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Broadcasters, the Congressman's last name is pronounced: "PEA-try"
December 2010
November 2010- Petri Blasts Process for Moving Postal Facility, Requests Audit (November 29, 2010)
- Asian Carp Bill Due On House Floor (November 29, 2010)
- Petri to Hold Medicare Meetings (November 29, 2010)
- Library of Congress Traveling Exhibit Coming to Fond du Lac (November 24, 2010)
- Petri Anticipates Oshkosh Postal Meeting (November 23, 2010)
- Transportation Committee Leaders Call for Review of TSA Pat Downs (November 19, 2010)
- Concerned about the Oshkosh Mail Facility? (November 19, 2010)
- Joint Statement From Sensenbrenner, Ryan And Petri On Bill To Use High Speed Rail Funds To Reduce The Deficit (November 16, 2010)
- Petri Defends Cranberries (November 16, 2010)
- Petri to Host Japanese Ambassador in Manitowoc, Sheboygan (November 1, 2010)
October 2010
September 2010- Sensenbrenner, Petri Write to Transportation Secretary Defending the Rights of Motorcycle Riders (September 30, 2010)
- U.S. Rep. Petri to Walk to School with Omro Middle School Students Oct. 11 (September 29, 2010)
- Standing Room Only at Petri's Academy Day (September 28, 2010)
- Petri Warns About Stop Loss Pay Deadline (September 27, 2010)
- Petri Receives Guardian of Small Business Award (September 24, 2010)
- Rep. Petri Applauds Republicans' 'Pledge to America' (September 23, 2010)
- Congressman Petri Receives Tax Fighter Award (September 23, 2010)
- Survey:U.S. Falls Behind China, India, Brazil As Best Place to Invest - Petri Responds (September 21, 2010)
- Congressmen Petri And Kagen, Senators Kohl And Feingold To Host United States Service Academy Day ‘10 (September 20, 2010)
- Petri Testifies Against Unfair Trade (September 16, 2010)
- Rep. Petri Speaks at Hearing on Airline Pilot Fatigue (September 16, 2010)
August 2010
July 2010
June 2010
May 2010
April 2010
March 2010
February 2010
January 2010
December 2009
November 2009
October 2009- Petri Statement from Hearing on NextGen Air Traffic Control (October 28, 2009)
- Rep. Petri Lauds Wisconsin Tech Education at Manufacturing Summit (October 28, 2009)
- Reps. Petri, Courtney, Matsui, Senators McCain and Bennett Introduce Troops to Teachers Reform (October 27, 2009)
- Petri Sends Anti-User Fee Letter to President Obama (October 20, 2009)
- Wisconsin Principal of the Year from Manitowoc Meets With Rep. Petri (October 15, 2009)
- Petri's Academy Deadline Oct. 15 (October 2, 2009)
- Petri Meets With Ag. Secretary Vilsack On Dairy Issues (October 1, 2009)
September 2009- Petri Says Congress, Public Should Have Time to Read Legislation Before Voting (September 24, 2009)
- Petri Initiative Advances, House Approves Student Loan Legislation (September 17, 2009)
- Petri Champions Direct Loans for Students, $87 Billion Saved for Taxpayers and Student Aid (September 16, 2009)
- Petri's Decades-Long Initiative Advances (September 11, 2009)
- We Can't Pass a Speech, Petri Says of President's Address (September 10, 2009)
- Petri Hoping for an Obama Health Care Re-Boot Wednesday Night (September 8, 2009)
- From Rep. Petri to the Editor (September 8, 2009)
- "Do It Right, Not Just Fast" by Rep. Tom Petri (September 5, 2009)
- Petri Applauds New School Tests, Asks for More (September 1, 2009)
August 2009
July 2009
June 2009
May 2009
April 2009
March 2009
February 2009
January 2009- Petri Votes Against Stimulus Bill (January 28, 2009)
- Congressmen Petri, Kanjorski Introduce Bipartisan Campaign Finance Bill (January 27, 2009)
- Rep. Petri to Host Town Meetings (January 26, 2009)
- Petri Calls for Better School Tests (January 22, 2009)
- Regional Commission Wins Economic Development Grant (January 21, 2009)
- Petri Looking Forward to Inauguration (January 16, 2009)
- Voices from the Inauguration (January 16, 2009)
- Voices from the Inauguration (January 16, 2009)
- Petri Proposes Tax Fairness for Charity Drivers (January 15, 2009)
- Manitowoc Co. Trucker Named Road Safety Expert (January 14, 2009)
- Petri Lauded for Education Work (January 9, 2009)
December 2008
November 2008
October 2008- KOHL, FEINGOLD, PETRI, KAGEN APPLAUD ITC RULING IN FAVOR OF APPLETON PAPER COMPANY (October 30, 2008)
- IRS Owes Over $2 Million to Wisconsin Taxpayers (October 29, 2008)
- 6th District Residents Due IRS Checks (October 29, 2008)
- Sensenbrenner, Petri, Ryan Call for ACORN Investigation in Wisconsin (October 14, 2008)
- Petri Named Guardian of Small Business (October 7, 2008)
- Statement from Rep. Tom Petri on the Bailout Vote (October 3, 2008)
- Republican Leaders Call for Hearing on Air Ambulance Flight Safety (October 2, 2008)
- Petri Testifies for Appleton Papers (October 2, 2008)
- Marquette Receives USDA Funds for Village Hall (October 1, 2008)
September 2008- Petri Votes Against Financial Markets Bill (September 29, 2008)
- Petri Lauds Gain for Charities (September 25, 2008)
- STATEMENT OF KOHL, FEINGOLD, PETRI, KAGEN FOLLOWING THEIR MEETING WITH NEWPAGE CEO ON KIMBERLY PAPER MILL (September 24, 2008)
- Petri Supports, House Approves Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights (September 23, 2008)
- Congress Passes Great Lakes Compact (September 23, 2008)
- Petri, Kohl, Feingold, Kagen to Meet With NewPage CEO (September 19, 2008)
- UWO Receives Mental Health Services Grant (September 16, 2008)
- SENATORS KOHL AND FEINGOLD, CONGRESSMEN PETRI AND KAGEN TO HOST UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMY DAY ‘08 (September 16, 2008)
- Petri Receives Award for Financial Literacy Work (September 12, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Returns from Afghanistan/Pakistan Trip (September 11, 2008)
- SENATORS KOHL AND FEINGOLD, CONGRESSMEN PETRI AND KAGEN TO HOST UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMY DAY ‘08 (September 8, 2008)
- Senators, Congressmen Seek Meeting on NewPage (September 5, 2008)
- Petri Named "Taxpayer Hero" (September 4, 2008)
August 2008
July 2008- Higher Education Reforms, Including Petri Provisions, Pass House (July 31, 2008)
- House Committee Affirms Airplane Cell Phone Ban Petri Agrees (July 31, 2008)
- Higher Education Reforms, Including Petri Provisions, Likely To Pass House Thursday (July 30, 2008)
- Petri Helps Launch "Bike-partisan" Event at Political Conventions (July 30, 2008)
- Petri Reacts to NewPage Closing (July 30, 2008)
- Petri Brings Aviation Committee Chairman to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh (July 29, 2008)
- USDA Grant Approved for Fond du Lac, Dodge Counties (July 29, 2008)
- Brillion to Receive Rural Development Funds (July 28, 2008)
- Oxford Fire Department Wins Grant (July 28, 2008)
- Petri and House Back $8 Billion to Avoid Highway Trust Fund Shutdown (July 25, 2008)
- Petri to Negotiate Amtrak Bill (July 24, 2008)
- Media Advisory: Petri to Discuss Aviation Issues on C-Span Thursday Morning at 7:45 Central Time (July 23, 2008)
- Woodland Fire Department Wins Grant (July 23, 2008)
- House Passes Bill to Strengthen Aviation Safety (July 23, 2008)
- Great Lakes Compact To Be Introduced In House, Senate (July 23, 2008)
- House Expected to Pass Bill to Strengthen Aviation Safety (July 22, 2008)
- Petri Working for Great Lakes Compact (July 22, 2008)
- Airport Snubbing of Military to Stop (July 18, 2008)
- Advocap Wins Grant to Help Flooded Businesses in Green Lake, Fond du Lac, Winnebago Counties (July 18, 2008)
- Cleveland Fire Department Wins Grant (July 17, 2008)
- Petri, Bipartisan Leaders Introduce Aviation Safety Bill (July 15, 2008)
- Petri Asks: Do You Qualify for Assistance? (July 10, 2008)
- FEMA Assistance Now Available (July 1, 2008)
June 2008
May 2008- Oshkosh West Student Wins Petri Art Competition (May 30, 2008)
- Petri Grants Conference a Success (May 29, 2008)
- Johnsonville Sausage Wins Award, Leaders Visit President Bush (May 28, 2008)
- Petri Responds to Education Department Loan Plan (May 22, 2008)
- Petri to Host Federal Grants and Programs Conference May 29th (May 21, 2008)
- Petri's Record Is Perfect, Says National Breast Cancer Coalition (May 20, 2008)
- Petri Statement on War Supplemental Bill (May 15, 2008)
- New York Times Editorial Reflects Rep. Petri's Thinking (May 9, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Honored with an “A in English” Award (May 8, 2008)
- Petri Statement from Hearing on Aviation Emissions (May 6, 2008)
- Petri to Host Federal Grants and Programs Conference May 29th (May 2, 2008)
April 2008- Petri Proposes Bill to Help Small Truckers & Independents Cope With Fuel Prices (April 30, 2008)
- $99,900 for Fond du Lac Business Revolving Loan Fund (April 30, 2008)
- Wisconsin Students Testify for Cancer Funding (April 30, 2008)
- House Approves Coast Guard Authorization (April 24, 2008)
- Kagen and Petri Urge the Commerce Secretary to Defend Paper Jobs from Unfair Imports (April 24, 2008)
- House Acts On Student Loans (April 17, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Announces Congressional Art Competition (April 16, 2008)
- $3.4 Million to Complete Sheboygan Airport Runway (April 14, 2008)
- Petri, Aviation Subcommittee Confront Airline Delays (April 10, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Announces We the People Bookshelf Awards to Local Libraries (April 8, 2008)
- Insult to Troops Not Intended, Administration Tells Petri (April 2, 2008)
March 2008
February 2008- Petri Celebrates Great Lakes Day (February 28, 2008)
- Federal, State Officials Meet With Newpage CEO To Discuss Future Papermaking In Niagara, Kimberly (February 26, 2008)
- Oshkosh Student Offered Appointment to West Point (February 20, 2008)
- USDA Financing Comes Through for Oxford Fire House (February 20, 2008)
- City of Juneau Fire Department Wins Grant (February 14, 2008)
- Petri Named Legislator of the Year by Technical College Group (February 12, 2008)
- Petri Amendments Passed by House (February 7, 2008)
- Petri Battles Mother Nature to Offer Amendments to Education Bill (February 6, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Comments on Today's Release of the President's Proposed Budget (February 4, 2008)
January 2008- Dodge County Students Win Academy Nominations (January 30, 2008)
- Marquette Students Win Academy Nominations (January 30, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Comments on the President's State of the Union Address (January 28, 2008)
- St. Cloud Fire Department Wins Grant (January 24, 2008)
- Petri Holds Video Meeting With Wautoma Students (January 23, 2008)
- House Fails to Override Veto of Health Insurance Bill (January 23, 2008)
- Petri, Bay Area Workforce Development Board Discuss Jobs (January 17, 2008)
- Feds To Release $17.9 Million From LIHEAP Contingency Fund (January 16, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Comments On Gov. Dreyfus (January 3, 2008)
December 2007
November 2007- Petri Promotes Student Loan Plan at Marian College (November 28, 2007)
- Two Rivers Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 27, 2007)
- Harrison Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 26, 2007)
- Petri Blasts Student Loan Subsidy Abuse (November 21, 2007)
- Petri Says Seniors Should Review Drug Benefit Plans (November 19, 2007)
- Petri, Grijalva Proposal on Textbook Accessibility for Visually-Impaired College Students Included in Higher Education Reauthorization (November 16, 2007)
- Federal Action Urged: Petri and Kagen Lead Delegation Effort on Behalf of Wisconsin Paper Industry (November 16, 2007)
- Horicon Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 15, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Statement from Hearing on Airline and Airport Preparations for Holiday Travel Season (November 15, 2007)
- Higher Education Act Passes House Committee (November 15, 2007)
- Cleveland Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 14, 2007)
- U.S. House Approves Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations (November 14, 2007)
- Congress Overrides Water Bill Veto (November 8, 2007)
October 2007- Petri Introduces Student Loan Auction Bill (October 31, 2007)
- Commerce Department Looking Into Dumping by Appleton Papers Foreign Competitors (October 31, 2007)
- Petri Calls for Better School Tests (October 25, 2007)
- Bike to Work, Petri Tells Congress (October 25, 2007)
- Bill Aims to Level Playing Field for Nation's Self-Employed (October 22, 2007)
- Brillion Housing Authority Receives $155,000 USDA Loan (October 18, 2007)
- House Backs Internet Tax Ban (October 16, 2007)
- CAP Services’ Fresh Start Program receives $412,687 grant (October 16, 2007)
- Health Care for Low-Income Kids (October 12, 2007)
- Help for Higher Ed Students (October 1, 2007)
September 2007
August 2007
- 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)
- 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)
- 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)
- 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)
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