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https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-announces-mobile-office-hours Sen. Johnson Announces Mobile Office Hours 2023-12-29 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with a federal agency or other federal matters. Note: Staff-led mobile office hours are closed to press. Recording devices of any kind are not allowed. These restrictions are put in place for the privacy of our constituents. Milwaukee County Office Hours Tuesday, January 2 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Washington Park Senior Center 4420 W. Vliet St., Milwaukee, WI 53208 ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5323 Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Passing of Former Senator Herb Kohl 2023-12-27 2023 2023-12 Democrat House WI Gwen Moore M001160 gwenmoore.house.gov gwenmoore https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper “I’m deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Senator Kohl. His service and dedication to Wisconsin left an indelible impact on our state. He was an incredibly giving person and as Senator, he championed the needs of children and families, including expanding access to affordable health care and our public schools. I send my condolences to his loved ones. He will be missed by many but will continue to serve as a model for what it means to be a tireless and courageous public servant.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-passing-former-senator-kohl Pocan on Passing of Former Senator Kohl 2023-12-27 2023 2023-12 Democrat House WI Mark Pocan P000607 pocan.house.gov pocan https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), released the following statement on former Senator Herb Kohl who passed away earlier this afternoon. “Senator Kohl was a unique fixture in American politics. His giving spirit, both during and after public service, made him such an effective senator. Herb always put Wisconsinites first and always delivered for Wisconsin. My thoughts are with his family today.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-statement-on-passing-of-senator-herb-kohl Senator Baldwin Statement on Passing of Senator Herb Kohl 2023-12-27 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin released the following statement on the passing of former Wisconsin Senator Herb Kohl. “Herb was my role model. Herb was a true public servant, leading with compassion and humility, and uncompromising in putting Wisconsin first. It didn’t matter how powerful the opposing forces were or how long the fight was, Herb was willing to take on any challenge if it meant a brighter future for Wisconsin. Herb was as generous as they come – with his resources, his knowledge, his time, and his heart. Wisconsin is lucky to have had Herb Kohl in our corner and we are undoubtedly a better, more just place because of his service. He truly was nobody’s senator but ours. My heart goes out to his family, loved ones, and the entire Badger State as we mourn the loss of a Wisconsin giant.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-election-integrity-legislation-signed-into-law Steil Election Integrity Legislation Signed into Law 2023-12-22 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Bryan Steil S001213 steil.house.gov steil https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today released a statement following his legislation to extend the Federal Election Commission’s (FEC) Administrative Fine Program being signed into law. The law extends the program for certain reporting violations for an additional 10 years and ensures the FEC enforcement operations continue to run smoothly. "In 2023, a year of divided government, only 27 bills the House passed were signed into law. I’m proud that my common-sense election integrity bill was one of them,” said Steil. “This law ensures the FEC is well equipped to provide more transparency for the American people. Not only does this law accomplish the immediate goal of efficient campaign finance regulation, but it also aligns with the broader objectives of the American Confidence in Elections Act. I look forward to continuing our work to strengthen Americans' confidence in our elections." Background: The Federal Election Commission, commonly referred to as the FEC, enforces federal law that requires political committees to file reports of receipts and disbursements by a certain date. Under the Administrative Fine Program, the FEC can swiftly resolve infractions related to late-filed or unfiled reports, ensuring transparency and accountability. That Administrative Fine Program was set to expire on December 31, 2023. Steil’s law extended the program for an additional 10 years, ensuring the FEC can expeditiously assess and enforce fines against campaign committees for their late-filed or unfiled reports. Before the inception of the Administrative Fine Program, an average of 21 percent of campaign finance reports were filed late. Now, late filed reports are below 10 percent, and the agency has assessed over $9 million in fines. This legislation was sponsored by Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Chair of the Senate Rules and Administration Committee, and Sen. Deb Fisher (R-NE), Ranking Member of that committee, and passed the Senate by voice vote. The Committee on House Administration reported out by… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/a-year-in-review-senator-baldwin-crisscrossed-wisconsin A Year in Review: Senator Baldwin Crisscrossed Wisconsin 2023-12-22 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – In 2023, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) attended or hosted nearly 150 community events and meetings with constituents spanning 44 counties across Wisconsin. While crisscrossing the state, Senator Baldwin heard from constituents and celebrated her work to lower costs for families, support veterans, grow the Made in Wisconsin economy, rebuild crumbling infrastructure, and more. “Traveling across the state and listening to Wisconsinites is what informs my work in Washington, and I’m so grateful to the families, businesses, local leaders, and all the Wisconsinites who take the time to share their experiences with me and are working to solve our state’s toughest challenges,” said Senator Baldwin. “Traveling the state is also a time to celebrate the progress we’ve made. I was proud to deliver real results for Wisconsin families – lowering costs, curbing the opioid and fentanyl crisis, rebuilding our crumbling infrastructure, and growing our Made in Wisconsin economy. I know we have more work to do, but I am so proud that we are following our state’s motto and moving Forward.” Below are some highlights from Senator Baldwin’s year crisscrossing Wisconsin: Addressing Public Safety and Opioid Epidemic Ladysmith: At a roundtable, Senator Baldwin was joined by public health experts, law enforcement, and local officials to discuss her FEND Off Fentanyl Act and how to better protect our communities against the devastating impacts of opioids and fentanyl. Wausau: While touring the Wausau Fire Station, Senator Baldwin heard about the impact the $3 million SAFER Grant she helped secure will allow for the hiring of nine new firefighters, helping them meet increasing demand and responsibilities. Prairie du Chien: Joining first responders, Senator Baldwin celebrated the nearly $5 million of federal funding she helped deliver for the new Prairie du Chien Public Safety Center that will help first responders meet challenges, keep communities safe, and attract and retain talent. Keshena: Senator Baldwin visited the… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-for-the-washington-examiner-rushed-secret-negotiations-are-not-the-way-to-address-the-border-crisis Sen. Johnson for the Washington Examiner: Rushed, Secret Negotiations are Not the Way to Address the Border Crisis 2023-12-22 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Thursday, the Washington Examiner published an op-ed written by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), where he emphasized that rushed and secret backroom negotiations by Senate leadership with President Biden are not the way to address the Democrat-caused crisis at the southern border. The senator stated that this effort should be about actually securing the border — not broader immigration reform. The full op-ed can be found here and excerpts are below. “Over the weekend, I joined 14 Republican Senate colleagues in releasing a letter calling for a meeting of the Senate Republican Conference to discuss the negotiations with the White House and Senate Democrats regarding securing our border. The letter appears to have succeeded in letting Senate leadership know that a large group of senators does not want to be jammed with legislation addressing the catastrophe at our border without a thorough review by us and the public. … “The crisis at the southwest border is unlike anything we’ve experienced in history. The massive flood of illegal migration is an order of magnitude larger than the ‘humanitarian crisis’ former President Barack Obama sparked when he abused prosecutorial discretion and granted Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals to hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants in 2012. In 2019, Obama’s Homeland Security Secretary, Jeh Johnson, stated that 1,000 apprehensions per day ‘overwhelm[ed] the system.’ We recently experienced more than 14,000 encounters in a single day, and it has become common for encounters to exceed 10,000 per day. … “Unfortunately, Biden and his Democratic allies in Congress want an open border. Biden came into office with the border largely secured and then immediately reversed all the policies that had successfully stemmed the flow of illegal immigrants. The fact that Biden and congressional Democrats are the root cause of the crisis is a major problem in conducting good-faith negotiations with them. “Indeed, because Biden has not faithfully executed existing law,… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-reschenthaler-kilmer-lead-effort-combat-reserve-guard-suicide-rates Van Orden, Reschenthaler, Kilmer Lead Effort to Combat Reserve & Guard Suicide Rates 2023-12-21 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressmen Derrick Van Orden (R-WI), a retired U.S. Navy SEAL, Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler, a former U.S. Navy JAG, and Derek Kilmer (D-WA) introduced H.R. 6873, legislation which directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to include former members of the Reserves and Guard in their annual suicide report. After the 2020 report, the VA stopped including a separate statistic on suicides of former members of the Guard and Reserve, who were not federally activated. “I worked with National Guards and Reserves in combat, and these men and women deserve the same services as active-duty personnel because veteran suicide does not discriminate on the nature of one’s military service,” said Van Orden. “All our servicemembers, regardless of what capacity they served in, deserve to have their mental health and well-being taken seriously. This includes the men and women who have served our nation through the Army Reserves, such as those here at Fort McCoy in Wisconsin’s Third District, and the National Guard. By reinstating former members of the Reserves and the Guard in the Veterans’ Affairs annual suicide report, we will have a more comprehensive understanding of veterans’ mental health and can better identify ways to combat veterans’ suicide and get them the support they need.” Quote from Chief Deputy Whip Reschenthaler: “Over 20 veterans die by suicide each day, a sad reality for our heroes who have sacrificed so much for our nation. America has a duty to all those who served our country in uniform to ensure they have the same mental health resources at home that they had on the battlefield. That begins with an accurate count of these tragedies so we can work towards combatting them. I thank Reps. Van Orden and Kilmer for joining me on this important legislation.” Quote from Rep. Kilmer: “If you serve this country, the federal government should have your back. As a Co-Chair of the House Military Mental Health Task Force, I’m deeply committed to addressing the mental health challenges fac… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-statement-on-the-ongoing-israel-hamas-war Senator Baldwin Statement on the Ongoing Israel-Hamas War 2023-12-21 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin released the following statement on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war: “Hamas’s October 7th terrorist massacre has led to unbearable suffering in Israel, Gaza, and around the world. As I have said before, I support Israel’s right to defend itself against Hamas, bring hostages back home, and end the terrorist organization’s threat – but it does not have the right to go to war against innocent Palestinian people. Eliminating the threat posed by Hamas and protecting civilians are not mutually exclusive aims. “Unfortunately, the Netanyahu government’s indiscriminate bombing and military approach has led to unacceptable bloodshed in Gaza and does not appear to be moving us closer to our ultimate goals of removing Hamas from power and achieving a lasting peace in the region through a two-state solution. Preservation of innocent lives and civilian infrastructure is not just morally right, but also necessary to accomplish security, stability, and peace in the region moving forward. “I support the resumption of a humanitarian ceasefire, in order to accelerate the delivery of humanitarian aid, protect innocent civilians and civilian sites, and negotiate the release of the hostages taken on October 7th. This is only possible if both Hamas and the Israeli government cooperate. As we look ahead, the United States needs to continue to do more to urge Israel to protect Palestinian civilians, facilitate humanitarian efforts, and play a more active role in helping create a two-state solution – something I have long supported – to ensure that both the Palestinian and Israeli people have the right to self-determination, safety, and security.” In response to ongoing war and the growing humanitarian crisis, Senator Baldwin supports the following actions: An immediate humanitarian ceasefire that ensures the unconditional release of all hostages and full humanitarian access to Gaza, agreed to by both Israel and Hamas. Adherence to International Humanitarian Law by all parties and the protection o… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-slams-president-biden-s-failed-economic-polices-during-his-visit-to-milwaukee Steil Slams President Biden’s Failed Economic Polices During His Visit to Milwaukee 2023-12-20 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Bryan Steil S001213 steil.house.gov steil https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. (December 20, 2023) - Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today released the following statement slamming President Biden on his out-of-touch economic policies that have made life unaffordable for many Americans. “President Biden is in Milwaukee to tell people not to believe what they are seeing with their own eyes. While in Wisconsin, the president should visit a grocery store to talk with customers who are paying 20% more for groceries. Inflation has made everything 17% more expensive in just three years. Bidenomics is making it more difficult for families to afford the things they need. We need to change course in Washington.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-announces-2023-congressional-app-challenge-winner Van Orden Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winner 2023-12-20 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper ONALASKA, W.I. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) announced the winner of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for students in Wisconsin’s Third District. The Congressional App Challenge is an annual national competition that allows middle and high school students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) to design, create, and demonstrate an application on a computer, tablet, or phone. “I enjoyed hosting my first ever Congressional App Challenge and seeing the great talent of Wisconsin’s Third District students,” said Congressman Van Orden. “Aditi demonstrated exceptional STEM knowledge and creativity with her app for classifying polar-ring galaxies, and it was an honor topresent her with the Congressional App Challenge award this morning. I am extremely proud of Aditi, and I look forward to seeing the many accomplishments I know she will make in the future." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-announces-milwaukee-selected-as-finalist-in-new-economic-development-program-opens-door-to-up-to-50-million-investment Baldwin Announces Milwaukee Selected as Finalist in New Economic Development Program; Opens Door to Up to $50 Million Investment 2023-12-20 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that Grow Milwaukee Recompete Plan has been selected as a finalist for a new economic development initiative, the Recompete Pilot Program. The Recompete Pilot Program was created under the Baldwin-supported CHIPS and Science Act to do targeted economic development in distressed communities and create and connect people to good jobs. Out of 560 applicants nationwide, Grow Milwaukee was one of only 22 organizations selected to move forward in the process, allowing them to compete for up to a $50 million economic development investment. Grow Milwaukee will also receive a $500,000 Strategy Development Grant to further develop their plan. Grow Milwaukee's focus will be centered on the 30th Street Industrial Corridor, an area with a history of segregation and business exodus that has stunted economic prosperity in the surrounding area. “I voted for the CHIPS and Science Act to bring home manufacturing jobs and open the door to economic opportunity for Wisconsin families,” said Senator Baldwin. “I am thrilled that Milwaukee has been selected for this program, putting us on the path to connect more people with good-paying jobs, grow our Made in Wisconsin economy, and ensure that no community is left behind.” Grow Milwaukee is a consortium of Milwaukee organizations including Northwest Side Community Development Corporation, the Milwaukee Bucks, Rockwell Automation, Jonco Industries, WRTP Big Step, City of Milwaukee, and Milwaukee County that is aiming to support business growth, revitalize vacant and underutilized sites, expand small businesses, and create workforce pathways to quality jobs, including union, trades, and advanced manufacturing positions. Senator Baldwin advocated to the Biden administration for Grow Milwaukee’s application earlier this year. The Strategy Development Grant for $500,000 can be used to hire experts, build and strengthen partnerships, conduct studies, pilot strategies, and more. This Recompete Pilot Program targets areas where… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-brings-home-over-15-million-for-rhinelander-oneida-county-airport-upgrades Baldwin Brings Home Over $1.5 Million for Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport Upgrades 2023-12-20 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin announced that the Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport is receiving over $1.5 million through the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to make necessary upgrades to improve safety and increase efficiency for travelers. “Wisconsin relies on our regional airports to connect travelers, commuters, and businesses to destinations around the world,” said Senator Baldwin. “I’m proud that my Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is making this investment to help keep our Made in Wisconsin economy moving forward and travelers in Northern Wisconsin safe for years to come.” The investment comes through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, which is making a $15 billion investment over five years nationwide to upgrade runways, taxiways, safety and sustainability projects, as well as terminal, airport-transit connections and roadway projects. In just the first three years of the program, Wisconsin airports have received over $117 million in AIG grants. The $1.5 million grant for the County of Oneida and City of Rhinelander will be used to improve 15,000 square feet of the airport's existing runway to address drainage issues, install new lighting on runways, and upgrade existing signage and navigation aids that provide pilots with critical airfield information, including an airport beacon that has reached the end of its useful life. “On behalf of the Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport Commission and its regional sponsors, we extend our gratitude to Senator Baldwin for her continued support of our facility. Funding for this comprehensive project will go toward supplanting much of our airport’s 45-year-old physical infrastructure,” said Matthew J. Leitner, Airport Director at Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport. “This will enhance our airport’s operational capabilities and further increase the economic contribution it makes to our region, which is already over $40,000,000 annually.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-announces-winners-2023-congressional-app-competition Tiffany Announces Winners of the 2023 Congressional App Competition 2023-12-19 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WAUSAU, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) announced the winners of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge (CAC) for Wisconsin's Seventh District. The CAC is a great way for middle and high school students interested in coding to compete against students across the United States. “I want to thank everyone who submitted an application to this year’s Congressional App Challenge and congratulate those on the winning team on their exceptional submission. I am more impressed each year by the young computer scientists in Wisconsin’s Seventh District,”said Congressman Tiffany. First Place App: VolunTrack WI By: Dagmar Beckel, Peter Wise, and Casey Haugen School: Chetek-Weyerhaeuser School District The winners of the first place app, VolunTrack, will be eligible to have their app on display at the U.S. Capitol and be featured on the House of Representatives website. They will also be invited to the #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in the spring. For more information on the CAC please visit Congressman Tiffany’s website. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-delivers-27-million-to-help-grow-wisconsins-agricultural-businesses Baldwin Delivers $27 Million to Help Grow Wisconsin’s Agricultural Businesses 2023-12-19 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced a new partnership between Wisconsin and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to strengthen the Badger State’s food supply through the Baldwin-backed American Rescue Plan. Through this agreement, USDA and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will offer $27 million in grant funding for projects designed to build resilience across the food supply chain. “Our farmers and producers feed the world and are the economic engines that drive many of our rural economies – but many face roadblocks to increasing capacity and getting their products to consumers. Whether it's lowering processing costs or improving access to local grocery stores, this partnership will help our farmers tackle these problems, strengthen our food supply chains, and create economic opportunity for our farmers,” said Senator Baldwin. “I am proud to bring home this investment for Wisconsin to ensure our farmers have the tools they need to grow their businesses and reach new markets.” “Wisconsin’s agricultural industry is core to our culture, heritage, and economy, and thanks to Senator Baldwin’s advocacy at the federal level, we’ve been able to direct more than $100 million in federal funds to support farmers across the state and invest in bolstering our food processors so they can increase capacity and get more of their product to market,” said Governor Evers. “The announcement of this new cooperative agreement between USDA and DATCP will only build upon those efforts, strengthening our local food supply chains, supporting our rural communities, and keeping food on our grocery store shelves and our tables.” The partnership will fund projects that expand processing capacities, increase food storage space, reduce energy use, increase commercial kitchen space, improve aggregation and distribution, improve marketing and branding, and increase access to value-added markets for small farms. This will ultimately create more diverse local an… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwins-law-to-support-made-in-america-freight-railcars-on-track-to-implementation Senator Baldwin’s Law to Support Made in America Freight Railcars on Track to Implementation 2023-12-19 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that her bipartisan legislation to support Made in America freight railcars is going into effect, safeguarding our national security against state-owned companies in countries like China. Senator Baldwin introduced Stopping America’s Foreign Enemies Through Rail and Infrastructure National Security Act (SAFE TRAINS Act) with Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and successfully added it as an amendment to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021. “Investing in American manufacturing has always been a win-win for American taxpayers, businesses, and workers, but when it comes to freight rail, ensuring our railcars are not manufactured in China is also a national security imperative. Our economy depends on freight rail to transport goods and get products to market, and it’s critical the U.S. does not rely on China for this crucial mode of transportation,” said Senator Baldwin. "I’m proud my bipartisan legislation to safeguard our rail supply chains is going into effect, supporting American manufacturing, and helping ensure Made in Wisconsin businesses have safe, reliable rail service for years to come.” The SAFE TRAINS Act of 2021 prohibits railroad freight cars from operating on the U.S. freight railroad interchange system if the cars are manufactured in or use sensitive technologies from a country of concern or an affiliated state-owned enterprise. Countries of concern include nonmarket economies, those that inadequately protect intellectual property rights, and violators of certain foreign trade practices and agreements. Last week, the Federal Rail Administration (FRA) took the first steps to implement Senator Baldwin’s legislation, proposing a rule to place restrictions on newly built freight cars placed into service in the United States. "The Railway Supply Institute strongly supports protecting the freight rolling stock supply chain from bad actors and unfair competition. We applaud the FRA for its work to ensure our freight rail network… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/permanent-subcommittee-on-investigations-demands-swift-response-to-inquiry-into-sexual-assault-harassment-at-the-coast-guard-academy Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Demands Swift Response to Inquiry into Sexual Assault & Harassment at the Coast Guard Academy 2023-12-19 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) Ranking Member Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Chairman Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) sent a letter to Admiral Linda Fagan, United States Coast Guard Academy Commandant, demanding the Coast Guard immediately provide all records responsive to PSI’s probe into sexual assault and harassment at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. This followsPSI’s hearing last week with current and former Coast Guard Academy cadets, who experienced sexual assault, sexual harassment, or retaliation at the Academy and in the Coast Guard. “It is clear from this testimony, and the Subcommittee’s inquiry to date, that the Coast Guard’s culture of cover-up has allowed sexual assault and sexual harassment to persist for decades, both at the Academy and in the Coast Guard,”wrote Sens. Johnson and Blumenthal in a letter to Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan. “It is equally apparent that accountability and systematic change at both the Coast Guard and the Academy are necessary to address past failures and to ensure that future cadets are protected. Full compliance with the Subcommittee’s inquiry is a necessary component of these actions.” “You have expressed a commitment to investigate reports of sexual assault and sexual harassment, hold perpetrators accountable, support victims, and be fully transparent with Congress and the American people. It is imperative that you live up to that commitment and ensure that the Coast Guard provides all requested documents and information to the Subcommittee without further delay,”the senators continued. “Should the Coast Guard continue to withhold or redact requested records, PSI will have no choice but to utilize other means to ensure compliance with congressional oversight.” In September 2023, PSI opened a bipartisan inquiry into the Coast Guard Academy’s mishandling of sexual assault investigations and its failure to disclose the results of its sexual assault investigation to Congress or the public. The full text of today’s letter can … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5321 Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on UW-System Board of Regents Vote 2023-12-18 2023 2023-12 Democrat House WI Gwen Moore M001160 gwenmoore.house.gov gwenmoore https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper “Wisconsin Republicans’ political stunts and partisan obstructionism continues to come at the expense of our state. I am deeply disappointed with the deal made between the Republican-led legislature and University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. Diversity and inclusivity are not optional but essential elements of a thriving academic community. The reduction of resources in these areas jeopardizes the UW system's ability to cultivate an environment where all students, regardless of their background, feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. The Wisconsin GOP’s efforts to remove DEI from the UW system is part of their ongoing attempts to erase and devalue the lived experiences of women and people of color. Cutting back on these vital programs undermines the importance of diversity and inclusion in education, hindering progress toward a more equitable and supportive learning environment. Removing DEI efforts sends a message that not everyone’s stories, struggles, and perspectives matter. DEI initiatives are not merely symbolic gestures but integral components that enrich the educational experience, promote understanding, and strengthen our workforce.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-continues-to-push-for-federal-funding-to-rebuild-the-blatnik-bridge Baldwin Continues to Push for Federal Funding to Rebuild the Blatnik Bridge 2023-12-18 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Tina Smith (D-MN) and Representative Pete Stauber (R-MN-08) are urging Transportation Secretary Buttigieg to support Wisconsin and Minnesota’s application for federal funding to rebuild the Blatnik Bridge. “We write to reiterate our strong support of the Minnesota and Wisconsin Department of Transportations’ application for federal funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” wrote the lawmakers. “By replacing the Blatnik Bridge, the project would exemplify the type of critical infrastructure project that was envisioned by Congress.” “As noted in our previous letter to President Biden in September 2023, the Blatnik Bridge, located over St. Louis Bay on Lake Superior, is one of two bridges that connects the cities of Duluth, Minnesota with Superior, Wisconsin,” the lawmakers continued. “It is an essential economic engine in the region and a key link in the global supply chain.” Earlier this month, Senator Baldwin called on the Biden Administration to support the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)’s application for federal funding to rebuild the critical bridge. In September, Senator Baldwin and a bipartisan group of eight Minnesota and Wisconsin legislators sent a letter to President Biden urging him to fund this project. The full text of the letter is available here and below. Dear Secretary Buttigieg: We write to reiterate our strong support of the Minnesota and Wisconsin Departments of Transportation’s application for federal funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This federal funding will improve the condition of major bridges across the country. By replacing the Blatnik Bridge, the project would exemplify the type of critical infrastructure project that was envisioned by Congress. As noted in our letter to President Biden in September 2023, the Blatnik Bridge, located over St. Louis Bay on Lake Superior, is one of two bridges that connects the cities of Duluth, Minnesota with Superior, Wisco… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-joins-colleagues-in-calling-for-a-meeting-of-the-conference-to-discuss-border-security-negotiations Sen. Johnson Joins Colleagues in Calling for a Meeting of the Conference to Discuss Border Security Negotiations 2023-12-17 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Sunday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 14 of his Senate GOP colleagues in sending a letter to Conference Chair John Barrasso, M.D. (R-Wyo.) requesting a meeting of the Conference the week of January 8, 2024 to discuss the negotiations with President Biden and Senate Democrats regarding border security. Sen. Johnson was joined on this letter by Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho.), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.). The full text of the letter can be found here and below. December 17, 2023 The Honorable John Barrasso Chairman Senate Republican Conference Dear Senator Barrasso: We write to request that you call a meeting of the Conference to discuss Senate negotiations on securing the border. Rushed and secret negotiations with Democrats who want an open border and who caused the current crisis will not secure the border. The American public deserves an open and transparent process which cannot occur until the House returns the week of January 8, 2024. Accordingly, we request this Conference be held the week of January 8th, but not before. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-releases-statement-on-letter-calling-for-gop-conference-meeting-to-discuss-border-security-negotiations Sen. Johnson Releases Statement on Letter Calling for GOP Conference Meeting to Discuss Border Security Negotiations 2023-12-17 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Sunday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement on the letter sent today by 15 Senate Republicans to Conference Chair John Barrasso, M.D. (R-Wyo.) requesting a meeting of the Conference the week of January 8, 2024 to discuss the negotiations with President Biden and Senate Democrats regarding border security. “Earlier today, I joined 14 Republican Senate colleagues in releasing our letter calling for a meeting of the Senate Republican Conference to discuss the negotiations with the White House and Senate Democrats regarding securing our border. “The crisis at the southwest border is unlike anything we’ve experienced in American history. The massive flood of illegal migration is an order of magnitude larger than the ‘humanitarian crisis’ President Obama sparked when he abused ‘prosecutorial discretion’ and granted Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants in 2012. In 2019, Obama’s Secretary of Homeland Security, Jeh Johnson, stated that 1,000 apprehensions per day ‘overwhelm[ed] the system.’ We recently experienced over 12,000 ‘encounters’ in a single day, and it has become common for encounters to exceed 10,000 per day. “Of the more than 6 million migrants who have entered and stayed since President Biden took office and opened the border, approximately 1.7 million have been what CBP calls ‘known gotaways.’ That’s a misnomer, because we have no idea who these people are or where they went — we just detected them illegally crossing our porous border. With FBI Director Wray confirming that terror threats to our nation are at an all-time high, particularly from Foreign Terrorist Organizations, Biden’s open border represents a clear and present danger to America. “Unfortunately, President Biden and his Democrat allies in Congress WANT an open border. Biden came into office with the border largely secured, and then immediately reversed all the policies that had successfully stemmed the flow of illegal migrants. The fact that … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5320 Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, and Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin President Tanya Atkinson Discuss the Stakes of Abortion Care Access Statewide and Nationwide 2023-12-15 2023 2023-12 Democrat House WI Gwen Moore M001160 gwenmoore.house.gov gwenmoore https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Today in a press conference, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04), Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-05), and Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin President Tanya Atkinson highlighted the ongoing impact of the Dobbs decision on women nationwide, provided an update on the state of abortion care access in Wisconsin, and shared the efforts at the federal level to enshrine reproductive rights in law and combat extreme MAGA abortion bans. “I had an abortion before Roe, and access to this reproductive care ensured I wasn’t permanently mired in poverty and gave me the power to control my own destiny. Every woman should have the freedom to make their own health care decisions. I will use all my power as a federal lawmaker to help restore reproductive rights for women and push back against MAGA Republican efforts to ‘outban’ each other, said Congresswoman Moore. “Wisconsinites know firsthand what it’s like to be denied basic care under draconian abortion laws,” said Whip Clark. “The MAGA extremists will not stop until they get what they want: a nationwide abortion ban with no exceptions. That’s why we can’t let up either. Democrats will not relent until reproductive freedom is once again the law of the land in every state and every zip code.” "Wisconsinites should have the right to control their bodies and should be able to do so without unnecessary restrictions. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-and-colleagues-demand-va-step-up-and-protect-veterans-from-prescription-drug-abuse Baldwin and Colleagues Demand VA Step Up and Protect Veterans from Prescription Drug Abuse 2023-12-15 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined five of her colleagues in pressing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to take swift action to protect veterans seeking opioid prescriptions following concerning reports that found some providers of veterans’ health care are not meeting VA prescription opioids safety standards. “We write today to discuss our concerns with the Department of Veterans Affairs’ oversight of non-VA providers who prescribe opioids to veterans,” the Senators wrote in a letter to VA Secretary Denis McDonough. “In Fiscal Year 2022, the Department spent more than $27 billion in the community for health care services for veterans. VA must ensure the dollars it spends result in high-quality, safe care for veterans.” In 2017, the Department of Health and Human Services declared opioid deaths a public health emergency. At the time, studies indicated veterans were twice as likely to die from accidental opioid overdoses. To combat this, Congress included a provision in the VA MISSION Act of 2018 to ensure non-VA providers were informed of VA best practices and evidence-based guidelines when prescribing opioids under VA’s Opioid Safety Initiative (OSI). Congress also required third-party administrators responsible for contracting with VA community care providers to check their states prescription drug monitoring program to mitigate prescription drug abuse and overdose by veterans using VA community care. However, a recent report from the VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) found the third-party administrators failed to provide adequate oversight of whether Veterans Community Care Network health care providers were completing and certifying VA’s OSI training module. The OIG also found that approximately 14,700 of 18,200 non-VA providers in the Community Care Network who prescribed opioids to veterans in fiscal year 2021 had not completed VA’s OSI training module and did not certify their mandated review of VA’s guidelines. An additional VA OIG report found a similar lapse in overs… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-warren-lead-group-of-38-senators-in-introducing-resolution-affirming-support-for-medication-abortion Baldwin, Warren Lead Group of 38 Senators in Introducing Resolution Affirming Support for Medication Abortion 2023-12-15 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) led 38 other Senators in introducing a resolution in support of access to the widely used, safe medication abortion. This action comes as Americans continue to grapple with the reversal of Roe v. Wade, and follows this week’s announcement that the Supreme Court will hear a challenge to medication abortion access. “In Wisconsin and across the country, the right to comprehensive health care is under attack,” said Senator Baldwin. “We need to fight on all fronts to restore and protect the freedom of every American to make their own health care decisions, and that includes protecting access to medication abortion. Mifepristone is a safe, effective, and sometimes lifesaving medication, and it’s high time politicians and judges leave women alone and allow Americans to make their own decisions about their health, families, and future.” The resolution expresses the sense of Congress that the scientific judgment of the FDA that mifepristone is safe and effective should be respected, and that law and policy governing access to life-saving, time-sensitive medication abortion care in the United States should be equitable and based on science. The resolution affirms that mifepristone is safe and effective, while acknowledging the significant harm that would be posed to both health care providers and patients across the nation if mifepristone were sharply curtailed. Senator Baldwin is a steadfast advocate for women’s reproductive freedom, and is the lead sponsor of the Women’s Health Protection Act of 2023, federal legislation to guarantee access to abortion, everywhere across the country and restore the right to comprehensive reproductive health care for millions of Americans. The resolution was also co-sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Alex Padilla (D-CA), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Debb… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/fitzgerald-votes-pass-ndaa Fitzgerald Votes to Pass NDAA 2023-12-14 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Scott Fitzgerald F000471 fitzgerald.house.gov fitzgerald https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Conference Report on the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes key conservative victories, including securing servicemembers the largest pay raise in twenty years, ending the liberal ideology infiltrating the U.S. military, and a Parents’ Bill of Rights for military families. “Today’s NDAA bill included critical wins for our military, servicemembers, and their families,” said Rep. Fitzgerald. “The NDAA covers a range of important priorities from boosting servicemember pay and improving our war-fighting capabilities, to pushing back against liberal ideology being forced on our servicemen and women. Our nation can only be as strong as the forces that protect us, and I was proud to move forward legislation that bolsters the men and women who keep America free.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-votes-against-nearly-1-trillion-ndaa Pocan Votes Against Nearly $1 Trillion NDAA 2023-12-14 2023 2023-12 Democrat House WI Mark Pocan P000607 pocan.house.gov pocan https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after voting against final passage of the $886 billion FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a bill he has never voted in favor of since being elected to Congress: “Time and time again, Congress seems to be able to find the money to fund the defense contractors while simultaneously ignoring the needs of everyday Americans here at home. It is impossible to justify the nearly $1 trillion price tag when the Pentagon just recently failed its 6th audit in a row. We must stop rewarding failure year after year. While I’m pleased this bill does not include many of the bigoted policies that were included in the House-passed version in July, it is still a bloated bill that fails to address the Pentagon’s continued inability to responsibly manage taxpayer dollars.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-statement-after-voting-against-closed-door-ndaa Tiffany Statement After Voting Against Closed-door NDAA 2023-12-14 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY24. “After voting for the bipartisan House NDAA earlier this year that gave our troops a well-deserved pay raise, the final version we considered today was unfortunately crafted behind closed doors and allows the uncontrolled surveillance of Americans to continue unabated. I cannot and will not vote to allow the federal government to continue engaging in the unconstitutional and widespread warrantless surveillance of American citizens,” said Congressman Tiffany. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffanys-bipartisan-amendment-keep-chocolate-milk-schools-clears-house Tiffany’s Bipartisan Amendment to Keep Chocolate Milk in Schools Clears House 2023-12-14 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Rep. Tom Tiffany’s (R-WI) and Gabe Vasquez's (D-NM) bipartisan amendment to prevent the Biden administration from banning chocolate milk in schools passed the House by voice vote and was included in H.R. 1147, the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2023. Specifically, Tiffany’s amendment would prevent the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) from issuing any rule that bans varieties of milk covered by this bill, including chocolate milk. In February, the Biden administration proposed a rule that would restrict flavored milk in school lunchrooms. Earlier this year, Rep. Tiffany introduced H.R. 3930, the Milk is Indisputably Liked by Kids (MILK) Act of 2023. The MILK Act would amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to ensure continued student access to flavored milk. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2023 now awaits action in the U.S. Senate. Rep. Tiffany’s floor remarks can be found here as well as below. “My bipartisan amendment prevents the USDA from issuing any rule that bans any of the milk covered in this bill, including chocolate milk. This would ensure that all types and flavors of milk are available to school children and not subject to bureaucratic rulemaking. “Some may ask why we are focusing on this issue. Unfortunately, it’s because the USDA has its sights on getting rid of chocolate milk in schools. It is now up to us to act. “This summer it was reported that the Department of Agriculture is considering a ban on chocolate milk in elementary and middle schools. USDA issued a proposed rule that would set new nutrition standards for school meals. “These new standards could limit the availability of flavored milk, like chocolate and strawberry, in high schools while children in elementary and middle schools would have no access at all. “For those of you with young children or grandchildren, go and ask them what they think about USDA’s new rule. I think I can speak for most folks when saying that when I was young, chocolate milk was usually the hig… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-backs-fy24-national-defense-authorization-act Van Orden Backs FY24 National Defense Authorization Act 2023-12-14 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The FY24 NDAA authorizes funding for the United States Department of Defense and serves as the legislative guide for our military for the fiscal year. Following his vote to pass the FY24 NDAA, Congressman Van Orden stated: “As a United States Navy SEAL veteran with multiple combat tours, I know firsthand the threats our nation faces from our adversaries around the world. Ensuring our military is adequately funded and appropriately focused on completing its missions is essential to the safety and security of the United States and our allies. The FY24 NDAA includes incredible wins for our military capabilities and servicemembers, including the largest pay raise for servicemembers in over 20 years, and provides our men and women of the Armed Forces with the tools they need to keep pace with the unprecedented challenges posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), Russia, Iran, and North Korea. “Even with these great provisions, I very reluctantly voted for the NDAA due to the inclusion of a clean extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). The FBI is responsible for over 278,000 individual abuses of this section to the detriment of Americans’ civil liberties, and I am adamant in my efforts when we return to Washington in 2024 to make the necessary reforms to FISA to prevent further misuse of national surveillance capabilities. If these reforms are not implemented, I will not be voting to reauthorize it in April 2024. “We know the world is safer with a strong U.S. military. While I have apprehensions with certain elements of this bill, I cannot put our nation's security and military readiness at risk.” The FY24 NDAA includes many key provisions for the United States military and our servicemembers such as: 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-helps-advance-bipartisan-bill-to-address-opioid-and-fentanyl-crisis Baldwin Helps Advance Bipartisan Bill to Address Opioid and Fentanyl Crisis 2023-12-14 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin helped pass major legislation out of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee to address the opioid and fentanyl crisis by investing in prevention, treatment recovery, and law enforcement efforts. The bipartisan Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2023, or SUPPORT Act included key provisions Senator Baldwin authored to train first responders to prevent overdoses, combat opioid-related infectious diseases, and improve the health of expecting mothers and their children, among other things. “Too many families know the pain of losing a loved one too soon to a drug overdose or poisoning," said Senator Baldwin. “As we continue to see the sharp rise in poisonings and overdoses caused by synthetic drugs like fentanyl, we need to fight this epidemic on all fronts – making sure that these drugs cannot come into our country, our law enforcement have the resources they need, and our communities have access to life-saving overdose reversal drugs. I am happy to have worked with my Democratic and Republican colleagues to advance this needed legislation, help fight this growing crisis, and save lives.” In response to the opioid epidemic, Congress originally passed the SUPPORT Act in 2018 – legislation that focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery services for opioid misuse, including fentanyl. Now, Congress is working to reauthorize many of the provisions and add to their efforts to combat the opioid and substance use disorder crisis. The SUPPORT Act incorporates a number of Senator Baldwin’s bipartisan bills, including: Safe Response Act -Bipartisan legislation to ensure that first responders and other essential community members have access to training on how to use life-saving reversal drugs, like naloxone. Bruce’s Law – Bipartisan legislation to bolster federal prevention and education efforts surrounding fentanyl. Eliminating Opioid-Related Infe… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwins-bill-to-increase-access-to-lifesaving-cancer-screenings-advances-in-senate Senator Baldwin’s Bill to Increase Access to Lifesaving Cancer Screenings Advances in Senate 2023-12-14 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Susan Collins (R-ME) advanced bipartisan legislation in the Senate this week to expand access to lifesaving cancer screenings. The Screening for Communities to Receive Early and Equitable Needed Services (SCREENS) for Cancer Act reauthorizes a lifesaving program that provides breast and cervical cancer screenings and diagnostic services for women who are low-income, uninsured, or underinsured and who do not qualify for Medicaid. On Tuesday, the bill passed out of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) with unanimous support, teeing it up for a full vote in the Senate. Senators Baldwin and Collins introduced the SCREENS for Cancer Act earlier this year to reauthorize the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP), which since 1991 has served more than 6.1 million women, detecting nearly 77,000 breast cancers and over 24,000 premalignant breast lesions. “Preventative screenings can be the difference between life and death for Americans battling cancer. The NBCCEDP provides these lifesaving screenings to millions of women who would otherwise not have access to this critical care,” said Senator Baldwin. “I’m proud to have worked with Republicans and Democrats to advance our bill so we can help ensure no American is locked out of lifesaving cancer screenings because of cost.” Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Wisconsin, accounting for nearly one-third of all cancer diagnosed among women. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), from 2017 to 2021, the NBCCEDP has helped at least 10,000 women in Wisconsin receive a total of 9,908 preventative breast screening tests, and 3,564 cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services. This preventative screening helped detect 204 breast cancers and 110 cervical cancers or pre-cancerous cervical lesions. The SCREENS for Cancer Act would reauthorize NBCCEDP through 2028. The program, which is a partnership between the… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/fitzgerald-votes-formalize-impeachment-inquiry-president-joe-biden Fitzgerald Votes to Formalize Impeachment Inquiry into President Joe Biden 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Scott Fitzgerald F000471 fitzgerald.house.gov fitzgerald https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to begin a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. “Today’s vote was necessary as House Republicans continue to face obstruction from the White House in our investigation of the Biden family’s corruption and President Biden’s involvement in a foreign influence peddling scheme,” said Rep. Fitzgerald. “From the 20 shell companies to the over $200 thousand in laundered funds, the evidence is not only overwhelming, it’s black and white. This vote for a formal inquiry will corroborate and bolster the evidence we already have pointing to abuse of power and violation of public trust.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/fitzgerald-votes-pass-whole-milk-healthy-kids-act Fitzgerald Votes to Pass Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Scott Fitzgerald F000471 fitzgerald.house.gov fitzgerald https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after passage of H.R. 1147, the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, which provides students greater milk choices in their school cafeteria. “This whole milk legislation was a win all around for Wisconsinites, particularly for our farmers and students,” said Rep. Fitzgerald. “Outdated government definitions have long vilified whole milk as an unhealthy drink option for students, when the reality is that milk has 13 essential nutrients that are critical for proper development. I was pleased to see this legislation passed and I look forward to putting whole milk back in our school cafeterias.” BACKGROUND: Several recent studies examining the effect of higher fat milk consumption found that it was associated with lower childhood obesity and concluded that dietary guidelines that recommend reduced-fat milk versions might not lower the risk of childhood obesity. Higher consumption of full-fat dairy has been shown to be associated with lower risk of total body fat mass in children and increases satiety in students. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3759 Bipartisan Group of House Members Introduce Bill to Protect Older Workers from Age Discrimination 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Glenn Grothman G000576 grothman.house.gov grothman https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) joined Congressman Bobby Scott (D-VA) and a bipartisan group of House Education and the Workforce Committee members on the introduction of the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act (POWADA), a bipartisan proposal to strengthen anti-discrimination protections for older workers. This legislation has been endorsed by AARP. POWADA returns the legal standard for age discrimination claims to the pre-2009 evidentiary threshold, aligning the burden of proof with the same standards for proving discrimination based on based on race and national origin. “In my mind, the one form of discrimination that is so widespread is age discrimination against older workers. This affects a whole generation of Americans. Countless people aged 50 and up get laid off at a time when they still have mortgages to pay and children to support, and they find it very difficult to find a job. Employers also let go of older individuals as companies look to avoid higher insurance costs. The Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act is a crucial bipartisan initiative that aims to restore legal safeguards for older workers by ensuring that age discrimination claims receive just as much credibility as other claims of workplace discrimination,” said Grothman (WI-06). “Everyone—regardless of their age—should be able to go to work every day knowing that they are protected from discrimination. Unfortunately, age discrimination in the workplace is depriving older workers of opportunities and exposing them to long-term unemployment and severe financial hardship. More than a decade ago, the Supreme Court undermined protections for older workers by setting an unreasonable burden of proof for age discrimination claims. The Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act is a bipartisan bill that would finally restore the legal rights of older workers by ensuring that the burdens of proof in age discrimination claims are treated in the same manner as other discrimination claims,” saidRanking Member… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tiffany-statement-formalizing-impeachment-inquiry Rep. Tiffany Statement on Formalizing Impeachment Inquiry 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper December 13, 2023 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement after voting to formalize the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. “The American people deserve transparency, and this process will give the House additional investigative abilities to uncover the facts about the President's involvement in his family’s foreign business deals,” said Congressman Tiffany. Over the past year, House Republicans have uncovered through testimony, whistleblowers, and investigations that: The Biden family received at least $20 million from China, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Romania while Joe Biden served as vice president and after he left public office. President Biden was on at least 20 phone calls with Hunter Biden’s foreign business associates and attended dinners with foreign oligarchs who paid huge sums of money to Hunter Biden. The Bidens created over 20 shell companies – most of which were created when Joe Biden was vice president. The House Oversight Committee released a check of $40,000 in laundered Communist Chinese money directly to Joe Biden. The House Oversight Committee uncovered evidence that Joe Biden, in 2018, received a $200,000 direct payment in the form of a "personal check" from his brother James Biden and sister-in-law Sara Biden. Hunter Biden's business partners and assistants visited the White House over 80 times when Joe Biden was vice president. President Biden was “the brand” for Hunter’s foreign business dealings according to Devon Archer. Then-Vice President Joe Biden was allegedly paid $5 million as part of a bribery scheme by an executive of Burisma Holdings, a Ukrainian natural gas firm that Hunter Biden sat on the board. Joe Biden set up three aliases – Robert L. Peters, Robin Ware and JRB Ware – to send emails when he was Vice President. The National Archives has 5,400 emails in which Joe Biden used fake names. Joe Biden used fake aliases to send and receive at least 327 emails from Hunter Biden, James Biden, and Hunter Biden’s b… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-hres-918 Van Orden Statement on H.Res. 918 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after voting in support of H.Res. 918 to permit Committees within the House of Representatives to continue their investigations as part of the existing House inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach President Joe Biden: “House Committees have uncovered an alarming amount of information that shows President Biden’s involvement in his family’s corrupt business activities. As Members of Congress, we have a Constitutional duty to ensure our executive branch acts honestly, morally, and in the best interest of our nation. This resolution simply allows the House to formally continue their investigations into the President and get the American people the answers they deserve.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-joins-bipartisan-push-to-stop-surge-in-mexican-steel-imports-and-support-us-workers Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Push to Stop Surge in Mexican Steel Imports and Support U.S. Workers 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in pushing the Biden Administration to take action to stop an unsustainable increase in Mexican steel imports. In a letter to National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, the senators demanded the Administration set a clear deadline for Mexico to enforce its 2019 agreement with the U.S., and urged the Administration to take reciprocal action to counter the increase in Mexican steel imports if the country refuses to comply. Earlier this year, the senators voiced their deep concerns with the surge in Mexican steel imports and urged the Administration to act. Today, the Mexican government is still refusing to comply with the 2019 agreement, and the delay in action by the administration is costing American steel jobs. “We write to you regarding the surge of Mexican steel imports into the U.S. market in violation of the 2019 Joint Agreement on Steel and Aluminum. This breach, and the resulting surge, threatens our manufacturing base and American national security, and demands immediate action from the administration,” wrote the senators. The senators continued: “The administration must do more to protect America’s steel industry and prevent the further loss of good-paying American jobs. Failure to conclude an export monitoring agreement due to the unwillingness or inability of the Mexican government is unacceptable. We urge the administration to set a clear deadline for the implementation of an export monitoring agreement. If Mexico fails to meet this deadline or proves unable or unwilling to effectively enforce the 2019 Joint Agreement, we respectfully urge the administration to take aggressive action to counter the increase of Mexican steel imports.” In August, Mexico’s Grupo Simek announced plans to close Republic Steel plants in Canton, Ohio, and Lackawanna, New York, while moving significant quantities of that production to Mexico. These closures will mean the loss of over 500 good-paying, union jobs. Grupo Simek’s… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-votes-to-strengthen-national-security-support-service-members-and-stand-up-to-china Senator Baldwin Votes to Strengthen National Security, Support Service Members, and Stand Up to China 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024, which passed the Senate 87-13. The annual defense bill includes a pay increase for service members, key investments for Wisconsin military installations, protections against our adversaries, and updates to strengthen Buy America policies for defense spending. “At a time when tensions are rising globally, Democrats and Republicans came together to make a down payment on our national security: supporting our service members, standing up against our adversaries, and making important investments in our Made in America supply chains. This bipartisan legislation delivers a well-deserved pay raise for our military and their families and additional resources so our service members can get the housing and healthcare they deserve,” said Senator Baldwin. “I was also proud this legislation included a provision that strengthens our Made in America economy – better ensuring taxpayer dollars used for our nation’s defense support American workers and businesses, while housing more critical supply chains in America.” Investing in Made in America – NDAA includes an amendment that would increase domestic content percentages for major defense acquisition programs from 55% to 75% by January 1, 2029. Senator Baldwin supported this measure in the Senate version of NDAA and pushed to include strong Buy America provisions in the final legislation passed today. Supporting Service Members Pay Increase for Service Members: The bill authorizes a 5.2% pay increase, the largest raise for service members in 20 years. Affordable Housing: It also modifies the calculation for the basic allowance for housing rates for junior enlisted members living in areas with limited housing inventory, a change that would support junior service members stationed at locations such as Fort McCoy and some Coast Guard locations. Parental Leave: Expands parental leave for certain members of the reserve components of the A… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-to-hold-press-conference-on-impact-of-crime-in-wisconsin-due-to-biden-s-open-border-policies Sen. Johnson to Hold Press Conference on Impact of Crime in Wisconsin Due to Biden’s Open Border Policies 2023-12-13 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper OSHKOSH – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) will attend a closed-door meeting with Winnebago County, City of Oshkosh, and neighboring area law enforcement officials highlighting the impact of the illegal drug trade, sex trafficking, and cartel-related activities in numerous Wisconsin communities—all in part due to the disastrous situation at the southern border. Following this, the senator will hold a press conference. WHAT: Meeting,Press Conference WHO: Senator Ron Johnson, Members of Law Enforcement WHEN: December 15, 2023 MEETING:1:30 p.m. CT (closed to media) PRESS CONFERENCE:2:15 p.m. CT WHERE: Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office 4311 Jackson St Oshkosh, WI 54901 RSVP: Please RSVP byFriday, December 15 at 1:00 PM CT with name, outlet, email and phone number topress@ronjohnson.senate.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-grassley-ernst-team-up-to-lower-fertilizer-cost-for-farmers Baldwin, Grassley, Ernst Team Up to Lower Fertilizer Cost for Farmers 2023-12-12 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) in leading a bipartisan push to help lower the cost of fertilizer by shedding light on market factors driving the cost of fertilizer, a major expense for farmers. The Midwest senators’ Fertilizer Research Act would require the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to conduct a study on competition and trends in the fertilizer market to determine their subsequent impacts on price. “Wisconsin’s farmers work long hours year-round to provide food for our families, but in recent years, they have faced tough economic headwinds, including the high cost of fertilizer. This hurts their bottom lines, our rural communities, and American consumers, and we need to do more to address rising input costs for our agricultural industry. I’m proud to work with Senator Grassley to improve the fertilizer market so our farmers can afford to continue feeding America,” Baldwin said. “Farmers’ bottom lines thin as the price of fertilizer rises. With fertilizer being one of the ag industry’s highest input costs, its problematic farmers have such a limited window into market fluctuations. Our bill will provide farmers in Iowa and across the Heartland with needed transparency and certainty as they navigate production costs,” Grassley said. “Bidenomics has been tough on all Iowans, especially our farmers and rural communities. On top of rising prices for everyday goods, Iowa’s ag community is facing all-time high fertilizer costs,” Ernst said. “Senator Chuck Grassley and I are teaming up to force Biden’s USDA to create more transparency around why fertilizer costs are so high and how we can work to bring them down.” The Fertilizer Research Act is endorsed by the Wisconsin Corn Growers Association. Within one year of the bill’s passage, the Secretary of Agriculture, in consultation with the Economic Research Council, would be required to issue a report on USDA’s website regarding the U.S. fertilizer industry. Specifically, t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/icymi-sen-johnson-unravels-biden-family-foreign-business-entanglements-and-addresses-danger-of-biden-s-open-border ICYMI: Sen. Johnson Unravels Biden Family Foreign Business Entanglements and Addresses Danger of Biden’s Open Border 2023-12-12 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Larry Kudlow on Kudlow and Sean Hannity on Hannity to address the scandal of the Biden crime family corruption, and the need for Senate Republicans to make any Ukraine funding contingent on achieving benchmarks that actually secure the southern border. On Saturday, the senator joined Fox and Friends’ Rachel Campos-Duffy, Will Cain, and Pete Hegseth where he also discussed solutions to record-high drug shortages and the liberties and freedoms that unite Americans. On Hannity, Sen. Johnson discussed how he and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) attempted to warn the American public about how Joe Biden was compromised through the corrupt and illicit activities of his family’s business dealings leading up to 2020. Watch the full interview with Sean Hannity here. On how President Biden is compromised by his family receiving millions from our adversaries “I think Chairman Comer, Chairman Smith, Chairman Jordan have done an excellent job of building on the record that Senator Grassley and I developed before the election. And now you've got Hunter Biden out there doing podcasts, you know, whining about being persecuted. I've said repeatedly I took no joy in uncovering the Biden crime family corruption. But Senator Grassley and I, we were trying to warn the American public before an election, before Joe Biden became president, before he was compromised. We tried to warn the American public that this man and his family had received millions of dollars from countries that were adversaries of ours. That if he were elected, that he would be compromised and our national security would be compromised. That's why we did this.” On how no one should feel sorry for Hunter Biden given his vile and criminal actions “This has nothing to do with some vendetta against poor Hunter Biden. Who, by the way, $872,000 on women and adult entertainment. Now, those women, and we knew this and reported on this, these women were probably trafficked through an international sex traf… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-calls-out-state-department-failing-provide-information-potential Van Orden Calls Out State Department for Failing to Provide Information on Potential Refugee Resettlement in Eau Claire 2023-12-11 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of State failed to provide requested information on the potential resettlement of refugees in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. On November 17, Congressman Van Orden sent a letter to Secretary Antony Blinken requesting a detailed report of the vetting procedures conducted on the potential refugees to be resettled in Eau Claire by December 4, 2023. In the letter, the Congressman acknowledged the contributions of those who have immigrated to the United States legally, but raised concerns about the resettlement plan without evidence that the proper investigations for each potential refugee were thoroughly conducted. “The silence from the State Department is incredibly concerning,” said Rep. Van Orden. “I have a responsibility to ensure the well-being of my constituents, and without the ability to review the information I requested, I cannot say with confidence that these individuals were fully vetted. We are a nation of laws, and we must ensure that those who wish to immigrate or resettle here do so legally and are not threats to the safety and security of the United States.Until I have the information I requested, I will not support this resettlement.” To read the full letter, click here or scroll below. November 17, 2023 The Honorable Antony Blinken Secretary U.S. Department of State 2201 C St NW Washington, DC 20451 Dear Secretary Blinken, To ensure the safety of my constituents I have been monitoring the potential resettlement of refugees in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. I recognize the great contributions immigrants have and continue to make to the success of the United States and welcome those who wish to legally immigrate here, but the safety of Americans, specifically my constituents must come first. I have engaged in conversations with the City Council President, Eau Claire County Sheriff Riewestahl, World Relief Wisconsin, and other community stakeholders; however there remain several unknown… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-delivers-over-11-million-to-keep-wisconsinites-safe-on-the-road Baldwin Delivers Over $11 Million to Keep Wisconsinites Safe on the Road 2023-12-11 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced eight Wisconsin communities are receiving a total of over $11 million in funding to improve safety on roadways through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program, funded by the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. “I voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to keep Wisconsinites safe while traveling, create good paying jobs, and put Wisconsinites to work rebuilding our infrastructure,” said Senator Baldwin. “This funding will help communities across the state reduce the amount of roadway incidents and make our streets safer for pedestrians, bikers, and drivers.” The SS4A program supports the development of a comprehensive safety action plan that identifies the most significant roadway safety concerns in a community, as well as the implementation of projects and strategies to address roadway safety issues. The awarded Planning and Demonstration Grants will provide funds to develop, complete, or supplement a comprehensive safety action plan. Planning and Demonstration Grants also fund supplemental planning and/or demonstration activities that inform the development of a new or existing Action Plan. The following Wisconsin communities received SS4A grants: City of Madison - $6,267,668 to make multiple safety improvements across 14 different projects to implement the Vision Zero Madison plan. Project components which include improving pedestrian, bicycle, and transit rider safety and accessibility with sidewalks, ADA ramps, median and pedestrian refuge islands, protected bike lanes, and traffic calming. With the majority of crashes occurring at intersections, the project focuses on making safety improvements on intersections along the City’s transit network and shared use paths located in their HIN using low-cost, high-impact strategies. Other improvements include rectangul… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-introduces-legislation-rename-necedah-post-office-after-distinguished Tiffany Introduces Legislation to Rename Necedah Post Office After Distinguished Veteran 2023-12-07 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) introduced legislation to honor the service and sacrifice of Sergeant Kenneth E. Murphy by renaming the United States Post Office in Necedah as the Sergeant Kenneth E. Murphy Post Office Building. Sergeant Murphy was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his gallantry in Vietnam, as well as a Purple Heart. “Sergeant Murphy’s heroism and devotion to his fellow service members and our great nation deserve to be honored,” said Congressman Tiffany. “This Necedah postal renaming will cement his legacy in our nation’s history.” “I am honored to be considered for this prestigious nomination for the Necedah Post Office Renaming. I was born in the house I grew up and have never left Necedah,” said Sergeant Kenneth E. Murphy. H.R. 6651 would rename the U.S. Post Office located at 603 West 3rd Street in Necedah, Wisconsin, as the “Sergeant Kenneth E. Murphy Post Office Building.” Sergeant Murphy was born and raised in Necedah and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. On November 9, 1966, while serving as a squad leader on a search and destroy mission near Tuy Hoa, Sergeant Murphy fearlessly ran through a hail of bullets to try and help several wounded soldiers. Despite being wounded twice, including once in the head, he organized his men, led them in a fierce assault on the enemy, and enabled his men to break out of the trap and overwhelm the insurgent force. Sergeant Murphy received a Purple Heart and the Distinguished Service Cross for his service and sacrifice. He resides in Necedah to this day. The entire Wisconsin delegation are original cosponsors of H.R. 6651. Rep. Tiffany’s Necedah Post Office renaming bill text can be foundhere. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-wisconsin-delegation-members-urge-biden-administration-protect Van Orden, Wisconsin Delegation Members Urge Biden Administration to Protect American Dairy Market Access 2023-12-07 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), along with Members of the Wisconsin Delegation, sent a letter to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and the U.S. Department of Agriculture urging the administration to provide solutions to the U.S-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) dispute settlement panel ruling on November 24, 2023 that permits Canada to continue limiting American dairy market access. In the letter, the Members requested the administration to share its plan for overturning the harmful conditions set by the USMCA dispute settlement panel ruling and their strategy for addressing barriers to dairy trade and market access opportunities. “Our dairy farmers and processors work tirelessly to produce quality products,” said Rep. Van Orden. “Wisconsin is a leading dairy state, and the ruling in favor of Canada’s dairy market restrictions is an insult to the farmers, producers, and marketers who work to ensure nutritious products are available at prices people can afford. I will always stand up for our dairy industry workers, and I look forward to continuing to work with my Wisconsin Delegation colleagues and the administration to ensure the United States has an equal seat at the table as our USMCA counterparts.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-delivers-upgraded-national-park-service-designation-additional-funding-opportunities-to-ice-age-trail Baldwin Delivers Upgraded National Park Service Designation, Additional Funding Opportunities to Ice Age Trail 2023-12-07 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced a boost for Wisconsin’s Ice Age and North Country scenic trails, providing them improved management and access to additional funding. Since 2014, Senator Baldwin has called for this change, designating Wisconsin’s trails unit status under the National Park Service, to deliver additional federal resources to maintain and preserve these critical resources for Wisconsin. “The Ice Age Trail touches countless communities in the Badger State, charting a path from the St. Croix River, through the heart of Wisconsin, and all the way back up to Door County. Along those hundreds of miles, local businesses, families, outdoor enthusiasts, and communities reap the benefits as visitors from all over come to enjoy Wisconsin’s great outdoors,” said Senator Baldwin. “I was proud to lead the charge to support both the Ice Age and the North Country scenic trails new designations, unlocking additional federal resources to ensure generations to come can better enjoy Wisconsin’s wilderness.” Since 2014, Senator Baldwin has introduced the National Scenic Trails Parity Act, bipartisan legislation to grant unit status to three National Scenic Trails that are part of the National Park System (NPS), including the Ice Age and North Country National Scenic Trails, to improve management, establish administrative clarity, and grant access to additional federal resources. Wisconsin’s newly designated trails have joined the ranks of existing parks along with the New England scenic trail, bringing the total number of NPS units from 425 to 428. The Ice Age, New England, and North Country national scenic trails, all previously established by Congress and administered by the National Park Service as part of?the National Trails System, are now also recognized as units of the National Park System. Joining this system will raise public awareness about Wisconsin’s national scenic trails and allow them to access more funding and programmatic resources of the agency that are limited … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-pushes-to-provide-milwaukee-residents-tools-to-compete-against-wealthy-out-of-state-investors-in-housing-market Baldwin Pushes to Provide Milwaukee Residents Tools to Compete Against Wealthy Out-of-State Investors in Housing Market 2023-12-07 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) of Chicago to continue working with her office and Milwaukee affordable housing nonprofits to expand opportunities for Milwaukee residents to compete with wealthy, out-of-state investors for homes in Milwaukee neighborhoods. Senator Baldwin is asking the FHLB of Chicago to work with lenders in Milwaukee to provide unique and innovative financial products to first-time homebuyers or mission-oriented organizations that seek to compete with out-of-state investors for properties in their communities. "Too many Wisconsinites struggle to find quality, affordable housing in their neighborhoods because wealthy out-of-state investors are buying up houses and locking out hard working families from home ownership,” said Senator Baldwin. “That’s why I’m working with community partners to set up more Wisconsinites to buy homes, build generational wealth, and live in the neighborhoods they love.” In November, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), which oversees the FHLB System, concluded a year-long review of the System by releasing a report identifying that the Banks should be more active in addressing the affordable housing crisis. Senator Baldwin saw an opportunity for a new, innovative partnership between the FHLB of Chicago and affordable housing advocates, like Acts Housing and the Community Development Alliance, two organizations working to create a loan product for graduates of their homebuyer counseling programs to be able to compete with wealthy investors. By forging this partnership and creating a mortgage product for graduates of these community partners’ homebuyer counseling programs, more Wisconsinites can have a path towards homeownership. As of last year, out-of-state landlords owned over 7,000 single family homes in Milwaukee, up 50 percent since 2017 and 476 percent since 2005. Typically, out-of-state investors rent their properties for well above what a homeowner would pay in monthly costs. According to a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3752 Grothman, Cartwright Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Staffing Shortage in Bureau of Prisons 2023-12-06 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Glenn Grothman G000576 grothman.house.gov grothman https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congressmen Glenn Grothman (R-WI) and Matt Cartwright (D-PA) have introduced the BOP Direct-Hire Authority Act, a bipartisan bill to alleviate staffing shortages at Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facilities across the country by cutting bureaucratic red tape, which will enhance the safety and security of BOP personnel. This legislation received support from 11 cosponsors, as well as the Council of Prison Locals C-33 (CPL-33), the largest union for BOP employees nationwide. “We have labor shortages everywhere in this country, but when it comes to hiring correctional officers, it is unnecessarily multiplied by the federal bureaucracy,” said Grothman. “I have toured the Federal Correctional Institution in Oxford, Wisconsin, which is part of the Bureau of Prisons, and I often receive feedback from many of its employees. Unfortunately, FCI Oxford is yet another example of the staffing crisis that has devastated BOP facilities and personnel across the country.” “The crisis of chronic understaffing at the federal Bureau of Prisons undermines the prison system’s ability to foster safety, accountability and rehabilitation” said Cartwright.“The existing bureaucratic approach takes too long to hire new corrections officers and needs to be addressed immediately. This commonsense legislation will lead to swifter hiring cycles and better and safer conditions for our correctional officers and inmates.” “The current staffing levels in BOP institutions have reached dangerously low levels, posing significant risks to both staff and inmates. Insufficient staffing within the Bureau of Prisons has far-reaching consequences, affecting prison operations, inmate management, and overall institutional functioning. In fact, in FY2023, there were over 7,700 vacancies for Correctional Officers within the BOP,” said Brandy Moore White, National President of CPL-33. “We firmly believe that the enactment of the "BOP Direct-Hire Authority Act" into law will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of our prison facilities.” Background … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-announces-big-step-towards-expanding-rail-in-wisconsin Baldwin Announces Big Step Towards Expanding Rail in Wisconsin 2023-12-06 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin announced that five new routes in Wisconsin have been selected as priorities for passenger rail expansion and will be receiving $500,000 each in planning and development grants for a total of $2.5 million statewide. The funding for these projects comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration’s Corridor Identification and Development (Corridor ID) program, funded by the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “Passenger rail helps people get to work and school safely, boosts tourism and recreation, and grows our local economies, and I am proud to deliver funding to help expand it in Wisconsin,” said Senator Baldwin. “I voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to move our economy forward and get Wisconsinites where they need to go efficiently and safely, and I am excited to see these plans for passenger rail move forward.” The Corridor ID Program is a comprehensive intercity passenger rail planning and development program that will help guide intercity passenger rail development throughout the country and create a pipeline of intercity passenger rail projects ready for implementation. Each selected Corridor will be granted $500,000 for eligible activities related to the initiation of a grantee’s Corridor development efforts including the development of a scope, schedule, and cost estimate for preparing a service development plan. Through the Corridor ID Program, the following projects will receive funding: Milwaukee to Green Bay: The proposed Corridor would connect the existing Hiawatha service between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI with an extension to Green Bay, WI. Senator Baldwin submitted a letter of support for the project, which can be found here. Milwaukee to Chicago: The proposed Corridor would provide improvements to the existing Hiawatha service between Milwaukee, WI and Chicago, IL by adding new frequencies. Senator Baldwin submitted a letter of support for the project, which can be found here. Milwaukee to Madison… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-cassidy-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-support-communities-hurt-by-chinese-trade-cheating Baldwin, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Communities Hurt by Chinese Trade Cheating 2023-12-06 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) introduced bipartisan legislation that will support communities that have been negatively impacted by foreign, often Chinese companies that skirt trade laws. The legislation directs the millions of dollars collected in penalties for trade violations back to the communities impacted by unfair practices. Over the last three decades, American communities have lost millions of jobs after being exposed to the harms of cheaper, dumped, or illegally subsidized products imported into the U.S. from China. The Resilient Communities Act would direct antidumping and countervailing duty revenue collected by Customs and Border Protection to a fund at the Commerce Department to support communities that have been injured by trade, including where there are companies facing layoffs, declining sales, or reduced shifts as a result of import competition. “When countries like China cheat the trade system and flood the market with cheap goods, American companies, workers, and communities pay the price,” said Senator Baldwin. “I am proud to lead this bill with my Republican colleague to invest in the places that are experiencing layoffs or closures because Chinese companies aren’t playing by the rules.” “Louisiana shrimpers have a great story to tell. Their shrimp is fresher, cleaner, and tastes better,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This is an important step towards protecting the families that rely on Louisiana’s seafood industry and ensuring that their communities prosper no matter how much China and India try to dump into U.S. markets.” Dumping is a predatory trade practice wherein a manufacturer sells their product in the United States for a price below the producer’s sale price in their country of origin or cost of production in an effort to devalue their competitor’s products. Countervailing duties, or anti-subsidy duties, are imposed to offset the lower prices of goods entering a country because of subsidies from foreign governments. While coll… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-statement-on-emergency-national-security-funding-calls-for-border-deal Senator Baldwin Statement on Emergency National Security Funding; Calls for Border Deal 2023-12-06 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to advance legislation that would provide support for our allies, including Israel and Ukraine, deliver humanitarian assistance to innocent civilians, and strengthen our Southern border: “This emergency funding package is necessary to keep Americans safe at home and support our allies abroad, and I was proud to vote to advance it. This legislation makes key investments in our Southern border, helps our allies like Israel and Ukraine defend themselves in brutal wars against terrorists and war criminals, and delivers needed humanitarian aid to the innocent people caught in the crosshairs of these conflicts, like those in Gaza. “This bill would make long overdue investments in security for our Southern border and help stop the flow of deadly drugs like fentanyl from coming into our country – but the truth is, it's not enough. I was encouraged by my colleagues’ talks to draft a bipartisan deal that will help address our broken immigration system and strengthen our Southern border, and we must come back to the table to continue those negotiations. We owe it to the American people to find a compromise that helps secure our border and stop the flow of fentanyl coming into our communities – and I am committed to being part of the solution.” Details of the supplemental package can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sens-johnson-and-scott-for-fox-news-before-biden-gives-one-more-dime-to-ukraine-he-must-first-secure-our-border Sens. Johnson and Scott for FOX News: Before Biden Gives One More Dime to Ukraine, He Must First Secure Our Border 2023-12-06 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, FOX News published an op-ed by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) that addressed the “clear and present danger” of the open border under the Biden administration and called on Senate Republicans to deny cloture on any Ukraine support bill that does not include border metrics that dramatically reduce the number of illegal migrants being dispersed into the U.S. The full op-ed can be found here and excerpts are below. “President Biden’s open border policy is a clear and present danger to America. We believe a U.S. president’s primary responsibility is to defend the country's citizens and our Constitution. When it comes to border security, he is doing neither. Rather than address and alleviate this clear and present danger, President Biden and his Democrat allies in Congress are the root cause. … “When the Biden administration took over, the border was largely secure. Once in office, the Biden administration claimed President Trump’s policies that had secured the border were ‘inhumane,’ and they abruptly reversed course. The very unfortunate result is that Biden’s open border policy is now facilitating the multi-billion dollar business model of some of the most evil people on the planet—sex, drug, and human traffickers. The depredations caused by this trafficking occur in the shadows and go largely unreported. Overdose deaths, largely from fentanyl coming through the southwest border topped 100,000 annually. There is nothing humane about Biden’s policies. “In addition to its inhumanity, the open border represents a huge national and homeland security threat. Of the 6 million migrants who got in, 1.7 million were detected crossing the border and accounted for as ‘known gotaways.’ We obviously don’t ‘know’ who these people are, or where they currently reside. … “In a recent hearing of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, of which we are both members, FBI Director Christopher Wray stated in response to questioning by Senator Scot… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-votes-present-meaningless-gop-resolution Pocan Votes Present on Meaningless GOP Resolution 2023-12-05 2023 2023-12 Democrat House WI Mark Pocan P000607 pocan.house.gov pocan https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after he voted present on a House Republican resolution “condemning and denouncing the drastic rise of antisemitism in the United States and around the world” (H.Res. 894): “I strongly condemn in no uncertain terms the significant rise of antisemitism and Islamophobia plaguing our country. Just last month, a group of neo-Nazis marched in my district, and I unequivocally denounced this hateful act. “However, today’s House vote on this partisan resolution is meaningless in that it does nothing to address antisemitism in a real and tangible way, but rather is a bad faith attempt by the Republican majority to use the Jewish community for political gain. “The day that House Republicans condemn Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene for her anti-Semitic comments, including on ‘Jewish Space Lasers’ causing forest fires, will be the day I start taking this House majority seriously in their rhetoric on antisemitism. Until then, because there is no button on the House floor for me to vote ‘this is in lieu of Republicans being able to govern,’ the closest option I have is to vote ‘present’ on this meaningless resolution, while we can’t even pass Appropriations bills. “I stand with the Jewish community in South Central Wisconsin and across the globe. I urge my Republican colleagues to end this partisan charade and actually bring legislation to the floor that will help address the immediate and present threat of antisemitism.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-announces-staff-led-mobile-office-hours-for-december Steil Announces Staff-Led Mobile Office Hours for December 2023-12-05 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Bryan Steil S001213 steil.house.gov steil https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today announced staff-led mobile office hours for December. The congressman has offices in Janesville, Kenosha, Racine, St. Francis, Beloit, and Elkorn that are ready to welcome people from all over Southeast Wisconsin. Mobile office hours allow individuals and families outside of those areas the chance to connect directly with Rep. Steil’s staff without needing to travel long distances. Dates, times, and locations for December mobile office hours are as follows: Thursday, December 7th City of Elkhorn: Matheson Memorial Public Library, 101 N. Wisconsin Street, Elkhorn, WI, 9:00am - 11:00am Village of Hales Corners: Hales Corners Village Hall, 5635 S. New Berlin Road, Hales Corners, WI, 12:30pm – 1:30pm City of Oak Creek: Oak Creek Civic Center – Delphi Room, 8040 S. 6th Street, Oak Creek, WI, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Friday, December 8th Salem: Salem Lakes Village Hall, 9814 Antioch Road, Salem, WI, 11:00am – 12:00pm Somers: Somers Town & Village Hall, 7511 12th Street, Kenosha, WI, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Pleasant Prairie: Pleasant Prairie Village Hall Auditorium, 9915 39th Ave, Pleasant Prairie, WI, 3:00pm – 4:00pm Wednesday, December 13th Beloit: Beloit City Hall, 100 State Street, Beloit, WI, 9:00am – 11:00am Clinton: Clinton Village Hall, 301 Cross Street, Clinton, WI, 11:30am – 12:30pm Darien: Darien Village Hall, 24 N. Wisconsin Street, Darien, WI, 1:30pm – 2:30pm Milton: Milton City Hall, 710 S. Janesville Street, Milton, WI, 3:15pm – 4:15pm Thursday, December 14th Union Grove: Yorkville Village Hall, 925 15th Avenue, Union Grove, WI, 9:00am – 10:00am Racine: Caledonia Village Hall, 5043 Chester Lane, Racine, WI, 10:45am – 11:45am Village of Wind Point: Wind Point Lighthouse, 4725 Lighthouse Drive, Wind Point, WI, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Sturtevant: Sturtevant Village Hall, 2801 89th Street, Sturtevant, WI, 3:00pm – 4:00pm Staff will be ready to answer questions and hear concerns about federal issues from anyone who wishes to come by, no appointments needed. A… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-joins-38-gop-senators-in-demanding-changes-to-biden-administration-rule-endangering-safety-and-wellbeing-of-unaccompanied-alien-children Sen. Johnson Joins 38 GOP Senators in Demanding Changes to Biden Administration Rule Endangering Safety and Wellbeing of Unaccompanied Alien Children 2023-12-05 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), joined U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and 38 of their Senate GOP colleagues in a letter calling on the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) to overhaul its harmful and deficient policies governing the agency’s treatment of unaccompanied alien children in the United States. ORR’s Proposed Rule—parts of which the agency is already enforcing—allows ORR to place vulnerable children in the custody of poorly vetted, andpotentially criminal, sponsors and obstructs whistleblowers from reporting abuse in the program to Congress. This letter comes one year after Sen. Johnson first wrote to HHS Secretary Xavior Becerra about the disturbing whistleblower account of HHS employee Tara Lee Rodas regarding the department’s handling of the Unaccompanied Children Program. “This Proposed Rule ignores nearly seven years of oversight conducted by Congress and the Office of Inspector General and reveals chronic foot-dragging—if not total reluctance—when it comes to protecting vulnerable children,” the senators wrote. “It provides ample protections to government bureaucrats at the expense of children. Even more concerning, ‘the requirements being [adopted] in this proposed rule are already enforced by [the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)].’” “…ORR does not even consider a sponsor’s criminal record, current illegal drug use, history of abuse or neglect, or other child welfare concerns ‘necessarily disqualifying to potential sponsorship.’… In effect, ORR accepts a sponsor’s representations almost entirely on face value,” the senators continued. “ORR’s Proposed Rule abdicates the agency’s responsibility for protecting the vulnerable children in its custody from harmful behavior by poorly vetted, potential criminals. For these services, the taxpayer paid ORR $5.5 billion in FY2022. The Proposed Rule is wholly unworkable and ORR should discard it and its current practices. If not, Congress will have no choice but to introduce a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-joins-letter-urging-biden-administration-to-enforce-iran-steel-sanctions Sen. Johnson Joins Letter Urging Biden Administration to Enforce Iran Steel Sanctions 2023-12-05 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.), and 29 of their Senate GOP colleagues, in sending a letter to President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, urging the Administration to enforce existing sanctions on Iranian steel. In the letter, the senators express the importance of “proactively and continuously” enforcing sanctions and the detrimental consequences of ineffective—or willfully negligent—enforcement. Iran is one of the largest steel producing countries in the world, with the industry generating significant export revenue. “In 2020, the United States sanctioned Iran’s metals industries and steel producers, massively impacting their exports in 2021. The enforcement of these sanctions decreased Iranian steel exports from 9 million metric tons in 2020 to 4.2 million tons in 2021,” wrote the senators. “However, Iranian steel exports rebounded to 10 million tons in 2022. This correlates to the United States reengaging with Iran to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), along with a decrease in enforcement of existing sanctions by the Treasury Department.” The senators warned relaxed sanctions enforcement only fuels the ability of Iranian-backed proxies to continue to fund and carry out terrorist attacks that further destabilize the region. “In this instance, relaxing sanctions enforcement resulted in economic enrichment for the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism,” the senators continued. “We urge your Administration to enforce all Iran-related sanctions at your disposal, to include secondary sanctions on other countries who seek economic engagement with Iran. We owe it to the innocent children, women, and men who were savagely beaten, raped, tortured, and killed on October 7, 2023.” Sens. Johnson and Britt were joined on this letter by Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho.), Senate Intelligence Committe… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-backs-wisconsins-application-for-federal-funding-to-replace-the-blatnik-bridge Senator Baldwin Backs Wisconsin’s Application for Federal Funding to Replace the Blatnik Bridge 2023-12-04 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) continues to call on the Biden Administration to replace the John A. Blatnik Bridge and announced her support for Wisconsin and Minnesota’s latest application for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to rebuild the critical bridge connecting Superior, Wisconsin, and Duluth, Minnesota. “I voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to bring federal funding home to Wisconsin to repair our roads and replace outdated bridges—like the Blatnik Bridge,” said Senator Baldwin. “The bridge is a crucial link between Minnesota and Wisconsin, supporting our supply chain, commuters, and visitors. I am proud to support Wisconsin’s application for funding to replace the Blatnik Bridge and invest in our economy, safety, and future.” The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) applied for more than $1 billion in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Bridge Investment Program (BIP) to replace the deteriorating bridge. The Baldwin-supported Bipartisan Infrastructure Law made over $12.5 billion available through the USDOT’s BIP. President Biden visited the Blatnik Bridge in 2022, and touted that the $12.5 billion investment will help fix the most economically significant bridges in the country, like the Blatnik Bridge. This is the second federal grant jointly sought by the states of Wisconsin and Minnesota to replace this critical Midwest transportation structure. Earlier this year, Senator Baldwin voiced her support for Wisconsin’s federal grant application for more than $1 billion through the USDOT’s Multimodal Project Discretionary Grant (MPDG) program, also funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Since the MPDG grant submission in August, Senator Baldwin joined a bipartisan group of eight Minnesota and Wisconsin legislators urging President Biden to support Minnesota and Wisconsin’s application for federal funding to rebuild the Blatnik Bridge. The Blatnik Bridge is a vital connection between Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wiscons… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-brings-home-over-18-million-to-support-coastal-communities-in-wisconsin Senator Baldwin Brings Home Over $1.8 Million to Support Coastal Communities in Wisconsin 2023-12-04 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Baldwin announced over $1.8 million in funding to support coastal communities in building resilient infrastructure and reducing the impacts of climate change and extreme weather. "In Wisconsin, our fresh coasts are critical to our way of life, and with the increase in extreme weather events and climate change, we need to make sure our coastal communities have the tools and resources to protect themselves and adapt," said Senator Baldwin. "I am proud to bring home funding so our coastal communities can prepare and build resilience to our changing environment – helping keep our harbors open, waters clean, and communities open for business.” The funding for these projects comes from the National Coastal Resilience Fund, a program funded by the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. The National Coastal Resilience Fund is jointly administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. The following projects in Wisconsin will be funded under this announcement: The City of Port Washington was awarded $915,000 to identify nature-based solutions to mitigate Valley Creek’s unstable condition, while building ecosystem and community resiliency within an important Lake Michigan coastal tributary. Project will develop 60 percent designs for 1.8 miles of urban stream restoration, two culvert upgrades, daylighting of the 550-foot box culvert, and restoration of the estuary and floodplain wetland. The City of Green Bay was awarded $741,200 to develop a premium engineering design based on site evaluation, wave analysis, survey activities and other assessments to build resiliency along Renard Island, Fox River and Lower Green Bay. Project will result in 60 percent design to reduce flood risk and expand habitats, while allowing for waterfront public access and recreation. The Nature Conservancy was awarded $199,800 to support community-engaged, data driven planning to identify and prioritize nature-based proje… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/12/sen-johnson-to-department-of-defense-sec-austin-the-overall-lack-of-transparency-from-you-and-your-colleagues-on-covid-19-vaccine-safety-and-efficacy-is-appalling Sen. Johnson to Department of Defense Sec. Austin: “The Overall Lack of Transparency From You and Your Colleagues on COVID-19 Vaccine Safety and Efficacy Is Appalling.” 2023-12-04 2023 2023-12 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON –On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, sent a letter to Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Lloyd Austin regarding the Army’srecent letter to previously discharged service members who were involuntarily separated after refusing to comply with the mandatory COVID-19 vaccination order, allowing them to request a correction of their records and potentially apply to return to service. Sen. Johnson wrote, “Allowing service members torequestto correct their records or potentially apply to return to service falls well short of providing those brave men and women any kind of compensation resulting from their involuntary separation and a profound apology for upending their lives.” “If DOD wants to restore its credibility and trust among current and prospective service members, it needs to show that it is willing to be transparent and forthcoming regarding the safety of the COVID-19 vaccines,”Sen. Johnson continued. Sen. Johnson has previously described DOD’s credibility issues in hismultiple letters on data integrity issues in theDefense Medical Epidemiology Database (DMED). His office continues to receive reports from DOD whistleblowers indicating that adverse medical events are alarmingly persistent in DMED. For over two years, DOD has stonewalled the senator’s oversight work that could provide service members and their families much much-needed information about the health consequences of the vaccines. Last month, DOD admitted to Sen. Johnson that it had “identified an increased incidence of very rare conditions – myo/pericarditis – during COVID-19 vaccine introduction in 2021.” However, DOD attempted to downplay the significance of this by stating: “It is difficult to report precise numbers of adverse events following immunization since establishing a causal relationship between vaccination and a clinical diagnosis can be challenging. Nonetheless, the military has identified 80-90 cases of myo/pericarditis in Service members followi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases/fitzgerald-statement-overturning-burdensome-cfpb-rule Fitzgerald Statement on Overturning Burdensome CFPB Rule 2023-12-01 2023 2023-12 Republican House WI Scott Fitzgerald F000471 fitzgerald.house.gov fitzgerald https://fitzgerald.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass S.J.Res. 32. S.J.Res. 32 expresses Congress’s disapproval of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) burdensome and overly complex final rule implementing Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act. “I was proud to vote in support of S.J.Res. 32 today to safeguard small businesses’ ability to access affordable credit that supports and grows our economy,” said Rep. Fitzgerald. “To be clear, the rule that the CFPB proposed goes well beyond the agency’s authority. By overturning it, we would force the CFPB to better tailor the rule, to increase rather than decrease, small business lending, and protect against the release of their data.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5317 Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Expel Rep. George Santos 2023-12-01 2023 2023-12 Democrat House WI Gwen Moore M001160 gwenmoore.house.gov gwenmoore https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper “When a House resolution was introduced last month to expel Rep. George Santos, I noted that it was premature and ill-advised to pursue this effort before the Ethics Committee had completed its inquiry. The expulsion of a Member of Congress directly overturns the will of voters and must be reserved for the most severe and serious of matters. The current circumstances meet this standard. The Ethics report highlights egregious and illegal conduct by Rep. George Santos, showing he used congressional campaign funds as a personal piggy bank, peddled elaborate lies to deceive the voters of New York’s 3rd Congressional District, and defrauded congressional campaign supporters. The Investigative Subcommittee convened by the Ethics Committee found evidence that he broke federal law and House Rules. As the Ethics report details, ‘Representative Santos’ “omissions” are more than just embellishments intended to cover up his embarrassment about not having the academic pedigree he claimed; his missing disclosures hid his disreputable business dealings that coincided with his campaign for Congress.’ Following careful consideration, I voted to expel Rep. George Santos from the U.S. House of Representatives.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-delivers-over-38-million-to-improve-airports-in-wisconsin Senator Baldwin Delivers Over $38 Million to Improve Airports in Wisconsin 2023-12-01 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced airports across Wisconsin will receive over $38 million in federal funding for infrastructure upgrades – including investments in runways, taxiways, safety and sustainability projects, terminal upgrades, airport-transit connections, and roadway projects. The funding for these projects comes from Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Grants (AIG), a program funded by the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “Our Wisconsin airports are vital to our economy and way of life, connecting our communities, empowering tourism, and driving our local economies,” said Senator Baldwin. “Aging infrastructure can cause delays, jeopardize passenger safety, and negatively impact our economy and that is why I am thrilled to deliver this federal funding. These resources will help our airports across the state increase efficiency, improve safety, and ensure our airports can welcome new passengers for years to come.” In September, Senator Baldwin announced a similar investment of over $23.5 million in federal funding from the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) awarded to Appleton International, Dane County Regional, and Rhinelander-Oneida County airports, as well as the Wisconsin State Block Grant Program. Through AIG, the following airports will receive funding: Northern Region: $5.5 Million Langlade County Airport, Antigo, $144,000 John F Kennedy Memorial Airport, Ashland, $144,000 Cable Union Airport, Cable, $113,000 Crandon/Steve Conway Municipal Airport, Crandon, $113,000 Eagle River Union Airport, Eagle River, $144,000 Sawyer County Airport, Hayward, $144,000 Major Gilbert Field Airport, La Pointe, $113,000 Rusk County Airport, Ladysmith, $144,000 Kings Land O' Lakes Airport, Land O'Lakes, $113,000 Manitowish Waters Airport, Manitowish Waters, $144,000 Marshfield Municipal Airport, Marshfield, $113,000 Taylor County Airport, Medford, $113,000 Merrill Municipal Airport, Merrill, $144,000 Lakeland/Noble F Lee Memorial Field Airp… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-baldwin-murray-collins-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-prevent-opioid-fentanyl-and-substance-use-disorder-for-pregnant-and-postpartum-women Senators Baldwin, Murray, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Opioid, Fentanyl, and Substance Use Disorder for Pregnant and Postpartum Women 2023-12-01 2023 2023-12 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Patty Murray (D-WA) to introduce a bipartisan bill to reauthorize critical research and prevention efforts for expectant and new mothers battling substance use disorder. The bipartisan legislation, the Promoting Maternal and Child Health Through Substance Use Prevention Act, was initially established in 2018 as part of the Substance Use Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities (SUPPORT) Act, a comprehensive package to help address the root causes and ripple effects of the opioid crisis. “The fentanyl and opioid crisis continues to devastate communities across the country and sadly, expectant mothers and their newborn babies are not spared. We can and must do more to ensure that every American struggling with substance use disorder has access to the treatment and resources they need to get better, and that is especially true for pregnant women and new mothers,” said Senator Baldwin. “I am proud to lead this bipartisan legislation to help identify the root causes of this crisis, better prevent substance use in prenatal and postpartum women, and ensure that every baby can get the strong start they deserve.” The legislation the Senators introduced today would extend for five years the portion of the SUPPORT Act that authorizes programs carried out by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to research and prevent substance use disorder among pregnant and postpartum women. These CDC programs support data collection on prenatal substance abuse and misuse, research on prenatal and postnatal substance use prevention, evaluation of treatment and cessation efforts, and public outreach and education efforts. Senator Baldwin has led the charge to deliver more resources for Wisconsinites struggling with substance use disorder. Her FEND Off Fentanyl Act was included in the Senate-passed FY24 National Defense Authorization Act, bipartisan legislation that would combat o… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z
https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5316 Congresswoman Gwen Moore Praises Biden Administration Effort to Remove Lead Pipes in 10 Years 2023-11-30 2023 2023-11 Democrat House WI Gwen Moore M001160 gwenmoore.house.gov gwenmoore https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed an updated lead and copper rule that will support the removal of America’s lead pipes in ten years. The rule would also impose stricter standards on utilities, lower the level at which water utilities must take certain actions to address lead in water, require utilities to develop and maintain accurate inventories of where lead pipes are located, and require more robust water testing efforts and communication with consumers connected to a lead service line. “Lead is a neurotoxin that causes irreversible harm to children’s development. Thousands of children in Milwaukee test positive for elevated lead blood levels every year. The lead epidemic creates inequities for our children before they even have a chance to grow, which is why ending this crisis continues to be my top priority in Congress. While lead paint in housing remains the primary pathway that children get exposed to this neurotoxin, I applaud efforts to strengthen the decades old Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) as part of a comprehensive approach to address this public health threat in our communities. I have long called for a robust update of the LCR, including a requirement for the replacement of all lead service lines. Since the beginning, President Biden has made eliminating all lead service pipes a key part of his agenda, and I am so thrilled that the Biden administration has now issued stronger regulations that will help accelerate the removal of all lead pipes in our communities and complement his efforts to provide additional funding to help municipalities, like Milwaukee, scale up their efforts to do so. I have been working to secure the federal monies to support the city of Milwaukee’s removal of lead pipes, and secure clean drinking water for all, including through the bipartisan infrastructure law, which provided much-needed dedicated funding to help remove lead pipes nationwide. We all must continue to work to end the threat posed by lead to our children and communities. While much more… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-pappas-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-improve-va-management Van Orden, Pappas Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve VA Management Accountability 2023-11-30 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Chairman of the Economic Opportunity Subcommittee of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, alongside Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), Ranking Member of the Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Subcommittee of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, introduced the Training Responsible And Informed National (TRAIN) VA Employees Act. This bipartisan legislation would help improve accountability at the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA) by establishing new management training for VA supervisors, management officials, and senior executives. “I am incredibly appreciative of all the great work Veterans’ Affairs does for our veterans and their families. It is important that we continue to do our due diligence to our veterans by ensuring VAs are operating at the highest standard possible,” said Congressman Van Orden. “I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing the TRAIN VA Employees Act to require regularly scheduled trainings for Veterans’ Affairs supervisors, which will strengthen VAs across the nation to best serve our veterans.” Quote from Congressman Pappas: “Additional management training for VA supervisors would improve their ability to support employees and address performance needs. I’m pleased to introduce this bipartisan bill with Congressman Van Orden which will strengthen workforce training for VA management and, as a result, improve services provided to veterans.” The TRAIN VA Employees Act would: Require VA to develop a mandatory training program for VA management within 1 year of enactment. The training would be mandatory for all current & future employees covered under the legislation. Require VA management to participate in the training every two years, which will focus on topics such as: Developing performance goals and objectives with employees; Effectively managing employees with unacceptable performance; and Training to understand disciplinary options and procedures available to supervisors, and more. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-delivers-13-million-for-wisconsin-farmers-distillers-and-processors-to-grow-their-businesses Senator Baldwin Delivers $1.3 Million for Wisconsin Farmers, Distillers, and Processors to Grow their Businesses 2023-11-30 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WISCONSIN – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that six Wisconsin rural businesses are receiving a total of nearly $1.3 million in funding to reach new customers and add value to their businesses through The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program. As then-chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee that oversees rural development, Senator Baldwin helped secure this funding through last year’s government funding process. “Wisconsin’s agricultural businesses are the beating heart of rural communities, and I am committed to ensuring they have the resources they need to grow for the future,” said Senator Baldwin. “These grants will help businesses all over the state create new products, get the word out about their businesses, and attract new customers so they can continue to grow, hire more workers, and invest in their communities.” The VAPG program helps agricultural producers enter value-added activities to generate new products, create and expand marketing opportunities, and increase producer income. VAPG funds can be used for activities and expenses related to producing and marketing a value-added agricultural product. Examples of how these funds can be used include conducting feasibility studies, developing business plans for processing and marketing the proposed value-added product, processing costs, or marketing and advertising expenses. The following Wisconsin businesses received USDA Value-Added Producer Grants: Northeastern Wisconsin LEDGEROCK DISTILLERY Fond du Lac County – $250,000 to process corn and wheat into high-end craft spirits including bourbon, whiskey, vodka, and gin. Funds will also be used for marketing. This project is estimated to increase their customer base by over 6,000 customers and increase revenue by more than $1.3 million. MAY HILL FARM Fond du Lac County –$49,960 to provide working capital to May Hill Farm LLC, a beginning farming operation, to process hogs into whole/half hogs, individual cuts, pork sausage products,… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-introduces-bill-to-ensure-billionaires-pay-their-fair-share-in-taxes Senator Baldwin Introduces Bill to Ensure Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share in Taxes 2023-11-30 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a group of her colleagues in introducing the Billionaires Income Tax Act, legislation to close loopholes in the tax code that let the wealthiest Americans avoid paying their fair share in taxes. "Plain and simple, the system is rigged to benefit the ultra-rich and it’s time we level the playing field,” said Senator Baldwin. “I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing legislation to finally make sure that billionaires at the top pay their fair share and bring some fairness to our tax system.” The Billionaires Income Tax Act would, for the first time, end one of the most prominent, legal ways that billionaires avoid paying taxes known as “buy, borrow, die.” Buy, borrow, die works as follows: Buy: A billionaire uses their wealth to buy assets that appreciate in value (real estate, stocks, artwork, collectibles). Borrow: The individual then borrows against that asset’s growing, untaxed value to fund their extravagant lifestyle, purchasing yachts, luxurious vacations, expensive art deals, and more. All the while, the assets continue to go up in value without paying a dime in tax. Die: When the individual dies, their assets are passed to their children or other beneficiaries, often entirely tax-free, and the cycle continues. The proposal would only apply to taxpayers with more than $1 billion in assets, or more than $100 million in income for three consecutive years. The legislation was led by U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) and also co-sponsored by Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Bob Casey (D-PA), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Brian Schatz (D-HI), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), John Fetterman (D-PA), Tina Smith (D-MN), Peter Welch (D-VT), Jack Reed (D-RI), and Ed Markey (D-MA). A one-pager of the legislation is available here and a section-by-section summary of the legislation is available here. Full text of the legislation is available here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/icymi-sen-johnson-joins-gop-lawmakers-in-press-conference-calling-for-any-ukraine-support-bill-to-be-contingent-on-securing-the-southern-border ICYMI: Sen. Johnson Joins GOP Lawmakers in Press Conference Calling for Any Ukraine Support Bill to be Contingent on Securing the Southern Border 2023-11-30 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper “We need to make any funds that go to Ukraine contingent on the administration actually reducing the number of migrants that are being dispersed in America” WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, joined U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Senate GOP colleagues, and members of the House Freedom Caucus (HFC) in a joint press conference calling for Ukraine funding to be contingent on actually securing the southern border. Sen. Johnson emphasized the clear and present danger that President Biden’s open border poses to America, and he urged Senate Republicans to deny cloture to any spending bill that does not include hard metrics for dramatically reducing the flow of illegal migrants. “Biden’s open border is a clear and present danger to America,” said Sen. Johnson. “And no matter what we pass legislatively, we can’t trust the president and his administration, to faithfully execute that law. So we have one leverage point here. The administration wants funding for Ukraine. We need to use that leverage point.” Watch the senator’s full remarks here. On the significance of House and Senate conservatives working together on spending issues “I want to thank all of our conservative House colleagues for trekking over here to the Senate. Not only today, but consistently over the last year, meeting with conservatives in the Senate, trying to resolve and fix some of these issues. I’ll point out, it’s those meetings that resulted in, for example, us getting through the whole debt ceiling crisis. You’ll remember it was the House Freedom Caucus that proposed a piece of legislation, and then compromised with the House colleagues and offered the Senate a pretty commonsense piece of legislation that again, got us past that. So, again, we’re trying to lead in this instance as well. Just real quick on this chart, before I put up the border chart, I keep playing with the numbers, I’m an accountant, and I thought this was pretty simple, pretty interest… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:33:57Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/sen-johnson-joins-colleagues-in-demanding-transparency-related-to-taxpayer-funded-voter-mobilization-plans Sen. Johnson Joins Colleagues in Demanding Transparency Related To Taxpayer-Funded Voter-Mobilization Plans 2023-11-30 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and 21 of their Senate GOP colleagues in sending a letter to President Biden reiterating concerns over the White House’s refusal to respond to the senators’ previous demands for transparency regarding Biden’s Executive Order 14019—which instructs federal agencies to engage in voter mobilization and submit to the White House a plan for doing so—and its potential violation of federal law prohibiting agencies from expending federal funds without congressional authorization. “We are concerned by your failure to respond to our previous inquiry on May 10, 2023, regarding Executive Order 14019 on ‘Promoting Access to Voting,'” the senators wrote. “This policy directive merits congressional oversight both as a general matter and under the Antideficiency Act. Accordingly, we write to reiterate our request for information regarding the implementation of this executive order, including copies of the plans submitted to the White House.” “Federal agencies should be focused on their defined missions in a nonpartisan manner, not using taxpayer funds for voter mobilization efforts with potentially partisan impacts,” the senators continued. “In other words, it’s not the job of the federal government to drive voter turnout.” In order to determine the voter mobilization and electioneering activities for which the Biden Administration is using taxpayer dollars, the senators once again request that the Biden administration provide the American people the following basic information: 1. Copies of all federal agency “strategic plans” required under the Order and a list of which agencies have not yet submitted a strategic plan; 2. The strategic plan required by the General Services Administration under the Order; 3. The recommendations provided by the Office of Personnel Management under the Order; and 4. All procedures established by the Attorney General under the Order. Sens. Johnson and Hagerty are joined on this letter by Senate R… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:33:57Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-sullivan-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-improve-response-to-harmful-algal-blooms Baldwin, Sullivan Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Response to Harmful Algal Blooms 2023-11-29 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Dan Sullivan (R-AL) introduced the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Amendments Act (HABHRCA) of 2023, a bipartisan bill to improve our response to harmful algal blooms that have the potential to threaten aquatic ecosystems, hurt local economies, and endanger public health. The legislation would reauthorize the HABHRCA of 1998 and improve monitoring, forecasting, prevention, and mitigation of harmful algal blooms (HABs) and hypoxia by requiring better coordination among task force agencies, and state and local entities, including Indian tribes. “Our Great Lakes and abundant fresh waters are among Wisconsin’s most valuable resources, supporting wildlife, our economy, and our way of life. I am proud to be a partner in protecting these critical ecosystems from harmful algal blooms that have the potential to endanger our Made in Wisconsin economy and public health,” said Senator Baldwin. “The critical support provided by this bipartisan legislation ensures that we can monitor algal bloom and hypoxia growth in our fresh waters, while preventing and mitigating their spread. I am proud to lead this legislation with Senator Sullivan to ensure generations to come can enjoy and benefit from the Great Lakes and Wisconsin’s inland waters.” Harmful algal blooms (HABs) have long been an issue across the Badger State, often caused by an overabundance of nutrients from fertilizer and stormwater runoff, but climate change is contributing to the acceleration of algae growth in Wisconsin and across the country. Warming waters and strong storms have created ideal conditions for toxic algal blooms as far north as Lake Superior, threatening outdoor recreation and hurting local economies. Additionally, HABs can reduce oxygen levels in the water in events called hypoxia, harming coastal ecosystems and posing health risks for coastal communities. HABs occur in all 50 states, in rivers, lakes, and coastal waters. The original HABHRCA was passed in 1998 and est… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/sen-johnson-announces-mobile-office-hours/6bb404f7-1a6c-4d38-af60-aacebd00ee0b Sen. Johnson Announces Mobile Office Hours 2023-11-28 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with a federal agency or other federal matters. Note: Staff-led mobile office hours are closed to press. Recording devices of any kind are not allowed. These restrictions are put in place for the privacy of our constituents. Vilas County Office Hours Friday, December 1 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. Eagle River City Hall 525 E. Maple St., Eagle River, WI 54521 Oneida County Office Hours Friday, December 1 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Rhinelander City Hall 135 S. Stevens St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 Lincoln County Office Hours Friday, December 1 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Merrill City Hall 1004 E. 1st St., Merrill, WI 54452 Marathon County Office Hours Friday, December 1 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Maine Village Hall 6111 N. 44th Ave., Wausau, WI 54401 Outagamie County Office Hours Wednesday, December 6 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Kimberly Public Library 515 W. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly, WI 54136 Calumet County Office Hours Wednesday, December 6 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Harrison Village Hall W5298 State Rd. 114, Harrison, WI 54952 Vernon County Office Hours Wednesday, December 6 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Readstown Village Office 116 N. 4th St., Readstown, WI 54652 Lafayette County Office Hours Thursday, December 7 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Belmont Village Office 222 S. Mound Ave., Belmont, WI 53510 Iowa County Office Hours Thursday, December 7 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Highland Village Office 530 Main St., Highland, WI 53543 Crawford County Office Hours Friday, December 8 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Prairie du Chien City Hall 214 E. Blackhawk Ave., Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-blasts-decision-to-allow-canadas-unfair-dairy-trade-practices-to-stand-hurting-wisconsin-farmers Baldwin Blasts Decision to Allow Canada’s Unfair Dairy Trade Practices to Stand, Hurting Wisconsin Farmers 2023-11-27 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after a trade dispute panel established under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ruled in Canada’s favor and against Wisconsin dairy farmers and producers. The ruling delivered late last week rejected a complaint that Canada has overly restricted U.S. dairy imports and violated USMCA obligations. “Wisconsin dairy farmers work hard every day to bring world class products to market, and they deserve a level playing field with their global competitors. This decision flies in the face of the agreement our country made with Canada and puts our Made in Wisconsin dairy products at a disadvantage,” said Senator Baldwin. “This decision should have resulted in necessary improvements for market access for American dairy products in Canada, but instead sets a disturbing precedent that weakens the ability to use USMCA to push back against trade violations moving forward.” The dispute settlement mechanism included in USMCA is intended to bring resolutions to trade disputes quickly and fairly. Last year, a dispute settlement panel brought under USMCA found that Canada was reserving its dairy tariff-rate quota (TRQ) for the exclusive use of Canadian processors, in violation of commitments to dairy market access under USMCA. Despite the ruling, Canada did not make the necessary reforms to its TRQ procedures. In January, Senator Baldwin called for a second dispute settlement panel on the subject of Canada’s failed implementation of the changes required by the first ruling. A second panel was launched and found late last week that Canada’s measures do not breach the USMCA commitments. Since the USMCA went into effect, Senator Baldwin has pushed both then-President Trump and President Biden to enforce USMCA dairy provisions. The United States is a global leader in dairy production and safeguarding access to international markets is paramount in maintaining such status. The dairy industry in Wisconsin alone supports over 1… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-demands-answers-from-president-biden-for-allowing-iran-access-to-an-additional-10-billion Steil Demands Answers from President Biden for Allowing Iran Access to an Additional $10 Billion 2023-11-22 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Bryan Steil S001213 steil.house.gov steil https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C.- Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today demanded answers from President Biden as to why his administration allowed Iran access to an additional $10 billion worth of previously restricted funds. The timing of the sanctions waiver is especially concerning due to the recent attacks on U.S. military bases in the Middle East by Iranian-backed terrorist proxies and the current war between Hamas and Israel. Rep. Steil is urging President Biden to reverse his administration's misguided decision to allow the largest state-sponsor of terrorism access to more funds. Rep. Steil’s letter follows introduction of the End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act (H.R. 6632), which passedthe House Financial Services Committee last week. This legislation will disrupt the ability of Hamas to fund terrorism and violence. It will also make it harder for state sponsors of terrorism, like Iran, to abuse International Monetary Fund (IMF) resources to finance terrorist organizations, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Hezbollah. Below are excerpts and highlights from the letter: “As you know, your administration re-issued a sanctions waiver allowing Tehran to access up to $10 billion worth of restricted funds. In addition to permitting Iraq to continue to import Iranian electricity and pay for this trade for another 120 days, the new waiver permits the conversion of the frozen funds into euros. This deviates materially from standard practice before 2023. I am gravely concerned that this expanded access will support more violence against Israel, the U.S., and our allies. “The timing of this waiver is exceptionally alarming. Iran has financed Hamas and other regional proxies, and reports indicate Iran’s continued investment in nuclear, missile, and drone programs. While I understand that Iraq has long had issues with its electricity supply, I still find your administration’s stated justification for this $10 billion waiver to be insufficient. Iran is the world’s foremost state sponsor of terr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/sen-johnson-announces-mobile-office-hours/cb5ae11b-c8bd-478f-a767-af987a6dbdec Sen. Johnson Announces Mobile Office Hours 2023-11-22 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with a federal agency or other federal matters. Note: Staff-led mobile office hours are closed to press. Recording devices of any kind are not allowed. These restrictions are put in place for the privacy of our constituents. Taylor County Office Hours Thursday, November 30 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Stetsonville Community Room 105 N. Gershwin St., Stetsonville, WI 54480 Price County Office Hours Thursday, November 30 1: 00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Park Falls City Hall 400 4th Ave. S., Park Falls, WI 54552 Iron County Office Hours Thursday, November 30 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Iron County Courthouse, County Board Room 300 Taconite St., Hurley, WI 54534 Vilas County Office Hours Friday, December 1 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Eagle River City Hall 525 E. Maple St., Eagle River, WI 54521 Oneida County Office Hours Friday, December 1 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Rhinelander City Hall 135 S. Stevens St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 Lincoln County Office Hours Friday, December 1 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Merrill City Hall 1004 E. 1st St., Merrill, WI 54452 Marathon County Office Hours Friday, December 1 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Maine Village Hall 6111 N. 44th Ave., Wausau, WI 54401 ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-pushes-to-crack-down-on-big-oil-mergers-and-prevent-price-hikes-at-pump-for-wisconsinites Baldwin Pushes to Crack Down on Big Oil Mergers and Prevent Price Hikes at Pump for Wisconsinites 2023-11-21 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of Thanksgiving and increased travel, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined her colleagues in pushing the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate and crack down on Big Oil mergers that greatly reduce competition and drive up gas prices at the pump for Wisconsin families. The letter to FTC Chair Lina Khan urges the FTC to closely review two newly-proposed mergers by the two largest oil companies in the United States. ExxonMobil’s proposed $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources and Chevron’s proposed $53 billion acquisition of Hess Corporation are two of the largest petroleum deals in American history. “Exxon’s and Chevron’s operations downstream would enable them to redirect Pioneer’s and Hess’s crude supply to themselves, away from (and possibly to the detriment of) their midstream competitors,” wrote the Senators. “These new market dynamics could result in price hikes for midstream customers, and such added costs are often passed downstream to retail customers, including drivers at gas stations.” Americans have felt the negative effects of unchecked Big Oil mergers for decades. A wave of nearly 3,000 mergers in the 1990s caused the number of major American energy companies to plummet, creating a Big Oil oligopoly in which oil companies have continued to see increasing profits, and consumers are left with higher gas prices. “By 2005, due to the wave of mergers, the top five controlled 55 percent of the market, and the largest ten had 81.4 percent. This increase in concentration enabled the largest players to manipulate the industry by withholding supply in order to drive up prices, and since most of the firms were also vertically integrated, they benefited from higher prices at the retail level, as well,” the senators continued. Senator Baldwin has pushed to hold Big Oil accountable and keep prices at the pump down for Wisconsin families. Earlier this year, she introduced legislation to crack down on Big Oil price gouging by clawing back windfall profits from t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-kaine-van-hollen-lead-colleagues-in-calling-for-immediate-steps-to-deliver-humanitarian-aid-to-gaza-and-protect-civilians Baldwin, Kaine, Van Hollen Lead Colleagues in Calling for Immediate Steps to Deliver Humanitarian Aid to Gaza and Protect Civilians 2023-11-20 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) led their colleagues in urging President Biden to work with Israel and international partners to implement a plan that will protect innocent civilian life in Gaza, deliver sustained humanitarian aid, and work toward the long term goals of ending Hamas’s threat, bringing hostages home, and achieving sustainable peace in the region through a two-state solution. In the letter to President Biden, the senators call for the protection of civilians and civilian sites, the opening of the Kerem Shalom border crossing, and access to prompt medical attention for civilians injured to help address the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. “As you and your administration work with Israel and international partners to secure the release of hostages and respond to the terror attack on Israel, we join you in your urgent call for humanitarian assistance for Palestinian civilians in Gaza. We encourage you to work with international partners to achieve expeditious implementation of a plan for sustained humanitarian aid in Gaza. We hope you’ll join us in encouraging our ally Israel to take immediate steps to help provide critical humanitarian aid to the innocent civilians in Gaza, including re-opening the Kerem Shalom border crossing to allow life-saving water, food, and fuel to reach vulnerable civilians,” the senators wrote. The senators continued, “We are concerned that increased and prolonged suffering in Gaza is not only intolerable for Palestinian civilians there but will also negatively impact the security of Israeli civilians by exacerbating existing tensions and eroding regional alliances. The senators concluded, “This conflict will not be solved by force alone. Preservation of and respect for innocent life is both morally right and the best hope for a long-term strategy to accomplish security, stability, and peace in the region.” In addition to Senators Baldwin, Kaine, and Van Hollen, Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL), B… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-statement-2023-va-veteran-suicide-prevention-annual-report Van Orden Statement on 2023 VA Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report 2023-11-17 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after the release of Department of Veterans’ Affairs 2023 Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report: “The findings in the VA’s 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Report are deeply troubling. I have lost many friends and teammates to suicide, and this report emphasizes that there needs to be a change in how we address mental health challenges among veterans. Our veterans need to know they do not have to fight their battles in silence, which is why I am incredibly proud to have my Warrior Call Resolution pass the House. Checking in with the veteran in your life, asking how they are doing, and having an open conversation with them is sometimes what they need – they have to know that there are people in their life who care and are there to support them.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-calls-on-biden-to-address-fentanyl-trafficking-at-the-border-during-meeting-with-president-of-mexico Baldwin Calls on Biden to Address Fentanyl Trafficking at the Border During Meeting with President of Mexico 2023-11-17 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C – Ahead of President Biden’s meeting with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on President Biden to address the flow of fentanyl being trafficked into the United States through the Southwest border and highlight the deadly impact it is having in the United States. Between 2019 and 2021, fentanyl overdose deaths in Wisconsin grew by 97%, and in 2022, nearly 1,400 Badger State families lost a loved one to opioid overdose or poisoning. “To save lives in Wisconsin, we must stop illicit fentanyl at its source. While cartels appear to be feeling the pressure of U.S. sanctions and law enforcement, Wisconsin families and law enforcement should not be forced to shoulder the burden of Mexico’s failure to prevent illicit fentanyl production and trafficking within its own borders,” wrote Senator Baldwin in a letter to President Biden. Senator Baldwin has long worked to both increase opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts and disrupt the flow of fentanyl into the country and communities. Senator Baldwin’s FEND Off Fentanyl Act was included in the Senate-passed FY24 National Defense Authorization Act, bipartisan legislation that would combat our country’s fentanyl crisis by targeting the illicit fentanyl supply chain, including chemical suppliers in China and cartels that traffic the drugs from Mexico. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Senator Baldwin is working to fulfill the Administration’s domestic and national security supplemental requests that include necessary investments to both disrupt fentanyl trafficking and help those struggling with substance use disorder. As Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, Senator Baldwin also advanced funding legislation for Fiscal Year 2024 that includes an additional $20 million for State Opioid Response grants to help communities with prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts. “While these measures and investment… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/sen-johnson-announces-mobile-office-hours Sen. Johnson Announces Mobile Office Hours 2023-11-17 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with a federal agency or other federal matters. Note: Staff-led mobile office hours are closed to press. Recording devices of any kind are not allowed. These restrictions are put in place for the privacy of our constituents. Kewaunee County Office Hours Wednesday, November 22 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Algoma City Hall 416 Fremont St., Algoma, WI 54201 Door County Office Hours Wednesday, November 22 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Egg Harbor Village Hall 7860 WI-42, Egg Harbor, WI 54209 Eau Claire County Office Hours Monday, November 27 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Eau Claire County Highway Department 5061 US 53, Eau Claire, WI 54701 Chippewa County Office Hours Monday, November 27 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Chippewa Falls Public Library, Wissota Meeting Room 105 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 Dunn County Office Hours Monday, November 27 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Menomonie Public Library 600 Wolske Bay Rd., Menomonie, WI 54751 St. Croix County Office Hours Monday, November 27 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Star Prairie Community Center 207 Bridge Ave., Star Praire, WI 54026 Brown County Office Hours Thursday, November 30 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wrightstown Village Hall 352 High St., Wrightstown, WI 54180 Manitowoc County Office Hours Thursday, November 30 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Two Rivers City Hall 1717 E Park St., Two Rivers, WI 54241 ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/sen-johnson-joins-45-senators-to-demand-answers-over-biden-administration-s-unprecedented-pause-of-firearms-export-licenses Sen. Johnson Joins 45 Senators to Demand Answers Over Biden Administration’s Unprecedented Pause of Firearms Export Licenses 2023-11-17 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and 44 of their Republican Senate colleagues in a letter to Department of Commerce (DOC) Secretary, Gina Raimondo, raising questions over last month’s decision by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to impose a 90-day pause on the issuance of export licenses for firearms, ammunition, and certain accessories to most overseas markets. This unprecedented move is the latest chapter in the Biden administration’s hostility towards America’s firearms industry. The letter notes the impact this pause could have on U.S. commercial and economic interests, which, according to the firearms and ammunition industry, would directly cost at least $89 million for the 90-day pause and at least $238 million annually should the pause become permanent. The senators are demanding a response to their inquiry by no later than November 30. Joining Sens. Johnson and Budd are Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Minority Whip John Thune (R-S.D.), and Senators John Barrasso, M.D. (R-Wyo.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W. Va.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Jim Risch (R-Ind.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), John Kennedy (R-La.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Rand Paul, M.D. (R-Ky.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), and Todd Young (R-Ind… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pocan-applauds-1106-million-fta-investment-madison Pocan Applauds $110.6 Million FTA Investment in Madison 2023-11-16 2023 2023-11 Democrat House WI Mark Pocan P000607 pocan.house.gov pocan https://pocan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement following the announcement from the Federal Transit Administration that the city of Madison will receive a $110.6 million grant for the Metro Rapid Route A bus rapid transit (BRT) line. This project is a 15-mile BRT line running east-west through downtown and the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus and includes 31 stations and 46 60-foot articulated battery electric buses. “This incredible funding is thanks to the Infrastructure Law I voted for and President Biden signed two years ago this week. It will drive significant economic growth from downtown Madison all the way to the suburbs while keeping cars off the road and cleaning our air. Thank you to the Federal Transit Administration, Secretary Buttigieg, and President Biden for investing in Madison.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-bill-to-connect-veterans-with-earned-benefits-passes-the-senate-with-unanimous-bipartisan-support Baldwin Bill to Connect Veterans with Earned Benefits Passes the Senate with Unanimous Bipartisan Support 2023-11-16 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday evening, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Dan Sullivan’s (R-AK) Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act passed the U.S. Senate unanimously. Baldwin’s bipartisan legislation would expand and support Tribal Veterans Service Officers and County Veterans Service Officers (CVSO), the community-based employees who work directly with veterans to inform them of eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs and services, file pension and compensation claims, and help them enroll in job, housing, disability, and education benefits. CVSOs play an outsized role in helping veterans in rural, native, and other hard to reach communities connect with VA services. “Our veterans have sacrificed so much to serve their country and we owe it to them to make it as easy as possible to access the benefits they’ve earned,” said Senator Baldwin. “I am proud my bipartisan legislation to help our veterans access their hard-earned benefits is moving forward so we can do right by those who served us.” “Less than half of Alaska’s more than 75,000 veterans are currently enrolled in the VA system, meaning a majority are not accessing the benefits and health care services that they have earned, including those struggling with mental illness,” said Senator Sullivan. “That is unacceptable. Alaska’s vast size and sparse population certainly contribute to this challenge, but local partners and veteran service officers present an opportunity to reach these off-the-grid veterans. I’m grateful that the Senate passed the Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act, introduced by Senator Baldwin and me. This legislation will reinforce the VA’s mission to expand its reach and ensure veterans who live in rural, frontier states—like Alaska—do not get left behind.” Out of the estimated 19 million veterans in the United States, only a small fraction utilizes the care and benefits they are entitled to. While CVSOs work tirelessly to connect veterans with their federal benefits, they currently recei… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-supports-bipartisan-bill-to-cut-insulin-costs-for-millions-more-americans Senator Baldwin Supports Bipartisan Bill to Cut Insulin Costs for Millions More Americans 2023-11-16 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in supporting legislation to comprehensively address the skyrocketing costs of insulin and lower prices for Wisconsinites. The Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now (INSULIN) Act of 2023 would remove barriers to care, limit out of pocket costs for patients, and make insulin more accessible for millions of Americans. “Americans should not have to choose between putting food on the table and the lifesaving medications they need to stay healthy. This bill builds on the historic gains we’ve made in capping the cost of insulin for seniors by lowering the out-of-pocket costs for all Wisconsinites living with diabetes,” said Senator Baldwin. “I’m proud to work with Republicans and Democrats to lower the price of insulin and give families some much needed relief.” A new report from the American Diabetes Association that shows the cost of diabetes in America, including the cost of insulin, continues to skyrocket for patients and the federal government. More than 37 million Americans live with diabetes, including over 400,000 Wisconsinites. The disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, claiming over 100,000 lives in 2021. It is also the most expensive chronic condition in the nation, costing Americans a combined total of $412.9 billion per year. The rising cost of insulin presents a barrier to care for a growing number of Americans living with diabetes; 1 in 4 individuals report reducing insulin use due to cost. The INSULIN Act would directly address the root problems in the insulin market causing high list prices, while simultaneously extending vital patient protections, fostering competition, and broadening access to needed insulin products. Specifically, the INSULIN Act of 2023 would: Limit out-of-pocket costs for patients with diabetes by ensuring that group and individual market health plans must waive any deductible and limit cost-sharing to no more than $35 or 25% of li… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/sen-johnson-to-hhs-sec-becerra-and-inspector-general-grimm-niaid-official-s-actions-may-have-directly-obstructed-my-oversight-efforts Sen. Johnson to HHS Sec. Becerra and Inspector General Grimm: NIAID Official’s Actions May Have Directly Obstructed My Oversight Efforts 2023-11-16 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, sent letters to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Sec. Xavier Becerra and HHS Inspector General Christi Grimm revealing a recently obtained email apparently showing a concerted effort led by Dr. David Morens, a senior scientific advisor at the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), to circumvent federal record keeping laws and avoid producing responsive documents to congressional requests including the senator’s own request from June 2021. In the letters, the senator included the text of Dr. Morens’ June 17, 2021 email that he sent from his Gmail account to ten individuals he referred to as his American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene (ASTMH) “colleagues.” In that email with the subject line, “CONFIDENTIAL WITHIN OUR SMALL GROUP, PLEASE,” Dr. Morens attached a June 11, 2021 letter Sen. Johnson and four other senators sent to Sec. Becerra and then-National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Francis Collins requesting documents related to the origins of COVID-19. Dr. Morens, who at the time reported to Dr. Anthony Fauci, summarized the requests relating to COVID-19 origins, and then informed his colleagues he has retained “very few” records on “these matters” and reiterated his preference that “correspondence on sensitive issues be sent to [him] at [his] gmail [sic] address[.]” Dr. Morens’ complete email is copied below: Sen. Johnson wrote, “it appears that Dr. Morens may have intentionally deleted or destroyed records relating to the origins of COVID-19 given his admission that he has ‘retained very few emails or documents on these matters.’ Further, Dr. Morens’ stated preference to receive correspondence on ‘sensitive issues’ through Gmail shows an apparent evasion of federal record keeping requirements and a complete disregard for transparency.” The senator added, “Dr. Morens’ apparent actions may have directly obstructed my oversight efforts.… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-pettersen-s-bill-to-cut-off-iran-s-ability-to-fund-hamas-advances-through-house-financial-services-committee Steil, Pettersen’s Bill to Cut Off Iran’s Ability to Fund Hamas Advances Through House Financial Services Committee 2023-11-15 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Bryan Steil S001213 steil.house.gov steil https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. (November 15, 2023) - Yesterday, the House Financial Services Committee passed Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen’s (CO-07) the End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act (H.R. 6632). This legislation will disrupt the ability of Hamas to fund terrorism and violence. It will also make it harder for state sponsors of terrorism, like Iran, to abuse International Monetary Fund (IMF) resources to finance terrorist organizations, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Hezbollah. "Iran has a central role in funding Hamas and other terrorist groups that seek to destroy Israel, kill Jews, and attack American personnel throughout the region. This underscores the urgent need to use every financial tool in our box to deny the largest state sponsor of terrorism revenue,” said Steil. “This bill will weaken Iran's ability to continue to fund violent extremists like Hamas and Hezbollah and ensure atrocities like what we witnessed on October 7 never happen again.” The End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act prohibits the U.S. Treasury Department from using the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) to exchange Special Drawing Rights (SDR) with or to benefit a state sponsor of terrorism. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to work with the Group of Seven (G7) to develop a strategy to ensure Hamas is incapable of financing armed hostilities against Israel. "We know that Iran is facilitating terrorism, including the Hamas organization that launched a ruthless attack against Israel and continues to perpetuate unspeakably brutal attacks against innocent civilians, both Israeli and Palestinian. This bipartisan legislation sends a clear message that we will not tolerate the financing of terrorism, particularly by state sponsors like Iran,” said Pettersen. “We must crack down on these financing schemes and this bill is an important step to keep funding from international financial institutions out of the wrong hands.” … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tiffany-votes-against-status-quo-spending-measure Rep. Tiffany Votes Against “Status Quo” Spending Measure 2023-11-15 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 6363. “I did not come to Congress to continue the failed status quo of excessive spending. Credit rating agencies are warning that America is in financial trouble – it’s time for Washington to wake up and start making the same kind of tough choices Wisconsin families and small businesses have to make every single day.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-backed-infrastructure-law-delivers-over-56-billion-for-wisconsin-in-first-two-years Baldwin-Backed Infrastructure Law Delivers Over $5.6 Billion for Wisconsin In First Two Years 2023-11-15 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement celebrating the two-year anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), which has delivered over $5.6 billion in funding for Wisconsin roads, bridges, broadband, water infrastructure, and more. “Two years ago, Republicans and Democrats came together to make an investment in Wisconsin and our nation’s future. Whether it be replacing lead pipes to keep kids healthy, repaving roads and replacing crumbling bridges to keep our economy moving forward, or connecting more Wisconsinites to high-speed internet, it is clear that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering for Wisconsin families and businesses,” said Senator Baldwin. “I am proud to see my strong Buy America provisions ensuring that this investment in America’s infrastructure is also investing in American businesses and workers. In just the first two years, communities from Bayfield to Beloit are reaping the benefits of these investments, and I remain committed to ensuring the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to work for Wisconsin and puts Wisconsinites to work.” Senator Baldwin championed strong Buy America provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, requiring that key manufactured products for materials used in roads, bridges, broadband, and water infrastructure, be manufactured in the United States, supporting American jobs, businesses, and workers. In August, Senator Baldwin helped announce that Sanmina in Kenosha County is bringing up to 200 manufacturing jobs to Wisconsin to produce key components that expand access to broadband, in part because of the Buy America standards in the BIL. The $5.6 billion in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for Wisconsin that Senator Baldwin helped secure is headed to over 327 specific projects. In the coming years, Wisconsin can expect to see additional investments. Information on and examples of investments in Wisconsin’s roads, bridges, broadband, and water infrastructure can be found below: Saf… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-votes-to-keep-government-open-avoid-devastating-impacts-for-wisconsin-families-and-economy Senator Baldwin Votes to Keep Government Open, Avoid Devastating Impacts for Wisconsin Families and Economy 2023-11-15 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin released the following statement after voting to avoid a government shutdown: “Today, we passed a bipartisan package to fund the government into next year, avoiding an unnecessary shutdown which would have threatened our economy and Americans’ safety. Playing politics and shutting down the government would have had devastating impacts for Wisconsin, cutting off critical support for our troops and law enforcement, pausing funding for nutrition programs that children and families rely on, and hurting our small businesses just before Thanksgiving. This compromise also extends critical programs that help power our agricultural communities and support Wisconsin dairy farmers, agricultural research, and biofuel producers. As we work to fund the government for the coming year, I remain committed to working in a bipartisan fashion to deliver support for Wisconsin families, farmers, and businesses, while also keeping up the fight to deliver additional aid to our allies abroad like Israel and Ukraine, humanitarian aid to those in need, resources to strengthen our border, and funding to address the child care crisis and fentanyl epidemic.” In addition to continuing to fund the government into early 2024, the legislation also extended Farm Bill programs until September 30, 2024, giving Congress additional time to continue negotiating a new long-term Farm Bill. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/icymi-sen-johnson-joins-house-of-representatives-panel-on-injuries-caused-by-covid-19-vaccines ICYMI: Sen. Johnson Joins House of Representatives Panel on Injuries Caused by COVID-19 Vaccines 2023-11-15 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), and seven of her House GOP colleagues, in a hearing titled Injuries Caused by COVID-19 Vaccines which explored potential links between COVID-19 vaccination and adverse events including myocarditis, pericarditis, blood clots, neurological damage, cardiac arrest, miscarriages, fertility issues, and more. The panel heard witness testimony on vaccine adverse events from medical experts Dr. Robert Malone and Dr. Kimberly Biss and also heard from attorney Thomas Renz who represented Department of Defense (DOD) whistleblowers who revealed increases in medical diagnoses among service members registered in a DOD database. The senator discussed how U.S. public health agencies, including DOD, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), lack transparency regarding the COVID-19 vaccines and have failed to provide complete responses to many of the 60 public oversight letters the senator has sent. The senator also displayed his censored drug adverse event comparison chart showing the worldwide totals of about 1.6 million adverse events and 36,501 deaths associated with the COVID-19 vaccines. Sen. Johnson has held four roundtable (May 6, 2020, January 24, 2022, August 3, 2022, and December 7, 2022) events on COVID-19 early treatment and vaccine safety with world-renowned doctors and medical experts since May 2020. Sen. Johnson’s panel remarks can be found here. Excerpts can be found below: Opening remarks on federal health agency oversight and COVID-19 vaccine adverse events Sen. Johnson: “I put on our first event in June of 2021 in Milwaukee to just allow five vaccine-injured individuals to tell their story. My hope was that the media would show some ounce of sympathy for their plight. That didn't happen. I've held a number of other public events like you're doing here today and always the focu… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2023/11/sen-johnson-joins-sen-peters-in-bipartisan-legislation-recognizing-the-service-of-hmong-veterans-during-vietnam-war Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Peters in Bipartisan Legislation Recognizing the Service of Hmong Veterans During Vietnam War 2023-11-15 2023 2023-11 Republican Senate WI Ron Johnson J000293 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov ronjohnson https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) in introducing bipartisan legislation—the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act—to recognize the distinguished service of the Hmong veterans who served alongside American troops in the Vietnam War by awarding them a Congressional Gold Medal. As the Vietnam War spread south and west into Laos, the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) recruited and trained Hmong men to help American troops fight back against the communist North Vietnamese and Pathet Lao. At great risk to the safety of themselves and their families, Hmong soldiers fought the ground war, flew combat missions, gathered intelligence on North Vietnamese troop movements, interrupted the Ho-Chi-Min Supply Trail, and rescued American pilots downed behind enemy lines. The Hmong people suffered heavy casualties, and their soldiers died at a rate ten times as high as that of American soldiers in Vietnam. “I’m happy to lead with Senator Peters to ensure the Hmong people get the recognition they deserve for their dedication to the fight against communism,” Sen. Johnson said. “Wisconsin is proud to be home to so many brave individuals who are dedicated to liberty and freedom and opposed to government tyranny.” Following the war, many Hmong were displaced from their villages as they were either bombed or burned down by the North Vietnamese and over 150,000 Hmong fled Laos when the nation fell to communist forces in 1975. Due to their ties with the American military, many Hmong came to the United States as refugees to start a new life. Over the ensuing decades, Hmong populations and their traditions have become engrained in communities in Wisconsin and across the United States. Currently, there are over 327,000 Hmong living in the United States, including approximately 58,000 in Wisconsin. Sens. Johnson and Peters are joined on this legislation by Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.). ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5311 Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Avoid a Government Shutdown 2023-11-14 2023 2023-11 Democrat House WI Gwen Moore M001160 gwenmoore.house.gov gwenmoore https://gwenmoore.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Today, Congresswoman Moore voted to prevent another GOP-led government shutdown. In response, she released the following statement: “We didn’t need to be here. Yet, MAGA House Republicans’ ongoing chaos and incompetence has brought us to the brink of another potential government shutdown. It’s clear they are uninterested in governing. House Republicans reneged on the debt ceiling funding deal reached earlier this year with the White House and Senate. Then, they wasted three weeks trying to find a new Speaker after deposing Rep. McCarthy for helping prevent a devastating government shutdown. Now, they are wasting the last few weeks pushing extreme, unworkable appropriations bills when they could have been working with Democrats and the White House to finalize fiscal year 2024 funding. These efforts would have avoided the need for another temporary funding measure. I resent that Republicans brought this new gimmicky continuing resolution to the House Floor, instead of working toward a long-term solution: passing full appropriations bills with bipartisan consensus. Today, I voted to avoid a government shutdown. This legislation ensures that the American people who rely on critical government services can continue to receive them, while ensuring that millions of dedicated federal workers and our selfless military service members are paid. If House Republicans are serious about governing, they must work with Democrats. We need a real commitment from GOP House leaders to work with us to finalize fiscal year 2024 funding bills – not political gimmicks and Republican messaging bills. In May, House Democrats helped save America from a catastrophic GOP-led debt default. At the end of September, when the government was at risk of shutdown, House Democrats governed responsibly and voted to fund the government. And again today, with another GOP-initiated shutdown looming, House Democrats will be the adults in the room even though we were not invited to the table. I, along with my other Democratic colleagues, are ready to… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-orden-supports-government-funding-measure Van Orden Supports Government Funding Measure 2023-11-14 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) voted to pass H.R. 6363 – Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act. “When I voted to keep the government open in September, I vowed to work with my colleagues in good faith to find a path forward to responsibly fund our government while supporting the needs of my constituents,” said Rep. Van Orden. “Unfortunately, many of my colleagues did not make such a pledge and instead decided to further delay the appropriations process, forcing the House to remain in gridlock.” “So, once again, today, I voted to keep our government open and support our farmers, veterans, and troops. We must cut wasteful spending in Washington. Passing this funding extension bill will give Congress the time to do so while maintaining the operation of our government.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffanys-resolution-end-one-china-policy-expand-diplomatic-economic-ties Tiffany’s Resolution to End “One China Policy,” Expand Diplomatic, Economic Ties with Taiwan Reaches Important Milestone 2023-11-13 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Aresolution that Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) introduced to resume formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan and end the outdated, counter-productive, and dishonest “One China Policy” now has the support of 50 House Republicans. This milestone shows the growing support in Congress to recognize Taiwan as a free, democratic, and independent country. “It is long past time for U.S. policy to reflect the objective reality that Taiwan has never been under the control of the People’s Republic of China or part of its territory for even a single day,”said Congressman Tiffany.“This important milestone shows that momentum is growing to turn the page on this failed 1970s-era policy.” Background: The U.S. maintained normal diplomatic relations with the government in Taiwan until 1979 when then-President Jimmy Carter abruptly cut off formal ties with Taipei and recognized the Communist regime in Beijing. Lawmakers responded by approving the bipartisan Taiwan Relations Act (TRA), the cornerstone of continued U.S. ties with the island. President Reagan upgraded the relationship during his term with the “Six Assurances,” which made clear that the United States, which has never accepted Communist China’s claims of sovereignty over Taiwan, “has not altered its position.” Despite the TRA and the "Six Assurances," the U.S. still lacks formal ties with Taiwan, inexplicably treating the island's democratically elected government the same way it treats brutal regimes in North Korea and Iran from a diplomatic perspective – and in a category worse than that of Cuba's dictatorship, which President Obama and Vice President Biden recognized during their second term. In the 116th Congress (2019-2020), Congressman Tiffany’s legislationhad just one cosponsor. This Congress, it has already grown to50 cosponsors. The full text of Congressman Tiffany’s resolution is availablehere. You can also read morehere. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/van-ordens-warrior-call-resolution-passes-house Van Orden’s Warrior Call Resolution Passes House 2023-11-13 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Derrick Van Orden V000135 vanorden.house.gov vanorden https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) applauded the passage of his bipartisan Warrior Call Resolution, which encourages Americans to connect with members of the Armed Forces and veterans to provide support and promote mental health treatment and solutions. “Our warfighters face incredible challenges during their time of service,” said Rep. Van Orden. “Oftentimes, what they experience in combat follows them back home and takes a troubling toll on their mental health and overall well-being. I am very proud to have this resolution pass the House so our nation’s heroes know that they do not have to fight these battles alone.” Quote from Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49): “Veterans returning to civilian life face difficult challenges that increasingly make them feel disconnected and isolated from their communities. It is up to all of us, as neighbors and fellow Americans, to extend a helping hand to these heroic warriors and assist them with accessing services they need. I’m proud to co-sponsor Rep. Van Orden’s resolution asking Americans to support servicemembers and veterans and connect them to available resources in their communities. We must all do our part.” Quote from Rep. Bryan Steil (WI-01): “Veterans sacrifice so much to defend our freedom and security around the world. When they return home from answering the call of duty, it’s important they are connected to a support network. This resolution serves as a reminder to take the time to have honest conversations and help those who have served.” Prior to its passage, Rep. Van Orden spoke on the House Floor in support of the Warrior Call Resolution. Click here to watch his remarks. Rep. Van Orden’s remarks, as prepared for delivery: Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my resolution, H. Res 848, urging all Americans, especially those who've worn the uniform, to reach out and connect with a fellow warrior. In my 26 years of service, 22 of which I spent as a Navy SEAL, I have forged unbreakable bonds that only those who have served can tru… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-colleagues-urge-inclusion-of-full-humanitarian-assistance-in-supplemental-funding-package Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Inclusion of Full Humanitarian Assistance in Supplemental Funding Package 2023-11-13 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined more than two dozen of her colleagues in urging Republican and Democratic Senate and Appropriations Committee leadership to include the full $10 billion in humanitarian assistance requested by the President in the national security supplemental. “Beyond the moral significance of continuing our country’s tradition as the world’s leader in delivering life-saving humanitarian aid, this assistance promotes global stability and security by helping manage and provide for displaced populations, preventing recruitment to extremism, and mitigating economic pressure on partner governments,” wrote the Senators. The letter highlights the ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East and the devastating impacts these global crises have on millions of innocent civilians caught in the middle. The Senators urge U.S. leadership in ensuring aid reaches sick, wounded, and displaced civilians. “Without these funds, global efforts led by the United States to address ongoing and expanded crises in Sudan, Nagorno-Karabakh, Burma, Syria, and other humanitarian responses will suffer reductions in support. This would directly threaten U.S. national security and the security of our partners,” the letter continues. The letter was led by Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Peter Welch (D-VT), and Brian Schatz (D-HI) and was co-signed by 21 senators. Full text of the letter can be found here and follows below: Dear Majority Leader Schumer, Minority Leader McConnell, Chair Murray, and Vice Chair Collins: We urge you to ensure that the final package for the national security supplemental includes the full $10 billion in humanitarian assistance requested by the President, including for refugee and emergency food aid. This funding would roughly match U.S. emergency spending on humanitarian assistance appropriated since the beginning of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, and would come at a time when global needs are only rising. B… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/icymi-senator-baldwin-pens-op-ed-in-la-crosse-tribune-to-honor-veterans-day ICYMI: Senator Baldwin Pens Op-ed in La Crosse Tribune to Honor Veterans Day 2023-11-11 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the La Crosse Tribune published an op-ed penned by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) honoring Veterans Day. La Crosse Tribune: US Sen. Tammy Baldwin: Despite successes for veterans health care, more work to be done Veterans Day is a time for us to reflect and honor the sacrifice that our servicemembers have made in defense of our country. Servicemembers missed holidays, anniversaries, and birthdays with loved ones; they’ve sustained injuries, both visible and invisible, and, they’ve devoted years of their lives to serving our nation. In Wisconsin, service to others is in our DNA. Wisconsinites have stepped up to defend our values, freedom and way of life. And when our servicemembers return home and hang up their boots for a final time, we have a sacred commitment to do right by those who served us. But, sadly for some veterans, we have come up short on our end of the bargain. Two years ago, I heard from a veteran whose traumatic brain injury was improperly diagnosed at the Tomah Veterans Health Administration facility and subsequently did not receive the benefits they deserved. While inquiring with the Department of Veterans Affairs about how to help this veteran get reexamined, I heard from another veteran with a similar experience. And another. And another. It was a disturbing pattern of a particular doctor misdiagnosing these heroes and robbing them of the compensation they earned. Alongside some brave Wisconsin veterans, I took these devastating stories up the entire chain of the VA, eventually speaking with the VA Secretary Denis McDonough about this pattern of misdiagnosis and asking that he investigate and make amends. We successfully got the VA to open an investigation into the doctor, get hundreds of potentially impacted veterans’ new exams, and, just last week, the VA announced that those impacted will be eligible for years of backdated benefits. Nothing can undo the compounded harm done to these veterans by getting told their condition was not real and then denied ca… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-baldwin-celebrates-veterans-day-in-la-crosse Senator Baldwin Celebrates Veterans Day in La Crosse 2023-11-10 2023 2023-11 Democrat Senate WI Tammy Baldwin B001230 www.baldwin.senate.gov baldwin https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper LA CROSSE, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin honored veterans and current servicemembers at Viterbo University’s Annual Veterans Day Program. After the program, she had lunch with Abby Siakpere, a local veteran who was one of the many Wisconsin veterans misdiagnosed by a doctor at the Tomah VA Medical Center, depriving her of the benefits and compensation she deserved. “Veterans Day is a time for us to reflect and honor the sacrifice that our servicemembers have made in defense of our country,” said Senator Baldwin. “From the tens of thousands of Wisconsinites who served dating back to World War I, to the thousands currently enlisted – Wisconsin has a long and proud tradition of service. Wisconsinites have stepped up to defend our values, freedom, and way of life, and it is our duty to ensure that they receive the high-quality benefits they earned and deserve.” At Viterbo University, Senator Baldwin joined veterans, current servicemembers and their families, faculty, students, and La Crosse community members to honor veterans and current servicemembers. Senator Baldwin gave remarks during the program and joined in the raising of the POW/MIA flag. At lunch, Senator Baldwin was joined by Abby Siakpere, a La Crosse area veteran who served for fourteen years, including a deployment to Iraq in 2007. In 2017, Abby received a medical discharge from service and later reported a misdiagnosis by Dr. Lanska at the Tomah VA Medical Center to Senator Baldwin. After years of working with impacted Wisconsin veterans, like Abby, Senator Baldwin announced last week that nearly 650 potentially impacted veterans’ will get new exams and those impacted will be eligible for years of benefits backdated. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases/steil-pettersen-introduce-legislation-to-end-financing-for-hamas-and-state-sponsors-of-terrorism Steil, Pettersen Introduce Legislation to End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism 2023-11-09 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Bryan Steil S001213 steil.house.gov steil https://steil.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. (November 9, 2023) - Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) today introduced the End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act (H.R. 6632). This legislation will disrupt the ability of Hamas to fund terrorism and violence. It will also make it harder for state sponsors of terrorism, like Iran, to abuse International Monetary Fund (IMF) resources to finance terrorist organizations, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Hezbollah. The End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act prohibits the U.S. Treasury Department from using the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) to exchange Special Drawing Rights (SDR) with or to benefit a state sponsor of terrorism. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to work with the Group of Seven (G7) to develop a strategy to ensure Hamas is incapable of financing armed hostilities against Israel. "Iran has a central role in funding Hamas and other terrorist groups that seek to destroy Israel, kill Jews, and attack American personnel throughout the region. This underscores the urgent need to use every financial tool in our box to deny the largest state sponsor of terrorism revenue,” said Steil. “This bill will weaken Iran's ability to continue to fund violent extremists like Hamas and Hezbollah and ensure atrocities like what we witnessed on October 7 never happen again.” NOTE: The House Financial Services Committee announced the End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act will be marked up by the full committee next week. CLICK HERE to read the bill. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3716 Grothman’s Bill to Lower Costs for Cancer Patients 2023-11-08 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Glenn Grothman G000576 grothman.house.gov grothman https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Representatives Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Joe Morelle (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Brian Higgins (D-NY), and Doris Matsui (D-CA) have co-lead the introduction of the Cancer Drug Parity Act. This bill lowers costs for cancer patients prescribed oral medications by requiring that health insurers provide coverage for oral cancer treatments that is equivalent to conventional intravenous (IV) treatments. Every year, approximately two million Americans are projected to receive a cancer diagnosis. For cancer patients, oral cancer treatments have proven to be a game-changer because they can be administered in the patient’s own home and are overall less intrusive than IV treatments. Despite their proven success and reliability, oral medications have proved costly for patients. A study of patients prescribed oral cancer medications found that one in eight faced copayments of $2,000 or more for their first prescription. “Every American deserves the most effective cancer treatments available at the most affordable cost,” said Grothman. “As oral medications increase in popularity among cancer patients, we cannot allow outdated health insurance plans to prevent patients from opting for their preferred method of treatment. “I am glad both sides of the aisle have come together to lower costs for patients taking oral medications. Increased access to treatment, along with parity in the cancer drug marketplace, will improve patients’ well-being and help save lives.” "Cancer patients should have access to whichever treatment gives them the best chance to fully recover. Technological advancements are improving patient outcomes while minimizing side effects. Patients deserve to benefit from these advancements. This important bill addresses this problem and enables patients to keep their primary focus on getting well," said Bilirakis. “Oral cancer treatments are an effective option for many patients and can allow for care at home and better disease management,” said Bonamici. “Unli… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z
https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-announces-united-states-service-academy-nominations-0 Tiffany Announces United States Service Academy Nominations 2023-11-08 2023 2023-11 Republican House WI Thomas P. Tiffany T000165 tiffany.house.gov tiffany https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WAUSAU, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) announced eleven students from Wisconsin's Seventh District who were nominated to a U.S. service academy. All high school students who wish to serve in our nation’s military service academies are required to receive a nomination from at least one member of their state’s Congressional Delegation, the Vice President, or the President of the United States. “It is my honor to nominate these eleven dedicated and determined high school students to their desired United States service academies,”said Congressman Tom Tiffany. “Their willingness to step up and answer the call to defend our great nation is admirable, and I want to congratulate each and every one of them on receiving my nomination.” The following students received a nomination to a U.S. service academy: United States Military Academy West Point Bennett Hatfield of Hudson, WI – Hudson High School Gabriel Goldbach of Weston, WI – DC Everest High School* Lucas Sydlewski of Houlton, WI – Missouri Military Academy (MO) Tucker Galindo of Ladysmith, WI – Ladysmith High School* William Schorr of Superior, WI – Superior High School United States Air Force Academy Gabriel Goldbach of Weston, WI – DC Everest High School* Levi Black of Merrill, WI – Merrill High School Sloan Snedden of Eagle River, WI – Northland Pines High School Tucker Galindo of Ladysmith, WI – Ladysmith High School* William King of Frederic, WI – Frederic 6-12 School United States Naval Academy Hayden Bergman of Hudson, WI – Hudson High School* Patrick Cunningham of River Falls, WI – St. Thomas Academy (MN) Warren Thompson of Hayward, WI – Hayward High School United States Merchant Marine Academy Hayden Bergman of Hudson, WI – Hudson High School* *Nominated to two service academies Students who received a nomination to a U.S. service academy must also receive an offer of admission into an academy. If admitted, they will be extended the distinct honor of earning a four-year university education with the commitment of serving in… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z

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