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Congressman Van Orden supports new veterans' healthcare legislation

Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden from Wisconsin's 3rd District addressed the House of Representatives in support of H.R. 8371, known as the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.

By WC Wisconsin News | Nov 18, 2024

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Van Orden supports Social Security Fairness Act for seniors' full benefits

Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden supported the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act.

By WC Wisconsin News | Nov 12, 2024

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Derrick Van Orden addresses Navy anniversary, farmer support, and border policy criticism

By WC Wisconsin News | Oct 31, 2024

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Lawmakers demand answers from USDA after Pure Prairie Poultry bankruptcy

By WC Wisconsin News | Oct 28, 2024

Congressman Derrick Van Orden, representing Wisconsin's 3rd District, alongside Representatives Brad Finstad of Minnesota and Randy Feenstra of Iowa, has addressed a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

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Van Orden questions illegal alien inmate population in Wisconsin prison

By WC Wisconsin News | Oct 25, 2024

Congressman Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin's 3rd District participated in a House Judiciary Committee field hearing in Milwaukee, addressing the impact of the southwest border crisis on Wisconsin communities.

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Bill seeks improved access to eye care for rural veterans

By WC Wisconsin News | Oct 18, 2024

Representatives Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin and Celeste Maloy of Utah have introduced a new bill aimed at making eyeglass fittings more accessible to veterans living in remote areas. The Servicemember’s Eyeglasses Efficiency Act (SEE Act) proposes to include eyeglass lens fittings as part of the medical treatments covered by the Veterans Community Care Program.

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Bipartisan bill introduced to enhance veteran mental health support

By WC Wisconsin News | Oct 8, 2024

Congressmen Derrick Van Orden, Greg Landsman, Morgan Luttrell, and Chris Deluzio have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at enhancing suicide prevention and mental health support for veterans. The proposed bill, titled the "What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act," mandates the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish clear objectives and adopt best practices in its suicide prevention initiatives. This approach is expected to improve data collection and effectiveness of such programs.

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Van Orden criticizes Biden-Harris administration over Iran's missile attacks on Israel

By WC Wisconsin News | Oct 1, 2024

Congressman Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin's 3rd District has issued a statement regarding Iran's recent missile attacks on Israel. The congressman criticized the Biden-Harris administration, attributing the attacks to what he described as weak leadership.

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Van Orden opposes continuing resolution citing concerns for American agriculture

By WC Wisconsin News | Sep 25, 2024

Congressman Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin's 3rd District has expressed his opposition to the recent Continuing Resolution (CR) following a vote in Washington, D.C.

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House passes bill for equal tuition rates for reservists and active-duty personnel

By WC Wisconsin News | Sep 25, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserves (MGIB-SR) Tuition Fairness Act, introduced by Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03). The bill aims to establish educational parity between reservists and active-duty personnel by mandating that public higher education institutions charge the same in-state tuition rates for veterans using MGIB-SR as those using other GI Bill programs.

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Legislation introduced for mandatory milk options at military dining facilities

By WC Wisconsin News | Sep 23, 2024

Navy veterans Congressmen Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) and Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) have introduced the Strengthening Our Servicemembers with Milk Act. This legislation mandates the U.S. Secretary of Defense to provide fluid or powdered milk to members of the Armed Forces at dining facilities on military installations.

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Van Orden supports H.R. 9494 requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration

By WC Wisconsin News | Sep 18, 2024

Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) issued a statement after voting in favor of H.R. 9494, which includes the SAVE Act. The bill amends the National Voter Registration Act to require states to obtain documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, mandate in-person identification for voting in federal elections, and establish a program to remove non-citizens from existing voter rolls.

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Van Orden introduces resolution honoring Veterans of Foreign Wars' 125th anniversary

By WC Wisconsin News | Sep 10, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Veterans’ Affairs Economic Opportunity Subcommittee Chairman and Navy SEAL veteran Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) and Navy veteran Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) introduced a resolution today to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

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Huebsch named a 2024 Champion for Clean Energy

By WC Wisconsin News reports | Sep 2, 2024

Ryan Huebsch, a candidate for the District 94 seat on the Wisconsin State Assembly, was named a Champion for Clean Energy by the Conservatives for a Clean Energy Future (CCEF).

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Huebsch running for District 94 seat in Wisconsin State Assembly

By WC Wisconsin News | Aug 30, 2024

Ryan Huebsch, the Republican nominee for Wisconsin State Assembly District 94, is seeking election to a two-year term. He will be on the November 5 ballot.

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Van Orden, Harder push new bill to mandate origin labels on imported foods

By WC Wisconsin News | Aug 14, 2024

Representatives Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) and Josh Harder (CA-09) have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at ensuring consumers are informed about the origin of canned goods they purchase. The proposed legislation, named the American Consumer Awareness of National Source (CANS) Act, mandates that canned fruits and vegetables be clearly labeled with their country of origin.

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Van Orden comments on Netanyahu's congressional address

By WC Wisconsin News | Jul 24, 2024

On July 24, 2024, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) issued a statement following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress.

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Van Orden votes to pass Water Resources Development Act securing wins for district

By WC Wisconsin News | Jul 22, 2024

Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) voted to pass the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024 out of the House. The bill includes several provisions benefiting Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District: a new study authorization for levee accreditation in La Crosse, a flood risk management project on the Trempealeau River in Arcadia, an ecosystem restoration project for the River Falls Kinni Corridor Project in River Falls, and an authorization for a new Upper Mississippi River System Flood Risk and Resilience Study.

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Congressman urges VP Harris to invoke 25th Amendment against Biden

By WC Wisconsin News | Jul 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) has called on Vice President Kamala Harris to invoke the 25th Amendment and remove President Joe Biden from office. This call follows President Biden's announcement that he will not seek re-election in 2024 and concerns over his cognitive health.

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Van Orden supports bill mandating proof of citizenship for federal voting

By WC Wisconsin News | Jul 10, 2024

Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) voted in support of H.R. 8281 – the SAVE Act. The SAVE Act amends the National Voter Registration Act to require states to obtain documentary proof of U.S. citizenship and utilize in-person identification when registering an individual to vote in a federal election. It also mandates that states establish a program to remove non-citizens from their existing voter rolls.