October 4, 2006
Rep. Green honored by manufacturers for pro-growth, pro-job record - GREEN BAY- U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) was recognized for his efforts this week by a national advocacy organization dedicated to protecting manufacturing through a pro-growth, pro-job agenda.  The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) presented Green with its "Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence" for his voting record on issues such as free trade, taxes, the domestic energy supply and legal reform. ...read more

September 29, 2006
Rep. Green votes to fund strong border security initiatives to keep Americans safe - WASHINGTON - Continuing his efforts to secure America's borders, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted Friday to fund legislation enabling the Department of Homeland Security to do just that.  The measure, which passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 412-6, appropriates federal dollars to initiatives that would help strengthen America's borders to guard against the threat of terrorists and the infiltration of illegal immigrants. ...read more

September 28, 2006
Rep. Green: bill to help restore Great Lakes passes House - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement after legislation to help revitalize the Great Lakes passed the House this week.  The bill, S. 2430, would authorize funding for the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act to support the restoration and protection of the Great Lakes.  ...read more

September 28, 2006
Rep. Green: pleased state officials recognize need for competitive rail industry - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) praised the state of Wisconsin's efforts Thursday to examine competition in the rail industry while pointing to his own legislation to eliminate the industry's unfair advantage and combat the rising costs of rail.   ...read more

September 28, 2006
Rep. Green: surveillance bill will gather critical terrorist information, protect Americans' rights - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Thursday after the House of Representatives passed major legislation to help protect our nation against terrorism:  ...read more

September 27, 2006
Rep. Green: military commissions will bring terrorists to justice - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Wednesday after the House of Representatives passed legislation to create a judicial system giving accused terrorists basic legal rights while protecting Americans fighting the War on Terror. ...read more

September 27, 2006
Rep. Green receives awards for protecting taxpayers, small businesses - WASHINGTON - Two of the nation's leading citizen watchdog groups recognized U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) this week for his solid voting record in the areas of tax reform and small business protection. ...read more

September 26, 2006
Bill allowing townships to buy national forest land passes House - WASHINGTON - Legislation authored by U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) passed the House Tuesday that would allow two townships in northeastern Wisconsin, Laona and Wabeno, to purchase land from the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (CNNF) to boost the area's economy. ...read more

September 22, 2006
Rep. Green to address USS Freedom christening Saturday - GREEN BAY - Continuing his strong support for the folks of Marinette Marine and the United States Navy, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) will give an address Saturday at the christening of the USS Freedom at the Marinette Marine Corporation. ...read more

September 21, 2006
Rep. Green votes to secure America's borders - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted for three key pieces of legislation Thursday intended to increase border security and crack down on illegal immigration.  The measures, which all passed the House, include the "Community Protection Act," the "Immigration Law Enforcement Act," and the "Border Tunnel Prevention Act." ...read more

September 21, 2006
Rep. Green signs Congressional Cancer Promise - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) signed the American Cancer Society's Congressional Cancer Promise this week pledging to continue his commitment to make cancer research, prevention, and care a bipartisan priority in Congress. ...read more

September 20, 2006
Rep. Green votes to prevent voter fraud - WASHINGTON - Continuing his efforts to restore integrity to Wisconsin elections, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted Wednesday for legislation that would require a photo ID to vote in federal elections, a measure that mirrors his own "Valuing Our Trust in Elections (VOTE) Act." ...read more

September 14, 2006
Rep. Green votes to inject sunshine into the federal spending process - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Thursday after the House passed an earmark reform measure designed to shine light on the federal appropriations process.  The new House rule requires all committees in the 109th Congress to list each earmark, along with the names of the members requesting it, before a bill can be brought to the House floor. ...read more

September 14, 2006
Rep. Green votes to secure America's borders - WASHINGTON - Continuing his efforts to secure our nation's borders, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted for legislation Thursday that would do just that.  The measure, which passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 283-138, would strengthen America's borders to guard against the threat of terrorists and the infiltration of illegal immigrants. ...read more

September 11, 2006
Rep. Green statement on fifth anniversary of 9/11 terrorist attacks - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Monday in commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks: ...read more

August 25, 2006
Rep. Green helps secure federal disaster relief for Wisconsin farmers - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Friday announcing U.S. Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns' approval of federal disaster aid for farmers in 19 Wisconsin counties including Adams, Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Dunn, Iron, Langlade, Lincoln, Marquette, Polk, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, St. Croix, Taylor, Washburn, and Waushara counties, as well as an additional 20 neighboring counties which are Chippewa, Clark, Columbia, Eau Claire, Forest, Green Lake, Juneau, Marathon, Menominee, Oconto, Oneida, Pepin, Pierce, Portage, Sauk, Shawano, Vilas, Waupaca, Winnebago, and Wood county.  All 39 counties eligible for disaster aid sustained significant crop damage during this summer's drought.  ...read more

August 24, 2006
Rep. Green calls on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to rescind final Upper Mississippi River conservation plan - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Thursday after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) released its decision to implement Alternative E as the final Comprehensive Conservation Plan for the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.  Green has had multiple contacts with the director of the USFWS as well as encouraged the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to oppose Alternative E.   ...read more

August 22, 2006
Green bill to promote competition in rail industry endorsed by 18 states' attorneys general - GREEN BAY - Legislation authored by Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) to increase competition for the nation's rail carriers has been endorsed by 18 states' attorneys general including Wisconsin Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager, showing the growing necessity to foster competition in the freight industry. ...read more

August 14, 2006
Rep. Green statement on possible terrorist plot against Mackinac Bridge - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Monday after the U.S. Coast Guard increased patrols near the Mackinac Bridge following the arrests of three men on terrorist-related charges who authorities believe were targeting the five-mile-long bridge. ...read more

August 10, 2006
Rep. Green statement on thwarted terrorist plot in Britain - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Thursday after British authorities foiled a large-scale terrorist plot aimed at harming British and American citizens: ...read more

August 4, 2006
Rep. Green calls on DNR Secretary Hassett to reject new Upper Mississippi River conservation plan - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) urged Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Hassett Friday to immediately reconsider his decision to accept the final conservation plan - known as Alternative E - for the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge citing contradictory state and federal regulations. ...read more

August 4, 2006
Rep. Green statement on U.S. DOJ approval of Wisconsin State Elections Board emergency rule - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Friday after the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) approved a Wisconsin State Elections Board (SEB) emergency rule regarding voter registration and the Help America Vote Act (HAVA).  Over the last few months, both Green and Representative Sensenbrenner (R-Menomonee Falls) have urged the SEB to change its rule to be HAVA compliant. ...read more

July 29, 2006
Rep. Green supports tax breaks for small businesses, federal minimum wage increase - WASHINGTON - With the help of U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay), the House of Representatives passed legislation early Saturday morning giving tax breaks to small businesses to offset an increase in the federal minimum wage. ...read more

July 28, 2006
Rep. Green introduces bill to restore funding for Fox Valley clinic - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) introduced legislation this week to restore funding to the Fox Valley Family Medicine Residency Program in Appleton and other clinics that successfully appeal audits by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).  If restored, the money would save several physician training positions that would otherwise have to be eliminated by the clinic. ...read more

July 27, 2006
Rep. Green joins president for signing of "Amie Zyla Act" language Thursday - WASHINGTON - With a stroke of his pen, President Bush signed into law a bill Thursday that includes several provisions authored by U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) to strengthen laws against criminals who harm children.  Both Green and Amie Zyla joined the president for the momentous occasion in the White House Rose Garden. ...read more

July 25, 2006
Rep. Green's "Amie Zyla Act" passes House, headed for president's desk - WASHINGTON - A series of proposals authored by U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) to toughen laws against criminals who harm children cleared the House Tuesday in what is being hailed as the strongest, most effective child protection legislation in decades. ...read more

July 20, 2006
Rep. Green votes to protect Pledge of Allegiance in schools - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) helped legislation clear the House of Representatives this week that would prevent federal district and appellate court judges from denying U.S. citizens the right to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. ...read more

July 19, 2006
Reps. Green, Sensenbrenner say State Elections Board decision too little, too late - WASHINGTON - U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Menomonee Falls) issued the following statements Wednesday after the Wisconsin State Elections Board (SEB) ruled that individuals who wish to vote in Wisconsin must register using their driver's license number or cast a provisional ballot.    ...read more

July 19, 2006
Rep. Green statement on proposal to override presidential veto of stem cell research bill - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Wednesday before a scheduled vote in the House of Representatives to override the president's veto of H.R. 810. ...read more

July 19, 2006
Rep. Green named "Legislator of the Year" by Wisconsin's largest veterans organization - WASHINGTON - The Wisconsin American Legion - the state's largest veterans organization - is set to name U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) its "Legislator of the Year" this weekend for his steady support of pro-veterans legislation in Congress. ...read more

July 17, 2006
Rep. Green statement on proposed Green Bay PCB storage site - GREEN BAY - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Friday after Georgia Pacific requested that the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources suspend its review of the company's proposal to store toxic sediment from the Fox River at its landfill in west Green Bay. ...read more

July 13, 2006
Rep. Green helps Voting Rights Act clear House Thursday - WASHINGTON - With the help of U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay), legislation to extend the historic Voting Rights Act for another 25 years took a big step forward Thursday, passing the House of Representatives.  Green, a cosponsor of the "Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act," issued the following statement after the legislation cleared the House. ...read more

July 12, 2006
Rep. Green honored with prestigious award Wednesday - WASHINGTON - A leader in Congress in the fight to protect free enterprise, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) was recognized for his efforts Wednesday by a national organization that advocates on behalf of the foodservice distribution industry.  ...read more

July 11, 2006
Despite shrinking deficit, Green pledges to continue fight for lower taxes, reduced spending - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Tuesday after the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released its mid-session review projecting a $127 billion decrease in the federal deficit. ...read more

July 6, 2006
Reps. Green, Ryan renew call to suspend Wisconsin's RFG mandates Thursday - WASHINGTON - U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Paul Ryan (R-Janesville) continued their push to bring gasoline price relief to Wisconsin motorists Thursday, sending a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) asking for an immediate waiver of Wisconsin's reformulated gas (RFG) requirements.  Citing recent reports of disruptions at refineries that supply Wisconsin, the congressmen said current conditions constituted "extreme and unusual" circumstances that warranted EPA action to address the issue. ...read more

June 29, 2006
Rep. Green: Deep ocean resources key to U.S. energy security - WASHINGTON - Citing the fact that the U.S. is more than 60 percent dependent on foreign sources of energy, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted in favor of legislation Thursday that would allow coastal states to explore energy sources in the deep seas off their shores, or restrict production within 100 miles of their coastline. ...read more

June 29, 2006
Rep. Green urges Governor Doyle to file for SeniorCare extension Thursday - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) sent a letter to Wisconsin Governor James Doyle Thursday requesting that he take action to keep the state's highly-popular SeniorCare program from expiring at the end of June.  Green said the state of Wisconsin must make a formal request to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to keep the program in operation. ...read more

June 28, 2006
Reps. Green, Sensenbrenner praise state legislature's JCRAR for requesting clear rule on Wisconsin's voter registration requirements - WASHINGTON - U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Menomonee Falls) issued the following statements Wednesday after the Wisconsin State Legislature's Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) voted unanimously to require the Wisconsin State Elections Board (SEB) to promulgate a rule outlining state voter registration requirements for the fall elections. ...read more

June 28, 2006
Reps. Ryan and Green advance fuel bill with House leadership - WASHINGTON - U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Paul Ryan (R-Janesville) today continued their push to bring common sense and lower prices to the nation's gasoline system by joining with House Majority Whip Roy Blunt, a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, to introduce legislation that begins to ratchet down the existing number of specialty fuels on the market.  ...read more

June 27, 2006
Rep. Green votes to protect Americans' right to fly Old Glory - WASHINGTON - As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day on July 4, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted Tuesday to ensure individuals have the right to display the flag of the United States on their residential property. ...read more

June 27, 2006
Rep. Green votes to increase benefits for disabled veterans - WASHINGTON - With the help of U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay), legislation passed the House of Representatives Tuesday that would increase the benefit compensation rates for America's disabled veterans and their families. ...read more

June 26, 2006
Reps. Green, Sensenbrenner urge U.S. Department of Justice to help bring Wisconsin into compliance with federal election law - WASHINGTON - U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Menomonee Falls) continued their push Monday to bring Wisconsin's voter registration requirements into compliance with federal law.  In a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the congressmen urged the law enforcement agency to work with the Wisconsin State Elections Board (SEB) to ensure Wisconsin's voter registration requirements are on par with the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA). ...read more

June 23, 2006
Rep. Green blasts State Elections Board for continued defiance of federal Help America Vote Act - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement Friday after the Wisconsin State Elections Board (SEB) voted to uphold its earlier decision allowing individuals to register to vote using either their driver's license number or the last four digits of their Social Security number. ...read more

June 23, 2006
Senator Kohl, Rep. Green: Marinette Marine to receive $617 million Coast Guard contract - WASHINGTON - Senator Herb Kohl and U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) announced Friday that Marinette Marine Corporation (MMC) had been awarded a contract worth up to $617 million from the U.S. Coast Guard to manufacture its new Response Boat - Medium (RB-M). ...read more

June 22, 2006
Rep. Green to address VFW state convention Friday - WASHINGTON - Continuing his strong support for America's retired and active-duty servicemen and women, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) will address members of one of Wisconsin's leading veterans organizations - the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) - at their state convention in Waukesha this Friday.   ...read more

June 22, 2006
Rep. Green votes to grant president line-item veto authority Thursday - WASHINGTON - Continuing his efforts to bring greater transparency and accountability to the federal budget process, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted for legislation Thursday that would allow the president to work more closely with Congress to eliminate wasteful government spending. ...read more

June 22, 2006
Rep. Green votes to provide permanent death tax relief Thursday - WASHINGTON - With the help of U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay), the House of Representatives passed legislation Thursday that would provide permanent tax relief to millions of Americans hoping to pass a piece of their life's work on to their children after they die. ...read more

June 21, 2006
Reps. Green, Sensenbrenner urge State Elections Board to revert to January decision on voter registration - WASHINGTON - With the Wisconsin State Elections Board (SEB) scheduled to review its controversial policies of March 22 and May 17 on voter registration this Friday, U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Menomonee Falls) urged the board Wednesday to adopt its previous policy requiring voters to register with their driver's license number.   ...read more

June 20, 2006
Rep. Green-backed bill honoring life of Dr. James Cameron clears House Tuesday - WASHINGTON - With the help of U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay), legislation honoring the life and work of Dr. James Cameron, the founder of America's Black Holocaust Museum in Milwaukee, cleared the House of Representatives Tuesday. ...read more

June 19, 2006
Rep. Green receives "Guardian of Seniors' Rights" award - GREEN BAY - A leading senior advocacy organization recently presented U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) with its highest honor, the Guardian of Seniors' Rights Award, for his "pro-senior" votes during the 109th Congress. ...read more

June 15, 2006
Rep. Green joins effort in Congress to honor life and work of Dr. James Cameron - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) joined U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) this week in pushing for the adoption of a House resolution honoring the life and work of Dr. James Cameron, the founder of America's Black Holocaust Museum in Milwaukee who passed away on Sunday.  Green issued the following statement Thursday after the measure was formally introduced in the House of Representatives. ...read more

June 14, 2006
Rep. Green votes against congressional pay raise - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) continued his longstanding record of opposing congressional pay increases this week, voting to permit an amendment barring a salary boost for members of the House of Representatives. ...read more

June 13, 2006
Rep. Green votes to keep electric carp barrier up and running Tuesday - WASHINGTON - With the support of U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay), legislation passed the House of Representatives Tuesday that would help keep the Asian carp - a dangerous invasive fish - from spilling into the Great Lakes.  Green said a proposal was included in the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations bill to allow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to continue operating an electrical carp dispersal barrier in the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal. ...read more

June 12, 2006
Rep. Green unveils legislation to ensure criminal illegal aliens are deported - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) unveiled legislation Monday to close a dangerous loophole in federal law that allows some criminal illegal aliens to be released back onto the streets, rather than deported. ...read more

June 8, 2006
Rep. Green takes steps to protect veterans' identities - WASHINGTON - In response to an incident last month at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in which millions of veterans' personal information was compromised, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) took steps Thursday to protect the identities of retired and active-duty military personnel.  Green cosponsored the "Veterans Identity Protection Act" - a bill that would allow veterans to monitor their credit for free, and require the VA to warn every affected veteran about their potential credit risk.  ...read more

June 8, 2006
Rep. Green named"Hero of the Taxpayer" - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) was recognized by one of the nation's most prominent taxpayer advocacy groups Thursday, being named a "Hero of the Taxpayer" for his strong voting record in the area of tax reform. ...read more

June 8, 2006
Rep. Green named "Protector of Property Rights" - WASHINGTON - A leader in Congress in the fight to defend property rights, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) was recognized for his efforts Thursday by a national advocacy organization dedicated to protecting physical and intellectual property rights.  In a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol, the Property Rights Alliance (PRA) presented Green with its inaugural "Protector of Property Rights" award. ...read more

June 8, 2006
Rep. Green statement on death of Iraqi terrorist leader Abu Musab al-Zarqawi - WASHINGTON - In response to an incident last month at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in which millions of veterans' personal information was compromised, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) took steps Thursday to protect the identities of retired and active-duty military personnel.  Green cosponsored the "Veterans Identity Protection Act" - a bill that would allow veterans to monitor their credit for free, and require the VA to warn every affected veteran about their potential credit risk.  ...read more

June 7, 2006
Rep. Green's "Two Strikes" law potentially ensnares another repeat child sex offender - GREEN BAY - A federal law crafted by U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) to permanently remove dangerous, repeat child sex offenders from our communities may have ensnared another criminal, this time in the state of Connecticut.  Carlos Rivera, who in 1996 was found guilty of sexually assaulting an 11-year-old, was in court this week facing new charges for making child pornography and preying on two young boys over the Internet.  Because of Green's "Two Strikes, You're Out" law created in 2003, Rivera, should he be found guilty, could be sent to jail for the rest of his life. ...read more

June 7, 2006
Rep. Green votes to boost domestic refining capacity, lower gas prices - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) continued his fight for lower gas prices Wednesday by voting for legislation - the "Refinery Permit Process Schedule Act" - that would streamline the approval process for creating new fuel refineries in the United States. ...read more

June 7, 2006
Rep. Green votes to clean up America's airwaves - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) took steps to restore decency to America's airwaves Wednesday by voting for the "Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act" - legislation that would create tougher penalties for broadcasters that air obscene, indecent or profane material. ...read more

June 7, 2006
Green, Sensenbrenner: Department of Justice confirms State Elections Board decision on voter registration violates federal law - WASHINGTON - Claims by U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Menomonee Falls) that a recent Wisconsin State Elections Board (SEB) decision allowing voters to register without their driver's licenses violated federal law were confirmed Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Justice.  In a letter to the Wisconsin congressmen, the Justice Department affirmatively stated that the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA) required Wisconsin residents who have been issued a driver's license to present their license number upon registering to vote. ...read more

May 26, 2006
Rep. Green to participate in Appleton Memorial Day events - WASHINGTON - As America pays tribute to her fallen servicemen and women this Memorial Day, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) will be celebrating the national holiday in Appleton.  Green is scheduled to take part in the annual Memorial Day parade through downtown Appleton Monday morning, and address veterans and local residents at a ceremony immediately following the march. ...read more

May 25, 2006
Rep. Green praised for his leadership in extending Violence Against Women Act - WASHINGTON - For the second time in as many months, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) was honored by a prominent women's organization Thursday for his leadership in extending the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). ...read more

May 23, 2006
Rep. Green votes against Ag Appropriations bill following removal of MILC provision - WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement late Tuesday after voting against the fiscal year 2007 Agriculture Appropriations bill because it failed to contain language extending the popular Milk Income Loss Contract (MILC) program. ...read more

May 18, 2006
Key House committee convenes hearing on Green bill to crack down on animal fighting Thursday - WASHINGTON - Legislation authored by U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) to help crack down on illegal animal fighting took center stage at a House Judiciary Committee hearing Thursday.  Green said the hearing marked a significant step forward for his "Animal Fighting Prohibition Act," which would create felony-level penalties for criminals who transport animals or cockfighting paraphernalia across state lines. ...read more

May 18, 2006
Rep. Green helps secure passage of fiscally-responsible budget Thursday - WASHINGTON - With the help of U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay), the House of Representatives successfully passed a budget resolution early Thursday that he said would help control federal spending, reduce the deficit, and set aside vital resources to pay for future emergencies. ...read more

May 17, 2006
Reps. Green, Sensenbrenner call for Justice Department review of State Elections Board decision - WASHINGTON - U.S. Reps. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) and Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Menomonee Falls) expressed their frustration Wednesday with a decision by the State Elections Board they said skirts federal law and weakens Wisconsin's voter registration requirements.  In response, the Wisconsin congressmen sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice requesting a formal review of the board's decision to determine whether or not the rules it established violate the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA). ...read more

May 17, 2006
Rep. Green: House-passed forest recovery bill vital to protecting forests from natural disasters - WASHINGTON - Citing the need to better manage the 193 million acres of federal forestland at risk of catastrophic fire, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) voted in favor of legislation Wednesday that would give local land managers new tools in responding to forest fires and other devastating natural occurrences. ...read more

May 16, 2006
Green urges State Elections Board to follow federal law, adopt rule mandating voters register with driver's licenses - WASHINGTON - With the State Elections Board scheduled to vote Wednesday on a set of resolutions governing voter registration in Wisconsin, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) sent a letter to state elections officials Tuesday urging their adoption of a rule requiring voters to provide a driver's license number when registering to vote, which Green said is required under federal law. ...read more

May 12, 2006
Rep. Green to host student art competition this weekend - U.S. Rep. Mark Green ( R-Green Bay ) announced Friday that prizes will be awarded to area high school students who participate in the national “An Artistic Discovery” competition this weekend. ...read more

May 12, 2006
Rep. Green: Marinette to receive $200,000 EPA brownfields grant - U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) announced Friday that the city of Marinette had been awarded a $200,000 brownfields assessment grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to begin the clean up and redevelopment of portions of the city. ...read more

May 11, 2006
Rep. Green votes to extend tax relief for millions of Americans - As the U.S. economy continues to show many positive signs of growth, U.S. Rep. Mark Green ( R-Green Bay ) took steps to try to increase American prosperity Wednesday afternoon by voting to extend a series of tax cuts soon set to expire.  Green said the legislation, known as the “Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act,” would provide billions of dollars in tax relief to millions of Americans. ...read more

May 10, 2006
Rep. Green backs Voting Rights Act in committee action Wednesday - U.S. Rep. Mark Green ( R-Green Bay ) issued the following statement Wednesday after voting for legislation to extend the Voting Rights Act for another 25 years.  The bill, known as the “Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act,” cleared the House Judiciary Committee, of which Green is a member, and now heads to the floor of the House of Representatives for final consideration. “The fundamental principle of any democracy is the right of its citizens to determine the course of their government.  It’s a right guaranteed to every American, regardless of race, color or economic status.  Tragically, however, there was a terrible time in our nation’s history when many citizens were denied this God-given right.  Protecting the voting rights of every citizen is one of the most important functions of government, which is why this legislation is so critical.  I’m proud to have strongly supported this bill, and look forward to helping it clear Congress in the near future.” ...read more

May 9, 2006
Rep. Green: Austin Straubel Airport will receive $2.3 million federal grant - U.S. Rep. Mark Green ( R-Green Bay ) announced Tuesday that Austin Straubel International Airport will receive a $2,363,635 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to improve the safety area of its 18/36 runway. ...read more

May 9, 2006
Rep. Green: Medicare boosts its ranks to help seniors enroll in prescription drug program - To accommodate the large number of seniors expected to enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan before May 15, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) said Tuesday that Medicare and its partners would expand their service capacity to ensure all Wisconsin seniors have an opportunity to sign up for this cost-saving program. ...read more

May 4, 2006
Rep. Green continues fight for lower fuel prices - U.S. Rep. Mark Green ( R-Green Bay ) cosponsored legislation this week to create incentives for the production of clean, alternative energy vehicles by redirecting a series of tax credits slated for oil companies. ...read more

May 3, 2006
Rep. Green votes to create harsher penalties for fuel price gouging Wednesday - With gas prices eclipsing the $3 mark in states across the country, U.S. Rep. Mark Green ( R-Green Bay ) took additional steps Wednesday to help bring soaring gas prices under control, voting to create tougher penalties for unscrupulous companies that engage in price gouging. ...read more

May 3, 2006
Lobby reform package featuring Rep. Green's "Lobbyists Online" plan passes House Wednesday - A lobbying reform package that features U.S. Rep. Mark Green’s ( R-Green Bay ) “Lobbyists Online” plan – a provision to create a lobby disclosure Web site – cleared the House of Representatives Wednesday.  In the end, however, Green voted against the final version of the overall legislation because he said it “didn’t go far enough” in reforming House lobbying and ethics rules. ...read more

May 2, 2006
Rep. Green: Still time for seniors to save on their prescription drug costs - With its May 15 enrollment deadline fast approaching, U.S. Rep. Mark Green (R-Green Bay) urged Wisconsin seniors to sign up for a new Medicare Part D prescription drug plan Tuesday if they haven’t done so already.  Green also cited new polling data showing that the majority of seniors enrolled in the new program were happy with the savings and services they were receiving. ...read more

May 2, 2006
Rep. Green: UW chancellor remarks on student group funding "troubling" - U.S. Rep. Mark Green ( R-Green Bay ) issued the following statement Tuesday in response to a letter by University of Wisconsin-Madison Chancellor John Wiley expressing the chancellor’s reservations with allowing student activity fee dollars to fund the University of Wisconsin Roman Catholic Foundation (UWRCF). ...read more