Representative Glenn Grothman

What's Ahead

1. My Bill to Lower Costs for Cancer Patients.

2. Combatting Antisemitism on College Campuses.

3. Weekly Roundup.

4. My Contact Information.

My Bill to Lower Costs for Cancer Patients

Every year, approximately two million Americans are projected to receive a cancer diagnosis. In the United States, any individual battling cancer deserves the most effective cancer treatments available at the most affordable cost.

For cancer patients, oral cancer treatments have proven to be a game-changer because they can be administered in the patient’s own home and are overall less intrusive than conventional intravenous (IV) treatments for chemotherapy. Despite their proven success and reliability, oral medications have proved costly for patients. A study of patients prescribed oral cancer medications found that one in eight faced copayments of $2,000 or more for their first prescription. The unaffordable copayments are a result of outdated health insurance plans, and it is a burden on patients in need.

Along with Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Joe Morelle (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Brian Higgins (D-NY), and Doris Matsui (D-CA), I introduced the bipartisan Cancer Drug Parity Act. This bill lowers costs for cancer patients prescribed oral medications by requiring that health insurers provide coverage for oral cancer treatments that is equivalent to IV treatments.

I am glad both sides of the aisle have come together to ensure patients have access to their preferred method of treatment by guaranteeing equal coverage and copayments for patients opting for either oral meds or IV chemotherapy. Increased access to treatment, along with parity in the cancer drug marketplace, will improve patients’ well-being and help save lives.

Click here to learn more about the Cancer Drug Parity Act.

Combatting Antisemitism on College Campuses

Following the unprovoked terrorist attacks on Israel by Hamas, there have been multiple instances of students and professors engaging in anti-Israel protests in which they have repeatedly called for violence against the Jewish community and engaged in outright antisemitism.

Unfortunately, universities are a breeding ground for pro-Hamas rhetoric due to the lack of intellectual diversity and university administrators’ reluctance to immediately condemn all acts of antisemitism. Between October 7 and October 23, there were reportedly 54 antisemitic incidents on campuses, of which 43 could be directly linked to the situation with Hamas in Israel. Across the United States, we have seen a reported 388 percent increase in antisemitic incidents of harassment, vandalism, and assault.

In a hearing this week with the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, I reinforced the urgent need to confront the anti-Jew hatred on campus. Antisemitism has no place in America, especially on college campuses in the presence of Jewish students. Universities must combat antisemitism, not promote it.

Click the image above to view Congressman Grothman's full questioning

Weekly Roundup

As companies and universities increasingly act against individuals with political beliefs that differ from their worldview, many Americans are hesitant to share their views online due to potential repercussions.

We must ensure every American has the right to speak freely.

Click the above image to view Congressman Grothman's remarks on the House floor

Throughout National Apprenticeship Week, I celebrated the workers who utilize apprenticeships to build skills for lucrative careers and the employers who offer them. In Washington, I am working to expand apprenticeships to increase economic opportunities for future generations.

Compeer Financial supports Wisconsin's rural communities, farms, and the agricultural industry. It was great to sit down for a meeting in DC to discuss issues facing the agricultural community in the Sixth District.

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The Adell Craft and Fundraiser put on by Grace Bible Church is an event to showcase gratitude for our local first responders that are always there for us when we need them most. I was glad to attend and share my support for their role in protecting our community and loved ones.

I always appreciate the opportunity to support RCS Empowers and their mission of providing individuals in the Sixth District with disabilities with the tools needed to thrive. Thanks for a great night at your Shine-On Gala in Sheboygan last weekend.

Contact Me

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 Sixth District, and let them know that they can subscribe by clicking here.

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Sincerely,

Glenn Grothman
Member of Congress