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Baldwin Introduces Bill to Protect Wisconsinites from Predatory Wall Street Investors
Legislation holds Wall Street accountable, empowers workers, safeguards the financial system, and protects investors
Oct 15th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinPocan, Warren Lead Lawmakers in Renewed Push to Stop Private Equity Looting
Oct 10th, 2024 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
Baldwin, Shaheen Lead Bill to Make Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Breaks Permanent, Lowering Costs for Millions of Americans
Over 230,000 Wisconsinites benefit from Baldwin-backed enhanced tax credits, saving over $500 on average each month on health care
Sep 25th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Introduces Bill to Rein in Private Equity in Health Care
Jul 26th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin Calls on Biden Administration to Expand Free IRS Direct File Program
IRS Direct File pilot program saved taxpayers nearly $100 million in refunds and tax preparation fees
May 16th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Manchin, Brown Lead Effort to Close Tax Loophole and Make Private Equity Pay Their Fair Share
On Tax Day 2024, Senators introduce bill to eliminate carried interest tax loophole and make wealthy fund managers pay what other American workers do
Apr 15th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Big Corporations Shrinking Products Without Reducing Prices
Earlier this week, Senator Baldwin also introduced bill to stop big corporations from price gouging consumers
Feb 28th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Leads Bill to Crack Down on Big Corporations Price Gouging Americans
Feb 26th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin Presses Biden Administration to Prioritize American Workers, Businesses in Review of Vietnam’s Nonmarket Economy Status
Changing Vietnam’s nonmarket economy status could threaten American workers and manufacturers, bolster China
Feb 1st, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators in Calling Out Amazon’s Mistreatment of Delivery Drivers
In 2021, nearly 1 in 5 drivers were injured on the job
Jan 10th, 2024 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinPeace Activists Target Tammy Baldwin, Praise Mark Pocan
But how far apart are senator and congressman on Israel, Hamas and Gaza?
Dec 19th, 2023 by Ruth ConniffBaldwin, Warren Lead Group of 38 Senators in Introducing Resolution Affirming Support for Medication Abortion
Action follows this week’s announcement that the Supreme Court will hear a challenge to medication abortion access
Dec 15th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Bipartisan Push to Stop Surge in Mexican Steel Imports and Support U.S. Workers
Increase in Mexican steel imports violates agreement and threatens American Steel industry jobs; surge in imports has already contributed to plant closures
Dec 13th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Introduces Bill to Ensure Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share in Taxes
Nov 30th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin, Kaine, Van Hollen Lead Colleagues in Calling for Immediate Steps to Deliver Humanitarian Aid to Gaza and Protect Civilians
Letter to the President calls for sustained delivery of aid, opening of Kerem Shalom border crossing, and medical attention for civilians injured
Nov 20th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Statement Regarding Humanitarian Aid to Civilians in Gaza
Nov 4th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin Leads Call to Expand Access, Lower Cost of Over-the-Counter Birth Control
More than two-thirds of voters across parties support birth control pills being sold over-the-counter
Oct 30th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinOn Anniversary of Tyler Clementi’s 2010 Death, Baldwin, Murray Pocan Renew Push to Pass Anti-Harassment Legislation
Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023 comes as harassment and bullying, especially of LGBTQ+ community, on the rise
Sep 22nd, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Murray, Underwood Lead Bill to Protect Women’s Retirement Security
Women’s financial security lags behind with retirement savings at 83% of male counterparts
Aug 8th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Corporate Investors That Buy Up Local Homes, Drive Up Housing Prices
Legislation would restrict tax breaks for private equity firms and other large outside investors that buy up thousands of homes in local communities, putting homeownership out of reach for many Wisconsinites
Jul 11th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Backs Legislation to Protect Americans’ Right to Contraception, Safeguard 60 Years of Settled Precedent
Right to Contraception Act comes as Supreme Court threatens to roll back fundamental rights in the wake of Dobbs decision
Jun 15th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Baldwin, Murray Lead Bill to Remove Barriers to Comprehensive Reproductive Health Care Training
Legislation would support training for health care providers in abortion care, including those forced to travel out-of-state due to abortion restrictions
Jun 15th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Helps Introduce Legislative Package to End America’s Maternal Health Crisis
The Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act includes 13 bills to address the maternal health crisis, including Baldwin’s bill to diversify and grow the perinatal workforce
May 16th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin, Colleagues Seek Answers from Credit Card Issuers on Exorbitant Late Fees
“American families have an opportunity to save billions in excessive credit card late fees”
May 9th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinFitzgerald’s Making the CFPB Accountable to Small Businesses Act Passed in Committee
Apr 27th, 2023 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
Baldwin Joins Colleagues, Introduces Bill to Fully Fund High Need Schools, Special Education
Apr 20th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin Leads 22 Colleagues in Calling on FDA to End Discriminatory Blood Donation Policy
Mar 23rd, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Reestablish Bank Rule and Repeal 2018 Rollback of Critical Dodd-Frank Protections
The Trump banking law rolled back “Too Big to Fail” rules; created conditions for collapse of Silicon Valley Bank
Mar 14th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Baldwin, Murphy Lead 32 Colleagues Urging Biden Administration to Limit Availability of Junk Health Care Plans
Junk plans can deny coverage to people with pre-existing conditions and don’t have to cover essential services like maternity care, prescription drugs, substance use disorder treatment and emergency room care
Feb 22nd, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Call on Biden Administration to Prevent CHIPS Funds from Being Used to Subsidize Corporate Stock Buybacks
Lawmakers: CHIPS funds should not be used to enrich corporate executives and shareholders at taxpayers’ expense
Feb 13th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce No Tax Breaks for Outsourcing Act
Bill would end tax incentives for big multinational corporations to ship jobs overseas
Feb 10th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators Urging HHS to Address Repeated Failures at FDA to Regulate E-Cigarettes
Letter follows the Reagan-Udall Foundation Independent Report that found FDA’s failures undermine credibility and effectiveness in tobacco product regulation
Feb 2nd, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Joins Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Provide Historic, Permanent Investment in Home Care for Seniors and People with Disabilities
The Better Care Better Jobs Act would expand access to long-term care, enabling older adults, people with disabilities to receive quality care and remain in their communities
Jan 26th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Joins Colleagues in Calling for Southwest Airlines to Answer for Holiday Mismanagement
Jan 13th, 2023 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Iowa Loses ‘First in Nation’ Bragging Rights
Democrats ending our neighboring state's key role in helping pick presidents.
Dec 12th, 2022 by Steven WaltersSenator Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Department of Education to Hold Predatory For-Profit College Executives Accountable for Scamming Students
In their letter, the Senators reminded Secretary Cardona that the Department has the authority to hold executives personally and financially liable for their actions
Oct 18th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Call for Urgent Release of LIHEAP Home Heating Aid
Bipartisan Coalition of 31 Senators Urge Biden Administration to Swiftly Make LIHEAP Funds Available to States
Oct 17th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinMandela Barnes Attempts to Reframe Senate Race
Republicans have blitzed Barnes with negative advertising.
Oct 11th, 2022 by Rich KremerBaldwin, Colleagues to Commerce Department: Prevent Stock Buybacks by Corporations That Receive CHIPS Act Funds
“Without strict controls, we are concerned that CHIPS funding may result in a subsidy for additional buybacks, enriching executives and stockholders at taxpayers’ expense while undermining the goals of the legislation.”
Oct 5th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinProtestors Denounce Republican ‘Racist’ Ads
Protest held outside state party’s office in Bronzeville.
Sep 22nd, 2022 by Isiah HolmesSenators Baldwin, Warren, and Hirono Urge the Biden Administration to Take Concrete Actions to Expand Access to Medication Abortion
“As states escalate bans and restrictions on abortion, there is more urgency than ever to take immediate steps to expand access to medication abortion”
Aug 4th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBernie Sanders Endorses Barnes for US Senate
Sanders latest of many big-name Democrats backing Mandela Barnes in August primary.
Jul 18th, 2022 by Rich KremerBaldwin, Klobuchar Urge Federal Trade Commission to Protect Data Privacy of Women Seeking Reproductive Health Care
Senators express concern over data brokers selling personal location data related to abortion services and other family planning care
May 20th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Push Infant Formula Manufacturers to Address Crisis, Get Formula on Shelves ASAP
Baldwin and colleagues call on infant formula manufacturers to increase production, prevent future supply chain disruption, and get formula to parents
May 16th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Warren, Schakowsky Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Crack Down on Corporate Price Gouging
This bill comes as opportunistic corporations are using inflation as cover to abuse their pricing power and jack up prices for American consumers
May 12th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Maloney, Hassan, King, Fitzgerald Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Group in Calling on Drug Manufacturers to Make Naloxone Available Over the Counter
Letters to seven major manufacturers of naloxone come as the U.S. experienced more than 100,000 overdose deaths in a single year
Apr 12th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Pushes for an Investigation into McKinsey’s Potential Conflicts of Interest in Relation to Opioid Crisis
Senators’ Request Follows Revelations that McKinsey Consulted for FDA on Opioid-Related Projects While Working for Opioid Manufacturers Like Purdue Pharma
Apr 5th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBarnes Campaign Aims to Bring State Together
Lt. Governor and U.S. Senate candidate running hard in rural, urban areas of state.
Apr 4th, 2022 by Ruth ConniffSenator Baldwin Introduces Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Increase Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness
Legislation would ensure Tribal Nations have equal access to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention resources to prepare for public health emergencies
Apr 1st, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Curb Profiteering by Big Oil Companies to Provide Relief at the Pump
Big Oil Windfall Profits Tax would protect consumers from giant oil companies taking advantage of world events to jack up prices
Mar 14th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Senators Urge DOJ to Investigate Sackler Family Members for Role in Fueling Opioid Epidemic
“Steps to hold Purdue criminally accountable for its actions, but not the Sacklers, suggests dissimilar treatment for similar—or even the same—unlawful conduct,” the senators wrote
Feb 16th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinTom Nelson’s Longshot Race for U.S. Senate
A 'classic populist, grassroots campaign’ — with the least campaign dollars.
Jan 18th, 2022 by Ruth ConniffSenator Baldwin Calls on FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Address National Blood Supply Shortage
The Red Cross declared its first-ever national blood supply shortage this week, posing risk to patients
Jan 13th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Supports Legislation to Give Every American Lifesaving N95 Masks
More than 50 Democratic Colleagues Sponsor the Masks for All Act in the House and Senate
Jan 12th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Supports Reintroduction of Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Guarantee Tribal Health Authorities Access to the Strategic National Stockpile
Indian Health Service and other tribal health organizations currently lack guaranteed, direct access to federal repository of drugs and medical supplies for emergencies. Legislation would allow the Indian Health Service, tribal health authorities, and urban Indian organizations to access the Strategic National Stockpile and help combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jan 5th, 2022 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Brown Lead Colleagues in Urging USTR to Support American PPE Production by Ending Tariff Exclusions for PPE From China
Imposing Duties on PPE from China will Restore Vulnerable Supply Chains, Support American Companies that Retooled Their Production Facilities to Increase Production of Life-Saving Products
Oct 21st, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWith Temperatures Forecast to Fall and Energy Costs Projected to Rise, Baldwin Calls for Swift Release of LIHEAP Heating Help
38 Senators urged the Biden Administration to swiftly make LIHEAP funds available to states
Oct 18th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Introduction of John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Oct 6th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Elizabeth Warren Endorses Barnes for U.S. Senate
A high-profile endorsement in Democratic primary with nine candidates.
Sep 15th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteBaldwin Joins Colleagues in Letter Urging the Department of Education to Continue to Bolster Federal and State Oversight of Student Loan Servicers
Growing markets offer export opportunities
Sep 14th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Calls For Rejecting Purdue Pharmacy Bankruptcy Plan
Plan shields Sackler family, gives top company executives $5.4 million in bonuses.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Isiah HolmesWorkers In Janesville Feel Left Behind
Private equity firm moving company and all its jobs to Mexico.
Jul 4th, 2021 by Erik GunnSenator Baldwin Pushes SBA to Speed Up Relief to Struggling Live Event Venues
Jun 15th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Senator Baldwin Supports Introduction of Safe Gun Storage Act
May 25th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
College Debts Hit State’s Black Borrowers
Average Black graduate owes $25,000 more for student loans than white graduates.
May 19th, 2021 by Alyssa AllemandSenator Baldwin, Congresswoman Jayapal Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Reverse Trump Administration Move to Silence Workers in Corporate America
EMPOWERS Act Allows Retirement Savers to Set Binding Proxy Voting Guidelines
May 18th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Joins 28 Senators Urging Immediate Ceasefire in Middle East
May 17th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
UW Chancellors Push for More Funding
Blank and Mone contest legislators claim that UW system can rely on federal stimulus money.
Apr 24th, 2021 by Henry RedmanMeet the Pandemic Profiteers
Menard, Hendricks, Kohler among top 100 plutocrats getting richer during pandemic.
Mar 23rd, 2021 by Bruce MurphyWhere’s Joe Biden the Centrist?
No bipartisan moves, no centrist innovations so far from the president.
Feb 11th, 2021 by John TorinusBaldwin Helps Introduce Bill Raising Minimum Wage to $15
The Raise the Wage Act would boost wages for nearly 32 million Americans
Jan 27th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinHow Jim Clyburn Saved America
His choice of Joe Biden was decisive and may have been the only Democrat who could beat Trump.
Jan 25th, 2021 by Dave CieslewiczU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces New Legislation to Reverse Trump Administration Move to Silence Workers in Corporate America
EMPOWERS Act Allows Retirement Savers to Set Binding Proxy Voting Guidelines
Dec 11th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Requests Information from FBI and DHS On QAnon Threat Posed To America And Abroad
Baldwin Joins Colleagues to Write To FBI Director Wray And Deputy General Counsel Maher At DHS Asking For A Written Assessment On The QAnon Threat To America’s Democratic Institutions And Contribution To Hatred Here And Overseas
Dec 9th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinRemembering Mark Anthony Role
Late great Native American writer from Wisconsin leaves a legacy of thoughtful columns.
Nov 28th, 2020 by Bill LuedersBaldwin, Colleagues Urge Robust Funding for State and Local Governments to Distribute COVID-19 Vaccines
Public health experts have estimated that a minimum of $8.4 billion is needed for COVID-19 vaccine distribution efforts
Nov 23rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin to Attorney General William Barr: Stop Efforts to Gut the Affordable Care Act in Court
As Supreme Court ACA Hearing Approaches and Republicans Ram Through a Supreme Court Nominee in an Illegitimate Process, Democratic Lawmakers Highlight How Overturning the ACA Will Impact Health Coverage for Millions of Americans, Including Those Who Contract COVID-19.
Oct 22nd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Introduce COVID-19 Relief Bill to Support Small Businesses
Oct 22nd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin Seeks Swift Release of LIHEAP Heating Help
40 U.S. Senators Urge Trump Administration to Make LIHEAP Funds Available to States
Oct 19th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin“Think I’m Doing This for My Health?”
Trump comes to Janesville. "We win Wisconsin, we win the whole ballgame."
Oct 18th, 2020 by Rob MentzerBaldwin, Brown Blast Trump Administration For Failing To Protect Workers
Senators: DOL’s Recently Imposed Fines on Employers for Failing to Protect Their Workers from COVID-19 are Inadequate
Sep 30th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Calls On Republicans to Stand for Science, Support Bill to Stop Trump Administration’s Political Interference in COVID-19 Response
Democrats introduce legislation to fight political interference in the COVID-19 response following barrage of alarming instances of Trump administration meddling in scientific work
Sep 22nd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin to FDA: Maintain Public Trust in COVID-19 Vaccine Decisions by Making Reviews Transparent
"Full transparency throughout the review and authorization process is essential to countering real or perceived politicization and building public confidence in any approved vaccine."
Sep 16th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Call on Postmaster General to Immediately Reverse Operational Changes to the U.S. Postal Service Causing Delays of Critical Medications to Americans
Senators: "We continue to have grave concerns regarding widespread delays in the delivery of critical medications that millions of Americans rely upon every day."
Sep 15th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Bipartisan Push for Answers on Administration’s Implementation of the Payroll Tax Deferral for Federal Employees, Service Members
“Federal workers and service members should not be used as pawns for a payroll tax scheme that many private sector employers are unlikely to join and where key questions remain unanswered.”
Sep 9th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinManagement Styles of Trump vs. Biden
A one-man band overseeing 4.4 million federal employees versus a true team leader.
Aug 30th, 2020 by John TorinusHarris Could Push Dems Towards Pragmatic Policies
On health care, immigration, free college tuition there are potential compromises.
Aug 18th, 2020 by John Torinus12 Takeaways on DNC Day One
Milwaukee was all but invisible. The format rocked, but Michelle disappointed.
Aug 18th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyBaldwin, Colleagues Call for Long-Term Relief for 43 Million Student Loan Borrowers Amid Pandemic
Administration’s executive order to extend student loan relief still leaves millions of Americans behind
Aug 11th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Criticize Trump Administration’s Maneuvers to Manipulate Census & Hamper an Accurate Count
Senators say cutting the Census short undermines a cornerstone of our democracy and could underfund undercounted communities for the next decade & urge Trump Admin to reverse cut
Aug 7th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Urge Senate to Reject Conditioning Federal Funds to Schools on Re-Opening In-Person
Jul 31st, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Senators Call on Majority Leader McConnell to hold vote on bipartisan bill that would restore the landmark Voting Rights Act
Jul 28th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Urge Significant New, Flexible Funding for State and Local Governments
Jul 23rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin, Senate Colleagues Demand Answers from Attorney General Barr and Acting Secretary Wolf on Deployment of Anonymous Federal Agents in American Cities
In the wake of Trump's threat to deploy more federal agents, Senators press Department of Justice and Homeland Security heads on accountability and legal authorities for militarized interventions in American cities
Jul 22nd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Call on Trump Administration to Immediately Comply with Supreme Court Decision on DACA
DHS Must Open DACA For New Applicants
Jul 17th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Helps Introduce $430 Billion Coronavirus Relief Legislation to Address National Child Care and Education Crises as Democrats Urge Republicans to Act on Bold COVID-19 Relief
Bill will provide relief to students and families and ensure child care providers, K-12 schools, colleges, and universities can continue to provide quality services to children and students across the country
Jul 15th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Call for $32B in Transit Funding in Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package
As stay-at-home orders continue across the country, public transit agencies are faced with decline in ridership, steep revenue losses
Jul 9th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Introduce 1619 Act to Raise Awareness, Understanding of African American History in Schools
Legislation Would Provide Funding for Educators to Gain Access to Educational Programming from the National Museum of African American History & Culture
Jul 7th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Leads NDAA Amendment to Increase National Production of Testing Supplies and PPE as COVID-19 Cases Rise
“We need more testing supplies, more testing, and more personal protective equipment for workers on the frontlines of this pandemic.”
Jun 30th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Leads Call for HIV/AIDS Treatment and Prevention Funding in Next COVID-19 Response Package
Effort for increased HIV/AIDS funding comes as the nation observes tomorrow, June 27, as the 25th Anniversary of National HIV Testing Day
Jun 26th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinFollowing SCOTUS Ruling, Senators Lead Push to Bring Equality Act to a Vote
Jun 17th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Could Biden Pick Baldwin for Vice President?
Tammy Baldwin still on Biden's short list, has survived considerable scrutiny.
Jun 15th, 2020 by Bruce MurphySenator Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce $50 Billion Bill to Address Child Care Crisis
Jun 4th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Baldwin, Colleagues Call for Inspector General Audit of OSHA’s Inadequate Enforcement Amid Growing Worker Illnesses and Deaths During COVID-19 Pandemic
Despite Heightened Risk for Workers, Agency Has Drastically Reduced Investigation and Enforcement Activities During Crisis
May 28th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Urge Congressional Leaders to Support Vulnerable Students Amid Coronavirus Crisis
May 20th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Jeanne Shaheen Lead Colleagues in Calling for Increased Opioid Funding in Coronavirus Relief Package
As COVID-19 Increases Isolation and Stress, Senators Ask for $2 Billion to Combat Opioid and Substance Use Crisis
May 19th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinAs the Trump Administration Pressures Meat Processing Plants to Open, Baldwin and Senators Urge Action to Ensure Worker Safety
In a letter to USDA Secretary Perdue, 29 Senators make recommendations to protect food supply workers
May 15th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Urge HHS to Provide Transparency on Distribution of Remdesivir
Senators call for a briefing from administration officials in charge of remdesivir hospital allocation process
May 13th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Ensure All Students Have Access to Internet during Coronavirus Pandemic
The current public health emergency is exacerbating a longstanding “homework gap” and requires immediate action by Congress
May 13th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinTiffany Wins Northwoods Special Election
Republican wins congressional race by 14 points, down from Trump’s 20 point margin in 2016.
May 13th, 2020 by Henry RedmanBaldwin Joins Bipartisan Push to Expand Delivery for SNAP Recipients During Pandemic
Senators Press USDA for Answers, Immediate Solutions
May 12th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinRepublican Anti-Trump Ad Hits State
Meet the Lincoln Project, led by past members of GOP campaigns, administrations.
May 12th, 2020 by Ruth ConniffBaldwin, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Help Renters during the Coronavirus Pandemic
Bill Would Authorize $100 Billion for an Emergency Rental Assistance Program to Help Renters Stay Housed During and After the Pandemic
May 11th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Murphy Lead Call Urging Trump Administration to Cover COVID-19 Related Medical Expenses for Those Enrolled in Junk Plans
These Plans Have Left Patients with Potential and Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Saddled By High Medical Bills at a Time When the Economy and Many Livelihoods Are In Jeopardy
May 8th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Senate Democrats in Calling on VA to Develop COVID-19 Testing Strategy at Facilities Nationwide
Lawmakers Press VA Secretary to Set Example for a National Testing Strategy
May 7th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin and Senate Colleagues Ask About Political Interference In COVID-19 Response Following Ouster of Vaccine Development Head
20 Democratic Senators write to Sec. Azar about concerns that political interference is hindering COVID-19 response efforts
May 1st, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Murray, Heinrich, Democrats to Scalia: Do Your Job and Protect Workers Before Reopening the Economy
As the Trump Administration pushes to reopen economy, Senate Democrats insist that worker protections must come first
Apr 30th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Joins Effort to Repeal GOP Tax Giveaway to Million-Dollar-Plus Earners in Coronavirus Relief Legislation
Legislation would unwind GOP changes in CARES Act that cost taxpayers $160 billion, were more than was given to hospitals and more than to state and local governments
Apr 28th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Senate Colleagues Call for Administration to Fully Utilize Defense Production Act & Protect Veterans from COVID-19
“This Administration must prioritize VA’s sacred mission to care for our nation’s veterans who are especially vulnerable during this pandemic”
Apr 24th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin Leads Call for Emergency OSHA Standard to Protect Essential Workers in COVID-19 Response Legislation
"If we do not mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace, it will continue to spread in the community and endanger the public at large"
Apr 16th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Murray, Colleagues Press President Trump For Answers on Mismanagement of the Strategic National Stockpile
"It should not take public pleas from governors or letters from congressional delegations for states to obtain the supplies they need."
Apr 15th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinRon Johnson Pushes Controversial Drugs
Spearheads campaign urging Trump to lift restrictions on hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine use for COVID-19.
Apr 11th, 2020 by Ruth ConniffSenator Baldwin, Colleagues Request COVID-19 Demographic Data from CDC to Ensure Effective Response to the Pandemic
Members ask CDC for comprehensive demographic data about testing availability, health care access and more amid ongoing limited access to tests
Apr 8th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinDemocrats Ahead on Campaign Donations
State Democratic Party raised nine times more than state Republican Party in 2020.
Apr 6th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignBaldwin, Senate Colleagues Urge FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Combat Coronavirus Pandemic
As COVID-19 has spurred a nationwide blood shortage, the FDA continues to enforce discriminatory policies prohibiting many healthy gay and bisexual men from donating blood
Mar 26th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinOne Year After Shopko Went Bankrupt
Virtual town hall of ex-workers talk about impact of retail chain's 2019 shutdown.
Mar 22nd, 2020 by Erik GunnBaldwin, Shaheen Call for No Junk Plans Act and Enrollment Assistance in Economic Stimulus Response Legislation
Legislation would overturn Trump's expansion of junk health insurance plans that don't provide comprehensive health care coverage
Mar 21st, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Tell Trump to Immediately and Fully Use All Defense Production Act Authorities to Mobilize War-Scale Manufacturing Effort of Respirators, Ventilators, Test Kits, Other Medical Equipment
President has only invoked part of one title in Act, and refused to deploy Act's full powers to incentivize industry, retool private manufacturing capabilities; Senators also urge Trump to stop xenophobic references to COVID-19
Mar 20th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Helps Introduce Bill to Expand Free Coronavirus Testing
Legislation Would Expand Free Coronavirus Testing and Related Health Care Services to People on Private Insurance, in Medicare, Medicaid and for the Uninsured
Mar 13th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinIn Letter to Trump, Baldwin and Senate Democrats Call for Coronavirus Economic Response Focused on Helping Workers and Families Most Harmed
Stimulus should focus on boosting working Americans, not corporate bottom lines
Mar 11th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinElizabeth Warren Remarks to Campaign Staff Announcing that She is Suspending her Campaign
Mar 5th, 2020 by Elizabeth Warren
Yes, Billionaires Should Exist
Beware of presidential candidates with all THE ANSWERS.
Mar 3rd, 2020 by John TorinusState Voters Lean Against Medicare for All
Poll shows 47% prefer it while 53% prefer improving Affordable Care Act.
Feb 12th, 2020 by Shamane MillsBaldwin, Brown, Sanders Demand Answers From Amazon As Work-Related Injuries Continue To Rise
Senators Urging Amazon to Put Worker Safety Ahead of Profits, Prevent and Protect Employees from Workplace Injuries
Feb 11th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWisconsin for Mike Opens Second Field Office During Weekend of Action
Campaign hosted over 30 events statewide including visits from Academy Award-winning actor Michael Douglas and former Mayor of Gary, Indiana, Karen Freeman-Wilson
Feb 10th, 2020 by Mike BloombergU.S. Reps. Matt Gaetz and Mark Pocan Join in Cosponsoring Checkoff Reform Bill
Feb 7th, 2020 by Animal Wellness Action
Wisconsin Holds Satellite Iowa Caucus
And its votes are in. At Marquette University, Iowa residents living here vote. And who won?
Feb 4th, 2020 by Alana WatsonSenator Baldwin, Senate Democrats Reject Trump Middle East Plan, Urge Administration to Commit to Viable Two-State Solution
Senators: “A sustainable solution must support the legitimate rights, aspirations, and needs of both Israelis and Palestinians.”
Jan 29th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinNew Marquette Law School Poll finds majorities of Wisconsin voters disapprove of Trump foreign policy and killing of Iranian general
Please note: Complete Poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll
Jan 15th, 2020 by Marquette UniversityBoth Parties Bar Primary Challenge to Trump
Weld and Walsh barred from Republican presidential primary in state’s Spring election. Why?
Jan 15th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonPoll Shows Trump Ahead in State
MU Poll shows him beating the major Democratic candidates, though within margin of error.
Dec 16th, 2019 by Melanie ConklinImpeachment Support the Same in MU Poll
Percent supporting impeachment and removal in new poll nearly identical to last poll.
Dec 13th, 2019 by Shawn JohnsonNew Marquette Law School Poll finds no change in impeachment views following end of public testimony
Dec 12th, 2019 by Marquette University
Why I’m Supporting Elizabeth Warren
The right policies. And willing to fight for them.
Dec 12th, 2019 by Rep. Jonathan BrostoffCharter Schools Wasted $48.6 Million in State Grants
Report finds 46% of schools funded are now closed or never opened at all.
Dec 10th, 2019 by Ruth ConniffU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces Support for Legislation to Stop Veterans from Being Punished for VA Miscalculations
Bipartisan bill would prevent VA from holding veterans responsible for benefits overpayment
Dec 2nd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls for Action on Funding Gun Violence Research at CDC
Recent shootings across the U.S. underscore the need for action on this public health crisis
Nov 22nd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWhy State Voters Cooled on Impeachment
MU poll found small shifts add up and Trump might be helped by good economy.
Nov 22nd, 2019 by Ruth ConniffPoll Shows Less Support For Impeachment
Support declining, MU poll shows, and presidential race in state also looks close.
Nov 21st, 2019 by Miranda SuarezBaldwin, Brown, Menendez Lead Senators Urging Media Companies to Recognize Workers’ Unions
GateHouse-Gannett merger will combine two of country’s largest newspaper chains
Nov 20th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinNew Marquette Law School Poll finds shifts in Wisconsin public opinion favorable to President Trump on impeachment and presidential election preferences
Trump holds small leads over each of four top Democratic candidates for president in head-to-head matchups in the new survey
Nov 20th, 2019 by Marquette UniversityWarren Plan Gives Needed Help to MPS
Would mean a massive new federal investment in public schools.
Nov 19th, 2019 by Marva Herndon, Erika Siemsen and Megan O'HalloranThe Return of Paul Ryan
His new foundation could help Ryan plan and promote his post-Trump political career.
Oct 31st, 2019 by Ruth ConniffU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges CMS to Increase Childhood Lead Screenings
Senators Urging CMS to Address Gaps in Key Data used to Inform Prevention
Oct 28th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinRep. Ron Kind Has Huge 2020 War Chest
Nearly $3 million campaign fund. No Wisconsin congressional representative has more.
Oct 26th, 2019 by Allison StevensBig Jump in State Support for Impeachment
Marquette Poll finds 46% of those surveyed now back inquiry, up from 29% in April.
Oct 24th, 2019 by Laurel WhiteNew Marquette Law School Poll finds increased support for Trump impeachment hearings since the spring, while opinions about Trump have changed little
When asked if Trump should be impeached and removed from office, 44 percent say that Trump should be removed.
Oct 23rd, 2019 by Marquette UniversityU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Working to Extend Long Term Funding for Community Health Centers
With funding set to expire next month, bipartisan group of Senators call for immediate passage on CHIME Act
Oct 23rd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinCan Democrat Tom Palzewicz Win the 5th Congressional District?
He lost to Sensenbrenner with 38% of the vote in 2018, better than previous Dems had done
Oct 10th, 2019 by Erik GunnPenzeys Spices Spends Over $100K On Pro-Impeachment Ads
Ad says Trump's call with Ukranian President Zelensky a "mandatory open and shut case for the impeachment."
Oct 10th, 2019 by Laurel WhiteSen. Ron Johnson Mired In Trump’s Swamp
Johnson attacks FBI, CIA, and the whistleblower to defend Trump.
Oct 9th, 2019 by John TorinusDo ‘Checkoff Groups’ Help or Hurt Family Dairy Farms?
Federally-required agricultural promotion organizations may not benefit small dairy farms
Oct 9th, 2019 by Bruce ThompsonU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges Trump Administration to Protect Health Coverage for People with Pre-Existing Conditions
Letter requests HHS and CMS to limit push of “junk” health insurance plans that cover less and cost more
Oct 3rd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWhy Trump Could Lose Wisconsin
Politico says Trump in trouble because WOW counties never fully embraced him.
Sep 19th, 2019 by Bruce MurphyU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Warns That Pharmaceutical Mergers May Increase Drug Prices and Reduce Patient Access to Essential Medications
"The past several years have seen a steady increase in mergers and acquisitions across our economy, and the pharmaceutical sector is no exception."
Sep 17th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Supports Introduction of Legislation to Stop Use of Taxpayer Dollars at Trump Properties
"President Trump is a walking, talking, tweeting conflict of interest and it is wrong for him to line his own pockets with the abuse of taxpayer dollars."
Sep 17th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinNew Marquette Law School Poll finds Biden leading Trump in head-to-head presidential match in Wisconsin
Biden is most popular choice in the Democratic primary field, while full sample of voters split sharply by partisanship on Trump and the economy
Sep 4th, 2019 by Marquette UniversitySanders Leads Dems in State Funds Raised
Warren is second, Buttigieg third, in state donations to presidential primary candidates.
Aug 20th, 2019 by Robin BravenderIt’s the Health Care Costs, Stupid
Universal coverage is unaffordable without a system of managed health care.
Aug 13th, 2019 by John TorinusU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin to FDA: Hold AveXis Accountable for Falsifying Data
Baldwin, colleagues slam pharmaceutical company for falsifying data on gene therapy that carries a record $2.1 million price tag
Aug 9th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Requests Data from Trump Administration on Consequences of Texas V. United States Prevailing
Letter to Azar, Mnuchin Stresses Risk in Upending Health Care System, Need to Understand Ramifications if Obamacare is Gutted
Aug 1st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Introduction of Legislation to Stop the Cruel and Neglectful Treatment of Children at Border
The Stop Cruelty to Migrant Children Act would create clear, non-negotiable standards for the treatment of children in America’s care
Jul 12th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinDemocrats Speak at Latino Convention
Sanders, Warren, O’Rourke and Castro offer tough words to attendees at packed Wisconsin Center.
Jul 12th, 2019 by Jim CrynsU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Congratulating U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team on Historic Victory, Urges Equal Pay
"The U.S. women’s national soccer team brought our nation together and made us all proud winning their second straight World Cup."
Jul 10th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin: Census Should Stay on Schedule, Omit Citizenship Question
Senators Urge Secretary Ross To Print Census Materials Without Citizenship Question, Avoid Delays
Jul 1st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Baldwin, Casey, Murphy Warn That ACA and Medicaid Attacks Will Undermine Efforts to Lower Drug Costs for Families
Senators Send Letter to President Trump on His So-Called Commitment to lowering Drug Costs
Jun 21st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Comprehensive Reform to Address Skyrocketing Prescription Drug Prices
The Affordable Medications Act Would Hold Drug Companies Accountable For High Prices, Bring Down Costs for Seniors, Families and Taxpayers
Jun 12th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Guarantee Equal Access to Abortion
May 23rd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Female Senators to Celebrate 100th Anniversary of 19th Amendment
May 21st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Hispanic Convention Should Draw 20,000 People
League of United Latin American Citizens will celebrate 90th anniversary with July convention held in Milwaukee.
May 15th, 2019 by Ana Martinez-OrtizU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Reintroduce Legislation to Combat the Opioid and Substance Use Epidemic
Endorsed by over 200 organizations, the CARE Act is the most ambitious legislation of its kind in Congress and would allocate $100 billion over 10 years
May 8th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBernie Sanders Campaigns in Madison
“It is about all of us — not me, us — transforming this country.”
Apr 13th, 2019 by Shawn JohnsonU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Reintroduce Legislation to Simplify and Decrease the Costs of Tax Preparation and Filing
Taxpayers spend an average of 11 hours preparing and filing tax returns and pay $200 for tax preparation services
Apr 12th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinEvers’ Approval, Disapproval Rises in Poll
But big majority in MU poll says Legislature not cooperating with governor and support him on most issues.
Apr 11th, 2019 by Shawn JohnsonNew Marquette Law School Poll finds little change in views of Trump as Mueller probe ends
Opinions shift on confidence in Mueller; on state issues, majorities support legal marijuana, higher special education spending, oppose increase in gas tax
Apr 10th, 2019 by Marquette UniversityU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Trump Administration to Implement Farm Bill Dairy Improvements for Wisconsin Dairy Farmers
Senator Baldwin pushed for several other important changes to the 2018 Farm Bill to address the needs of dairy producers.
Apr 1st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators Urging Trump Administration to Withdraw Proposed SNAP Rule
Proposed rule would bypass the intent of Congress in the 2018 Farm Bill and take food assistance away from families
Apr 1st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinDemocrats Court Packing Plan Is Unwise
Some presidential candidates support changing Supreme Court’s size. Why it's a bad idea.
Mar 31st, 2019 by Casey HoffU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Reintroduces Legislation to Rein in Stock Buybacks and Give Workers a Voice on Corporate Boards
Big corporations were given huge, permanent tax breaks and in 2018 they announced more than $1 trillion in stock buybacks, largely benefiting corporate executives and wealthy shareholders
Mar 27th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Pressing for Answers on Reports of Efforts to Weaken Contamination Standards for PFAS
Letter Comes in Response to Media Reports that DOD is Pushing for Weaker Cleanup Guidelines for PFAS
Mar 25th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Take on Student Debt Crisis
Aid Student Loan Borrowers With Refinancing At Lower Interest Rate
Mar 19th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges Inclusion of Contractor Back Pay in Upcoming Disaster Package
“Contractor workers and their families should not be penalized for a government shutdown that they did nothing to cause.”
Mar 11th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSchatz, Pocan Reintroduce Legislation To End Student Loan Debt Crisis
Support Grows With 40 Lawmakers Joining Schatz and Pocan
Mar 6th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Mark PocanU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Ensure Child Care for All
The Child Care for Working Families Act would ensure high-quality, affordable child care for working families across the country
Mar 1st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Reintroduce Legislation to Create State Public Health Care Option
State Public Option Act will allow states to create a Medicaid buy-in program for all their residents, regardless of income
Feb 15th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Pharmaceutical Companies to Explain Skyrocketing Insulin Prices
Senators: “It is clear that these steep price increases are resulting in patients lacking access to the life-saving medications they need.”
Feb 6th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges Trump Administration to Pay Federal Workers Affected by the Shutdown Immediately
"This government shutdown made it clearer than ever just how dedicated civil servants are to their jobs, and how vital those jobs are to the nation."
Jan 28th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinNew Marquette Law School Poll finds some issues less divisive amid continuing partisan divide
Special education increases and accepting more federal Medicaid money are drawing broader support than many other current issues
Jan 24th, 2019 by Marquette UniversityU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Colleagues to Reintroduce Resolution To Defend Constitutionality of Pre-Existing Condition Protections
"No parent should have to lay awake at night wondering if the health care they have today, for themselves and their children, will be there tomorrow."
Jan 18th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenate Passes Baldwin Supported Bill to Ensure Federal Workers Affected by Shutdowns Receive Retroactive Pay
Currently, 420,000 federal workers are being forced to work without pay, and another 380,000 federal workers were sent home over the holidays without pay
Jan 11th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin2 Million College Students Lack Food Stamps
Federal GAO report finds food insecurity for 9% to more than 50% of college students.
Jan 11th, 2019 by Rich KremerU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Legislation To Allow Medicare To Negotiate Prescription Drug Prices And Lower Costs For Seniors
Legislation would allow Medicare to negotiate the best possible price of prescription drugs, to cut costs for nearly 43 million seniors enrolled in Medicare Part D. Current law only allows for bargaining by pharmaceutical companies but bans Medicare from doing so
Jan 9th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Background Check Expansion Act To Reduce Gun Violence
"This legislation is a commonsense solution to prevent the easy access of weapons for those that shouldn't have them."
Jan 9th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinThe Eternal Campaign of Scott Walker
He’s earned $2.3 million from government, and is already running for office again.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Bruce MurphyU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Legislation Calling on President Trump, Future Presidential Nominees to Release Tax Returns
Measure would give insight into foreign deals, increase transparency
Jan 4th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Presses VA for Answers on Misuse Of Suicide Prevention Funds
The VA has spent less than one percent of its budget for suicide prevention
Jan 4th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on Trump Administration to Stop Pushing Health Insurance Plans that Weaken Pre-Existing Condition Protections
New Administration guidance encourages states to promote “junk” health plans that lack protections for individuals with pre-existing conditions and would increase costs for millions of Americans
Dec 20th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSome Final Memories of Civil Rights Era
Community members share stories, make memes to remember civil rights history.
Dec 13th, 2018 by Analise PruniU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Leads Effort to Give Workers a Greater Voice at Public Companies
Baldwin and colleagues call for SEC to consider the merits of directly electing workers to company boards
Oct 16th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinOslo Cuts Cars From City Center
All the city news you can use.
Sep 30th, 2018 by Jeff WoodU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Halt Skyrocketing Drug Prices
New bill would hold drug companies accountable for high prices, bring down costs for seniors, families and taxpayers
Sep 7th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Colleagues Introduce Senate Resolution Recognizing June As Pride Month
June is LGBTQ Pride Month
Jun 29th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Works to Protect VA Watchdog
Senator Co-Sponsors Amendment to 2019 VA Funding Bill in Response to VA’s “Alarming Disservice to American Veterans and Taxpayers”
Jun 22nd, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Tammy Baldwin and Tina Smith Lead Colleagues to Call for Hearing on Trump Administration Nominee to Lead the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation
Trump administration nominee lacks pensions-related experience
Jun 15th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Leads Bipartisan Call to Stand Up for American Cheese Producers
Continues Fight to Protect Wisconsin Producers in Ongoing Trade Negotiations
May 15th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinStudent Loan Debt Rises 50 Percent on Sixth Anniversary of $1T Day
Debt Burden Hit $1 Trillion in 2012, Now Stands at $1.5 Trillion and Counting as GOP Blocks Common Sense Solutions
Apr 25th, 2018 by One Wisconsin NowBaldwin, Stabenow, McCaskill Lead 47 Senators in Calling on Trump Administration to Halt Expansion of Junk Health Insurance Plans
The Senators expressed their opposition to the proposed rule to expand junk plans, CMS-9924-P, ahead of the deadline for public comment on April 23, 2018.
Apr 23rd, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Baldwin, Collins, Durbin, Shaheen and Warren Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Boko Haram
Following the fourth anniversary of the kidnapping of more than 200 girls from school, Senators call on U.S. and Nigerian governments to defeat the terrorist organization
Apr 16th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Allow Safe Disposal of Unwanted Drugs in Hospice
Under current federal regulations, hospice staff are not allowed to dispose of unused medications, even after the patient has died.
Apr 13th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins 32 Colleagues to Introduce Legislation that takes on Student Debt Crisis
Mar 22nd, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Legislation to Rein In Stock Buybacks and Give Workers a Seat at the Table
Corporations have announced more than $225 billion in corporate share buybacks, overwhelmingly benefiting corporate executives and wealthy shareholders, while workers get pink slips
Mar 22nd, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Student Non-Discrimination Act
Legislation would help protect public school students from bullying, harassment and discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity
Mar 21st, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Supports Anti-Bullying Legislation
Safe Schools Legislation Would Require School Districts Across the Country to Develop and Implement Locally Driven Anti-Bullying Policies
Mar 20th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Aims to Block President Trump’s Plan to Allow Insurers to Sell Junk Plans with Legislation to Guarantee Protections for Pre-existing Conditions
“The Fair Care Act is an opportunity for lawmakers to keep their word on guaranteed protections for pre-existing conditions.”
Mar 5th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin to Health Insurers: Step Up Response to Opioid Epidemic
Baldwin Joins Senate Colleagues in Writing Letters to 10 of Nation’s Top Health Insurers
Mar 5th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce SAFE Lending Act to Protect Consumers from Predatory Practices in Payday Lendin
"We need the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to work for American consumers, not powerful Washington interests like the predatory payday loan industry."
Feb 14th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Push to Establish an Investigation into the U.S Olympic Committee & USA Gymnastics Over Decades of Sexual Abuse
"Our bipartisan push to open this investigation will provide needed oversight and accountability."
Feb 7th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Improve Rail Safety
Builds on the Senator’s Efforts to Keep Wisconsin Communities Safe and Strong by Requiring Two-Person Crews on Freight Trains
Feb 5th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Requests Government Accountability Office Review of Trump Administration’s Failure to Meaningfully Address Opioid Epidemic
The Administration Has Done Little since Declaring the Crisis a Public Health Emergency
Jan 31st, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on President Trump to Provide Information on Political Appointees Serving in Key Drug Policy Positions
Letter to President Follows Report that 24-Year-Old with No Relevant Work Experience Served as Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy
Jan 18th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Susan Collins’ RAISE Family Caregivers Act Passes Congress
Bipartisan legislation to establish a national strategy to support family caregivers is endorsed by over 60 aging and disability organizations
Jan 9th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Colleagues to Call on EEOC to Address Rampant Sexual Harassment of Tipped Workers
Sexual Harassment Remains Persistent Problem for Tipped Workers, Particularly Women of Color
Dec 15th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Sexual Harassment and Discrimination in Congress
The Congressional Harassment Reform Act to Bring Transparency and Accountability to Sexual Harassment Reporting Process
Dec 14th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges FCC Chairman Pai to Delay Vote Rolling Back Net Neutrality Rules
Letter Follows Reports that Bots may have Filed Hundreds of Thousands of Comments to FCC During Net Neutrality Policymaking Process
Dec 4th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinAs NAFTA Renegotiations Move Forward, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Leads Letter to Trump Administration Calling for Strong Protections for Workers
"Entrenched corporate special interests are fiercely lobbying against reforms that benefit American working families."
Nov 15th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Letter to FCC Chairman Raising Concerns Over Proposed Rule That Could Harm Rural Americans Who Depend on Landline Service
"Households and businesses in our states, and across the country, cannot afford the disruption of having service altered without adequate advance notice..."
Nov 14th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Scenic Trails Parity Act
This bipartisan legislation will provide Wisconsin scenic trails with improved management and access to additional funding
Oct 27th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Invest $45 Billion to Address Opioid Cris
Senators call on President Trump to support the legislation, join in strengthening local prevention, treatment and recovery efforts
Oct 25th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Coalition to Introduce USA RIGHTS Act to Reform Secretive Warrantless Spy Program
Bill Reforms FISA Sec. 702 to Protect Americans' Security AND Liberties, Reduce Secret Law and Focus Spy Program on Foreign Threats
Oct 24th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Baldwin and Nelson Call on Department of Education to Act on Student Loan Debt Relief Scams
Oct 18th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Call to Extend DACA Renewal Deadline for Dreamers in Wake of Storms
"An extension of the deadline would provide DACA recipients more time to collect the $495 application fee and gather the necessary documents to accurately complete the renewal application."
Sep 26th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators: Administration Too Lax on Worker Safety
Senators slam Labor Department for pulling workplace fatality info from its website, call on Secretary to nominate qualified OSHA administrator
Sep 22nd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Give Control of Credit Information Back to Consumers, Protect Personal Data Following Equifax Hack
"Consumer protection should be more important than profit."
Sep 21st, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Supports Reform to Increase Access to Affordable, High-Quality Child Care and Preschool
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin helped introduce legislation to expand access to affordable, high-quality child care and preschool for Wisconsin families.
Sep 19th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Legislation to Allow Medicare to Negotiate Prescription Drug Prices and Lower Costs for Seniors
Legislation would allow Medicare to negotiate the best possible price of prescription drugs, to cut costs for nearly 41 million seniors enrolled in Medicare Part D
Aug 1st, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinThe Medicare Advantage
It has consumer choice, competition and lower costs. A better model than Medicaid.
Jun 30th, 2017 by John TorinusU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation to Protect Servicemembers and Families from Financial Shams
The Military Consumer Enforcement Act would enhance CFPB’s ability to enforce consumer protections for servicemembers
Jun 23rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Call on President Trump to Keep His Buy American Pledge in NAFTA Renegotiation
"You have promised the American people a ‘Buy American’ trade policy and we would urge you to follow through on this commitment..."
Jun 16th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Requests Robust Funding for Job-Training to Help Older Wisconsinites Return to the Workforce
Trump’s FY 2018 budget proposes to completely eliminate the critical Senior Community Service Employment Program
Jun 5th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin to President Trump on Proposed Medicaid Cuts: America’s Veterans Deserve Better
About 35,000 veterans in Wisconsin and nearly two million veterans across the country rely on Medicaid for their health coverage.
May 26th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinAction Needed on Student Debt Crisis
Our proposal provides help. Trump budget makes things worse.
May 25th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Baldwin, Markey, Menendez, Shaheen Call for Increased Federal Funding to Combat Opioid Epidemic
"We request that the FY2018 appropriations bill reflect the magnitude of this public health crisis by increasing federal investment in addressing opioid and all substance use disorders across HHS agencies."
May 18th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenator Baldwin Supports Legislation that Takes Action on Student Debt Crisis
Student loan debt has swelled to $1.4 trillion, surpassing total amount of credit card debt
May 18th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Letter to FCC Chairman Highlighting Importance of Net Neutrality to Women Across America
In letter, Senators urge Chairman to reconsider proposal undermining online protections for consumers
May 8th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinHistoric, Comprehensive LGBT Non-Discrimination Legislation Re-Introduced in Congress
Despite major advances in equality for LGBT Americans the majority of states still do not have explicit LGBT non-discrimination protection laws.
May 2nd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Leads Cosponsors in Pressing for Senate Action on Buy America Legislation After President Trump Announces Support
President Trump last week said he supports the Made in America Water Infrastructure Act “100 percent”
Apr 26th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Demands Trump Administration Release Secret Plan to Undermine Health Care System Presented to House Freedom Caucus
According to reports, Administration presented House Freedom Caucus with detailed plan to throw health care system into chaos in order to win far right’s support
Apr 4th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and Senators Call on President Trump to Protect Americans from Higher Health Costs
More than 6 million Americans enrolled in health coverage under the ACA are receiving cost-sharing subsidies to help reduce their out of pocket costs and deductibles.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinAs Health Care Debate Shifts, Senator Baldwin and Senate Colleagues Lead Milestone Effort to Bring Down Prescription Drug Prices
Landmark proposal introduced by group of key Senate Democrats to improve the Affordable Care Act by addressing skyrocketing drug prices
Mar 30th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Democratic Senators Call TrumpCare Disastrous for Battle Against Opioid Crisis
American Health Care Act would jeopardize coverage for 24 million Americans, including 2.8 million suffering from a substance use disorder
Mar 21st, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Re-Introduce LifeBOAT Act
The LifeBOAT Act would establish reliable funding to expand access to substance abuse treatment
Mar 3rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Hirono and Blumenthal Lead 25 Senators in Urging Trump Administration to Make Fighting Hate Crimes a Major Priority
Both a recent spike and longer-term trends show increases in discrimination, harassment and violence against members of minority communities
Mar 2nd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Marco Rubio and U.S. Representatives Joe Crowley and Chris Smith Introduce the JUST Act to Help Holocaust Survivors and Families of Holocaust Victims
Jewish community leaders and organizations offer strong support for the commitment to ensure justice
Feb 27th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinAs Foreign Favors Pile Up, Democratic Senators Call on Trump to Halt Unconstitutional Conduct
Thirteen Senators to President Trump: “It is a small price to pay for the unparalleled honor and gravity of your post that you not attempt to capitalize financially on the presidency”
Feb 24th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Requests European Union Support to Combat the Fentanyl Crisis
In Milwaukee County, overdose deaths involving Fentanyl increased by nearly 500% since 2011
Feb 23rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Help “Blue Water” Navy Veterans
Bipartisan reform would require VA to provide benefits to veterans exposed to Agent Orange
Feb 22nd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges New FCC Chair to Reverse Decision Threatening Low-Income Americans’ Broadband Access
Chairman Pai recently revoked the recognition of nine companies as providers for a critical program that has helped tens of millions of low-income Americans afford broadband service.
Feb 10th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Warren Seek Information On Goldman Sachs’ Role In and Influence over Trump Administration Economic Policies
Company stock up dramatically as former Goldman executive Gary Cohn and other Goldman bankers joined Trump Administration
Feb 10th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Demands Answers About Outrageous Price Hike For Lifesaving Anti-Overdose Drug
"...this startling price hike is very concerning."
Feb 8th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Renews Effort to Close the Rural Broadband Gap
Baldwin joins colleagues in bipartisan call for new FCC Chairman to expand mobile network in rural America
Feb 7th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Warren Call on NEC Director Cohn to Pay Full Taxes on Windfall Payments, Recuse Himself from All Decisions Affecting Goldman Sachs
Recusal, immediate payment of all taxes would mitigate Cohn's conflicts of interest in new role at NEC
Feb 3rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Brown, Shaheen to Trump: Don’t Pull the Rug Out from Under States Fighting Opioid Crisis
As states apply for $1 billion in grants made available by 21st Century Cures Act, ACA repeal would pull $5.5 billion away from needed addiction services
Feb 3rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinFollowing Additional Concerns on Congressman Price’s Financial Transactions, Baldwin and Senate Democrats Call For SEC Investigation Into Potential Violations of STOCK Act and Insider Trading Laws
In new letter, Senator HELP Democrats call on SEC for formal investigation
Jan 23rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Stabenow, Warren, Merkley and Markey Introduce Legislation to Withdraw from TPP
Senators hold President-elect Trump accountable to American workers
Jan 19th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Baldwin, Franken, Warren: Delay Tom Price Hearing Until Ethics Concerns are Investigated & Resolved
Senators press Health Committee Chairman to postpone Congressman Price’s hearing to become HHS Secretary until questionable stock trading while in office is fully investigated
Jan 17th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Amendment to Oppose Legislation that Would Make Young Americans Sick Again
Amendment to budget resolution would protect the Affordable Care Act reform that allows young people to stay on their parents’ health plan until age 26
Jan 11th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls for Disclosure of Trump Cabinet Nominees’ Golden Parachute Bonus Payouts
“The American people cannot afford to have industry insiders writing their own rules to make a rigged system worse.”
Jan 11th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and Democrats Introduce Bill to Require President and Vice President to Fully Divest Personal Financial Conflicts of Interest
Senators also reiterate their demand for Trump to comply with Constitution's Emoluments Clause
Jan 9th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Legislation Calling on President-Elect Trump, Future Presidential Nominees to Release Tax Return
Measure would give insight into foreign deals, increase transparency
Jan 5th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Elizabeth Warren Issue Statement on Exxon-Mobil Payout Deal for Trump’s Secretary of State Nominee Rex Tillerson
This payment scheme would be illegal under Senator Baldwin’s reform.
Jan 4th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinBaldwin, Whitehouse, Warren, and Feinstein Introduce Bill to Limit Tax Windfalls for Billionaires in the Trump Administration
Legislation would curb little-known tax loophole that allows appointees to delay their tax bills
Jan 4th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinAfter Trump Delays Announcement on Business Plans, Baldwin & Senate Democrats Call on President-elect to Divest Holdings
Senators: “Whether the President of the United States makes decisions about potential trade agreements or sending troops into war, the American people need to know that the President is acting in their best interest.”
Dec 13th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinSenators Have New Questions for Mylan About EpiPen Price Hike, Pricing Strategy
Company's previous response left unanswered questions about EpiPen pricing impact on consumers, taxpayers, and insurance premiums
Nov 2nd, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin