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    Van Orden, Hoyle Introduce the Airport Ramp Worker Safety Act to Help Protect Workers on the Job

    Congressman Derrick Van Orden and Congresswoman Val Hoyle have introduced the Airport Ramp Worker Safety Act in an effort to improve the safety and protection of airport ground crew workers. The act aims to develop proper training and safety standards to prevent accidents and fatalities among airport ground crew workers, particularly focusing on dangers like aircraft engine ingestion and jet blast hazards.In a statement, Rep. Van Orden highlighted the importance of the bill for smaller airports, stating, “Small, rural airports like those in Wisconsin’s Third District may...

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    Van Orden Statement on Biden’s State of the Union Address

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) has expressed strong criticism following President Biden's State of the Union address. Van Orden stated, "President Biden’s State of the Union address tonight highlighted how out of touch he is with the reality facing Americans. Under this administration, we have seen record-breaking gas prices, a historic border crisis, 40-year high inflation rates, and a weakened national security. No matter how the president attempts to spin it, the truth is that Americans are worse off because of his policies."Van Orden further...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden, Pappas Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Increase U.S. Reserve and National Guard Military Leave

    Congressman Derrick Van Orden and Congressman Chris Pappas have introduced bipartisan legislation in Washington, D.C. to increase the rate of leave for members of the Reserve and National Guard. The Reserve and National Guard Military Leave Enhancement Act aims to establish leave parity between National Guardsmen, Reservists, and Active Duty members by doubling the leave time from 15 days to 30 days.Van Orden emphasized, "Just like Active Duty, Reservists and National Guardsmen commit themselves to defending our nation. By increasing their rate of leave to match what is...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden, Tiffany Introduce Legislation to Grant State and Local Governments Autonomy in Federal Refugee Resettlement Decisions

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Derrick Van Orden and Tom Tiffany have put forth the Community Assent for Refugee Entry Act (CARE) Act, a measure designed to give state and local governments the power to refuse federal refugee resettlements. The bill, co-sponsored by Andy Ogles and Lance Gooden, aims to enable states and localities to reject refugee resettlements by taking formal legislative or executive action.“The lack of transparency between federal agencies and local governments regarding refugee resettlement must stop,” expressed Congressman Van Orden. He...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden Expresses Frustration Over Government Funding Measure

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) expressed frustration over the recent government funding measure in a statement released today. Van Orden, who voted to pass H.R. 7463 - Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, highlighted his concerns about the current state of affairs in Washington."While I voted to keep the government open for the well-being of our servicemembers, veterans, and farmers, I remain frustrated with the dysfunction in Washington," Van Orden stated. "These last-minute shenanigans are exactly why Americans hate...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden Introduces the Ensuring Military Access to Higher Education Benefits Act

    Representatives Derrick Van Orden, Don Davis, Scott Peters, and Elise Stefanik have introduced the Ensuring Military Access to Higher Education Benefits Act of 2024, aimed at simplifying the process for military servicemembers to have their student loans forgiven through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.Congressman Van Orden emphasized the importance of supporting servicemembers, stating, “Those who answered the call to serve have made great sacrifices for our nation... The Ensuring Military Access to Higher Education Benefits Act does right by our...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden Introduces the MGIB-SR Tuition Fairness Act

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin, alongside Congressman Morgan McGarvey of Kentucky, has introduced the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserves (MGIB-SR) Tuition Fairness Act. This legislation aims to improve educational opportunities for veterans by requiring public higher education institutions to charge in-state tuition rates for veterans using MGIB-SR.Congressman Van Orden, Chairman of the Economic Opportunity Subcommittee, stated, "One of my top priorities is increasing educational access and career opportunities for veterans. The MGIB-SR...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden Votes to Impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas

    Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) has voted to impeach U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing the ongoing border crisis as the primary reason for his decision. Van Orden expressed his concerns about the safety and security of the United States, accusing Mayorkas and the Biden administration of disregarding the rule of law.In a statement, Van Orden asserted, "We are experiencing the worst border crisis in history under President Biden and Secretary Mayorkas. The disregard for the safety and security of the United States, as well as...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden Speaks on the House Floor in Support of Providing Emergency Supplemental Funds for Israel

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) delivered a powerful speech on the House Floor today in support of H.R. 7217, a bill aimed at providing emergency supplemental funds for Israel. The funding is a response to the horrific attacks carried out by Hamas on October 7th, 2024.Van Orden began his remarks by expressing his agreement with a colleague, acknowledging the connection between the recent attacks and what he described as "the incredible amount of strategic weakness the Biden administration has shown." He drew a parallel between the actions of Putin...

  • Local Government

    Van Orden Urges Governor Evers to Join His Request for State, Federal Resources Following Recent Hospital Closures in Western Wisconsin

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Derrick Van Orden has called on Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers to take immediate action in response to the recent closures of hospitals and medical facilities in Wisconsin's Third Congressional District. In a letter addressed to Governor Evers, Van Orden emphasized the urgent need for state and federal resources to provide medical care alternatives for the affected communities.The closures of the Hospital Sisters Health System's Sacred Heart and St. Joseph's hospitals in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls, as well as Prevea Health's facilities in...

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