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• Rep. Petri to Attend Hilbert Economic Summit - will speak on: Perspectives on the Region and Beyond   (August 10, 2007)
• House Approves Major Student Loan Bill - Rep. Petri's auction proposal included in legislation.   (July 11, 2007)
• Congressional Art Winner In D.C. - Mai Koua Yang visits capital from Sheboygan, WI   (June 28, 2007)
• Labor Provision Could Ground FAA Bill - Transportation Committee passes bill with troublesome provision.   (June 28, 2007)
• Fond du Lac High School Band Visits DC to participate in the National Anthem Grand Finale.   (June 15, 2007)
• Ripon Teacher Chosen for U.S. House Fellows Program -- Rick Kelm to enjoy an up-close learning opportunity.  (May 30, 2007)
• Rep. Petri Introduces Flexible Student Loan Plan -- Post school loan payments would be based on income.   (May 23, 2007)
• Petri Sends Letter to Budget Committee Leadership in support of student loan reform and budget savings.   (May 15, 2007)
• Rep. Petri Announces Art Competition Winners -- A Sheboygan North High School senior takes 1st Place.   (May 7, 2007)
• Ripon High School Students in D.C. to Compete as Wisconsin winners of the "We the People" contest.   (May 2, 2007)
• Rep. Petri Seeks Entries in Congressional Art Competition -- 6th District artists wanted.   (April 17, 2007)
• Petri Hosts Listening Session on No Child Left Behind -- Session includes state official Elizabeth Burmaster.   (April 13, 2007)
• Petri Cries Foul Over School Grants -- Congressman contacts Education Secretary Spellings with his concerns.   (April 9, 2007)
• Petri Outraged at Alleged Corruption in Student Lending Industry -- Cites Higher Ed Watch report.   (April 5, 2007)
• WI Delegation Disappointed by SeniorCare Decision -- Rep. Petri joins colleagues in speaking out.   (April 4, 2007)
• Petri Bill Offers Tax Fairness to Charity Drivers -- Would treat charitable and business uses the same.   (March 29, 2007)
• Petri Wins Taxpayer Friend Award -- National Taxpayer Union rating counts all tax and fiscal votes.   (March 28, 2007)
• Petri, Bipartisan Group, Send Letter to Secretary Spellings regarding DOE's settlement with Nelnet.  (March 6, 2007)
• Petri Advocates Continued SeniorCare Program -- Joins Wisconsin delegation on letter to HHS Secretary.   (March 2, 2007)
• Petri Introduces Campaign Polling Reform Bill -- Legislation would target "smear polls" for disclosure.   (March 1, 2007)
• Petri Says Consider Iraqi Partition -- Congressman addresses House during debate on Iraq resolution.   (February 15, 2007)
• Petri, Bipartisan Group Introduce Star Act -- Bill would make college more affordable for students.   (February 13, 2007)
• Dislocated Workers to Receive Job Help -- Department of Labor grant will fund job counseling and training.   (February 12, 2007)
• Berlin Fire Wins $60,354 Federal Grant -- Homeland Security funds will purchase new equipment.   (February 8, 2007)
• City of Juneau Fire Department Wins Grant from Department of Homeland Security for new equipment.   (February 7, 2007)
• Petri Helps Introduce Voter Confidence Bill - H.R. 811 would require verifiable paper vote receipts.   (February 6, 2007)
• Rep. Petri Calls for Medal of Honor for former Fond du Lac resident, James Megellas.   (February 1, 2007)
• Rep. Tom Petri Receives Award -- Presented by Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Bill Bruins.   (January 30, 2007)
• Representatives Petri and Matsui Introduce the Troops to Teachers Improvement Act.   (January 29, 2007)
• Valders Student Offered Appointment to U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.   (January 26, 2007)
• Petri Announces Naval Academy Appointment -- Fond du Lac student heads to Annapolis.   (January 26, 2007)
• Adams-Friendship H.S. Senior to Air Force Academy -- Rep. Petri announces nomination.   (January 26, 2007)
• Montello Student Wins Nomination to U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis.   (January 26, 2007)
• Rep. Petri Blasts Education Department for failure to recover $278 million in taxpayer subsidies.  (January 23, 2007)
• Capitol Meeting on Global Warming - Rep. Petri attends with busines and environmental leaders.   (January 22, 2007)
• Bill To Authorize Asian Carp Barrier Introduced - Rep. Petri joins as original cosponsor of H.R. 553.   (January 19, 2007)
• Rep. Tom Petri Issues Statement on House passage of H.R. 5 to make college loans more affordable.   (January 18, 2007)
• Petri Gives Keynote Address at Troops to Teachers Conference in Washington, D.C.   (January 17, 2007)
• Neenah School Visited by Rep. Petri - Spends part of Martin Luther King Day at Tullar Elementary.   (January 16, 2007)
• Princeton Ambulance Service to Receive Grant from federal Department of Homeland Security.   (January 12, 2007)
• Rep. Tom Petri to Lead Republicans on Aviation Subcommittee - during the 110th Congress.   (January 10, 2007)

  2006
  
  

• Rep. Petri Introduces "Troops to Teachers" Reform - Bill will allow more schools to participate.   (November 15, 2006)
• Congress Passes Rep. Tom Petri's Bill to protect against animal rights extremists.   (November 13, 2006)
• Hero of the Taxpayer award presented to Rep. Tom Petri at a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol.   (September 27, 2006)
• Badger Mining Chief Visits Rep. Petri - Company named best small business to work for in the U.S.  (September 14, 2006)
• Rep. Tom Petri Receives Award for support of Alaska wilderness preservation and convservation.   (September 13, 2006)
• Fox Valley Metro Police Win Grant - U.S. Justice Department funds will enhance school security.   (September 13, 2006)
• Petri Receives Food Industry Award - IFDA's Thomas Jefferson Award given for support of free enterprise.   (July 13, 2006)
• Town of Harrison Youth Serving in Congress - DJ Anderson begins his service as a Page in the U.S. House.   (July 11, 2006)
• Two Rivers Educators in Washington to Receive Honors from Reading is Fundamental.   (June 29, 2006)
• Rep. Petri Applauds Demise of Telephone Tax - Treasury Department concedes loss in long court battle.   (May 25, 2006)
• Petri Warns Veterans About Identity Theft in wake of loss of data from VA employee's home.   (May 23, 2006)
• Congressional Hearing on Petri Animal Rights Terrorism Bill -- House Judiciary Committee examines issue.   (May 23, 2006)
• Kimberly, WI Teacher Honored in Washington -- Kendra Naef receives Milken Family Foundation honor.   (May 18, 2006)
• Oshkosh Awarded $600,000 EPA Grant to help fund clean up of contaminated industrial sites.   (May 12, 2006)
• Petri Greets Award-Winning Kohler Science Teacher - Dana Krejcarek receives Presidential Award.   (May 4, 2006)
• Rep. Petri Hosts Students at U.S. Capitol - Honors students visiting from Fond du Lac, WI.   (April 28, 2006)
• U.W. Transportation Center Receives Federal Grant - Funding for freight transportation efficiency research.   (April 26, 2006)
• Rep. Petri Attends Bipartisan Press Conference in support of crucial voting reform legislation.   (April 7, 2006)
• Petri Amendment To Save $13.4 Billion In Waste Blocked from consideration on the House floor.   (March 30, 2006)
• Petri Helps Introduce Global Warming Bill - WI congressman works with New Mexico's Tom Udall.   (March 29, 2006)
• Student Group Gives Award to Rep. Tom Petri for his efforts in support of student aid.   (March 20, 2006)
• Randolph High School Student Offered Appointment to United States Air Force Academy.   (March 17, 2006)
• Petri Joins WI Colleagues Opposing Dairy Tax - Three send letter to House Budget Chairman on issue.   (March 16, 2006)
• Oshkosh Student Offered Appointment to United States Military Academy at West Point.   (March 16, 2006)
• U.S. Chamber Honors Rep. Tom Petri with its "Spirit of Enterprise" award.   (March 15, 2006)
• 6th District Students Receive Nominations to U.S. military service academies.   (March 9, 2006)
• Rep. Petri Visits Wounded Neenah Soldier - Andrew Neumeyer recovers at Walter Reed Army Hospital.   (February 17, 2006)
• Oshkosh Mother and Daughter Walking Across Nation stop in Washington and visit Rep. Tom Petri.   (February 10, 2006)
• Secretary Busalacchi Praises Petri for Highway Work on the occasion of Petri receiving a highway award.   (February 8, 2006)
• Ashippun Fire Department Receives Grant - Funds to aid development of address location system.   (January 27, 2006)
• Advocap of Fond du Lac Receives HUD Grant - Award to fund expansion of "Fresh Start" program.   (January 24, 2006)

  2005
  
  

• Federal Grant for Project HOPE to support housing assistance programs in four lakeshore counties.   (December 21, 2005)
• HUD Grant for Advocap of Fond du Lac will provide funds for housing programs in three WI counties.   (December 21, 2005)
• Two Rivers Fire Department Receives Federal Grant for purchase of new breathing gear.   (November 30, 2005)
• Petri Blasts Anti-Consumer Provision that weakens 4 month old protections against scam movers.   (November 18, 2005)
• House Approves Wisconsin Projects - Appropriations bill contains several items of interest to 6th District.   (November 18, 2005)
• New Holstein Fire Department Receives Federal Grant - Funds for purchase of fire fighting equipment.   (November 16, 2005)
• Petri Hosts Meetings on Prescription Drug Plans - December 2 events in Sheboygan and Beaver Dam.   (November 15, 2005)
• Manitowoc Civic Centre Gets $248,000 Grant - HUD Grant will allow heating and ventilation upgrades.   (November 15, 2005)
• House Approves Funding for U.W. Oshkosh Manufacturing Program   (November 9, 2005)
• House Bill Provides Dredging Funds - Army Corps project will deepen channel in Manitowoc River.   (November 9, 2005)
• Rep. Petri Offers Bill Against Animal Rights Extremists - Bill targets harm to humans and property.   (November 4, 2005)
• Rep. Petri Tests Hydrogen Car - Newest version shows promise for future performance improvements.   (November 3, 2005)
• Congressman Petri Kicks Off Adoption Month to promote awareness of children still awaiting adoption.   (November 1, 2005)
• Petri Signs Letter to Appropriations Subcommittee Chair in support of Senate anti-torture provisions.   (October 28, 2005)
• Medicare Event in Appleton - Rep. Petri attends event to assist seniors in choosing a prescription drug plan.   (October 11, 2005)
• ADVOCAP Receives Grant to Help Low-Income Entrepreneurs in three Wisconsin counties.   (October 3, 2005)
• Grant for Oshkosh Area Schools - $238,547 Education Department grant to fund crisis management planning.   (October 3, 2005)
• Ada Fire Department Receives Federal Grant from the Department of Homeland Security.   (September 28, 2005)
• Grant for Kiel Fire Department - Funds will help department to acquire new emergency equipment.   (September 28, 2005)
• Silver Creek Fire Deparment Receives Grant - Federal money will be used to purchase fire fighting gear.   (September 28, 2005)
• Dodge County Housing Authority Gets Loan - Rural Development funds are for housing rehabilitation.   (September 26, 2005)
• Oshkosh Schools Get $264,522 Federal Grant - Funds will support school counseling programs.   (September 23, 2005)
• Federal Grant for Knowles Fire Department - Funds will be used to purchase an all-terrain vehicle.   (September 21, 2005)
• Wilson - Black River Fire Department Receives Grant for purchase of modern breathing equipment.   (September 21, 2005)
• Sheboygan and Westfield Win Anti-Drug Grants - $500,000 will support drug abuse prevention efforts.   (September 21, 2005)
• Woodland Fire Department Receives Funding from a Deparment of Homeland Security grant program.   (September 21, 2005)
• Chilton Fire Department Receives Grant - $45,600 will assist in purchase of fire-proof coats.   (September 16, 2005)
• Hilbert Dairy Wins Renewable Energy Grant - Federal funds will help purchase anaerobic digester.   (September 15, 2005)
• Rural Development Grant for Greenhouse Improvements awarded to farm in Coloma, Wisconsin.   (September 15, 2005)
• Newton Dairy Wins Rural Development Grant for purchase and installation of anaerobic digester.   (September 15, 2005)
• Information and Ways to Help Katrina's Victims - Information for those looking to lend a hand.   (August 31, 2005)
• Transportation Bill Approved by Congress - Rep. Petri watches as President Bush signs legislation into law.   (August 10, 2005)
• Neenah Veteran Receives Medals - Rep. Petri helped obtain the long overdue decorations.   (August 8, 2005)
• Rep. Petri Introduces Social Security Bill - Proposal addresses long term financing of Social Security system.   (April 21, 2005)
• Rep. Tom Petri Unveils Legislation to cut waste in student loan programs and increase Pell Grants.   (March 15, 2005)
• Bush Budget Shows Billions More Available for College Students at No Additional Cost to Taxpayers.   (February 11, 2005)
• Advocap Grants for Homeless Services -- Two grants to fund services in three Wisconsin counties.   (January 28, 2005)
• Coast Guard to Maintain Authority for Bridges over the Fox and Wolf Rivers in northeastern Wisconsin.   (January 28, 2005)
• Petri Introduces Campaign Reform Bill to increase the disclosure requirements on "Push Polls."   (January 26, 2005)
• Fond du Lac's Advocap Receives $1.4 Million for Handicapped Training from U.S. Dept. of H.H.S.   (January 26, 2005)
• Rep. Petri Escorts Menasha High School Band in Capitol -- Students marched in inaugural parade.   (January 21, 2005)
• VIP Ticket for Manitowoc Iraq War Veteran -- Sergeant Major Jeff Uhlig to attend inauguration.   (January 19, 2005)
• Petri Student Loan Bill Boosts Funding for college scholarships with no added taxpayer cost, says CBO.   (January 12, 2005)
• Fond du Lac Advocap Receives Federal Grant to fund its full-year Head Start program.   (January 4, 2005)
• Petri Predicts a Busy Congress - 109th Congress begins with a lengthy agenda.   (January 3, 2005)

  2004
  
  

• Rep. Petri Testifies for Mercury Marine at an International Trade Commission anti-dumping hearing.   (December 14, 2004)
• Dalton Fire Department Receives Federal Grant -- $180,000 to be used to purchase new truck.   (December 9, 2004)
• Petri Supports Free Mail for Troops -- H.R. 5261 would provide free mail for troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.   (December 7, 2004)
• Petri Delivers Airport Funds -- Spending bill includes $1.4 million for Sixth District airports.   (November 23, 2004)
• Congress Renews Funding for Higher Ed Cost-Cutting Program -- $800,000 for FY 2005 approved.   (November 22, 2004)
• House Passes Petri Bill for Blind Students -- Speeds textbooks to visually impaired students.   (November 19, 2004)
• Petri Presents Pro-Ripon Calendar at the Little White Schoolhouse, the "Birthplace of the Republican Party."   (November 5, 2004)
• Central WI Communities to Get Fire Assistance Grants from the Department of Homeland Security.   (October 29, 2004)
• Petri Challenges Unfair Chinese Trade -- Urges action on behalf of domestic producers.   (October 27, 2004)
• Petri Statement on Plymouth Line following the decision by the federal Surface Transportation Board.   (October 20, 2004)
• UW - Oshkosh Gets $1.8 Million Grant to fund the university's Head Start program.   (October 14, 2004)
• Petri Named Guardian of Small Business by the National Federation of Independent Business.   (October 12, 2004)
• Johnsonville Sausage Holds Fundraiser at Pentagon -- Event to support building a September 11 memorial.   (October 7, 2004)
• Petri Supports Plan to Strengthen Crime Victims' Rights -- Passes House on a vote of 393 - 14.   (October 6, 2004)
• Rep. Tom Petri wins the "Tax Fighter Award" from the National Committee on Tax Limitation.   (October 5, 2004)
• Federal Grant for Potter Volunteer Fire Department -- $66,150 grant from Homeland Security Dept.   (September 29, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Announces Grants for Menasha and New Holstein Schools to fund mentoring programs.   (September 29, 2004)
• Federal Funds for Manitowoc Announced -- City recieves $450,000 for Economic Development Project.  (September 29, 2004)
• Homeland Security Department Grant for Van Dyne -- Volunteer Fire Department to receive $44,010.   (September 29, 2004)
• Wisconsin Congressmen Tackle Gasoline Price Spikes -- Legislation targets boutique fuels.   (September 29, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Introduces Bill to Protect Employee Privacy -- Proposal targets video and audio monitoring.  (September 29, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Meets Fond du Lac resident Nicole Zills at a breakfast in the U.S. Capitol Building.   (September 28, 2004)
• Oostburg Fire Department Receives Federal Grant of 69,345 from the Homeland Security Department.   (September 23, 2004)
• Rep. Petri on Hand for Final Fox Locks Transfer - State assumes official ownership at Appleton event.   (September 17, 2004)
• CAP Services Receives a $76,500 Grant from U.S.D.A. Rural Development for Home Repair efforts.   (September 16, 2004)
• Manitowoc-Sheboygan Homeless Program Gets Grant - $195,713 from Health and Human Services.   (September 16, 2004)
• Rep. Tom Petri Introduces Terrorism Prevention Bill - joins other Transportation Committee leaders.   (September 15, 2004)
• Five 6th District Businesses Receive Grants from U.S.D.A. Rural Development for energy projects.   (September 15, 2004)
• Silver Lake College Receives Funding of $173,484 to support its program to aid "deafblind" youth.   (September 8, 2004)
• ADVOCAP Wins $105,000 Microenterprise Development Grant from Health and Human Services Dept.   (September 7, 2004)
• Wisconsin DOT Receives $1,114,502 Federal Grant to fund various job access programs.   (September 3, 2004)
• Advocap of Fond du Lac Domestic Abuse Program Gets Grant - Unique award one of two nationwide.   (September 2, 2004)
• Town of Fond du Lac Volunteer Fire Department Gets $58,680 from Homeland Security Department.   (September 1, 2004)
• $9,000 Federal Grant for Alto Volunteer Fire Department from the Homeland Security Department.   (September 1, 2004)
• Loan Guarantee for Green Lake Company from U.S.D.A. Rural Development is announced.   (August 26, 2004)
• Public Meeting to Be Held on Proposed Rail Abandonment at Random Lake H.S. on August 13, 2004.   (August 5, 2004)
• Rockwood Fire Department Gets $13,500 in Federal Funds to help buy important equipment.   (July 31, 2004)
• Sheboygan Falls Fire Department Receives $45,900 Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.   (July 31, 2004)
• Homeland Security Department Gives $53,244 Grant to Brillion's Fire Deparment for protective gear.   (July 30, 2004)
• Fond du Lac Gets $670,000 Federal Grant - Funds will be used for low-income housing rehabilitation.   (July 28, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Proposes Savings Accounts for Children - Joins several members introducing the ASPIRE Act.   (July 22, 2004)
• Marian College Wins Grant - Fond du Lac school to receive $21,677 in federal funds.   (July 12, 2004)
• UW - Oshkosh Receives Nursing Grant - Health and Human Services funds will support nursing traineeships.   (July 12, 2004)
• Beaver Dam Schools Receive Grant from the federal Smaller Learning Communities program.   (July 12, 2004)
• Higher Education Organizations Support Petri Goal of improving the federal direct loan program.   (July 8, 2004)
• Brownsville Fire Company Gets Homeland Security Grant for computer-based training program.   (June 30, 2004)
• Petri Student Loan Legislation Endorsed by UW - Madison student president.   (June 28, 2004)
• Briggsville Fire Department Wins Grant -- Homeland Security provides $31,212 in funding.   (June 25, 2004)
• Disaster Recovery Assistance Available - Rep. Petri urges storm victims to contact FEMA.   (June 24, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Comments on Wisconsin Storms and the effort to obtain federal disaster assistance.   (June 24, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Organizes Delegation Letter in response to flooding in 12 Wisconsin counties.   (June 18, 2004)
• Silver Creek Fire Department Wins Grant -- Will receive $7,583 from FEMA.   (June 17, 2004)
• Hilbert Businessman Named to Manufacturing Council -- 13 member group to focus on policy issues.   (June 17, 2004)
• Homeland Security Grant for Two Rivers Fire Department -- Department to receive $81,005.   (June 17, 2004)
• Westfield Fire Department Receives Federal Grant for purchase of protective "turnout gear."   (June 15, 2004)
• President Reagan's Place in History - Rep. Petri considers the significance of President Reagan.   (June 10, 2004)
• Congressman Tom Petri comments on the passing of President Reagan.   (June 7, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Joins Congressional Delegation to Normandy - House Speaker Hastert to lead delegation.   (June 3, 2004)
• Petri Cheers Jobs Growth - Wisconsin's unemployment rate drops to 4.6 percent.   (May 21, 2004)
• Petri Bill Strengthens Student Loans - Legislation promotes more efficient direct loan program.   (May 20, 2004)
• Petri Helps Fond du Lac Housing Authority fix a glitch with its funding from HUD.   (May 6, 2004)
• Princeton Receives Grants and Loans to make repairs to its water and sewer systems.   (May 3, 2004)
• Kiel High School Students Visit Washington -- Close-Up group drops in on Rep. Tom Petri.   (April 23, 2004)
• Maritime Museum Receives Grant -- $3,820 comes from the Institute of Museum and Library Services   (April 23, 2004)
• Financial Relief for National Guard and Reserve Troops passes the House with Rep. Petri's support.   (April 22, 2004)
• UW - Oshkosh Students Display Project at a Capitol Hill reception in Washington, D.C.   (April 23, 2004)
• Berlin Preschool to Receive Additional Funds for the purchase and renovation of a daycare facility.   (April 20, 2004)
• Plainfield Receives Additional Funds from the USDA to construct an aerated lagoon.   (April 20, 2004)
• Sheboygan Native is Wisconsin's Cherry Blossom Princess -- Wendy Riemann represents Wisconsin.   (April 1, 2004)
• Highway Vote in House -- The highway funding bill is important for Wisconsin.   (March 31, 2004)
• Flat Stanely meets President Bush during a visit to Appleton, Wisconsin.   (March 30, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Receives Environmental, Taxpayers' Award for work on Salmon Recovery Act.   (March 25, 2004)
• $275 Billion Highway and Transit Funding Bill approved by the House Transportation Committee.   (March 24, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Test Drives Hybrid Vehicle -- UW Madison students bring their hybrid SUV to Washington.   (March 24, 2004)
• Petri, Transportation Committee to consider highway funding on Wednesday, March 24, 2004.   (March 23, 2004)
• Manitowoc Students Admitted to Air Force Academy -- Both students were nominated by Rep. Petri. (March 19, 2004)
• Cong. Petri Queries Alan Greenspan on education and road programs at a congressional hearing. (March 11, 2004)
• U.S. House to Consider Legislation to stop certain lawsuits against food providers. (March 9, 2004)
• Winnebago Students Offered Appointments to U.S. service academies. (March 8, 2004)
• The League of American Bicyclists honors Rep. Tom Petri for his support of transportation enhancements. (March 5, 2004)
• Petri, Feingold to Introduce Resolution commemorating the birth of the Republican party in Ripon. (March 4, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Reports USDA Disaster Designation - 59 Wisconsin counties to receive drought assistance. (March 2, 2004)
• Fond du Lac Student Offered Appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD. (March 2, 2004)
• High School Students from Oshkosh and Neenah visit with Rep. Tom Petri in his Washington office. (February 26, 2004)
• The U.S. Chamber of Commerce presents Rep. Tom Petri with a 2004 "Spirit of Enterprise" award. (February 25, 2004)
• Cong. Petri accepts petitions from 6th District seniors opposing Social Security for illegal immigrants. (February 19, 2004)
• Rep. Petri Helps a Wisconsin Company in its efforts to develop an accurate mad cow disease test. (February 6, 2004)
• President Bush Appoints Carol Diehl to NCLIS -- Neenah resident to serve on library policy board. (February 6, 2004)
• Petri Cheers Good Factory Index Report - Index hits a 20 year peak. (February 2, 2004)
• Rural Communities to Get Fire Assistance Grants from the U.S. Fire Administration. (January 29, 2004)
• Lomira Fire Department to Receive a Grant from the Department of Homeland Security. (January 21, 2004)
• Congressman Tom Petri Offers Comments on President Bush's State of the Union Address. (January 20, 2004)