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Green County: Residents received $58.54 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.6% of income in Green County, providing an average of $1,590 per capita to residents.

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Apr 13, 2025

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Steil introduces bill to maintain sanctions on Iranian terrorists

Congressman Bryan Steil has introduced the No Sanctions Relief for Terrorists Act, aiming to maintain sanctions on Iran unless the country halts funding terrorist activities.

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Apr 7, 2025

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Rock County saw 13.2% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 21.3% of income in Rock County, a 13.2% surge from 8.1% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Steil-Hill stablecoin bill progresses with committee approval

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Apr 3, 2025

The Bipartisan Steil-Hill Legislation, known as the Stablecoin Transparency and Accountability for a Better Ledger Economy (STABLE) Act, has passed through the House Financial Services Committee.

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Rock County: Medicaid dependency reached 3.6% in 2022

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Apr 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.6% of income in Rock County, providing an average of $1,886 per capita to residents.

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

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 26, 2025

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...

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

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Mar 22, 2025

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

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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.