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Steil and Hill propose STABLE Act to regulate stablecoin issuance and operation

WASHINGTON, DC - Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee Chairman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (AR-02) introduced the Stablecoin Transparency and...

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 26, 2025

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Rock County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.3% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.3% of income in Rock County, providing an average of $1,221 per capita to residents.

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 22, 2025

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Steil announces third telephone town hall meeting for March

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 19, 2025

Congressman Bryan Steil has announced a telephone town hall scheduled for Monday, March 24th at 5:00 pm CT.

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Steil introduces bills supporting veterans' mental health and survivor benefits

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 18, 2025

Congressman Bryan Steil from Wisconsin has introduced two legislative proposals aimed at supporting veterans and their families.

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Green County residents received $10,659 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 52nd in Wisconsin

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Green County received an average of $10,659 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 21st lowest in Wisconsin.

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Rock County ranks 46th highest in Wisconsin for per capita government transfer income at $11,186 in 2022

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Rock County received an average of $11,186 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 27th lowest in Wisconsin.

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Rock County Sheriff's Office announces hunter safety education course dates

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 8, 2025

The Rock County Sheriff's Office has announced the schedule for its first Hunter Safety Education Course of 2025.

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Rock County Sheriff's Office announces 7 graduates from Blackhawk Technical College's Jail Academy

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 7, 2025

The Rock County Sheriff's Office has announced the graduation of seven correctional officers from Blackhawk Technical College's Jail Academy.

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Steil criticizes Sanders' Kenosha visit, opposes policy agenda

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 7, 2025

Congressman Bryan Steil released a statement regarding Senator Bernie Sanders' visit to Kenosha.

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Rock County seeks new members for its Board of Health

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 6, 2025

Rock County Board Chair Kevin Leavy is inviting individuals to express their interest in joining the Rock County Board of Health.

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Steil and Emmer introduce bill to ban central bank digital currency issuance

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 6, 2025

Congressman Bryan Steil has collaborated with Majority Whip Tom Emmer to introduce the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act.

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Rock County ranks 29th in Wisconsin for government transfer dependency at 21.3% in 2022

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 21.3% of income in Rock County—ranking it 29th least dependent among Wisconsin counties.

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Steil comments on President Trump's joint session address

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 5, 2025

Congressman Bryan Steil issued a statement following President Trump's address to the Joint Session of Congress.

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Steil announces new location for Janesville office hours

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 3, 2025

Congressman Bryan Steil has announced the updated location for his office hours in Janesville.

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Green County: Income Maintenance made up 1.2% of total income in 2022

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.2% of income in Green County, providing an average of $758 per capita to residents.

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Spreitzer meets with BTC student organization, applauds Evers’ budget proposal

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Feb 28, 2025

Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) recently highlighted his engagement with a student organization at Blackhawk Technical College (BTC), which advocates for the needs of current and future students.

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Chippewa-Eau Claire planners ask residents how they travel across region

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Feb 27, 2025

Residents of the Chippewa-Eau Claire Metropolitan Planning Area are being asked to complete an online survey for the 2025 Long Range Transportation Plan.

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Spreitzer urges people to lend a voice to save Medicaid from budget cuts

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Feb 27, 2025

Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) is calling on his constituents to express their concerns about potential federal budget cuts to Medicaid.

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Beloit provides citizens the chance to obtain the American Dream, according to Gabrielatos

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Feb 26, 2025

You don’t have to go far if you’re looking for the American Dream, according to Beloit City Manager Jerry Gabrielatos.

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Steil urges Trump administration to block Biden-era labor rule affecting disabled workers

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Feb 19, 2025

Congressman Bryan Steil has addressed a letter to the Trump Administration, urging intervention against a proposed rule from the Biden era that could impact employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.