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Yesterday, I voted for the No Sanctuary for Criminals Act and Kate's Law, two bills that help keep our country secure.
The No Sanctuary for Criminal Act cuts off certain federal grants to the so-called sanctuary cities that defy federal immigration laws by refusing to turn over criminal illegal immigrants to authorities. Instead, certain grants from the Justice Department and the Department of Homeland Security would be reallocated to states and cities that comply with federal law.
The bill also ensures that illegal immigrants convicted of dangerous crimes are detained during their removal proceedings.
Kate's Law increases mandatory penalties for immigrants who re-enter the U.S. after being deported. The law is named for 32-year-old Kate Steinle, who was randomly gunned down in the sanctuary city of San Francisco by a criminal illegal immigrant with seven prior felony convictions and five deportations.
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| Congressional Art Competition |
Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors a nation-wide high school arts competition. The competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in our nation, and the winners from each congressional district have their artwork displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol.
Sedona Spaeth of Two Rivers is our winner from Wisconsin's Sixth District. Sedona and her mother visited D.C. this week to attend a reception for all the winners and see her painting on display. Congratulations, Sedona!
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| Farm Bill Enrollment Deadline |
The 2017 Farm Bill enrollment deadline is approaching. The 2017 enrollment of Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage farms, consistent with the program election of the farm and covered commodities made in the election period, will end on Aug. 1, 2017.
For more information on the enrollment process, staying up to date on important Farm Service Agency news, or to contact your county’s Farm Service Agency office, please click here. |
Speaker Ryans says it best: "Despite what you may hear, we are getting things done."
So far this Congress, President Trump has signed into law legislation that:
- reforms the Department of Veterans Affairs;
- delivers a record amount of relief from Obama-era regulations;
- increases border security;
- increases defense funding;
- increases resources for fighting the opioid epidemic;
- expands school choice;
- and increases pro-life protections.
And the House has passed the repeal and replacement of Obamacare, the replacement of Dodd-Frank and a jobs bill for skilled workers, among other legislation.
As the 115th Congress continues, we'll keep working to make Americans' lives better.
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As your congressman, I’m here to serve you. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to my offices in Fond du Lac and Washington. If you enjoyed this newsletter be sure to forward it to your family and friends so they can stay informed on what I’m doing in Washington and the 6th District.
Sincerely,
Glenn Grothman
Member of Congress
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