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Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on H.R. 82 “I strongly support Social Security. Its benefits are a lifeline for millions of Americans and helps support them in their retirement. The Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) were created to ensure equity in the treatment of workers covered by Social Security and those with government pensions not covered by Social ... Read More »

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on H.R. 9495 “No one detained or held hostage abroad should come home to face a tax penalty or fine, potentially amounting to thousands of dollars, because they are unable to make tax payments during such a terrible ordeal. Or worry about tax deadlines. That’s the last thing these Americans should have to worry about. While the IRS has the power to provide tax re... Read More »

At Press Conference, Congresswoman Gwen Moore and Sister MacCanon Brown Celebrate FY 2024 Earmark Funding to Support Expansion of Critical Services Congresswoman Gwen Moore selected MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary Inc.’s project to receive $500,000 in community project funding (aka earmark) to support a stair tower for a repurposed facility at 2461 W. Center St. dedicated to serving severely dis... Read More »

Moore, Smucker Introduce Bipartisan Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Lloyd Smucker (PA-11), both members of the Ways and Means Committee, are jointly introducing the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act (H.R. 10055). This legislation will amend the nation’s tax code to ensure survivors of sexual abuse and unwanted and illegal sexual contact do not have to p... Read More »

Moore, Dingell Re-Introduce Resolution Recognizing Intersection Between Misogyny, Gun Violence and Violence Against Women On Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Taskforce Co-Chairs Rep. Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-06) are re-introducing a resolution recognizing the intersection of gun violence, misogyny, and violence against women. “Intimate partner violence and... Read More »

Congresswomen Gwen Moore Applauds Biden-Harris Administration Continuing Work to Address Lead as a Public Health Hazard Today, President Biden visited Milwaukee touting $2.6 billion in bipartisan infrastructure law (BIL) funds to address water infrastructure needs, including the removal of lead pipes. This year alone, Milwaukee received $30 million in federal funds to replace 3,400 lead service li... Read More »

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on the Anniversary of October 7, 2023 “Today, we remember the horrific violence of October 7th, where more than 1,200 Israelis were brutally killed, and hundreds were kidnapped and taken hostage by Hamas, including American citizens. I stand with families and communities mourning and feeling the pain of loss as well as those still under threat today throughout th... Read More »

Moore, Cárdenas, Trone, and Senator Whitehouse Introduce Resolution Designating October 2024 National Youth Justice Action Month WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04), Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29), and Congressman David Trone (MD-06) resolution designating October 2024 as National Youth Justice Action Month. The resolution sheds light on the collateral consequences yo... Read More »

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Prevent Government Shutdown “Instead of working with Democrats to advance bipartisan fiscal year (FY) 2025 funding legislation, MAGA Republicans pulled political stunts and advanced extreme bills, which has only wasted time and caused chaos. That is not governance. Unlike House Republicans’ extreme full FY 2025 proposals, this bipartisan continuing resolution (CR)... Read More »

Moore, Murray, and Dingell Introduce the SAFE for Survivors Act to Provide Economic Security for Domestic Violence Survivors The Security and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) for Survivors Act of 2024 addresses economic barriers faced by survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, ensures 40 days of leave for victims—10 of which must be paid Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D... Read More »

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Supports Passage of Critical Child Welfare Legislative Package Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore voted in support of H.R. 9076, bipartisan legislation reauthorizing federal funding for child welfare related services and programs, which aim to reduce barriers to help children in foster care return home, prevent abuse and neglect, and help stabilize families. The bill also inc... Read More »

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes Against Ill-Advised Funding Legislation, Condemns Republicans’ Political Games “Today, I am voting against this partisan continuing resolution because it is a deeply flawed and cynical attempt to hold the country hostage so Republicans can implement their extreme Project 2025 agenda. Just like last year, House Republicans have squandered an entire year, forcing Congr... Read More »

ICYMI: Congresswoman Gwen Moore Joins Democratic Women’s Caucus in Honoring the 30th Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act **Watch Rep. Gwen Moore’s remarks here** **Watch the full press call here** WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Thursday, September 12, 2024, Congresswoman Gwen Moore joined the Democratic Women’s Caucus in honoring the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) via a... Read More »

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Funding to Promote Safe Roads and Address Reckless Driving The City of Milwaukee will receive $25 million in federal funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation for street safety improvement measures along two miles of Center Street. These enhancements will include upgraded bike lanes, improved pedestrian crossings, and traffic-calming measures designed to re... Read More »

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Not Attending Prime Minister Netanyahu Address to Congress “I continue to stand with the people of Israel, which is why I strongly support the ongoing efforts of President Biden and his Administration to support them and innocent Palestinians by working to reach a ceasefire deal that will ensure the remaining hostages are released, end current fighting and sup... Read More »