18 or risk exclusion from participation in federal healthcare programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. However, due to ongoing litigation, in which the State of Wisconsin is a party, hospitals are currently still able to provide this care. Despite this, Children’s Wisconsin and UW Health have not yet resumed providing gender affirming care for patients under the age of 18. The letters strongly urge each hospital system to immediately resume providing this critical, and often lifesaving care, pending any legal ruling that would jeopardize their ability to participate in federal healthcare programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. Pocan’s letters are as follows: “I’m writing to express my sincere disappointment that UW Health [and Children’s Wisconsin] have decided to stop providing gender affirming care to patients under the age of 18, despite the fact that there is currently no legal requirement to do so. Refusing to provide this care while it remains legal shows you are choosing to operate as more of a political organization than a healthcare institution. I strongly urge you to immediately resume providing this medically necessary and often lifesaving care pending a legal ruling in Oregon et al. v. Kenn… | 1 | 2026-05-21T06:28:16Z | 2026-05-21T06:29:43Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/defense-spending-reduction-caucus-slams-pentagons-8th-failed-audit | Defense Spending Reduction Caucus Slams Pentagon’s 8th Failed Audit | 2026-01-14 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Ilhan Omar (MN-05), co-chairs of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, released the following statement after the Pentagon announced it failed its eighth consecutive audit late last month: “It’s rich that just weeks after the Pentagon failed its eighth consecutive audit, Donald Trump called for boosting the Pentagon’s budget beyond the already unthinkable $1 trillion mark, to an even more outrageous $1.5 trillion. We cannot justify continuing to increase the Pentagon’s budget when the agency cannot even successfully pass a fiscal audit. The lack of accountability and transparency at the Pentagon is simply unacceptable, yet Congress continues to pour more and more taxpayer dollars into the agency each year. No other federal agency would be allowed to operate this way. It's past time to rein in wasteful spending on ineffective weapons programs, stop rewarding wealthy and powerful defense contractors, and restore fiscal discipline to the Pentagon.” Every federal department is required to conduct an annual audit; however, it took years for the Pentagon to complete its first one in 2018, and after eight attempts, it still has not passed. | 1 | 2026-04-29T06:03:53Z | 2026-04-29T06:05:09Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5826 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Passage of Crime Victim Fund Legislation | 2026-01-13 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Last evening, the House passed the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R. 909), which addresses recent shortages in Victim of Crime Act (VOCA) funds that have resulted in cuts to programs that help domestic violence survivors in our communities. H.R. 909 would provide additional revenues for this program by mandating that excess funds the government receives from civil monetary penalties against those who have defrauded the government under the False Claims Act fund VOCA through FY 2029. “VOCA funding supports emergency shelters, crisis intervention, legal assistance, and other programs for vulnerable victims of violence. But for too long, states, including Wisconsin, were forced to close federal funding gaps, impacting vital service organizations in our community. I was pleased to support legislation that helps replenish VOCA funds. After enduring years of VOCA cuts, I urge the Senate to take up this legislation immediately to support victim service organizations and those they serve.” Background The Crime Victims Fund was established in 1984 and collects fines, settlements, and penalties from criminals and redirects those funds to victim service organizations, serving 6 million victims each year. Deposits into the Fund fluctuate from year to year, including consistent declines in recent years that have, resulted in lower funding for grants to community-based organizations. In Wisconsin and nationwide, these cuts hurt victim service organizations who were forced to cut staff and limit programs. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5825 | Moore, Welch, Chu Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Bolster SNAP Benefits for Social Security Recipients | 2026-01-09 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI-04), U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and U.S. Representative Judy Chu (CA-28) reintroduced the COLAs Don’t Count Act, bicameral legislation, H.R. 6986, to allow households utilizing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - Foodshare in Wisconsin - to deduct annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) from their income when calculating eligibility and benefits under the food assistance program. Railroad retirement and veterans’ benefit COLAs and state supplementation program payments would similarly be exempt. “For individuals and American families who rely on Social Security, SSI, and SNAP, the annual Social Security COLA increase can deliver economic support especially as inflation remains too high in our country. At the same time, the COLA can result in cuts to critical food assistance. Our legislation would exempt the Social Security COLA from being counted as income for purposes of determining SNAP eligibility and the benefit amount,” said Rep. Moore. “This is similar to existing exemptions of many other federal benefits, which work to protect SNAP benefits for vulnerable Americans. As Republicans cut SNAP and food insecurity grows, Congress needs to advance this legislation to strengthen SNAP and help families keep food on the table.” “Nearly 70,000 Vermonters rely on SNAP for vital hunger assistance, so it’s essential this program accurately captures the financial reality of those who need it. Yet we’re seeing SNAP recipients lose out on vital benefits because of outdated requirements that don’t account for modern financial hardships,” said Senator Welch. “We need to update SNAP to help families put food on the table and keep up with rising costs.” “Social Security’s annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are supposed to help our most vulnerable Americans, including seniors and Veterans, keep up with the rising cost of basic necessities. But for too many Americans, those COLA increases cause them to receive lower monthl… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5822 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Slams Trump Administration Effort to Hurt Families, Target Blue States | 2026-01-08 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | The Trump administration announced an indiscriminate and harmful freeze on over $12 billion in critical child care funding in all states and another $8 billion in Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF program), the Child Care and Development Fund, and Social Services Block grant funding for California, Illinois, New York, Minnesota and Colorado, without any evidence justifying such an extraordinary action. The five states use the now-frozen funding to serve more than 2.5 million children, families, and seniors, providing services ranging from childcare and cash assistance to adult protective services and foster care. In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “The Trump administration is weaponizing unverified fraud allegations to hurt low-income families in so-called ‘blue’ states. These programs help vulnerable families, including Trump supporters, access childcare, educational support, and job training, in addition to affording basic living expenses. Without them, eligible families will struggle to access services and supports, causing uncertainty and leaving them in limbo. Childcare is an important employment enabler but quality, affordable care is often hard to find, especially for lower income families. It’s clear that this Administration only uses allegations of fraud as a political tool. And once again, these political games show the Administration’s blatant disregard for Congress’s power of the purse. This is not about fraud. And it is certainly not about acting in the best interest of the families who will be hurt by this arbitrary action. Unfortunately, it is those individuals and families who are already struggling the most with high energy, food, and grocery costs and who are most vulnerable to a sluggish labor market that will suffer because of this action. I expect legal challenges in the future, and I hope they stop these cruel, ill-advised efforts.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5823 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Safeguard Affordable Health Care for 24 Million Americans | 2026-01-08 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Thanks to Republican obstruction, Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits expired on December 31st. Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore voted to pass legislation resulting from a successful discharge petition that she supported, which would provide a clean three-year extension of critical ACA enhanced premium tax credits. “I believe that health care is a human right. The ACA remains a lifesaving resource for millions, including many in our community. Today I voted to protect affordable health care for 24 million Americans. This action is long overdue. I am pleased that several Republicans helped this bill reach the Floor and pass this chamber. Their support remains critical moving forward. With these credits now expired, it’s past time that Republican leadership in both chambers join us in helping restore access to affordable health care.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5824 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Passage of FY 2026 Funding Legislation, Including Funding to Strengthen VAWA Services | 2026-01-08 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, the House considered and passed an appropriations package (H.R. 6938) including three long overdue FY 2026 funding bills for the Department of Commerce, Justice, and Science, for the Department of Interior and EPA, and for Energy and Water. In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “This funding package includes important provisions that support domestic survivors and reject many of the President’s FY 2026 budget cuts for a wide range of science, environmental, and other programs vital to our region. While it is far from perfect, I was proud to vote for its passage. This legislation would provide $720 million for the Department of Justice’s Violence Against Women’s Act programs, an increase of $7 million. Earlier this year, I once again led my colleagues in the House in a bipartisan push for robust funding for these programs and to oppose the Administration’s efforts to cut hundreds of millions of dollars from these programs. This includes investing in VAWA culturally competent services, which make a meaningful difference for women in Wisconsin through programs like the Asha Project. I am also pleased this legislation reiterates Congress support for preserving the DOJ’s Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) as a unique standalone office within the Department. I led a bipartisan effort last year opposing the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) proposal to consolidate this office into the Office of Justice Programs (OJP). Existing law requires that OVW be an independent office providing direct engagement for victims and survivors of crime. I also applaud the bill’s provision ensuring that organizations receive proper notice of grant opportunities. Last year, the Trump Administration removed these notices, sowing confusion and chaos for victim service organizations. I successfully pushed back against this effort and secured a provision in the funding bill requiring FY 2026 notice of funding opportunities (NOFO) for OVW programs be publicly posted within 90 days of the bill’s enactment.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5821 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Escalations in Venezuela | 2026-01-03 | 2026 | 2026-01 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “Beginning with deadly and unjustified boat attacks, the President has now recklessly escalated to military action, endangering American lives without any legitimate national security rationale. Trump’s justification for this aggression continues to be lacking. If he was truly concerned about drug trafficking, he wouldn’t have pardoned a drug trafficker who helped bring thousands of pounds of cocaine into the United States. The other rationale he has offered relates to private property rights, which is even more troubling. And I am deeply troubled by the President again skirting Congress, this time to invade and now attempt to run a country, at the expense of our brave service members and apparently, the taxpayer. The Speaker needs to call us back to Washington now. Congress is a co-equal branch of government and cannot be a bystander as America again tries regime change and another nation building misadventure. Republicans in Congress must join us in checking this President and reasserting our constitutional authority." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T21:01:44Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-dean-lead-letter-trump-violations-ceasefire-gaza | Pocan, Dean Lead Letter to Trump on Violations of the Ceasefire in Gaza | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Madeleine Dean (PA-04) led a letter with 47 of their colleagues to President Trump expressing serious concerns regarding Israeli actions in Gaza that threaten the ceasefire framework, including continued bombardment against civilians, destruction of property, and insufficient delivery of humanitarian aid. The latest reporting indicates that Israel has violated the ceasefire agreement more than 700 times since it was signed less than three months ago. “Given the longstanding relationship between the U.S. and Israel, it’s imperative that we hold the Israeli government accountable for its actions,” the Members wrote. “We strongly urge your administration to exert maximum diplomatic pressure on the Israeli government, including by leveraging U.S. assistance, to ensure full compliance with the terms of the framework and an end to the continued acts of violence and destruction that undermine this fragile agreement and threaten the prospect of lasting peace in the region.” “We recognize that both Hamas and Israel have committed ceasefire violations,” the Members continued. “Hamas has continued their brutal campaign in Gaza, including by reasserting control of areas of Gaza by killing civilians, and has killed three Israeli soldiers. However, we are deeply concerned that the Israeli response to violations by Hamas have been severe and disproportionate, resulting in massive loss of life. In fact, since the start of the current ceasefire agreement on October 10, 2025, at least 356 Palestinians have been killed and more than 900 have been injured by Israeli attacks… On November 29, the Israeli military killed two brothers, aged 8 and 10, in a drone strike after they crossed into an Israeli-controlled area of Gaza, referring to the children as “suspects” in a statement that failed to acknowledge they were children. The total death toll from the war in Gaza has now surpassed 70,000, including over 20,000 children.” “Additionally, since the beginning of t… | 1 | 2026-04-10T05:46:57Z | 2026-04-10T05:48:19Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5811 | Moore, DelBene Lead Members in Asking the IRS about Use of Artificial Intelligence to Manage Taxpayer Data | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Suzan DelBene (WA-01), along with Members of the House Ways and Means Committee, sent a letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the agency’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to interact with legacy code used to manage Americans’ taxpayer data. The Members are seeking answers about the IRS’s plan to rely on AI tools to interface with its decades-old Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL) systems, which continue to underpin the Individual Master File (IMF), the core repository for taxpayer accounts since the 1960s. “We hope this Administration shares our goal of ensuring any use of AI by the IRS is appropriately scrutinized, especially given the importance and significance of maintaining the integrity of the IMF and protecting taxpayer data from inappropriate access or exposure,” the Members wrote. The Members expressed concerns about the risks of using AI, especially when dealing with systems that manage sensitive taxpayer information and which are also responsible for processing tax returns for hundreds of millions of Americans. In the letter, the Members sought information on the agency’s current and future AI use with its legacy COBOL systems, efforts to address potential inaccuracies and limitations, and taxpayer data protections. Questions raised include: To what extent has the IRS already started deploying AI to interact with its legacy COBOL systems and what future deployments are planned? What specific protections for the taxpayer data protected by Internal Revenue Code section 6103 are in place? The lawmakers requested a written response from the IRS no later than January 10, 2025. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5812 | Republican Health Care Proposal Makes Health Care More Expensive, Ignores Premium Crisis | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “For 15 years, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has helped millions of Americans access high-quality health care coverage. It has saved lives! Building on its success, enhanced premium subsidies helped a record 24 million Americans access care. Now many of these Americans, including my constituents, are weeks away from facing soaring premium costs. After cutting Medicaid/BadgerCare to fund tax breaks for billionaires, today’s legislation would continue the Republican assault on access to affordable health care. It would take away health care for low-income Americans and ignore the looming rise in premiums. We can’t wait another 15 years for Republicans to propose a health care plan that primarily serves the wealthy. Time is up, and Congress must act now. That’s why I’m so pleased several Republicans joined in signing Democrats’ discharge petition to extend ACA premium subsidies, it’s the only way we can protect our constituents’ access to affordable, high-quality care.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5809 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on AGOA | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, the Ways and Means Committee marked up H.R. 6500, the African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) Extension Act. In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “AGOA is an important trading tool that supports economic opportunities and development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Since 2000, it has supported thousands of jobs in the region and plays a central role in the U.S.-sub-Saharan Africa trading relationship. But for months, unfortunately, AGOA has expired. It is vital that the Committee addresses that now. I understand this proposal does not include provisions to improve labor and environmental standards. We must work to build upon AGOA and ensure it serves workers and protects our environmental resources; these are critical priorities for me. I am committed to helping make those reforms in other reauthorizations and enhancing this crucial economic tool. I also support the HOPE (Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement) I and II and HELP (Haiti Economic Lift Program). As the people of Haiti experience extreme levels of violence and instability, it is even more important that we continue this program. While this program needs improvement, pulling the rug from under workers and manufacturers could only increase instability. We need to find ways to support the people of Haiti as they face challenges and hardship. I would be remiss if I didn’t express my disappointment at Republicans’ refusal to reauthorize the Trade Adjustment Act (TAA). This is a crucial program that supports workers who experience job loss and job insecurity due to trade. Leaving TAA out only hurts American workers. I supported Rep. Horsford’s amendment to reauthorize this program, but Republicans chose to strike it down. I look forward to strengthening AGOA, so we can continue using trade to support progress and economic growth for the people of sub-Saharan Africa.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-rejects-fy26-defense-bill-costs-continue-skyrocket | Pocan Rejects FY26 Defense Bill as Costs Continue to Skyrocket | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), co-chair and co-founder of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, released the following statement after voting against final passage of the $890.6 billion FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill’s topline does not reflect the additional $150 billion added to the Pentagon’s budget through the Big Ugly Law this past July, pushing total military spending over $1 trillion for the first time. Rep. Pocan continues his streak of never having voted in favor of an NDAA since being elected to Congress in 2012. “Once again, Congress is choosing to funnel exorbitant sums into a bloated defense department instead of investing in the everyday needs of working families, like housing, healthcare, and rising costs at the grocery store. The Pentagon remains the only major agency that continues to fail an audit year after year. Yet we keep writing essentially blank checks to defense contractors with little accountability and few results to show for it, while ignoring the needs of our troops who bravely serve our nation. Until lawmakers prioritize people over the Pentagon and demand real oversight, I will continue opposing these reckless, out-of-control defense bills.” | 1 | 2026-04-07T05:38:05Z | 2026-04-07T05:39:14Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-booker-announce-reintroduction-world-aids-day-resolution | Pocan, Booker Announce Reintroduction of World AIDS Day Resolution | 2025-12-03 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (D-WI-02) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) reintroduced a bicameral resolution commemorating and supporting the goals of World AIDS Day, including the goal of achieving zero new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths. The resolution also recognizes the impact of efforts by the United States and international organizations to combat HIV/AIDS, such as the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, and the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), and encourages greater coordination among the global community to end the HIV epidemic by 2030. U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced companion legislation in the Senate. “I’m honored to be part of a bipartisan group in Congress to recognize this important day,” Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02), Chair of the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus, said. “We’re closer than ever before to eradicating this disease; we cannot give up now. This is the time for the government to fulfill its commitment to ending the HIV epidemic and for leaders around the globe to reaffirm their commitment to ending AIDS once and for all.” “I’m proud to work alongside Representatives Pocan and Fitzpatrick on this resolution, which recognizes the over 40 million people worldwide living with HIV/AIDS and the thousands of Americans who continue to lose their lives each year,” said Senator Booker. “As the Trump Administration focuses on dismantling foreign assistance and refuses to recognize the goals of World AIDS Day, it is more critical than ever that the United States recommit to eradicating HIV/AIDS globally and remain a leader in supporting those currently living with HIV/AIDS, preventing the spread of disease, and ultimately achieving zero new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5808 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore and County Executive David Crowley Visit with Seniors, Deliver Meals Ahead of Thanksgiving | 2025-11-24 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Congresswoman Gwen Moore and County Executive David Crowley Joined Meals on Wheels in serving lunch to Milwaukee seniors. “So many in our community are struggling with hunger, including our seniors. Republicans and the Trump White House are making it harder for my constituents to keep food on the table. Meals on Wheels helps meet such a critical need in our community, and I am so thankful for their work. It was such a pleasure to join them in delivering nourishment to our seniors. I will always fight to protect programs such as SNAP and Meals on Wheels and push back against any cuts.” said Congresswoman Gwen Moore. | 1 | 2026-04-07T15:46:19Z | 2026-04-07T20:18:39Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5792 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Remove Senate Republican Slush Fund Measure | 2025-11-19 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Moore voted to strip out a corrupt provision included in the government funding bill that allowed certain Senate Republicans whose phone records were obtained as part of January 6th investigations to sue for up to $1 million. | 1 | 2026-04-07T15:46:19Z | 2026-04-07T20:18:39Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-introduces-package-bills-reform-medicare-advantage-strengthen | Pocan Introduces Package of Bills to Reform Medicare Advantage, Strengthen Traditional Medicare | 2025-11-19 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), along with 12 other members, introduced a package of eight bills that apply guardrails to Medicare Advantage (MA) programs while strengthening traditional Medicare. "Only Medicare is Medicare. It is one of the most popular and important services our government provides," Rep. Pocan said. "But for too long, private healthcare companies taking advantage of Medicare’s brand and popularity have tricked and wronged seniors. This package of commonsense, pro-patient reforms will bring greater accountability, transparency, and affordability to Medicare Advantage, while strengthening traditional Medicare and protecting patient choice. This package represents a strong step forward to protect seniors, save taxpayer dollars, and restore integrity to the Medicare program.” The eight bills are below and can be divided into three subcategories: Delays and Denials of Care Denials Don’t Pay Act: Disincentivizes MA companies from delaying and denying lifesaving care through dangerous prior authorization requirements. (one-pager) Right to Appeal Patient Insurance Denials (RAPID) Act: Ensures that patients receive the necessary care they are entitled to by automatically appealing any denial of care. (one-pager) Disclose Your Denials Act: Requires MA plans to audibly and visually disclose their delay and denial rates when advertising, increasing transparency in the MA program, and allowing patients to be better informed. (one-pager) MA Companies Overcharging Taxpayers Medicare Advantage Fraud Accountability Act: Bars companies from participating in the Medicare Advantage (MA) program if they have been convicted of defrauding the government. (one-pager) Keep Medicare Costs Down Act: Requires MA companies to charge the government per beneficiary as much as, or less than, traditional Medicare, aiming to reduce unnecessary and wasteful government spending. (one-pager) Seniors’ Choice and Clarity Act: Streamlines the process and improves clarity and choice for Me… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5791 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Epstein Resolution | 2025-11-18 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Moore released a statement following her vote to release every Department of Justice (DOJ) file on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to the House and the American public, with very limited exceptions including to protect the personal information of victims and to protect active investigations or prosecutions. “For years, a sick man, who happened to be a wealthy, well-connected financier, preyed on young girls. These survivors were denied justice for far too long, and too many people looked the other way, failing them. I thank the survivors who courageously came forward to share their heartbreaking stories of abuse and called for Congress to vote to release these files. The American public echoes their calls for transparency. This resolution was long overdue and triumphed despite many efforts to keep these documents hidden. Speaker Johnson worked to block efforts to release these files from reaching the House floor, including recessing the House several times to stop Democratic attempts to push for the release. At the White House, Trump engaged in a major pressure campaign to keep Republican members from supporting the petition. It did not work. And let’s be clear: rather than wait for the Senate to act on this legislation, the Trump Administration retains the ability to release these files TODAY without any further action from Congress and has had that ability since he took office on January 20, 2025. Today’s vote is a vital step in finally securing transparency and accountability that so many Americans and survivors have demanded.” | 1 | 2026-04-07T15:46:19Z | 2026-04-07T20:18:39Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-votes-against-allowing-americans-healthcare-costs-skyrocket | Pocan Votes Against Allowing Americans’ Healthcare Costs to Skyrocket | 2025-11-17 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02)released the following statement after he voted no on funding legislation that fails to extend the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. “Today, I voted no on a bill that fails the American people. This legislation does nothing to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits that keep healthcare affordable for more than 22 million Americans. That means millions will have to pay significantly more for their healthcare in the coming months or lose their insurance entirely. This will also have a ripple effect leading to rate increases for nearly everyone in this country. And while everyday Americans are left behind, this bill continues to protect Congressional Republicans’ billionaire and corporate donors, keeping in place massive tax cuts paid for by ripping healthcare away from 15 million Americans and gutting food benefits for those who need them most by over $180 billion. On top of that, this legislation allows Senate Republicans, like Ron Johnson, who were investigated for their involvement in the January 6th insurrection to enrich themselves by suing the federal government for $1 million, or possibly more.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5790 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes No on Government Funding Bill that Ignores Republican Health Care Crisis | 2025-11-12 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “I understand this shutdown has imposed hardships on federal workers and the programs our communities need. These hardships have only worsened because of the Trump administration’s deliberate policy decisions, including suing to deprive 42 million Americans of food. After allowing Affordable Care Act (ACA) premiums to spike, my constituents are being forced to pay thousands more for health insurance come January 1st. And for others, higher premiums will force them to forgo health insurance altogether. This isn’t a theoretical threat for more than 300,000 Wisconsinites, including small business owners, who are covered by the ACA. Many of my constituents have shared with my office how important this coverage is to them. By gutting Medicaid and ignoring ACA premium hikes, Republicans created this health care crisis. And these same Republicans continue to defend their cruel agenda. While I appreciate and respect the eight Democratic Senators who negotiated this deal, I have little confidence in the promise of a future vote on a still unknown proposal to extend ACA premium subsidies. Rather than working to address real costs of living concerns facing Americans, Republicans instead slipped in a provision that allows certain GOP Senators to sue for millions, using taxpayer funds to enrich themselves through lawsuits related to January 6th investigations. This is a grift. We could have ended this Republican shutdown and protected Congress’s power of the purse and helped families facing massive increases in health care premium costs. This bill falls short of these critical needs, which is why I could not support it.” | 1 | 2026-04-07T15:46:19Z | 2026-04-07T20:18:39Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5789 | Trump Continues to Break the Law, Impose Hunger on 42 Million Americans, Including 700,000 Wisconsinites | 2025-11-04 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Trump continues to break the law, defying recent court orders, which call on the Trump administration to fund SNAP and FoodShare during the government shutdown. In response, Congresswoman Gwen Moore released the following statement: “Millions of Americans do not know when they will receive their next meal. Food banks are stretched beyond capacity. SNAP and FoodShare benefits are already being delayed because of Trump’s cruelty. Now, Trump is pledging, once again, to use hunger as a political weapon and continue blatantly ignoring the law to score political points. The only people who pay for Trump’s lawlessness are the children, seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and struggling families who are now forced to go hungry. Republicans in Congress must call on the Trump administration to obey the law and protect essential food benefits for all our constituents.” | 1 | 2026-04-07T15:46:19Z | 2026-04-07T20:18:39Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-leads-letter-un-sec-general-reverse-decision-end-unaids-early | Pocan Leads Letter to UN Sec. General to Reverse Decision to End UNAIDS Early | 2025-11-04 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Chair of the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus, led a letter with 35 of his colleagues to the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, expressing deep concern regarding the proposal to sunset the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) by the end of 2026, undermining any chance at achieving the global goal of ending AIDS by 2030. “This decision - announced without prior public notice or clear transition planning - threatens to undermine decades of global progress against HIV and AIDS at precisely the moment when sustained leadership, coordination, and accountability are most needed,” the Members began. “For over 25 years, UNAIDS has served as the world’s coordinating body for HIV and AIDS response: aligning the efforts of eleven UN agencies, national governments, donors, and global clinics to prevent new infections and expand access to care.” “UNAIDS’ mandate has been indispensable in ensuring that HIV responses are grounded in human rights, guided by data, and inclusive of the communities most affected by the epidemic,” the Members continued. “As countries increasingly assume greater ownership of their HIV programs, UNAIDS remains a vital partner in maintaining a global unified strategy and upholding countries’ commitments to transparency, accountability, and equity.” “UNAIDS also continues to serve as an essential advocate for key populations, such as LGBTQ+ people, adolescent girls and young women, pregnant women, people who use drugs, sex workers, and other marginalized groups, whose rights and safety are too often under threat,” the Members wrote. “Sudden dismantling of UNAIDS functions would risk creating dangerous gaps in surveillance, coordination, and advocacy - gaps that could lead to increased transmission and death across the globe.” “We urge you to reconsider the proposed closure of UNAIDS and to follow the transition timeline approved by consensus by the UNAIDS board, which includes the United States. The board-estab… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5788 | As the Republican-Led Government Shutdown Continues, the Pain Only Compounds for Wisconsinites | 2025-11-01 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today is the beginning of open enrollment on HealthCare.gov, where Wisconsinites will shop for plans based on rates that do not account for critical ACA premium subsidies, which saved Americans thousands in health care costs each year. It’s also the first day that 700,000 Wisconsinites will miss their November FoodShare benefits if the Administration fails to follow the recent court rulings ordering it to use existing SNAP funds and authority to do so. In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “Today is November 1st. It marks the beginning of ACA open enrollment, where Wisconsinites and Americans across the country will feel the sticker shock of Republican inaction. Without premium subsidies, these costs will increase, sometimes tripling for Wisconsinites across the state. As they shop for plans, families will be forced to pay more for the coverage they need, and some may be forced to forgo health care altogether. This comes as the Administration unlawfully refused to use SNAP emergency contingency funding, meaning 700,000 Wisconsinites will be deprived of their November benefits. Families will wonder how they will keep food on the table. Food banks will be stretched beyond capacity. This didn’t have to happen. Even if the Administration complies with the court order, it will likely take some time for states to load benefits for recipients. If it appeals, it only further denies needed food assistance to hungry Americans. Meanwhile, the President is busy updating the public on his marble bathroom renovations and House Republicans remain on vacation for a fifth straight week. Rising health care, housing, and food costs are realities for too many of my constituents which is why I am fighting for a bipartisan end to this shutdown. Democrats will continue pushing for Republicans to address the health care crisis and pressing the Trump administration to use its contingency funding and authority to keep food on the table for 42 million Americans.” Republican Inaction Creating Health Care Cri… | 1 | 2026-04-07T15:46:19Z | 2026-04-07T20:18:39Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5786 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Calls on Trump Administration to Prevent Looming Hunger Crisis, Release Contingency FoodShare Funding | 2025-10-30 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | The Trump administration is refusing to use $5 billion in SNAP/FoodShare contingency funding and existing authorities to fund SNAP/FoodShare benefits in November, creating a massive hunger crisis. In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “Soon, 42 million Americans, including my constituents, will be forced to figure out how they will feed their families without a critical lifeline. What is most despicable is that this looming hunger crisis is entirely preventable. In the USDA’s shutdown plan, the agency acknowledged that the contingency funding could be used during this shutdown to keep vital benefits flowing to millions of Americans. The plan has now disappeared from the USDA website. What has changed since then? The Administration’s decision to use FoodShare and SNAP as political weapons against our most vulnerable citizens. I am calling for the Trump administration to release this funding and use its authority to fund SNAP programs, ensuring families can continue to keep food on the table. I applaud Governor Evers for joining a multi-state lawsuit, calling for the Administration to take the same actions. The Trump administration must immediately reverse its decision to deprive children, veterans, seniors, people with disabilities, and working families of food. The cruelty must end.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5787 | After Another Denial of FEMA Aid, Congresswoman Gwen Moore Urges Reconsideration | 2025-10-30 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Congresswoman Gwen Moore released the following statement after learning that FEMA denied the state of Wisconsin Hazard Mitigation funding after experiencing historic flooding in August. This denial of aid follows FEMA’s denial of Public Assistance funding to assist affected counties who experienced an estimated $26 million in infrastructure damage. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5785 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Condemns Trump’s Reckless and Unauthorized Military Actions in South American Waters | 2025-10-28 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “The Trump administration’s ongoing military actions off the coasts of Colombia and Venezuela risk dragging the United States into yet another conflict without congressional approval or public debate. Ordering the United States military to conduct unprovoked, unilateral strikes on alleged ‘drug boats’ off the coast of South America against vessels and individuals without any evidence or due process or any legal basis is horrific. Again, this Administration has provided no evidence that they posed any imminent threat to our national security or military. Even more troubling, it appears the Administration plans to continue or to escalate these strikes while refusing to provide the public with any information regarding basic questions about them. Let’s be clear: Congress alone holds the power to declare war. No president has the right to circumvent that constitutional authority using semantic arguments about military aggression versus drug smuggling interdiction. If the Trump administration is pursuing unauthorized war, Congress must act to reclaim its powers. I am disappointed that a few weeks ago, Senate Republicans largely blocked a war powers resolution that would have reasserted Congress’s authority regarding these unlawful strikes. And the Speaker of the House won’t even convene this chamber to address this, or any of the other important issues facing our country. We cannot allow another war to begin in secret, without accountability, and without the consent of the America’s elected officials, as required by the Constitution.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5783 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Condemns Denial of FEMA Disaster Aid Following Historic August Flooding | 2025-10-24 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Congresswoman Gwen Moore released the following statement after FEMA’s denial of Public Assistance for Milwaukee, Door, Grant, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties after experiencing major flooding and an estimated $26.5 million in public infrastructure damage. “Our state was forced to wait for nearly two months for the Trump administration’s ill-advised and disappointing decision. Communities in Milwaukee, which are still recovering, are counting on federal assistance to help fund critical repairs to public roadways, buildings, vehicles, and equipment that were severely damaged. But Wisconsinites do not give up. I applaud Governor Evers and his team for taking steps necessary to begin the appeals process to finally unlock this overdue but still needed aid. I will do everything in my power to push for this decision to be reversed.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5784 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Hosts Maternal Health Roundtable to Discuss BadgerCare Cuts | 2025-10-24 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Through cuts to BadgerCare, today’s panelists discussed how the GOP’s so-called Big, Beautiful Bill harms maternal health care in Wisconsin “Today we talked with mothers in our community, advocates, health care providers and local elected officials, which gave my constituents a variety of perspectives on the state of maternal health and the impact of looming cuts to Medicaid. We know these cuts will have real life impacts on the health of moms and their babies, and they couldn’t have come at a worse time, when the maternal health crisis continues to take too many mothers from our community. As a fierce advocate for strengthening maternal health care, I continue holding this important dialogue and highlighting what’s at stake,” said Congresswoman Gwen Moore. Participants included: Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Wisconsin State Senator, Dora Drake (District 4), Wisconsin State Representative Margaret Arney (District 18)Sheldon Wasserman, Milwaukee County Board Supervisor (District 3), Amanda Dreyer, Deputy Medicaid Director, Rosamaria Martinez, Director for Family and Community Health, Milwaukee Department of Health Services, Shakita LaGrant-McClain, Director of Health and Human Services, Milwaukee County, Cashanna Franklin, Doula, African American Breastfeeding Network, Michelle Velasquez, Chief Strategy Officer, Planned Parenthood WI, Ann Ledbetter, Certified Nurse Midwife, Sixteenth Street Clinic, Jamika Jones, Mother of three and Entrepreneur, and Emily Calderon, Mother of two and Entrepreneur. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5782 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Works to Protect SNAP Benefits for Veterans, Foster Youth, and Unhoused Individuals | 2025-10-22 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | In 2023, the Fiscal Responsibility Act secured new exceptions to SNAP paperwork requirements specifically for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD) individuals experiencing homelessness, veterans, and young adults who are leaving foster care (at age 18 or a higher age if the State offers extended foster care). The so-called “big, beautiful bill” immediately eliminated SNAP ABAWD paperwork requirement exemptions for veterans, youth aging out of foster care, and individuals experiencing homelessness as part of nearly $200 billion in cuts to SNAP which will directly impact the ability of my constituents to be food secure. As a result, these vulnerable populations will now only receive SNAP benefits for three months in the span of three years unless they comply with paperwork requirements or qualify for another exemption. Work requirements (aka paperwork requirements) are bureaucratic barriers to assistance and do not meaningfully improve employment. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) introduced legislation to restore these exemptions and protect their SNAP/FoodShare benefits. “Republicans made it harder for struggling Americans to access SNAP while at the same time, provided trillions in tax goodies for billionaires. While other SNAP cuts were delayed, the provision making it harder for veterans, foster youth and individuals experiencing homelessness to access SNAP went into effect immediately. I am working with my colleagues to restore these protections and to reverse the many other cruel provisions in H.R. 1 that only increase hunger in our communities,” said Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04). | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-huffman-jayapal-lead-letter-trump-slamming-executive-order-0 | Pocan, Huffman, Jayapal Lead Letter to Trump Slamming Executive Order Targeting Protected Speech | 2025-10-16 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Mark Pocan | P000607 | pocan.house.gov | pocan | https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Jared Huffman (CA-02), and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) sent a letter to President Trump, along with 28 of their colleagues, expressing grave concerns regarding his executive order Designating Antifa as a Domestic Terrorist Organizationand the related memorandum Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence, also known as NSPM-7, and demanding they be immediately rescinded. These directives dangerously conflate constitutionally protected speech and political dissent with terrorism. The memo specifically targets ideologies such as “anti-capitalism,” “anti-Christianity,” and “hostility toward those who hold traditional American views,” raising serious First Amendment, due process, and civil liberties concerns. “While protecting public safety and countering genuine threats are essential responsibilities of government, the sweeping language and broad authority in these directives pose serious constitutional, statutory, and civil liberties risks, especially if used to target political dissent, protest, or ideological speech,” the Members wrote. “Your memo uses ideologically charged language (e.g., “hostility toward those who hold traditional American views on family, religion, and morality”) that invites enforcement based on an individual’s personal opinions or political beliefs rather than any objective concern for public safety,” the Members continued.“This approach threatens our constituents’ civil liberties. Regardless of whether the President agrees with someone’s political views, the Constitution guarantees their right to speak and assemble peacefully. “The memo also characterizes ‘anti-capitalism’ as a hallmark of violent behavior without explaining the term,” the Members go on to say. “This omission allows officials to potentially treat Americans as domestic terrorists for something as routine as organizing a local boycott or operating an employee-owned business. That lack of clarity threatens to chill lawful activism and punish… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5780 | Congresswoman Gwen Moore Commemorates Second Anniversary of October 7th Terrorist Attacks in Israel, Calls for Implementation of Ceasefire and Other Elements of Framework for Peace | 2025-10-07 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | “On October 7th, 2023, 1,200 Israelis were killed, and hundreds were kidnapped, with numerous individuals still being held hostage by Hamas. My heart continues to be heavy as I mourn the innocent lives lost and those kidnapped and those who remain hostages, including Americans. In Gaza, the humanitarian crisis continues as hunger, displacement, and loss is imposed on innocent civilians, including children, who have been killed. This war must end. The most viable path forward is the recent framework for peace, which, while imperfect, calls for a ceasefire, release of the remaining living hostages and return of any remains, an increase of humanitarian aid, and the rebuilding of Gaza for Gazans. The Trump administration must do everything possible to advance ongoing diplomatic negotiations in a promising direction and away from a cycle of violence.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5779 | Moore, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Kim Urge Trump Administration to Protect Domestic Violence Grantmaking Program | 2025-10-03 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | WI | Gwen Moore | M001160 | gwenmoore.house.gov | gwenmoore | https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Following reports of Department of Justice (DOJ) efforts to merge the Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) into the Office of Justice Programs (OJP), U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Debbie Dingell (MI-06), and Young Kim (CA-40), co-chairs of the Bipartisan Domestic Violence Working Group, led a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi opposing any proposed consolidation. Established through VAWA, the OVW administers grants and funds programs that address sexual assault, domestic abuse, and stalking. The OVW is the only entity in the federal government that provides direct engagement for victims and survivors of crime. The Members wrote: “The DOJ cannot lawfully consolidate OVW into OJP without explicit Congressional authorization, and such an action would exceed the DOJ's administration authority while directly undermining Congressional intent.” Existing statue states: “The Office [OVW] shall be a separate and distinct office within the Department of Justice, not subsumed by any other office, headed by a Director, who shall report to the Attorney General and serve as Counsel to the Attorney General on the subject of violence against women, and who shall have final authority over all grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts awarded by the Office.” The Members continued: “Beyond violating the legal prohibition, this reorganization would be a profound step backwards in the federal government’s response to violence against women. First enacted in 1994, and through its bipartisan reauthorizations, VAWA has transformed the nation’s response to domestic and sexual violence. Under the leadership of OVW, the government has established a cross-coordinated response that brings together law enforcement, prosecutors, victim advocates, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to efficiently prevent and respond to violence against women.” “We ask the DOJ to abandon any proposal to unlawfully consolidate OVW into OJP and instead, reaffirm its commitment to maintaining OVW as an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
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