Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin
Representing the 2nd Congressional District of Wisconsin
Press Releases
Baldwin Urges Action to Defend Wisconsin Manufacturers from China’s Cheating
October 1, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today urged the U.S. Department of Commerce to address China’s unfair trade practices that harm American manufacturers of solar panels. Wisconsin businesses play a significant role in the American solar industry, with more certified solar installers...
Baldwin Presses for Action on Bipartisan Farm Bill
September 20, 2012Says Dairy Farmers Deserve CertaintyWith the nation’s Farm Bill set to expire on September 30, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined a bipartisan effort in the House of Representatives to force a vote on a new five-year Farm Bill.Baldwin has pressed...
Baldwin, Kohl, Kind, Moore Call for Extension of SeniorCare
September 18, 2012Highlight program’s ability to negotiate affordable prescription drug prices in letter to HHSWASHINGTON – U.S. Reps. Tammy Baldwin, Ron Kind, and Gwen Moore, along with U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl, today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Health and...
Baldwin Applauds Action Against China’s Unlawful Trade Practices
September 17, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today applauded the Obama Administration’s move to challenge China’s unfair, anticompetitive auto trade practices. In March, Baldwin raised concerns about China’s unfair subsidies to its auto parts industry and called on the administration to challenge China’s...
Baldwin Offers Plan to Reduce Seniors’ Prescription Drug Costs
September 13, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced legislation that would lower the cost of prescription drugs for seniors and increase the long term solvency of Medicare.The Negotiating for Seniors Act would repeal the sweetheart deal made with big pharmaceutical companies during the...
Statement: Attack on the U.S. Diplomatic Consulate in Benghazi, Libya in Which Ambassador Christopher Stevens, Foreign Service Officer Sean Smith and Two Others Were Killed
September 12, 2012"I join all Americans in mourning the tragic loss of Ambassador Christopher Stevens, Foreign Service Officer Sean Smith, and the two other victims who lost their lives in service to our country. The senseless, violent actions of an angry mob...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin Remembering September 11, 2001
September 11, 2012“We pause today to remember the victims of the September 11th attacks and their families and to pay tribute to the courageous first responders who selflessly rushed into danger to protect others.Let us remember above all that, on a day...
Baldwin, Dairy Farmers Agree on Need for Farm Bill
August 27, 2012Congress Must Act NowCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin met Friday with Wisconsin dairy farmers to discuss the plight of small dairy farmers suffering greatly from low milk prices, the impact of the continuing drought, and the need to pass a new farm...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On Oak Creek Shooting August 5, 2012
August 5, 2012"This senseless and violent attack at a house of worship is tragic and heartbreaking. Our prayers go out to the victims of this attack and their families. We stand by members of the Sikh community who have given so much...
Baldwin Votes for Middle Class Tax Relief
August 1, 2012Opposed Republican Plan to Increase Taxes on Middle Class Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today stood up for hard-working Wisconsin families and voted to extend tax cuts for the middle class. The proposal Baldwin supported, already passed by the Senate, keeps...
Baldwin Honored as “Best of Congress” for Working Families
July 25, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) was honored today with the 2012 Best of Congress Award by Corporate Voices for Working Families and Working Mother Media. The biennial award celebrates lawmakers from both sides of the aisle and across the country for...
Baldwin Applauds Federal Assistance to Drought-Stricken WI Farmers
July 25, 2012Led Delegation Urging Disaster Relief Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) applauded today’s announcement that the Department of Agriculture was declaring agricultural disasters in 23 Wisconsin counties. The disaster declaration allows farmers in the designated areas to apply for emergency loans to...
Baldwin Leads Delegation Urging Disaster Relief for WI Farmers
July 20, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, joined by all the Members of Wisconsin’s Congressional Delegation, today urged U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to immediately approve Governor Walker’s request for agricultural disaster relief for 23 Wisconsin counties.In a letter drafted by Baldwin and...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the Defense Spending Bill
July 19, 2012Ed. Note: Today, the House passed H.R. 5856, the Fiscal Year 2013 Defense Department Appropriations Bill. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin opposed the bill.“The legislation adopted today keeps us on a path to a long term commitment in Afghanistan that I and...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on President Obama’s call for Congress to extend Middle Class Tax Cuts now
July 10, 2012As we continue to work on moving our economic recovery forward, I support President Obama’s call to extend tax cuts for the middle class and small businesses. By acting now to extend the tax cuts for the 98 percent of...
Baldwin Applauds Bipartisan Action to Support Middle Class Families
June 29, 2012Package preserves lower interest rate for student loans and supports needed highway construction Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted for, and the House passed (373-52), the Surface Transportation Extension Act that benefits thousands of Wisconsin’s middle class families. The legislation provides...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the Supreme Court Ruling on the Affordable Care Act
June 28, 2012“Today’s ruling by justices appointed by Presidents of both parties is an independent legal judgment. It is now time to come together and make this work.I disagree with those who want to rip up the decision of an independent court...
Rep. Baldwin Visits Marinette Shipyard
June 14, 2012Sees 21st Century Navy Ships “Made in Wisconsin” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today toured the Marinette Marine Corp. shipyard in Marinette where she was briefed on the company’s work on the Navy’s Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) and other projects. Baldwin...
Baldwin Hails Federal Investment in Wisconsin Worker Training
June 14, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin hailed the announcement today by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Hilda Solis that a $6 million Workforce Innovation Fund grant will go to the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) and its ten consortium...
Baldwin Pushes Feds to Buy American Paper
June 7, 2012Commonsense Way to Create Jobs, Support the Paper Industry Seeking to create jobs and protect Wisconsin’s paper industry, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced legislation that would require the federal government to buy its paper and paper products from American companies....
House Champions of DOMA-Repeal Laud 1st Circuit Federal Court Decision that DOMA is Unconstitutional
May 31, 2012WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Barney Frank (D-MA), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Jared Polis (D-CO), David Cicilline (D-RI), and John Conyers (D-MI) – the lead sponsors of the Respect for Marriage Act, which would repeal the discriminatory Defense...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin Opposing Continued Funding of the War in Afghanistan
May 18, 2012Ed. Note: Today, the House passed H.R. 4310, the Fiscal Year 2013 Defense Authorization Bill. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin opposed the bill.“I have said repeatedly that it is time to bring our troops home safely as soon as possible and redirect...
Baldwin Condemns GOP Obstructionism
May 16, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today condemned House Republicans for refusing to work in a bipartisan fashion to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act – a law to protect women that has always enjoyed broad bipartisan support. Instead, Republicans pushed through a...
Baldwin Seeks Expanded Health Benefits for Wounded Veterans
May 11, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has introduced the Make Our Veterans Smile Act (H.R. 5653) that would expand dental coverage to all veterans who received a Purple Heart and are enrolled with the VA. The Purple Heart is awarded to any...
Baldwin, Kinzinger, Reichert Push for Jobs for New Veterans
May 10, 2012Would Enlist Local Business Leaders as Mentors Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressmen Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and Dave Reichert (R-WA) today introduced legislation to improve programs that provide employment and job training preparation for separating servicemembers. The Veterans Jobs Act...
Baldwin Supports Increased U.S. Exports
May 9, 2012Legislation Will Help Small Wisconsin Businesses Create JobsCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today voted to reauthorize the U.S. Export–Import Bank (Ex-Im) and to provide it with the resources it needs to help American businesses increase exports and create jobs. The bill,...
Baldwin Fights Elder Abuse
May 2, 2012As the nation enters Older Americans Month, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) last week introduced legislation to support education, intervention and prevention of elder abuse. The End Abuse in Later Life Act (H.R. 4979) reauthorizes a program in the Violence...
Baldwin Statement on President Obama’s Speech on Afghanistan
May 2, 2012"President Obama’s speech marks a new chapter in U.S.- Afghanistan relations. Following the heinous, terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Congress approved, and I supported, the use of military force in Afghanistan against the perpetrators of those attacks and...
Baldwin Lauds Grants to Community Health Centers
May 1, 2012Will Create Jobs, Strengthen Families, and Save Money Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin praised new grants announced today, made possible by the health care reform law, that will help build, expand and improve community health centers in Wisconsin and nationwide. Access Community...
Baldwin Seeks Justice for Taxpayers, Fairness for Wisconsin Manufacturers
April 27, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) this week sent a letter to Obama Administration officials requesting detailed information about at least $1 billion owed to U.S. taxpayers due to inadequate enforcement of U.S. trade remedy laws.The letter, sent to Secretary of Commerce...
Baldwin Targets Senior Financial Fraud
April 27, 2012As the nation prepares to observe Elder Abuse Awareness Month in May, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced legislation to help protect vulnerable seniors from financial scams. The Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2012 (H.R. 4846) will help stop abusive...
Baldwin Calls on Republicans to Make Smart Choices
April 26, 2012Urges Saving Money by Allowing Medicare to Negotiate Drug Prices, Not Denying Health Care to Sick Kids and Seniors As the House Energy and Commerce (E & C) Committee debated budget cuts to reduce the federal deficit on Wednesday, Congresswoman Tammy...
KOHL, BALDWIN MEET WITH EPA ADMINISTRATOR TO PRESS FOR RELIEF FROM RULE AFFECTING WISCONSIN PAPER COMPANIES
April 25, 2012State’s paper companies need more time to comply with rule on reduced emissions on industrial boilers WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today met with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lisa Jackson to press for...
Baldwin Repeats Call for Vote on the Buffett Rule
April 19, 2012“It’s about fairness, plain and simple.” During floor debate in the House of Representatives today on a separate tax bill, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin seized the opportunity to force a vote on her measure to enact the Buffett Rule to promote...
Baldwin, Kind, Kohl Pleased by Public Safety Retirement Resolution
April 18, 2012Treasury Decision Keeps Seasoned Police and Fire Fighters on the Job WASHINGTON – U.S. Reps. Tammy Baldwin and Ron Kind and U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl today lauded a rule modification by the Treasury Department that prevents massive retirements among Wisconsin public...
Baldwin Says Momentum for “Buffett Rule” is Building
April 17, 2012“When it comes to tax fairness, the people deserve to know where we stand and with whom.”On this Tax Day, as middle class Wisconsinites dutifully pay their fair share to keep our country strong, momentum is building in the House...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On Today’s Senate Vote on the Buffett Rule
April 16, 2012“I applaud Senator Whitehouse’s leadership in bringing our legislation, the Paying a Fair Share Act, to a vote in the United States Senate. It’s clear from today’s vote that a majority of Senators support the ‘Buffett Rule’ to institute tax...
Baldwin Calls For House Vote on Buffett Rule
April 9, 2012Urges up or down vote to “restore fairness to our tax system” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today called on House leaders to bring her legislation to the floor to enact the Buffett Rule. The Paying a Fair Share Act (H.R....
Baldwin Condemns Violence at Clinic
April 2, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today condemned the bombing last night at the Planned Parenthood Clinic in Grand Chute, Wisconsin. “We have to ask, ‘Was the bombing meant to chill political discourse or scare the women who use the Planned Parenthood clinic...
Baldwin Backs Responsible Budget Alternative
March 29, 2012Opposes Republican Effort to End Medicare Guarantee and Provide Tax Breaks for Wealthy Special Interests Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today voted in support of a Democratic budget plan focused on job creation, economic growth, and a balanced approach to deficit reduction....
Baldwin Cosponsors Transportation Bill
March 28, 2012Calls on House Republican Leadership to Stop Playing Games and Do What’s Best for the Country Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined more than 100 of her House colleagues in cosponsoring a bipartisan transportation bill (H.R. 14) that passed the Senate with...
Baldwin Effort to Keep Student Loan Interest Rate Low Blocked
March 28, 2012Would Have Instituted “Buffett Rule” and Prevented Doubling of Stafford Loan Interest Rate Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin’s (D-WI) budget amendment that would have instituted the “Buffett Rule” and prevented a sharp increase in a student loan interest rate was blocked today in...
Baldwin and Kohl Push Treasury on Regulation Affecting Wisconsin’s Police and Fire Fighters
March 28, 2012WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl are urging Treasury Secretary Timothy J. Geithner to clarify its pending regulation in order to avoid mass retirements by Wisconsin public safety employees by year’s end.Baldwin and Kohl wrote to...
Baldwin Measure to Protect Wisconsin Manufacturers Now Law
March 13, 2012Law will restore U.S. protections against cheating by China President Obama today signed into law a measure to protect American manufacturers from unfair foreign competition, building on legislation introduced by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) with Congressman Reid Ribble (R-WI). The bipartisan...
Baldwin Questions Air Force Restructuring That Would Cut Wisconsin Forces & Threaten National Security
March 7, 2012Enlists U.S. Senators & Representatives to Raise ConcernsCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin has enlisted Wisconsin Senators Herb Kohl and Ron Johnson, Wisconsin Representatives Jim Sensenbrenner, Tom Petri, Ron Kind, Gwen Moore, Reid Ribble and Sean Duffy, and Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger in...
Baldwin Condemns Oil Speculation that Drives Up Prices
March 6, 2012Calls on Regulators to Do Their JobCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin is calling on federal regulators to do their job and protect consumers from those on Wall Street who are selfishly driving up the price of gasoline. On Monday, Baldwin joined more...
House Includes Baldwin Measure to Protect Wisconsin Manufacturers
March 6, 2012Legislation Will Block China Cheating The House today took action to protect Wisconsin manufacturers from China cheating, building on legislation introduced by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) with Congressman Reid Ribble (R-WI). The bipartisan H.R. 4105 passed today (370-39) takes necessary...
Baldwin Hails Bipartisan Measure to Create Jobs, Improve Safety at Wisconsin-Minnesota Border
March 1, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today lauded House passage (339-80) of a bipartisan, bicameral measure to construct a new bridge over the St. Croix River linking Wisconsin and Minnesota that will create thousands of construction jobs.The new bridge will replace the existing...
Baldwin Says Time Running Out to Protect Wisconsin Manufacturers
February 29, 2012Urges Swift Action to Stop China CheatingCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today urged swift passage of legislation to block China’s unfair trade practices saying time is running out to protect Wisconsin manufacturers.Bipartisan legislation authored by Baldwin (CHEATS Act) was incorporated into...
Warren Buffett Endorses Baldwin’s “Buffett Rule” Legislation
February 22, 2012To Ensure that All Taxpayers Pay Their Fair ShareIn early February, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) in the House and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) in the Senate introduced the Paying a Fair Share Act, also known as "the Buffett Rule," to...
Baldwin Applauds Passage of Middle Class Tax Cut Extension
February 17, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today applauded passage of the extension of the payroll tax cut for 160 million Americans through the end of 2012. The legislation, which passed both the House of Representatives (on a vote of 293-132) and the...
Baldwin, Ribble Seek Remedies for Wisconsin Paper Manufacturers
February 17, 2012Call China Out on Cheating WaysCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), joined by Congressman Reid Ribble (R-WI), today introduced bipartisan legislation to protect American manufacturing, especially Wisconsin’s paper industry, from unfair Chinese trade practices. “American manufacturers deserve our full support in combating...
Baldwin Joins in Call to Hold China Accountable for Illegal and Unfair Auto Trade Practices
February 15, 2012Fighting to protect manufacturing jobs for Wisconsin workers, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has joined in a bipartisan letter to President Obama asking the Administration to challenge China’s unfair and anticompetitive auto trade practices by initiating a World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute.As...
Baldwin Alerts Holder to Diversion of Mortgage Settlement Funds by Wisconsin Governor Walker
February 14, 2012Says Future Monies Should Help Victims of Fraud & Abuse At a press conference today in Milwaukee, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that she is sending a letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to draw his attention to Wisconsin Governor...
Baldwin Calls on Walker, Van Hollen to Do Right by Defrauded Homeowners
February 10, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today sent a letter to Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen expressing her strong objection to their plan to deflect money intended to provide relief to victims of mortgage fraud and use it...
Baldwin Blasts Walker for Taking Settlement Funds
February 10, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today blasted Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker for taking money intended for victims of mortgage fraud and using it for his state budget deficit. “The actions of the Governor are outrageous,” said Baldwin. “He is taking money...
Baldwin Responds to Mortgage Settlement
February 9, 2012Calls it a “good first step” Today’s announcement of a $25 billion settlement between the federal government, 49 states and the District of Columbia, and the nation’s 5 largest mortgage servicers over foreclosure abuses represents the second largest civil settlement ever...
Baldwin Votes to Ban Insider Trading by Members of Congress
February 9, 2012Decries Political Games that Weakens the Bill Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today voted for, and the House passed (417-2), a long-sought measure that would ban insider trading by Members of Congress. The STOCK Act (Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge – S....
Baldwin Advocacy Preserves Weatherization Program
February 8, 2012to Create Jobs, Lower Energy BillsCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin’s forceful advocacy on behalf of Wisconsin families and businesses has averted potentially devastating cuts to a program that has helped more than 30,500 Wisconsin families save an average $400 per year on...
Kohl, Baldwin, Kind, Moore Call on Walker to Obey Law and Lift Cap on Family Care
February 7, 2012Delay Hurts Wisconsin Families, Puts Jobs at RiskWashington – U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, joined by Congressman Ron Kind and Congresswoman Gwen Moore, today called on Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker to follow the law and lift the...
Baldwin Introduces "Buffett Rule" to Ensure Tax Fairness, Protect Middle Class
February 6, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced in the House the Paying a Fair Share Act (H.R. 3903), also known as "the Buffett Rule," to help level the playing field between middle class taxpayers and millionaires and billionaires. Baldwin's legislation is...
Baldwin to Introduce "Buffett Rule" to Ensure Tax Fairness, Protect Middle Class
February 3, 2012Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced today that she will introduce in the House on Monday the Paying a Fair Share Act, also known as "the Buffett Rule," to help level the playing field between middle class taxpayers and millionaires...
Baldwin Applauds Creation of Mortgage Crisis Unit in the Dept. of Justice
January 25, 2012“As one who has been urging Attorney General Eric Holder to hold accountable those big banks and lenders that perpetrated mortgage fraud on millions of homeowners, I am pleased that President Obama is creating a new Mortgage Crisis Unit in...
Baldwin Statement on President Obama's State of the Union Address
January 24, 2012“President Obama did a fabulous job of laying out a blueprint for building a stronger America both in the short term and in the long term.The President tonight was very much in touch with what’s happening in this country and...
Baldwin Opposed to SOPA in Current Form
January 18, 2012Calls for Balanced Approach to Piracy I do not believe it is the responsibility of Internet service providers to become the police of the Internet. Nor should they be charged with the responsibility to shut down access to pirate websites....
Baldwin Applauds Decision to Remove Gray Wolf in Wisconsin from Endangered Species List
December 21, 2011Baldwin Led Congressional Delegation Effort Requesting Delisting Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today thanked the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) for its decision to remove wolves from the Endangered Species Act protection in Wisconsin.Baldwin led efforts in the Wisconsin Congressional Delegation...
Baldwin Condemns Republican Obstruction of Tax Cut
December 20, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today condemned House Republicans for blocking consideration of a bipartisan Senate compromise to extend the middle class payroll tax cut and unemployment insurance for Americans who are out of work through no fault of their own....
Baldwin on Preventing Government Shutdown
December 16, 2011Statement on House Passage of H.R. 2055, the Consolidated Appropriations Act to Fund the Federal Government through the Remainder of Fiscal Year 2012 “Today, I joined a majority of my colleagues in voting for this bipartisan compromise to avoid a government...
Baldwin Blasts Republican Posturing on Taxes, Says Middle Class Should Not Be Pawns in Partisan Game
December 13, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today blasted House Republicans for holding the middle class payroll tax cuts hostage for partisan gain. With middle class payroll tax cuts set to expire on December 31st, the Republican-led House passed a so-called extension bill...
Baldwin Supports Ban on Insider Trading by Members of Congress
December 12, 2011Republican Leaders Block Consideration of BillCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has joined a bipartisan group of more than 200 House Members in supporting legislation that would ban insider trading by Members of Congress. Despite support from more than 70 Members of...
Baldwin Blasts Walker Gamesmanship on BadgerCare
December 9, 2011Walker's Needlessly Short Timetable Just a Smokescreen to Boot Tens of Thousands of Wisconsinites off BadgerCare MADISON-- Tammy Baldwin today issued the following statement on the Centers on Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) announcement that they are unable to make a...
Baldwin Asks Wisconsin Attorney General to Pursue Justice for Homeowners
December 9, 2011Says Hold Big Banks Accountable for Fraudulent ActionsContinuing her quest for justice in the mortgage settlement talks between the Department of Justice, state attorneys general, and Wall Street banks involved in mortgage fraud, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has sent a...
Baldwin: GOP Hides True Agenda in Fake “Farm Dust” Bill
December 8, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today condemned Republican legislation that would weaken regulation of particle pollution from mining, smelting and other industrial activities under the guise of “farm dust.” Speaking before the House of Representatives, Baldwin said, “if we were...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) On Ruling of U.S. District Court Judge Jed Rakoff Rejecting a Settlement between the SEC and Citigroup on a 2007 Mortgage Derivatives Deal
November 28, 2011“I applaud Judge Rakoff’s ruling that a $285 million settlement between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Citigroup is ‘neither fair, nor reasonable, nor adequate, nor in the public interest.’There are two equally important principles at stake. One is...
Statement On the Retirement of Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA)
November 28, 2011“With the retirement of Congressman Barney Frank, the House will lose one of its smartest, wittiest, and most progressive voices. In a time of deep economic turmoil and unscrupulous financial practices, Barney led the Financial Services Committee and the House...
Domestic Partnership Benefits & Obligations Legislation for Federal Employees Would End Disparities, Help Attract and Retain Top Talent
November 18, 2011Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL) today introduced the Domestic Partnership Benefits and Obligations Act of 2011. The bill would put the federal government on par with a majority of Fortune 500 companies by extending employee benefit programs...
Baldwin Votes to Create Jobs, Support Veterans
November 16, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today voted for legislation that will create jobs for American veterans. The VOW to Hire Heroes Act passed today in the House now goes to President Obama who is expected to sign it into law.“We owe...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On Veterans’ Day 2011
November 11, 2011“For more than eighty years, Veterans’ Day has held special meaning. This Friday, the eleventh day of the eleventh month of the eleventh year of this century, has heightened significance.We celebrate the fact that our brave troops still stationed in...
Baldwin Statement on Senate Passage of VOW to Hire Heroes Act
November 10, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin issued this statement following today’s Senate’s passage of the “VOW to Hire Heroes Act.”“I applaud Senate passage of this legislation that will help create jobs for our veterans. In this economy, creating jobs for all who want...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On Veterans’ Day 2011
November 10, 2011“For more than eighty years, Veterans’ Day has held special meaning. This Friday, the eleventh day of the eleventh month of the eleventh year of this century, has heightened significance.We celebrate the fact that our brave troops still stationed in...
Members of Congress Tell LGBT Youth “It Gets Better”
November 8, 2011The Co-Chairs of the Congressional LGBT Caucus today released a video message of hope and encouragement to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth and those questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressmen...
Baldwin Invites Veterans to Virtual Online Job Fair
November 8, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) invites Wisconsin veterans to participate in a virtual, online job fair on November 10, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Central Time. The event is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in partnership...
Baldwin Tells Congress to “Buy American”
November 4, 2011Says Coast Guard Should Buy American-Made Ship Engines Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) yesterday told members of the House Rules Committee that the Coast Guard’s history of buying ship engines from overseas manufacturers is “just plain wrong,” and introduced a measure...
Baldwin Seeks Justice for Middle Class Homeowners
November 3, 2011Seeks Penalties for Mortgage Companies that Defrauded Them Congresswoman Baldwin will introduce in the House this week a resolution regarding the proposed settlement between the Department of Justice, state attorneys general, and mortgage servicers whose fraudulent practices devastated millions of American...
Baldwin Stands Up for Middle Class Homeowners
November 1, 2011Tells Attorney General Consumers Must Have Path to Recover LossesCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today led colleagues in standing up for millions of homeowners across the nation who were victims of fraudulent practices by the nation’s biggest banks. In a letter...
Baldwin Applauds Obama’s College Loan Plan
October 31, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s executive action to lessen the strain of student loan debt on new college graduates.“I applaud President Obama’s move to lessen the strain on new graduates of repaying...
Sensenbrenner, Baldwin Push for Small Business/Entrepreneur Protections
October 27, 2011Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), in a joint letter to David Kappos, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property, urged the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to consider small innovators and research universities in...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On Announcement of Iraq Troop Withdrawal
October 21, 2011“I applaud President Obama’s decision to bring our troops home from Iraq by the end of this year. This announcement is long overdue. Our servicemen and women in Iraq have served bravely and honorably. They and their families have sacrificed...
Baldwin Denounces Republican Assault on Women’s Reproductive Rights
October 14, 2011Urges Republicans to Respect Women’s Important Life Decisions & Refocus on Country’s Priorities: Jobs and Growing the Economy Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) denounced Republican efforts to restrict a woman’s right to reproductive health care and said job creation must be...
Baldwin Says Trade Agreements Will Hurt Middle Class
October 12, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) spoke out against proposed trade agreements with Panama, South Korea, and Colombia, saying that similar agreements have rewarded corporations at the expense of the middle class. “Trade agreements should be in the best interests of...
Baldwin Leads Delegation Support to Remove Gray Wolf in Wisconsin from Endangered Species List
September 26, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is leading efforts in the Wisconsin Congressional Delegation to delist the gray wolf in Wisconsin and the Western Great Lakes from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife.Working with the Wisconsin Department of Natural...
Baldwin Measure Adds 1 Million Young Adults to Health Care Rolls
September 21, 2011Thanks to a measure introduced by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), an additional one million young adults have obtained health care coverage over the past year. The new data were released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....
Baldwin Statement on DADT Repeal
September 20, 2011“Today marks a new chapter in our nation’s continuing quest for equal rights for all. With the end of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,’ America’s armed forces are stronger, our policies are fairer, and our moral compass guides a truer course.My...
Statement on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11
September 9, 2011“On September 11th our thoughts go to the horrific attacks of ten years ago. We honor the memory of all those who were lost on that day and in years since in pursuit of justice and freedom. And we continue...
Baldwin Agrees “It’s Time We Take Bold Action”
September 8, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) responded to President Obama’s speech tonight saying:“It was great to hear the President make a strong demand for action now. I have been fighting to put people back to work right away rebuilding our crumbling roads...
Statement on House Passage of Bill to Raise the Debt Ceiling
August 1, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On House Passage of Bill to Raise the Debt Ceiling August 1, 2011 “While preventing a default crisis is a necessary step, the deal before us today is not a good deal for hard...
Statement on Opposing Republican Games that Jeopardize the Economy
July 29, 2011“I strongly oppose and, today, voted against a Republican budget plan put forth solely for partisan and theatrical purposes. Like thousands of Wisconsinites who’ve contacted me, I’m angry about these political games. House Republicans already know their plan is unacceptable...
Baldwin Objects to Oil Pipeline Shortcuts
July 26, 2011Praises Labor Agreement Benefitting American WorkersToday, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin voted against a bill (H. R. 1938) that would cut short the permitting process for a proposed trans-continental oil sands pipeline project that would traverse the United States from north to...
Baldwin Statement on Certifying the Repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
July 22, 2011“The certification of the repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ marks another historic milestone in our struggle for equal rights for all Americans. For the first time, lesbian and gay servicemembers will be accorded the rights and dignity they deserve....
Baldwin Helps Rural Hospitals
July 14, 2011Today, 40 Wisconsin hospitals will receive increased Medicare reimbursement payments. The $12.5 million in new payments seek to address geographic inequities in Medicare hospital reimbursements. Rural Hospitals, including many in Wisconsin, are often underpaid for their services in comparison to...
Baldwin, Hagan Seek Healthy Media for Youth
July 13, 2011Washington, DC – Senator Kay Hagan (D-NC) and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced the Healthy Media for Youth Act in their respective chambers. The bill seeks to improve media literacy for youth and to encourage the promotion of healthier...
Baldwin Urges Legislature to Accept Benefits for Unemployed
July 11, 2011With thousands of hardworking Wisconsinites struggling with long-term unemployment, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has sent a letter to members of the Wisconsin State Legislature urging them to act quickly to allow extended federal unemployment benefits to flow to Wisconsin’s unemployed.“Wisconsin...
Statement on the 45th Anniversary of the Implementation of Medicare
July 1, 2011“Forty-five years ago today, America’s senior citizens began to have their health care costs covered by Medicare. For the first time, grandmothers and grandfathers, often living on fixed, limited incomes, could receive the medical care they needed without fear of...
Statement on the Pace of Troop Withdrawal from Afghanistan
June 22, 2011“In the past week, two more young Wisconsin soldiers died in Afghanistan. I grieve for the loss of life and for their families. Our troops must be brought home safely and soon from Afghanistan and Iraq. For a decade now, U.S. troops...
Baldwin Seeks Patent Protections for Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs
June 22, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today sought to strengthen patent protections for small businesses and entrepreneurs.During House debate of the America Invents Act (H.R. 1249), Baldwin offered an amendment opposing the expansion of “prior user rights” in patent law with her colleague,...
Baldwin Blasts Bill that Takes Food Out of the Mouths of Babes
June 17, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today blasted House Republicans for passing legislation that takes food out of the mouths of babies and young children in order to continue rewarding Wall Street Bankers and billionaires.On a party-line vote of 217-203, the House yesterday...
Baldwin Tells Congress to “Buy American,” Says Coast Guard Should Buy American-Made Ship Engines
June 2, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today told her colleagues the Coast Guard’s history of buying ship engines from European manufacturers is “just plain wrong,” and introduced a measure to “Buy American.” During debate over the Fiscal Year 2012, Homeland Security Appropriations H.R. 2017,...
Baldwin Names Ken Reidy LD
May 25, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has appointed Ken Reidy as Legislative Director, succeeding Elissa Levin who is now Manager of Government & Regulatory Affairs for Direct Energy, an energy retailer. Reidy is no stranger to Capitol Hill, having moved up the...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the retirement announcement of Senator Herb Kohl
May 13, 2011Senator Kohl has been a great champion for all of Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate. He has always done the right thing, regardless of the political winds. His emphasis on improving the quality of life for Wisconsin’s children and seniors...
Baldwin Honors Local Student Artists
May 11, 2011Calling the occasion “one of the great pleasures of my job,” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced the winners of the 2011 Congressional Art Competition. At a reception on Saturday, May 7, at the Verona Public Library, Baldwin awarded certificates to student...
Baldwin and LaTourette Advocate for Community Access TV
May 5, 2011Public, Educational, Governmental Channels Need Support Washington, DC - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Steve LaTourette (R-OH) today introduced the Community Access Preservation (CAP) Act of 2011(H.R. 1746) to address severe challenges faced by public, educational, and government...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the Death of Osama bin Laden
May 2, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the Death of Osama bin Laden “I applaud President Obama and our intelligence and military personnel who skillfully carried out this successful mission. My thoughts are with all of the families who...
Kohl, Baldwin, Kind, Moore Press Governor to Drop SeniorCare Changes from Budget
April 20, 2011Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and U.S. Representatives Ron Kind, Tammy Baldwin and Gwen Moore urged the Walker Administration to stop pursuing proposed changes to the popular SeniorCare prescription drug program included in the state budget...
Statement on House Passage of Republican Budget
April 15, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) On House Passage of Republican Budget That Ends Guarantee of Medicare April 15, 2011 “This is a sad day for America. Today, House Republicans unilaterally voted to end Medicare as we know it. Republicans...
National Day Of Silence Fights Violence and Discrimination Against LGBT Youth
April 15, 2011Congressman Eliot Engel (D-NY) and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) applaud everyone who is taking part in today’s National Day of Silence, coordinated nationally by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN). The Day of Silence is a day in...
Baldwin Asks A.G. Holder to Investigate Waukesha Vote Reporting
April 9, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) last night sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder asking for a federal investigation into the questionable handling of vote records in Waukesha County.Baldwin wrote Holder, “Following this week’s election for the Wisconsin Supreme...
Baldwin Responds to Republican Budget Proposal
April 5, 2011While Republican’s refuse to negotiate in good faith on this year’s budget, and the federal government faces the possibility of a shutdown at the end of this week, House Republicans today unveiled their budget proposal for next year. Congresswoman Tammy...
Statement on the Possibility of a Federal Government Shutdown
April 1, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the Possibility of a Federal Government Shutdown April 1, 2011 “Americans rightly expect their elected officials to work together to address the great challenges now facing our nation. So, it is particularly disheartening that...
Baldwin Statement On Justice Department Settlement with Dean Foods
March 31, 2011Company Must Sell Its Waukesha Processing Plant“I am very pleased that the U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) has reached a proposed settlement requiring Dean Foods Company to sell its Waukesha processing plant and related assets acquired from the Foremost Farms...
Baldwin Lauds Report on LGBT Health Issues
March 31, 2011Will Introduce Legislation to Support Recommendations to Eliminate LGBT Health DisparitiesCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) congratulated the National Academies’ Institute of Medicine (IOM) on its report issued today, “The Health of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender People: Building a Foundation for...
Statement on the Introduction of ENDA
March 30, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)on Today’s Introduction in Congress of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) March 30, 2011 “It is extremely important for Congress to recognize and address discrimination that exists in employment against people on the basis...
Statement on U.S. Military Action in Libya
March 29, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy BaldwinOn U.S. Military Action in Libya March 28, 2011 “I oppose the current engagement of U.S. military forces in Libya. Our nation cannot afford a third war and Congress has not authorized it.For a decade now, the...
Baldwin Statement In Support of NPR
March 17, 2011On Thursday, the House voted along party lines (228-192) to ban federal funding for National Public Radio. Before the vote, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) spoke on the House floor in opposition to the bill. “Mr. Speaker, I rise today in...
Statement on WI Senate Vote to End Collective Bargaining
March 10, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy BaldwinOn WI State Senate Vote to End Collective Bargaining for Public EmployeesMarch 9, 2011“Tonight's vote by the WI State Senate is sad and shameful. It demonstrates total disrespect for the law and for the people of...
Baldwin Proposes Study of Critical Care to Improve Quality and Reduce Costs
March 9, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced legislation to ensure that critically ill and injured patients continue to receive the highest-quality care. The Critical Care Assessment and Improvement Act of 2011 is designed to identify gaps in the current medical critical...
Baldwin Measure to Protect Public Health Passes House
March 9, 2011Baldwin Measure to Protect Public Health Passes House Will Add Veterinarians to Combat & Prevent Disease The House, on Tuesday, passed legislation authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) that confronts public health threats by investing in the public health...
Baldwin Seeks to Speed Ratification of Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)
March 8, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) chose today, International Women’s Day, to introduce legislation to speed ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to the Constitution.“The ERA is intended to ensure equality for women and men in all areas of society,” said...
Urging House Republican Leaders Not to Defend DOMA
March 4, 2011Lead Sponsors of DOMA-Repeal Bill Urge House Republican Leaders Not to Defend the1996 Law Reps. Nadler, Frank, Baldwin, Polis, Cicilline, and Conyers urge Bipartisan Legal Advisory Group to take a stand against discrimination FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 4,...
Statement on WI Assembly Passage of Special Session SB 11 (Budget Repair Bill)
February 25, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy BaldwinOn Wisconsin Assembly Passage ofSpecial Session SB 11 (Budget Repair Bill) “The passage of Governor Walker’s budget repair bill in the State Assembly marks a sad day in Wisconsin history. Nevertheless, our fight to preserve the rights...
Baldwin Statement on DOMA
February 23, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy BaldwinOn the Announcement that the Department of JusticeWill Not Defend the Defense of Marriage Act "I welcome the news that the Department of Justice will not be defending the Defense of Marriage Act in two important cases...
Baldwin On DOMA Repeal
February 23, 2011“Those of us who have been fighting the battle to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act since it became law, have long known that we have fairness and justice on our side. Now, after years of educating and agitating,...
In Support of Public Broadcasting
February 17, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin In Support of Public Broadcasting February 17, 2011 “For more than forty years, public broadcasting has informed, educated, and enriched the lives of millions of Americans. In small towns throughout Wisconsin, public radio and TV...
Baldwin Speaks Out Against Harmful Budget Cuts
February 16, 2011Seeks to Maintain Funds for Community Health Centers, Stands in Solidarity with WisconsinitesCongresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) took to the House floor Tuesday to oppose Republican efforts to cut funding for vital services proposed in H.R. 1, the Continuing Appropriations Act...
Baldwin Measure to Protect Public Health Passes Key Committee
February 15, 2011Will Add Veterinarians to Combat & Prevent Disease The House Energy and Commerce Committee today passed legislation authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) that confronts public health threats by investing in the public health veterinary workforce. The Veterinary Public Health...
Standing in Solidarity with Wisconsin Workers
February 14, 2011Governor Walker’s effort to balance our state’s budget on the backs of hard-working public employees is both reckless and dangerous. For decades, unions have protected safety on the job and strengthened working families. If cuts must be made, and we...
Baldwin Calls Out Republicans on Their Hypocrisy
February 11, 2011Says, “Focus on jobs, not restricting women’s rights!”Saying she wanted to force her Republican colleagues to “focus on jobs and not on restricting women’s rights,” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today attempted to amend an extreme measure she opposes that would...
Baldwin Joins Colleagues in Standing Up to GOP Assault on Women’s Health and Rights
February 9, 2011WASHINGTON – Today, as Republicans launched their second hearing to advance an all-out assault on women’s health and rights, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined colleagues on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Pro-Choice Caucus to condemn the...
Baldwin Named to Subcommittee on Health and Subcommittee on Environment & the Economy
February 4, 2011Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has secured membership on two key subcommittees of the 112th Congress. A member of the powerful House Committee on Energy & Commerce, Baldwin also sits on its Subcommittee on Health and the Subcommittee on Environment &...
Representatives Call to Give Benefits Earned to Those Discharged Under “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
February 3, 2011Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (D-Wis.), Barney Frank (D-Mass.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Jared Polis (D-Colo.) and David Cicilline (D-R.I.) wrote to the Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs to ensure that gays and lesbians discharged under “Don’t...
Statement on Federal Court Ruling on Health Care Reform
January 31, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Today’s Federal Court Ruling on Health Care Reform January 31, 2011 “This is not the first, nor will it be the last, challenge to the health care reform law that will, ultimately, be...
Baldwin Statement on Murder of David Kato
January 27, 2011Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the Murder of Ugandan LGBT Advocate David Kato January 27, 2011 “I am deeply saddened and greatly angered by the brutal murder of Ugandan LGBT advocate David Kato. I extend my condolences to David’s...
Baldwin: Health Care Reform Benefits Wisconsin Families
January 19, 2011Repeal would especially hurt children, young adults and seniors Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) today voted against Republican efforts to repeal health care reform. The legislation was adopted by a vote of 245-189. Speaking on the floor of the House of...
Statement on the Shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and Others in Arizona
January 8, 2011“I am shocked and saddened beyond words by the horrific shooting of my colleague, Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ), members of her staff, and others at a supermarket in Arizona. Rep. Giffords was meeting with her constituents, holding public office hours...
Baldwin Fights Efforts to Repeal Health Care Reforms
January 7, 2011As House Republicans introduced legislation to repeal health care reforms, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) offered an amendment this week that would retain benefit protection for young adults.
Statement on the Senate Vote to Repeal "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell"
December 18, 2010Today, the Senate followed the House’s earlier action in passing legislation to repeal the military’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy – a policy that forbids gay and lesbian service members from living and serving openly and honestly. Once signed by...
Baldwin Honors Wisconsin Badgers in House Resolution
December 17, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced, and the House passed, H.Res. 1767, a House resolution commending the Wisconsin Badger football team for an outstanding season and for their 2011 Rose Bowl bid. The resolution garnered bipartisan support.Baldwin praised not just team...
Legislation Helps Keep Jobs in Wisconsin
December 15, 2010Area Companies to Benefit from Navy ContractsBy voice vote this morning, the House of Representatives passed legislation (H.R. 6494) that Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin strongly supports to authorize the Navy to sign contracts for 20 Navy vessels, half of which will...
Statement on House Vote (250-175) to Repeal "Don’t Ask, Don't Tell"
December 15, 2010“It’s an historic day. As founder and Co-Chair of the LGBT Equality Caucus in Congress, I can tell you that repealing ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ has been one of our Caucus’ top priorities and we have educated and cajoled and...
Statement on Announcement that Wisconsin's High Speed Rail Money Will Go, Instead, to Other States
December 9, 2010“This is a terribly sad day for Wisconsin. By pledging to stop the high speed rail project in our state, Governor-elect Walker is denying jobs to Wisconsinites when they are desperately needed and sending the message that Wisconsin is not...
Baldwin Condemns Republican Opposition to Cost-of-Living Increase for Seniors
December 8, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today condemned House Republicans’ opposition to a Social Security cost-of-living increase for seniors calling it a “slap in the face to some of our most vulnerable citizens.” The Seniors Protection Act (H.R. 5987), voted on today...
Emergency Housing Assistance for Unemployed Wisconsinites
October 5, 2010Washington, D.C. – Today Wisconsin Senators Russ Feingold and Herb Kohl and Congresswomen Gwen Moore and Tammy Baldwin praised the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) support for unemployed Wisconsinites who are at risk of foreclosure. HUD announced today...
New Credit Cardholder Protections in Effect August 22
August 20, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced today that two consumer protections resulting from the Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights will go into effect on Sunday, August 22. The President signed the bill in May 2009 and most of the bill’s provisions became...
Baldwin's Efforts Preserve WI Health Services, Prevent Budget Cuts
August 10, 2010House Passes Measure, President Will Sign into Law Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin’s efforts to preserve health care services for low income individuals and families and prevent massive budget cuts in Wisconsin were successful today when the House passed (247-161) H.R. 1586,...
Baldwin Named "Best in Congress" for Working Families
August 10, 2010Working Mother Magazine, Corporate Voices for Working Families Give Kohl, Baldwin Award for Leadership in Congress Milwaukee, WI -- Working Mother magazine and Corporate Voices for Working Families today announced that U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin have...
Statement On Federal Court Ruling that CA Same-Sex Marriage Ban is Unconstitutional
August 4, 2010“We live in a democracy wherein majority rule is checked and balanced by the guarantee of inalienable minority rights. This case, as it wends its way up to the U.S. Supreme Court, presents jurists with fundamental questions about minority rights...
Baldwin Helps Bring Jobs, Spur Economic Development in Town of Madison
August 2, 2010An economic development project in one of the most economically depressed and crime-ridden neighborhoods in Dane County will receive federal support thanks to the efforts of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin. Baldwin secured $500,000 in the Fiscal Year 2011 Transportation, Housing and...
Baldwin Helps Create Jobs, Improve Rail Safety
August 2, 2010As work continues on a high speed rail line linking Chicago, Milwaukee, and Madison, and, eventually, the Twin Cities, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured federal funds to help create jobs and up DATE warning devices at highway/railroad crossings in Columbia...
Baldwin Helps Victims of Domestic Violence
August 1, 2010Efforts to build a desperately-needed shelter in Dane County for victims of domestic abuse received a boost when Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) secured federal funds to help jumpstart the project. At the request of Domestic Abuse Intervention Services, Inc. (DAIS),...
Baldwin Seeks Messages from Home to Bring to Wisconsin Troops
July 30, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced that she will be traveling very soon to meet with U.S. troops serving in Afghanistan, including some from Wisconsin. She invites email messages from home to deliver to them. Baldwin is part of a small, Congressional...
House Passes Baldwin Bill to Counter Crimes Against Seniors
July 29, 2010The House today passed (335-81) bipartisan legislation authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), the Senior Financial Empowerment Act (H.R. 3040), to help stop abusive mail, telemarketing, and Internet fraud targeting seniors. Although it is difficult to estimate the prevalence of...
Baldwin Continues Efforts to Preserve PEG Channels
July 22, 2010Speaking yesterday to her colleagues on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) advocated strongly for preserving public, educational, and governmental (PEG) TV channels and community access television stations. Baldwin’s remarks came as the House Committee on...
Baldwin Keeps Pressure on for Flood Relief Funds
July 14, 2010With the House poised to take up legislation this week on flood insurance reform priorities, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has introduced an amendment to release payments that are due to Jefferson County residents whose homes were rendered uninhabitable by the 2008...
Statement on the National HIV/AIDS Strategy
July 14, 2010“I commend President Obama and his Office of National AIDS Policy for producing the first-ever comprehensive federal strategy to combat the AIDS epidemic. I agree that we must reduce the number of people that become infected, increase access to care,...
Statement on Judge Tauro's Ruling Striking Down Part of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA)
July 9, 2010“I am thrilled by Judge Tauro’s decision that declares part of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) unconstitutional. This is a tremendous victory for all who believe in equal rights and a dramatic confirmation of justice under law. By ruling...
Statement On Vote to Expeditiously End U.S. Military Involvement in Afghanistan
July 2, 2010“It is time to bring our troops safely home from Afghanistan.Last night, I voted against continued funding of a war in Afghanistan that has no end in sight, no clear mission, and increasing American casualties. In 2001, I voted in favor...
Statement On House Approval of Emergency FEMA funds
July 2, 2010“Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed a supplemental appropriations bill that includes emergency funding for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). When released, these funds should free up payments to those Jefferson County residents whose homes were rendered uninhabitable by...
Statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court Ruling in McConkey v. J.B. Van Hollen, et al.
June 30, 2010“Like many Wisconsinites, I am disappointed in the substantive effect of today’s Wisconsin Supreme Court decision in the case of McConkey v. J.B. Van Hollen, et al. The ballot initiative that spurred this case was more a matter of politics...
Statement on the 60th Anniversary of the Start of the Korean War
June 23, 2010“Sixty years ago this week, communist North Korea invaded the Republic of Korea to its south, beginning the Korean War. Nearly 1.79 million American service members (132,000 of them from Wisconsin) joined with forces of the Republic of Korea and...
Baldwin Brings Plight of Jefferson County Flood Victims to Washington
June 17, 2010Calls on Federal Government to Respond Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin took to the House floor Tuesday night to air the grievances of her constituents in Jefferson County whose homes were damaged after the 2008 flood and who have not yet...
Statement on President Obama's Speech on the Gulf Coast Oil Spill
June 15, 2010“The tragedy in the Gulf Coast has affected us all. Our anger and frustration over the devastation matches the force of the oil gushing from the well. Our hearts go out to the families of those whose lives were lost...
"Donut Hole" Checks In the Mail to Many WI Seniors
June 11, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced that Medicare has begun mailing out $250 “donut hole” checks to seniors in Wisconsin and throughout the country. Under the recently enacted health reform law, seniors who fall in the donut hole coverage gap in 2010...
Statement on Israel and Gaza
June 4, 2010“I was deeply troubled to learn of the violence and loss of life when six ships delivering humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip were attacked last week. My heart goes out to the many innocent victims. The ongoing violence in...
Statement on Presidential Memorandum Extending Benefits to Same-Sex Domestic Partners of Federal Employees
June 3, 2010“I am encouraged to see President Obama take yet another step toward full equality for LGBT Americans. Yesterday’s memorandum requiring executive agencies to extend to the same-sex domestic partners of federal employees a number of meaningful benefits will make a...
Statement on Repealing "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
May 27, 2010“The repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,’ marks another important milestone in our struggle for equal rights for all Americans. Forcing service members to lie about their personal lives or face discharge and keeping qualified men and women from serving...
Floor Statement on Repealing "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
May 27, 2010“Today we have the opportunity to right a wrong. I rise in strong support of repealing the military’s ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy. Seventeen years after Congress passed ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,’ we know that it is a misguided, unjust,...
Baldwin Strengthens Safe Drinking Water Measure
May 19, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today strengthened H.R. 5320, the “Assistance, Quality, and Affordability Act of 2010” (“AQUA”), by successfully adding an amendment that addresses concerns about the presence of pharmaceuticals and other personal care products in our drinking water. According to...
Statement on Announcement that Congressman Obey Will Not Seek Reelection
May 5, 2010“Dave Obey holds a place of honor in the pantheon of great progressive voices, both in Wisconsin and in the U.S. House of Representatives. Like his heroes, Gaylord Nelson and "Fighting Bob" LaFollette, Dave was molded by the land and...
Baldwin, Obey Seek Status Upgrade for Ice Age and North Country Trails
May 3, 2010Designation Will Bring More Federal Support Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), joined by Congressman Dave Obey (D-WI) and 20 colleagues, has sent a bipartisan letter to the Director of the National Park Service (NPS), Jonathan Jarvis, requesting that “unit status” be...
Stimulus Funds Create Jobs
April 23, 2010Mt. Horeb Woman Grateful for Government Help Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today demonstrated how federal stimulus funds are creating health information technology (HIT) jobs in South Central Wisconsin for a program that will help lower the cost of health care, improve...
Baldwin, Poe, Wasserman Schultz Promote April as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
April 21, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Congressman Ted Poe (R-TX), and Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) have introduced a resolution supporting April as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. The legislation acknowledges survivors of sexual assault and supports the law enforcement,...
Baldwin Votes to Strengthen Veterans' Health Benefits
April 21, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted to ensure that veterans and their families get the care and support they need and deserve. The Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act (S. 1963) passed today in the House will reform and improve...
Statement on Presidential Memorandum regarding Hospital Visitation Rights
April 15, 2010“President Obama’s decision to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to take steps to ensure that hospitals participating in Medicare or Medicaid respect the rights of patients to receive visitors and designate others to make decisions about medical...
Baldwin Announces Assistance for Auto Workers to Retrain for New Clean Energy Jobs in Monroe
March 31, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced a federal-state funding partnership to provide up to 30 dislocated auto workers job opportunities in clean energy technology with the potential for many more jobs to come. Baldwin made the announcement at a press conference...
Statement on House Passage of Final Health Care Reform Reconciliation Bill
March 25, 2010The bill now goes to the President for his signature. “I am proud to have helped pass legislation that will bring access to health care to tens of thousands of Wisconsinites. With tonight’s passage of the reconciliation bill, we made...
Baldwin, Capito Seek Healthy Media for Youth
March 25, 2010Washington, DC – Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D- WI), joined by Congresswoman Shelley Moore Capito (R-W. VA), has introduced the Healthy Media for Youth Act (H.R. 4925), a bill to improve media literacy for youth and to encourage the promotion of...
Statement On House Passage of Historic Health Care Reform Legislation
March 21, 2010“I have worked my entire career to achieve health care for all. As I looked across the well of the House, I saw so many of my colleagues tearing up because, like me, they sensed the moment and the history...
Baldwin Joins in Resolution Commemorart 40th Anniversary of Earth Day and its Founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson
March 19, 2010As Many as One Billion People to Participate in Earth Day 2010 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined Wisconsin Congressman Dave Obey in introducing a resolution commemorating the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, 2010, and...
Rep. Baldwin Highlights Benefits of Health Reform to Wisconsinites
March 18, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today highlighted specific benefits that health insurance reform legislation will bring to people she represents in South Central Wisconsin. Under the bill, if you like the insurance you have now, you may keep it and it will...
Baldwin Announces Health Care Reform Cuts Deficit by $1.3 Trillion
March 18, 2010Expands Coverage to 32 Million Americans Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced that the health care reform bill will cut the nation’s deficit by $138 billion in the first 10 years and $1.2 trillion in the second ten years – the...
Floor Statement in Support of H. Con. Res. 248, Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Afghanistan
March 10, 2010“Madame Speaker, I rise today in support of the effort by my colleague from Ohio to draw our collective attention – both in this Congress and throughout the nation –to bringing our troops home from Afghanistan. In September 2001, following...
Baldwin Comments on Appropriations Changes
March 10, 2010The House Appropriations Committee today announced that it will not approve requests for earmarks that are directed to for-profit entities. Earmarks are requests for federal funds made directly by a Member of Congress as part of the appropriations process for...
House Passes Jobs Creation Bill
March 4, 2010Baldwin: “Putting Wisconsinites Back to Work is My #1 Priority” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today helped pass legislation to immediately create an estimated 300,000 new jobs without adding a dime to the federal deficit. The Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE)...
Statement on President Obama's Remarks on Health Insurance Reform
March 3, 2010“I agree with the President that the debate over health care reform is also a debate over what kind of country we want to be. It’s time to give hardworking American families the safety and security of affordable, quality health...
Baldwin, Frank, Polis, Nadler, Honda, Quigley Seek to End Discrimination for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Binational Families
February 9, 2010House Members Call on President, House, and Senate Leadership to Support Inclusive Immigration Reform Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Congressmen Barney Frank (D- MA), Jared Polis (D-CO), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Mike Honda (D-CA), and Mike Quigley (D-IL), joined by more than...
Baldwin to Host Business Seminar
February 8, 2010For Companies Interested in Export Market Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will host a seminar on Tuesday, February 16, from 1:30 – 4:30 PM for Wisconsin small and medium-sized businesses looking to grow their exports or enter the export market with support...
Baldwin, Gillibrand to Secretary Clinton: Save LGBT Refugees
February 4, 2010Washington, D.C. – With hundreds of LGBT individuals being beaten, persecuted and even killed in Iraq, Iran and other countries, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), joined by 11...
Statement on Committee Hearing on "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Policy
February 2, 2010“President Obama has done the right thing in calling for an end to the un-American and discriminatory ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy. I thank Chairman Levin for holding today’s hearing and was pleased to hear Secretary of Defense Gates and...
Statement on the State of the Union Address
January 27, 2010“I’m very pleased that President Obama made job creation, bolstering middle class families, and helping small business the centerpiece of tonight’s address and the cornerstone of our work for the rest of this year. Families here in Wisconsin are struggling...
Baldwin, Polis, Frank Lead Opposition to Ugandan Anti-Homosexuality Bill
January 21, 2010Send Letters to Presidents Obama and Museveni In strong opposition to pending legislation in Uganda that would outlaw homosexuality and make any form of sexual relations between persons of the same sex punishable by prison or even death, Congresswoman Tammy...
Statement on Supreme Court ruling on Campaign Finance
January 21, 2010Statement on Today’s Supreme Court Ruling that corporations may spend freely to support or oppose candi DATEs for president and Congress; and striking down provisions in the McCain-Feingold campaign finance bill that barred union- and corporate-paid issue ads in the...
Baldwin Supports Tax Deduction for Haiti Contributions
January 20, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted to help earthquake victims in Haiti by offering an immediate benefit to Americans who make charitable contributions to aid the region. The bipartisan legislation, passed unanimously in the House, will allow individuals to claim any...
Tammy & Tommy Team Up to Assist the Uninsured
January 1, 2010Madison, Wis -- Governor Tommy Thompson and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin pooled efforts to educate state residents about Wisconsin's new BadgerCare program. Baldwin and Thompson taped a public service announcement at Madison's Breese Stevens field that informs parents how they can...
Baldwin, Kohl, Obey Secure Funds for Ice Age Trail
January 1, 2010Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, Senator Herb Kohl, and Congressman Dave Obey announced today that they have secured $1 million in the FY 2005 federal omnibus budget bill passed today in Congress to help purchase additional land to preserve the Ice Age...
Baldwin Supports Added Steps to Create Jobs
December 16, 2009House Passes Legislation Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today supported, and the House passed (217-212), a measure that will create and save jobs by redirecting financial recovery funds from Wall Street to Main Street. The Jobs for Main Street Act (H.R. 2847)...
Statement on House Passage of the Iran Refined Petroleum Sanctions Act (H.R. 2194)
December 15, 2009“Today I voted against H.R. 2194, the Iran Refined Petroleum Sanctions Act of 2009. Iran has long been subject to U.S. economic sanctions and, more recently, to United Nations sanctions, over its uranium enrichment program and support for terror activities....
Statement On World AIDS Day
December 1, 2009“World AIDS Day serves as a somber reminder of the global pandemic that is as threatening as any we have ever known. The statistics are staggering. Since 1981, worldwide, more than 32 million people have died of AIDS. 33.4 million...
Statement On the Announced Troop Surge in Afghanistan
December 1, 2009“In 2001, I voted to authorize the use of force to bring to justice those responsible for the 9/11 terrorist attacks. I believe our current actions in Afghanistan and President Obama’s proposal for moving forward bear little resemblance to that...
Baldwin Lauds Historic Votes for LGBT Equality
November 18, 2009Domestic Partner Benefits Advance in House Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin lauded an historic vote in a House committee that moves the nation a step closer to equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Americans. The House Oversight and Government Reform...
Baldwin Attends Fort Hood Ceremony
November 10, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) attended today’s memorial ceremony at Ft. Hood, TX, flying there from Madison with Governor Jim Doyle. Two of the soldiers wounded in last week’s attack, Captain Dorie Carskadon and Specialist Grant Moxon, reside in Baldwin’s Congressional...
Baldwin Announces New VA Facility in Middleton
November 10, 2009Will Add Jobs and Boost Local Economy Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced that the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has signed a twenty year lease on property in Middleton to house its North Central Patient Account Center (CPAC). The move will...
Statement on Passing the Affordable Health Care for America Act
November 7, 2009“This is an historic moment for our nation. House passage of H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, marks the first step toward ensuring health care for all Americans. I truly believe that we’ll look back years from...
Baldwin Seeks to Rein in Abuses of PATRIOT Act
November 6, 2009Amendment Inserted into PATRIOT Act Reauthorization Continuing its consideration of the USA PATRIOT Amendments Act of 2009 (H.R. 3845), the House Judiciary Committee yesterday passed on a voice vote an amendment offered by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to further rein...
Baldwin Seeks Incentive for Motor Efficiencies
November 5, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced legislation that offers incentives for the purchase of more energy-efficient motors. The bill will create jobs and help our nation transform to a clean energy economy. Baldwin’s bill, co-sponsored by Rep. Mike Ross (D-AR),...
House Passes Expedited Credit Card Reform Bill
November 4, 2009Baldwin Calls Industry Actions “Shameful” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted for critical reforms in the credit card industry that will quickly protect consumers from abusive practices. The legislation passed today (331-92) in the House moves up the start DATE of...
Baldwin Salutes Local Marine
October 29, 2009Segs4Vets Program Gives Injured Vets More Independence Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin saluted Marine Corporal Jacob Janes of Evansville at a ceremony today at the National Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia. Janes was one of twenty-five soldiers who suffered severe...
Baldwin Hails Passage of Historic Hate Crimes Legislation
October 28, 2009Attends White House Signing Ceremony Today Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today hailed the enactment of legislation that is the nation’s first major piece of civil rights legislation for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people to become law. Today, in the East...
Baldwin Advocates for Community Access TV
October 8, 2009Public, Educational, Governmental Channels Need Support Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has introduced the Community Access Preservation (CAP) Act of 2009 (H.R. 3745) to address the challenges faced by public, educational, and governmental (PEG) TV channels and community access television stations....
Baldwin Lauds House Passage of Matthew Shepard Act
October 8, 2009Obama Will Sign into Law Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today lauded the final passage of the Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Act, also known as the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009. The measure was included in the conference...
Baldwin Supports First Responders
October 1, 2009Baldwin and Reichert Aim to Extend Tax Benefits for Volunteer Firefighters and EMS Personnel Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Dave Reichert (R-WA) this week introduced legislation to continue federal tax benefits to volunteer firefighters and other emergency responders. Tax...
Baldwin Strengthens Health Care Reform Legislation
September 23, 2009Committee Vote Moves Health Care Reform Forward Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today helped strengthen the health care reform legislation now before Congress. The House Energy and Commerce Committee, on which Baldwin sits, completed its final action on H.R. 3200, America’s Affordable...
Testimony on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (H.R. 3017)
September 23, 2009House Committee on Education & Labor Hearing September 23, 2009 “Thank you Chairman Miller and Ranking Member Kline and members of the Committee for allowing me the opportunity to testify today. I am a strong supporter of H.R. 3017, the...
Statement on EPA's Rule to Report Greenhouse Gas Emissions
September 22, 2009“Today’s release of the greenhouse gas reporting rule is a critical step in demonstrating our nation’s leadership and commitment to addressing climate change. Our nation is about to go on a carbon diet; and when you start any diet, you...
Baldwin Voices Support for Midwest High Speed Rail
September 21, 2009Sends Letter to Transportation Secretary LaHood Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and Congressman James Oberstar (D-MN), Chair of the House Transportation Committee, have sent a letter to Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood expressing their strong support for Midwest high speed passenger rail,...
Baldwin Votes for Landmark Student Aid Legislation
September 17, 2009Passes House Today Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) joined a majority (253-171) today in passing H.R. 3221, the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act. This landmark legislation is the single largest investment in college student financial aid in history and at...
Railroad Monopoly Power Nearing End of Line
September 16, 2009Baldwin Leads Judiciary Committee to End Antitrust Exemption Led by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), the House Judiciary Committee today passed by voice vote the bipartisan Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2009 (H.R. 233), legislation that eliminates antiquated railroad antitrust exemptions...
Baldwin Proposes Product Carbon Disclosure
September 11, 2009Lets Consumers Make Smart Choices Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has proposed legislation (H.R. 3543) that would allow for product carbon disclosure to help consumers make informed choices when shopping. “Nutrition labels have changed the way we think about food –...
Statement on the President's Speech to Congress - September 9, 2009
September 9, 2009“The President set out his plan for health care reform in a clear way that should reassure many Americans who didn’t fully understand, or had doubts or questions about, our immediate goals. I was heartened by the President’s resolve to...
Statement on Gov. Doyle's Announcement Not to Seek Re-election
August 17, 2009“I had the opportunity to speak with the Governor yesterday afternoon. He expressed to me great excitement about all he hoped to accomplish in the many remaining months of his administration. I also took from our conversation that he felt...
Baldwin Leads Efforts to Unify Democrats and Advance Health Care Reform
July 31, 2009“Unity Coalition” Breaks Gridlock Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today successfully championed efforts to unify members of the House Energy & Commerce Committee allowing transformative health care legislation to advance. Initial Committee negotiations resulted in cuts to health insurance subsidies for middle...
Baldwin Urges Action to Protect Madison's Low-Income Housing Program
July 23, 2009WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Senators Herb Kohl, Russ Feingold and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin sent the following letter to the Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. Currently the Community Development Authority (CDA) is...
Baldwin Seeks Permanent Authorization of Women's Health Offices in Five Federal Agencies
July 20, 2009Washington, DC – Today Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) was joined by Rep. Christopher Murphy (D-CT) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) in introducing the Women’s Health Office Act, H.R. 3242, which would close the gaps in research, policy, programs, education and training...
House Committee Begins Consideration of Health Care Legislation
July 17, 2009Baldwin Amendments Adopted Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee began the work of marking up America’s Affordable Health Choices Act (H.R. 3200), a plan for health care reform that promises to lower costs, provide better care, and keep our...
Baldwin Provisions in Health Reform Bill Address LGBT Health Disparities
July 17, 2009As the House Energy and Commerce Committee began this week to mark-up America’s Affordable Health Choices Act (H.R. 3200), Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin was successful in her efforts to add language addressing LGBT health disparities. This includes: Helping people with AIDS...
Madison, Beloit Area Health Centers Receive Federal Funds
June 29, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced that community health centers in Beloit and Madison are among sixteen in Wisconsin that have received federal grants as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) plan to create jobs and improve access...
Baldwin Reaction to GM's Decision on the Location of its New Auto Line
June 26, 2009Washington, D.C. – Following the announcement that General Motors has selected Orion Township, Michigan for the location of production of its new subcompact car, U.S. Senators Russ Feingold and Herb Kohl and U.S. Representatives Paul Ryan and Tammy Baldwin released...
Statement on Announcement that Janesville Plant Will Remain Idle
June 26, 2009“While we have long known that keeping the Janesville plant idle was a possibility, I am profoundly disappointed by GM’s announcement today. Rock County communities are already feeling the substantial impact of GM’s initial decision to cease production here. Our...
Landmark Clean Energy Bill Bears Baldwin's Stamp
June 26, 2009Helps Drive Job Creation and Energy Independence While Confronting Global Climate Change Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) played a key role in helping write landmark legislation passed (219-212) today in the House that will create millions of clean jobs (more than...
Baldwin Targets Senior Financial Fraud
June 25, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Howard Coble (R-NC) today introduced the Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2009 (H.R. 3040). The legislation will help stop abusive mail, telemarketing and Internet fraud targeting seniors. “I became aware of the seriousness and...
Baldwin Seeks Stronger Veterinarian Workforce to Address Public Health Threats
June 24, 2009WASHINGTON – Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Frank Pallone (D-NJ) and Tim Murphy (R-PA) have introduced legislation that confronts public health threats by investing in the public health veterinary workforce. The Veterinary Public Health Education and Workforce Act (H.R. 2999)creates new...
Baldwin Bill Seeks to End LGBT Health Disparities
June 23, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced the Ending Health Disparities for LGBT Americans Act (ELHDA), the first comprehensive approach to improving all areas of the health care system where lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Americans face inequality and discrimination. “Our...
Statement on the President Signing Memorandum on Federal Benefits and Non-Discrimination
June 17, 2009(Congresswoman Baldwin attended today’s signing ceremony in the Oval Office.) “President Obama’s orders today will make a real difference in people’s lives. Domestic partners, parents, and their children will now receive a number of meaningful benefits currently granted other federal...
House Recognizes 40th Anniversary of National Eye Institute
June 16, 2009Declares 2010-2020 “Decade of Vision” The House today passed H.Res. 366, recognizing the 40th Anniversary of the National Eye Institute (NEI) and expressing support for designating 2010 through 2020 as the “Decade of Vision.” The resolution was introduced by Congresswoman...
Baldwin Comments on Obama's Support for DOMA
June 16, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin made the following statement today during the course of longer remarks at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in observation and celebration of LGBT Pride Month. "Last week the Department of Justice filed a motion to dismiss...
Baldwin Lauds LGBT Provisions in Foreign Relations Bill
June 10, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Co-Chair of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus, today lauded House passage (235-187) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act (H.R. 2410), legislation that helps implement President Obama’s foreign policy vision. With emphasis on diplomacy and development, this...
Statement on Meeting with General Motors Executives
June 10, 2009Statement of Senators Kohl and Feingold and Representatives Baldwin and Ryan On their Meeting with GM Executives Today WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Herb Kohl and Russ Feingold and Representatives Tammy Baldwin and Paul Ryan met with executives from...
Baldwin Helps Drive Job Creation, Energy Efficiencies
May 21, 2009Clean Energy Bill is Landmark Legislation Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) played a key role in helping write landmark legislation that will create millions of clean jobs (more than 37,000 in Wisconsin, alone) and usher in a new era of clean...
Baldwin Vote Helps Send Credit Card Holders' Bill of Rights to President's Desk
May 20, 2009Bill will protect consumers from unfair credit card industry practices Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin signaled her strong support for consumer financial protections by voting today for the Credit Card Holders’ Bill of Rights. The legislation passed with bipartisan support and now...
Baldwin, Ros-Lehtinen, Lieberman, and Collins introduce Domestic Partners Benefits and Obligations Act
May 20, 2009Domestic Partners Benefits for Federal Employees Legislation is Fair; Helps Attract, Recruit, Retain the Best and the Brightest WASHINGTON –Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Joe Lieberman, ID-Conn., Ranking Member Susan Collins, R-Me., and Reps. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisc., and...
Opening Statement - American Clean Energy and Security Act, Energy & Commerce Committee
May 18, 2009Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for your leadership in bringing us to this moment. Your efforts and dedication, along with those of Mr. Markey and your committee staff, in bringing us to this point have been extraordinary. The...
Baldwin to Receive Honorary Doctorate from Smith College
May 16, 2009Will Deliver Commencement Address Sunday, May 17 Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) will receive the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws from Smith College, Northampton, Massachusetts, on Sunday, May 17. Baldwin is a 1984 graduate of Smith, one of the nation’s...
Baldwin, Israel, Frank, Polis Ask Administration to Count Same-Sex Married Couples in 2010 Census
May 14, 2009Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Steven Israel (D-NY), Barney Frank (D-MA) and Jared Polis (D-CO), joined by 47 colleagues, today sent a letter to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Peter Orszag asking that the 2010 Census fairly count same-sex...
Baldwin, Nadler Frank, and Polis Introduce Resolution Recognizing the 40th Anniversary of Stonewall
May 13, 2009Today, Representatives Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Barney Frank (D-MA) and Jared Polis (D-CO) introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to recognize the 40th anniversary of Stonewall. Stonewall is an essential piece of American history that catalyzed...
Baldwin Calls for Executive Branch Accountability
May 8, 2009To Reverse Illegal Actions and Prevent Further Abuses Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has introduced the Executive Branch Accountability Act of 2009 (H.Res. 417), calling on President Obama to reverse the damaging and illegal actions taken by the Bush/Cheney Administration and to...
Local Students Featured in Congressional Art Exhibit
May 7, 2009Albany, Columbus, Edgewood, La Follette, Madison East, Oregon, Waterloo, Wisconsin Heights High Schools Represented The 2009 Congressional Art Competition exhibit, featuring the work of students from Albany, Columbus, Edgewood, La Follette, Madison East, Oregon, Waterloo, and Wisconsin Heights High Schools,...
Baldwin, Kohl, Feingold Honor "Fighting Bob" LaFollette
April 30, 2009As Wisconsin Celebrates the 100th Anniversary of La Follette’s Progressive Magazine, Legislation Commemorates Great Wisconsin Leader Washington, D.C. – Wisconsin’s U.S. Senators Russ Feingold and Herb Kohl are reintroducing two measures today to honor the life of Robert M. La...
Statement on House Passage of The Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act
April 29, 2009Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the House Passage of H.R. 1913 The Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009 (The bill passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 249-175) “The Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act...
House Passes Baldwin Resolution Recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
April 28, 2009On a voice vote, the House today passed H. Con. Res.104, authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), to recognize April 2009 as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Rep. Ted Poe (R-TX) was the lead co-sponsor of the resolution....
Baldwin Bill to Protect Cranes Passes in House
April 22, 2009On the eve of Earth Day, the House yesterday passed (288-116) the Crane Conservation Act of 2009, authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin. The bipartisan, bicameral legislation will help protect and preserve the world’s most endangered family of birds. The Crane...
Baldwin Fights to Protect Elderly
April 22, 2009Introduces bill to protect American seniors and improve long-term care WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Peter King (R-NY), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Schakowsky (D-IL) introduced the Elder Justice Act (H.R. 2006) - the first comprehensive federal effort to address and...
Statement on Earth Day - April 22, 2009
April 21, 2009“Earth Day is a movement, not a milestone. We live Earth Day 2009 with a tremendous sense of urgency and possibility. The actions we take now to protect, conserve, and utilize our natural resources will determine the fate of our...
Statement on the Passing of Midge Miller
April 17, 2009“Midge Miller was a role model for me long before I ever even met her. As a young woman, interested in public service and growing up in Madison I had Midge (and Mary Lou Munts) as local examples of the...
Baldwin Co-Sponsors Hate Crimes Legislation in House
April 3, 2009Sees Promise for Enacting Law this Year Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Congressman John Conyers (D-MI) and more than forty of their colleagues this week in introducing the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009 in the House....
National Day of Silence Fights Violence and Discrimination Against Gay Youth
April 1, 2009Congressman Eliot Engel (D-NY) and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) re-introduced a resolution to highlight the National Day of Silence, a day in which students from around the country take a vow of silence to bring attention to the anti-lesbian, gay,...
Reeve Paralysis Act Wins House Passage
March 25, 2009Better Treatment and Cures Sought by Baldwin, Bono Mack, Langevin, Bilirakis WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Mary Bono Mack (R-CA) and Congressmen Jim Langevin (D-RI) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) today celebrated House passage of their legislation to...
Baldwin, Price Introduce Legislation to Promote State Innovation in Health Reform
March 24, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – To assist the growing number of states tackling the serious problem of uninsured Americans, Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Tom Price (R-GA) have introduced a bipartisan resolution expressing Congressional support for state innovations in health care reform...
Baldwin Expresses Anger over AIG Bonuses
March 19, 2009American workers and taxpayers are rightfully angry about the multimillion dollar bonuses being paid to employees of bailed out companies and banks. I share their anger. With unemployment high and growing, people want to know why those whose failed performance...
Baldwin Applauds Administration Support for International Human Rights
March 18, 2009U.S. joins 66 other nations in calling for end to discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today applauded an announcement by the Obama Administration that the United States will join 66 other nations in signing...
Baldwin Introduces Nursing Loan Repayment Program
March 12, 2009One Solution to Nationwide Nursing Shortage Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), joined by Congressman Tom Latham (R-IA), today introduced legislation in the House that will ease the debt burden on nursing students and address the current nursing shortage. The Nurses’ Higher...
Statement On Executive Order Lifting Restrictions on Funding Embryonic Stem Cell Research
March 9, 2009“Today those people struggling with debilitating illness and injuries and their families saw a new ray of hope. With a stroke of the pen, President Obama lifted restrictions on funding embryonic stem cell research imposed by President George W. Bush....
Baldwin Warns of Stimulus Scams
March 6, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today warned Wisconsinites to beware of con artists trying to defraud people using economic stimulus funds as bait. “I’m very concerned that people may be duped by scams that are popping up all over the Internet. It’s...
Baldwin Proposes Medical Home Care for Children with Most Complex Conditions
February 24, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), joined by Congressmen Henry Brown (R-SC) and John Spratt (D-SC), has introduced legislation allowing states to create a program allowing medical home care for low income children with the most complex medical conditions. The Medically Fragile...
Baldwin Statement on President Obama's Message to Congress
February 24, 2009“Tonight we heard a strong new President deliver a message of hope and confidence to a nation badly in need of both. I am pleased to see President Obama exercise swift and sure leadership to address the misguided policies of...
Baldwin Urges Wisconsinites to Track Recovery Funds Online
February 18, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin wants Wisconsinites to know about a new government website, www.recovery.gov, the main vehicle for citizens to monitor the progress of the economic recovery. “Recovery.gov is a promise of the Obama Administration to provide taxpayers with unprecedented levels...
Baldwin Statement on Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act
February 13, 2009I agree with President Obama that we cannot make the perfect the enemy of the essential. The bill we’re sending to the President’s desk is not perfect, but it is essential. Today, thousands of people in Wisconsin are in desperate...
Baldwin Supports Move to Delay Digital TV Switch
February 4, 2009President Expected to Sign into Law this Week Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined a majority of House Members in passing (264-158) the DTV Delay Act (S. 352) that will move the nation’s digital television transition from February 17, 2009 to...
Baldwin Votes to Fund BadgerCare
February 4, 2009Will Attend White House Bill Signing Ceremony Today Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined a majority in the House of Representatives in support of the final version of bipartisan legislation to provide health care to 11 million children in modest-income families....
Bipartisan Farm Flex Bill Gives Farmers More Options
February 4, 2009Midwest Growers & Processors Will Benefit WASHINGTON, DC - Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Mike Pence (R-IN) have introduced the Farming Flexibility Act of 2009 to restore options to Midwest farmers and food processors now penalized by planting restrictions first...
Baldwin, Terry, Towns Seek to Strengthen Public Health System
February 3, 2009WASHINGTON – Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Lee Terry (R-NE), and Edolphus Towns (D-NY) today introduced legislation that invests in and supports our nation’s public health infrastructure. The Strengthening America’s Public Health System Act helps states and municipalities create new jobs...
Baldwin Calls on Clinton to Change State Dept. LGBT Policies
February 2, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has asked Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to address inequities in employment practices concerning gay and lesbian State Department employees and to take remedial action. In a letter sent today, Baldwin, joined by Senators Russ Feingold...
Baldwin Votes for Economic Recovery Plan
January 28, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin supported, and the House today passed, the American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The legislation invests $819 billion to bolster our current economy and assure its long-term growth and stability. In addition, the plan contains unprecedented,...
Baldwin asks Interior Secretary Salazar to Reconsider Beloit Casino Decision
January 27, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today sent a letter to Interior Secretary Ken Salazar calling on him to reconsider the application of the Bad River Band and St. Croix Chippewa Indians for a gaming facility in Beloit. That application was rejected in...
Baldwin Comments on Swearing-In Ceremony
January 20, 2009Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin made the following comments after witnessing (from the Congressional viewing area at the Capitol) the Swearing-In Ceremony of President Obama and Vice-President Biden: “It was awe-inspiring to witness the sea of humanity on the Mall and this...
Baldwin Retains Powerful Committee Seats
January 15, 2009Will Help Write Policy on Health, Energy, Civil Rights Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will retain her seats on the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee and the Judiciary Committee in the 111th Congress. While the jurisdiction of Energy and Commerce is...
Baldwin Votes to Expand Health Care for Children
January 14, 2009Legislation Funds BadgerCare Likely to be One of the First Bills Signed into Law by President Obama Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined a strong majority of her colleagues in the House in passing (289-139) bipartisan legislation to provide health care...
Statement on Rejection of the Beloit Casino Application
January 13, 2009Today’s decision to deny the Beloit Casino application by the Secretary of the Interior is disappointing, though not surprising. Secretary Kempthorne’s personal opposition to off-reservation gaming is well known. Regrettably, in his last days in office, he has made a...
Baldwin Seeks Fair Labor Standards For ALL Families
January 9, 2009Introduces Bill to Include Part-time Workers in Family & Medical Leave Act On the day the House passed two important pieces of legislation to help working families, (the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act and the Paycheck Fairness Act), Congresswoman Tammy...
Statement on the Situation in Gaza
January 9, 2009“The current violence in Gaza is of great concern to me and many of my constituents who have called or written to express their opinions and sorrow. Today, I voted in support of H. Res. 34, recognizing Israel's right to...
Baldwin, Feingold Reintroduce Bill To Protect Cranes
January 9, 2009Momentum from Last Congress Puts Bill Closer to Passage Than Ever Before Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Russ Feingold (D-WI) and U.S. Representative Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) are reintroducing the Crane Conservation Act to help assist in the recovery of several...
Baldwin Introduces the Reeve Paralysis Act
January 8, 2009The Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Mary Bono Mack (R-CA) and Congressmen Jim Langevin (D-RI) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) today introduced in the House of Representatives the Christopher and Dana Reeve...
Baldwin, Kohl Introduce Bills To End Unfair Railroad Monopoly Power
January 7, 2009Legislation Targets Freight Rail ‘Price Gouging’ that Drives Up Consumer Costs WASHINGTON, DC – Today, US Senator Herb Kohl and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) unveiled legislation to repeal antiquated antitrust exemptions protecting freight railroads from competition. Due to industry consolidation,...
Baldwin Crafts Greenhouse Gas Registry
January 6, 2009Accurate Information Essential for Successful Reduction Program Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has introduced legislation today, the first day of the 111th session of Congress, to ensure that a national greenhouse gas registry being established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)...
Baldwin Named Honorary Co-Chair of Inauguration
December 22, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the 2009 Presidential Inaugural Committee announced that Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is among a distinguished group of Americans named honorary co-chairs for the Inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama and Vice President-elect Joe Biden. In keeping with...
Statement on the President's Auto Industry Bail Out Announcement
December 19, 2008“I thank President Bush for putting the plight of American workers ahead of partisan politics and authorizing the loan of federal funds to the auto industry. It’s regrettable that not enough Senate Republicans grasped the gravity of our economic situation...
Statement in response to the DHHS Refusal Clause
December 18, 2008Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin In response to DHHS ruling that all health care workers can refuse to participate in any procedure they find morally objectionable “I am deeply troubled by the Bush Administration’s latest attack on patients’ rights and...
Statement on Senate Vote on Bridge Loan to the Auto Industry
December 12, 2008“I’m deeply disappointed that enough Senate Republicans did not grasp the gravity of our economic situation and vote for the auto industry bridge loan approved this week by the House. The defeat of this legislation in the Senate puts the...
Statement on the Bridge Loan to the Auto Industry
December 11, 2008“We must not underestimate the seriousness of our nation’s economic crisis. In panel discussions this week with key economic security officials, I heard the full extent of the situation we’re experiencing and the reports are deeply troubling. Jobless claims are...
Statement on Financial Aid to the Auto Industry
November 19, 2008“The American auto industry is facing unprecedented challenges; and millions of jobs, many here in Wisconsin, hang in the balance. In these critical economic times, I support legislation that would give the auto industry access to a portion of the...
Statement on Federal Approval to Expand BadgerCare Plus
October 31, 2008(Governor Jim Doyle announced today, October 31, that his administration has reached an agreement in principle on the next important component of his BadgerCare Plus plan to expand health care in Wisconsin. Under the proposal, those who are uninsured and...
Statement on the Economic Rescue Plan Passed in the House
October 3, 2008These are difficult times for all Americans. People are deeply concerned about economic conditions in our nation and around the world. Family budgets are being broken by rising costs of energy, food, and health care. The collapse of the housing...
Baldwin, Clinton Propose All-Inclusive Care for Children with Special Medical Needs
October 2, 2008(WASHINGTON) Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) have introduced companion legislation allowing states to create an all-inclusive care program for Medicaid-eligible children with the most intensive health care needs. The Medically Fragile Children’s Act (S....
Statement on the Bipartisan Emergency Economic Stabilization Act
September 29, 2008“Today’s defeat of legislation designed to prevent a collapse of our banking and credit systems creates greater uncertainty in already troubled times. Wisconsinites are understandably worried about the state of their pensions, student loans, mortgages, jobs, and ability to draw...
Baldwin Calls for Executive Accountability
September 26, 2008To Reverse Illegal Actions and Prevent Further Abuses Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has introduced the Executive Branch Accountability Act of 2008, calling on the next President to reverse the damaging and illegal actions taken by the Bush/Cheney Administration and to collaborate...
Statement on the Current Financial Crisis
September 26, 2008“As of Friday afternoon, Congressional leaders are still negotiating a response to the nation’s financial crisis. I know from the calls, letters, and emails coming into my offices that people in Wisconsin are equally engaged in the debate. Here at...
Baldwin Seeks Improved Access to High Quality Child Care
September 24, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has introduced legislation in the House to help more families have access to child care and improve the quality of that care. “Child care is a building block of our nation’s future. It helps children, families...
Baldwin Combats Fraud Targeting Seniors
September 19, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Louie Gohmert (R-TX) and have introduced legislation to help prevent mail, telemarketing, and Internet fraud targeting seniors. The Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2008 will promote efforts to educate the American public, seniors, their...
Congresswoman Baldwin's Statement on the Economy
September 19, 2008These have been some of the most critical weeks our nation has faced since I’ve been in Congress. The economic crisis reveals serious flaws in the way the financial sector has been managed these past several years. This administration has failed to...
Baldwin Supports Bipartisan Energy Plan Compromise
September 17, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, last night supported, and the House passed (236-189), a bipartisan plan to help end our dependence on foreign oil and encourage the development of renewable energy sources to...
Baldwin Introduces Bill to Strengthen our Public Health System
September 16, 2008WASHINGTON - Today Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Edolphus Towns (D-NY) and Lee Terry (R-NE) introduced legislation to strengthen our public health system in the United States by improving our science infrastructure at all levels of government. The National Integrated Public...
Baldwin Crafts Greenhouse Gas Registry
September 11, 2008Accurate Information Essential for Successful Reduction Program Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced legislation to ensure that a national greenhouse gas registry being established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will contain complete, essential, reliable and accurate information. Her bill...
Baldwin Seeks Safer Drinking Water
September 3, 2008With large concentrations of pharmaceuticals and other personal care products (PPCPs) detected in the nation’s drinking water supply, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has joined Representative Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY) in sponsoring legislation to address the growing health concern. The Water Assessment and...
Military Academy Applications Due Oct. 15
September 3, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds students, parents and educators in Wisconsin’s 2nd Congressional District that the deadline for submitting applications for a nomination through her office to our nation’s service academies is Wednesday, October 15th, 5:00 PM. Applicants wishing to enter...
Baldwin responds to New HIV Incidence Data
August 4, 2008New data just released by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reveal that the epidemic of HIV in America is far worse than previously suspected. The CDC report estimates that 56,300 people per year contract HIV in the United States...
Baldwin Offers Solution to Nursing Shortage
July 30, 2008BIPARTISAN SOLUTION INTRODUCED TO END AMERICA’S NURSING CRISIS Legislation Offers Incentives for Instructors WASHINGTON, DC—Two members of Congress, from different states and different parties, joined together today to provide a long-term solution to a nursing shortage crisis that has hit...
Baldwin Statement on Executive Power and Its Constitutional Limitations
July 25, 2008House Judiciary Committee Hearing on Executive Power and Its Constitutional Limitations Thank you, Chairman Conyers. On January 20, 2009, the next president and vice president of the United States will stand before the American people and take an oath of...
Baldwin Statement on "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Hearing
July 23, 2008In a much-awaited and historic meeting, the House Armed Services Committee's Military Personnel Subcommittee is holding a hearing today to review the military's "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" policy. Since 1993, more than 11,000 service members have been discharged under “Don’t...
Baldwin Statement on "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Hearing
July 23, 2008In a much-awaited and historic meeting, the House Armed Services Committee's Military Personnel Subcommittee is holding a hearing today to review the military's "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" policy. Since 1993, more than 11,000 service members have been discharged under “Don’t...
Baldwin Backs Comprehensive Plan to Support Homeowners
July 23, 2008Legislation Addresses Mortgage Crisis Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today backed the most comprehensive response yet to the American mortgage crisis. The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221) will help families and local communities hit hard...
Baldwin Testifies at House Hearing on Gender Identity
June 26, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin testified today at a groundbreaking hearing before the House Education and Labor Committee’s Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions. The hearing entitled “An Examination of Discrimination against Transgender Americans in the Workplace,” was the first in...
Help for Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
June 23, 2008Reps. Baldwin & Ryan to Intro Free Workshop Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Paul Ryan (R-WI) will introduce a free workshop for homeowners hoping to prevent foreclosure and minimize financial loss in the current economic climate. The “Homeownership Preservation...
Column: Challenging Times Bring Out the Best in Wisconsinites
June 23, 2008I hadn’t ridden on a yellow school bus in many, many years and all my previous trips had been in happier times when the laughter of schoolchildren filled the air. The ride on June 13 wasn’t for a school trip...
Statement on H.R. 6304 FISA Amendments Act
June 20, 2008Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to H.R. 6304, the FISA Amendments Act. Two hundred and twenty-two years ago our nation’s founders enshrined in our Constitution the values and principles upon which our nation was founded, defining what it meant...
Baldwin, Ryan Lead Bipartisan Push for BadgerCare
June 10, 2008Led by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Paul Ryan (R-WI), nine Members of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation today appealed to Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt to grant Wisconsin a waiver to further expand its BadgerCare Plus program and...
Baldwin Co-Chairs LGBT Equality Caucus
June 4, 2008Goal is Equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Americans In a Capitol Hill press conference today, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA) announced the formation of the House of Representatives LGBT Equality Caucus. Baldwin introduced the...
House Passes Baldwin Crane Conservation Act
June 2, 2008Bipartisan Legislation Builds on Wisconsin Conservation Efforts The House of Representatives has passed legislation authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to protect cranes throughout North America and the world. The Crane Conservation Act of 2008, H.R. 1771, passed on May...
Baldwin Reacts to Farm Bill
May 14, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin issued the following statement today after voting for the Farm Bill, which passed the House this afternoon by a veto-proof vote of 318 to 106: “This farm bill (Conference Report on H.R. 2419, the Farm, Nutrition, and...
Baldwin Seeks Added Protections against Elder Abuse
May 14, 2008Targets Mail, Telemarketing and Internet Scams In legislation taken up today by the House Judiciary Committee addressing elder abuse, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin added language to include protections against mail, telemarketing, and Internet scams targeting seniors. “My own experiences as the...
Baldwin Seeks Fairness for All Families
May 13, 2008Introduces Bill to Include Part-time Workers in Family & Medical Leave Act Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced in the House of Representatives the Family Fairness Act (H.R. 6029), legislation that would expand the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)...
Baldwin Presses Rice on "Unsatisfactory Response" Regarding State Dept. LGBT Policies
May 7, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has again challenged Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to act through her leadership as Secretary of the Department of State to eliminate inequities facing gay and lesbian State Department employees. Baldwin was reacting to “an unsatisfactory...
Baldwin Cautions Seniors on "Notch" Solicitations
May 5, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin cautions seniors to beware of solicitations that ask them to send money to change legislation to increase their Social Security benefits. The warning comes after a recent spate of calls to Baldwin’s office from some Social Security...
House Passes Historic Medical Nondiscrimination Act
May 1, 2008Baldwin Says it Benefits Patients and Research By an overwhelming vote (414-1), the House of Representatives today passed H.R. 493, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. This landmark bill, which would prohibit health insurance companies and employers from discriminating against people...
Railroad Monopoly Power Nearing End of Line
April 30, 2008Judiciary Committee Votes to End Antitrust Exemption The House Judiciary Committee today passed the bipartisan Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2007 (H.R. 1650), legislation that eliminates antiquated railroad antitrust exemptions enjoyed, unfairly, by freight railroads. Currently, due to dramatic consolidation,...
Baldwin Crane Conservation Act Clears Committee
April 30, 2008Bipartisan Legislation Builds on Wisconsin Conservation Efforts The House Natural Resources Committee today passed legislation authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to protect cranes throughout North America and the world. A companion bill authored by Senator Russ Feingold (D-WI) has...
Congress Affirms April National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
April 30, 2008Led by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), the House today passed H. Con. Res. 330, supporting the goals and ideals of recognizing April as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Studies show that one in six women and one in...
House Adopts Baldwin Resolution on Glaucoma; Recognizes "World Glaucoma Day"
April 23, 2008In an effort to draw greater public attention to the importance of early detection and treatment of glaucoma, the U.S. House of Representatives yesterday passed a resolution (H.Res. 981) authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX)...
Baldwin Resolution Honors National Day of Silence
April 23, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today called on colleagues in the House to recognize this year’s National Day of Silence to be held on April 25th. The annual National Day of Silence is a day in which students take a vow of...
Baldwin Challenges Bush to Show Real Leadership on Climate Change
April 16, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin made the following statement in response to President Bush’s speech today on climate change: “On September 12, 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed America’s goal of putting a man on the moon in that decade. In that famous speech,...
Student Congressional Art on Exhibit
April 1, 2008Baraboo, Edgewood, Evansville, Lake Mills, Stoughton, WI Heights High Schools Represented The 2008 Congressional Arts Competition exhibit features the work of students from Baraboo, Edgewood, Evansville, Lake Mills, Stoughton, and Wisconsin Heights High Schools. The works are on display now...
Baldwin Backs Landmark Bill to Expand Mental Health Coverage
March 6, 2008Legislation Will Help End Discrimination against Patients with Mental Illnesses Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined a bipartisan majority in the House of Representative yesterday in passing landmark legislation that will help end discrimination against patients requiring treatment for mental illnesses. The...
Tax Rebate Information for Seniors
March 4, 2008Seniors Must File Tax Return to Receive Rebate Check Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds Social Security beneficiaries who do not generally file a federal tax return that they may be eligible for a federal tax rebate check if they file a...
Baldwin Calls on Rice to Change State Dept. LGBT Policies
February 26, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has challenged Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice about reported inequities in employment practices concerning gay and lesbian employees in that department and requested immediate remedial changes. In a letter sent Thursday, February 21, Baldwin, joined by...
Baldwin Expresses Concerns to Charter TV about Changes to Public Access Channels
February 25, 2008Concerned about the treatment of consumers, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, joined by Wisconsin Senators Kohl and Feingold and Representatives Kagen and Moore, has sent a letter to Charter Communications President and CEO Neil Smit, regarding the company’s plans to carry Public,...
House Committee Takes Up Baldwin Bill on Railroad Industry Monopoly
February 25, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) will testify today at the House Judiciary Committee Antitrust Task Force Hearing on H.R. 1650, the “Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2007,” legislation she introduced as a first step toward ensuring competition and eliminating price gouging...
Statement On President Bush's Proposed FY 2009 Budget
February 4, 2008People in Wisconsin and throughout the nation have reason to be angered and insulted by President Bush’s latest, and thankfully last, budget proposal. While again calling for $3 trillion in tax cuts for the privileged and well-connected over the next ten...
Baldwin Secures Funds for Law Enforcement in Sun Prairie, Middleton, Fitchburg
February 1, 2008Congresswoman Baldwin has again secured federal funds for a tri-community law enforcement project that will benefit many in south central Wisconsin. The funds were included in the FY 2008 Omnibus Appropriations bill. The cities of Fitchburg, Sun Prairie, and Middleton...
Baldwin, Kohl, Feingold, Go To Bat For Sauk County Jobs
February 1, 2008Wisconsin Members of Congress Oppose Funding Cut for Badger Ammunition That Will Leave At Least 45 Percent of Plant’s Workforce Jobless Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Russ Feingold and Herb Kohl and U.S. Representative Tammy Baldwin are urging the U.S....
Statement On the State of the Union Address
January 28, 2008“Tonight’s speech is the ‘swan song’ of a presidency that is ending and will not be missed. President Bush may choose to believe that the state of our union is strong; but under his direction, our economy is flailing, our infrastructure...
Federal Funds for Monroe Clinic Approved
January 22, 2008Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $292,000 in federal funds for Monroe Clinic to improve its healthcare information technology systems. The FY 2008 Labor, Health, and Human Services (LHHS) Appropriations Bill Conference Report, was passed by the House of Representatives and...
Baldwin Says Help With Heating Bills Is On the Way
January 22, 2008Congressional Funding for Energy Assistance Is Released by Bush Administration Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today applauded the release by the Bush Administration of $450 million from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help seniors and working families in...
Baldwin's Web Site One of the Best in Congress
January 15, 2008One of 36 out of 618 House and Senate Sites to Win 2007 Gold Mouse Award Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin’s Web site has been honored by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF), a non-profit, non-partisan management consulting and research organization in Washington,...
Baldwin Bill to Aid Wounded Veterans Becomes Law
December 27, 20077 Year Quest for Fair Benefits Ends in Success A bill introduced by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin to aid wounded veterans, and passed unanimously in both houses of Congress law week, was signed into law yesterday by President Bush. The bill...
Baldwin, Local Doctor Change Law to Aid Wounded Veterans
December 20, 20077 Year Quest for Fair Benefits Ends in Success This week, both Houses of Congress unanimously passed legislation (H.R. 797) introduced by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin to aid wounded veterans. The bill was suggested by, and bears the name of, Korean...
Statement on Hate Crimes
December 12, 2007“The decision to preemptively remove the Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Act language from the Department of Defense Authorization bill during conference is deeply disappointing. Strengthening our nation's laws against hate crimes is long overdue and both houses of Congress have...
Baldwin Lauds Passage of Historic Energy Legislation
December 7, 2007Landmark Package Reduces Global Warming and Dependence on Foreign Oil Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today joined a bipartisan majority in the House (235-181) to pass a sweeping measure, the Energy Independence and Security Act, (Senate Amendments to H.R. 6) to...
Funds for Airport & Foodbank Advance
November 14, 2007Funds requested by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin to aid the Dane County Regional Airport and the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin were included in the FY 2008 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (T-HUD) Appropriations Conference Report passed (270-147) today by...
Statement On House Passage of H.R. 3685, the Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2007
November 7, 2007Today, the House took an historic vote on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act . . .a bill that expands the law of the land to prohibit job discrimination against people because of their sexual orientation. This is an historic moment in...
House Passes Compromise SCHIP Bill
October 25, 2007The House of Representatives today passed (265-142) H.R. 3963 to reauthorize the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP, or BadgerCare in Wisconsin) and provide health care for 10 million children. Earlier in the month the President vetoed an SCHIP bill...
Statement on House Vote to Override the SCHIP Veto
October 18, 2007“Our failure to override the President’s veto of the SCHIP bill is a huge disappointment, but it does not deter me from my goal of ensuring coverage for these 10 million kids and their families. This is the issue that...
Baldwin Will Offer Gender Identity Amendment to ENDA
October 17, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced today that she will introduce an amendment adding protections for gender identity to H.R. 3685 when the bill comes to the floor, perhaps as early as next week. In announcing her intention, Baldwin issued the...
House Passes Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act
October 15, 2007The Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act (H.R. 1727) was passed today by the House of Representatives on a voice vote. The bill, authored by Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Mary Bono (R-CA) and Congressmen Jim Langevin (D-RI) and Gus...
Statement on ENDA
October 11, 2007“Keeping Our Eyes on the Prize” I have always been a strong supporter of guaranteeing full civil rights for all in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. My work on this issue will continue until these protections become law. ...
Statement on the President's Veto of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)
October 2, 2007“The man who coined the phrase ‘No Child Left Behind’ abandoned ten million children today with the stroke of his veto pen. While I’m not surprised by the President’s veto, I’m deeply saddened by it. I’m appalled by the President's lack of...
Reeve Paralysis Bill Approved in Committee
September 27, 2007Goes to House for Final Passage The House Energy & Commerce Committee today passed the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act (H.R. 1727) and sent it for consideration to the full House. The bipartisan legislation, introduced in March 2007 by...
Compute Your Reduced College Cost
September 27, 2007Law Signed Today Benefits Millions of Students The College Cost Reduction and Access Act, passed by the Congress earlier this month, was signed into law today. The new law will help millions of college students and their families pay for...
Baldwin Votes to Renew Kids' Coverage
September 25, 2007Says Bush Veto Threat is Wrong Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted to renew and strengthen the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), known as BadgerCare in Wisconsin, which passed in the House (265-159) despite the threat of a Presidential veto. ...
Statement on Iraq Progress Reports
September 10, 2007“Recent reports to Congress from the General Accountability Office (GAO) on progress in Iraq, from retired Marine General James Jones on Iraqi security, and from General Petraeus on results of the troop surge only confirm my belief and toughen my...
Academy Application Deadline Nears
September 6, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds students, parents, and educators that Monday, October 15th, 5:00 PM, is the deadline for the receipt of completed applications for a nomination to our nation’s service academies for students wishing to enter an academy in the...
Baldwin Testifies on ENDA
September 5, 2007“There is nothing more American than ensuring that people have equal job opportunities.” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today testified before a House subcommittee in support of H.R. 2015, the Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2007. The bipartisan legislation will extend federal employment...
Baldwin Secures Funds for Fairbanks Morse
August 23, 2007Steelworkers, Management, City, Express Thanks Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $4 million in federal funds to support an engine upgrade kit for U.S. Navy ships developed by Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME). The funds are included in the fiscal year 2008...
Statement on Impeachment of Cheney/Gonzales
August 6, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has signed on as a co-sponsor of: H. Res. 333: That Richard B. Cheney, Vice President of the United States, is impeached for high crimes and misdemeanors, and H. Res. 589: Directing the Committee on the Judiciary...
Congress Moves Country Closer to Energy Independence
August 4, 2007Baldwin helps craft groundbreaking legislation The House of Representatives passed (241-172) landmark legislation today to move the country closer to Democrats’ goal of energy independence (H.R. 3221, the New Direction for Energy Independence Act). As a Member of the Energy...
Baldwin Secures $3.2 Million for WI Ag Research
August 3, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $3.2 million in federal funds to support area agricultural research projects. The funds are included, at Baldwin’s request, in the FY 2008 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations bill (H.R....
Baldwin Supports Farm Bill, but Wants More Reform
August 2, 2007Following a contentious floor fight over the direction of U.S. agriculture policy, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin voted for, and the House passed, the 2007 Farm Bill (H.R. 2419, the Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act), but called it more modest reform than...
Baldwin Votes to Strengthen BadgerCare
August 1, 2007SCHIP Reauthorization Bill Passes House Today Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined the majority of House Members (225-204) today in passing the “Children’s Health and Medicare Protection Act of 2007” (CHAMP Act, H.R. 3162), a bill that reauthorizes funding for the State...
Baldwin Secures Funds for Law Enforcement in
July 26, 2007Congresswoman Baldwin has secured federal funds for three law enforcement projects that will benefit many communities in south central Wisconsin. The funds were included in the FY 2008 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations bill that was passed today (281-142) by the...
Baldwin Secures Funds for Airport & Foodbank
July 25, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured federal funds to aid the Dane County Regional Airport and the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin in the FY 2008 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (T-HUD) Appropriations bill passed yesterday by the House of...
Baldwin Supports Contempt Citations for Miers, Bolton
July 25, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted with a majority (22-17) of the House Judiciary Committee to issue contempt citations for former White House Counsel Harriet Miers and White House Chief of Staff Joshua Bolten, following their refusal to comply with subpoenas issued...
Baldwin Condemns U.S. Textbook Censorship by Foreign Printers
July 24, 2007“Ethics and morals are more important than cheap labor…” Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has condemned the printing of U.S. textbooks in countries that censor these and other publications. Baldwin notes that one consequence of outsourcing to cheaper labor sources overseas is...
Statement On the President's Decision to Commute Lewis Libby's Sentence
July 3, 2007“President Bush’s decision to commute the sentence of Lewis Libby is a perversion of justice. The President told the American public that he would hold anyone in his Administration involved in the Valerie Plame leak case accountable and now he...
Baldwin Adds Power to Energy Bill
July 2, 2007In House Energy and Commerce Committee deliberations, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin was responsible for several powerful enhancements to the proposed energy independence bill adopted and expected to go to the floor for a vote after the July 4th recess. With bipartisan...
Baldwin Votes "Present" on Iran Resolution
June 20, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today was among a bipartisan group of eleven House Members voting "present" on a resolution concerning statements by the leader of Iran. "This resolution contained provisions that I strongly support as well as provisions that I oppose,"...
Baldwin Notes Plight of LGBT Iraqi Refugees - Asks Rice to Investigate
June 18, 2007In a second letter to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice in five days regarding the plight of LGBT Iraqis, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today called attention to LGBT Iraqi refugees whose lives are in danger should they return home. Following...
Congresswoman Baldwin Highlights New Passport Rules
June 13, 2007U.S. citizens’ photo ID and proof of application will temporarily be accepted instead of a passport for travel by air to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and some Caribbean countries. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds constituents that in light of the backlog in...
House Affirms Basic Right to Marry
June 11, 2007A resolution authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin passed the House of Representatives today by unanimous consent commemorating the fortieth anniversary of the Loving v. Virginia decision that ended the ban on interracial marriage in the United States and recognizing that...
Statement On Emergency Supplemental Spending Bill
May 24, 2007“I believe that the power of the purse is the most effective leverage that Congress has to influence the President in his prosecution of the war in Iraq and bring it to an end. Each time that the House has considered war spending...
Baldwin to hold Listening Sessions
May 18, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will hold 12 listening sessions throughout south central Wisconsin in late May and early June. “With the nation facing serious challenges at home and abroad on a host of issues, I want to hear from you, the...
Baldwin Votes to Secure More Cops on the Beat
May 15, 2007C.O.P.S. Improvement Act Would Add 100+ Officers Locally Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin voted today for legislation to put 50,000 more police officers on our nation’s streets – including an estimated 110 new officers in south central Wisconsin. The C.O.P.S. Improvement Act...
Statement on Passage of the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act
May 3, 2007Watch Video of Tammy's Floor Statement “The House today made history by expanding upon the principles of equal rights and equal protection so fundamentally embodied in our Constitution by passing H.R. 1592, the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act. ...
WI Voices Tell House of Health Care Crisis
April 25, 2007Wisconsinites Caught in Health Care Crisis Baldwin Brings Constituents’ Personal Stories to the House Floor For the fourth straight year, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin brought the words and worries of Wisconsin’s uninsured to the halls of Congress. As the nation...
Statement On Iraq Supplemental Bill Vote
April 25, 2007"On March 23rd, I cast a vote for the Iraq Supplemental Bill because, for the first time, it contained binding language to bring the war in Iraq to an end. Today's Iraq Supplemental vote will send a substantially similar bill...
President Signs Baldwin Bill for Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
April 20, 2007In a ceremony today at the White House, President Bush signed into law a bill authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin to reauthorize the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (NBCCEDP) which provides breast and cervical cancer screenings to low-income,...
Baldwin Named to House Judiciary Committee
April 19, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin was appointed yesterday to the House Judiciary Committee and its Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security. Baldwin retains her seat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Baldwin, a lawyer, served on the Judiciary Committee in...
Statement On Bush Administration Killing SeniorCare Program
April 4, 2007“The Bush Administration ought to be ashamed of this action. The Administration's arguments just don't hold water. SeniorCare saves the federal government money. It is a popular, comprehensive and affordable program and is much less complicated than the Medicare Part D...
Baldwin/Feingold Introduce Crane Conservation Act
March 29, 2007Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Russ Feingold (D-WI) and U.S. Representative Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) have introduced legislation in their respective houses of Congress to protect cranes throughout North America and the world. The Crane Conservation Act would provide funding to...
Baldwin Bill to Reauthorize National Breast & Cervical Cancer Program Passes
March 28, 2007Washington, DC – Last night the House of Representatives passed the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) Reauthorization Act of 2007 (H.R. 1132). Introduced last month by Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Sue Myrick (R-NC), the bill reauthorizes...
Baldwin, Bono, Langevin, Bilirakis Advance Paralysis Research
March 28, 2007Washington, DC – Today Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Mary Bono (R-CA) and Congressmen Jim Langevin (D-RI) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) introduced in the House the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act (H.R. 1727) to improve the lives of and hasten...
Statement on the House Iraq Supplemental Funding Bill
March 23, 2007“The matter before us today, the Iraq Supplemental, is before us for the first time. However, this is not the last time that we will vote on this bill. This bill will go to the Senate and from the Senate...
Rail Bill Aids Consumers
March 22, 2007Representatives Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Rodney Alexander (R-LA), and Earl Pomeroy (D-ND) today introduced legislation in the House as a first step toward ensuring competition and eliminating price gouging in the consoli DATEd railroad industry. The Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act of...
House Passes Baldwin's Veterans Aid Bill
March 21, 2007The House of Representatives today passed (424-0) legislation introduced by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the suggestion of retired Madison ophthalmologist and Korean War veteran, Dr. James C. Allen. The Dr. James C. Allen Veteran Vision Equity Act (H.R. 797) will...
Statement On Medical Care for Service Members and Veterans
March 9, 2007Like all Americans, I am angered and saddened by the news of deteriorating facilities and disjointed care afforded to some out-patient service members and their families at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC. The fact that similar...
Bipartisan Farm Flex Bill Gives Farmers More Options
March 6, 2007The bipartisan Farming Flexibility Act of 2007 (H.R. 1371 - Farm Flex), introduced today in the House of Representatives by Reps. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Mike Pence (R-IN), Timothy Walz (D-MN), and Ray LaHood (R-IL), restores options to Midwest farmers and...
Statement On Britain's Plan to Begin Withdrawing Troops from Iraq
February 22, 2007“While President Bush decides it’s time to escalate the war in Iraq, British Prime Minister Blair decides it’s time to begin to withdraw troops. The phased withdrawal of British troops from Iraq is another clear sign that the military mission...
Statement on the Iraq Resolution, H. Con. Res 63
February 13, 2007Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On H. Con. Res. 63, disapproving of the decision of the President, announced on January 10, 2007, to deploy more than 20,000 additional United States combat troops to Iraq Mr. Speaker, I rise in support...
Statement On the President's State of the Union Address
January 23, 2007“I emerged from the President’s State of the Union Speech believing more than ever that if we are to chart a new course for the nation, as the voters demanded last November, the leadership is going to come from the...
Baldwin Sees Progress and Promise In First Hundred Hours
January 19, 2007Sweeping Legislative Changes Mark New Direction in Congress With a Democratic majority for the first time in twelve years, the House of Representatives concluded its “100 Hours Agenda” on Thursday after passing legislation that addresses some of the nation’s most...
Bingaman, Voinovich, Baldwin, Price, Tierney Unveil Bipartisan, Bicameral Plan to Cover the Uninsured
January 17, 2007WASHINGTON, D.C. – To assist the growing number of states tackling the serious problem of uninsured Americans, a bipartisan group of Senators and Members of the House of Representatives have introduced groundbreaking legislation aimed at extending health care to the...
Baldwin Gains Influence on Health, Energy, Environmental Policies
January 11, 2007Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a member of the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee in the 110th Congress, has been named to three subcommittees: Health; Energy and Air Quality; and the Environment and Hazardous Materials. “From my seat on the Energy...
Statement on President's Plan to Escalate the Iraq War
January 10, 2007“I strongly oppose the President’s plan to escalate the war in Iraq. In November, voters sent a clear message that they don’t support a war without end. In April, the National Intelligence Estimate showed that U.S. military involvement in Iraq...
Statement on Iraq Study Group Report
December 6, 2006“The Iraq Study Group’s report released today represents a stinging repudiation of the Administration’s policy in Iraq, and on a broader scale, its failed policy in the Middle East. Although I firmly believe that the United States should redeploy its...
Baldwin Backs Doyle Application to Preserve SeniorCare: Calls on HHS to Approve Waiver
October 23, 2006Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin strongly endorsed WI Governor Jim Doyle’s formal application, submitted today to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Michael Leavitt, to extend SeniorCare past its scheduled July 1, 2007 expiration. “The people of Wisconsin know that SeniorCare is...
Baldwin Receives 100% Scorecard from U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce
October 20, 2006Cited for Supporting Small Business Owners Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has earned a 100% score from the U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce (USWCC) and a coalition of small business organizations in their voting scorecard that evaluates Members of the U.S. House...
Baldwin Calls for More NIH Funding
September 20, 2006At a full committee meeting of the House Energy and Commerce Committee today to consider reauthorization of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today called for increased spending on biomedical research and reminded her colleagues of the...
Baldwin Grills Oil Company about Pipeline Shutdown
September 7, 2006Opening Statement of Representative Tammy Baldwin Before Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations “BP’s Pipeline Spills at Prudhoe Bay: What Went Wrong?” Thank you Mr. Chairman. It is very important that we are holding this hearing today. Not only must we...
Baldwin Authors Bipartisan Health Care Bill
July 25, 2006“Creative Federalism” Could Break Gridlock & Cover the Uninsured Seeking to break the gridlock in Congress, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, joined by three other Members of the House of Representatives, has introduced The Health Partnership through Creative Federalism Act, (H.R. 5864),...
WI Congressional Delegation Fights to Preserve SeniorCare
July 12, 2006All Wisconsin members of the House and Senate have sent a joint letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services Michael Leavitt urging him to extend Wisconsin’s SeniorCare program, which is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2007. The letter,...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Agriculture Research
May 26, 2006Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured more than $1.8 million in federal funds to support area agricultural research projects. As part of the 2007 Agriculture Appropriations Bill, passed this week in the House, Baldwin secured $900,000 to support Sand County Foundation’s...
Baldwin Statement on House Budget and Tax Bills
May 18, 2006"The Republican-authored tax and budget bills that passed recently in the U.S. House of Representatives are two glaring examples of that party’s misguided leadership. I voted against both measures, as they do not reflect good fiscal stewardship, the common good,...
Baldwin Reminds Seniors of Medicare Part D Enrollment Deadline
May 8, 2006Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries that the deadline to enroll in the Medicare Part D prescription drug program is May 15. Those eligible, who do not have other creditable coverage and do not enroll before the...
Wisconsinites Caught in Health Care Crisis
May 2, 2006For the third, straight year, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is bringing the words and worries of Wisconsin’s uninsured to the halls of Congress. As the nation observes Cover the Uninsured Week 2006 (see www.covertheuninsuredweek.org), Baldwin has asked colleagues to join her...
Baldwin Calls for Action to Fix Prescription Drug Program
January 13, 2006Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined with Senator Russ Feingold and some other members of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation in calling for immediate attention to the life-threatening problems facing some Medicare beneficiaries under the new Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. In...
Honoring Senator Proxmire
December 15, 2005“Senator Bill Proxmire was a hero to all Wisconsinites who value honesty, integrity, and common sense in their leaders and in government. He, in turn, expected no less from the citizens of this state. He led by example, whether running...
Baldwin Calls for Increased Fuel Economy Standards
November 23, 2005Today, as millions of Americans hit the road to spend time with relatives over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin called for long term relief from high gas prices, by increasing fuel efficiency standards. “With prices over $2.00 a...
Baldwin Calls Budget Bill "Heartless"
November 18, 2005“This bill punishes sick children, struggling students, and their hard-working parents to pay for tax cuts for a wealthy few,” said an angry Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on passage last night, by two votes, of the Republican budget reconciliation bill which...
Baldwin Testifies on Need for Expanded Child Tax Credit
November 17, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin testified today before the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Select Revenue Measures urging passage of her bill that would extend eligibility of the existing child tax credit to families with 17 and 18 year old children....
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Budget Cuts
November 9, 2005Congresswoman Baldwin will vote NO on the $54 billion in budget cuts. Here is her statement: “Let’s be clear—the only reason Republicans are seeking to devastate our nation’s safety net is to fund a new $70 billion tax break for...
Baldwin Statement on Indictment of Lewis Libby
October 28, 2005“Honesty and integrity are essential leadership qualities and are central in a true democracy. Today’s indictments of Vice President Cheney's Chief of Staff, on the heels of recent indictments of House Republican Leader Tom DeLay, are devastating to all of...
WI Delegation Seeks Aid for Storm Damage
October 20, 2005The Wisconsin Congressional delegation today sent a letter to President Bush supporting Governor Jim Doyle’s appeal of the Administration’s denial of a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Wisconsin. The letter, authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and signed by...
Medicare Part D - Caution Seniors!
October 11, 2005The new Medicare prescription drug benefit, scheduled to begin January 1, 2006, involves complicated choices that beneficiaries will have to make before they receive prescription drug coverage. Wisconsin’s seniors have 45 different plans to choose from. Plans differ in terms...
The Nomination of Harriet Miers to be an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court
October 3, 2005Today, President Bush announced his choice to replace Sandra Day O’Connor as a Supreme Court Justice. In significant cases, Justice O’Connor often cast the deciding vote. Selection and confirmation of her successor, for this lifetime appointment, must involve careful and...
Congresswoman Baldwin's Statement on the Passage of Hate Crimes Legislation
September 14, 2005"Today's House vote in favor of federal hate crimes prevention legislation marked real progress in the struggle for equal rights for all Americans. Hate crimes are different than other violent crimes because they seek to instill fear and terror throughout...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Hurricane Katrina
September 8, 2005Mr. Speaker, with a heavy heart, I rise today in solidarity with my fellow Americans who suffered the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. We deeply mourn the loss of life. We share the pain of those who are...
Congresswoman Baldwin's Statement on Chief Justice Rehnquist
September 4, 2005"I join the nation in honoring Chief Justice Rehnquist for a lifetime of public service, including 33 years on the Supreme Court. Wisconsinites were rightly proud of this native son when he was promoted to the position of Chief Justice,...
Service Academy Deadline Approaching
September 2, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds students, parents and educators that Friday, October 14th is the deadline for the receipt of completed applications for a nomination to our nation's service academies for students wishing to enter the academies in the summer of...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Hurricane Katrina Relief
September 2, 2005My heart goes out to the victims of Hurricane Katrina and to those family members here in Wisconsin and across the country waiting for word from their loved ones. While Americans are reaching into their wallets to support private relief...
WI Delegation Supports Request for Federal Aid
August 30, 2005The Wisconsin Congressional delegation today sent a letter to President Bush supporting Governor Jim Doyle's request that he declare a major disaster for the State of Wisconsin as a result of the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on August...
Baldwin, Kohl Secure Federal Funds for Infrastructure Projects
July 29, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Senator Herb Kohl (D-WI) have secured $16.25 million in federal funds for community projects in the 2nd Congressional District. The money is included in the Transportation Reauthorization bill that funds the nation's transportation systems for...
Local Rail Projects Get Federal Nod
July 29, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin helped bring the idea of commuter rail in Dane County one step closer to reality by securing $750,000 for the next study and design phase of the Transport 2020 commuter rail project. The money was included in...
Baldwin Speaks Out on "Health Care Week"
July 28, 2005Mr. Speaker, I rise today to voice my disappointment in the bills that the House of Representatives is considering during this so-called "Health Care Week." While I applaud House leaders for turning their attention to the health care crisis, I...
Baldwin Votes NO on Energy Bill
July 28, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted against the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (H.R. 5) saying it fails to directly confront our nation's future energy challenges. Baldwin said the bill, five years in the making and hotly debated, "provides a false...
Statement at Capitol Press Conference on CAFTA
July 26, 2005We are here today to voice opposition to the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement. As negotiated by the Bush Administration, it fails the fundamental tests that our trade agreements should meet. First, our trade agreements must be structured to...
Statement on the Americans With Disabilities Act 15th Anniversary
July 26, 2005Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or the ADA. This landmark piece of legislation was the world's first comprehensive declaration of equality for people with disabilities, making it the most...
Baldwin Speaks Out on Patriot Act
July 21, 2005Mr. Speaker, I rise today to oppose H.R. 3199, the reauthorization of the USA PATRIOT Act. As we've heard today the USA PATRIOT Act was necessitated by the threat posed by Al Qaeda and other affiliated international terrorism organizations. The...
Honoring Gaylord Nelson
July 13, 2005Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin. Since his death a little more than a week ago, at age 89, much has been written about this extraordinary statesman, environmentalist,...
Congresswoman Baldwin's Statement on Gaylord Nelson
July 3, 2005I am deeply saddened by the death of Gaylord Nelson. Gaylord Nelson was a giant in Wisconsin history. As a State Senator, Governor, and U.S. Senator, he had big dreams and worked hard to make his vision of a better...
Statement on the Retirement of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor
July 1, 2005"I join all Americans in saluting Justice O'Connor on her lifetime of public service. She has served on our highest court with distinction. She was a pioneer and a role model for women and girls, not just in this country,...
Statement on Anti-Discrimination Legislation Introduced Today
June 30, 2005"Federal workers should not be fired, disciplined, or faced with retaliation on the basis of their sexual orientation. Despite longstanding federal policy that protects gay and lesbian federal workers, which has been reaffirmed by President Bush, OSC Director Scott Bloch...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Iraq
June 28, 2005"In March 2003, before the war began, I wrote to the President with 22 of my colleagues to ask him to specifically define our objectives and provide an exit strategy. We asked the President a number of questions including: 'Under...
Baldwin Blasts Cuts in Human Services & Education
June 24, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted against the FY 2006 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill expressing outrage over the $1.6 billion in cuts to programs vital to the health and welfare of Wisconsin families and children. The...
Baldwin Warns Bush: Planet is Warming, Act Now
June 23, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today called on President Bush to address the problem of global warming. Her actions come as negotiators work to craft a document that will guide the upcoming G-8 summit in Scotland. Baldwin authored a letter insisting...
Baldwin Secures $9.5 Million for Research
June 22, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $9.5 million in federal funds for area businesses to promote research and development. The funds were included in the 2006 Defense Appropriations bill. The bill was passed Monday in the House and now goes to...
Baldwin Bill Honoring La Follette Becomes Law
June 17, 2005Names Downtown Post Office for “Fighting Bob” A bill introduced by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin to rename Madison’s Capital Station post office at 215 Martin Luther King Blvd. for Robert M. “Fighting Bob” La Follette became law today. The bill was...
Baldwin Names Area Leaders to White House Conference on Aging
June 14, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has selected two senior citizen advocates to represent Wisconsin at the 2005 White House Conference on Aging. Helen Marks Dicks, Director of the Elder Law Center of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, and Diane Lanaville, Director...
Baldwin Statement on Debate on H.R. 810 (Castle-DeGette Stem Cell Bill)
May 24, 2005Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of this bill. I am fortunate to represent the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where in 1998 Dr. James Thomson was the first to derive and culture human embryonic stem cells in a lab. Cells...
Baldwin Seeks to Save SeniorCare
May 20, 2005As seniors face impending change in the Medicare program with the start of Medicare's prescription drug benefit in January of 2006, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin wrote to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Michael Leavitt strongly urging the preservation of Wisconsin's...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Today's Pentagon Recommendations to BRAC
May 13, 2005"The Pentagon's recommendation to the Base Realignment and Closure Commission (BRAC) to expand operations at Truax Field demonstrates that base's strategic importance to our homeland and national security and is good news for the 2nd Congressional District. Consolidating and centralizing...
Baldwin Makes Strong Case for Truax
May 11, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin made a strong case for maintaining military operations at Truax Field and other Wisconsin Military Bases as the Pentagon prepares to announce its list of bases to include in the current round of Base Realignment and Closure...
Baldwin Statement on the House Energy Bill
April 21, 2005"The energy bill, originally drafted in secret by a task force loaded with industry lobbyists, does little to confront the serious energy challenges we face, most importantly reducing our dependence on foreign oil. At a time when consumers are paying...
Baldwin Introduces Expanded Child Tax Credit
April 14, 2005On the eve of the federal taxpayer deadline, Representative Tammy Baldwin reintroduced legislation in the House of Representatives to expand the child tax credit to benefit families with 17 and 18 year old children. "Imagine being a parent who has...
Statement by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the Bankruptcy Bill Passed Today in the House
April 14, 2005"The Bankruptcy Bill passed by the House today adds insult to injury for hardworking Americans who are trying to make ends meet. Those just struggling to get by in America certainly feel the rug being pulled from under them. We've...
Tammy on City Channel 12
March 23, 2005Catch Tammy on Madison's City Channel 12 in an informal and candid discussion of events that helped shape her political career and answering questions about Congress and the state of the nation today. Taped at a Brown Bag Lunch celebrating...
Baldwin Challenges EPA Mercury Emissions Rule
March 14, 2005House Energy and Commerce Committee Member Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today sent a letter signed by thirteen of her colleagues to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Stephen Johnson opposing the agency's mercury emissions rule which is expected to be finalized...
Baldwin Secures Funds for Waunakee to Westport Bike & Pedestrian Path
March 11, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $2 million in federal funds to help fund a Bike and Pedestrian Path from Waunakee to Westport which will connect to recreational areas, and provide links to neighborhoods and other community facilities such as parks,...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Cottage Grove to Madison Bike & Pedestrian Path
March 11, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $300,000 in federal funds to help complete the portion of the Glacial Drumlin Bike & Pedestrian Trail to run from Cottage Grove to Madison. Funding for the project was inserted by Baldwin into the House...
Baldwin Secures Millions in Federal Transportation Funds
March 10, 2005In priroitzing the projects for which she would seek funding in the Transportation Reauthorization Bill, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin listened carefully to constituents and strove to balance the demands of maintaining our highway infrastructure with local wishes to enhance economic development...
Baldwin Secures $2.2 Million for Portage
March 8, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $2.2 million in federal funds for the Portage Canal Rehabilitation and Pedestrian/Bicycle Facility to help complete Segment 2 from Adams Street to the Canadian Pacific Railway Bridge. The money is included, through Baldwin's efforts, in...
Baldwin Secures More Funds for Beloit
March 8, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $4 million in federal funds to further construction of Beloit's Gateway Boulevard. The funding is included, through Baldwin's efforts, in the Transportation Reauthorization Bill which is expected to be approved by the full House this...
Baldwin Secures Funds for East Madison's Central Park and Starkweather Creek Bike & Pedestrian Trail
March 8, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $5.5 million in federal funds to benefit two key components of Madison's east-side economic development. $3.5 million for Central Park in the Marquette neighborhood and $2 million for the Starkweather Creek Bike and Pedestrian project...
Statement of Congresswoman Baldwin on President Bush's Proposed Federal Budget
February 8, 2005The President's budget is certainly no roadmap to a better future for America's working families. This is a budget that does not reflect Wisconsin priorities or values. By failing to include the enormous costs for the war in Iraq and...
Baldwin Response to State of the Union Address
February 2, 2005"It's clear that Iraq and Social Security will be the subjects of extensive debate in this Congress and throughout the country in the coming months. I'm disappointed that the President did not use this speech to lay out a clear...
Baldwin Named to Environment Subcommittee
January 31, 2005Wisconsin's national clout on environmental issues received a big boost in the new session of Congress as Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin requested and received a seat on the powerful House Committee on Energy and Commerce and its Subcommittee on Environment and...
Baldwin Takes Prime Slot on Health Subcommittee
January 26, 2005Wisconsin's national clout on health care issues received a big boost today as Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin requested and received a highly-coveted seat on the Health Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The Health Subcommittee will confront many...
Baldwin Statement on Reports that President Will Make Supplemental Request for $80 Billion for Iraq
January 25, 2005"Time and again the President has requested money to fund the war in Iraq while refusing to answer our questions about this war and provide a comprehensive strategy for bringing our troops home. In our democracy, the Congress controls the...
Baldwin, 35 Women Members of Congress Send Letter to President Bush on Social Security
January 12, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined 35 women Members of Congress in sending a letter to President Bush today to express their concern that women would be disproportionately hurt by privatizing Social Security. The text of the letter follows. January 12, 2005...
Baldwin Named to House Energy & Commerce Committee
January 5, 2005Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin was today named to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, one of the most powerful and prestigious committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. Baldwin has been pursuing a seat on the committee since she was...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the resignation of Secretary Thompson from HHS
December 3, 2004"Secretary Thompson has dedicated much of his life to service to his state and his country. In his years as Secretary of Health and Human Services, he remained a strong advocate and ally for Wisconsin. His behind-the-scenes work on stem...
Kohl, Baldwin Announce Funding for Madison Redevelopment Projects
November 23, 2004U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin announced today that they secured $600,000 for two economic development efforts in Madison. Included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus appropriations bill, which Congress approved this weekend, is $300,000 for South...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds to Protect Environment
November 22, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured more than $1.6 million in federal funds to support local environmental protection programs. The money was included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus federal budget bill passed Saturday by the Congress. The Madison-based Sand County...
Kohl, Baldwin Announce $150,000 for UW-Whitewater Center for Students with Disabilities
November 20, 2004WASHINGTON B U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and Rep. Tammy Baldwin announced today that they secured $150,000 for the Center for Students with Disabilities at UW-Whitewater to establish a program to meet the needs of students with severe and persistent mental...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Dane Cty. Airport
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $1.5 million in federal funds for improvements at Dane County Regional Airport. The money, included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus federal budget passed today in Congress, will help fund phase 2 of the Runway...
Baldwin Secures Funds for Coalition Against Domestic Violence
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $100,000 in federal funds for the Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The money will support the Domestic Homicide Prevention Program. "Domestic violence and domestic homicide are grave national problems. I'm pleased to have secured these...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Madison
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $1.5 million in federal funds to benefit major projects in the City of Madison. The money is included in the fiscal year 2005 federal omnibus budget bill passed today in Congress. $1 million will go...
Baldwin Brings More Than $10 Million Home to Wisconsin in Omnibus Budget
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured more than $10 million in federal funds to benefit worthy projects in South Central Wisconsin. The funds are included in the fiscal year 2005 federal omnibus budget bill passed today in Congress. "This is a...
Baldwin, Kohl Secure Federal Funds for Madison Community Health Center
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and Senator Herb Kohl today secured $200,000 in federal funds to help the Madison Community Health Center add much-needed dental suites in its new northeast-side facility. This will increase MCHC's dental capacity from 3,000 annual visits to...
Baldwin, Kohl Secure More Federal Funds for Local Law Enforcement
November 20, 2004The Sun Prairie, Fitchburg, and Middleton Police Departments will receive an additional $300,000 in federal funds thanks to the efforts of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and Senator Herb Kohl. The funding is included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus budget, which...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Beloit Hospital
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $300,000 in federal funds for Beloit Memorial Hospital to purchase new medical equipment. The funding is included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus budget passed by the Congress today. "I'm delighted that I was able...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds to Improve Middleton Airport
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $400,000 in federal funds to improve Middleton Municipal Airport. The money, included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus federal budget passed today in Congress, will be used to purchase, install, and maintain equipment that assists...
Baldwin, Kohl Secure Funds for St. Clare Hospital
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and Senator Herb Kohl today secured $400,000 in federal funds to assist St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo establish a sophisticated cancer center and provide radiation treatment services locally to its cancer patients. The funding is included in...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for UW-Baraboo
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $50,000 in federal funds for the UW-Baraboo/Sauk County to upgrade their campus theater. The money is included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus federal budget passed today in Congress. "I'm delighted to bring home this...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Wisconsin Historical Society
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $50,000 in federal funds for the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) to preserve part of its priceless collection. The money is included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus federal budget passed today in Congress. The WHS...
Baldwin, Kohl Secure Federal Funds for Beloit
November 20, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and Senator Herb Kohl have secured more than $1 million in federal funds to bolster Beloit's economic and neighborhood development projects. The money is included in the fiscal year 2005 omnibus federal budget bill passed today in...
Baldwin Backs Emergency Home Heating Assistance
November 15, 2004MADISON, WI -- Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined colleagues calling for an additional $600 million in emergency home heating funds for low-income families in the omnibus appropriations bill being finalized this week. "This winter could produce a 'perfect storm' when...
House Democrats Condemn GOP Rejection of Hate Crimes Legislation
October 12, 2004Washington, D.C. -- House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and other House Democrats today condemned the decision of the Republican leadership in Congress to remove a hate crimes prevention provision in legislation supported by majorities of both the House and Senate....
Baldwin DNA Testing Bill Passed Today
October 6, 2004A bill co-authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin with bi-partisan support and passed today by the House of Representatives (393-14) affords greater access to DNA testing for rape victims and those convicted of crimes. "This bill will have a real impact...
Baldwin, Smith Move to Restore Protections for Family Farmers
September 29, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Nick Smith (R-MI) today introduced legislation to restore Chapter 12 bankruptcy protections for farmers. While family farmers throughout the country have suffered for years because of uncertainty about the availability of farm bankruptcy protections,...
Baldwin Announces Military Academy Deadline Approaching
September 22, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds students, parents and educators that Friday, October 15th is her deadline for receiving completed applications for a nomination to our nation's service academies. "One of my favorite duties as a Member of Congress is nominating the...
Baldwin Secures More Money for Beloit
September 15, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $175,000 in federal money to support the City of Beloit's Neighborhood Development Initiative. The funds are included in the Housing and Urban Development (VA-HUD) Appropriations Bill for 2005, which has been adopted by the House...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds to Improve Middleton Airport
September 13, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $400,000 in federal funds to improve Middleton Municipal Airport. The money, included in the FY 2005 Transportation Bill, will be used to purchase, install, and maintain equipment that assists aircraft align properly for instrument landings....
Baldwin Helps Secure Grant for Columbus Fire Department
September 10, 2004The Columbus Fire Dept. will receive a federal grant of $105,413 to purchase breathing apparatus and related gear to replace aging and inadequate equipment thanks to the support of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin. The grant, announced today by Secretary of Homeland...
Baldwin in Portage Monday
August 13, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will participate in two events in Portage on Monday, August 16. At the invitation of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1707, Baldwin will visit with post members and present a copy of...
Baldwin to Hold "Drop-By" Listening Session in Beloit
August 13, 2004Aware that working families are hard-pressed for time, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will hold a first-of-its-kind, drop-by listening session in Beloit on Wednesday, August 18 from 5:00-7:00 PM outside the Merrill Community Center, 1428 Wisconsin Ave. "I know it's hard for...
Baldwin Secures Citizenship for Iraq-Bound Reservist
August 5, 2004Thanks to the efforts of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, the long struggle of a recently activated Marine Reservist to gain U.S. citizenship will end happily in a special swearing-in ceremony in Milwaukee on August 9, just days before he is sent...
House Floor Statement on H.R. 3313, the "Marriage Protection Act"
July 22, 2004Mr. Speaker, with this bill, we face no less than the specter of a sign posted on the federal court house door which reads, "You may not defend your constitutional rights in this court. You may not seek equal protection...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds to Aid Farmers & the Environment
July 14, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has secured $900,000 in federal funds to help family farmers sustain their land and waterways. The funds are included in the FY 2005 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill which was...
Baldwin to Appear on "Today" Show Monday
July 8, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will appear on the NBC "Today" show on Monday, July 12, in a segment commemorating the 20th anniversary of Geraldine Ferraro's Democratic Vice-Presidential nomination. Baldwin, the first woman elected to Congress from Wisconsin, recalls standing in her...
FEMA to Fund Remapping
July 6, 2004The Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA), in response to a request from Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and Senators Kohl and Feingold, has identified funds needed to revise Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMS) for the City of Portage to reflect the impact...
Baldwin Named "Treasury Guardian"
June 30, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin was cited "for voting to protect taxpayers from wasteful and unnecessary spending and subsidies" by Taxpayers for Common Sense Action (TCS Action), a nonpartisan watchdog for the nation's taxpayers. TCS Action named Baldwin a "Treasury Guardian" in...
Help with Flood Disaster Assistance Loans
June 22, 2004My constituents who have experienced damage from the recent flooding may be eligible for disaster relief. For more information on the help available, please click here. All calls should be directed to 1-800-621-3362....
Wisconsin Congressional Delegation Calls for Disaster Aid
June 18, 2004WASHINGTON - Wisconsin's senators and representatives sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) Thursday in support of Governor Doyle's request for disaster assistance following flooding in 12 of the state's counties. "Millions of dollars of flood damage...
Baldwin Nominees Headed to U.S. Service Academies
June 18, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is pleased to announce her nominees who've received appointments to U.S. Military Academies. They are: Joseph Mabis of Lodi, son of Ann and Jerry, a graduate of Lodi Senior High School will attend the U.S. Naval Academy...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the Death of President Ronald Reagan
June 6, 2004"I join the nation in paying tribute to President Ronald Reagan. We remember his service and love of country. My thoughts are with Mrs. Reagan and his family."...
Tammy Talks Health Care on Madison Radio
June 4, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is the first guest on an hour-long public affairs radio program focusing on health care. Baldwin talks with host Adam Elliott about the current health care crisis and the need for health care for all in...
Marinette Marine Awarded Navy Contract for Littoral Combat Ship
May 27, 2004Washington, D.C. - Lockheed Martin today won a $46,501,821 contract with the U.S. Navy to build a Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) prototype, which includes Wisconsin's Marinette Marine as part of Lockheed Martin's LCS team. "As one of the country's premier...
Baldwin Letter Prompts United to "Straighten Up and Fly Right"
May 26, 2004Responding to Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's complaints about consistently poor service at Dane County Regional Airport, United Airlines acknowledged problems in the past and expressed its willingness to greatly improve services here. In a meeting today in Baldwin's office in Washington,...
Remarks of Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) Entered into the Congressional Record in Honor of Memorial Day
May 20, 2004Mr. Speaker, we come together, as we do every year, to observe this national day of remembrance--to honor the men and women who've given their lives in the service of our country. This year we sadly add the names of...
Baldwin Names Winners of High School Congressional Art Competition
May 17, 2004Calling the occasion "one of the great pleasures of my job," Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced Sunday the winners of the 2004 Congressional Arts Competition. At a reception and exhibit at MATC in downtown Madison, Baldwin awarded certificates to 49 student...
Baldwin Announces Legislation to Cover the Uninsured
May 10, 2004As she's done in every session of Congress since taking office, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today unveiled her signature legislation to offer health insurance to the uninsured. As more than 800 national and local organizations, as well as thousands of...
Baldwin Announces Mercury Reduction Legislation
May 7, 2004Calling mercury one of the biggest threats to Wisconsin mothers and their children, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin chose this week before Mothers' Day to introduce federal legislation to curb the amount of the dangerous neurotoxin present in common household objects and...
Baldwin Questions United Airlines about Service to Madison
May 5, 2004Disturbed by the deterioration of United Airline's flight service from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, along with Senators Russ Feingold (D-WI) and Herb Kohl (D-WI), has sent a letter to airline...
Baldwin Cautions Seniors to Carefully Weigh New Rx Drug Cards
May 3, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today cautioned seniors in Wisconsin to carefully weigh the new prescription drug cards offered by the federal Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) before enrolling. Starting today (May 3), Medicare beneficiaries will be allowed to sign...
Baldwin Votes to Eliminate "Marriage Penalty" Tax
April 28, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted to make some tax relief for married couples filing joint returns permanent. Under current law, relief from the so-called "marriage penalty" will lapse in 2005 and expire completely after 2010. Today's vote in the House...
Baldwin Asks for National Guard Unit Return
April 15, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has asked Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, Acting Secretary of the Army Les Brownlee, and Lt. Gen. Ricardo Sanchez, Commander of Operation Iraqi Freedom, to return the Madison and Milwaukee based Wisconsin National Guard 32nd Military Police...
Baldwin Workshop on Securing Federal Grants focuses on Rock & Green Counties
April 1, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is hosting a free half day workshop in Beloit on April 13 for individuals, organizations, businesses, and local governments in Rock and Green Counties to learn more about identifying and applying for federal grants dollars. Each year...
Need Help with Your Taxes?
March 30, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin reminds constituents across her district that free assistance is available to those who need help filling out their returns and for whom paid assistance may be out of reach. Assistance is available for low-income individuals, people with...
Baldwin Secures Preliminary Approval to Fund East Washington Ave. Improvements in Madison
March 26, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin was successful in preliminarily securing $7,050,000 in federal funds to advance the reconstruction of East Washington Avenue in Madison through the House version of the Transportation Reauthorization bill. Baldwin made funding for East Washington Avenue one of...
Baldwin Secures Preliminary Approval for Federal Funds for Beloit
March 26, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has obtained preliminary approval for $6,950,000 in federal funds to complete construction of Beloit's Gateway Boulevard. The funding is included in the House version of the Transportation Reauthorization Bill. Baldwin made funding the Gateway Project one of...
Baldwin Seeks Aid for Dairy Farmers
March 19, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is an original cosponsor of a bill to extend the Milk Income Loss Contract (MILC) program for an additional two years. H.R. 3990 was introduced on March 17 by Congressmen Collin Peterson (D-MN) and Don Sherwood...
Baldwin Calls Budget a Failure
March 18, 2004With the conclusion of House Budget Committee deliberations, committee member Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) said her constituents bear the brunt of Republicans' misplaced priorities. "This budget ignores the needs of Wisconsin and of all working Americans. It offers little to...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the Proposed Constitutional Amendment on Marriage
February 27, 2004I oppose a constitutional amendment banning same sex marriage. I believe the laws of this country should apply equally to everyone. That means adults of either gender and any race should be able to marry each other. In some states,...
Response to Secretary of Education Rod Paige's Comment Calling the NEA a "terrorist organization"
February 24, 2004"When President Bush was elected he promised to change the tone in Washington. I never expected that he would stoop to this level. Secretary Paige's comments this week mark a new low in our nation's discourse. The teachers in my...
Baldwin Faults Education Funding
February 11, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) questioned Secretary of Education Rod Paige today about the President's failure to address the rising cost of college tuition in his budget proposal for fiscal year 2005. Citing rising tuition costs, declining values of grants and...
Statement of the Honorable Tammy Baldwin to Treasury Secretary Snow
February 4, 2004Thank you Mr. Chairman and Ranking Member Spratt for having this important hearing today. Secretary Snow, I would like to say something about the Treasury Department's use of averages in describing the benefits - or more specifically the distribution of...
Comments by the Honorable Tammy Baldwin to OMB Director Joshua Bolton
February 3, 2004Thank you Mr. Chairman and Ranking Member Spratt. Mr. Bolton and Mr. Mankiw, one of the best ways to appraise this budget is whether it coveys to the American people that the President understands the problems they are facing and...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Release of the President's Budget for FY 2005
February 2, 2004"The President's budget turns a deaf ear on the priorities of my constituents, specifically, jobs, health care, and education. Despite our staggering debt and enormous military and security commitments, the President is intent on taking care of the wealthiest Americans...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Tyson Workers' Approval of Union Contract
January 29, 2004"I support the workers' decision to accept a less than satisfactory contract and applaud their solidarity and perseverance in the face of severe hardship, both financial and emotional over the past year. Around the country, large companies showing record profits...
Baldwin Tells Congress to Stop Playing Games with Farmers' Lives
January 28, 2004Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today urged her colleagues to stop using family farmers as pawns in a political game and make Chapter 12 bankruptcy protection permanent. Chapter 12 family farm bankruptcy protection has been an effective and non-controversial part of...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the State of the Union Address
January 21, 2004The President has one opportunity each year to address America's most pressing challenges. My constituents have made it clear to me that the greatest challenges they confront are the skyrocketing costs of health care and the state of our economy...
Statement on President Bush's Proposal in Space
January 14, 2004"I strongly support our continuing quest for scientific knowledge including research and exploration in space. I cannot support, however, the President's ill-timed plan to spend billions of dollars on ventures to the Moon and Mars when here at home we...
Statement on the Capture of Saddam Hussein
December 14, 2003"I join all Americans in commending the troops who carried out this operation and all those who laid the groundwork for capturing Saddam Hussein. His arrest could be a turning point in the reconstruction and democratization of Iraq. It is...
Rep. Baldwin: Bush Signing of Medicare Bill Marks Beginning of the End of Medicare
December 8, 2003WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Baldwin today called the President's signing of the Medicare bill the beginning of the end of Medicare, saying the bill offers only a meager prescription drug benefit, does nothing to control the skyrocketing price of prescription...
Baldwin Announces Firefighter Grants for Mt. Horeb
December 3, 2003The Mt. Horeb Fire Department will receive an $88,200 federal grant, U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced today. The funds are part of the 2003 Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program which is directing more than $750 million dollars to fire...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Local Law Enforcement
December 3, 2003The Sun Prairie, Fitchburg, and Middleton Police Departments will receive federal funds in the Fiscal Year 2004 budget thanks to the efforts of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) who pushed for the funding in the House of Representatives. Senator Herb Kohl...
Baldwin Secures Federal Funds for Baraboo-Dells Airport
December 2, 2003Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced that the Baraboo-Dells airport will receive federal funds in the Fiscal Year 2004 budget agreement that was approved by House and Senate negotiators and must be approved by both chambers. Baldwin pushed for the funding...
Baldwin Helps Secure Federal Funds for Madison
December 2, 2003More than $3 million federal dollars will flow into Madison next year to assist city agencies thanks to the efforts of U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI). The Fiscal Year 2004 budget agreement, which was approved by House and Senate negotiators,...
Baldwin Calls for Education Dept. to Stop Leaving Some Children Behind
November 21, 2003Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced the Every Child Is Created Equal Act to change current Department of Education (ED) rules that permit discrimination in hiring and in the provision of services to children. The bill is intended to remedy an...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On Massachusetts Gay Marriage Ruling
November 18, 2003I applaud the majority decision of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court for recognizing that the Massachusetts state constitution guarantees equality to all including its gay and lesbian citizens. As someone who has always supported equal civil rights for all Americans...
VA Concurrent Receipt Fact Sheet
November 10, 2003BACKGROUND People with 20 years of military service are entitled to receive retirement benefits from the Department of Defense (DOD). In addition, veterans who incurred service-related disabilities are entitled to receive disability compensation benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans...
WI Veterans Deserve More Respect
November 10, 2003Hours before the nation commemorates Veterans' Day, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today unveiled a Congressional report detailing the effect on thousands of disabled military veterans in Baldwin's Congressional District of a "Disabled Veterans' Tax" that effectively forces them to give up...
Baldwin Concerned with How U.S. Taxpayer Dollars Are Spent in Supplemental Funding Package for Iraq
October 9, 2003WASHINGTON.Wisconsin Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin said today she was leaning toward voting against a package to provide an additional $87 billion for postwar Iraq and Afghanistan. "I'll continue to be very supportive of getting our troops every tool they need to...
President Bush Visits Wisconsin Today
October 3, 2003MADISON .Pointing out that jobless figures show that over 9,000 Wisconsin residents filed new claims for unemployment last week, U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin renewed her request for the President to unveil a job creation package during his visit to Wisconsin...
Rep. Tammy Baldwin Welcomes Pres. Bush to Wisconsin
October 2, 2003WASHINGTON.President Bush is scheduled to be in Wisconsin on Friday morning and the Congresswoman representing the 2nd District is extending her warm Wisconsin welcome. "Our weather may be a little chilly," U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin noted, "but a Wisconsin welcome...
Rep. Tammy Baldwin: Good News for Wisconsin Farmers
October 1, 2003WASHINGTON.The release of $1.6 billion dollars in Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) payments from the Department of Agriculture to farmers is good news for producers in America's Dairyland. U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) issued the following statement on the $43 million...
Congresswoman Baldwin Helps Secure Federal Funds for Local High Tech Business
September 26, 2003WASHINGTON.Fresh off the news earlier this week that they were awarded a $5 million dollar competitive federal grant to conduct their cutting-edge research, a Wisconsin high-tech firm received more good news today. The recently passed Department of Defense Appropriation Bill...
Baldwin Praises Quick Congressional Action on Federal Do-Not-Call List
September 25, 2003WASHINGTON.In near record time, the U.S. House passed legislation today granting the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) the authority it needs to create a national Do-Not-Call List, despite the fact that such a list already exists. U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)...
Congresswoman Baldwin Speaks Out In Support of Beloit Casino
September 12, 2003BELOIT.The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is receiving input from area citizens on the proposed Beloit Casino until September 18th. This week the federal agency heard from U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin), the federal lawmaker who represents Beloit in Congress....
Congresswoman Baldwin: Academy Deadline Approaching
September 12, 2003MADISON.U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) reminds students, parents and educators that Friday, October 17th is the deadline for the receipt of completed applications for a nomination to our nation's service academies. "One of my favorite duties as a Member of...
The 2nd Anniversary of September 11th
September 10, 2003WASHINGTON. U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin released the following statement today: "As we commemorate the second anniversary of September 11th, my thoughts race back to that fateful day and my heart goes out to the people who fell victim on that...
Tammy Baldwin Announces Federal Transportation Victory for Dane Co. Regional Airport
September 9, 2003WASHINGTON.Dane County Regional Airport will get millions in federal dollars to make improvements to the area around one of its runways, U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced today. The Wisconsin lawmaker helped secure funding in the 2004 transportation appropriation that...
Congresswoman Baldwin Comments on President Bush's Address to the Nation
September 8, 2003MADISON. U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) released the following statement on last night's presidential address to the nation. "Last night many of us who had serious misgivings about this war were looking for answers to questions we posed before the...
Tammy Baldwin Announces Firefighter Grants for New Glarus
August 29, 2003MADISON.The New Glarus Fire Department will receive a $127,404 grant, U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) announced today. The monies, part of the United States Fire Administration in the Federal Emergency Management Agency, directs more than $750 million dollars in 2003...
Tammy Baldwin Announces Firefighter Grants for Sun Prairie
August 28, 2003MADISON.Sun Prairie's Volunteer Fire Department will receive a $113,175 grant, U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) announced today. The monies, part of the United States Fire Administration in the Federal Emergency Management Agency, directed more than $750 million dollars in 2003...
Congresswoman Baldwin Protects Wisconsin's Do-Not-Call List
August 22, 2003MADISON.U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin is urging the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) not to tamper with Wisconsin's landmark "do-not-call" list to protect citizens from telemarketers. Earlier this month the Wisconsin lawmaker joined U.S. Senators Russ Feingold and Herb Kohl in a...
Baldwin Renews Push for Fairness for Retired Nurses
August 8, 2003MADISON, WI.Legislation authored by U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) to correct a glitch that unfairly penalizes some nurses in the Veterans Administration (VA) is getting renewed attention recently. The measure, H.R. 972, will amend a pension calculation that shortchanges thousands...
Stratatech Corporation Wins $2M Grant from U.S. Dept. of Commerce
August 1, 2003Stratatech Corporation 505 South Rosa Road Madison, WI 53719 Tel. 608-441-2750 Fax. 608-441-2757 (Scientific Contact) Dr. Paul Conrad, pconrad@stratatechcorp.com (Business Contact) Robert Barnard, rbarnard@stratatechcorp.com Washington, D.C./Madison, WI - U.S. Representative Tammy Baldwin today announced that Stratatech Corporation of Madison will...
Madison Startup Wins $2 Million Federal Grant
August 1, 2003Contact: H. Tony Hartmann 663 0228 tony_hartmann@virent.com Virent Energy Systems, www.virent.com WASHINGTON.The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced recipients of their 2003 Advanced Technology Program (ATP) awards. Two winners are Wisconsin firms doing scientific research and the prestigious honor...
Congresswoman Baldwin & Mayor Cieslewicz to Tour New Affordable Housing Project on Near East Side
July 30, 2003Congresswoman Baldwin & Mayor Cieslewicz to Tour New Affordable Housing Project on Near East Side MADISON.Highlighting their commitment to both affordable housing and federal/local partnerships, U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will take a "hard hat"...
Congresswoman Baldwin Obtains $100,000 in Federal Funds for UW-Rock County
July 28, 2003WASHINGTON.The successful efforts of U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to direct $100,000 in federal funding to the UW-Rock County campus in the 2003 federal budget is coming to fruition. The Wisconsin lawmaker announced that the dollars she secured for projects...
More Listening Sessions in August
July 25, 2003Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will be at many public events in Wisconsin during the August recess - from Beloit to Baraboo and everywhere in between. She will also schedule public Listening Sessions to discuss how prescription drug proposals will affect you...
Congresswoman Baldwin to Hear Concerns about Prescription Drugs in Baraboo on Tuesday
July 25, 2003MADISON.Recent congressional proposals that try to address the high cost of prescription drugs for seniors will be discussed at a listening session hosted by U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin). The lawmaker invites her constituents who have comments, questions and concerns...
Baldwin Hears Input On Prescription Drug Plans
July 21, 2003MADISON.Proposals that try to address the high cost of prescription drugs for seniors were the topics of discussion at a listening session hosted by U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) this weekend at the Madison Senior Center. The lawmaker invited constituents...
Baldwin To Hear Citizen Concerns At Listening Session On Medicare/Prescription Drugs
July 17, 2003MADISON.Recent congressional proposals that try to address the high cost of prescription drugs for seniors will be discussed at a listening session hosted by U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin). The lawmaker invites her constituents who have comments, questions and concerns...
Baldwin Unveils New Veterans Health Care Measure
July 2, 2003MADISON - As Americans prepared to celebrate our nation's 227th birthday leaders here announced plans to fix a glitch in current law that hurts veterans struggling with vision problems. U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Sec. Ray Boland of the Dept....
Baldwin's Buy American Amendment to Homeland Security Bill Thwarted by GOP Majority
June 24, 2003WASHINGTON.U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) took her efforts to create jobs in Beloit to the floor of the House of Representatives today to make her case that American workers should build the machinery to make America safe. Fairbanks Morse of...
Baldwin Leads Capitol Hill Outcry Over White House Deletion of Global Warming Language
June 24, 2003WASHINGTON.A report released yesterday by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has large omissions and major oversights, but not because scientists or researchers failed to identify them. White House political operatives removed substantial parts of the report, especially those that address...
Baldwin Pushes for More Federal Funding to Combat CWD
June 19, 2003WASHINGTON.As a key congressional committee grapples with the federal budget, a Wisconsin lawmaker urges appropriators to include more dollars to combat Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), whose district includes the original outbreak of the disease, is...
Baldwin Sponsors Bill to Assure Funding for Veterans Health Care
June 11, 2003The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Disabled Americans Veterans have made mandatory funding of veterans' health care programs their top legislative priority in this session of Congress. U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) joined these veterans' service organizations...
Tammy Baldwin: "Republican Flex Time Scheme Bad News for Wisconsin's Working Families"
June 3, 2003Washington, DC - A Republican plan that would roll back the 40 hour work week created over sixty years ago in the Fair Labor Standards Act was blasted this week by a group of women lawmakers and workers at a...
Rep. Baldwin Calls For Extension of Unemployment Benefits
May 15, 2003Washington, DC - With 14,400 Wisconsin workers slated to lose their unemployment benefits in just two weeks, Rep. Tammy Baldwin spoke out on the floor of the House of Representatives to call for the extension of these benefits: "Congress just...
Baldwin Amendment Protects America's Forests, Public Right to Appeal, and Judicial Review
May 14, 2003Washington, DC - In a move to prevent the unprecedented action of reducing citizen and local government participation in environmental decision-making, Rep. Tammy Baldwin today offered an amendment that would have struck the most egregious sections of H.R. 1904, the...
Rep. Baldwin Congratulates Wisconsin Freedom's Answer Star During D.C. Meeting
May 8, 2003Washington, DC - Rep. Tammy Baldwin congratulated McFarland high school student, Trent Benishek, for his hard work on behalf Freedom's Answer, an organization that seeks to get high school students participating in the political process before they are even able...
Rep. Baldwin Announces Winners of Congressional Art Competition
May 5, 2003Madison - Calling the art of the area's high school students "outstanding" and "representative of a great deal of talent, originality and dedication to the arts," Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced the winners of the 2003 Congressional Arts Competition. Winner: Entry:...
Rep. Baldwin Urges People to Participate in 11th Annual Letter Carriers' Food Drive
April 30, 2003Washington, DC - Rep. Tammy Baldwin is encouraging people to participate in the annual Letter Carriers' Food Drive on May 10th. When letter carriers deliver mail on May 10th, they also will pick up any food donation left by the...
My Views on Senator Santorum
April 25, 2003Senator Rick Santorum's remarks equating homosexuality to a variety of criminal behaviors showed his total disrespect for millions of Americans. The fact that his fellow Republican leaders and the White House have continued their support of him highlights something far...
Rep. Baldwin Rolls Out Legislation Protecting Health Of Veterans and Troops Abroad
April 23, 2003Washington, DC - Joined by three local veterans, Representative Tammy Baldwin unveiled legislation that would ensure the comprehensive study of diseases occurring in military troops returning from deployment. Local veterans who have suffered from post-deployment health problems share their experiences...
Baldwin Pushes Legislation to Protect Cranes and Their Habitats
April 22, 2003Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin today announced the introduction of legislation (H.R. 1647) to protect cranes and their habitats. Baldwin's legislation builds on the Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Fund (RTCF), which was passed by Congress and signed into...
Nature Conservancy Presents Conservation Leadership Award to Representative Tammy Baldwin
April 22, 2003BARABOO - On April 22, The Nature Conservancy presented U.S. Representative Tammy Baldwin with a Conservation Leadership award for her role in the appropriation of $1 million in federal funds through the Forest Legacy program for protection of the forests...
Rep. Baldwin Introduces Expanded Child Tax Credit
April 15, 2003Washington, DC - Speaking before a group of college students in Beloit, Representative Tammy Baldwin announced the introduction of legislation that would provide a child tax credit for families with 17 and 18 year old children. The legislation would amend...
Baldwin: "Protect Our Troops at Home and Abroad!!!"
April 3, 2003Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin introduced legislation yesterday that would allow for the comprehensive study of diseases occurring in military troops returning from deployment. "Far too often, troops returning from deployment have suffered from mysterious illnesses that medical science...
Representative Baldwin Decries Budget Cuts to Health Care
March 28, 2003Washington, DC - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a member of the House Budget Committee, joined America's health care providers in condemning the fiscal year 2004 budget put forward by Republicans. The proposed Budget includes billions in cuts to health care funding...
Representative Baldwin Condemns Budget Cuts to Education
March 27, 2003Washington, DC - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a member of the House Budget Committee, condemned the fiscal year 2004 budget put forward by Republicans that includes billions in cuts to education funding in order to provide for President Bush's $1.3 trillion...
Baldwin fights abortion ban: Offers amendments to protect women, doctors.
March 26, 2003Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin blasted the House Judiciary Committee for its adoption of a bill that outlaws late term abortions, and would provide prison sentences for doctors who provide them, even in cases where a woman's health is in danger. Baldwin...
Supplemental Spending Proposal Raises Many Questions, says Baldwin
March 25, 2003"As Congress has ceded virtually all of its power to the President with respect to the situation in Iraq, the only remaining power we have is the power of the purse strings," said Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin. With the arrival of...
Baldwin: Budget Breaks Promises to Nation's Veterans
March 24, 2003As a new generation of veterans face the consequences of battle, including disability and serious health problems, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today said that it is shocking that our nation's leaders are turning their back on promises made to our veterans....
Remarks of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the 2004 Budget Resolution
March 21, 2003Today, the Republicans have presented one of the most irresponsible budgets I've ever seen. Republicans have made their priorities crystal clear. Their number one priority in this budget is making room for $1.35 trillion in tax cuts that will benefit...
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's Statement on Start of War in Iraq
March 19, 2003Now that war has begun, I know I speak for my constituents in fervently hoping for a short military engagement, minimal civilian casualties, and the safe return of every single American soldier. Over the past several months, I have heard...
Rep. Baldwin Statement on President Bush's Statement on Iraq:
March 17, 2003Washington, DC - "It is my continuing hope that this situation can be resolved without war. However, if our troops are ordered into action, we must work to ensure that their mission is accomplished swiftly, with the loss of as...
Rep. Tammy Baldwin: "Republican Budget Slashes Programs Americans Depend Upon and Fails to put
March 12, 2003Washington, DC - Following a day of committee meetings on the Republican Budget, Rep. Tammy Baldwin made the following statement, "This budget slashes the programs my constituents rely upon in order to finance excessive tax cuts for the wealthy, and...
Representative Baldwin Secures Millions for Madison Area
March 6, 2003Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin secured nearly six million dollars in federal funding for several Madison area programs included as part of the fiscal year 2003 budget, passed by Congress and signed into law by the President. The money will go to...
Rep. Tammy Baldwin Introduces Legislation To Help VA Nurses
February 28, 2003Madison, WI - Rep. Tammy Baldwin this week introduced legislation (H.R. 972) that would provide full pension benefits for Veterans Affairs Department (VA) healthcare workers. Presently, many retired VA nurses are denied full pension benefits. "VA nurses who retired before...
Baldwin Secures $2 Million for Madison's State Street
February 28, 2003Washington, DC - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has successfully secured federal funds for the State Street Strategic Plan Revitalization project. Baldwin obtained $2 million in the fiscal year 2003 Appropriations Bill passed by the U.S. Congress for the project. "I'm delighted...
Rep. Baldwin Calls Anti-Stem Cell Bill "Outrageous"
February 27, 2003Rep. Baldwin said that legislation passed in the House of Representatives to ban cloning of any kind was outrageous in its overreach. Baldwin stated that this legislation would have a chilling effect on biomedical research in the U.S., particularly at...
Representative Baldwin Secures $90,000 For Stoughton Economic Development Initiative
February 25, 2003Representative Tammy Baldwin announced today that Congress approved $90,000 in federal funding for the City of Stoughton as part of the fiscal year 2003 budget. Rep. Baldwin has worked for the past year to secure these funds, which will be...
Representative Baldwin Secures $1 Million For Baraboo Hills Conservation Project
February 20, 2003Representative Tammy Baldwin announced today that Congress has approved $1 million in federal funding for the Baraboo Hills Conservation Project as part of the fiscal year 2003 budget. The funds, provided through the Forest Legacy Program, will be used to...
Representative Baldwin Secures $150,000 for School District of Beloit
February 13, 2003Washington, DC - Congress today approved $150,000 in federal funding for the School District of Beloit as part of the fiscal year 2003 budget, Representative Tammy Baldwin announced. "I'm delighted that these funds will allow the School District of Beloit...
Representative Baldwin Secures $650,000 for Columbus Community Hospital
February 13, 2003Washington, DC - Congress today approved $650,000 in federal funding for the Columbus Community Hospital Foundation as part of the FY2003 budget, Representative Tammy Baldwin announced. These funds will be used to construct a new Emergency Room for the hospital,...
CONGRESS APPROVES $225,000 FOR BELOIT URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT, KOHL & BALDWIN ANNOUNCE
February 13, 2003WASHINGTON, DC - Congress today approved $225,000 in federal funding for an urban renewal project in Beloit as part of the FY2003 budget, U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and U.S. Representative Tammy Baldwin announced. The funds will be used to redevelop...
Representative Baldwin Secures $100,000 for UW-Rock County
February 13, 2003Washington, DC - The House of Representatives today approved $100,000 in federal funding for UW-Rock County as part of the fiscal year 2003 budget, Representative Tammy Baldwin announced. "I'm delighted that these funds will allow UW-Rock County to upgrade their...
Representative Baldwin Secures $135,000 for City of Columbus Economic Development Initiative
February 13, 2003Washington, DC - Congress today approved $135,000 in federal funding for the City of Columbus Economic Development Initiative as part of the fiscal year 2003 budget, Representative Tammy Baldwin announced. These funds will be used to continue economic development programs...
Rep. Baldwin Statement on Stem-Cell Research:
February 12, 2003Washington, DC - "Using stem cells for the purposes of medical research is not the same as cloning for the purposes of producing a child. I oppose any attempt at cloning for the purpose of producing a child. But I...
Baldwin Announces American Medical Association Award For State Senator Judy Robson
February 12, 2003Washington, DC - When the American Medical Society asked national health care leaders to nominate other lawmakers who made a difference in the crusade for affordable health care, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin thought of her former colleague and nurse, State Sen....
Rep. Baldwin Statement on President Bush's 2004 Budget: "Bush Budget Fails Wisconsinites"
February 3, 2003Washington, DC - As a member of the Budget Committee, I will thoroughly review and vote on the budget for fiscal year 2004. While I have not had a chance to delve into the details of the President's budget that...
Rep. Baldwin Statement on CWD funding in President Bush's 2004 Budget:
February 3, 2003Washington, DC - "While the President's request is higher than he requested last year, it is almost identical to the $16 million approved in the Senate for the current fiscal year. So, while the President labels the request for CWD...
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin Statement on Space Shuttle Columbia Tragedy
February 1, 2003Washington, DC - I am deeply saddened at the tragic crash of the Space Shuttle Columbia that took the lives of seven astronauts, including one whose home was Wisconsin. On board was a crew of seven: Colonel Rick Husband; Lt....
Baldwin Votes For "First Responder" Money
January 29, 2003Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin yesterday voted to immediately release money for "first responders" -police, fire, EMT, and other emergency personnel that would be the first to safely and effectively respond to an act of terrorism on U.S. soil....
Baldwin Hails Doubling of CWD Money
January 24, 2003Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin today hailed the passage of Senate appropriations legislation that would double funds dedicated to the ongoing fight to eliminate Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and vowed to fight for its passage in the House of...
Baldwin Announces Release of Emergency Heating Funds
January 24, 2003Madison - Representative Tammy Baldwin today announced that $6.66 million in emergency Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funds would be released to Wisconsin by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Citing a projected colder winter than...
Baldwin To Host Beloit Office Grand Opening
January 21, 2003Beloit - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin will host a grand opening celebration this Friday with local residents and officials to mark the opening of her new Beloit Congressional office. "My commitment to serve all of the people of my district is...
Baldwin Statement on 30th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
January 21, 2003Washington, DC - Thirty years ago, the Supreme Court held that women have a constitutional right to self-determination with regard to reproductive rights. That decision - Roe v. Wade - was carefully crafted. It held that the rights of women...
Baldwin Honors Memory of Martin Luther King Jr.
January 14, 2003Madison - As Americans prepare to celebrate this year's January 20th holiday in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin said today she hopes his visionary leadership and message of peace would serve as a reminder...
Helen Forbeck Named to Run Baldwin's Beloit Office
January 14, 2003Beloit - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced the appointment of Wisconsin native and longtime Beloiter Helen Forbeck to manage her new Beloit office. Forbeck, who served Congressman Les Aspin in a similar capacity, began her work in Beloit on Monday,...
Baldwin Staff Hosts Office Hours In Columbus, DeForest, Sun Prairie
January 13, 2003Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's district staff will be in Columbus, DeForest, and Sun Prairie on Friday, January 24th so that constituents may voice their opinions on issues of concern and get information about federal services available to be of assistance to...
Rep. Baldwin Announces Opening Of Beloit Office
January 10, 2003Beloit - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced the opening of her new Beloit Congressional District office. The office will be open from 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, starting Monday January 13, 2003. The office will be located at the...
Congresswoman Baldwin Condemns Re-nomination of Judge Pickering to U.S. Court of Appeals
January 9, 2003United States Representative Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) condemned the Bush Administration's decision to re-nominate Mississippi conservative Judge Charles Pickering Sr. for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit and called on President Bush to withdraw the nomination. Judge Pickering...
Congresswoman Baldwin Welcomes New District
January 7, 2003United States Representative Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) pledged to continue to be a "hands-on," accessible Congresswoman when she took the oath of office at noon today. Baldwin, who represents the 2nd Congressional District, was sworn in for her 3rd term during...
Statement on Democratic Stimulus Package
January 6, 2003"House Democrats have put together an economic stimulus plan that is direct, fair and fiscally responsible." "We need tax cuts that are targeted to the people who will spend the money, and investment that creates jobs and improves the lives...
Baldwin: As Global Terror Is On The Rise, White House Halts Funding For Emergency Responders
December 5, 2002Madison - With acts of terrorism increasing in frequency around the world, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today criticized the Bush Administration for once again deciding to delay funding for community police, fire, and EMS departments that are seeking to continue or...
Baldwin Slams Congressional Adjournment Before Extending Unemployment Insurance
November 22, 2002Madison - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today slammed the inability of Congress to pass legislation to extend unemployment benefits that are due to expire for nearly 1 million Americans on December 28th. It is estimated that an additional 95,000 workers will...
Baldwin Applauds CWD Testing Announcement
October 16, 2002Madison - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today applauded the announcement of a Federal/State partnership aimed at increasing testing capacity for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). The agreement closely mirrors bipartisan legislation introduced last week by Rep. Baldwin requiring the USDA to step...
Baldwin Staff Hosts Senior Office Hours In Monroe
October 16, 2002Madison - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's district staff will be at the Monroe Senior Center on October 30th so that constituents may voice their opinions on issues of concern and get information about federal services available to be of assistance to...
Baldwin Calls USDA Dairy Payments Good First Step
October 16, 2002Madison - After months of frustration over the slowness of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today expressed relief over an announcement yesterday that dairy farmers in Wisconsin had begun to receive dairy assistance funds. Rep. Baldwin...
Baldwin Works With Economic Policy Leaders
October 11, 2002Washington, DC - Noting recent announcements of job losses in her Congressional district, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today expressed the need for immediate action to focus on the economy. "As I have traveled through my Congressional district I have met numerous...
Baldwin Demands FDA Block Milk Protein Concentrate
October 11, 2002Washington, DC - Rep. Tammy Baldwin today sent a letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) demanding that the FDA enforce existing law and block the use of imported Milk Protein Concentrate (MPC) in the production of standardized cheeses....
Baldwin Secures Funds For Stoughton Redevelopment Program
October 10, 2002Washington, DC - At the urging of Representative Tammy Baldwin, The House Appropriations committee has included $100,000 in Economic Development Initiative funds for the City of Stoughton in the fiscal year 2003 VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies appropriations bill. The...
Baldwin Secures Funds For Columbus Economic Development Program
October 10, 2002Washington, DC - At the urging of Representative Tammy Baldwin, The House Appropriations committee has included $150,000 in Economic Development Initiative funds for the City of Columbus in the fiscal year 2003 VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies appropriations bill. The...
Baldwin Announces Mental Health Grant for Older Adults
October 10, 2002Washington, DC - Rep. Tammy Baldwin today announced a grant of $409,536 to be awarded to the Mental Health Center of Dane County, Inc. from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to expand the services of Kajsiab...
Baldwin Announces $122,400 Grant For Sun Prairie, Burke and Bristol Fire Department
October 10, 2002Madison, WI - Representative Tammy Baldwin today hailed the approval of a $122,400 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the United States Fire Administration (USFA) to help bolster the Sun Prairie Fire Department's emergency response capabilities. "I'm...
Baldwin Announces $20,938 Grant For North Freedom Fire Department
October 10, 2002Madison, WI - Representative Tammy Baldwin today hailed the approval of a $20,938 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the United States Fire Administration (USFA) to help bolster the North Freedom Fire Department's emergency response capabilities. "I'm...
Reps. Green, Baldwin introduce new bipartisan CWD legislation Thursday
October 10, 2002WASHINGTON - U.S. Reps. Tammy Baldwin (D-Madison) and Mark Green (R-Green Bay) introduced legislation Thursday in the U.S. House of Representatives to significantly increase Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) testing capacity and require a new strategic federal plan for addressing animal...
Baldwin Calls For Action On Economic Issues Facing Families
October 3, 2002Washington, DC - Rep. Tammy Baldwin last night spoke from the House floor about the plight facing so many of her constituents in an increasingly uncertain economy. Rep. Baldwin spoke of the concerns that her constituents have expressed to her...
Baldwin Introduces Legislation to Aid Veterans
October 1, 2002Madison - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has introduced legislation that will aid veterans who suffered from a significant loss of hearing or vision while serving their country. The Disabled Veterans Equity Act (H.R. 5477) will change existing law to allow these...
Baldwin Hails Creation of Violence Against Women Office
September 27, 2002Washington, DC -Representative Tammy Baldwin hailed final House passage of legislation that creates a permanent Violence Against Women Office (VAWO) at the Department of Justice. The VAWO provision was added when Rep. Baldwin offered an amendment to the bill during...
Baldwin Acts To Help Family Farmers
September 26, 2002Washington, DC -In her ongoing efforts to establish permanent Bankruptcy protection for family farmers, Representative Tammy Baldwin today took procedural action in the House of Representatives to force a vote on bringing forward Chapter 12 legislation. Republicans who have refused...
Baldwin Announces $1.5 Million Grant For South Madison Economic Development
September 24, 2002Madison, WI -Representative Tammy Baldwin today announced the award of a $1.5 million grant from the Department of Commerce to the Town of Madison for the continued development of the Novation Technology Campus located in South Madison on the corner...
Baldwin Tours Ice Age Trail
September 20, 2002Madison, WI -Accompanied by local park officials, Congresswoman Baldwin today toured a portion of the Ice Age Trail and discussed recent progress made in building the trail. They also talked about future improvements to the trail as this "Wisconsin treasure"...
Baldwin Demands Release Of Dairy Funds
September 18, 2002Madison, WI - Rep. Tammy Baldwin expressed her frustration that the Department of Agriculture has failed to comply with a law that provides financial resources to struggling dairy farmers. In a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman, Rep. Baldwin...
Baldwin Staff Hosts Senior Office Hours in Mount Horeb
September 17, 2002Madison - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's district staff will be at the Mount Horeb Library on September 26th so that constituents may voice their opinions on issues of concern and get information about federal services available to be of assistance to...
Baldwin Questions Bush Administration's Silence on CWD
September 13, 2002Madison, WI - Rep. Tammy Baldwin today expressed her frustration that the Bush Administration appears oblivious to the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) crisis in Wisconsin. In a letter to Secretary of the Interior Gale Norton, Baldwin expressed concern that during...
Baldwin Introduces Legislation To Protect Family Farmers
September 9, 2002Washington, DC - Citing the financial challenges facing Wisconsin farmers, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced legislation that would make Chapter 12 farm bankruptcy protections permanent. The Family Farmers and Family Fisherman Protection Act of 2002 improves bankruptcy protections for struggling...
Baldwin Statement On New York Joint Meeting of Congress Commemorating September 11th
September 6, 2002New York, NY - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today traveled to New York to commemorate September 11th, and to participate in an historic Joint Meeting of Congress held in Federal Hall. "This commemorative meeting was held in recognition of the lives...
Tammy Baldwin Tours Sun Prairie in Fight to Bring Federal Dollars for Downtown Redevelopment Plans
August 27, 2002Sun Prairie, WI - Rep. Tammy Baldwin today toured the City of Sun Prairie with Mayor Jo Ann Orfan to see the redevelopment plans for the downtown area. The tour was part of Rep. Baldwin's effort to bring $1.35 million...
Tammy Baldwin Marks 67th Anniversary of Social Security, Calls on President & Congress to Protect it
August 21, 2002Verona, WI - Speaking at the Verona Senior Center today, Representative Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) celebrated 67 years of improved financial security for America's seniors thanks to Social Security. However, the Congresswoman warned of a potentially dire future if some political...
Rep. Baldwin Decries White House Cut In CWD Funding
August 13, 2002Madison, WI - Representative Tammy Baldwin today denounced an expected decision by the White House to block emergency funding to fight Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Wisconsin's Congressional delegation members worked to ensure that funds were included in the supplemental spending...
Baldwin Announces $48,600 Grant For Columbus Fire Department
August 12, 2002Madison, WI - Representative Tammy Baldwin today hailed the approval of a $48,600 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the United States Fire Administration (USFA) to help bolster the Columbus Fire Department's emergency response capabilities. "I'm delighted...
Rep. Baldwin Receives Perfect Score From NAACP Legislative Report Card
August 9, 2002Madison, WI - Representative Tammy Baldwin today welcomed the announcement from the NAACP that she was one of only 20 members of the House of Representatives to receive a perfect, 100% rating on the NAACP Legislative Report Card. This ranking...
Baldwin Announces Grant For Circus World Museum
August 2, 2002Madison, WI - Representative Tammy Baldwin today hailed the approval of a $4,503 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to help the Circus World Museum in their goal of preserving their extensive paper, photography, audio, video, and film...
Baldwin Calls For Criminal Charges Against Crooked CEOs
July 31, 2002MADISON - Corporate executives who lied about company profits and expenses to investors while personally reaping millions before their company's stock plummeted should be charged with fraud, according to U.S. Representative Tammy Baldwin. The Wisconsin lawmaker today called for the...
Baldwin Votes Against "Fast Track"
July 27, 2002Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin today voted against legislation that would cost more Wisconsinites their jobs, strip away worker protections, and diminish the role of Congress in representing the American public. "Today is a troubling day for the working...
Baldwin Votes For Corporate Accountability Legislation
July 25, 2002Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin today voted for corporate accountability legislation that will help to protect Wisconsin investors. Rep. Baldwin stressed that while this legislation is good for investors, further action is needed. This is good legislation that now...
Baldwin Introduces Legislation to Expand Child Tax Credit
July 24, 2002Representative Tammy Baldwin on Tuesday introduced legislation that would provide a child tax credit for families with 17 and 18 year old children. The legislation would amend the U.S. tax code to include 17 and 18 year olds in the...
Baldwin Votes For $18 Million to Fight CWD
July 24, 2002Representative Tammy Baldwin last night voted for legislation that would provide $18 million in the ongoing fight to eliminate Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). The funding was part of an emergency measure in the Defense and Homeland Security Supplemental Appropriation for...
Local Office Hours in Your Community
July 17, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's Staff Will Host Office Hours in Cambridge, Deerfield, and Waterloo Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's district staff will hold office hours in Cambridge, Deerfield, and Waterloo for constituents to voice their opinions on issues of concern and get information...
Baldwin Says No To Watered Down Corporate Accountability Legislation
July 16, 2002Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin today voted against watered down corporate accountability legislation calling it a distraction. "My constituents tell me that they want action now," Baldwin said. "This bill is nothing more than a diversionary tactic by the...
Baldwin Secures $3 Million For Ice Age Trail
July 16, 2002Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin today hailed the approval of $3 million dollars for the Wisconsin Ice Age Trail by the House Appropriations Committee. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) led the quest for funding for the project and worked with...
Los Dem˘cratas en la C mara Luchan por las Familias Necesitadas, Abogan por Asistencia Temporera
July 12, 2002La Rep.Baldwin pidi˘ hoy a la mayorˇa republicana que apoye los esfuerzos dem˘cratas para proveer asistencia a las familias necesitadas durante ?pocas de dificultad econ˘mica. Estadˇsticas publicadas recientemente muestran un incremento en las cifras del desempleo a nivel nacional. "Estoy...
Rep. Baldwin Fights To Protect Wisconsin Dairy Farmers
July 11, 2002Rep. Tammy Baldwin today asked Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman to immediately provide assistance for Wisconsin's dairy farmers, as man DATEd in the 2002 farm bill. Rep. Baldwin stressed, "Many dairy producers are suffering severe financial hardship as a result of...
Floor Statement on Corporate Accountability
July 10, 2002"Mr. Speaker, over the last several weeks, the voices in favor of sweeping corporate reforms have been loud. Now, I believe it is time for Congress' actions to be tough. There is no doubt the integrity of our market must...
Statement on CWD: Baldwin Calls Task Force Report A Modest First Step
June 26, 2002Rep. Tammy Baldwin, today called the report from the Dept. of Agriculture and Dept. of Interior joint taskforce on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) a good modest first step, but criticized its overall bureaucratic tone and its inability to outline immediate...
Rep. Tammy Baldwin Calls To Secure Amtrak Funding
June 25, 2002Representative Tammy Baldwin, today called on her colleagues in Congress and on President Bush to provide the funds necessary to ensure the survival of Amtrak and passenger rail service in America. "I constantly hear from my constituents about the need...
Rep. Tammy Baldwin Will Help VA Nurses Get The Retirement Benefits They Deserve
June 24, 2002Rep. Baldwin Tammy Baldwin, along with the director of the Wisconsin Nurses Association, a Madison nurse, and an area veteran today announced Rep. Baldwin's legislation that would provide full pension benefits for Veterans Administration (VA) healthcare workers.Rep. Baldwin Tammy Baldwin,...
Floor Statement: Baldwin Calls for Prescription Drug Coverage
June 20, 2002This morning, after opening the day's session by leading the House of Representatives in the pledge of allegiance, Wisconsin Representative Tammy Baldwin delivered the following statement on prescription drug coverage: "Mr. Speaker, what are the priorities of this Congress? So...
Rep. Baldwin Hails Extension of Family Planning and Primary Care Services to as Many as 47,000 Women
June 20, 2002Rep. Baldwin today hailed the decision by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to approve a Wisconsin plan to extend Medicaid family planning services and promote access to primary care services for as many as 47,000 women. Rep....
Rep. Baldwin's Consumer Protection Bill Passes House
June 11, 2002Declaring a victory for consumers and business, U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin hailed the passage of bipartisan legislation that she co-authored with Rep. Melissa Hart (R-PA) that prevents the tampering with consumer products to distribute offensive literature and pictures. Over the...
Statement of Rep. Baldwin on Creation of the Department of Homeland Security
June 7, 2002"I am glad to see that the President has heeded the call of Congressional Democrats to create a cabinet level department for homeland security. From the initial materials that have been provided to me from the White House, I think...
Baldwin Decries Massive Tax Cut for the Wealthiest of the Wealthy
June 7, 2002This afternoon, the Republican majority in the House of Representatives approved legislation to permanently repeal the estate tax at the expense of Social Security and our ability to guarantee benefits to future generations of Wisconsin seniors. In 2009, when the...
Rep. Baldwin Announces Winners of Congressional Arts Contest
June 5, 2002Washington, DC - Calling the art of the area's high school students "outstanding" and "representative of a great deal of talent, originality and dedication to the arts," Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced the winners of the 2002 Congressional Arts Competition....
Baldwin Announces Federal Funds for Area Recreation
May 24, 2002Washington, DC - Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced that the federal government has approved a matching grant for several outdoor recreation projects, including three in Dane County and another in Iowa County. The outdoor recreation projects funded include expansion and...
Rep. Baldwin Protects Children from Pornography
May 21, 2002Washington, DC - Rep. Tammy Baldwin (WI-2) today voted to protect children from pornographic images on the internet by creating a space on the internet that would be for the exclusive use of websites for children. The legislation (H.R. 3833,...
Statement on Chronic Wasting Disease:
May 17, 2002Washington, DC - I am deeply concerned about the Chronic Wasting Disease outbreak in the deer population in Wisconsin. This disease poses a threat to our economy, food safety, tourism and our very way of life here in Wisconsin. It...
Baldwin: Bad in Farm Bill Outweighs The Good
May 3, 2002Washington, DC -Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI-2) voted against the farm bill because of its lopsided support for large corporate farms at the expense of small family farmers and the fact that it actually reduces the amount of money devoted to...
Baldwin Amendment Will Protect Children
April 25, 2002Washington, DC - The House of Representatives on Thursday unanimously passed an amendment to INS restructuring legislation offered by Wisconsin Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI-2). The Baldwin amendment instructs the newly created Office of Children's Affairs, in the restructured Immigration and...
Baldwin Votes Against Raid on Social Security
April 18, 2002Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today voted against the permanent extension of the Bush tax cut. The Republican passed extension of the tax cut would cost an estimated $4 trillion from 2010 to 2020. Rep. Baldwin said that...
Baldwin Calls for Increase in Funds for Victims of Sexual Violence
April 17, 2002Washington, DC - Representative Tammy Baldwin is calling on the House Appropriations Committee to increase funding that would link tested DNA in rape kits to rapists and for an increase in funding for the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) fund....
Baldwin Calls For Permanent Bankruptcy Protection For Farmers
April 10, 2002Washington, DC - Speaking from the floor of the House of Representatives today, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin called on her colleagues to accept a provision in the Senate Farm Bill that would make Chapter 12 bankruptcy permanent. Bankruptcy generally requires liquidation...
Baldwin Appoints New Press Secretary
March 29, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced today the appointment of Wisconsin native Jonathan Beeton to the position of press secretary in her Washington DC office. Mr. Beeton was born in Milwaukee, lived in Cedarburg and later moved to Michigan with his family....
Baldwin Says Budget Hurts Seniors
March 20, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin voiced strong opposition to the proposed FY2003 federal budget that was debated today on the House floor. Baldwin told her colleagues that the budget as presented would not meet the needs of seniors in our country. "While...
Baldwin Introduces Boland on Capitol Hill
March 20, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced Wisconsin Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Ray Boland, to a Joint Hearing of the House and Senate Veterans Affairs Committees. Boland was there to testify in his role as President of the National Association of State...
Obey, Baldwin Announce Release of $15 Million for UW's ICECUBE neutrino detector
March 15, 2002Wisconsin Representatives Dave Obey (7th) and Tammy Baldwin (2nd) announced today that the National Science Foundation has officially approved and will soon release $15 million in federal funds for the University of Wisconsin-Madison's ICECUBE neutrino detector. Obey and Baldwin contacted...
Baldwin Says "Helping People" Her Top Budget Priority
March 13, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is urging her colleagues on the House Budget Committee to put the real needs of average taxpayers ahead of special handouts to the rich and powerful. "My constituents are dismayed by proposed tax cuts that help the...
Baldwin Seeks to Set Budget Priorities
March 11, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a member of the House Budget Committee, will participate in setting the nation's budget priorities when the full committee meets this week to review the FY 2003 federal budget. Baldwin will seek to introduce amendments to provide...
Baldwin Named to Farm Bill Conference
March 8, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a member of the House Judiciary Committee, was named to the House/Senate conference committee on the Farm Bill. The conference committee will negotiate differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill. As a conferee for...
Judiciary Committee OKs Baldwin Request for Full VAWA Funding in 2003
February 27, 2002The House Judiciary Committee today approved its FY03 Budget Views and Estimates that includes the recommendation that the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) office in the Department of Justice (DOJ) be fully funded. In his opening statement, Ranking Member John...
Baldwin Receives Perfect Score from National Environmental Group
February 20, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today received a perfect score from a leading national environmental group. In its 2001 National Environmental Scorecard, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV), a bipartisan organization devoted to educating citizens about the environmental voting records of federally...
Baldwin Hails Passage of Landmark Campaign Finance Reform
February 14, 2002After a long and contentious debate that lasted until the early morning hours of Thursday, February 14th, the U.S. House of Representatives finally delivered a Valentine to the American people by passing the landmark Shays-Meehan campaign finance reform legislation. Congresswoman...
Baldwin Claims Major Victory as VA Recommends Preserving Madison Veterans' Hospital
February 8, 2002Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin praised the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) final recommendation that the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison be renovated and expanded with the addition of nursing home beds. The announcement came today after an...
Baldwin Secures $500,000 for Innovative Local Training Program
December 20, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin was successful in securing $500,000 in federal funds for an innovative local project to identify, train, and place people with disabilities in information technology careers. The funding for TechWorks, a partnership of the WI Division of Vocational...
$500,000 for MATC
December 19, 2001The House of Representatives today passed legislation to provide $500,000 to Madison Area Technical College (MATC) for the training of closed captioners, U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and Representative Tammy Baldwin announced. The funds will be used to recruit students, provide...
Baldwin Secures $170,000 for Upland Hills Health
December 19, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin's efforts to secure federal funds for Upland Hills Health (formerly Memorial Hospital of Iowa County) successfully garnered $170,000 in the FY 2002 Labor, HHS, Education Bill passed today by the House of Representatives. The funding will be...
Baldwin to Bush: Support Afghan Women
November 16, 2001Led by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02), fifty Members of Congress today called on President Bush to support efforts to include women in all aspects of a new Afghanistan. In a letter to the President, Baldwin and her colleagues wrote, "While...
Baldwin Gets $3 Million for New Ag Research Center at UW
November 15, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has obtained $3 million for the construction of a new Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Cereal Crops Research Unit laboratory at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The funding was included in the FY 2002 Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, and...
House Approves $1.5 Million for Madison Police Dept. Technology Upgrades
November 14, 2001U.S. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02), U.S. Senator Herb Kohl (D-WI), and Madison Mayor Susan J. M. Bauman announced the House today approved $1.5 million to install new laptop computers and video monitoring units in the Madison Police Department's squad cars....
$50,000 for Downtown Park Project
November 6, 2001A House and Senate conference committee today included $50,000 for Madison's Urban Open Space Foundation (UOSF) in the FY 2002 VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies appropriations bill. The money will help fund a 172 acre redevelopment project in the heart...
Obey, Baldwin Secure Funds for University of Wisconsin's Antarctic Neutrino Detector
November 6, 2001WASHINGTON, DC - Wisconsin Representatives Dave Obey (7th) and Tammy Baldwin (2nd) announced today that they have won final Congressional approval of $15 million for the ICECUBE neutrino detector array, a major antarctic scientific project led by the University of...
$200,000 for Madison Affordable Housing
November 6, 2001A House and Senate conference committee today included $200,000 for the City of Madison's Affordable Housing Subdivision project in the FY 2002 VA, HUD and Independent Agencies appropriations bill. The money was included at the request of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin....
Baldwin Urges Immediate Action to Protect Nation's Food Supply
October 29, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today called on Congress to quickly enact comprehensive legislation to protect our nation's food supply. "Recent acts of terrorism make the safety of our nation's food supply a critical concern to all Americans," said Baldwin. "It's imperative...
Baldwin Calls for Increased Aviation Security
October 26, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today urged her House colleagues to take up the issue of aviation security. After a tour and security briefing at Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, Baldwin said, "This week an incredibly narrow majority in the House...
Baldwin Blasts Administration's Economic Plan
October 24, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today voted against the administration's purported "economic stimulus" package saying, "there is nothing in this package that will stimulate the economy." The controversial bill passed narrowly by a vote of 216-214. Baldwin cast a no vote against...
Baldwin: "Protect Our Troops!"
October 17, 2001"Now, more than ever, the health of our men and women in uniform should be one of our highest priorities," said Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) who today unveiled the Servicemembers Health Protection Act (H.R. 3256). The bill, introduced in Congress...
Baldwin Helps Snare $269,000 for Genesis and South Madison Incubator
September 28, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced today that Genesis Development Corporation was awarded a $269,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's Office of Community Services (OCS). The funding will be used for the South Madison Incubator to spur...
DeForest Middle School Named State Physical Fitness Champ
September 26, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is pleased to announce that DeForest Middle School has been named a "State Champion" by the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPFS). The State Champion award is presented to schools with the highest number of...
Stoughton School Named State Physical Fitness Champ
September 26, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is pleased to announce that St. Ann's School in Stoughton has been named a "State Champion" by the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPFS). The State Champion award is presented to schools with the highest...
Wisconsin Legislators Act to Protect Great Lakes
September 25, 2001Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tom Barrett, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, and Congressman Jerry Kleczka wrote jointly today to the leaders of the Michigan Senate and Michigan House of Representatives, asking that the Michigan legislature act immediately to prevent oil drilling in...
Airline Bailout Bill Misses the Mark
September 24, 2001Last Thursday night, President Bush gave what I consider to be the best speech of his career. Among other things, he asked us to come together, to remain resolute. Make no mistake, this crisis calls for national unity and shared...
Baldwin Announces Grant to Local Youth Coalition
September 24, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced the awarding of a federal grant from the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to Columbia County Connects, a community-based coalition active in collaborative efforts for children and youth since 1999. The $100,000 grant...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin On the President's Speech
September 20, 2001I'm pleased that the President recognized the enormous challenge and complexity of rooting out terrorism around the world. He's acknowledged that there are many tools at our disposal and we will use whichever are necessary to identify those responsible and...
Authorization for the Use of Military Force (H.J.R. 64)
September 15, 2001Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of this resolution. Our nation was viciously attacked on Tuesday, September 11, 2001, leaving children without fathers and mothers, parents mourning their missing children, families experiencing terrible emptiness and loss. All Americans feel...
Statement on Today's Terrorist Attacks
September 11, 2001"We are all in shock as we've watched these unspeakable tragedies unfold. The victims and their families are on our minds and in our hearts. We need to find those responsible for these despicable acts and hold them accountable." Attn...
Baldwin Supports Campus Fire Prevention Legislation
September 10, 2001Calling it a significant safety concern of college students and their parents, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is co-sponsoring the Campus Fire Prevention Act (H.R. 2145). This bill is focused on providing funding to colleges and universities for residence halls, fraternity, and...
President's Decision Regarding Federal Funding for Stem Cell Research
August 10, 2001"Limiting federally-funded embryonic stem cell research to specific cell lines will hamper medical research. Those whose loved ones suffer from Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, juvenile diabetes, or a spinal cord injury know the devastation these conditions cause. We should allow medical science...
Baldwin Boosts Migrant & Farm Worker Education
August 3, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced the award of a federal grant to Madison Area Technical College to provide instruction and related educational support services to migrant and agricultural farm workers residing in rural south central Wisconsin. MATC will use the...
Baldwin Statement on House Vote on HMO Reform
August 2, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin issued this statement tonight after the House of Representatives vote on HMO reform: "I have worked for three years trying to pass a set of basic patient protections, so that the families I represent can have faith...
Baldwin Announces Grant to Dodgeville Early Head Start Program
August 2, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today announced the awarding of a federal grant from the Department of Health and Human Services to the South West Wisconsin Community Action Program. The grant awards $275,618 to fund Early Head Start in Dodgeville. "I'm delighted...
Baldwin Helps Secure Firefighting Grants
July 27, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin is pleased to announce that two local fire departments for which she advocated will receive training grants through the Assistance to Firefighters Program under The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Among the more than $2.9 million in...
House Authorizes Permanent Violence Against Women Office
July 23, 2001Led by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, the House of Representatives took a great step today toward ensuring the safety of women in America. By voice vote, the House authorized to make permanent the Violence Against Women Office (VAWO) in the Dept....
Baldwin Rallies Congress to Help Farmers
July 23, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin rallied her fellow members of Congress today to come to the aid of family farmers facing bankruptcy. As House and Senate conferees decide on a final Bankruptcy Reform Bill (H.R. 333), Baldwin today led floor debate to...
Feingold, Kohl, Baldwin Praise Recommendation to Preserve VA Hospital
July 16, 2001Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Russ Feingold and Herb Kohl and Representative Tammy Baldwin praised the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) recommendation that the Madison Veterans Hospital continue to be maintained with additional nursing home beds. Today's announcement formally...
Obey, Baldwin Get Funds for UW's Antarctic Radio Telescope
July 10, 2001WASHINGTON, DC - Wisconsin Representatives Dave Obey (7th) and Tammy Baldwin (2nd) announced today that the ICECUBE radio telescope, a major antarctic scientific project led by the University of Wisconsin, would receive $15 million in federal funds under a bill...
Baldwin Seeks Fairness for All Families
June 26, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced in the House of Representatives the Family Fairness Act, legislation that would amend the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to include part-time workers who have been employed for at least twelve months by the...
$2.5 Million for Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail Passes House
June 21, 2001The U.S. House of Representatives today passed legislation that would provide $2.5 million to Wisconsin's Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) led the quest for funding for the Trail in the House. The provision was included in...
Baldwin Leads Judiciary Committee to Support Permanent Violence Against Women Act Office
June 20, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today led the successful effort in the House Judiciary Committee to make permanent the Violence Against Women Act Office in the Dept. of Justice (DOJ). Baldwin's amendment to HR 2215, the DOJ authorization bill, passed the...
Baldwin Goes to Bat for Dairy Farmers
June 20, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today introduced bipartisan legislation to require importers of foreign dairy products to contribute to the costs of dairy promotions in the U.S. "Whether it's cheese from France, or non-fat powdered milk from New Zealand, importers receive...
Baldwin Statement on Senate Passage of Patients' Bill of Rights
June 10, 2001"The number of heart-wrenching stories I've heard from people in Wisconsin firmly convince me that the Senate has done the right thing. Now it's up to the House and I'll do all I can to assure my constituents the patient...
Congresswoman Baldwin's Farm Agenda is Front and Center
June 6, 20012ndDistrict Representative Quizzes Attorney General Ashcroft on Ag Policy and Passes Bankruptcy Protection for Farmers on the Same Day WASHINGTON, D.C. --- When Attorney General John Ashcroft appeared before the House Judiciary Committee today, Wisconsin Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin used her...
Baldwin Calls for Balance in Energy Policy
May 31, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today called on President Bush to visit Wisconsin to see how Wisconsinites conserve energy and invest in renewable and alternative energy sources. "In Wisconsin, we're doing a good job of striking the right balance between energy consumption...
Baldwin Announces Winners of Congressional Art Competition
May 21, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced the winners of the annual Congressional Art Competition for high school students at a reception in Madison on Saturday, May 19. "Art nurtures all of us," said Baldwin, "and it's an especially gratifying part of my...
President Signs Bankruptcy Protection for Family Farmers
May 14, 2001President Bush has signed into law a bill extending for 11 months farmers' ability to declare Chapter 12 bankruptcy. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin had led bipartisan efforts in the House of Representatives to pass the measure. The final vote in the...
Baldwin Helps Secure Funding for Madison
May 10, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin helped secure federal grants to benefit community development on Madison's north side. Troy Community Gardens is to receive $63,000 to create a managed forest on 31 acres of newly conserved land. The Community Open Space Partnership, a...
Representative Tammy Baldwin Receives High Marks from National Hispanic Leadership Agenda
May 9, 2001Washington, D.C. - Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) scored a 90% on the latest National Hispanic Leadership Agenda (NHLA) Congressional Scorecard. The NHLA score is based on ten important votes during the second session of the 106th Congress, covering issues such...
Baldwin Spearheads Support for Military Personnel
May 3, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), a member of the House Budget Committee, spearheaded support among her colleagues to preserve Senate provisions in the FY 2002 Budget that address quality of life and equity issues among military personnel and veterans. With the...
Baldwin Backs Communities Applying for Firefighters Grants
May 3, 2001Columbus, Dodgeville, Linden, Mineral Point, Mount Horeb, Reedsburg, Richland Center, Rio Seeking Funds Acting quickly on short notice, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin alerted 66 villages and cities in her district of an opportunity to apply for firefighting grants through the Federal...
Baldwin, Colleagues Rally Support for Universal Health Care
May 1, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined a number of her colleagues in the House of Representatives to rally support for universal health care. Baldwin joined Reps. John Conyers (D-MI), Dennis Kucinich (D-OH), Jesse Jackson, Jr. (D-IL), and Pete Stark (D-CA), among...
Baldwin to Veneman: Protect Our Livestock
April 26, 2001Concerned about the potential spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and other livestock diseases to the U.S., and the threats they pose to Wisconsin farmers and consumers, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has asked U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman to...
Today's House Vote on H.R. 8, the Death Tax Elimination Act
April 4, 2001While I support reform of the estate tax, full repeal provides benefits only to the wealthiest in our society; therefore, I oppose H.R. 8, the Death Tax Elimination Act. The vast majority of the people I represent will receive no...
Baldwin Calls for Prescription Drug Fairness
April 4, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today cosponsored legislation in the House of Representatives that will protect senior citizens from drug price discrimination and make prescription drugs available to Medicare beneficiaries at substantially reduced prices. "During my listening tour of the district in...
Statement of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on Today
March 29, 2001The marriage penalty is an unfair burden on many working families and I strongly support legislation to ease this burden. I was absent from the House today due to a death in my family, however, had I been in Washington,...
Baldwin Cosponsors Bipartisan Hate Crimes Legislation
March 27, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced today that she is joining dozens of other Members of both the House and Senate in co-sponsoring the bipartisan Local Law Enforcement Enhancement Act. This bill would provide assistance to state and local law enforcement agencies...
Baldwin Bill Would Preserve Market for Family Farmers
March 13, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today re-introduced bipartisan legislation to help U.S. dairy farmers avoid worsening their financial condition by restricting the kind of dairy products allowed in the use of making standardized cheeses. "While Wisconsin dairy farmers lost $500 million last...
Baldwin Budget Proposals Seek Health Care for Uninsured & Assistance for Farmers
March 12, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), a member of the House Budget Committee, today proposed an amendment to the FY 2002 federal budget that would increase access to affordable health insurance for children in families with low and moderate incomes. "It is...
Congress Extends Bankruptcy Protection for Family Farmers
February 28, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today successfully led debate on the House floor to extend for 11 months farmers' ability to declare Chapter 12 bankruptcy. The measure passed by a vote of 408 to 2. That protection expired in June 2000...
Baldwin Asks Congress: Extend Bankruptcy Protection for Family Farmers
February 14, 2001Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) succeeded in getting a measure passed unanimously by the House Judiciary Committee today that would extend for 11 months farmers' ability to declare Chapter 12 bankruptcy. That protection expired in June 2000 and, since then, farmers...
Congress Approves Funding Congress Sought for New Glarus Swiss Center and Darlington Hospital
December 18, 2000Congress has voted to provide $250,000 to the proposed Swiss Center of North America to be located in New Glarus and $956,000 to Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County in Darlington for an upgraded x-ray facility. The funds in the FY...
Congress Approves $3.51 Million Baldwin Sought for Local Health Care, Education, Housing Initiatives
December 18, 2000Congress, at the request of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, has approved $ 3.51 million in new projects in the FY 2001 federal budget to improve health care services, after school education, and housing projects in the Second Congressional District. $ 2...
Congress Approves $234,000 Baldwin Sought for Sauk Prairie After School Program
December 18, 2000Congress has voted to approve $234,000 in the FY 2001 federal budget for the SOAR (Service Opportunity Academic Responsibility) program in Sauk Prairie Schools to create after school and summer school programs. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin requested the funds, which were...
Wisconsin Democrats Look for Help, Answers on Low Dairy Prices
December 8, 2000Washington, D.C. - - In a letter to U.S. Agriculture Secretary Dan Glickman today, Wisconsin Congressman Dave Obey, Senators Kohl and Feingold, and Representatives Kind and Baldwin asked Glickman to adjust the milk pricing formula to base fluid milk prices...
Budget Negotiators Agree to Local Funding for New Glarus' Swiss Center and Darlington Hospital
November 3, 2000House Appropriations Committee members have agreed to provide $250,000 to the proposed Swiss Center of North America located in New Glarus, Wisconsin and $1.125 million to Memorial Hosptial of Lafayette County of Darlington for an upgraded x-ray facility. Congresswoman Tammy...
Congressional Negotiators Agree to $275,000 for Sauk Prairie Schools Community Learning Center
November 3, 2000House Appropriations Committee members have agreed to provide $250,000 to the SOAR (Service Opportunity Academic Responsibility) program in Sauk Prairie Schools to create an after school and summer school program. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin requested the funds, which were approved as...
Congressional Negotiators Agree to $3.75 Million for Local Programs
November 3, 2000House Appropriations Committee members have agreed to $3.75 million in new projects to improve health care services, after school education, and housing projects in the Second Congressional District. $2.1 million will go to Madison area projects including: $200,000 for the...
Army Agrees To Baldwin Request For Review Of Badger Leases
November 2, 2000The Department of the Army today announced that they would not engage in any new leases at the Badger Army Ammunition Plant (BAAP) until the local reuse panel had completed its work for a potential reuse plan. The Army also...
House Passes Short-Term Bankruptcy Protection For Farmers
November 1, 2000The House of Representatives last night passed a measure cosponsored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI-02) temporarily extending Chapter 12 bankruptcy protections for family farmers for seven months until May 31, 2001. Even though the House passed a permanent extension of...
Baldwin Calls on Congressional Leaders to Pass Medicare Funding Bill
October 30, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today took to the House floor to call on congressional leaders to pass essential funding for Medicare and restore cuts made three years ago to rural and teaching hospitals, nursing homes, and home health care agencies. Congresswoman...
House Passes Bankruptcy Protection For Farmers
October 12, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI-02) commended a vote today in the House of Representatives making Chapter 12 bankruptcy protections for family farmers a permanent part of federal law. "This measure will provide a crucial safety net to farmers throughout Wisconsin and...
House Passes Violence Against Women Act
October 6, 2000The House of Representatives today gave its final approval to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), reauthorizing the landmark legislation for another five years. VAWA funds programs to assist victims of violence, enhance prosecution of domestic violence and sexual assault...
Funding for Baraboo River Study Included in Appropriations Bill, Kohl, Baldwin Announce
September 28, 2000WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and Representative Tammy Baldwin today secured $100,000 in federal funding for a comprehensive watershed study ofthe Baraboo River basin that will help establish a plan for ecosystem restoration in the region. This provision was...
Congress Reauthorizes Violence Against Women Act
September 26, 2000By a vote of 415-3, the House of Representatives today reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for another five years. VAWA funds programs to assist victims of violence, enhance prosecution of domestic violence and sexual assault crimes, and prevent...
Obey, Baldwin Announce Health Care Grants to Cover Wisconsin's Uninsured
September 21, 2000Washington, D.C. - - Wisconsin Representatives Dave Obey (D-7) and Tammy Baldwin (D-2) announced today that Wisconsin will get a $1.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to identify its uninsured population and develop strategies...
Press Conference on the Hate Crimes Provisions in the Senate Defense Authorization Bill
September 12, 2000I am pleased to join with all of you in support of the hate crimes provisions that have been added by the Senate to the Defense Authorization Bill. You may hear from opponents of this legislation that every crime is...
Statement of the Honorable Tammy Baldwin, VAWA Press Conference 9.7.00
September 7, 2000As Congress returns for one last month before we again go home to our constituents, there are a few pieces of legislation remaining that are "must pass" - Congress can't leave until the bills are passed. To me, one of...
Baldwin Toughens Violence Against Women Act
August 3, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin took steps in Congress to strengthen the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The Act, originally enacted in 1994, is due to expire in FY 2000 and was unanimously reauthorized in June in the House Judiciary Committee. VAWA...
Baldwin, Obey Bill Calls for Health Care Coverage for All
August 2, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Dave Obey (D-WI) today introduced legislation in the House calling for health care coverage for all. The Health Security for All Americans Act (HSAA) (H.R. 4992) reaches the goal of covering everyone by allowing...
Baldwin & Colleagues Mobilize to Fix Unfair Medicare Reimbursement Rate
July 27, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined by colleagues Congresswoman David Minge (D-MN), and Congressman Ron Kind (D-WI) and other members of the House Medicare Fairness Caucus today introduced legislation to correct the inequities in Medicare reimbursement, a problem that seriously affects Wisconsin....
Issue Brief
June 28, 2000Background When Medicare was created in 1965, a prescription drug benefit was not part of the program. Many of the medical needs of seniors were addressed through conventional surgery and out-patient doctor visits. In the last 30 years, medical research...
Baldwin Supports House Vote to Extend Bankruptcy Protection
June 27, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI-02) today commended a vote last night in the House of Representatives extending Chapter 12 bankruptcy protections to farmers for three months, until October 1. "This measure will provide a crucial safety net to farmers throughout Wisconsin...
Baldwin Bill Would Create National Center to Study Military Deployment-Related Health Problems
June 26, 2000Concerned that American servicemen and women have experienced a myriad of health related problems connected with their military deployment over many decades and lost faith in the system that treats them, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) last week introduced The Military...
Baldwin Bill Would Preserve Quality of Cheese in U.S.
June 14, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced legislation to help U.S. dairy farmers avoid their worsening financial condition by restricting the kind of milk used in the cheese-making process. Baldwin said she introduced The Quality Cheese Act of 2000 in response to...
Baldwin Calls for Hearings on Possibility of Price Gouging on Gas Prices
June 13, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) today called on the Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee to hold hearings on allegations of gasoline price gouging of consumers in the Midwest. In the last two months, gas prices at the pump has risen...
Baldwin Study Reveals Price Discrimination Against Breast Cancer Patients in 2nd CD
June 5, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today released the results of a new study of prescription drug prices in the 2nd Congressional District that shows breast cancer patients who are not in HMOs or other large buying groups pay significantly more for their...
Statement of the Honorable Tammy Baldwin, VAWA Press Conference
May 17, 2000I am pleased to lend my strong support for the Violence Against Women Act. The Bureau of Justice Statistics report released today contains some encouraging news, in that overall violence against women has declined in recent years. I credit VAWA...
Statement on Badger Army Ammunition
May 16, 2000I will continue to strenuously support local decision-making on the future re-use of Badger Army Ammunition Plant and commend the many local activists for their continued, demonstrated commitment to this process. The ability to influence the future of 7,000 acres...
Baldwin Bill Pushes Medicare Drug Cost Savings
May 3, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin introduced a bill in Congress today that could save taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars in Medicare payments and dramatically increase the ease with which Medicare patients can take needed medication. The Medicare Drug Cost Savings Act...
Baldwin Hosts Congressional Forum on Veterans' Health Care
April 24, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) was joined by Congressman Lane Evans (D-IL), Ranking Member of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, and Secretary Ray Boland of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans' Affairs at a Congressional Forum on Veterans' Health Care today at...
Baldwin Brings Congressional Task Force on Rural Health Care to WI
April 17, 2000Rural health care providers and administrators, policy-makers, consumer advocates, and concerned citizens from Wisconsin's Second Congressional District testified today to Members of Congress on the unique problems of rural health care in Wisconsin. At a public meeting at the UW...
Statement by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the So-Called Partial Birth Abortion Ban
April 5, 2000In 1973, the Supreme Court held that women have a constitutional right to an abortion. That decision - Roe v. Wade - was carefully crafted to be both balanced and responsible while holding the rights of women in America paramount...
Baldwin Urges house to Follow Wisconsin's Lead on Organ Procurement
April 4, 2000Speaking on the floor of the House of Representatives today, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin urged her colleagues to follow the lead of Wisconsin and encourage all states to promote public awareness of organ donation and transplantation programs. Baldwin was speaking in...
Baldwin Condemns Military Aid to Colombia
March 29, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) took to the floor of the House today to blast the proposed $1.7 billion Colombian Military Aid Package being considered as part of the FY 2000 Supplemental Appropriations Bill. Baldwin, who visited Colombia in 1993, spoke...
Remarks by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin at "Rally for Rural America" in Washington, DC
March 21, 2000Thank you...and thank you for coming to Washington. Thank you for taking time away from your farms, away from your families, away from your businesses, to come to our nation's capital to petition your government for redress. This is what...
Baldwin Study Shows Drug Prices Lower Across the Border
March 17, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today released the results of a report by the House Committee on Government Reform's minority staff that shows a significant price difference between the cost of prescription drugs for uninsured seniors in Wisconsin's Second Congressional District and...
Baldwin Passes Budget Amendment to Improve Access to Health Insurance
March 15, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a member of the House Budget Committee, today successfully passed an amendment to the FY2001 federal budget resolution that would improve access to affordable health care coverage. "The amendment I am offering today represents an effort to...
Congresswoman Baldwin Votes to Repeal Social Security Earnings Limit
March 1, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined all of her colleagues today in the House in voting to repeal the Social Security Earnings Limit. Nearly 800,000 seniors nationally are affected by the current law which limits their ability to earn money while receiving...
Introduction of H.Con.Res. 259 Regarding International LGBT Human Rights
March 1, 2000Thank you Congressman Lantos. Today we are here to introduce an important human rights resolution that focuses on the discrimination and persecution of gays, lesbians, bisexual and transgendered people around the world. I applaud Congressman Lantos for taking the initiative...
Prescription Drug Study Gets Baldwin's Dander Up
February 24, 2000Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) today released the results of a new study of prescription drug prices showing enormous discrepancies between what drug manufacturers charge for the same drug when used for humans than when used for animals. Baldwin said her...
Baldwin Pushes Increased Funding for Violence Against Women Act
February 16, 2000The House Judiciary Committee today unanimously adopted an amendment authored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) to increase funding for Violence Against Women Act Law Enforcement and Prosecution Grants. The amendment to the Judiciary Committee's FY 2001 Budget Views and Estimates...
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin Statement on the Marriage Penalty
February 10, 2000The marriage penalty is an unfair burden on many working families and I strongly support legislation to eliminate the marriage penalty. Unfortunately, under the Republican legislation that passed the House today, half of the tax cut will benefit tax filers...
Dairy Policy Hearing, U.S. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee
February 9, 2000Chairman Lugar, Ranking Member Harkin, and other Committee Members, Thank you for allowing me to present testimony in support of dairy policy reform. I also want to extend a heartfelt thanks to Senator Herb Kohl who was instrumental in bringing...
3rd Annual Congressional Progressive Caucus' State of the Union Address
January 28, 2000One year ago, I stood here as a brand new Member of Congress and gave my first "official" speech. At the time, I didn't know much about being a Congresswoman, but I knew why I had fought so hard to...
Baldwin Recognized for Fiscal Conservatism
January 28, 2000In her first year in office, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin ranked 2nd among the Wisconsin delegation in voting against increased federal spending. In an analysis of votes, conducted by the National Taxpayers Union Foundation, Baldwin, who sits on the House Budget...
Congresswoman Baldwin To Propose Veterans' Health Legislation
December 8, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced today that she will propose legislation to establish a national research center to study war-related illness and post-deployment health issues among veterans, active-duty servicemembers, and their families. Creation of such a center, to operate as an...
Baldwin Secures $100,000 for Badger Army Reuse Planning
December 6, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced today that she has secured $100,000 in the FY 2000 Federal Budget to be used to assist local officials in the reuse planning for Badger Army Ammunition Plant (BAAP) property. The funding was included at Congresswoman...
Obey, Baldwin, Thompson Join Forces on Health Care Initiative
November 22, 1999Madison - - Wisconsin could be one of 10 states to receive new planning grants that would allow them to develop new suggestions for a federal-state partnership to provide health coverage for all of their citizens. That was the news...
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin Announces Major Federal Funding for Briarpatch
November 19, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin announced today that $250,000 in federal funding will go to Briarpatch, a community based organization dedicated to strengthening and empowering teens and their families. The funding, requested by Congresswoman Baldwin, was included in the FY 2000 budget...
Barrett, Kind, Kleczka & Baldwin Object to Unfair Milk Pricing Scheme Included in Budget Bill
November 18, 1999Washington, D.C. -- Wisconsin Democratic Representatives Tom Barrett, Ron Kind, Jerry Kleczka and Tammy Baldwin today sent letters to the Republican Leadership objecting to the inclusion of unfair milk pricing provisions in the Omnibus Budget Bill being presented to the...
Baldwin Co-Sponsors Bill Requiring States to Track Past Welfare Beneficiaries
October 26, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin joined several colleagues today in Congress in introducing the "Welfare Tracking Act of 1999." The legislation requires states to track several measures of well-being of people formerly enrolled in the TANF program (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families...
Baldwin Calls for Health Care for All
October 22, 1999In a passionate voice, on the steps of the U.S. Capitol today in Washington, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) today declared, "It's time to put 'health care for all' at the top of our national agenda." At 37, Baldwin is the...
$2 Million for Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail Passes House
October 21, 1999The U.S. House of Representatives today passed legislation which would provide $2 million to Wisconsin's Ice Age National Scenic Trail. The provision was included in the final version of the Interior Appropriations Act for FY 2000. Since September, House and...
Baldwin Supports Moratorium on Agribusiness Mergers
October 20, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, a member of the House Judiciary Committee, announced today that she is co-sponsoring a bill that would place an eighteen month moratorium on mergers between large agribusiness corporations. "I am concerned," explained Baldwin, "that with the increase...
Democrats and Republicans Clash Over Broadening Hate Crimes Definition
October 20, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA) today deplored the decision by House Judiciary Republicans to deny any reference to gender in the definition of hate crimes. During a debate in the Judiciary Committee yesterday on a bill...
House Passes Bill Protecting Health Care for People With Disabilities
October 19, 1999The House of Representatives today passed legislation to remove some disincentives that people with disabilities face when entering or re-entering the workforce. The bill is similar to the Work Incentives Improvement Act, which was co-sponsored by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin. Both...
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin Opposes Proposed VA Cutbacks
October 13, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D) led a bi-partisan group of Wisconsin's Congressional delegation to denounce cutbacks proposed in a recent study by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The report, the Veterans (VISN Integrated Service Network)12 Delivery System Options Study, suggests cutbacks...
Baldwin Hails Passage of Patients' Bill of Rights
October 7, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) today hailed the passage of landmark legislation to provide patients with more rights to determine the course of their own health care. The bipartisan bill, "The Managed Care Improvement Act," passed the House of Representatives after...
Statement on the Tierney Amendment by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin
September 28, 1999Mr. Chairman, I move to strike the last word. Mr. Chairman, the Tierney Amendment is a worthwhile step towards what must be a larger goal. As we approach the new millennium, Mr. Chairman, the United States is still the only...
Baldwin Supports Extension of Bankruptcy Protection for Farmers
September 27, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin cast her vote today in the House of Representatives extending Chapter 12 Bankruptcy Protections to farmers, but decried the fact that the extension is only valid until January 1, 2000. Calling this three month extension "shortsighted," Baldwin...
Baldwin Decries House Vote on Dairy Reform
September 23, 1999WASHINGTON -- Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today condemned a vote by the House of Representatives to reject a dairy pricing reform proposal submitted by the Department of Agriculture in favor of a plan which would hurt Upper Midwest dairy farmers. The...
Rep. Baldwin Stands Firm Against Dairy Compacts
July 30, 1999In heated debate yesterday in the House Judiciary Commercial and Administrative Law Subcommittee, Rep. Tammy Baldwin adamantly led the opposition to legislation that would extend and expand the Northeast Interstate Dairy Compact and create a new Southern Dairy Compact. In...
Statement by Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin on the Largent Amendment to the D.C. Appropriations Bill
July 29, 1999MR. CHAIRMAN: I rise today in opposition to the Largent amendment. Let me be clear: if this amendment becomes law, children who live with unmarried couples will still have two parents. They will still receive love, protection and understanding from...
Baldwin Urges Work Incentives for People With Disabilities
July 26, 1999On this, the 9th anniversary of the signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, advocates for, and people with, disabilities today called on lawmakers to pass further legislation to remove the disincentives people with disabilities face when...
Statement by Rep. Tammy Baldwin On Tax Cut Proposal
July 21, 1999MR. SPEAKER: I rise today in strong opposition to the $792 billion tax cut being considered in the House today. This legislation spends the entire projected budget surplus, leaving nothing to reduce the national debt or extend the solvency of...
Baldwin Helps Secure $2 Million for Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail
July 14, 1999WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The U.S. House of Representatives today passed legislation which would provide $2 million to Wisconsin's Ice Age National Scenic Trail. The funding was included at the request of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and other members of Wisconsin's House...
Baldwin Pushes Measure to Improve Girls' Education
July 14, 1999WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today cosponsored legislation to improve education programs targeted towards girls and young women. The Educating America's Girls Act, also known as the Girls Act, would enhance teacher training to improve technology education curriculums for...
Baldwin Hails Badgercare Kickoff
July 1, 1999WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today hailed the kick-off of BadgerCare, Wisconsin's new health care program designed to provide 67,500 state residents with health insurance. The new $97.6 million insurance program uses primarily federal and state dollars to provide...
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin & Colleagues Storm the Capitol
June 23, 1999(WASHINGTON, DC) --- Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) will join a group of her colleagues today in walking together to the Capitol to enter the House chamber en masse and sign a petition to bring managed care reform to the House...
GSA Agrees to Delay Badger Reuse Plan
June 11, 1999WASHINGTON, D.C. General Services Administration (GSA) officials said this week they would delay the issuance of a reuse plan for the Badger Army Ammunition Plant in response to a request from members of the Wisconsin Congressional delegation and the...
Taliesin Named to "Save America's Treasures" Program
May 19, 1999Taliesin, the 600 acre home and studio of architect Frank Lloyd Wright in Spring Green, Wisconsin, received its first major federal grant today in a ceremony hosted by First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton. From a podium in the East Room...
Congresswoman Baldwin to Visit Balkans
April 29, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (DWI) will join a Congressional delegation leaving for the Balkans on Friday, April 30. The twentyone (21) member, bipartisan delegation will visit NATO forces and an Air Force humanitarian camp in Albania and a refugee camp in...
Reps. Baldwin & Barrett Go Online
April 9, 1999MADISON, WI -- Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02), Congressman Tom Barrett (WI-05) and health care reform advocates, signed on to an online petition today to Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert urging him to act quickly and pass a Patients' Bill...
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin Releases Survey Showing WI 2nd CD Seniors Are Gouged by Drug Companies
April 7, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin held a press conference this morning to release a survey of prescription drug prices paid by seniors in Wisconsin's Second Congressional District and announce her support for the Prescription Drug Fairness for Seniors Act (H.R. 664). Baldwin's...
Statement of Congresswoman Baldwin for the Record on Missile Defense System
March 18, 1999Mr. Speaker: In May, George Lucas will release the next Star Wars sequel. I can hardly wait to see it. Apparently I am not alone, since today we'll vote on our own sequel to Star Wars. Unlike Mr. Lucas and...
Baldwin, Bi-partisan Group Introduce Work Incentives for People With Disabilities
March 18, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today joined a bi-partisan group of 43 members of Congress to introduce The Work Incentives Improvement Act in the House of Representatives. The bill will enable individuals with significant disabilities to enter or re-enter the workforce without...
Baldwin Proposes Major Health Care Amendment to Budget
March 17, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin today introduced a major amendment on health care before the House Budget Committee. The Committee today is considering a $1.8 trillion spending plan for FY2000. "Six years ago we were promised reform that would guarantee every American...
Baldwin Hails House Vote to Extend Bankruptcy Protection
March 9, 1999Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI-02) today hailed a vote in the House of Representatives extending Chapter 12 Bankruptcy Protections to farmers for six months. "This measure will provide a crucial safety net to farmers throughout Wisconsin and the U.S.," said Baldwin....
Baldwin Provision Passes Committee
March 2, 1999Freshman Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI-02) succeeded in getting a measure passed by the House Judiciary Committee today that would extend for six months farmers' ability to declare Chapter 12 bankruptcy. That protection was set to expire on April 1. Chapter...
Patients' Bill of Rights
February 23, 1999PATIENTS' BILL OF RIGHTS Statement on the Floor of the House of Representatives by Rep. Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) February 23, 1999 Families in Wisconsin are anxious about the state of health care in this country. They are increasingly concerned that...
Baldwin's Maiden Speech Supports Patients' Bill of Rights
February 23, 1999Washington---Taking the floor of the House of Representatives for the first time, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-02) spoke out in support of the Patients' Bill of Rights now pending in the House. "Families in Wisconsin are anxious about the state of...
Patients' BIll of Rights, Statement by Rep. Tammy Baldwin on Floor of House of Representatives
February 23, 1999Families in Wisconsin are anxious about the state of health care in this country. They are increasingly concerned that medical decisions are being made by accountants, managers and other insurance company employees instead of doctors and patients. Too often, profit...
Baldwin Offers Bill Requiring Importers of Foreign Dairy Products to Help With Promotion Costs
February 3, 1999WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (WI-2nd District) this week introduced legislation to require importers of foreign dairy products to contribute to the costs of dairy promotions in the U.S. The Dairy Promotions and Research Board currently assesses a fee...
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