Press Releases

Since 1926, Americans have recognized black history annually, first as •Negro History Week' and later as Black History Month. Every February, we come together as a nation to reflect on the many contributions of African Americans in this country and t Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released the following statement in recognition of Black History… Read more »

Today's jobs report was very encouraging on a variety of fronts. With 257,000 jobs added by private businesses, this marks the 23rd consecutive month of private sector job growth. Additionally, we are seeing increases in pay and significant growth in Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released this statement following the announcement by the Department of… Read more »

I am extremely pleased to hear that Komen will continue their partnership with Planned Parenthood. The services provided by Planned Parenthood are so critical to women and families – particularly those who are low-income. Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released this statement following the announcement by the Susan G. Komen for the Cure that it will… Read more »

More than thirty years since the first cases of AIDS were reported, HIV continues to devastate the United States. Sadly, the African American community bears the brunt of the HIV/AIDS epidemic - with blacks representing only 12 percent of the population Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (W-4) released this statement acknowledging National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness… Read more »

Today's announcement reaffirms President Obama and his administration's commitment to ensuring women are able to access birth control as part of their overall health care. I believe this decision is sensitive to the concerns of religious institut Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released the following statement on the Obama administration’s… Read more »

It was so wonderful to have President Obama come to Milwaukee to highlight the great investments that Master Lock has made in our city. It is my hope that Master Lock will be a model for other companies here in my district and across this country on the Milwaukee, WI – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) accompanied President Barack Obama on Air Force One to Milwaukee and on a… Read more »

While I have some reservations about this legislation, I believe the passing of this of this bill is a positive step in the right direction and a great victory for the American people. Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released the following statement following the passage of the Temporary Payroll tax Cut Continuation Act. The legislation passed by a vote of 293-132.… Read more »

On Saturday, February 25, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) along with Senators Herb Kohl and Ron Johnson will host Academy Day 2012. This event will allow prospective service academy students the opportunity to speak with cadets and midshipmen. Read more »

This is good news. A sharp drop in unemployment and a year of consecutive private-sector job growth shows that the Democratic policies set by Congress and the President are working. But make no mistake: we have a long way to go. Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) made the following statement after it was reported that the economy added 103,000… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) sent a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder seeking to ensure that funds from the recent foreclosure and mortgage-servicing settlement would in fact be used to assist troubled homeowners and not for other means. Read more »