Washington, DC – Today, the House Committee on Education and Labor passed child nutrition reauthorization legislation that includes key provisions of a bill introduced by Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) to help hungry children get nutritious breakfast.Congresswoman Moore said, “The facts are clear – hungry kids have trouble learning. A good breakfast helps… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) called on the U.S. Senate to take immediate action on legislation that would extend much-needed unemployment benefits and create jobs.Congresswoman Moore said, “The House has passed sweeping jobs bills and long-term extensions of unemployment benefits – that give some support to those searching for work… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) made the following statement after the Export-Import Bank voted to provide loan guarantees that save jobs in Milwaukee and could allow Bucyrus to manufacture equipment for a coal plant in India:“We know that there is no better equipment than what we can make here – that’s why our workers got the… Read more »
Today, U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) responded to State Senator Plale and State Representative Sinicki’s letter they sent her yesterday regarding identifying sources of funding to help repair and maintain the Hoan Bridge. In her letter, Moore identified a grant program as well as additional Federal resources that could help finance repairs.The full text of… Read more »
Congresswoman Also Voted to Change Direction in AfghanistanWashington, DC – Late last night the U.S. House of Representatives passed emergency funding legislation that included domestic priorities championed by U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee); however, it did not include an amendment supported by Moore that would have added more funding to create jobs. The amendment… Read more »
Washington, DC – U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) today made the following statement after the House voted 270 to 153 to extend unemployment insurance through November:“While we have seen some signs that our economy is starting to recover, far too many people are still unemployed. Our commitment to them shouldn’t end until this recession does.“And… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) made the following statement after speaking with Fred Hochberg, President of the Export-Import Bank on its decision that could save jobs in Milwaukee and could allow Bucyrus to manufacture equipment for a coal plant in India:“I’m hopeful that Bucyrus will be able to complete this work. I wrote the… Read more »
Washington, DC – U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) today introduced legislation that would help unemployed people feed their families.While some signs of economic recovery have been seen in Wisconsin and throughout the nation, many people still have difficulty finding work. This is especially true for those who have been unemployed for many months. Many of… Read more »
Washington, DC – U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee), member of the House Financial Services Committee that crafted the bill, today voted for the final version of Wall Street reform legislation that will strengthen consumer protection, hold Wall Street accountable and make sure that big banks – not taxpayers – pay for their mistakes.Congresswoman Moore said,… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) voted for the DISCLOSE Act, legislation that requires corporations that finance campaign advertisements to actually disclose that they are paying for it.Congresswoman Moore said, “People have a right to know who is spending money to influence elections. If BP, or any other company, spends money on a… Read more »
