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Congresswoman Gwen Moore Recognizes Denim Day, Supports Survivors of Sexual Violence

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Recognizes Denim Day, Supports Survivors of Sexual Violence

Originating from a 1990s Italian Supreme Court case in which a victim’s “tight jeans” were used as grounds for her rapist’s conviction reversal, Denim Day seeks to end victim blaming and protests harmful narratives directed toward victims of assault. Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Senator Tammy Baldwin, and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell introduced a bicameral resolution recognizing Denim Day. Congresswoman Moore released the following statement:

“As Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to a close, I am proud to recognize Denim Day - a powerful reminder of the need to change harmful myths around sexual violence.

Too often, victims of sexual violence are unjustly judged on their clothing choices and faulted for their trauma. Denim Day stands as a visible act of solidarity as we wear denim to raise awareness for sexual violence, reject victim blaming, and recognize that sexual assault is always the fault of the perpetrator and never the victim” said Congresswoman Moore.

“Too many survivors of sexual violence are forced to carry the weight of what happened to them alone. I'm proud to introduce this resolution honoring Denim Day as we stand in solidarity with and support of survivors, raise awareness, and work together to prevent sexual violence and protect more Americans,” said Senator Baldwin.

"For far too long we have allowed a culture that looks at what a woman is wearing instead of the person who committed the crime. It is simply not okay,” said Congresswoman Dingell. "I am proud to lead this resolution alongside Congresswoman Moore and Senator Baldwin to recognize Denim Day and stand with survivors to say clearly that clothing is never an invitation. We must stop victim-blaming, always listen to survivors, and continue working together to end the stigma that has enabled sexual assault against women and children across the world.”

"Sexual Assault is in the headlines every day. Rape Crisis Centers are responding to the needs of survivors 24/7 but more must be done to address and end sexual assault. Denim Day provides an important reminder that survivors deserve support not blame. Sexual Assault Awareness Month is a focused time for our leaders to recommit to investing in solutions and modeling respectful behavior and accountability. We can collectively do better," said Terri Poore, Policy Director, National Alliance to End Sexual Violence.

Denim Day began as a response to injustice, and for more than 25 years it has grown into a global movement challenging the harmful myths that perpetuate sexual violence. We are deeply encouraged to see members of Congress recognize Denim Day and stand with survivors. This resolution reaffirms Denim Day’s original powerful message: there is never an excuse and never an invitation for sexual violence in any form - and supporting survivors must remain a national priority,” said Patti Giggans, Executive Director/CEO of Peace Over Violence and Founder of Denim Day.

Moore, Shaheen, Murkowski, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Underwood, and Adams Introduce Protect Moms from Domestic Violence Act

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Moore, Shaheen, Murkowski, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Underwood, and Adams Introduce Protect Moms from Domestic Violence Act

This April, during Sexual Violence Awareness Month, Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI-04), Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06), Lauren Underwood (D-IL-14), and Alma Adams, PhD (D-NC-12) introduced the Protect Moms from Domestic Violence Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation supports research to understand how intimate partner violence (IPV) affects maternal mortality and provide policy proposals to help save lives. The bill also would fund $15 million in grants to programs that improve maternal and child health outcomes of survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

“Intimate partner violence is a pervasive issue affecting millions of women each year and can be especially dangerous and deadly for pregnant women. Despite this, there is a lack of research to fully understand its impacts on the health and well-being of postpartum mothers. Our legislation aims to close this research gap and support effective interventions that serve impacted mothers and their children," said Rep. Gwen Moore (WI-04).

“Maternal health cannot be separated from a mother’s safety. Pregnancy and postpartum recovery should be defined by care and support, not fear and danger. Intimate partner violence is a direct threat to maternal health and child well-being, and protecting mothers means confronting that threat with the urgency and action survivors deserve. In working with our PA-1 survivor advocates and organizations, we’ve identified the need for a more connected response—one that recognizes maternal health, child well-being, and survivor safety as inseparable. This bipartisan legislation reflects that work and our shared commitment to standing with survivors, protecting families, and helping save lives,” said Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1).

“It’s unacceptable that research linking maternal and child health outcomes to the physical and mental trauma of intimate partner violence is still lacking despite the alarming prevalence of sexual assault among pregnant women and the danger posed to mom and baby alike,” said Senator Shaheen (NH). “I’m so glad that Senator Murkowski has joined me in this important bipartisan effort to help us better understand the impacts of intimate partner violence on pregnant women so that we can better support survivors and protect the health and the safety of their children.”

“I am a survivor of intimate partner violence; this issue is very important to me,” Rep. Adams, Co-Founder of the Black Maternal Health Caucus (NC-12). “I am proud to work with my fellow members of Congress to address maternal mortality and pursue a greater understanding of what being a domestic violence survivor means for pregnant women and their children. These women deserve our support.”

Endorsing organizations: Futures Without Violence, National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma, and Mental Health, American Medical Women’s Association, The National Domestic Violence Hotline, Legal Momentum, National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), YWCA USA, National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC), National Alliance to End Sexual Violence (NAESV)), National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, Jewish Women International, Restoration Diversion Services, Ser Familia, Inc, Utah Department of Health, Academy on Violence and Abuse (AVA), Seattle Indian Health Board, Living Springs Counseling, YCC Family Crisis Center, Agape Doulas LLC, Michigan State University, Contra Costa Regional Medical Senter, Institute of Women and Ethnic Studies (IWES), The Retreat, Inc, Center for Community Solutions, Greater Boston Legal Services, Sierra Community House, Just Solutions, Esperanza United, Kansas Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence, Melinated Moms, ROCA Inc.

Read more on the Protect Moms from Domestic Violence Act here.

Read quotes of support from endorsing organizations here.

Representative Gwen Moore Applauds House Passage of Her Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Representative Gwen Moore Applauds House Passage of Her Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act

Today, during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the House voted overwhelmingly to pass Rep. Moore’s Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act. This legislation, co-led with Rep. Lloyd Smucker, will amend the nation’s tax code to ensure survivors of sexual abuse and unwanted and illegal sexual contact do not have to pay taxes on settlement income when they prevail legally against their abuser.

“I am beyond thrilled that the House passed the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act. As we recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month, it is a timely moment to advance this legislation. I thank Rep. Smucker for his partnership on this bipartisan bill. This marks a major step toward securing tax parity for survivors of abuse,” said Rep. Gwen Moore (WI-04).

“Thank you to my House colleagues for supporting this commonsense bill that ensures survivors of sexual assault receive justice—not a tax bill from the IRS,” said Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11). “I am proud to have worked with Rep. Moore to provide survivors the justice, dignity, and support they deserve. Physical injury doesn’t always reflect the unimaginable trauma survivors endure, and it shouldn’t be required for them to receive the compensation they deserve. I urge my Senate colleagues to take up this meaningful measure and stand with survivors.”

Under current law, damages awarded for personal physical injuries or physical sickness are excluded from gross income for federal tax purposes. However, to qualify for this exemption, the IRS requires evidence of a “physical injury,” interpreting the law as requiring visible harm –such as bruising, cuts, or bleeding. This “observable harm” standard can be especially difficult and unjust in cases of sexual assault or sexual contact, where such physical injuries may not be visible or may have already healed.

Representatives Moore and Smucker’s legislation makes a targeted change to fix the disparity in current law by aligning the IRS tax exemption with the federal criminal code’s definitions of sexual act and sexual contact. This would extend tax-free treatment to survivors of sexual assault and unwanted sexual contact without requiring them to demonstrate visible physical injuries.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement Following Visit to See Salah Sarsour

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement Following Visit to See Salah Sarsour

“I traveled to Clay County, Indiana, to meet Salah and conduct a wellness check. I had previously met with his family, and they were concerned about his wellbeing. When I saw him, he shared that he was very concerned about his mother, as he is her primary caregiver. Despite this, he was in good spirits. Without any prompting, ICE and law enforcement officials shared that he was a very cooperative and pleasant person. Even in his situation, he was concerned about other detainees and was providing commissary snacks to others who didn’t have money.

I shared the U.S. Constitution with him as a reminder that every person is entitled to rights in our country. I believe he was targeted because of his advocacy for Palestinians and his prominence in the Muslim community. I let him know that many community members support him. I shared a letter addressed to Governor Evers and Senator Baldwin, signed by more than 200 Jewish Wisconsinites, expressing their support for Salah Sarsour.

I advocated for Salah’s health needs, sharing a checklist that was created by his doctor. It is my hope that he can be released following his hearing, and I will continue advocating for his release.

ICYMI, you can watch Congresswoman Moore’s press call on her visit here.

Moore and Sánchez Lead in Raising Alarm on Department of Treasury Effort to Wrongly Target Immigrants and Overstep Congress

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Moore and Sánchez Lead in Raising Alarm on Department of Treasury Effort to Wrongly Target Immigrants and Overstep Congress

Ways and Means Committee Members Reps. Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Linda Sánchez (CA-38) led a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent following news that the Treasury Department plans to weaponize tax credits to target immigrants and undermine Congress by designating refundable portions of certain tax credits as public benefits under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA).

PRWORA’s limitations on eligibility for public benefits restricts which noncitizens can access public benefits but does not apply to tax credits including the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC), and the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC). Treasury’s unprecedented move to expand the reach of that law for the first time to apply to certain refundable tax credits would deprive children and families of critical benefits they are otherwise eligible for and defies congressional intent.

In their letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the Members reaffirmed Congress’ authority to write laws, noting: “We are alarmed that the Department of Treasury (Treasury) is planning to usurp Congressional authority and issue regulations that contradict clearly defined statutes in the Internal Revenue.

The rules regarding the eligibility criteria for these credits are clearly defined by Congress in the IRC. Congress has modified these credits since PRWORA was enacted (most recently in Public Law 119-21 (2025)) but has never made the changes that Treasury is now proposing.

As such, Congress clearly did not intend to import PRWORA’s limits on eligibility for federal public benefits to noncitizens into these credits. Treasury’s announcement suggesting they will seek to reclassify the refundable amount of these credits as a “federal public benefit” would clearly differ from and contradict what Congress has specified in law.”

The Members continued: “Treasury must not abuse its discretion to write regulations implementing the IRC by overwriting the requirements clearly outlined in law.”

Read the full letter here.

Signers: Representatives Danny K. Davis, Terri A. Sewell, Suzan K. DelBene, Judy Chu, Don S. Beyer Jr, Jimmy Gomez, and Tom R. Suozzi.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Trump Threats to the Iranian Population

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Trump Threats to the Iranian Population

“Congress must rein in President Trump. Now is the time for Republicans to join Democrats in ending his madness.

He is unfit to serve as President. He must be removed from office through any possible avenue.”

Why I Believe the Senate Must Reject the SAVE America Act

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Why I Believe the Senate Must Reject the SAVE America Act

The Nation

Polling consistently shows that Americans’ top concern is the cost of living, especially housing and healthcare. The president has made life more expensive by embroiling the United States in an unjustified war with Iran, driving gas prices even higher. A reasonable voter may conclude that Republicans in Congress, who control the House and Senate and are facing abysmal polling, would be focused on ending the war and helping lower costs for Americans.

Those voters would be wrong.

Instead, Republicans are singularly obsessed with disenfranchising millions of voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.

How obsessed? Trump’s recent executive order aims to change mail-ballot laws and would establish a list of voters in each state he deems “eligible.” He, along with congressional Republicans, are desperate to undermine free and fair elections and control who can vote. Trump’s allies in Congress frame the so-called SAVE America Act as an “election integrity” bill that simply requires an ID to vote. That is wildly deceptive because their bill is, in fact, a full-frontal assault on the fundamental right of Americans to cast a ballot in future elections, including the 2026 midterms.

Americans could not use a driver’s license, or even a REAL ID driver’s license. Instead, they would need a passport or a birth certificate to register to vote, and the name must match on each document. This would put millions of married women at risk of losing their right to vote. US service members could not use a military ID to register to vote, nor could Native Americans use a tribe-issued ID.

Millions of Americans don’t have access to their birth certificates or passports. Half of Americans don’t own a passport, and it costs, on average, $130 to obtain one, meaning this legislation is little more than a Jim Crow–style “poll tax” for millions of low-income Americans. This would come as working people struggle to pay for food, gas, housing, and childcare because of Trump’s failed economic policies and unnecessary wars.

The SAVE Act also overrides state election law, such as Wisconsin’s, which allows voters to register to vote same-day, online, or by mail, a policy that is especially helpful to voters with disabilities and rural voters. It grants unprecedented power to an executive branch that has peddled voter fraud conspiracies, tried to blackmail states for election data, and relitigated Trump’s 2020 election loss through efforts like FBI raids in Georgia and Arizona.

Specifically, this legislation would force state governments to hand over their voter files to the secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, a dubious proposition under the US Constitution.

The architect of this legislation, Representative Bryan Steil, who represents my birthplace of Racine, Wisconsin, would be disenfranchising his constituents, and millions of other Americans.

Despite Republican claims, actual cases of vote fraud are extremely rare, according to numerous studies. For example, the conservative Heritage Foundation did a comprehensive study tracking voter fraud going back 25 years and found actual instances of fraudulent votes to be .0000845 percent, which is 36 instances of fraudulent votes out of 42,626, 379 ballots cast.

The so-called SAVE America Act is nothing short of Jim Crow 2026. Don’t believe me—take the word of Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, who was recently caught on a hot mic giddily remarking that the SAVE Act would disenfranchise up to 18 percent of the electorate in 2026.The Election Administration and Voting Survey 2022 Comprehensive Report says that approximately 112 million votes were cast in that midterm election. If you do simple math, you can see that Republicans estimate that the SAVE America Act would disenfranchise more than 20 million Americans!

Don’t believe Republicans when they tell you the SAVE America Act is just a voter-ID bill. It is something far more insidious and uglier. Free and fair elections and equal access to the ballot box are the cornerstones of our democracy, which is why I voted against both versions in the House and believe that all Americans should oppose this legislation.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Calls for Immediate Release of Milwaukee Community Leader Salah Sarsour

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Calls for Immediate Release of Milwaukee Community Leader Salah Sarsour

Milwaukee, WI — Congresswoman Gwen Moore is calling on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to immediately release Salah Sarsour, President of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, following his recent detention.

“This is completely unacceptable. Salah Sarsour is a respected leader in the Milwaukee community, and his detention raises serious concerns about the continued targeting of lawful residents based on the color of their skin or their political beliefs.

We cannot allow federal agencies like U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to operate in a discriminatory and politically motivated manner, which is why I will keep opposing funding for DHS that allows them to continue to kidnap people and inflict abuse in our communities.

I will do everything in my power to bring Salah Sarsour home to his family and community.”

House Republicans Would Rather Play Political Games than Fund Our Government

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

House Republicans Would Rather Play Political Games than Fund Our Government

“The Senate passed legislation unanimously to fund the TSA, Coast Guard, Secret Service, and FEMA.

This bipartisan legislation would give Congress more time to negotiate ICE and CBP reforms without denying critical services funding and workers’ paychecks. But instead of bringing that legislation to the House Floor, Speaker Johnson would rather obstruct and deny workers their paychecks. As Members of Congress, we are elected to work together to solve our most pressing issues.

I am calling on House Republicans to govern and take up the Senate’s unanimous legislation.”

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Celebrates Committee Passage of Her Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Celebrates Committee Passage of Her Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act

Today, the Ways and Means Committee marked up several bills, including Representatives Moore and Smucker’s legislation, the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act (H.R. 2347). This legislation would amend the federal tax code to ensure survivors of sexual abuse and unwanted sexual contact do not have to pay taxes on settlement income when they prevail legally against their abuser.

Under current law and practice of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), payments for damages awarded on account of personal physical injuries or physical sickness are exempt from gross income for federal income tax purposes. For purposes of establishing a “physical injury,” the IRS has required that survivors show physical manifestations such as bruising, cuts, or bleeding for the settlement to qualify for tax-free treatment. Providing evidence of observable harm can be especially difficult and unfair to prove in circumstances of sexual acts or sexual contact, not least because these physical injuries may not be visible or have healed.

“Every time a survivor comes forward it takes extraordinary courage in the face of personal risk, scrutiny, and cost. Sexual abuse survivors shouldn’t be saddled with a tax bill or have to fight the IRS to qualify for a tax exemption. Our bipartisan legislation secures a critical fix in our tax code. I am so thrilled that the Ways and Means Committee passed this legislation, bringing us closer to obtaining parity to these survivors,” said Rep. Moore.

Several organizations supported the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act, including:

“The AASC is thrilled to have major progress on HR 2347. We know we still have much work ahead of us to get this bill over the finish line,” said AASC President Brian Schachter. “We are thankful to the bill co-sponsors, Congressman Lloyd Smucker and Congresswoman Gwen Moore for their leadership on this critical issue as well as Chairman Jason Smith for making the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act a top priority.”

“This is another positive development towards making the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act the law of the land,” said Louis Masry, Immediate Past President and AASC Co-Founder. “When passed, HR 2347 will benefit injured persons across the country. This has been the primary legislative goal of the AASC since its inception, and we are motivated by this momentum.”

“Sexual assault upends a person’s life in profound and enduring ways, yet survivors continue to face significant barriers when seeking justice. This bill directly addresses one of those barriers by affirming that the trauma a survivor endured is no less real simply because it may not leave a visible injury. We applaud the effort to close the gap in the tax code and to give sexual assault survivors the clarity and peace of mind they need to heal and move forward,” said Amanda Walsh and the Victim Rights Law Center.

“Legal Momentum, The Women’s Legal Defense and Education Fund, strongly endorses the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act, because no survivor of sexual abuse should face a second injustice from the tax code after enduring profound trauma. It is unacceptable that survivors are taxed on settlement awards, funds intended to acknowledge harm and support recovery.”

“The Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act is a common-sense reform that would help ensure healing does not come with a financial penalty. By ensuring that settlement awards are not taxed, this legislation affirms that our systems support, not further harm, the brave survivors who come forward.”

“The Athlete Survivors’ Assist, or The Assist—an athlete survivor-led organization working to prevent abuse and strengthen systems of accountability within sports - strongly supports the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act, which ensures survivors of sexual abuse are not taxed on the justice they rightfully receive, said Julie Ann Rivers -Cochran, MSW, Executive Director. Survivors should not face a second burden from the tax code after enduring trauma—this commonsense, bipartisan fix removes an unfair barrier to healing and recovery. We urge swift passage of this important legislation.”

Read YWCA USA, Taxpayers Protection Alliance, the Athlete Survivors’ Assist, Futures Without Violence, and the American Association of Settlement Consultants letters of support for the Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Invites Constituents to “Congressional Café” in Glendale

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Invites Constituents to “Congressional Café” in Glendale

District Listening Session in Milwaukee Saturday, March 22, 2025 Milwaukee, WI –

On Saturday, March 15, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) will join constituents in a discussion about important federal legislative issues, events in Congress and constituent concerns. “The Congressional Café will engage even more of my constituents about legislative issues that are important to them.” For more information about this event, please call the Milwaukee office at 414-297-1140

WHO: Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04)
Mayor Bryan Kennedy
State Senator Dora Drake
State Representative Deb Andraca
State Representative Darrin Madison

WHAT: Congressional Cafe

WHEN: Saturday March 22nd, 2025
10:00 am - 11:30 am

WHERE: Nicolet Union High School Auditorium

6701 N Jean Nicolet Rd

Glendale, WI 53217

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Invites Constituents to “Congressional Café” in Milwaukee

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Invites Constituents to “Congressional Café” in Milwaukee

District Listening Session in Milwaukee Saturday, March 15, 2025 Milwaukee, WI –

On Saturday, March 15, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) will join constituents in a discussion about important federal legislative issues, events in Congress and constituent concerns. “The Congressional Café will engage even more of my constituents about legislative issues that are important to them.” For more information about this event, please call the Milwaukee office at 414-297-1140.

WHO: Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde Alderman Mark Chambers

WHAT: Congressional Café

WHEN: Saturday, March 15, 2025 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

WHERE: Marshall High School (Auditorium) 4141 N 64th St Milwaukee, WI 53216

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Invites Constituents to “Congressional Café” in West Allis

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Invites Constituents to “Congressional Café” in West Allis

District Listening Session in Milwaukee Saturday, March 15, 2025 Milwaukee, WI

On Saturday, March 15, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) will join constituents in a discussion about important federal legislative issues, events in Congress and constituent concerns. “The Congressional Café will engage even more of my constituents about legislative issues that are important to them.”

For more information about this event, please call the Milwaukee office at 414-297-1140.

WHO: Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) Mayor Dan Devine (invited) State Senator Tim Carpenter State Representative Karen Kirsch State Representative Angelito Tenorio

WHAT: Congressional Café

WHEN: Saturday, March 15, 2025 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

WHERE: West Allis Public Library (Constitution Room) 7421 W National Ave West Allis, WI 5321