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Grothman Votes To Keep Electricity Prices Low, Protect Wisconsin Businesses

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(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Grothman voted today for S.J. Res 23 and 24 in order to prevent electricity prices from skyrocketing on Wisconsin businesses and consumers. S.J. Res 23 and 24 explicitly express Congressional disapproval over the Environmental Protection Agency’s rule relating to carbon pollution emission guidelines for coal, oil and natural gas, including the regulations…

WSJ: No Child Left Behind’s Successor

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Tags: Education

Conservative reformers have had major successes, notably on welfare in 1996. But when a reform doesn’t turn out as hoped, they need to adapt. A case in point is No Child Left Behind, which the GOP Congress is now preparing to leave behind. This week the House plans to debate the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), which lapsed in 2007 and needs revision. A bipartisan…

Grothman Votes To Protect America, Strengthen Background Checks For Syrian Refugees

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(Washington, D.C.) - Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today voted to protect American citizens by strengthening background checks on Syrian refugees attempting to enter the United States. The American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act of 2015 (SAFE Act) was introduced in response to the heinous terrorist attack perpetrated last week by the Islamic State in Paris, France. At least one…

Grothman Introduces Amendment To Restore Fiscal Responsibility

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(Washington, D.C.) – Today, the House-Senate education conference committee voted to advance the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. This legislation will replace No Child Left Behind and restore local control in K-12 education. Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) urged fellow conference committee members to support his amendment keeping funding at current levels…

Grothman Announces Town Hall Meetings

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(Fond du Lac, WI) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) will host two town hall meetings on Wednesday, November 25. Congressman Grothman encourages all members of the community to attend to discuss important issues to the 6th Congressional District. Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Town of Algoma Town Hall - 9:00-10:00 AM 15 N Oakwood Rd, Oshkosh, WI Fox Lake Community Center…

Grothman Named To Conference Committee For Education Reform

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(Washington, DC) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) was named as a conferee to the conference committee to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Grothman was named along with nine other Republican House members. “The House Education and Workforce Committee has worked hard to strengthen and reform education this year – putting power back in the hands of…

Grothman Calls For Moratorium On Syrian Refugee Program

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(Washington, D.C.) - Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today called on President Barack Obama to halt the Syrian refugee resettlement program in the United States in the aftermath of the heinous terrorist attack in Paris, France. At least one terrorist involved in the Paris attack used a Syrian passport to gain entry into Europe. “President Obama should immediately halt his Syrian…

Grothman Statement in Recognition of Veterans Day

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(Washington, D.C.) - Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) released the following statement in recognition of Veterans Day. “As we mark Veterans Day this year, may we remember the sacrifice of those who have defended our country and faithfully worn the uniform of the United States. These Americans who answered the call to serve are the bravest among us, and we owe every veteran a debt of…

Grothman Votes for Congressman Paul Ryan for Speaker of the House

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(Washington, D.C.) - Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) released the following statement today after voting for Congressman Paul Ryan for Speaker of the House. “I am proud to support my friend and mentor, Congressman Paul Ryan, for Speaker of the House. Paul has a history of conservative leadership as the House Budget Committee Chairman, 2012 Vice Presidential candidate and as the Ways…

Grothman Votes To Reauthorize Export-Import Bank

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(Washington, D.C.) - Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) released the following statement after voting to reauthorize and reform the Export-Import Bank. “While I have worked for years to shrink state and federal government, the fixation on eliminating the Ex-Im Bank by some conservatives, instead of focusing on must-fix items like massive welfare spending and an out-of-control…

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