1. The Root Cause of Overdose Deaths.

     2. Congressional Art Competition.

     3. Weekly Roundup.

     4. My Contact Information.

Recently, for the first time in American history, we saw over 100,000 people across the country die from overdosing on deadly drugs. This shocking statistic is truly heartbreaking, but the most frustrating aspect is that we know how to curb the flow of illegal drugs and save lives, but Washington politicians are refusing to act.

Earlier this month, I visited the San Diego and Yuma sectors of the Southern border. Despite Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seizing over 11,000 pounds of fentanyl last fiscal year, many fatal drugs, including fentanyl, still go undetected due to the sea of migrants crossing the border illegally every day. Instead of patrolling the border, Border Patrol agents often are forced to spend their shifts processing migrants and doing administrative work inside Border Patrol facilities.

It's clear that fentanyl is streaming into American communities as a result of the border crisis, and it's costing lives.

It was recently uncovered that fentanyl became the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 25 and 44 last year. We had a record year in Wisconsin, too. In response to the astounding number of overdose deaths, I introduced the Fentanyl Penalties Parity Act, which will deter criminals from even attempting to bring this drug across the border by increasing penalties for fentanyl-related offenses. Because fentanyl is a dangerous, highly-potent drug that is fatal in extraordinarily small doses, just two milligrams, more severe punishments should be put in place to prevent criminal drug traffickers from bringing it across the border.

As Mexican drug cartels are the primary source of fentanyl, it's a dereliction of duty that President Biden refuses to address this immigration catastrophe. His neglect is subjecting the American people to danger.

As a member of the House Oversight Committee, we are ready to take action to secure the border and prevent deaths. Now it's President Biden's turn to witness the border crisis firsthand and provide adequate resources to CBP to help interdict the overflow of lethal drugs flooding our communities. Earlier this week, during a House Oversight Committee hearing, I asked the former Acting Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) about the state of deadly drugs along the Southern border. 

Each year, high school students around Wisconsin’s Sixth District submit works of art to the Artistic Discovery Competition. The winner is chosen by a panel of judges and will have his or her artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year in an exhibit that features winners from other congressional districts across the country.

Now, it’s time for you to vote for the People’s Choice Award!

I’ve posted all artwork submissions on Facebook. The work of art that received the most “likes” will be declared the People’s Choice Award winner. Voting ends this upcoming Tuesday, May 3, at 12pm.

I’m so proud of all of the talented young men and women who submitted these beautiful works of art, so make sure to vote for your favorite and forward this email or my Facebook post to your family and friends!

Cast your vote here by "liking" your favorite piece of artwork.

First responders are there for us when we need them most. I was glad to join the Cascade First Responders at their 2022 Fish Boil to share my gratitude for their role in our communities. 

I met with the Wisconsin Hospital Association to discuss the need for patient-centered health care reform and ensuring access to health care services for rural Wisconsinites.

I had a great time speaking with the Fond du Lac AM Kiwanis Club at Rolling Meadows Restaurant in Fond du Lac!

It is an honor to be recognized by the Association of Mature American Citizens for protecting the rights of seniors and families in Congress. Thank you for presenting me with the American PATRIOT Award!

Thank you to the Wisconsin Restaurant Association for coming to my DC office to discuss the priorities of Wisconsin restaurants and employees with me.

Thank you to Randolph Christian School for having me at your annual Mission Possible auction. 

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

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