Van Orden, Wisconsin Delegation Applaud CMS Rule Securing Historic Healthcare Funding for Wisconsin Families

Secured $1 billion in additional federal Medicaid funding for Wisconsin through CMS reimbursement formula changes.

“We're going to make sure the Badger State is taken care of and that the funding that's required to improve rural healthcare is at the level that it should be at”

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Van Orden Secures CMS Approval Protecting Wisconsin Hospitals and Medicaid Funding

Secured CMS approval protecting Wisconsin hospital provider tax and Medicaid funding.

“act swiftly to sign the budget and secure the provider tax increase in time to meet this critical federal deadline.”

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Van Orden Introduces Two Bills to Strengthen VA Security and Support Retired Federal Working Dogs

Introduced two bills to strengthen VA facility security and support retired federal working dogs.

“Our veterans have earned the very best care and support our nation can provide. That starts with ensuring the facilities they rely on are secure, and that the hardworking VA police officers have the tools necessary to protect them”

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Van Orden Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on Birthright Citizenship

Criticized Supreme Court ruling upholding birthright citizenship, urged Congress to act.

“The Fourteenth Amendment was enacted in the aftermath of Dred Scott to guarantee citizenship for freed slaves, not to establish automatic citizenship for individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States or only temporarily here.”

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Van Orden Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Uphold Integrity in Women’s Sports

Praised Supreme Court ruling upholding states' authority to ban males from female sports.

“Today’s Supreme Court ruling is a landmark victory for women and female athletes. The Court rightly recognized that states have authority to set clear standards that preserve women’s sports for female athletes.”

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Van Orden Joins President Trump for Signing of Secure America Act

Joined President Trump signing the Secure America Act providing full DHS funding.

“I will always back the men and women in law enforcement who work tirelessly to keep this nation safe. The Secure America Act ensures they have the resources they need to do their jobs and keep Americans safe.”

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ICYMI: Van Orden Joins President Trump for Historic Coal Announcement, $19 MILLION to Modernize Wisconsin Coal

Announced $700 million federal investment in coal industry supporting 14,000 jobs and reducing electricity costs.

“President Trump is proving once again that America doesn't have to choose between economic growth and energy security”

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Van Orden: The Commander-in-Chief Must Retain the Ability to Act Decisively

Opposed House War Powers Resolution limiting presidential authority to act against Iran.

“This was a foolish, politically driven vote that would restrict the Commander-in-Chief’s ability, regardless of their political party, to exercise their Constitutionally enumerated authority as explicitly stated in Article II, Sec II. The Constitution designates the President as Commander-in-Chief for a reason.”

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Van Orden Warns Iranian Mullahs: “Window Of Opportunity Is Rapidly Closing”

Warned Iranian leadership that their window for negotiations is closing amid nuclear talks.

“How many thousands of American families were grieving over a tombstone yesterday because of the Iranians? This regime must never have a nuclear weapon.”

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Van Orden Praises Workforce Pell Grant Rule as Win for Wisconsin Workers

Praised Department of Education's Workforce Pell Grant rule allowing eight-week training programs.

“Wisconsin is built on skilled, hardworking people who keep our communities running”

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Van Orden, Neguse Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Mental Health Access for Farmers

Introduced bipartisan bill to expand mental health and addiction services for farmers and ranchers.

“Wisconsin’s farmers and ranchers are the backbone of our nation, working tirelessly to feed and fuel America. This legislation takes an important step toward understanding the gaps in access to mental health and addiction care for our agriculture communities.”

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Van Orden Statement on Markwayne Mullin DHS Secretary Confirmation

Praised confirmation of Markwayne Mullin as DHS Secretary and called for full DHS funding.

“The mission of the Department of Homeland Security has never been more important. Securing our borders and protecting the American people remain the top priority.”

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Van Orden Statement on POTUS’ DHS Announcement

Praised Trump's DHS focus on border security and mass deportations.

“The mission of the Department of Homeland Security has never been more important. Securing our borders and protecting the American people must remain the top priority.”

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Van Orden Applauds Farm Bill Advancing Out of Committee

Praised Farm Bill advancing from committee as supporting Wisconsin farmers and rural communities.

“Agriculture is the cornerstone of Wisconsin and the backbone of our nation. From dairy farms to family operations that have been passed down for generations, our farmers help feed the nation and keep rural communities strong.”

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Van Orden Statement on Operation Epic Fury

Praised military action against Iran and called for accountability for terror activities.

“For decades, the Iranian regime has fueled terror and violence across the world. This regime has operated with impunity for far too long, spreading chaos while threatening the security of the United States and our partners. Their hands are stained with the blood of thousands of Americans.”

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Van Orden Secures Over $22M in Tax Dollars Back to Wisconsin’s Third District

Secured over $22 million in federal funding for infrastructure and services in Wisconsin's Third District.

“I’ve been clear from day one: I will fight to send taxpayer dollars back where they belong, to the people of Wisconsin’s Third District”

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Van Orden Statement on Passage of Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act

Praised House passage of Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement Act.

“As a retired Navy SEAL, taking care of veterans isn’t a policy issue for me, it’s personal. The VR&E program should open doors, not create obstacles.”

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Van Orden Statement on Establishment of Rural Domestic Energy Council

Praised establishment of Rural Domestic Energy Council to address year-round E15 fuel.

“By establishing the Rural Domestic Energy Council, Congress is finally taking action to address year-round E15 in a meaningful way. This is the most consequential action Congress has taken to address this critical issue. But here’s the bottom line: Wisconsin farmers shouldn’t still be waiting for year-round E15.”

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Van Orden to Temporarily Miss Votes Due to Family Medical Matter

Announced temporary absence from votes due to wife's scheduled surgical procedure.

“I am very thankful for the understanding and support from my colleagues and constituents as my family deals with this serious medical issue”

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Van Orden Advances Temporary ACA Subsidy Extension to Prevent Coverage Loss

Van Orden voted to advance ACA subsidy extension to prevent coverage loss for Wisconsinites.

“I will not sit back and watch my constituents lose access to health care or face massive premium hikes because Democrats refuse to take responsibility for their failures”

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Van Orden Statement on the Capture of Maduro

Praised Trump's military operation capturing Maduro as decisive action against narco-terrorism.

“This operation sends a clear message to America’s adversaries: harming U.S. citizens carries consequences. Nicolás Maduro operated as a narco-terrorist under the false cover of political authority. His criminal network helped fuel the drug trafficking that has killed thousands of Americans.”

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Van Orden Applauds $203M Investment to Strengthen Rural Health Care in Wisconsin

Applauded $203.7 million rural health award for Wisconsin to strengthen rural healthcare infrastructure.

“Every American citizen should have access to readily available, high-quality, and actually affordable health care”

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Van Orden Statement on FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act

Secured $8.4 million for Volk Field Air National Guard Base infrastructure in FY2026 defense bill.

“This bill puts our warfighters first. The FY26 NDAA strengthens America’s ability to fight, adapt, and win.”

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Van Orden Statement on Passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

Supported House passage of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.

“I championed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act from the start because it’s a straightforward, bipartisan solution that gets real, nutritious milk back into our schools and supports Wisconsin’s dairy farmers.”

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Van Orden Statement on the House Vote to Release the Epstein Files

Voted to release Epstein files and criticized Democrats for obstructing transparency investigation.

“Today, the House took a necessary step toward full accountability. I voted to release the Epstein files because the American people deserve the truth. From day one, I’ve been clear: anyone who abuses a child should face the ultimate punishment. I have pushed from the very beginning for these files to be made public.”

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