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| https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1376 | Grothman Statement on Hanukkah | 2019-12-30 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Glenn Grothman | G000576 | grothman.house.gov | legacy | Today, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) released the following statement in observance of the final day of Hanukkah: As Hanukkah ends tonight, I want to, one more time, say Chag Sameach! Happy Hanukkah! Said Grothman. Hanukkah is a joyous occasion that celebrates an important part of Jewish history. I am thankful for all of my Jewish friends and hope they have enjoyed a happy and safe holiday season. While many are celebrating and spending time with family, let us not forget that anti-Semitism is still far too prevalent throughout the United States and the world. Earlier this month we saw an anti-Semitic shooting at a grocery store in New Jersey and just this past weekend a man broke into a New York Rabbi's home and stabbed five people. These heinous acts have no place in our society. I will continue to use my position in Congress to promote pro-Jewish policies and sentiments. -30- U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman is serving his third term representing Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=BEE68DD0-9A1B-4A66-AAAC-B269ECB3D2CF | Johnson: House Impeachment Charges Pretty Thin Gruel | 2019-12-22 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | OSHKOSH U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) appeared on ABC's This Week to discuss the Democrats' effort to impeach the president. Excerpts of the interview are below. The full interview can be found here. (0:35) The case is pretty thin that the House is sending over to us, if they ever send it over to us pretty thin gruel from my standpoint.So, we'll let both sides have a fair chance of making their case, then we should take a vote. (1:24) I just think it's kind of bizarre. They had to rush to this impeachment vote and then, all of a sudden, [Speaker Pelosi's] sitting on it. I don't think the Senate should be making the case that the House should have made in their presentation. My guess is they weren't able to make the case. (6:55) After 2016 we're doing Putin's work for him. Democrats and the media, carrying the water for this false Russia hoax. Look at the disruption. Look at how distracted we all are based on a completely false narrative of Trump's campaign's collusion with Russia. There are some real serious questions of what happened during the FBI's investigation into that. There are serious questions about some actors with the DNC working with people in Ukraine. There are many unanswered questions. They are legitimate questions. I'm trying to get to the bottom of those things so the American public knows. If there was wrongdoing they need to know that. If there was no wrongdoing we need to know that as well so we can move beyond. We have serious issues facing this nation. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-statement-house-passage-usmca | Gallagher Statement on House Passage of USMCA | 2019-12-20 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today issued the following statement after the House passed the USMCA in overwhelming bipartisan fashion by a vote of 385 to 41. In an increasingly global economy, strong trade agreements are vital to Wisconsin farms and businesses. This agreement will be a substantial improvement over the status quo, and stands to support thousands of Wisconsin jobs, expand market access to Canadian and Mexican markets, particularly for our dairy farmers, and provide another jolt to an already strong economy. For more than a year, Speaker Pelosi played political games with this agreement at the expense of hardworking Americans. This vote is long overdue, but I'm glad to see my colleagues come together to bring the USMCA one step closer to a reality. Click here to watch Rep. Gallagher discuss one of the key victories negotiated in the USMCA. Background: In 2017, Wisconsin exported approximately $10.9 billion in goods and services to Canada and Mexico. Trade between the three countries supports over 230,000 jobs in Wisconsin. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/why-i-voted-against-the-trump-impeachment | Why I Voted Against the Trump Impeachment | 2019-12-20 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By this time, Congress had already established that grand jury perjury was an impeachable offense: In 1989 we had removed a federal judge Walter L. Nixon Jr. for that very crime. When I delivered the opening argument in the Senate trial, I noted that we ought not to hold the president to a lower standard than we do a federal judge. Fast forward to the present day, and things are drastically different. Just moments after President Trump took the oath of office, The Washington Post ran a headline, The Campaign to Impeach President Trump Has Begun. Chairman Nadler latercampaignedfor the Judiciary gavel with the promise that he was best fit to lead an impeachment. Worse, 103 current members of the House Democratic Caucus voted to move forward with impeachment even before President Trump's July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Vitriol and blind hatred aside, President Trump has been robbed of his constitutionally protected due process rights. There was no independent investigation. Instead, Adam Schiff, the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, conducted a few weeks of closed-door hearings in the basement of the Capitol Visitor Center. This is the same man who infamously stated on cable television that he had overwhelming evidence that President Trump had colluded with the Russians during the 2016 election. The special counsel Robert Mueller found nothing of the sort. The closed-door hearings led to a railroad job in the House Judiciary Committee, where a majority denied those of us in the minority our rights. When we finally considered the articles of impeachment, they were so broad and flimsy that almost any other president could most likely have been accused of them. Article II, the obstruction of Congress charge, is particularly bad, as Democrats failed even to give a court the proper arbiter of these disagreements the chance to weigh in on the matter. Further, none of the articles allege that the president committed a crime a drastic departure from the Nixon and Clinton ca… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1368 | Grothman’s Letter to Sec. DeVos | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Glenn Grothman | G000576 | grothman.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today, along with Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Ron Wright (R-TX), Chuck Fleischmann (R-TN), Mark Meadows (R-NC), Chris Stewart (R-UT), Doug Lamborn (R-CO) and Randy Weber (R-TX), sent a letter to Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos expressing compliance concerns with Title VI-funded Middle East Studies National Resource Centers (NRCs), given that many directors and faculty members of these centers have endorsed academic boycotts of Israel, which defy the purpose of the grant program. The letter also requests the Secretary to continue the Department of Education's oversight efforts to ensure NRCs are compliant with the statutory purposes and requirements of Title VI and for the Secretary to take proactive actions to ensure future NRC grantees make verifiable assurances that they will comply with the purposes of Title VI, including the enhancement of grant application requirements to include that applicants provide assurances that they will not implement an academic boycott of a country within their program or center's purview. To view the letter, please click here. -30- U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman is serving his third term representing Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1369 | Grothman Statement on USMCA and Impeachment | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Glenn Grothman | G000576 | grothman.house.gov | legacy | Today, the U.S. House of Representatives was finally given a vote on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) released the following statement after the vote: The USMCA is the 21st century solution we need to promote free trade, economic growth and continued cooperation between the United States, Mexico and Canada. This trade agreement should have been taken up by Congress a year ago, said Grothman. Wisconsin's world-famous dairy industry, and our entire agriculture sector, will benefit from the USMCA trade agreement. Additionally, the 231,000 Wisconsin jobs and nearly $11 billion worth of Wisconsin exports supported by trade with Canada and Mexico will be provided a better playing field. The USMCA also repairs glaring holes in NAFTA that have, for too long, allowed China to penetrate North American markets. While it was disappointing to see 38 Democrats vote against this improved trade deal, I applaud President Trump for his leadership on the USMCA and am glad that we have a President who is willing to tackle issues that his predecessors, of both parties, refused to address. The impeachment inquiry, which had bipartisan opposition, took the lion's share of the focus this week. Nancy Pelosi and House Democratic leadership spent far too much time and taxpayer money on an unfair, unfounded investigation. I am glad that Congress was able to quickly move past that distraction and deliver a win for the American economy and our workers. Background In November of 2018, President Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau and former President Nieto of Mexico signed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) at the G20 summit in Argentina. Leaders of each country, along with hundreds of businesses and trade associations, agree that the USMCA updates the outdated North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and will be beneficial to workers in all countries, particularly to U.S. agricultural and manufacturing indust… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/ron-kind-votes-to-impeach-donald-trump-fellow-house-members-also-vote-along-party-lines | Ron Kind votes to impeach Donald Trump; fellow House members also vote along party lines | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By; Mitchell Schmidt of the Wisconsin State Journal Wisconsin's House members hewed to party lines Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump, with U.S. Rep. Ron Kind, whose district is the most narrowly divided among the state's congressional districts, finally breaking his silence during the historic vote. Reps. Mark Pocan, D-Black Earth, Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, and Kind voted in favor of the charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. Reps. Bryan Steil, R-Janesville, Jim Sensenbrenner, R-Menomonee Falls, Glenn Grothman, R-Glenbeulah, and Mike Gallagher, R-Green Bay, voted against both articles of impeachment. Kind, D-La Crosse, was the only Wisconsin congressman to not indicate how he intended to vote ahead of Wednesday's impeachment. That also made him the only Democrat representing a district Trump won in 2016 who didn't reveal his position ahead of time, according to a tally by The Washington Post. I've reviewed the evidence and followed the hearings. It's clear the President's actions were a flagrant abuse of constitutional power; it was unlawful, and it jeopardized our national security, Kind said in a statement. Some have argued to let the voters in the next election decide. But how can we trust an election that the President is trying to corrupt? With Trump winning Kind's district in western Wisconsin by four points in 2016, breaking a streak of Democratic presidential candidate victories, the congressman's Wednesday vote could serve to reinforce his strength among Democratic voters, while also alienating some of Trump's supporters in Kind's more rural district. Four of Wisconsin's House members spoke on the floor during the six-hour debate. Kind, Gallagher and Steil did not. Districts represented by Pocan and Moore have strong Democratic majorities. This is a vote for our Constitution, setting the precedent for all future presidents, Democrat or Republican, Pocan said during the House floor debate Wednesday. Donald Trump must be held acco… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-criticizes-pelosi-over-impeachment-delay | SENSENBRENNER CRITICIZES PELOSI OVER IMPEACHMENT DELAY | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: James Wigdergson of Right Wisconsin Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI5) sharply criticized Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) over the possibility that she would delay transmittal of the articles of impeachment of President Donald Trump to the U.S. Senate. The Democrats repeatedly said that President Trump had to be impeached now. This can't wait' was the common refrain, Sensenbrenner said in a statement released Thursday. Well, apparently, it can wait. Speaker Pelosi is withholding the articles of impeachment from the Senate because her case cannot win over there. While Democrats were able to railroad the first strictly-partisan impeachment through the House, their power has limits and cannot guarantee their desired verdict in the Senate. The House of Representatives passed two articles of impeachment on Wednesday. Normally this would result in the transmission of the articles to the Senate for a trial. However, some Democrats have seized on an idea by Bulwark Online Editor Charlie Sykes to delay sending the articles of impeachment until Republicans in the Senate agree to rules proposed by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), including the calling of new witnesses to testify. Schumer's proposal was rejected by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) who responded that it was up to the House of Representatives to do the investigative work of impeachment. The House chose this road, McConnell said. It is their duty to investigate. It is their duty to meet the very high bar for undoing a national election. It is unclear how House Democrats could force the Senate to accept the Democrats' proposal for the trial format when Senate Republicans are already disinclined to consider removing Trump from office. Sensenbrenner, the former chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, was one of the House Managers of the impeachment of President Bill Clinton. He criticized Pelosi for attempting to control the format of the Senate trial. The Constitution clearly gives the Senate, not Speaker Pelosi, the s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-democrats-hypocrisy-exposed-as-urgent-impeachment-can-now-wait | Sensenbrenner: Democrats Hypocrisy Exposed as Urgent Impeachment Can Now Wait | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI05) has served as a House manager in more Senate trials than any other member in history, including the 1998-99 impeachment of President Clinton. He offered the following statement in response to Speaker Pelosi's decision to withhold articles of impeachment from the Senate: The Democrats repeatedly said that President Trump had to be impeached now. This can't wait' was the common refrain. Well, apparently, it can wait. Speaker Pelosi is withholding the articles of impeachment from the Senate because her case cannot win over there. While Democrats were able to railroad the first strictly-partisan impeachment through the House, their power has limits and cannot guarantee their desired verdict in the Senate. The Constitution clearly gives the Senate, not Speaker Pelosi, 'the sole Power to try all Impeachments.' While the Speaker was able to manage the process meticulously in the House, she does not get to dictate the terms of the Senate trial. If impeachment really were as urgent as the Democrats said, then let the Senate consider these Articles. The criticism all along has been that this impeachment was weak, hurried, and partisan. Now it appears that Democrats are worried the flaws of their rush-job will be exposed when they no longer control the process. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-votes-to-send-usmca-to-senate | Sensenbrenner Votes to Send USMCA to Senate | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Today, Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI-05) offered the following statement after voting for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA):The House passage of the USMCA is a welcome Christmas present for Wisconsin's hard working families, especially our dairy farmers. This vote has been long overdue, and I urge the Senate to approve the trade deal as soon as possible. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/veteran-house-gop-impeachment-manager-warns-democrats-huge-mistake-to-hold-articles-as-leverage | Veteran House GOP impeachment manager warns Democrats: 'Huge mistake' to hold articles as leverage | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Susan Ferrechio of the Washington Examiner A House Republican who has presented several impeachment cases in the Senate is warning Democrats their threat to withhold the articles passed against President Trump to gain political leverage may backfire. If they are trying to use that as leverage to get the Senate to call witnesses, that will be a huge mistake on their part, Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, a Wisconsin Republican, told the Washington Examiner. Sensenbrenner, 76, has managed four House impeachments, one of them against President Bill Clinton in 1998 and three involving the removal of federal judges. He is the former chairman of the House Judiciary Committee. From my experience with previous impeachments, not just the Clinton one, but also the judicial ones, the Senate really dislikes House members telling the Senate what to do and how to do it," Sensenbrenner said. "They do that at their great peril. Sensenbrenner, along with a dozen other GOP lawmakers, served as a manager in Clinton's 1999 Senate trial. He was appointed in a House vote that took place right after lawmakers voted to impeach Clinton for perjury and obstruction of justice charges. The House voted to impeach Trump late Wednesday on abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. But Democrats did not bring up a resolution to appoint impeachment managers. Instead, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a California Democrat, said she is waiting to see the terms of the trial Senate Democrats and Republicans negotiate. Democrats want the Senate to call current and former Trump administration officials as witnesses and to subpoena documents the Trump administration has refused to turn over by asserting executive privilege. McConnell has rejected the request. McConnell plans to meet Thursday with minority leader Sen. Chuck Schumer, a New York Democrat, to try to work out an agreement for holding a trial. Until then, the impeachment process remains in limbo. Senate lawmakers had planned to hold a trial in January, but it all hinges on Pelosi delivering the a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/wisconsin-delegation-follows-partisan-pattern-in-impeachment-vote-ron-kind-votes-yes | Wisconsin delegation follows partisan pattern in impeachment vote; Ron Kind votes yes | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Craig Gilbert of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel WASHINGTON -In the end, the members of Congress from Wisconsin mirrored the almost perfect partisan divide in the House of Representatives in the impeachment of President Donald Trump Wednesday. Democrat Ron Kind, the only lawmaker from the state who kept his vote under wraps until the end, voted for both articles of impeachment against Trump abuse of power and obstruction of Congress joining all but threemembers of his party on one count and all but fouron another. Every House Republican voted against impeachment. One independent (and former Republican) supported impeachment. Kind, a centrist Democrat from a western Wisconsin district that Trump narrowly carried in the 2016 presidential race, was one of justa handful of lawmakers who refused to declare their position in the days and hours leading up to the vote. Of the 31 House Democrats in Trump districts, 29voted for impeachment Wednesday, including Kind.The La Crosse Democrat had previously voted to endorse the impeachment inquiry and had sharply criticized the president's conduct in the Ukraine scandal. But the very competitive makeup of his heavily rural district set him apart from his two Democratic colleagues from Wisconsin (Mark Pocan and Gwen Moore) and from most Democrats in the House who holdmore one-sided seats. The voters in Kind'svery purple district voted for Democrat Barack Obama in 2012 by 11 points but for Trump by 4 points in 2016. "It's clear the President's actions were a flagrant abuse of constitutional power; it was unlawful, and it jeopardized our national security," Kind said in a statement.My vote today was not about the President himselfmore importantly, it was about defending the rule of law, our Constitution, and what signal we send future presidents of what is acceptable behavior." Before and during the House debate Wednesday, Democrats blamed the extremely partisan nature of the Trump impeachment fight on spineless Republicans circling the wagons around Trump while igno… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/wisconsin-lawmakers-weigh-in-on-house-impeachment-vote-of-president-trump | Wisconsin lawmakers weigh-in on House impeachment vote of President Trump | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Suzanne Spencer of FOX6 WASHINGTON -- Official votes are still coming in, but most were expected to vote along party lines -- except for one, who wasn't making his stance known initially -- on a night that will be remembered. Wisconsin lawmakers weighed-in on a historic vote. "We're talking about a president who subverted national security by soliciting foreign interference in our election," said Gwen Moore, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 4th congressional district. "The exact thing our founding fathers feared, and the exact circumstance for which they drafted the impeachment clause." "So why are we here? We're here because the majority caucus, the Democratic caucus, has been hijacked by the radical left," said Jim Sensenbrenner, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 5th congressional district. "They have wanted to reverse the course of the 2016 election ever since Donald J. Trump won that election." President Donald Trump is the third such leader in U.S. History to be impeached. A process that Mordecai Lee, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee professor emeritus, says shouldn't be taken lightly or turn political. "What I'm afraid of, is that politics has gotten so bad in America, that this moment on -- every time the U.S. Congress has a majority party that's other than the party of the president -- they're going to impeach him or her," Lee says. Democratic Representative Ron Kind, of Wisconsin's 3rd congressional district, garnered a lot of national attention after not declaring which way he'd vote. In the end, he voted along party lines. The Republican Party of Wisconsin was quick to call that out, saying he and other Democrats: "Tried to conceal their stance on the issue when they knew how they would vote (for) weeks, if not for months." Wednesday night's hours-long hearing is a night many will remember. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-celebrates-passage-of-usmca | Steil Celebrates Passage of USMCA | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil released a statement after the House overwhelmingly voted to pass the United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA). "USMCA is a win for Wisconsin farmers, workers, and families. USMCA is an improved trade deal with Canada and Mexico. It allows Wisconsin workers to sell our products to our allies. Throughout my first year in office, I have pushed for USMCA to be brought to the floor. I am proud to support Wisconsin's agriculture and manufacturing industries." On background: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-celebrates-passage-usmca | Steil Celebrates Passage of USMCA | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil released a statement after the House overwhelmingly voted to pass the United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA). "USMCA is a win for Wisconsin farmers, workers, and families. USMCA is an improved trade deal with Canada and Mexico. It allows Wisconsin workers to sell our products to our allies. Throughout my first year in office, I have pushed for USMCA to be brought to the floor. I am proud to support Wisconsin's agriculture and manufacturing industries." On background: | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-votes-against-impeaching-president-trump | Steil Votes Against Impeaching President Trump | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Bryan Steil released a statement after voting against the articles of impeachment against President Trump. "Today, I voted against impeaching President Trump. From the start, I have been opposed to impeachment. Although the Senate is now tied up with the impeachment trial, the House should get to work on issues impacting Americans: tackling the rising costs of health care, securing our border, and addressing our national debt." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=744178AE-F020-4F72-A8EF-656CBA625C07 | Johnson Statement on Appropriations Deal | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said the following Thursday regarding his votes on a two-bill appropriations deal: Instead of passing 12 individual appropriations, on time, in an open and transparent legislative process, Congress just passed a massive spending deal 80 days into the new fiscal year. Whenever Congress spends $1.4 trillion, many good and worthy programs are funded, which is why I voted for the spending bill covering defense and homeland security. But the price for funding necessary programs was simply too high to obtain my overall support for both bills. There are virtually no cuts to any significant program and the tax extender package was not paid for, nor did it include a fix to the retail glitch caused by sloppy drafting of the 2017 tax reform bill all in all, a pretty ugly display of Washington, D.C.'s dysfunction. Passing my committee's Prevent Government Shutdowns Act would go a long way toward providing a fiscal discipline that could help prevent this kind of legislative abuse. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=E44569C7-01FE-41A1-9BAA-4AD0E0C4EC83 | Johnson Highlights IG Testimony of Bias at FBI | 2019-12-19 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON During an appearance on Fox News' Fox and Friends' Thursday, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) spoke about the testimony Department of Justice Inspector General Michael Horowitz gave to the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee yesterday. Excerpts of the interview are below and video can be found here. When you combine basically the underscoring of the 17 inaccuracies and omissions, how serious that was, combined with the stunning rebuke by the presiding judge of the FISA court Steve, one mistake or omission, that's a mistake. Two, maybe it's a coincidence. Three, you are starting to develop a pattern. Seventeen? It's a legitimate question: is that a plot? And we still don't have the answers to that. [The IG] admitted there was bias. There was political motivation. He just doesn't have evidence where he can conclusively say it caused and influenced their decisions. But, again, it's up to the American public to infer what all that bias, how that could have affected things. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-statement-articles-impeachment | Gallagher Statement on Articles of Impeachment | 2019-12-18 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) todayissued the following statement after the House voted on two articles of impeachment against the President. Speaker Pelosi has acknowledged that something as divisive as impeachment should be compelling and overwhelming and bipartisan.' Yet from day one, she rushed this process, moved the goal posts, and failed to live up to her own words about the gravity of impeachment. What we are seeing here is unprecedented: it's the first time articles of impeachment have failed to make any criminal accusation, and it's the firsttime a president has been impeached without bipartisan support. The fact that the bipartisan vote was actually against impeachment should come as no surprise given this flawed process and lack of clear evidence. Common sense Wisconsinites justwant their representativesto come together to fix the many problems our country faces, and I hope we can do that in the new year.A state of perpetual impeachment must notbecome the new normal. Click here to watch Rep. Gallagher discuss the first article of impeachment. Click here to watch Rep. Gallagher discuss the second article of impeachment. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/wisconsin-s-delegation-divided-as-us-house-votes-to-impeach-trump | Wisconsin's Delegation Divided As US House Votes To Impeach Trump | 2019-12-18 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Shawn Johnson La Crosse Democratic U.S. Rep. Ron Kind joined other Democrats invoting to impeach President Donald Trumpon Wednesday, marking just the third time a president has been impeached in U.S. history. The vote followed a day of debate in the U.S. House of Representatives that saw members of Wisconsin's congressional delegation sharply divided, with Democrats saying Trump had given them no choice and Republicans attacking the process as an effort to undo the 2016 election. All of Wisconsin's Democratic representatives voted for impeachment while all of the state's Republicans voted against it. Most of Wisconsin's delegation had already announced their plans ahead of Wednesday's vote with the exception of Kind, whose western Wisconsin district voted for Trump three years ago. Kindissued a written statementafter his vote, saying it was clear to him he viewed his vote as a signal to future presidents of what is acceptable behavior. "Until now, I have reserved judgment, waiting for all the facts to come out," Kind said. "I've reviewed the evidence and followed the hearings. It's clear the President's actions were a flagrant abuse of constitutional power; it was unlawful, and it jeopardized our national security." Other Democrats, like U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan of Dane County,had been sayingfor monthsthat impeachment was the only course left for Congress. Pocan said the evidence was clear Trump had used the power of his office to pressure Ukraine to investigate his political rivals. "This is about a perfect storm," Pocan said from the House floor. "Months of activity directly ordered by the president to his senior cabinet and political appointees. An orchestrated plan demanding a foreign power interfere in our democracy." Republicans, like southeast Wisconsin U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, said the impeachment articles were "phony" because Trump hadn'tcommitted any crimes. "We're here because the majority caucus the Democratic caucus has been hijacked by the radical left," Sensenbrenner said Wednesday. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-no-one-has-read-these-bills | Gallagher: No One Has Read These Bills | 2019-12-17 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today issued the following statement after the House passed two major appropriations bills that direct more than $1.3 trillion in spending over the course of FY2020. Last night we received 2,313 pages of appropriations bills that not only direct more than $1.3 trillion in spending, but are also filled with a whole host of special interest provisions that have no place in a traditional appropriations package. In less than 24 hours, the House not only amended', but debated' and passed these bills. I hate to break it to you, but no one has read these bills. While there are surely good things included such as increased GLRI funding and the repeal of crippling healthcare taxes it doesn't make up for the fact that last-second omnibus bills like these are exactly what's wrong with Congress. We have to find a way to stop governing from crisis to crisis and fix this mess. Click here to watch a video of Rep. Gallagher discuss the spending bill. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1363 | 2,371 Pages in 20 Hours | 2019-12-17 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Glenn Grothman | G000576 | grothman.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today released the following statement following the rushed passage of the U.S. House of Representatives fiscal year 2020 spending bills: Today, Congress voted on two appropriations bills that, as a practical matter, is the budget for the fiscal year ending in September 2020. A week ago, most felt that a budget deal would not be reached this year and that Congress would pass a two-month continuing resolution that held spending at last year's levels. Five days ago, we were told that a deal was reached on a, roughly, $1.4 trillion discretionary spending package. The actual language was made available at 4:44 p.m. Eastern time on Monday, December 16, when most members of Congress were either boarding flights back to Washington or getting ready to travel in the morning. We were initially told that this 2,371 page package would be brought to a vote in two parts. The first Tuesday afternoon and the second as late as Thursday morning. When I woke up this morning, another 58 pages were added and we were told that all 2,300 pages would be brought to a vote at 1:30 p.m. the same day. Even members of leadership that I spoke with at 10 a.m. weren't certain of key provisions going into the bills. Of course, there were good and bad provisions. President Trump's involvement meant that border wall spending would increase and that we would have increased access to generic drugs and biosimilars, particularly insulin. Going through the budget, I saw line after line of increased spending to both old and new programs. This comes at a time where we are just shy of $24 trillion in debt. It's apparent that this budget was meant to be passed by the type of politician that comes to Washington looking to spend more money everywhere they can. Rather than creating a responsible budget, we spent more on virtually every program, including an expensive bailout for mine workers. The total increase in spending was north of 4 percent at a time where inflation is around 2 percent. This package, however,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-drug-pricing-legislation-advances-in-spending-bill | Sensenbrenner Drug Pricing Legislation Advances in Spending Bill | 2019-12-17 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Today,Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner(WI-05) issued the following statement after Congress passed fiscal year 2020 appropriations bills:Our national debt recently passed $23 trillion, and Washington didn't even blink. These appropriations bills fail to address our spending problem, and I could not in good conscience vote for either. However, one of the few positive provisions included in them is my bipartisan legislation to lower prescription drug prices the CREATES Act. While I'm disappointed that Congress has passed up another opportunity to get our fiscal house in order, I am glad that Americans will have better access to more affordable medications. Background on the Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples (CREATES) Act: In order for a generic or biosimilar prescription to have FDA approval, the generic manufacturer must be able to compare its product to the brand-name product. Simply put, if the product is as safe and effective as the label, then the FDA can approve the generic. Some generic manufacturers, however, have difficulty obtaining samples of medication from the brand-name company. This is because brand-name companies have an incentive to make it difficult for generic producers to obtain their brand-name products. The CREATES Act gives generic manufacturers the ability to bring actions in federal court against brand-name companies that refuse to provide samples of their products for purchase and use in the generic approval process. In so doing, the CREATES Act helps to increase the likelihood of a generic product coming to the market so consumers have more affordable options. The CREATES Act also gives the FDA more discretion for approving alternative safety protocols that meet the statutory standards already in place. This helps the FDA more efficiently process generic applications. In the end, this helps consumers, who will have more choices when selecting their medications. According to a Congressional Budget Office estimate, the CREATES Act will save the federal… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-gallego-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-help-disabled-veterans-overcome-mobility-challenges | Sensenbrenner, Gallego Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Disabled Veterans Overcome Mobility Challenges | 2019-12-17 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Today, Congressmen Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) introduced legislation that would help disable veterans regain their independence. Rep. Sensenbrenner: This is a no-brainer. Veterans who sacrifice so much for our country, especially those who must overcome serious injuries, should not have trouble getting the equipment they need to adjust back to civilian life. This legislation simply clarifies that the VA is permitted to cover these necessary items. I'm grateful for Congressman Gallego for joining me in sponsoring this bipartisan bill. Rep. Gallego: Veterans with serious injuries deserve all of the support we can give them to ensure they are able to live a full and independent life. I'm proud to sponsor this bill with Congressman Sensenbrenner to allow veterans to access the equipment they need to overcome mobility challenges. Background: Currently, the Department of Veterans Administration does not cover trailers for mobility equipment for disabled veterans. Items currently covered, such as mechanical lifts, only fit in large vehicles and leave many veterans without a viable option. H.R. 5447 would clarify that the VA does have the authority to cover non-articulating trailers for veterans who may need to transport their mobility devices. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/this-hartland-native-commands-forces-across-11-time-zones-and-an-astronaut-aboard-the-international-space-station | This Hartland native commands forces across 11 time zones and an astronaut aboard the International Space Station | 2019-12-17 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Evan Frank of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel As Lt. Gen. Daniel Karblerassumed command of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command and the Joint Functional Component Command for Integrated Missile Defenseduring a change of command ceremony on Dec. 6 in Alabama, he was joined by people who made an impact on his life years ago when he lived in Hartland. Karbler said he was touched to see familiar faces likeJim and Sharon Cull, Dave Morris, Curt and Heather Gundrum, Rick and Barb Delsman andTom and Sue Sorenson. "In Hartland, we don't have a lot of military touch points," Karbler said. "We don't have a base nearby or anything like that. For many of them, it was their first opportunity to see any kind of Army ceremony. (For) themto be a part of that, for me, it was huge. So many of them had so much to do with help bringing me up." Karbler attendedBark River Elementary School and graduated from Arrowhead High School in 1983. He went on to graduate in1987 from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, where he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Air Defense Artillery branch. Looking back at his time at Arrowhead, Karbler remembered the impact of people such as baseball coachTim O'Driscoll, basketball coach Greg Smith and choir teacher Dennis Brooks. "Part of what all those three gentlemen taught was the value of hard work and practice," Karbler said. "But you still had to execute that. Whether you're up on stage singing or whether you're on the field playing baseball or basketball, you still had to execute, and you had to perform. Putting those two things together, those teachersreally helped me learnhow to do that." Karbler also took part in musicals, swing choir, marching band, band, student senate and more when he was at Arrowhead. When he applied to West Point, Karbler received anomination from Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner. "There was no application fee, so that was pretty cool," Karbler said. "I never had a job in high school because I was always playing sports, band, choir, all of th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/wisconsin-s-house-members-prepare-for-historic-impeachment-vote | Wisconsin's House members prepare for historic impeachment vote | 2019-12-15 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | No one is talking about the urgency of this issue, though, because of the impeachment circus, he said at the time, though since then many of those issues appear to have been resolved. Nearly one year removed from replacing former House Speaker Paul Ryan in Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District, Steil joined the three other Republican House members to vote against the House resolution that set the ground rules for the investigation. Today's resolution does not provide the president with due process protections that were afforded to both President Clinton and President Nixon, Steil wrote in a tweet immediately before the House voted on the resolution. Later that day, the House passed the resolution 232-196, with all Republicans and two Democrats opposed. Earlier in October, Steil put out an online survey asking constituents if they supported articles of impeachment against Trump. He did not release the results. Steil, a lawyer who spent more than a decade working in the manufacturing sector in southeastern Wisconsin, was one of almost 90 new members sworn into the House in January. There are no political parties on the shop floor, Steil said in an email. You work with your co-workers to complete a job on time, within budget, and to achieve the goal at hand. It is frustrating to see House Democrats' inaction on the real issues facing our communities. Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Glenbeulah, offered similar criticism of impeachment in an interview. The hearings took away from issues like welfare proposals, the president's new trade agreement and immigration that is still at crisis level, Grothman said. People who are focusing on the impeachment are trying to take our eye off of those more important issues, Grothman said. I'm looking to get back on the border in January or February when this is over to further equate myself with that situation. Pocan disputed their characterization. Despite juggling meetings and following the proceedings, he said it has been an especially productive time for… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/five-things-you-missed-because-impeachment | Five Things You Missed Because of Impeachment | 2019-12-14 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Contrary to what you may have seen on the news, impeachment wasn't the only thing happening in DC this week. Here are a few things you may have missed due to the impeachment craziness here in Washington. 1. Booming Jobs Numbers It's been almost two years since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was enacted, and guess what? The economy just keeps booming. The most recent jobs report showed that our economy created 266,000 jobs in November, bringing the unemployment rate to 3.5% -- a 50 year low. Wages are rising and unemployment is falling, which is great news for Northeast Wisconsin. 2.A Deal on USMCA President Trump signed the USMCA more than a year ago. And after months of Speaker Pelosi playing political games, she finally decided it was important and came to an agreement with the Trump Administration. This is big news for Wisconsin and big news for America. And as Rep. Gallagher said, "It's about damn time." 3. Action on Cartels In light of recent cartel-related violence in Mexico, Rep. Gallagher introduced two bills that support Mexico's anti-corruption campaign and ensure thugs in Mexican cartels are met with the full force of the law. Criminal organizations like these are tearing our communities and families apart. It's time we get serious about dealing with them. 4. A Win for our Troops Congress' most important role is to provide for the common defense, and the National Defense Authorization Act that passed the House this week takes important steps to do that. It continues bipartisan work to build a 355 ship Navy, gets tough on China, and most importantly, gives our troops a well-deserved pay raise. And it passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. 5. No Budget, No Pay There are four working days left in the year for Congress, yet we still don't have a bill put together to fund the government. As Rep. Gallagher has said time and again, this is insane. That's why he sent a letter to House and Senate leadership urging them to pass a bill that makes sure Congress | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-colleagues-introduce-bill-impose-sanctions-drug-cartels | Gallagher, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Impose Sanctions on Drug Cartels | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Rep. Bradley Byrne (R-AL), today introduced the Significant Transnational Criminal Organization Designation Act. This bill would create a new designation, Significant Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs), which has more stringent sanctions than the current transnational criminal organization designation. The penalties for Significant TCOs would mirror many of the penalties for entities designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs), including sanctions on organization members and their families, travel restrictions, and increased penalties for US citizens who grant them material assistance. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) introduced companion legislation in the U.S. Senate. Click here for bill text. Recent cartel-related violence in Mexico has demonstrated that whatever we're doing to combat these thugs isn't working, said Rep. Gallagher. Enough is enough. This bill gives the administration the tools it needs to go after significant transnational criminal organizations and ensure they face maximum pressure under the law. The Significant Transnational Criminal Organization Designation Act: Enables the federal government to impose sanctions on designated Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs), including: Barring organization members and their immediate families from admission into the United States, Freezing assets, and Seeking civil and criminal penalties against individuals providing material assistance or resources to the organization. Requires the President to submit a report to Congress detailing the government's findings from the November 4, 2019 attack on U.S. cities in northern Mexico, including whether the organization responsible should be designated as a Significant TCO Co-sponsors of this bill include: Mark Walker (R-NC) Matt Gaetz (R-FL) Doug Lamborn (R-CO) Lance Gooden (R-TX) Bob Gibbs (R-OH) Randy Webber (R-TX) Michael Cloud (R-TX) Denver Riggleman (R-VA) Ron Wright (R-TX) John Rutherford (R-FL) Rick Crawford (R-AR) Frenc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-urges-congressional-leadership-pass-no-budget-no-pay | Gallagher Urges Congressional Leadership to Pass No Budget, No Pay | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today joined a bipartisan group of his colleagues in sending a letter to House and Senate leadership urging them to pass No Budget, No Pay legislation as part of any year-end spending package. This would prevent Members of Congress from getting paid if they fail to do their most basic job: passing a budget. The letter states: Withholding paychecks from Members of Congress who fail to pass appropriations is an important step to prevent government shutdowns, which hurt the economy and millions of everyday AmericansWe are elected to represent the citizens of our states and districts. When they don't do their job, there are consequences, and that same standard should apply to Congress." Click here to watch a video of Rep. Gallagher discussing the letter. Click here to read the letter. The full text is found below: Dear Congressional Leadership: As we wrap up the year and finalize the negotiations on Fiscal Year 2020 appropriations, we urge you to include No Budget, No Pay as part of any end-of-year spending package. Appropriating funds is the most basic duty of Congress, but for the past 40 years, Congress has cut corners by passing short-term spending bills Continuing Resolutions that just keep government funded at existing levels. When Congress fails to pass appropriations, American people are hurt. Just this year, American families suffered under the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Air traffic controllers, members of the Coast Guard, and fire safety officials worked without pay, while Members of Congress continued to receive their paychecks. That is wrong, and we're urging you to move forward with No Budget, No Pay before the end of the year. The concept is simple: Members of Congress should not be paid if they don't pass appropriations. If Congress can't do its most basic task, then Members of Congress shouldn't get a paycheck. This proposal has bipartisan support and is already moving through Congress. It was approved by the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-votes-against-weak-impeachment-articles-after-partisan-committee-markup | Sensenbrenner Votes Against Weak Impeachment Articles after Partisan Committee Markup | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner(WI-05) issued the following statement after voting no on two articles of impeachment against President Trump during today's House Judiciary Committee markup: These articles of impeachment are the weakest in history. The Democrats will stop at nothing to remove a duly-elected President over a policy disagreementnot for bribery, treason, or any high crime and misdemeanor. They have set dangerous precedent today, which undoubtedly weakens the fabric of our government. The Democrats continue to make outlandish charges that the President will steal the 2020 election if he is not impeached, but what they're really doing is trying to steal back the 2016 election from the 63 million people who elected Donald Trump. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-statement-articles-impeachment | Steil Statement on Articles of Impeachment | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, Bryan Steil released a statement following the House Judiciary Committee's vote to bring articles of impeachment against President Trump to the House floor. After reviewing the articles of impeachment against President Trump, my position remains unchanged. I will be voting against the articles when they come to the House floor. This impeachment inquiry has divided the country and jeopardized Congress' ability to focus on the real issues impacting Americans." | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-statement-on-articles-of-impeachment | Steil Statement on Articles of Impeachment | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil released a statement following the House Judiciary Committee's vote to bring articles of impeachment against President Trump to the House floor. "After reviewing the articles of impeachment against President Trump, my position remains unchanged. I will be voting against the articles when they come to the House floor. This impeachment inquiry has divided the country and jeopardized Congress' ability to focus on the real issues impacting Americans." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=8D805315-A59B-4F2E-A830-9DB336A79711 | Wisconsin Senators Provide Recommendations to White House for District Court Vacancy | 2019-12-13 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senators Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin announced on Friday their agreement to recommend to the White House four Wisconsinites for consideration to fill the vacancy on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin created by the retirement of the late Judge Rudolph Randa. The candidates, Joseph Bugni, Samuel Hall, Jr., Brett Ludwig and Daniel Vaccaro, were recommended by a bipartisan federal nominating commission that the Wisconsin senators established in April 2013 to move federal nominations forward, including nominations to vacant federal judgeships in Wisconsin. The full text of the Wisconsin senators' letter of recommendation to the White House is here and below. December 13, 2019 The President The White House Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. President: We are pleased to recommend the following individuals to fill the vacancy on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin created by the retirement of Judge Rudolph Randa: Joseph Aragorn Bugni Samuel Craig Hall, Jr. Brett H. Ludwig Daniel Jay Vaccaro These candidates were recommended by our Wisconsin Federal Nominating Commission that we established to screen applicants. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Ron Johnson Tammy Baldwin United States Senator United States Senator ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-speaker-pelosi-wasted-opportunity-lower-prescription-drug-costs | Gallagher: Speaker Pelosi Wasted Opportunity to Lower Prescription Drug Costs | 2019-12-12 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today issued the following statement after Speaker Pelosi's partisan drug pricing proposal, H.R. 3, passed the House on a near party-line vote of 230-192. As House Ways and Means Chairman Richard Neal and Ranking Member Kevin Brady said yesterday, Health care policy only works when both parties work together. By that standard, Speaker Pelosi's partisan proposal misses the mark. If we truly want to lower the cost of prescription drugs, we need to work together to bring transparency into our complex prescription drug pricing system. Bills I've introduced, such as the Prescription Drug Rebate Reform Act and the Transparency in All Health Care Pricing Act, will hold key players in the industry such as Pharmacy Benefit Managers, drug insurers, and insurance companies -- accountable, ensure consumers have the information they need to pay fair costs, and pull back the curtain on the industry's complex pricing methods. If Speaker Pelosi were serious about addressing the rising costs of prescription drugs, she would have included these critical bipartisan proposals. Instead she chose to play politics and waste an opportunity to actually lower costs for the American people. Background: In Congress, Rep. Gallagher has been a strong advocate for finding bipartisan ways to increase transparency in the health care industry. Earlier this year he introduced H.R. 1409, the bipartisan Transparency in all Healthcare Pricing Act, and H.R. 3805, the Prescription Drug Rebate Reform Act of 2019, both of which would make drug prices more fair and transparent. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/lawmakers-clash-on-trump-clinton-impeachment-comparisons | Lawmakers clash on Trump, Clinton impeachment comparisons | 2019-12-12 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Zack Budryk of the Hill Republicans and Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday clashed over comparisons between the impeachment case againstPresident Trumpand the one decades ago against President Clinton. The disagreement was led by two members of the panel who were both in Congress and on the Judiciary Committee during the Clinton era. Rep.Zoe Lofgren(D-Calif.), who was also a congressional staffer during the Nixon impeachment drama, said most Democrats in the Clinton era did not see sex as an impeachable offense. She contrasted that position with the crimes that Democrats are accusing Trump of having committed: abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. Republicans in the Clinton era said the president had lied to Congress, but Lofgren argued he had just lied about an affair with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky. I would just like to note that the argument that somehow lying about a sexual affair is an abuse of presidential power, but the misuse of presidential power to get a benefit somehow doesn't matter, Lofgren said. Lying about sex, we could put Stormy Daniels's case in front of us. We don't believe that's a high crime and misdemeanor, she added. And it is not before us, and it should not [be] before us, because it is not an abuse of presidential power. Rep. James Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) said Lofgren was missing the point of Clinton's impeachment. The important thing is that Bill Clinton lied to a grand jury, responded Sensenbrenner, who was a key figure in the Clinton impeachment fight. That is a crime. The article of impeachment that passed the House accused Bill Clinton of lying to a grand jury, a crime and something that obstructs the ability of the courts to get to the truth. This is not what is happening here. Big difference. The Judiciary panel is expected to vote on articles of impeachment against Trump later on Thursday. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-urges-colleagues-take-action-anti-human-trafficking-legislation | Steil Urges Colleagues to Take Action on Anti-Human Trafficking Legislation | 2019-12-12 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, Bryan Steil testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee about his bill, the Exposing the Financing of Human Trafficking Act. Steil urged his colleagues to take action on his legislation as part of the committee's efforts to combat human trafficking. Click here to watch Steil's testimony before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. I want to thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. I look forward to working with you on this important issue and doing everything we can to stop [human trafficking], said House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Michael McCaul to Steil during today's hearing. The Exposing the Financing of Human Trafficking Act has 47 cosponsors, both Republicans and Democrats. Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-PA) is the lead cosponsor. The U.S. currently uses the Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report issued by the Department of State to engage foreign governments to combat human trafficking. The TIP report places countries into one of three tiers based on the extent of their government's efforts to comply with the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking. A country's tier designation is then used to condition aid. The TIP report looks at several criteria, but it does not currently cover efforts to disrupt illicit finance. The Exposing the Financing of Human Trafficking Act requires the existing Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report to evaluate foreign countries' efforts to investigate, prevent, and prosecute financial criminal activities associated with the facilitation of human trafficking. Steil's testimony as prepared: Thank you to Chairman Eliot Engel and Ranking Member Michael McCaul for your commitment to the issue of human trafficking. I am here today to shine a light on an issue that affects every corner of this nation and every country in the worldhuman trafficking. Human trafficking is a horrendous crime that presents a real threat to people in Southeast Wisconsin and around the globe. This isn't just a faraway problemhuman trafficking has been… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-urges-colleagues-to-take-action-on-anti-human-trafficking-legislation | Steil Urges Colleagues to Take Action on Anti-Human Trafficking Legislation | 2019-12-12 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee about his bill, the Exposing the Financing of Human Trafficking Act. Steil urged his colleagues to take action on his legislation as part of the committee's efforts to combat human trafficking. Click here to watch Steil's testimony before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. "I want to thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. I look forward to working with you on this important issue and doing everything we can to stop [human trafficking]," said House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Michael McCaul to Steil during today's hearing. The Exposing the Financing of Human Trafficking Act has 47 cosponsors, both Republicans and Democrats. Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-PA) is the lead cosponsor. The U.S. currently uses the Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report issued by the Department of State to engage foreign governments to combat human trafficking. The TIP report places countries into one of three tiers based on the extent of their government's efforts to comply with the "minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking." A country's tier designation is then used to condition aid. The TIP report looks at several criteria, but it does not currently cover efforts to disrupt illicit finance. The Exposing the Financing of Human Trafficking Act requires the existing Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report to evaluate foreign countries' efforts to investigate, prevent, and prosecute financial criminal activities associated with the facilitation of human trafficking. Steil's testimony as prepared: Thank you to Chairman Eliot Engel and Ranking Member Michael McCaul for your commitment to the issue of human trafficking. I am here today to shine a light on an issue that affects every corner of this nation and every country in the world—human trafficking. Human trafficking is a horrendous crime that presents a real threat to people in Southeast Wisconsin and around the globe. This isn't just a faraway problem—human traffi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-statement-house-passage-ndaa | Gallagher Statement on House Passage of NDAA | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today issued the following statement after the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020 by a vote of 377-48. Rep. Gallagher serves on the House Armed Services Committee, which is responsible for drafting the NDAA. This NDAA marks a key step towards implementing the National Defense Strategy and doing right by our men and women in uniform. It continues our bipartisan work to build a 355 ship Navy, codifies the Trump administration's actions on Huawei, ensures ZTE is complying with its settlement with the U.S. government, provides for critical independent reviews of National Defense Strategy implementation, and gives our troops a well-deserved pay increase. For 58 years, Congress has put aside partisan politics to uphold its most important responsibility to provide for the common defense. While we hit some road bumps along the way, I'm glad we were able to uphold this tradition. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/democrats-and-republicans-trade-barbs-and-defend-decisions-in-nighttime-impeachment-hearing | DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS TRADE BARBS AND DEFEND DECISIONS IN NIGHTTIME IMPEACHMENT HEARING | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Jeffrey Martin of Newsweek Impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump continued Wednesday night as the House Judiciary Committee began a debate about the articles of impeachment by allowing every member of the committee, Republicans and Democrats by turn, to make an opening statement. Hoping to push the impeachment articles through to a full House vote before the upcoming Christmas holiday, the debate is expected to continue Thursday evening. Final language is expected to be agreed upon for the articles of impeachment, which are based on charges of abuse of presidential power and obstruction of justice. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler began the meeting by saying Trump's avoidance of the impeachment hearings was unprecedented. "Other presidents have resisted congressional oversight," Nadler said. "But President Trump's stonewall was complete, absolute and without precedent in American history." Republicans answered Democrat responses by saying the impeachment proceedings were being rushed because of the upcoming holiday. Republican Representative Doug Collins claimed that the only obstruction apparent in the hearings was perpetrated by House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff for his closed-door depositions and alleged hesitancy to release information. Collins also placed doubt on Democrats' claim of abuse of power on the president's part. "The only abuse of power here is the majority racing the fastest they ever have, the clock and the calendar determining what impeachment looks like," Collins said. Representative James Sensenbrenner agreed with Collins concerning the timing of the hearings. "What we're debating here, in my opinion, is the weakest case in history," Sensenbrenner said. "And yet the Democrats have decided to go full speed ahead, again because of the clock and the calendar, with an incomplete record simply by using hearsay evidence and trashing the rules of the house every time they can in order to speed things up to a preordained conclusion and th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/house-panel-debates-impeachment-articles-in-bid-to-complete-charges-against-trump | House Panel Debates Impeachment Articles in Bid to Complete Charges Against Trump | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Seated at the wood-carved dais of the Ways and Means Committee room, the grandest meeting chamber in the House, lawmakers appeared to feel the weight of the occasion, refraining from some of the more raucous tactics that have marked the impeachment process so far in favor of passionate statements of principle. Even as the outcome in the committee appeared clear, Mr. Nadler used his statement to appeal to Republicans to reconsider their position before it was too late. You still have a choice, Mr. Nadler told the Republicans, adding, President Trump will not be president forever. When his time has passed, when his grip on our politics is gone, when our country returns as surely it will to calmer times and stronger leadership, history will look back on our actions here today, he said. How would you be remembered? Representative Jim Sensenbrenner, Republican of Wisconsin and one of the managers of the impeachment case against Mr. Clinton, had an appeal of his own to Democrats: Put aside your partisan politics and don't listen to what Pelosi, Schiff and Nadler are telling you, because the future of our country and the viability of our Constitution as the framers decided it are at stake. Along with the committee chairman, he was referring to Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who has kept remarkably tight control over the impeachment inquiry, and Representative Adam B. Schiff, Democrat of California and the chairman of the Intelligence Committee, who led the investigation into the president's pressure campaign on Ukraine. Representative Zoe Lofgren, Democrat of California, who wasparticipating in her third impeachment inquiry, offered an explanation about this one. It seems, she said, like we live in an alternate reality. Others warned of the political risks of the moment. Representative Ken Buck of Colorado predicted that voters would punish Democrats, particularly those whose victories in conservative districts in 2016 handed them control of the chamber. Say goodbye to your majority, Mr. Buck said. And ple… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-democrat-impeachment-weakest-case-in-history | Sensenbrenner: Democrat Impeachment Weakest Case in History | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Breitbart Rep. James Sensenbrenner (R-WI) delivered a stirring address during the markup of the articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump in the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday evening, calling the Democrats' case the weakest in American history. His full speech: Mr. Chairman, I agree witheverybody that tonight is a verysolemn night. This is the third time in thelast 40 years, 45 years, thatthis committee has sat to readarticles of impeachment againstthe President of the United States. What we are debating here, in myopinion, is the weakest case inhistory. And yet the Democrats have decided to go full speed ahead, again because ofthe clock and the calendar, withan incomplete record, simply byusing hearsay evidence andtrashing the rules of the Houseevery time they can in order tospeed things up for the preordainedconclusion. And that is: apartisan vote for impeachment, something that both the Speakerand the chairman of thiscommitteete rejected earlier onwhen they thought they couldmake this bipartisan. If they could've made itbipartisan, they blew theiropportunity very early on withtheir trashing of the rules andthe trashing of what is thehistory of what is in the history this committee. Now, let's look at these twoarticles. Unlike the Nixon and Clintonimpeachment, there is no crimethat is alleged to have been committed by the President of the United States. There are policy differences, but I would submit that giventhe definition of treason, andbribery, and other high crimesand misdemeanors, that does notmean that the policy differencesshould be enough to remove apresident from office. There is no allegation ofbribery in these articles. There is no allegation ofextortion. They have defined for themselveswhat a high crime andmisdemeanor will be. This bar is so low that what ishappening is that a futurepresident can be impeached forany disagreement when thepresidency and the House of Representatives are controlledby different parties. And that goes back toestablishing a parliamentarysy… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/wisconsin-leaders-groups-all-say-usmca-trade-deal-is-a-win | Wisconsin leaders, groups all say USMCA trade deal is a win | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Benjamin Yount of the Center Square The verdict in Wisconsin about the new trade deal with Canada and Mexico is nearly unanimous. Business groups and elected leaders all say the United States/Mexico/Canada Agreement (USMCA) is a win for Wisconsin. Our farmers have been waiting in uncertainty for more than a year for USMCA to get done. So, it's certainly good news to see the deal take this significant step forward. There are more steps to be taken, however, so we are not breathing a full sigh of relief,"Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative PresidentBrody Stapel said Tuesday. The Edge isone of the largest dairy co-ops in the country. USMCA is critical to the long-term success of the U.S. dairy community," Stapel said. "Mexico is our number one dairy foods export market and Canada is third. Combined," he said. "They account for more than $2 billion each year. This agreement would protect those longtime trading relationships and allow for growth in market share. That means economic certainty for businesses, families, employees and rural communities." Wisconsin's longest serving congressman, U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, R-Milwaukee, also said that access to Canadian and Mexican markets is a big win for dairy farmers in Wisconsin. "It is a boon for our state's dairy farmers who will have more access to Canadian markets," Sensenbrenner said. "After enduring months of needless delay, I am eager to vote for the deal and am grateful to the Trump administration for their tireless work reaching an agreement. The deal is coming together after a few tweaks and some concessions to labor unions. U.S. Rep. Ron Kind, D-LaCrosse, said those changes are key, not just in moving the deal forward but for making it workable. "Raising standards in trade agreements to level the playing field for workers, farmers, and businesses is vital so we are not trying to compete in a race to the bottom," Kind said in a statement. Both Canada and Mexico must ratify the new trade agreement. There is hope Congress can finalize it by perhaps… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-supports-critical-bill-for-service-members | Steil Supports Critical Bill for Service Members | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil released a statement after voting in favor of the national defense bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). "We have the strongest military in the world. It is important we properly prepare for emerging threats facing our country. We must also ensure our men and women in uniform have the training, resources, and equipment needed to protect our nation here at home and abroad. The NDAA enhances our military's capabilities while supporting our service members and their families." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-supports-critical-bill-service-members | Steil Supports Critical Bill for Service Members | 2019-12-11 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, Bryan Steil released a statement after voting in favor of the national defense bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). We have the strongest military in the world. It is important we properly prepare for emerging threats facing our country. We must also ensure our men and women in uniform have the training, resources, and equipment needed to protect our nation here at home and abroad. The NDAA enhances our military's capabilities while supporting our service members and their families. On background: Funding for the military runs out on December 20, 2019. Last month, Steil delivered a floor speech on the consequences of passing short-term funding bills for the military. You can watch the floor speech here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-announces-freedom-high-school-student-winner-2019-congressional-app | Gallagher Announces Freedom High School Student as Winner of 2019 Congressional App Challenge | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today announced that Alex Scheibe from Freedom High School won the 2019 Congressional App Challenge for Wisconsin's Eighth Congressional District. Alex created the Automatic Game Helper Artificial Intelligence app, an adventure game where Artificial Intelligence helps the player navigate a fantasy world. He created this app to counter negative connotations surrounding Artificial Intelligence. Artificial Intelligence will shape the economy of tomorrow and have a tremendous impact on industries across Northeast Wisconsin, said Rep. Gallagher. This change will be disruptive, but Alex's work is proof that students right here in our community can play a leading role in understanding Artificial Intelligence and the benefits that come with it. I'm proud that such a bright student hails from Northeast Wisconsin, and look forward to seeing what the future has in store for this young innovator. Click here to watch a video of Alex explaining the app. Click here to watch a video of Rep. Gallagher discussing the competition. Background: The annual Congressional App Challenge is a nation-wide effort to spur interest in coding, STEM, and computer-science education among middle and high school students. Congressional App Challenge winners will be invited to Washington, D.C. in the Spring of 2020 to showcase their apps at the #HouseofCode event in the U.S. Capitol. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-introduces-bill-support-mexico-s-anti-corruption-campaign | Gallagher Introduces Bill to Support Mexicos Anti-Corruption Campaign | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) yesterday introduced H.R. 5369, the Supporting Mexico Against Corruption (SMAC) Act. This bill would combat corruption by requiring the President to impose Magnitsky Sanctions on individuals in the Mexican government that the U.S. Treasury Department has credible evidence engaged in corrupt activities outlined by the Global Magnitsky Act. Under the SMAC Act, the President would have 120 days to implement these sanctions. Click here for bill text. In light of recent cartel-related violence in Mexico, it is time for a maximum pressure campaign against the corruption that gives these criminal organizations safe harbor, said Rep. Gallagher. We must support those in the Mexican government who are committed to rooting out corruption. Background: Since the enactment of the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act of 2017, the U.S. Department of Treasury has sanctioned four Mexican nationals, including a former Mexican government official, under the Act. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-statement-announcement-usmca-agreement | Gallagher Statement on Announcement of USMCA Agreement | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today issued the following statement after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) announced Democrats had reached a deal with the Trump Administration on the USMCA more than a year after President Trump signed the pledge. It's about damn time. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1356 | Grothman Statement of Partisan Voting Rights Bill | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Glenn Grothman | G000576 | grothman.house.gov | legacy | Last Friday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi brought H.R. 4 to the House floor, which passed with a nearly party-line vote. The so-called Voting Rights Advancement Act is another example of a cleverly-named bill that sounds nice, but whose goal is to strip states of their right to administer their own elections and whose consequences will result in further incentives to commit voter fraud. Wisconsin law currently requires one form of government-issued identification, including a driver's license, student I.D. and six others, to let election administrators know that the person seeking to cast a vote is indeed a resident of the state and voting in the correct election. Congressional, state Senate, state Assembly and Mayoral districts (among others) all have different constituencies depending on where district lines are drawn. Voter I.D. laws not only protect the integrity of our elections, but allow poll workers, who often volunteer for their position, to ensure that when somebody votes, they are voting in the correct election. Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today released the following statement about H.R. 4: It's been well-documented that far too much time and energy have been put toward the phony impeachment hearings, said Grothman. That is why it is so shocking that the little time leftover has been allocated to passing a bill that will strip away states' rights to administer their own elections. Democrats have been very clever this Congress when naming their bills. The name of the bill will often be an idea that everyone agrees with, such as voting rights, but when you dig into the text, you see a very different story. The so-called Voting Rights Advancement Act is nothing more than a federal government takeover of elections, taking power away from citizens and states and instead giving it to politicians and bureaucrats. It was disappointing to see every Democrat vote for this bill. Furthermore, this bill goes against the will of Wisconsinites by overturning state photo I.D. laws. When I speak with p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-compares-impeachment-to-mccarthyism | Sensenbrenner compares impeachment to McCarthyism | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: WSAU WASHINGTON, DC (Wisconsin Radio Network) -- As Democrats continue to make their case for an impeachment of the President, Republicans say the process is corrupt. Speaking at the House Judiciary Hearing on Monday, Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner, along with other Republicans, took exception to California Congressman Devin Nunes being named in a report as having made phone calls to suspected co-conspirators in the investigation. He said, "Folks, you have made Joe McCarthy look like a piker, with what you've done with the electronic surveillance involved." Sensenbrenner added that releasing phone records of members of congress and their staff members was inappropriate. "It is something that has to be put a stop to now. It is something that has to be fessed up to now, whether it's you Mr. Goldman that authorized the matching and the publication, or whether it was Chairman Schiff." Democrats laid out their claims that the President willfully broke the law, that others knew about it, and that he continues to attempt to subvert the elections. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-statement-on-articles-of-impeachment | Sensenbrenner Statement on Articles of Impeachment | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner(WI-05) issued the following statement after Speaker Pelosi today annouced articles of impeachment against President Trump: Democrats have wanted to impeach President Trump since January 20, 2017 and realized their dream would come true last November. Despite the fact that they could find no bipartisan supporta criterion once set by both Speaker Pelosi and Chairman Nadlerthey are pushing forward with this exercise that will further tear the country apart. Just as the Founders feared, divided governments will now almost certainly lead to partisan impeachments. The Democrats' obsession with ousting the President made today an inevitability, but it is nevertheless a sad day for the Republic. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-usmca-is-a-huge-win-for-wisconsin | Sensenbrenner: USMCA is a Huge Win for Wisconsin | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Today,Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner(WI-05) issued the following statement after negotiators announced they reached a final deal on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA):This is a huge win for America and for Wisconsin. It is a boon for our state's dairy farmers who will have more access to Canadian markets. After enduring months of needless delay, I am eager to vote for the deal and am grateful to the Trump administration for their tireless work reaching an agreement. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/wisconsin-dairy-business-interests-weigh-in-on-new-north-american-trade-agreement | Wisconsin dairy, business interests weigh in on new North American trade agreement | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Briana Reilly of the Cap Times Wisconsin congressional Republicans are pushing for quick passage of a new trade deal announced Tuesday that dairy and business interests say would help bring certainty to the state. But Wisconsin Democrats said they're keen to review the measure before publicizing whether it would get their support. House Democrats Tuesday morning announced they had come to a deal with President Donald Trump's administration over the renegotiated trade pact, withnational media outlets reportingthe party was able to secure changes to provisions on prescription drug pricing, the environment, labor and more. Overall, Wisconsin congressional lawmakers lauded the news, with U.S. Rep. Ron Kind touting his efforts to "ensure a level playing field for Wisconsin workers and farmers," maintain U.S. jobs and more. "The bipartisan efforts, changes to labor standards, increases in enforceability measures, and the solidifying of agricultural access should all serve as a baseline for how future trade agreements will be drafted," the La Crosse Democrat said in astatement, though he didn't guarantee he'd support it on the floor as he first wants to review the language. U.S. Reps. Gwen Moore and Mark Pocan, both Democrats, hadn't yet weighed in on the deal Tuesday afternoon, with a Pocan spokesman saying the Madison rep hadn't seen the bill text and therefore declined to comment. It's about damn time," U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher, a Green Bay Republican, wrote in atweet. "USMCA is a win for Wisconsin and a win for America. It should have been brought up for a vote months ago." State Republicans,including U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, have called on Congress to sign off on the update to the North American Free Trade Agreement for months, though Democrats have expressed reservations about the plan. Trump andVice President Mike Pencein visits to the state have also urgedpassage of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. The agreement to update NAFTA, which first took effect in 1994, h… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-statement-on-usmca-progress | Steil Statement on USMCA Progress | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil released a statement following the announcement of an official agreement on the United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA). "USMCA is a win for Wisconsin, for our dairy and manufacturing industries, and for middle class families. After months of delay, we are finally moving ahead with USMCA. This is an improved trade deal with two of Wisconsin's top trading partners, Mexico and Canada. USMCA gives Wisconsin farmers critical access to Canada's dairy market. It also creates jobs in the USA. From day one, I've supported this agreement and I am happy to see we are nearing the finish line. Wisconsin farmers and workers depend on strong trade agreements with our allies." On background: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-statement-usmca-progress | Steil Statement on USMCA Progress | 2019-12-10 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, Bryan Steil released a statement following the announcement of an official agreement on the United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA). USMCA is a win for Wisconsin, for our dairy and manufacturing industries, and for middle class families. After months of delay, we are finally moving ahead with USMCA. This is an improved trade deal with two of Wisconsin's top trading partners, Mexico and Canada. USMCA gives Wisconsin farmers critical access to Canada's dairy market. It also creates jobs in the USA. From day one, I've supported this agreement and I am happy to see we are nearing the finish line. Wisconsin farmers and workers depend on strong trade agreements with our allies. On background: Throughout Steil's first term in office, Steil has been an outspoken supporter of USMCA. In April, Steil held an Agriculture and Trade Roundtable in Burlington, Wisconsin to discuss impacts of USMCA on our dairy and agriculture industry. In October, Steil joined Vice President Mike Pence in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin to highlight the importance of USMCA for Wisconsin manufacturing and workers. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-statement-on-doj-ig-report | Sensenbrenner Statement on DOJ IG Report | 2019-12-09 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI-05) offered the following statement today after Inspector General Michael Horowitz released his report:The Intelligence Community is given powerful tools to protect the security of the American people, including conducting surveillance operations. These tools require vigorous oversight to make sure the rights of Americans are protected. The OIG Report released today highlights multiple missteps, errors, and omissions by the FBI in conducting FISA Surveillance of an American citizen. Congress must fully examine these findings and take corrective actions to prevent similar issues in the future. Sensenbrenner Statement on DOJ IG Report Washington, D.C.Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI-05) offered the following statement today after Inspector General Michael Horowitz released his report: The Intelligence Community is given powerful tools to protect the security of the American people, including conducting surveillance operations. These tools require vigorous oversight to make sure the rights of Americans are protected. The OIG Report released today highlights multiple missteps, errors, and omissions by the FBI in conducting FISA Surveillance of an American citizen. Congress must fully examine these findings and take corrective actions to prevent similar issues in the future. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/democrats-voting-rights-legislation-doomed-after-partisan-house-vote | Democrats voting rights legislation doomed after partisan House vote | 2019-12-06 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Emma Dumain of McClatchy The Democrats' campaign to regain control of the House in 2018 includeda pledgeto restore a key provision of the Voting Rights Act. But a vote on Friday signals their legislation is headed nowhere. Their bill passed along party lines, 228-187, with only one Republican, Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania, voting yes. It was the first time that a rewrite or reauthorization of the original Voting Rights Act of 1965 has had a partisan vote. The White House issued a veto threat of the Democrats' Voting Rights Advancement Act, which would restore a provision requiring certain states to get federal government permission before changing local election laws. House Republicans rebranded the bill as The Federal Control of Elections Act. And even without strong opposition from the White House, there was little appetite to take up the bill in the GOP-controlled Senate. Republicans said Democrats were to blame for crafting a bill that could not get GOP or White House support. If Democrats want an issue, they can continue down this path. If they want a law, they know my number. My record speaks for itself, said Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, R-Wis. Sensenbrenner was the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee in 2006, the last time Congress passed a reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act, 390-33. The Senate passed the same bill 98-0 and Republican President George W. Bush signed it into law. Democrats resented the characterization that they had not worked with Republicans in good faith, blaming political polarization for the lack of GOP support. If it were just a messaging bill, I will have wasted ten months' worth of time, said Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, the chairwoman of a House subcommittee on elections, who held nine hearings around the country on voter access that culminated in a 144-page report to justify an updated Voting Rights Act. When the original Voting Rights Act was passed in 1965, it required certain states with histories of voter discrimination and disenfranchisemen… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/dhillon-disrespecting-out-president-will-backfire-on-foreign-leaders-democrats | Dhillon: Disrespecting out president will backfire on foreign leaders, Democrats | 2019-12-05 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | This is a rush transcript from "The Ingraham Angle," December 4, 2019. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. Laura Ingraham: All right, I'm Laura Ingraham. This is The Ingraham Angle from Washington, tonight. The Democrats thought that this spectacle was going to help? Well, our legal eagles will be here in moments to break it all down, just how damaging it was for the Democrats today. And, Henry, he has new reporting about potential cracks forming in Pelosi's caucus. Also, tonight, he is only -- I think is one of only two sitting congressmen who was front and center in the last impeachment of a president, James Sensenbrenner, is here to sound the alarm over the current sham proceedings. Plus, Raymond Arroyo reveals how the style of today's witnesses could actually hurt their arguments. And the media attacks Melania's holiday wardrobe. All of that in scene and unseen. But, first, "you know it's over when," that's the focus of tonight's angle. Okay, as I was just saying to Hannity, if you or anyone you love is thinking of applying to law school, you must be having major second thoughts today. Three professors prattled on about how Trump must be impeached 11 months before an election. Their delivery was alternatively angry, dismissive, and tedious. Despite the wall-to-wall coverage and relentless hype by the Democrats, today's soporific symposium cratered any hope that they're going to coax Americans into supporting impeachment. Here are the top five reasons you know it's over. First, today's legal experts tried to pass of as facts flimsy theories and unsupported inferences. And they used those theories and inferences to conclude that the President should be basically removed from office. [begin video clip] Male Speaker: The phone call, itself, of July 25th if extraordinarily clear to my mind, in that we hear the President asking for a favor that's clearly of personal benefit, rather than acting on behalf of the interests of the nation. Male Speaker: And acting on his -- for his own person… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/doug-collins-calls-for-hearing-of-republican-witnesses-in-impeachment-inquiry | Doug Collins calls for hearing of Republican witnesses in impeachment inquiry | 2019-12-05 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Jeff Mordock of the Washington Times The ranking Republican on the House Judiciary Committee Thursday called for ChairmanJerrold L. Nadlerto hold a minority day of hearings, which would allow Republicans to call their own witnesses to testify before the panel. Rep.Doug Collinsof Georgia sent a letter to Mr.Nadler, New York Democrat, saying congressional rules require a hearing with witnesses held by the minority party ahead of drafting articles of impeachment. The requested minority hearing day must take place before articles of impeachment are considered by the committee, Mr.Collinswrote citing a House rule he described as clear and unequivocal. On Wednesday, the House Judiciary Committee held its first impeachment hearing. During the hearing Mr.Collinsand Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, Wisconsin Republican, both urged the panel to schedule a minority day of hearings. Where is fairness? It was promised. It is not being delivered, Mr.Collinssaid. Mr.Nadler, New York Democrat, tabled the request for a later day. He concluded the hearing Wednesday saying he looked forward to discussing the Republican's request. Mr.Collinsinterrupted and told the chairman there is nothing for you to review. Mr.Nadlerignored the comment and started his closing remarks. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-honors-nick-guilette-congressional-record | Gallagher Honors Nick Guilette in the Congressional Record | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) this week honored Nick Guilette of Casco, Wisconsin by entering a statement of recognition into the Congressional Record, the document that reflects the official proceedings of Congress. Mr. Guilette received the Certified Crop Adviser Conservationist of the Year award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The full text is found below: Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Nick Guilette of Casco, Wisconsin for receiving the Certified Crop Adviser Conservationist of the Year award from the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). His leadership in agriculture conservation practices contribute greatly to Wisconsin's agricultural industry and set an excellent example of stewardship to the community and the environment. Nick has a lifelong commitment to agriculture, growing up on his family's farm where they tended over 300 acres of land. He has dedicated his professional career to conservation efforts, excelling in positions such as Advanced Nutrient Management and GPS Technician, Certified Crop Adviser and Agronomist, and Demonstration Farm Project Manager. Utilizing his background in resource management and soil health, Nick provides guidance to local farms as well as the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) within the USDA. Nick partners with NRCS through his role as Demonstration Farm Project Manager. He works with producers through the Door-Kewaunee Watershed Demonstration Farm Network striving to protect the Great Lakes from excess nutrients and sediment leaving the rural landscape. Nick participates as an educator at field days, farm tours, workshops, and demonstration events on crop and nutrient management practices that build soil health and reduce erosion. In addition to his partnership with the USDA, Nick is vital in furthering soil and water conservation efforts throughout Wisconsin's Eighth Congressional district. He actively participates in my Save the Bay initiative by lending his expertise at Door/Kewaunee Watershed workgroup meetings. He also played a key rol… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1351 | Grothman on President Trumps SNAP Improvements | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Glenn Grothman | G000576 | grothman.house.gov | legacy | Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a final rule that promotes work for able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs). This rule will encourage these individuals, who are capable of working, to find jobs and the dignity that comes with earning a paycheck. Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) introduced a bill that would have accomplished the same objective last Congress, and issued the following statement about today's rule: I am glad to see that President Trump and his administration are taking the initiative on welfare reform. I am glad that we have a President who is putting the best interest of the country at the forefront, said Grothman. This is an important step in reforming welfare programs to help free capable individuals from government dependence and empower them to achieve the American Dream. I believe we should provide assistance to those who have fallen on hard times, but these work requirement waivers have been a part of an unfortunate trend of government laws and regulations that create disincentives for individuals to work. Many times the system under previous administrations encouraged recipients not to work, discouraged recipients from marrying and encouraged the sale of food stamps. Making work requirements mandatory will address all of these problems. -30- U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman is serving his third term representing Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/democrats-hedge-on-christmas-impeachment | Democrats hedge on Christmas impeachment | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Susan Ferrechio of the Washington Examiner There are only a dozen days left in the 2019 House legislative calendar, and House Democrats are weighing whether to squeeze in an impeachment vote before they leave town for the year. Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other Democratic leaders who met privately with Democrats Wednesday did not discuss a date for considering articles of impeachment against President Trump, who they accuse of abusing his office and obstructing Congress. There were no dates discussed, Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland told reporters Wednesday. The speaker has said, I've said, others have said, we want to do this as expeditiously as possible. Behind the scenes, Democrats are weighing a Judiciary Committee vote next week on a handful of impeachment articles pertaining to their allegations that Trump tried to bribe Ukrainian government officials into investigating Joe Biden and the Democrats. The articles would also charge Trump with obstructing Congress for refusing Democratic demands for witnesses and documents. In the closed-door briefing Wednesday, Pelosi cautioned Democrats to give room for their colleagues to reach their own conclusions as the inquiry proceeds, a top aide said. The caucus, however, did not reach any group conclusion on whether to move forward with impeachment, but rather, members overwhelmingly indicated that they want to continue to advance the inquiry on its current deliberative path, one step at a time. Next week, the Intelligence Committee lawyers from both parties will testify before the Judiciary Committee about the 300-page impeachment report Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff released Tuesday. Democrats could take up the articles next week, leaving open the possibility of a floor vote before Dec. 20. Democrats deny they are aiming for a vote this month. We are not focused on any timeline, other than to get this right, keep it fair, and make sure our election is secure, Rep. Eric Swalwell of California said Wednesday. Swalwell and other lawmak… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/wisconsin-s-jim-sensenbrenner-assails-impeachment-inquiry-at-house-judiciary-hearing | Wisconsin's Jim Sensenbrenner assails impeachment inquiry at House Judiciary hearing | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Craig Gilbert of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel WASHINGTON -It should come as no surprise that the first Republican voice to be heard at Wednesday's House Judiciary hearing on impeachment was that of Wisconsin's 41-year veteran of Congress, Jim Sensenbrenner. Moments after the Judiciary chair, Democrat Jerry Nadler, began the lengthy hearing, Sensenbrenner interjected to demand a separate minority day of hearings for witnesses called by Republicans. Nadler said the request would be considered. Sensenbrenner was the first of many Republicans to register their objections to the impeachment process over the course of the hearing, which featured four constitutional scholars debating the meaning of high crimes and misdemeanors and whether President Donald Trump has committed impeachable acts. I'm a veteran of impeachments. I've been named by the House as an impeachment manager in four impeachments:Clinton and three judges. That's more than anybody else in history, the Wisconsin Republican said when his regular five-minute turn to speak at the hearing arrived. Sensenbrenner, a past chairman of the Judiciary Committee and the longest-serving Republican in the House, has been a vocal critic of how Democrats have pursued the impeachment of Trump. Heco-wrote an op-edin The Wall Street Journal last month complaining that the current inquiry is so fundamentally unfair that justice cannot be served. Sensenbrenner was one of the House impeachment managers named by Republicans in the impeachment case against Democrat Bill Clinton in 1998 and 1999. When his turn came up at Wednesday's hearing, he assailed Democrats for tying the country up for three months and going on four now, wrapping everybody in this town around the axle rod. I think the American public are getting a little bit sick and tired of impeachment, impeachment, impeachmentwhen they know less than year from now they will be able to determine whether Donald Trump stays in office or whether somebody else will get elected. Sensenbrenner suggested Tru… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-co-introduces-solution-help-working-families | Steil Co-Introduces Solution to Help Working Families | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, Bryan Steil joined Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21) and colleagues to introduce The Advancing Support for Working Families Act. Working parents deserve flexibility when dealing with child care costs. The first year of a child's life can be one of the most expensive. Our proposal gives parents the option to receive additional support following the birth or adoption of a child. I am glad to join my colleague, Elise Stefanik, in this effort to address the challenges facing young families, said Steil. The joy of starting a family should not be dampened by the fear of being unable to make ends meet if a parent takes time off work, said Stefanik. This bipartisan effort to support hardworking families in the first year after birth or adoption will prove critical to ensuring families can thrive without the burden of potential bankruptcy or debt. I'm proud to introduce the Advancing Support for Working Families Act with my colleagues, which will bring tangible benefits and enhance paid leave options for the hardworking families. On background: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed in the 115th Congress doubled the Child Tax Credit (CTC). Now, parents can claim an annual CTC of up to $2,000 for each child under the age of 17. The Advancing Support for Working Families Act gives parents the option of advancing up to $5,000 from their CTC upon the birth or adoption of a child. If parents choose to take the CTC in advance, parents would then receive an adjusted CTC of up to $1,500 annually over the next 10 years. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) introduced the companion bill in the Senate today. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-co-introduces-solution-to-help-working-families | Steil Co-Introduces Solution to Help Working Families | 2019-12-04 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil joined Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21) and colleagues to introduce The Advancing Support for Working Families Act. "Working parents deserve flexibility when dealing with child care costs. The first year of a child's life can be one of the most expensive. Our proposal gives parents the option to receive additional support following the birth or adoption of a child. I am glad to join my colleague, Elise Stefanik, in this effort to address the challenges facing young families," said Steil. "The joy of starting a family should not be dampened by the fear of being unable to make ends meet if a parent takes time off work," said Stefanik. "This bipartisan effort to support hardworking families in the first year after birth or adoption will prove critical to ensuring families can thrive without the burden of potential bankruptcy or debt. I'm proud to introduce the Advancing Support for Working FamiliesAct with my colleagues, which will bring tangible benefits and enhance paid leave options for the hardworking families." On background: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed in the 115th Congress doubled the Child Tax Credit (CTC). Now, parents can claim an annual CTC of up to $2,000 for each child under the age of 17. The Advancing Support for Working Families Act gives parents the option of advancing up to $5,000 from their CTC upon the birth or adoption of a child. If parents choose to take the CTC in advance, parents would then receive an adjusted CTC of up to $1,500 annually over the next 10 years. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) introduced the companion bill in the Senate today. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:45:33Z |
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/what-to-watch-for-at-wednesday-s-impeachment-hearing | What to watch for at Wednesday's impeachment hearing | 2019-12-03 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Benjamin Siegel of ABC News Some of President Donald Trump's fiercest critics and defenders on Capitol Hill return to the spotlight Wednesday as the House Judiciary Committee holds its first hearing in theUkraineimpeachment inquiry. On Wednesday morning, the panel will hear testimony from constitutional scholars just hours after the House Intelligence Committeereleased its reportTuesday evening into whether Trump improperly ordered military aid to Ukraine withheld to pressure the country to launch investigations against a potential 2020 political rival. Led by Democrat Jerry Nadler of New York, the committee is also responsible for drafting and approving any articles of impeachment against Trump, which some Democrats have suggested could include charges focused on bribery, obstruction of justice and obstruction of Congress. The House Judiciary Committee is much more contentious Unlike the House Intelligence Committee, a historically buttoned-up panel that has traditionally conducted its oversight of the intelligence community quietly and in a bipartisan fashion, the 41-member Judiciary Committee is one of the oldest and largest in the House, and tends to attract sharp-elbowed lawyers, former prosecutors and passionate advocates because of its sprawling jurisdiction over the justice system, immigration, federal and criminal law. A mix of party leaders, junior lawmakers, and partisans from both sides of the aisle, the Judiciary Committee also includes some of the most prominent defenders and critics of the president on Capitol Hill. Members to watch Trump confidants such as Republican Reps. Matt Gaetz of Florida, who led a Republican protest in the closed-door SCIF (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility) and disrupted the Intelligence Committee's work in October, and Rep. Louie Gohmert of Texas, who has accused Democrats of waging a coup against the president, are both members of the committee, and will take part in questioning of any witnesses moving forward. For the majority, Rep. Jamie Raskin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=1CA13867-0E1C-43E0-B00F-E7549302C26E | Johnson Statement on Wisconsin High School Incidents | 2019-12-03 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said the following Tuesday regarding safety at our state's schools: The incidents at Waukesha South and Oshkosh West remind us that we do not possess the capability to completely prevent someone from bringing a weapon to school. We should all be thankful, however, that larger tragedies may well have been averted due to training, and the swift and courageous action of students, teachers, school administrators, and armed school resource officers. This confirms that action can and should be taken to mitigate harm and limit casualties when weapons are brought into schools. A recent report published by the Secret Service that studied 41 school shootings from 2008-2017 demonstrates that in every case, the shooter showed concerning behaviors prior to the attack. In addition, the Department of Homeland Security will soon go live with an internet clearinghouse of school safety best practices that school officials should be aware of and utilize. Let's not let anyone's vision of the perfect' solution prevent us from taking action that will do some good." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/17-year-old-with-handgun-shot-by-officer-inside-waukesha-south-hs-terrifying-day | 17-year-old with handgun shot by officer inside Waukesha South HS: Terrifying day | 2019-12-02 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Amy Dupont of FOX6 WAUKESHA -- An officer shot a 17-year-old male student who was armed on Monday morning, Dec. 2 in a classroom atWaukesha South High School. Waukesha Police Chief Russell Jack spoke with the media and indicated around 10:15 a.m., a student at the school reported that another student brought a handgun to school -- and was in possession of it. A student resource officer (SRO) immediately responded to the classroom where the armed student was located. Police said the SRO made efforts to secure the classroom by getting the other students to safety. Other Waukesha officers also responded to the school. Officers spoke with the student to de-escalate the situation, but Chief Jack said the student would not remove his hands from his pockets -- and ignored officers' commands. At one point, the student removed the handgun from his waistband and pointed it at officers. An officer was forced to discharge his firearm -- striking the student. Life-saving efforts were immediately put into action -- and the remaining students were evacuated from the school. Chief Jack said a firearm was recovered. The 17-year-old was taken to the hospital -- and listed in stable condition. The officer who fired his service weapon is an 11-year veteran of the Waukesha Police Department. Neither he nor any other officers or students were injured in this incident. "This is clearly a superintendent's worst nightmare," said Waukesha Schools Superintendent Todd Gray. "We are very grateful for the response of the South High School SRO, the Waukesha Police Department, and the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department." "For the citizens of Waukesha, I know this was a terrifying day for many students and parents," said Waukesha Mayor Shawn Reilly. Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner offered the following statement on this matter: "I commend the students, school personnel, and first responders at Waukesha South for their swift response to today's incident. I will continue monitoring the situation as details are released and encoura… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/elected-officials-react-to-waukesha-school-shooting | Elected officials react to Waukesha school shooting | 2019-12-02 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Victor Jacobo of CBS 58 MADISON, Wis. (CBS 58) Democrats expressed disappointment in the lack of action on gun violence following a school shooting in Waukesha South High School. My heart is with the students, educators, and staff of Waukesha South High School and the entire Waukesha community as they mourn and endure the trauma of today's shooting, Gov. Tony Evers said in a statement. Evers added gratitude for the action of educators and first responders who worked quickly to keep students safe. Evers continued, Today is a grim reminder that this can happen anywhere, but I do not acceptnor should we acceptthat this is an inevitable reality for our kids, our communities, our state, or our country. The governor hinted at the need to address the issue in the State Capitol, something he has tried to do recently. In November, a Special Session called by Evers ended almost as soon as it began as republican leadership, including Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald refused to take up a pair of bills on gun safety up for debate or a vote. It's unclear as of now whether or not those bills would have prevented Monday's incident at Waukesha South. Other officials were more explicit in their call for action. Lawmakers have an obligation to do everything possible to ensure people feel safe where they attend school, work, and events in their community, Assembly Minority Leader Gordon Hintz said in a statement. People in every corner of the state have voiced these fears to their elected officials and are looking to their leaders to act. Hintz ended his statement saying, While there are no easy solutions to end gun violence, we cannot continue to sit back and do nothing. We will continue to pursue common sense gun safety measures to lower these incidents of violence moving forward. Republicans expressed gratitude for the work of first responders and educators. I commend the students, school personnel, and first responders at Waukesha South for their swift response to today's inc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/police-officer-shoots-armed-student-at-waukesha-south-high-school | Police: Officer shoots armed student at Waukesha South High School | 2019-12-02 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Brad Evans of WISN12 WAUKESHA, Wis. Police say a police officer shot an armed student at Waukesha South High School. The shooting happened just before 10 a.m. Monday. Students were dismissed after they were placed under a lockdown. School officials told parents the shooting happened after a police officer confronted a 17-year-old boy after receiving information the student was armed with a gun in the school. Police said the student would not remove his hands from his pants pocket. They said the suspect removed a gun from his waistband and pointed it at the officer. The officer ordered the student to drop the gun before the shots were fired, police said. Witnesses told WISN 12 News they heard at least three shots fired. Administrators said the confrontation was isolated to one classroom. Police Chief Russell Jack said multiple officers responded to the classroom. The school resource officer was present but did not fire the shots. Some students reported hiding in closets and under desks. News Chopper 12's Matt Salemme said he saw at least 17 police cruisers at the scene on East Roberta Avenue. Waukesha police called the response a "critical incident." "The building is safe and secure," police tweeted. "The suspect is in custody." Officers said it was an "isolated incident" and they were not seeking any other suspects. "We are in the investigative stage right now as the scene is stabilized," police tweeted. Investigators have not said how many shots were fired. The suspect was taken to a hospital, where he was listed in stable condition. It's not clear how serious his injuries were. No officers were injured. "The safety and security of all students and staff are a top priority," school officials said. Police said the officer was an 11-year veteran of the department. According to the Waukesha South High School website, the school resource officer is Josh Tyndall. The names of the student and officer who fired the shots have not yet been released. Greenfield police will lead the investi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/12/sensenbrenner-statement-on-waukesha-south-high-school | Sensenbrenner Statement on Waukesha South High School | 2019-12-02 | 2019 | 2019-12 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Today,Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner(WI-05) offered the following statement after a school resource officer at Waukesha South High School responded to a potential threat:I commend the students, school personnel, and first responders at Waukesha South for their swift response to today's incident. I will continue monitoring the situation as details are released and encourage anyone with information to contact the Waukesha Police Department. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/house-judiciary-sets-first-impeachment-hearing | House Judiciary Sets First Impeachment Hearing | 2019-11-26 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Jack Rodgers of Courthouse News Service WASHINGTON (CN) The impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump will play out on a new stage next week, as the House Judiciary Committee said Tuesday it will hold its first public hearing in the probe. Chairman Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., wrote in a two-pageletteraddressed to the president that the Dec. 4 hearing will be consistent with rules used in the Clinton and Nixon impeachments. Nadler also invited the president to attend next week's hearings, in accordance with the House's impeachment inquiry resolution. I write to ask if you and your counsel plan to attend the hearing or make a request to question the witness panel, the letter states. If you would like to participate in the hearing, please provide the Committee with notice as soon as possible, but no later than by 6:00 pm on December 1, 2019. Nadler wrote that he remains committed to ensuring a fair and informative process, but noted invitations for a president to attend impeachment hearings are only a courtesy, not a right. The House Intelligence Committee recently completed two weeks of public hearings into accusations of presidential misconduct by Trump, specifically over a July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in which Trump pressured Ukraine to announce an investigation of former Vice President Joe Biden and the 2016 presidential election. Biden is seen as Trump's likely opponent in the 2020 election. The inquiry began with a whistleblower complaint reported directly to Intelligence Committee Adam Schiff, D-Calif. Schiff said Monday that lawmakers on his committee will soonissue a reporton evidence gathered so far, working through the Thanksgiving holiday to do so. Fundamentally, the question that Americans who watched the hearings must ask themselves is: Are the president's actions compatible with the office of the presidency? Schiff wrote in his message. All members of the House will have to examine their conscience and their constitutional duty and decide. In a statement… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/6-photos-vice-president-pences-visit | 6 Photos from Vice President Pence's Visit | 2019-11-25 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | This week, Rep. Gallagher welcomed Vice President Pence and U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia to Marinette to meet with Northeast Wisconsinites and tour Marinette Marine. See what their busy day entailed in the photos below. At approximately 10:00am, Air Force 2 landed at Austin Straubel International Airport. The Vice President and Rep. Gallagher stopped to greet, a number of Northeast Wisconsinites on the tarmac before heading to Marinette. On the way to Marinette Marine, Vice President Pence stopped the motorcade to greet students at Garfield Elementary. It was a memorable experience for all the students, who joined Rep. Gallagher in thanking the Vice President for the spontaneous stop. Before the tour, Rep. Gallagher addressed employees at Marinette Marine and introduced the Vice President. As he said, "This town and this shipyard represent the best of Wisconsin values," which is something that Vice President Pence surely knows as a fellow Midwesterner. Watch the video above to see his full remarks. The Vice President then laid out a compelling agenda for ways we can continue to create exciting opportunities for workers, particularly by passing USMCA. He also had some nice words for Rep. Gallagher, who is committed to helping get common sense initiatives like the USMCA across the finish line (click the picture above to see what he said). On their visit, they also toured the U.S.S. Cooperstown, a Freedom variant of the Littoral Combat Ship, which gave Vice President Pence and Secretary Scalia the chance to see the Wisconsin work ethic firsthand. And before they left Wisconsin after a busy day in Marinette, they stopped at Mickey-Lu-Bar-B-Q for dinner (cheeseburgers, of course). No better way to end a day | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/wisconsinites-week/recognition-jeffrey-knaus-career-plumbers-and-steamfitters-united | IN RECOGNITION OF Jeffrey Knaus Career with the Plumbers and Steamfitters United Association Local 400 | 2019-11-25 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jeffrey Knaus of De Pere, Wisconsin on celebrating his retirement from the Plumbers and Steamfitters United Association Local 400. His leadership in Wisconsin's trade industry is an excellent example of dedication to a craft and service to one's community. Jeff began his career with Tweet-Garot Mechanical as a steamfitter in 1984 and joined the Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 298 in Green Bay. After completing his apprenticeship, Jeff served on the Steamfitter JAC and as a night school instructor for UA Heritage and Steward Training. Jeff's commitment to bettering his skills and the industry led him to advance in leadership. In 2001, he became full-time Business Representative for the NorthEast WI Building and Construction Trades Council and served until January 2005 when he was elected Business Agent for UA Local 400. When Locals 206, 298, 458 and 786 merged in 1998 to become UA Local 400, Jeff was elected local union president from 2002-2004. Jeff was then appointed Assistant Business Manager in 2008 and elected Business Manager/Financial Secretary-Treasurer in 2012. As Business Manager for UA Local 400, Jeff served as chairman of the Education and Health Funds, President of the Fox River Valley Pipe Trades Education Foundation and as a trustee on UA Local 400's DB pension plan and profit sharing/401(k) plan. He has also been assigned by the UA to serve on the Pipe Fabrication Institute and to represent the UA at the last five Metal Trades Department Conferences. Throughout his career, Jeff has committed his time and energy to serving his community. He has championed opportunities for veterans within Local 400, and has been a strong proponent of the UA's Veterans In Piping Program. This program provides veterans with 18 weeks of accelerated training in the pipe trades, including 6 weeks of classroom instruction combined with 12 weeks of on-the-job training. Local 400, under Jeff's leadership, has also demonstrated a strong commitment to youth education in our community… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/wisconsinites-week/recognition-lawrence-university-s-150th-anniversary-federal-depository | IN RECOGNITION OF Lawrence Universitys 150th Anniversary with the Federal Depository Library Program | 2019-11-25 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | HON. MIKE GALLAGHER OF WISCONSIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 30th, 2019 Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 150th anniversary of Lawrence University's partnership with the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) administered by the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO). In 1860, Congress established the GPO to provide and preserve information about the federal government to Congress. The GPO's authority was later expanded through legislation in 1895, making the agency responsible for not only printing for all three branches of government, but also distributing government publications to designated libraries to provide information about the federal government to the public. Thus, the Federal Depository Library Program began. Today, the FDLP distributes government documents to nearly 1,159 libraries. The Seeley G. Mudd Library is the oldest FDLP library among all universities and colleges in Wisconsin. Its collections of Congressional records and government documents include historical treasures unique among all FDLP libraries in the state. The Fox Valley and students of Lawrence University are fortunate to have a resource like the Seeley G. Mudd Library in our community. I am grateful to Lawrence University for pioneering Wisconsin's partnership with the FLDP, and to the Seeley G. Mudd Library for preserving treasured government documents for the community. Madam speaker, it is my honor to congratulate Lawrence University as the Seeley G. Mudd Library celebrates this impressive milestone. Thank you, Madam Speaker. I yield back. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-colleagues-introduce-bill-authorize-motorcyclist-advisory-council | Gallagher, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Authorize Motorcyclist Advisory Council | 2019-11-22 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Reps. Chris Pappas (D-NH), Troy Balderson (R-OH), and Harley Rouda (D-CA), today introduced the Motorcyclist Advisory Council Reauthorization Act, a bill that would reauthorize the Motorcyclist Advisory Council (MAC) at the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for six years. The MAC, whose authorization expires along with surface transportation programs in FY2021, provides DOT with critical firsthand knowledge on infrastructure and road safety measures and serves as the only official forum for motorcyclists to discuss motorcycle issues with the federal government. Click here for bill text. Motorcycle registration is at an all-time high, but this increasing popularity has brought with it increasing risks, such as fatal accidents, said Rep. Gallagher. Motorcycles require specific and in some cases different requirements of roads, and we need an open dialogue between the motorcycle community, infrastructure experts, and the federal government to discuss these challenges. Few states know motorcycles better than Wisconsin, and this bill ensures we can find ways to allow more growth in this industry and make Wisconsin roads more safe. Motorcycling is a time-honored part of our way of life in the Granite State and a key driver for our local economy, said Congressman Chris Pappas. This summer's tragic motorcycle crash on Route 2 further underscores the need for us to do all we can to keep riders safe and out of harm's way. I am proud to help introduce legislation that keeps the Motorcyclist Advisory Council at the Department of Transportation and ensures that those with firsthand knowledge about the unique infrastructure and safety needs of motorcyclists continue to have a seat at the table. The Motorcyclist Advisory Council is a crucial asset that informs smart, strategic, and area-specific motorcyclist policy. This legislation is the first step in ensuring roads across the United States are safer for all who use them, and I thank Congressman Gallagher and my colleagues for the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-announces-staff-office-hours-1 | Steil Announces Staff Office Hours | 2019-11-22 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—The office of Congressman Bryan Steil will host Staff Office Hours next week to assist constituents with federal casework issues. During the week of November 25, there are six options across the First Congressional District for constituents to receive casework assistance or share their thoughts on federal policy. On Tuesday, December 3, there are four opportunities for constituents to receive help. "Our office hours provide a great opportunity for folks to stop by who need help with a federal agency or want to share an opinion with me," said Steil. As always, constituents unable to attend Staff Office Hours can walk in to one of our three offices or set up an appointment. Office locations and hours can be found below. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2019 Village of Sturtevant 1:00pm-2:00pm Village Hall 2801 89th Street Sturtevant, WI 53177 Village of Mount Pleasant 2:30pm-3:30pm Village Hall 8811 Campus Drive Mount Pleasant, WI 53406 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2019 Village of Caledonia 9:00am-10:00am Village Hall 5043 Chester Lane Racine, WI 53402 Village of Wind Point 10:30am-11:30am Village Hall 215 E. Four Mile Road Racine, WI 53402 City of Oak Creek 1:00pm-2:00pm City Hall 8040 S. 6th Street Oak Creek, WI 53154 City of Franklin 2:30pm-3:30pm City Hall 9229 W. Loomis Road Franklin, WI 53132 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2019 Village of Greendale 9:00am-10:00am Village Hall 6500 Northway Greendale, WI 53129 Village of Hales Corners 10:30am-11:30am Village Hall 5635 S. New Berlin Road Hales Corners, WI 53130 Village of Waterford 1:00pm-2:00pm Village Hall 123 N. River Street Waterford, WI 53185 City of Burlington 2:30pm-3:30pm Police Department 224 E. Jefferson Street Burlington, WI 53105 Steil Office Locations and Hours: Janesville Office 20 S. Main St. Suite 10 Janesville, WI 53545 Phone: (608) 752-4050 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and by appointment Kenosha County Office Somers Village/Town Hall 7511 12th Street Somers, WI 53171 Phone: (262) 654… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-joins-vice-president-pence-secretary-scalia-marinette-marine | Gallagher Joins Vice President Pence, Secretary Scalia at Marinette Marine | 2019-11-21 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today traveled with Vice President Mike Pence and U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia to Marinette Marine to discuss the USMCA, workforce development, and issues impacting the shipyard. During the visit, they toured a Freedom variant of a Littoral Combat Ship and addressed Marinette Marine employees. Rep. Gallagher issued the following statement after the visit. Marinette represents the best of our Midwestern values, and I'm grateful that Vice President Pence and Secretary Scalia had the opportunity to see Northeast Wisconsin's work ethic firsthand said Rep. Gallagher. As a Midwesterner himself, Vice President Pence understands the value of hard work, and his speech today laid out a compelling agenda for ways we can continue to create exciting opportunities for workers in Northeast Wisconsin. We have to pass USMCA, we have to find innovative ways to strengthen our workforce, and we have to make sure Marinette continues to build U.S. Navy ships for generations to come. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-crow-lead-bipartisan-sunrise-run-national-mall | Gallagher, Crow Lead Bipartisan Sunrise Run on National Mall | 2019-11-20 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO), today led a bipartisan sunrise run on the National Mall to raise awareness for the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Memorial. Last week, Gallagher and Crow introduced the GWOT Memorial Location Act, which would authorize the establishment of a GWOT memorial in the Reserve section of the National Mall. The run took them past the three sites proposed for the memorial in this bill: Constitution Gardens, West Potomac Park and the JFK Hockey Fields. A picture of the route is below. This morning we ran past monuments honoring some of the greatest individuals in our country's history, from George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, to those who served in the wars of the 20th century, said Rep. Gallagher. Just like the veterans of major wars before them, we must ensure those who served and continue to serve in the Global War on Terror are rightfully honored, and there's no place more fitting to do so than on the National Mall. I'm glad we were able to have such a strong bipartisan showing to examine proposed sites for the Global War on Terror Memorial and raise awareness about this important cause. "The Global War on Terrorism changed the course of American history and the lives of millions of services members, first responders, and civil servants - including my own. Those of us who have served and who have worked to help our fellow veterans understand the power of place. The transformational power of a sacred location where veterans and their families can come together to reflect, remember, and heal, said Rep. Crow. Today's run was a chance for us to come together as members of Congress, but also veterans, and raise awareness about the bill. We have a sacred duty to honor those who have selflessly served in our nation's longest war and it is charge we do not take lightly. Background: Gallagher and Crow were joined by Reps. Van Taylor (R-TX), Conor Lamb (D-PA), Michael Waltz (R-FL), Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ), Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), Global War on Terrorism Memorial F… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-introduces-corporate-governance-reform-and-transparency-act | Steil Introduces the Corporate Governance Reform and Transparency Act | 2019-11-20 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, House Financial Services Committee member Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced H.R. 5116, the Corporate Governance Reform and Transparency Act. H.R. 5116 holds proxy advisory firms accountable by requiring them to register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), disclose conflicts of interest, and make their methodologies publicly available. Reps. Andy Barr, Denver Riggleman, and Ann Wagner are cosponsors of H.R. 5116. Proxy advisors have a significant impact on corporate governance and the financial health of American public companies. My bill fosters proper oversight of this industry and increases transparency. This will improve corporate governance, protect investors, and create competition. The SEC has moved in the right direction with its recent proposals. It is time for Congress to act, said Steil. On Background: Proxy advisory firms advise pension plans, mutual funds, and other institutional investors on how they should vote on management and shareholder proposals at annual corporate meetings. These firms wield a significant amount of influence over corporate governance. Though proxy advisors have an important role to play in providing advice to institutional investors, their activities merit scrutiny due to their outsized influence over corporate governance in the United States. Furthermore, there are legitimate concerns about proxy advisory firm transparency, conflicts of interest, and the accuracy of their recommendations. H.R. 5116, the Corporate Governance Reform and Transparency Act improves the proxy advisory industry and corporate governance by requiring proxy advisory firms to register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), disclose conflicts of interest and codes of ethics, and make their methodologies publicly available. Steil is a member of the following House Financial Services Committee subcommittees: Investor Protection, Entrepreneurship, and Capital Markets; Housing, Community Development, and Insurance; and Diversity and Inclusion. Steil is also a m… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-introduces-the-corporate-governance-reform-and-transparency-act | Steil Introduces the Corporate Governance Reform and Transparency Act | 2019-11-20 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, House Financial Services Committee member Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced H.R. 5116, the Corporate Governance Reform and Transparency Act. H.R. 5116 holds proxy advisory firms accountable by requiring them to register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), disclose conflicts of interest, and make their methodologies publicly available. Reps. Andy Barr, Denver Riggleman, and Ann Wagner are cosponsors of H.R. 5116. "Proxy advisors have a significant impact on corporate governance and the financial health of American public companies. My bill fosters proper oversight of this industry and increases transparency. This will improve corporate governance, protect investors, and create competition. The SEC has moved in the right direction with its recent proposals. It is time for Congress to act," said Steil. On Background: Proxy advisory firms advise pension plans, mutual funds, and other institutional investors on how they should vote on management and shareholder proposals at annual corporate meetings. These firms wield a significant amount of influence over corporate governance. Though proxy advisors have an important role to play in providing advice to institutional investors, their activities merit scrutiny due to their outsized influence over corporate governance in the United States. Furthermore, there are legitimate concerns about proxy advisory firm transparency, conflicts of interest, and the accuracy of their recommendations. H.R. 5116, the Corporate Governance Reform and Transparency Act improves the proxy advisory industry and corporate governance by requiring proxy advisory firms to register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), disclose conflicts of interest and codes of ethics, and make their methodologies publicly available. Steil is a member of the following House Financial Services Committee subcommittees: Investor Protection, Entrepreneurship, and Capital Markets; Housing, Community Development, and Insurance; and Diversity and Inclusion. Steil is a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-introduces-bill-support-women-trucking | Gallagher Introduces Bill to Support Women in Trucking | 2019-11-19 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) yesterday introduced H.R. 5145, the Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act. This bill would direct the administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to establish a Women of Trucking Advisory Board tasked with identifying barriers to entry for women in the trucking industry. The advisory board would also be required to work across organizations and companies to coordinate formal education and training programs and help identify and establish training and mentorship programs for women in the industry. Sens. Moran (R-KS) and Baldwin (D-WI) introduced companion legislation in the U.S. Senate. Click here for bill text. Although women make up nearly half of our country's workforce, they represent less than 10% of truck drivers across the country, said Rep. Gallagher. Small businesses across Northeast Wisconsin rely on a healthy trucking industry to ship their goods, and as trucking companies struggle to find and retain workers, it's critical we learn why women have been greatly underrepresented in this industry. I'm proud to introduce this bill which takes steps to examine ways we can address this problem, expand opportunities for women, and strengthen the trucking industry's workforce. Congressman Gallagher has been a true supporter of our efforts to bring more women into transportation careers. He even took the time to better understand the challenges and opportunities for female drivers by going for a ride with one of our members. We look forward to moving this legislation forward to further our mission, said Ellen Voie, President/CEO of Women In Trucking Association. Background: Women currently make up 47 percent of the United States' labor force, yet represent 24 percent of America's trucking workforce and only about 8 percent of drivers. This legislation is supported by the Women in Trucking Association and the American Trucking Association. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/reps-sensenbrenner-and-kelly-introduce-bill-to-assist-law-enforcement-and-reduce-violence | Reps. Sensenbrenner and Kelly Introduce Bill to Assist Law Enforcement and Reduce Violence | 2019-11-19 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Washington D.C. Today, Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) andCongresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) introduced the Gunfire Detection and Location Technology Act. The legislation would direct the U.S. Attorney General to provide grants to states and localities for gunfire detection and location technology. Specifically, it would authorize $40 million in grants to be distributed in equal parts over the coming four fiscal years. Gunfire detection technology has proven to be successful in many cities across the U.S., including in my home state of Wisconsin. It's time we empower law enforcement officers in other locations to implement this technology so they may better protect their communities, said Congressman Sensenbrenner. This bipartisan bill will help bring modern solutions to some of the longstanding challenges facing violence-plagued areas, and I'm grateful to Congresswoman Kelly for her leadership and cooperation on this effort. As we work to prevent gun violence, we can and must use technology to equip first responders with the resources to respond more quickly in service of victims and investigations. This bipartisan measure will help cities and states adopt this powerful technology that is yielding positive results in our efforts to reduce gun violence and violent crime, said Congresswoman Robin Kelly. I thank Congressman Sensenbrenner for his support of this measure and his long history of working across the aisle to advance the best policies and innovations in serve to our communities. Background: A network of sensors is used to detect gunshots, many of which are unreported to 911 dispatchers. Once a gunshot is detected, the technology triangulates the origin and notifies law enforcement with real-time data. This increase response time allowing for speedier access to victims and rapid securing of the crime scene. Additionally, the data can be used, via a secure database, for predictive intelligence, which further improves response times and resource allocation. This technology is already used by more th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-hold-ninth-telephone-town-hall | Steil to Hold Ninth Telephone Town Hall | 2019-11-19 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | Bryan Steil will hold a telephone town hall for constituents on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 2:45pm CT. Steil has held nine in-person town halls, at least one in each county in the First District, and held eight previous telephone town halls. Please note that while the Congressman aims to start the telephone town hall on time, the U.S. House of Representatives' voting schedule is fluid and can often change without advance notice. This may result in a late start time of the telephone town hall. Constituents and members of the media interested in joining the town hall can do so by calling the following number at 2:45pm CT: 877-229-8493 PIN# 118308 WHAT: Telephone Town Hall WHO: Congressman Bryan Steil WHEN: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 2:45pm CT | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-to-hold-ninth-telephone-town-hall | Steil to Hold Ninth Telephone Town Hall | 2019-11-19 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Bryan Steil will hold a telephone town hall for constituents on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 2:45pm CT. Steil has held nine in-person town halls, at least one in each county in the First District, and held eight previous telephone town halls. Please note that while the Congressman aims to start the telephone town hall on time, the U.S. House of Representatives' voting schedule is fluid and can often change without advance notice. This may result in a late start time of the telephone town hall. Constituents and members of the media interested in joining the town hall can do so by calling the following number at 2:45pm CT: 877-229-8493 PIN# 118308 WHAT: Telephone Town Hall WHO: Congressman Bryan Steil WHEN: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 2:45pm CT | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/charts?ContentRecord_id=67D01847-B6BE-4873-8015-A24D5AF384B3 | FY19 Minors and Family Apprehension Totals | 2019-11-18 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | Milwaukee Office 517 East Wisconsin Avenue Suite 408 Milwaukee, WI 53202 Phone: (414) 276-7282 Fax: (414) 276-7284 Oshkosh Office 219 Washington Avenue Suite 100 Oshkosh, WI 54901 Phone: (920) 230-7250 Fax: (920) 230-7262 Madison Office 5315 Wall Street Suite 110 Madison, WI 53718 Phone: (608) 240-9629 Fax: (608) 240-9646 Washington D.C. Office 328 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-5323 Fax: (202) 228-6965 Mobile Office Mobile Office | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=0A971750-8B01-4C35-AF3B-E6E0133A8C92 | Johnson Responds to House Republicans Request for Information on Ukraine | 2019-11-18 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) today responded to a request from Representatives Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and Devin Nunes (R-Calif.), the ranking members of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform and Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence respectively, to share his firsthand knowledge about the U.S.-Ukraine relationship as part of the House Democrats' impeachment proceedings. Sen. Johnson has worked on Ukraine issues closely during his time in the Senate, and he is currently the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's European Subcommittee. Full text of Sen. Johnson's written response is below and can be found here. The request letter from Reps. Jordan and Nunes can be found here. U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan U.S. Rep. Devin Nunes Ranking Member Ranking Member Committee on Oversight and Reform Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Nov. 18, 2019 I am writing in response to the request of Ranking Members Nunes and Jordan to provide my first-hand information and resulting perspective on events relevant to the House impeachment inquiry of President Trump. It is being written in the middle of that inquiry after most of the depositions have been given behind closed doors, but before all the public hearings have been held. I view this impeachment inquiry as a continuation of a concerted, and possibly coordinated, effort to sabotage the Trump administration that probably began in earnest the day after the 2016 presidential election. The latest evidence of this comes with the reporting of a Jan. 30, 2017 tweet (10 days after Trump's inauguration) by one of the whistleblower's attorneys, Mark Zaid: #coup has started. First of many steps. #rebellion. #impeachment will follow ultimately. But even prior to the 2016 election, the FBI's investigation and exoneration of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, combined with Fusion GPS' solicitation and dissemination of the Steele dossier and the FBI's counterintelligence investigation based on that dossier laid the groundwork for futur… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/monday-june-11 | Sunday, November 17th | 2019-11-17 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | 1:00PM GermantownTown Hall Meeting Village Hall, N112W17001 Mequon Road | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=6AA696A1-B4BA-46A2-9362-F0CDA5BD1466 | Johnson to Share Ukraine Insights with House | 2019-11-17 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Ron Johnson | J000293 | www.ronjohnson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, appeared on NBC's Meet the Press Sunday to discuss House Democrats' impeachment proceedings. Notably, Sen. Johnson announced that he received a request from Representatives Jim Jordan and Devin Nunes to share his firsthand knowledge about the U.S.-Ukraine relationship. Excerpts from the interview are below, and video can be found here. On impeachment proceedings One thing I want to point out is the damage that is being done to our country through this entire impeachment process. It's going to be very difficult for future presidents to have a candid conversation with a world leader, because now we've set the precedent of leaking transcripts. The weakening of executive privilege is not good. I got a letter last night from Representatives Jordan and Nunes asking for basically my telling of events. I will be working on that today. I will lay out what I know in terms of this, and to a certain extent some of my perspective. On his conversation with President Trump about aid to Ukraine What has not been reported from that phone call [with President Trump] at the very end, he said, Ron, I have a hurricane I have to deal with. But I hear what you are saying. We are reviewing this, and I think you will like my decision.' So he's already leaning toward providing that funding on August 31. My guess is that this never would have been exposed, that funding would have been restored and our relationship with Ukraine would have been far better off than it is today. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/monday-june-18 | Saturday, November 16th | 2019-11-16 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner's town hall meeting scheduled for Saturday, November 16th at 10:00amat the Jefferson Public Library has been cancelled because of an unforeseen scheduling conflict. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact Congressman Sensenbrenner's Brookfield office at (262) 784-1111 if you have any questions or require assistance. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-american-security-drone-act | Gallagher, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan American Security Drone Act | 2019-11-15 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Reps. Joe Courtney (D-CT), Ted Yoho (R-FL), Donald Norcross (D-NJ), Mark Green (R-TN), and Jackie Speier (D-CA), today introduced the American Security Drone Act of 2019. This bill would prohibit the federal government from purchasing drones manufactured in countries identified as national security threats, such as China. Sens. Rick Scott (R-FL), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Josh Hawley (R-MO), and Marco Rubio (R-FL) introduced companion legislation the U.S. Senate. Click here for bill text. Drones manufactured by foreign adversaries should be nowhere near the federal government, said Rep. Gallagher. Purchasing this equipment from countries like China uses taxpayer dollars to support the Chinese Communist Party's near-monopoly on this critical market, while also posing a serious national security threat. It is imperative that Congress pass this bipartisan bill to protect U.S. interests, our communities, and our national security supply-chain. I'm proud to join my colleague Rep. Gallagher in introducing this important legislation, which would reduce our Defense and Homeland Security Departments' reliance on foreign-manufactured drone technology. It's clear that the continued use of this technology by the federal government poses a security risk, as evidenced by the Department of Interior's announcement on October 30 that it was grounding all non-emergency use of drones it purchased from DJI, a Chinese drone manufacturer, until a security review is completed. While the needs of these departments with regard to unmanned surveillance capabilities are clear, we cannot subvert our national security imperatives for the sake of expediency, particularly when American manufacturers have the ability to fill this need, said Rep. Courtney. Drones are an integral part of US military strategy and maintaining US superiority in the drone market is critical. However, China is actively stealing our drone technology and intellectual property in order to unde… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-announces-additional-staff-office-hours | Steil Announces Additional Staff Office Hours | 2019-11-15 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—The office of Congressman Bryan Steil will host Staff Office Hours next week to assist constituents with federal casework issues. During the week of November 18th, there are 12 options across the First Congressional District for constituents to attend to receive casework assistance or share their thoughts on federal policy. Steil's office has held 37 previous Staff Office Hours. "Our office hours provide a great opportunity for folks to stop by who need help with a federal agency or want to share an opinion with me," said Steil. As always, constituents unable to attend Staff Office Hours can walk in to one of our three offices or set up an appointment. Office locations and hours can be found below. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Village of Bristol 1:00pm-2:00pm Bristol Municipal Building 19801 83rd Street Bristol, WI 53104 Village of Paddock Lake 2:30pm-3:30pm Village Hall 6969 236th Avenue Paddock Lack, WI 53168 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Village of Wales 9:00am-10:00am Village Hall 129 W. Main Street Wales, WI 53183 Village of North Prairie 1:00pm-2:00pm Village Hall 130 N. Harrison Street North Prairie, WI 53153 Village of Eagle 2:30pm-3:30pm Village Hall 820 E. Main Street Eagle, WI 53119 Village of Dousman 4:00pm-5:00pm Village Hall 118 S. Main Street Dousman, WI 53118 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Village of Salem Lakes 9:00am-10:00am Village Hall 9814 Antioch Road Salem, WI 53168 Village of Union Grove 10:30am-11:30am Community State Bank, Social Room 1500 Main Street Union Grove, WI 53182 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Village of East Troy 9:00am-10:00am Village Hall 2015 Energy Drive Easy Troy, WI 53120 Village of Mukwonago 10:30am-11:30am Village Hall 440 River Crest Court Mukwonago, WI 53149 Village of Big Bend 1:00pm-2:00pm Board Room W230 S9185 Nevins Street Big Bend, WI 53103 City of Muskego 2:30pm-3:30pm City Hall W12 S8200 Racine Avenue Muskego, WI 53150 Steil Office Locations and Hours: Janesville Office 20 S. Main St. Suite 10 Janesvill… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-receives-inaugural-teddy-award-issue-one | Gallagher Receives Inaugural Teddy Award from Issue One | 2019-11-14 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) yesterday received the inaugural Teddy Award from Issue One. Gallagher was recognized for his bipartisan efforts to reform Congress and return government to the people. Sens. James Lankford (R-OK) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), as well as Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-CA) also received Teddy Awards for their work. Congress is broken, and if we don't come together to fix the way this institution works, nothing will ever get done, said Rep. Gallagher. Fordecades, members in both parties gave away Congressional authorities and centralized power at the top. It's time we work together to reverse that trend, take back Congress's Article I powers, and get members of Congress to focus on doing their jobs instead of raising money. There's growing bipartisan support to make Congress work like the Founders intended, and I look forward to continue working with my colleagues to reach that goal. Background: Rep. Gallagher has been a leading advocate for Congressional Reform. He has introduced multiple pieces of legislation to help drain the swamp, and has been a strong voice for changing the Congressional calendar, amending the ways Congress selects committee chairs, and reforming our budget process. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/dr-lisa-arkin-wisconsin-passed-step-therapy-reform-now-we-need-the-federal-government-to-do-the-same | Dr. Lisa Arkin: Wisconsin passed step therapy reform now we need the federal government to do the same | 2019-11-14 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Dr. Lisa Arkin in The Cap Times On the first day of medical school, I took a sacred oath to first, do no harm. Above all, our role as physicians is to relieve suffering, carefully assessing in every treatment decision the delicate balance between risks and benefits. This requires clinical experience and medical knowledge of disease pathophysiology. But it is the available evidence that is paramount in our clinical decision-making as physicians. Clinical trials are created explicitly to evaluate the safety and efficacy of treatments before they are made available to patients. They provide the highest quality evidence to enable physicians to carefully weigh their risks and benefits in any clinical scenario. However, an insurer practice called step therapy has been restraining physicians from carrying out their role by restricting treatment options for patients. Step therapy is when an insurance company forces patients to try and "fail" alternative medications decided by the insurer before covering the cost of the prescription that their physician has prescribed. This typically requires patients to fail less expensive medications first. In some cases, step therapy flies in the face of the available medical evidence, potentially endangering patients, frustrating physicians and other health care providers, and in the long run incurring greater costs for the health care system. Thankfully, this year the Wisconsin Legislature passed, and Gov. Tony Evers signed Senate Bill 26 to reform step therapy in Wisconsin. The bill took effect on Nov. 1. I applaud the work of the bill sponsors, Sen. Alberta Darling and Rep, John Nygren, and all of the many advocates who came together to get this passed. But it's not enough. In order to protect all Wisconsin patients, we must pass step therapy reform on the federal level as well. The "Safe Step Act" (S.2546/H.R. 2279) would offer common-sense protections to ensure patients have timely access to the medications prescribed to them by their health care prov… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/lawmakers-push-antitrust-regulators-to-do-more-on-big-tech-s-potential-monopolies | Lawmakers push antitrust regulators to do more on Big Tech's potential monopolies | 2019-11-14 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Ben Fox Rubin of CNET House lawmakers on Wednesday called for two topantitrustregulators to take more action against major tech companies, saying several of these companies have avoided serious scrutiny for years as they swallowed up competitors and consolidated power. They made the request during a hearing for theHouse Judiciary's Subcommittee on Antitrust, Commercial and Administrative Law, which has been holding a series of hearings dubbed Online Platforms and Market Power. "Despite mounting evidence of illegal monopolization activity by some of the dominant platforms and numerous cases brought by international enforcers, US enforcers appear to be paralyzed," Democratic Rep. Jerrold Nadler said in an opening statement. "It has been decades -- decades -- since the Department of Justice or theFederal Trade Commissionhas brought a significant monopolization case in the tech sector." Wednesday's hearing included just two witnesses:FTCChairman Joseph Simons and Makan Delrahim, the assistant attorney general for the Justice Department's Antitrust Division. The tone was largely collegial, with the subcommittee's antitrust efforts becoming a rare case of bipartisan work in a polarized Capitol. There were also few people in the audience, perhaps owing to the hearing being overshadowed by the highly anticipated House impeachment public hearings kicking off the same day. Delrahim and Simons attended a similar hearingin Septemberheld by theSenate Judiciary Committee, pointing to just how much attention tech antitrust concerns have grown in Washington DC. The hearing came as regulators and lawmakers have been shining a harsher light on many of the biggest US tech companies --Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple-- and theirpotential monopolies. So far,Facebookhas publicly disclosed investigations into the social giant by both the Justice Department and the FTC, andGoogledisclosed a Justice Department investigation. Added to that, the House Judiciary Committee and a group of state attorneys general are investigating … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/house-continues-deep-dive-into-digital-antitrust-and-big-tech | House Continues Deep Dive into Digital Antitrust and Big Tech | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By John Eggerton of Multichannel News The House Judiciary Committee Antitrust Subcommittee heard from two major players in the government's review of Big Tech and whether the antitrust laws have kept up with their exponential growth, but not before the legislators had staked out their own positions. The toughest rhetoric came from Democrats decrying consolidation and what they said was lax enforcement. Subcommittee Chairman David Cicilline (D-R.I.) pulled no punches, he said the extreme concentration of online platforms may have some benefits, but they were clearly using their power to set market terms that enrich themselves and make it impossible to compete. He said the power they wield is in some measures unprecedented, while government regulators have been paralyzed. Full committee chairman Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.) echoed that criticism. He said they were at a critical moment when a handful of dominant companies control "commerce, content, and communications." He got specific, pointing out that Google had over 90% of search, Facebook over 80% of social media revenues, and Amazon over half of online commerce. He said that anticompetitive consolidation has had devastating effects on a free and diverse press as well as the survival of startups. Both talked of lax merger enforcement in the U.S. vs. more muscular oversight overseas. Ranking member Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) was concerned but less harsh in his assessment, a view echoed by other Republicans. He said that it was important not to overreach or punish success or suppress innovation or limit consumer power. Witnesses for the hearing were Department of Justice antitrust chief Makan Delrahim and Federal Trade Commission Chairman Joseph Simons in the latest hearing Wednesday (Nov. 13) in a series of hearings, Online Platforms and Market Power, Part 4: Perspectives of the Antitrust Agencies. Delrahim and Simons both talked about their ongoing, separate, investigations into Big Tech and antitrust, but both talked about the actions they had already taken … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/how-the-trump-impeachment-inquiry-compares-to-bill-clinton-s | How the Trump impeachment inquiry compares to Bill Clinton's | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: CBS News Thefirst public hearings of the impeachment inquirythat begin Wednesday mark the fourth time in history that Congress has considered removing a president from office. The last time was 1998 when the House of Representatives impeached President Bill Clinton. Clinton lied under oath about his affair with a White House intern, triggering an impeachment inquiry in the Republican-led House. "I did not have sexual relations with that woman, Miss Lewinsky," Clinton said on Jan. 26, 1998. Then, like now, the parties were split over whether the president's actions represented what the Constitution refers to as "high crimes and misdemeanors." Just like today, the minority argued the opposing party had been looking for a way to take down the president for years. "He lied about sex, not an admirable thing, but really not an activity that shook the foundations of the Constitution and the democracy," Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., said. "The president of the United States should be held to the highest standard of anybody in the country," Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, R-Wis., said. Both lawmakers sit on the House Judiciary Committee, which handles impeachment. They were there in 1998 too. "It was a heck of a lot of work," Sensenbrenner recounted, adding, "The Judiciary Committee got all of Starr's evidence dumped on us with a few days notice." In this case, there is no special prosecutor like Kenneth Starr to gather all that evidence. So the intelligence committee has been investigating instead with a series of closed-door depositions. "This is not a joyful experience for anyone engaged in it, but it's an obligation that we have given the facts that have been discovered so far," Lofgren said. Clinton famously said the process was beyond his control. "It's not in my hands; it's in the hands of Congress and the people of this country ultimately, in the hands of God. There is nothing I can do," he said in 1998. Mr. Trump has mounted a more direct defense. "We had a totally appropriate I even say perfect convers… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sensenbrenner.house.gov/2019/11/trump-impeachment-hearings-are-fourth-in-history-of-american-presidents | Trump impeachment hearings are fourth in history of American presidents | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | F. Sensenbrenner | S000244 | sensenbrenner.house.gov | legacy | By: Yaron Steinbuch of New York Post The first public hearings of the impeachment inquiry that aired on TV screens across the US on Wednesday marked only the fourth time in history that Congress has considered removing a president from office. The last time was in 1998, when Republicans brought charges against then-Democratic President Bill Clinton. They also were also launched against Richard Nixon, who resigned in 1974 before the House issued its indictment, and Andrew Johnson was impeached by the House in 1868 but acquitted by the Senate by a single vote. Clinton lied under oath about his affair with Monica Lewinsky, a White House intern, triggering the impeachment inquiry in the lower chamber. I did not have sexual relations with that woman, Miss Lewinsky, Clinton said on Jan. 26, 1998. Like now, the parties were split at the time over whether the president's actions represented what the Constitution deems to be high crimes and misdemeanors. And just like today, the minority party argued that the opposition had been looking for a way to take down the president for years. He lied about sex, not an admirable thing, but really not an activity that shook the foundations of the Constitution and the democracy, Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., said,according to CBS News. The president of the United States should be held to the highest standard of anybody in the country, said Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, R-Wis. Both lawmakers were and still are members of the House Judiciary Committee, which handles impeachment. It was a heck of a lot of work. The Judiciary Committee got all of Starr's evidence dumped on us with a few days' notice, Sensenbrenner said, referring to special prosecutor Kenneth Starr. This is not a joyful experience for anyone engaged in it, but it's an obligation that we have given the facts that have been discovered so far, Lofgren said. Clinton famously said the process was beyond his control. It's not in my hands; it's in the hands of Congress and the people of this country ultimately, in the … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-introduces-helping-startups-continue-grow-act | Steil Introduces the Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, House Financial Services Committee member Bryan Steil introduced H.R. 4918, the Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act. Steil's bill streamlines reporting requirements for new companies so they can invest in growth and innovation. The Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act gives Emerging Growth Companies more time to continue expanding and developing their product under streamlined disclosure and filing procedures. Startup companies deservea fair shot at success. When new businesses succeed, wages rise and the local community thrives. New companies should focus on creating good paying jobs,notregulatory compliance, said Steil. This bill reduces regulations and allows companies to invent new products, increasewages for workers, and investin communities. On background: TheHelping Startups Continue to Grow Actprovides a five-year extension of certain exemptions and reduced disclosure requirements for companies to remain an EGC. Currently, Emerging Growth Companies (EGCs) can maintain their status as an EGC for up to five years after they become a public company. Emerging Growth Companies are young, public companies that are continuing to invest in innovation. However, many of these companies are not generating enough revenue five years after becoming public to support the compliance costs that come with a loss of EGC status. By providing this five-year extension, startup companies do not have to spend their time and money on bureaucratic regulations and burdensome compliance procedures. Instead, these companies can focus on investing in communities, creating good paying jobs, and developing products. H.R. 4918 aims to help all startups, but this especially assists companies developing lifesaving drugs, medical devices, and other products. The Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act has received the support of numerous organizations including: U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), and National Venture C… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-introduces-the-helping-startups-continue-to-grow-act | Steil Introduces the Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act | 2019-11-13 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Bryan Steil | S001213 | steil.house.gov | steil | https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, House Financial Services Committee member Bryan Steil introduced H.R. 4918, the Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act. Steil's bill streamlines reporting requirements for new companies so they can invest in growth and innovation. The Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act gives Emerging Growth Companies more time to continue expanding and developing their product under streamlined disclosure and filing procedures. "Startup companies deserve a fair shot at success. When new businesses succeed, wages rise and the local community thrives. New companies should focus on creating good paying jobs, not regulatory compliance," said Steil. "This bill reduces regulations and allows companies to invent new products, increase wages for workers, and invest in communities." On background: The Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act provides a five-year extension of certain exemptions and reduced disclosure requirements for companies to remain an EGC. Currently, Emerging Growth Companies (EGCs) can maintain their status as an EGC for up to five years after they become a public company. Emerging Growth Companies are young, public companies that are continuing to invest in innovation. However, many of these companies are not generating enough revenue five years after becoming public to support the compliance costs that come with a loss of EGC status. By providing this five-year extension, startup companies do not have to spend their time and money on bureaucratic regulations and burdensome compliance procedures. Instead, these companies can focus on investing in communities, creating good paying jobs, and developing products. H.R. 4918 aims to help all startups, but this especially assists companies developing lifesaving drugs, medical devices, and other products. The Helping Startups Continue to Grow Act has received the support of numerous organizations including: U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), and Nat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:43:09Z |
| https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-crow-introduce-bill-authorize-gwot-memorial-national-mall | Gallagher, Crow Introduce Bill to Authorize GWOT Memorial on National Mall | 2019-11-12 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | WI | Mike Gallagher | G000579 | gallagher.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO), today introduced the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Location Act, which would authorize the establishment of a memorial for service members of the Global War on Terrorism in the Reserve section of the National Mall. The proposed locations outlined in the bill include: Constitution Gardens, West Potomac Park and the JFK Hockey Fields. Both Gallagher and Crow are veterans of the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) serving in Marines and the Army, respectively. Click here for bill text. A map of the proposed locations can be viewed below. I served alongside many brave men and women in the Marine Corps, some of whom made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, said Gallagher. Honoring their service, as well as the sacrifices of all those who have served in the Global War on Terrorism, is overdue. The National Mall is a fitting place to memorialize these heroes, and I'm proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation with Rep. Crow to ensure the legacies of these great Americans will be remembered for generations to come. The Global War on Terrorism changed the course of American history and the lives of the millions of servicemembers, first responders, and civil servants who stepped up to serve our country. The sacrifices of this generation are all too often forgotten amidst the political debates of our time. said Crow. It is our hope that by honoring the service and sacrifices of this generation in our nation's capital, we give our service men and women the honor they are due. Gallagher, a sophomore member of Congress, served in the United States Marine Corps for seven years as a Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence Officer and Regional Affairs Officer for the Middle East/North Africa, where he earned the rank of Captain. He deployed twice to Al Anbar Province, Iraq as a commander of intelligence teams, and served on General Petraeus's Central Command Assessment Team in the Middle East. Crow, a freshman member of Congress, served with the 82nd Airb… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |
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