Listening to You

One of my top priorities is being available and accessible to you. This week, I joined members of our community in Burlington to listen to their ideas, share updates on my work in Washington, and discuss ways to move our nation forward. 

It was a great conversation and we covered topics including:

• The cost of energy
• Making healthcare more affordable for American families
• How changes to tax laws are making life more affordable for working families and seniors
  • This year tax refunds are 10% higher compared to 2025
• Ways I am working to help workers and employers build and expand in Wisconsin
• The ongoing conflict with Iran

I want to hear from you:

Which one of the following issues matters most to you right now?

Inflation and the cost of living The economy Immigration and the border Medicare & Social Security Health care The size of the federal debt Environment Crime Foreign policy Education Other (please specify)

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DHS Shutdown Leaves Federal Workers without Pay

The spending process in Washington is broken. While Congress has passed 11 of 12 appropriations bills, funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has not been approved in the U.S. Senate. DHS is one of the agencies responsible for keeping Americans safe.

Previously, the House voted to fund DHS on a bi-partisan vote of 221 to 209. To pass the Senate, this bill requires 60 votes. Unfortunately the Senate has failed to pass the DHS Appropriations bill, which means funding for the agency has lapsed.

Partial shutdowns impact important programs. Some impacts include:

• Certain FEMA grants remain inaccessible.
• TSA Officers and other employees going without pay resulting in longer lines for travelers.
• First responder training has been canceled.

During the ongoing conflict with Iran it's important that we fund DHS, particularly as potential security threats rise. I will continue to work to fund DHS.

As always, feel free to contact my office if you have any questions, want to share an opinion, or are having trouble with a federal agency.

On Wisconsin,

Bryan Steil
Member of Congress

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