Paul Ryan represents Wisconsin’s 1st District in the United States House of Representatives.
Official Biography
Born and raised in the community of Janesville, Paul Ryan is a fifth-generation Wisconsin native. Currently serving his 8th term as a Member of Congress, Paul works to address the many important issues affecting Wisconsin residents and serve as an effective advocate for the 1st Congressional District.
He is the Chairman of the House Budget Committee, where he works to bring fiscal discipline and accountability to the federal government. He is a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over tax policy, Social Security, health care and trade laws.
Paul has put forward a specific plan to tackle our looming fiscal crisis, driven by the explosion of entitlement spending. “The Path to Prosperity” helps spur job creation today, stops spending money the government doesn’t have, and lifts the crushing burden of debt. This plan puts the budget on the path to balance and the economy on the path to prosperity.
Paul is a graduate of Joseph A. Craig High School in Janesville and earned a degree in economics and political science from Miami University in Ohio.
Paul and his wife Janna live in Janesville with their children, daughter Liza and sons Charlie and Sam. The youngest of four children, Paul is the son of Paul Sr. (deceased) and Betty Ryan. He is a member of St. John Vianney’s Parish.
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No Politics at $900 Million Right Wing Bradley Foundation?
Email Undermines Former Bradley Head’s Allegation He Was ‘Careful’ to Separate Politics from Day Job
May 18th, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowSpeaker Paul Ryan Swears House GOP To Secrecy Regarding Trump’s Ties To Russia, Spokesperson Lies About The Conversation
“There’s two people I think Putin pays: Rohrabacher and Trump,” House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy said
May 17th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinTrumpcare Can Be Stopped
It drastically reduces health coverage. Senate could, should resist it.
May 14th, 2017 by Bill KaplanRepublican Convention Shows Why Wisconsin Needs New Leadership
Republican leaders lauded President Trump's health care bill which will mean real harm for Americans across our nation while doling out massive tax giveaways for the rich.
May 13th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Fights for Wisconsin in Bipartisan Omnibus Funding Deal
As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Baldwin secured several bipartisan wins for Wisconsin signed into law by President Trump
May 8th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinRyan Solen Will Not Seek 2018 Democratic Nomination for Congress
Today I would like to declare my support for David Yankovich to seek the nomination.
May 7th, 2017 by Ryan SolenGov. Walker Must Support Covering Wisconsinites With Pre-Existing Conditions
"The Governor should decline a waiver exempting insurance companies from prohibitions that help individuals with pre-existing conditions get the care they need."
May 5th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinSpeaker Ryan Pushes Through the Worst Bill for Women’s Health in a Generation
Bill would deny millions access to cancer screenings, birth control, and STD testing and treatment
May 4th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinCongressman Sensenbrenner Statement on House Passage of AHCA
"I applaud its passage..."
May 4th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Jim SensenbrennerRep. Stuck Again Calls on Congressman Mike Gallagher to Stand with Northeast Wisconsin against the Ryan/Trump Healthcare Plan
"The newest healthcare plan put forward by Speaker Ryan, Republican Congressional Leaders and approved by President Trump is anything but affordable..."
May 4th, 2017 by State Rep. Amanda StuckTrump Should Go Big on Health Care
Turn states loose as innovators, create 50 different pilot plans.
May 1st, 2017 by John TorinusSpeaker Paul Ryan Returns To His District Only To Receive An Award
Since 1999, Speaker Ryan has only passed three bills that have become law where he was the lead sponsor.
Apr 28th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinU.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 BaldwinPresident Trump Announces Support for Tammy Baldwin’s #BuyAmerica Legislation
"President Trump supports Senator Tammy Baldwin's legislation to create and retain manufacturing jobs in Wisconsin."
Apr 19th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinManafort Pushes Chinese Billionaire Steel, Trump Feigns Buy America Support
While Trump has promised a “Buy American, Hire American” policy, he and Speaker Ryan have repeatedly done the opposite.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinTrump’s Health Care Sabotage Threat Would Have Devastating Impact in Wisconsin
Trump threatened to stop paying insurers cost-sharing-reduction payments that reduce deductibles, co-pays, and out-of-pocket maximums for moderate income enrollees.
Apr 13th, 2017 by Citizen Action of WisconsinU.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 BaldwinPlanned Parenthood of Wisconsin Supporters Celebrate Pink Out Day
This action comes on the heels of a major health care victory, stopping the Affordable Care Act repeal bill.
Mar 29th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinWhy Trump’s Art of the Deal Failed
He knows little about health care, and Ryan had the wrong plan.
Mar 28th, 2017 by John TorinusWith Repeal Efforts on Hold for Now, Deliberate Sabotage Threatens Health Coverage
The biggest immediate threat to affordable health coverage may be deliberate sabotage by the Trump Administration.
Mar 27th, 2017 by Citizen Action of WisconsinHouse GOP Leadership Withdraws ACA Replacement Bill
In response to the decision by House Republican leadership to pull the American Health Care Act, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement
Mar 24th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Gwen MooreU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces “Buy America” Legislation
Wisconsin manufacturers and workers deserve a solid commitment from Washington on a strong Buy America standard that rewards their hard work
Mar 24th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinDefeat of Trumpcare Today, a Victory for Grassroots Opposition
"Pulling Trumpcare from consideration today marks a major legislative defeat for President Trump and Congressional Republicans..."
Mar 24th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Mark PocanOne Wisconsin Now Unveils Online Activist Calendar
Another Tool to Help People Across Wisconsin Get Out, Speak Up and Fight Back Against Right Wing Agenda of Trump, Ryan and Walker
Mar 24th, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowAs Critical House Vote Nears, GOP Pushes Substandard Health Coverage that Legalizes New Pre-Existing Condition Discrimination
Conservative proposals are a back-door way to legalize discrimination against people with pre-existing conditions
Mar 23rd, 2017 by Citizen Action of WisconsinPlanned Parenthood of Wisconsin Issues Letter to Speaker Paul Ryan
In the letter, PPWI President and CEO Tanya Atkinson underscores the important health care Planned Parenthood provides.
Mar 23rd, 2017 by Planned Parenthood of WisconsinTrumpCare Makes It Harder to Fight Opioid Epidemic
Many people in Wisconsin at risk of losing coverage for substance use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery services
Mar 23rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinNew Marquette Law School Poll finds Trump approval rating at 41 percent in Wisconsin
Voters react to health care changes, Russia, immigration, state issues
Mar 22nd, 2017 by Marquette UniversityMilwaukee Stands with Planned Parenthood
The gathering comes the day before the U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on legislation to repeal the Affordable Care Act and block Planned Parenthood from receiving Medicaid reimbursements.
Mar 22nd, 2017 by Planned Parenthood of WisconsinLawmakers fear Wisconsin impact of ACA repeal
Thousands to lose coverage, millions would face higher costs
Mar 21st, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer ShillingVoters in Speaker Ryan’s District: Protect Public Lands, Water, and Great Lakes
New Poll Shows Overwhelming Support for Protecting Public Lands
Mar 15th, 2017 by Wisconsin Conservation VotersWisconsin and Illinois Activists Brave Blizzard to Converge on House Speaker Paul Ryan’s Racine Office Demanding He Stop the Ruthless Health Care Repeal Bill
“Paul Ryan, Kill Your Bill before It Kills Us!”
Mar 14th, 2017 by Citizen Action of WisconsinPocan Statement on CBO Report That 24 Million Would Lose Coverage Under GOP Health Care Plan
"...this plan means millions of hard-working Americans will lose coverage while the wealthiest few get a massive tax cut."
Mar 13th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Mark PocanDemocratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on CBO Score of Speaker Ryan’s Health Care Bill
"Speaker Ryan's bill will make everyday Americans pay more money for fewer benefits, and leave many of his fellow Wisconsinites without any health care at all."
Mar 13th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinPaul Ryan Ending Health Care for 24,000,000
‘That’s More Than One Million People for Every Year Paul Ryan and His Family Have Enjoyed Taxpayer-Funded Health Care.’
Mar 13th, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowRyan Health Care Plan Misfires
Private companies left out of discussion, may be pushed to drop employee coverage.
Mar 9th, 2017 by John TorinusUS Rep. Moore Introduces Bill Shielding Taxpayers from Funding President Trump’s Border Wall
"...I see both a moral and fiscal imperative to shield my constituents and the programs they depend on from footing the bill for this costly proposal."
Mar 9th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Gwen MooreRepublican Congressional Delegation Owes Wisconsin Answers About TrumpCare
Who Loses Coverage? How Much Will it Cost? Who Pays?
Mar 8th, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowWhat They’re Saying About Speaker Paul Ryan and the House GOP’s Health Care Bill
Speaker Paul Ryan hasn't seen a warm reception to his conference's bill.
Mar 7th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinLess coverage, higher costs, huge tax giveaways to those at the top. This took six years?
"This is a more of the same chaos, uncertainty, and half-baked ideas from Speaker Ryan's House and the Trump administration."
Mar 7th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinHouse Republicans Propose Plan to Leave Millions Without Access to Health Care
Safety Net Health Care Coverage Undercut by Proposal to Eliminate Planned Parenthood from Medicaid Program
Mar 7th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinPaul Ryan’s Cowardly Support for Muslim Ban
‘Can We Finally Mothball the Talking Point That Paul Ryan Will Be Check on Trump?’ — One WI Now
Mar 6th, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowDemocratic Party of Wisconsin Statement On Vice President Mike Pence Visit To Janesville
"Instead of trying to rip coverage away from Americans, we should be working to strengthen the Affordable Care Act..."
Mar 3rd, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinMemo to Paul Ryan: Invite Only Photo Op ≠ Town Hall
‘What Is Paul Ryan Afraid Of?’ Asks One WI Now
Mar 3rd, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowGovernor Walker Tells House Republicans to “Go Big and Bold
The Governor is in Washington, D.C. to advocate for the people of Wisconsin as the federal government pursues reform in a number of areas.
Mar 2nd, 2017 by Gov. Scott WalkerWill Trump Act on Buy American Pledge?
Will his speech to Congress lay out a plan? Will GOP leaders get behind it?
Feb 27th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWisconsin Is Asking: Where Is Speaker Paul Ryan?
Wisconsinites have had enough of being ignored by Republican leaders
Feb 27th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinCecile Richards Rallies Planned Parenthood Supporters in Wisconsin
Over 720 rally against Speaker Ryan’s Plan to Defund Planned Parenthood
Feb 25th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinOne Wisconsin Now Calls on Gov. Scott Walker to Host Wisconsin Town Hall
After Endless Invite-Only, Lobbyist-Riddled Events, Walker Tells Electeds at CPAC ‘Do What I Say, Not What I Do’
Feb 23rd, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowWisconsin Republicans Shrug Off National Security Risk
"Just three weeks into the Trump Presidency, major national security risks have reared their head..."
Feb 15th, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinGovernor Walker Releases Statement on Scheduled Vote by U.S. House of Representatives to Overturn the Unemployment Insurance Drug Testing Rule
Governor Walker led a letter, along with three other governors, supporting H.J
Feb 14th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker6 Wisconsin Innovators On Health Care
GOP Obamacare “replacers” consulting wrong people, should talk with real problem solvers.
Feb 8th, 2017 by John TorinusThe Many Faces of Charlie Sykes
He’s spent his whole career changing his views. So which should we believe?
Feb 7th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyTrump Tariffs Will Hurt State Workers
Manufacturers like Harley will suffer, as when a steel tariff was imposed in 2002.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by John NorquistPocan Says National Right-to-Work-For-Less Law Would be Catastrophic for Workers
A recent Pew survey shows that 60% of Americans—an overwhelming majority—support unions.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Mark PocanReport Finds Wealth of Historic Buildings
New guide for redeveloping historic Milwaukee aims to foster growth.
Jan 20th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneICYMI: New Report Shows “Defunding” Planned Parenthood Would Devastate Health Care Access Across Wisconsin
Report Highlights Lack of Planned Parenthood Alternatives
Jan 19th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood of WisconsinDoctors Stand with Planned Parenthood
Nearly 50% of the counties served by Planned Parenthood have no alternative health care provider.
Jan 18th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinOne Wisconsin Now Calls for Walker, Ryan to Condemn Trump Attack on Hero John Lewis
Republicans ‘Must Immediately Condemn Loathsome Comments Made by President-Elect’
Jan 14th, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowSpeaker Paul Ryan Lies About Access to Health Care in Wisconsin
The reality is that ending funding for preventive care at Planned Parenthood would devastate essential health care access among the country’s and state’s most vulnerable populations.
Jan 13th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinRon Johnson Asleep on Russian Hacking?
He was informed of problem, did nothing, then misled public about it.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyDemocrats Must Fight Back Or Lose
Wisconsin is ground zero for Republican scorched earth tactics. How will Dems respond?
Jan 8th, 2017 by Scot RossFederal Cuts Could Hurt State Programs
Federal dollars account for 29% of state budget.
Jan 6th, 2017 by Tamarine CorneliusSpeaker Ryan Proposes to End Funding for Planned Parenthood Health Services, Leaving Millions Without Health Care
PPWI: “We’re Ready to Defend Care With All We’ve Got”
Jan 5th, 2017 by Planned Parenthood of WisconsinThe Top 10 Stories of 2016
Readers' favorites? Stories about mansions, rich people, sports stars, politicians.
Jan 4th, 2017 by Michael HorneDid Wisconsin Republicans Vote To Gut The Office Of Congressional Ethics?
The Office of Congressional Ethics is designed to ensure accountability and transparency in the U.S. Congress, and without it, members of Congress lack proper oversight.
Jan 3rd, 2017 by Democratic Party of WisconsinRep. Sensenbrenner Congratulates Paul Ryan on his Reelection as Speaker of the House
“As we begin this new Congress, I look forward to continuing to work with Speaker Ryan and my colleagues in the House to give America a bette
Jan 3rd, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Jim SensenbrennerPaul Ryan’s Cave Doesn’t Get House Out of Swamp
‘Ryan Was Either Feckless or Complicit in Attempted Dismantling of House Ethics Rules’
Jan 3rd, 2017 by One Wisconsin NowMedicaid Block Grants Could Benefit State
But only if the proposed change is handled properly.
Jan 1st, 2017 by John TorinusTop 10 Stories of 2016
Grand Ave changes, inside Paul Ryan's home, JS archive vanishes and much more.
Dec 30th, 2016 by Urban MilwaukeeWhy Ryan Opposed Buy American Plan
Baldwin plan echoed Trump’s doctrine, got killed by lobbyists for foreign companies.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by Bruce MurphySpeaker Paul Ryan Shows Loyalty Lies with Putin and the Kremlin, Not the American People
The response from Speaker Ryan shows the worst kind of partisanship.
Dec 15th, 2016 by Democratic Party of WisconsinPaul Ryan’s Patriotism At Issue?
House Republicans he oversaw used illegally hacked information from Russians.
Dec 15th, 2016 by Bruce MurphyObama Administration Protects Access to Health Care for Millions of People
While the rule provides strong protections, it could face attacks.
Dec 15th, 2016 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinWisconsin Comrades Set to Welcome Donald Trump, Whitewash Russian Attempts to Influence Elections
‘You Would Have Hoped That Patriotism Would Trump Blind Partisanship’
Dec 13th, 2016 by One Wisconsin NowWI GOP Picks Kremlin Over The Heartland
They have stood by Donald Trump and his attacks on the intelligence community
Dec 13th, 2016 by Democratic Party of WisconsinTrump Silent on Buy America Bill
Baldwin proposes that federal water bill require American products, Republicans resist, Trump says nothing.
Dec 9th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Removal of ‘Buy America’ Reform in Water Infrastructure Bill
“By removing my Buy America standard, Speaker Ryan and House Republicans are embracing the status-quo in Washington.”
Dec 5th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinWalker Has Failed to Create Jobs
State has suffered nearly six years of below-average job growth.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by James RowenHow Trump Could Change Wisconsin
Walker and Republicans expect lots of federal money for the state.
Nov 21st, 2016 by Steven WaltersTrump’s Politics of Pessimism
The data show his supporters are very pessimistic. How will he meet their needs?
Nov 16th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonRep. Sensenbrenner: It’s No Surprise Speaker Ryan Was Unanimously Selected to Serve a Second Term
“Speaker Ryan is a true conservative leader who exemplifies what it means to serve others.”
Nov 15th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Jim SensenbrennerRevenge of the Forgotten Class
Clinton and the Democrats wrote off white workers in Rust Belt states like Wisconsin.
Nov 15th, 2016 by Alec MacGillisCan Trump Govern?
Can the draft dodger, debt welcher, business bankrupter and philanderer actually lead?
Nov 14th, 2016 by John TorinusThe Incredible Decline of Democrats
GOP soared, Democrats floored, in state vote. Dem decline since 2010 is stunning.
Nov 14th, 2016 by Steven WaltersRyan Solen on the eve of the 2016 election
We have spent many months now fighting to break the status quo.
Nov 7th, 2016 by Ryan SolenRyan Solen says Paul Ryan should quit his reelection now
Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District deserves better than a Representative who will resign soon
Nov 3rd, 2016 by Ryan SolenDo Tax Cuts Lead to Economic Growth?
What the historic evidence since 1960s shows.
Nov 2nd, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonNew Marquette Law School Poll finds Clinton leading Trump by 6 percentage points in Wisconsin; Senate race is virtually tied
Among Wisconsin likely voters, 46 percent support Hillary Clinton and 40 percent support Donald Trump.
Nov 2nd, 2016 by Marquette UniversityNot running to be a political telemarketer
Paul Ryan’s Legislative Effectiveness Score is “Below Expectations.”
Nov 1st, 2016 by Ryan SolenSean Duffy Tells CNN George Soros Is Rigging Voting Machines
‘Bizarre’ rant by Trump surrogate caps off wild interview that includes conspiracy theories, fraudulent claims against Wisconsin voters.
Oct 31st, 2016 by One Wisconsin NowPaul Ryan— still ducking the voters of WI’s 1st Congressional District
In the absence of Paul Ryan, Solen chose to answer questions from Mike Daly, the audience, and viewers on Facebook Live.
Oct 30th, 2016 by Ryan SolenPaul Ryan Refuses to Debate Ryan Solen
Solen Statement on Paul Ryan Refusing to Debate
Oct 28th, 2016 by Ryan Solen9 days and still no response from Paul Ryan about debate invitation
Does he consider himself too good to even respond to Ryan Solen?
Oct 27th, 2016 by Ryan SolenThree Visions of the Future
Comparing the Trump, Clinton and Ryan tax plans and their impact on the economy.
Oct 26th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonPetri and Schultz Won’t Vote for Trump
Former Wisconsin congressman, former state senator are among long list of GOP dissenters.
Oct 26th, 2016 by Bill KaplanPaul Ryan continues to avoid debate invitation
It has been seven days since the new invitation to debate was extended.
Oct 25th, 2016 by Ryan SolenIf Paul Ryan wins reelection he will lose as Speaker, resign November 9, cause special election in Wisconsin
Solen adds that, “continuing to run for reelection knowing that resigning is likely to happen immediately after Election Day is just playing politics and is not looking out for the people you represent.”
Oct 23rd, 2016 by Ryan Solen