Representative Glenn Grothman

What's Ahead

Passing the NDAA.
The U.S. Fiscal Crisis.
Weekly Roundup.
My Contact Information.

Passing the NDAA

This week, the House voted in a bipartisan manner to pass the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), an essential piece of legislation that strengthens our national defense and counters growing threats from foreign adversaries, including China, Russia, and Iran. The FY25 NDAA delivers key victories to enhance military readiness, improve servicemembers' quality of life, and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly.

The FY25 NDAA builds on House Republicans’ commitment to refocus our Armed Forces on their core mission of readiness and lethality by eliminating politically driven policies that have caused unnecessary distractions. It fully funds our national defense and, notably, includes a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted personnel, significant improvements to military housing, and expanded access to childcare and healthcare services—initiatives that will directly enhance the lives of servicemembers stationed in Wisconsin.

To confront growing global challenges, the FY25 NDAA invests in cutting-edge technologies like hypersonics and artificial intelligence, strengthens deterrence efforts in the Indo-Pacific through the Pacific Deterrence Initiative, and bolsters Taiwan’s defense capabilities. The bill also provides critical support for our allies in the Middle East by securing access to air defense interceptors and reversing the Administration’s shortsighted decision to halt production of vital missile defense systems.

I was proud to vote for this legislation, which not only ensures our Armed Forces are prepared to defend our nation but also reflects a strong commitment to the brave men and women who serve. This bill represents a significant step forward in safeguarding our nation and honoring the sacrifices of those who protect it. To read more about the FY25 NDAA please click here.

The U.S. Fiscal Crisis

Earlier this week, the House Budget Committee held a hearing addressing the major fiscal problems in the U.S. Due to decades of wasteful spending and irresponsible borrowing, the United States is speeding toward a fiscal reckoning. Given this mounting debt crisis, Congress must consider all available fiscally responsible reform proposals that could assist in addressing the nation’s unsustainable debt and deficit spending.

When I came to Congress in 2015, Congress spent $1.1 trillion in discretionary spending. Last year, we spent $1.7 trillion, a 54 percent increase! We need to work on solving this issue of wasteful spending. As your representative in Washington, I will continue to fight to reduce the size, scope, and spending of the federal government and get our country’s fiscal house in order.

Watch my questioning below.

Weekly Roundup

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I am truly honored to receive the Member in Spotlight award from the NAICU, presented by Dr. Barbara Mistick. I remain committed to supporting independent, non-profit colleges and universities and their vital role in shaping the future of higher education.

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Last Sunday, was a jolly good time at the Holstein Lions Club Breakfast with Santa!

I met with the Wisconsin Hospital Association in D.C. We discussed the many year-end priorities that still need action. Great and informative meeting!

I had a great time at the Oshkosh Humane Society Pawliday Craft Fair! PSA: please stop declawing cats, it’s harmful and unnecessary. Let’s continue giving our furry friends the care they deserve!

Congratulations to Noah Van Handel of Menasha, Zachary Wisnefske of Sheboygan Falls, and Gabriel Joseph Rammer of Fond Du Lac on achieving your Eagle Scout Awards! This is a big accomplishment that took years of hard work. Way to go!

My Contact Information

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