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January 2009- Congressmen Petri, Kanjorski Introduce Bipartisan Campaign Finance Bill (January 27, 2009)
- Rep. Petri to Host Town Meetings (January 26, 2009)
- Petri Calls for Better School Tests (January 22, 2009)
- Regional Commission Wins Economic Development Grant (January 21, 2009)
- Petri Looking Forward to Inauguration (January 16, 2009)
- Voices from the Inauguration (January 16, 2009)
- Voices from the Inauguration (January 16, 2009)
- Petri Proposes Tax Fairness for Charity Drivers (January 15, 2009)
- Manitowoc Co. Trucker Named Road Safety Expert (January 14, 2009)
- Petri Lauded for Education Work (January 9, 2009)
December 2008
November 2008
October 2008- KOHL, FEINGOLD, PETRI, KAGEN APPLAUD ITC RULING IN FAVOR OF APPLETON PAPER COMPANY (October 30, 2008)
- IRS Owes Over $2 Million to Wisconsin Taxpayers (October 29, 2008)
- 6th District Residents Due IRS Checks (October 29, 2008)
- Sensenbrenner, Petri, Ryan Call for ACORN Investigation in Wisconsin (October 14, 2008)
- Petri Named Guardian of Small Business (October 7, 2008)
- Statement from Rep. Tom Petri on the Bailout Vote (October 3, 2008)
- Republican Leaders Call for Hearing on Air Ambulance Flight Safety (October 2, 2008)
- Petri Testifies for Appleton Papers (October 2, 2008)
- Marquette Receives USDA Funds for Village Hall (October 1, 2008)
September 2008- Petri Votes Against Financial Markets Bill (September 29, 2008)
- Petri Lauds Gain for Charities (September 25, 2008)
- STATEMENT OF KOHL, FEINGOLD, PETRI, KAGEN FOLLOWING THEIR MEETING WITH NEWPAGE CEO ON KIMBERLY PAPER MILL (September 24, 2008)
- Petri Supports, House Approves Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights (September 23, 2008)
- Congress Passes Great Lakes Compact (September 23, 2008)
- Petri, Kohl, Feingold, Kagen to Meet With NewPage CEO (September 19, 2008)
- UWO Receives Mental Health Services Grant (September 16, 2008)
- SENATORS KOHL AND FEINGOLD, CONGRESSMEN PETRI AND KAGEN TO HOST UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMY DAY ‘08 (September 16, 2008)
- Petri Receives Award for Financial Literacy Work (September 12, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Returns from Afghanistan/Pakistan Trip (September 11, 2008)
- SENATORS KOHL AND FEINGOLD, CONGRESSMEN PETRI AND KAGEN TO HOST UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMY DAY ‘08 (September 8, 2008)
- Senators, Congressmen Seek Meeting on NewPage (September 5, 2008)
- Petri Named "Taxpayer Hero" (September 4, 2008)
August 2008
July 2008- Higher Education Reforms, Including Petri Provisions, Pass House (July 31, 2008)
- House Committee Affirms Airplane Cell Phone Ban Petri Agrees (July 31, 2008)
- Higher Education Reforms, Including Petri Provisions, Likely To Pass House Thursday (July 30, 2008)
- Petri Helps Launch "Bike-partisan" Event at Political Conventions (July 30, 2008)
- Petri Reacts to NewPage Closing (July 30, 2008)
- Petri Brings Aviation Committee Chairman to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh (July 29, 2008)
- USDA Grant Approved for Fond du Lac, Dodge Counties (July 29, 2008)
- Brillion to Receive Rural Development Funds (July 28, 2008)
- Oxford Fire Department Wins Grant (July 28, 2008)
- Petri and House Back $8 Billion to Avoid Highway Trust Fund Shutdown (July 25, 2008)
- Petri to Negotiate Amtrak Bill (July 24, 2008)
- Media Advisory: Petri to Discuss Aviation Issues on C-Span Thursday Morning at 7:45 Central Time (July 23, 2008)
- Woodland Fire Department Wins Grant (July 23, 2008)
- House Passes Bill to Strengthen Aviation Safety (July 23, 2008)
- Great Lakes Compact To Be Introduced In House, Senate (July 23, 2008)
- House Expected to Pass Bill to Strengthen Aviation Safety (July 22, 2008)
- Petri Working for Great Lakes Compact (July 22, 2008)
- Airport Snubbing of Military to Stop (July 18, 2008)
- Advocap Wins Grant to Help Flooded Businesses in Green Lake, Fond du Lac, Winnebago Counties (July 18, 2008)
- Cleveland Fire Department Wins Grant (July 17, 2008)
- Petri, Bipartisan Leaders Introduce Aviation Safety Bill (July 15, 2008)
- Petri Asks: Do You Qualify for Assistance? (July 10, 2008)
- FEMA Assistance Now Available (July 1, 2008)
June 2008
May 2008- Oshkosh West Student Wins Petri Art Competition (May 30, 2008)
- Petri Grants Conference a Success (May 29, 2008)
- Johnsonville Sausage Wins Award, Leaders Visit President Bush (May 28, 2008)
- Petri Responds to Education Department Loan Plan (May 22, 2008)
- Petri to Host Federal Grants and Programs Conference May 29th (May 21, 2008)
- Petri's Record Is Perfect, Says National Breast Cancer Coalition (May 20, 2008)
- Petri Statement on War Supplemental Bill (May 15, 2008)
- New York Times Editorial Reflects Rep. Petri's Thinking (May 9, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Honored with an “A in English” Award (May 8, 2008)
- Petri Statement from Hearing on Aviation Emissions (May 6, 2008)
- Petri to Host Federal Grants and Programs Conference May 29th (May 2, 2008)
April 2008- Petri Proposes Bill to Help Small Truckers & Independents Cope With Fuel Prices (April 30, 2008)
- $99,900 for Fond du Lac Business Revolving Loan Fund (April 30, 2008)
- Wisconsin Students Testify for Cancer Funding (April 30, 2008)
- House Approves Coast Guard Authorization (April 24, 2008)
- Kagen and Petri Urge the Commerce Secretary to Defend Paper Jobs from Unfair Imports (April 24, 2008)
- House Acts On Student Loans (April 17, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Announces Congressional Art Competition (April 16, 2008)
- $3.4 Million to Complete Sheboygan Airport Runway (April 14, 2008)
- Petri, Aviation Subcommittee Confront Airline Delays (April 10, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Announces We the People Bookshelf Awards to Local Libraries (April 8, 2008)
- Insult to Troops Not Intended, Administration Tells Petri (April 2, 2008)
March 2008
February 2008- Petri Celebrates Great Lakes Day (February 28, 2008)
- Federal, State Officials Meet With Newpage CEO To Discuss Future Papermaking In Niagara, Kimberly (February 26, 2008)
- Oshkosh Student Offered Appointment to West Point (February 20, 2008)
- USDA Financing Comes Through for Oxford Fire House (February 20, 2008)
- City of Juneau Fire Department Wins Grant (February 14, 2008)
- Petri Named Legislator of the Year by Technical College Group (February 12, 2008)
- Petri Amendments Passed by House (February 7, 2008)
- Petri Battles Mother Nature to Offer Amendments to Education Bill (February 6, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Comments on Today's Release of the President's Proposed Budget (February 4, 2008)
January 2008- Dodge County Students Win Academy Nominations (January 30, 2008)
- Marquette Students Win Academy Nominations (January 30, 2008)
- Petri Votes Against Stimulus Bill (January 28, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Comments on the President's State of the Union Address (January 28, 2008)
- St. Cloud Fire Department Wins Grant (January 24, 2008)
- Petri Holds Video Meeting With Wautoma Students (January 23, 2008)
- House Fails to Override Veto of Health Insurance Bill (January 23, 2008)
- Petri, Bay Area Workforce Development Board Discuss Jobs (January 17, 2008)
- Feds To Release $17.9 Million From LIHEAP Contingency Fund (January 16, 2008)
- Rep. Petri Comments On Gov. Dreyfus (January 3, 2008)
December 2007
November 2007- Petri Promotes Student Loan Plan at Marian College (November 28, 2007)
- Two Rivers Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 27, 2007)
- Harrison Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 26, 2007)
- Petri Blasts Student Loan Subsidy Abuse (November 21, 2007)
- Petri Says Seniors Should Review Drug Benefit Plans (November 19, 2007)
- Petri, Grijalva Proposal on Textbook Accessibility for Visually-Impaired College Students Included in Higher Education Reauthorization (November 16, 2007)
- Federal Action Urged: Petri and Kagen Lead Delegation Effort on Behalf of Wisconsin Paper Industry (November 16, 2007)
- Horicon Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 15, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Statement from Hearing on Airline and Airport Preparations for Holiday Travel Season (November 15, 2007)
- Higher Education Act Passes House Committee (November 15, 2007)
- Cleveland Fire Department to Receive Federal Grant (November 14, 2007)
- U.S. House Approves Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations (November 14, 2007)
- Congress Overrides Water Bill Veto (November 8, 2007)
October 2007- Petri Introduces Student Loan Auction Bill (October 31, 2007)
- Commerce Department Looking Into Dumping by Appleton Papers Foreign Competitors (October 31, 2007)
- Petri Calls for Better School Tests (October 25, 2007)
- Bike to Work, Petri Tells Congress (October 25, 2007)
- Bill Aims to Level Playing Field for Nation's Self-Employed (October 22, 2007)
- Brillion Housing Authority Receives $155,000 USDA Loan (October 18, 2007)
- House Backs Internet Tax Ban (October 16, 2007)
- CAP Services’ Fresh Start Program receives $412,687 grant (October 16, 2007)
- Health Care for Low-Income Kids (October 12, 2007)
- Help for Higher Ed Students (October 1, 2007)
September 2007
August 2007
- Rep. Petri to Attend Hilbert Economic Summit - will speak on: Perspectives on the Region and Beyond (August 10, 2007)
- House Approves Major Student Loan Bill - Rep. Petri's auction proposal included in legislation. (July 11, 2007)
- Congressional Art Winner In D.C. - Mai Koua Yang visits capital from Sheboygan, WI (June 28, 2007)
- Labor Provision Could Ground FAA Bill - Transportation Committee passes bill with troublesome provision. (June 28, 2007)
- Fond du Lac High School Band Visits DC to participate in the National Anthem Grand Finale. (June 15, 2007)
- Ripon Teacher Chosen for U.S. House Fellows Program -- Rick Kelm to enjoy an up-close learning opportunity. (May 30, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Introduces Flexible Student Loan Plan -- Post school loan payments would be based on income. (May 23, 2007)
- Petri Sends Letter to Budget Committee Leadership in support of student loan reform and budget savings. (May 15, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Announces Art Competition Winners -- A Sheboygan North High School senior takes 1st Place. (May 7, 2007)
- Ripon High School Students in D.C. to Compete as Wisconsin winners of the "We the People" contest. (May 2, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Seeks Entries in Congressional Art Competition -- 6th District artists wanted. (April 17, 2007)
- Petri Hosts Listening Session on No Child Left Behind -- Session includes state official Elizabeth Burmaster. (April 13, 2007)
- Petri Cries Foul Over School Grants -- Congressman contacts Education Secretary Spellings with his concerns. (April 9, 2007)
- Petri Outraged at Alleged Corruption in Student Lending Industry -- Cites Higher Ed Watch report. (April 5, 2007)
- WI Delegation Disappointed by SeniorCare Decision -- Rep. Petri joins colleagues in speaking out. (April 4, 2007)
- Petri Bill Offers Tax Fairness to Charity Drivers -- Would treat charitable and business uses the same. (March 29, 2007)
- Petri Wins Taxpayer Friend Award -- National Taxpayer Union rating counts all tax and fiscal votes. (March 28, 2007)
- Petri, Bipartisan Group, Send Letter to Secretary Spellings regarding DOE's settlement with Nelnet. (March 6, 2007)
- Petri Advocates Continued SeniorCare Program -- Joins Wisconsin delegation on letter to HHS Secretary. (March 2, 2007)
- Petri Introduces Campaign Polling Reform Bill -- Legislation would target "smear polls" for disclosure. (March 1, 2007)
- Petri Says Consider Iraqi Partition -- Congressman addresses House during debate on Iraq resolution. (February 15, 2007)
- Petri, Bipartisan Group Introduce Star Act -- Bill would make college more affordable for students. (February 13, 2007)
- Dislocated Workers to Receive Job Help -- Department of Labor grant will fund job counseling and training. (February 12, 2007)
- Berlin Fire Wins $60,354 Federal Grant -- Homeland Security funds will purchase new equipment. (February 8, 2007)
- City of Juneau Fire Department Wins Grant from Department of Homeland Security for new equipment. (February 7, 2007)
- Petri Helps Introduce Voter Confidence Bill - H.R. 811 would require verifiable paper vote receipts. (February 6, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Calls for Medal of Honor for former Fond du Lac resident, James Megellas. (February 1, 2007)
- Rep. Tom Petri Receives Award -- Presented by Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Bill Bruins. (January 30, 2007)
- Representatives Petri and Matsui Introduce the Troops to Teachers Improvement Act. (January 29, 2007)
- Valders Student Offered Appointment to U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. (January 26, 2007)
- Petri Announces Naval Academy Appointment -- Fond du Lac student heads to Annapolis. (January 26, 2007)
- Adams-Friendship H.S. Senior to Air Force Academy -- Rep. Petri announces nomination. (January 26, 2007)
- Montello Student Wins Nomination to U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis. (January 26, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Blasts Education Department for failure to recover $278 million in taxpayer subsidies. (January 23, 2007)
- Capitol Meeting on Global Warming - Rep. Petri attends with busines and environmental leaders. (January 22, 2007)
- Bill To Authorize Asian Carp Barrier Introduced - Rep. Petri joins as original cosponsor of H.R. 553. (January 19, 2007)
- Rep. Tom Petri Issues Statement on House passage of H.R. 5 to make college loans more affordable. (January 18, 2007)
- Petri Gives Keynote Address at Troops to Teachers Conference in Washington, D.C. (January 17, 2007)
- Neenah School Visited by Rep. Petri - Spends part of Martin Luther King Day at Tullar Elementary. (January 16, 2007)
- Princeton Ambulance Service to Receive Grant from federal Department of Homeland Security. (January 12, 2007)
- Rep. Tom Petri to Lead Republicans on Aviation Subcommittee - during the 110th Congress. (January 10, 2007)
- Rep. Petri Introduces "Troops to Teachers" Reform - Bill will allow more schools to participate. (November 15, 2006)
- Congress Passes Rep. Tom Petri's Bill to protect against animal rights extremists. (November 13, 2006)
- Hero of the Taxpayer award presented to Rep. Tom Petri at a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol. (September 27, 2006)
- Badger Mining Chief Visits Rep. Petri - Company named best small business to work for in the U.S. (September 14, 2006)
- Rep. Tom Petri Receives Award for support of Alaska wilderness preservation and convservation. (September 13, 2006)
- Fox Valley Metro Police Win Grant - U.S. Justice Department funds will enhance school security. (September 13, 2006)
- Petri Receives Food Industry Award - IFDA's Thomas Jefferson Award given for support of free enterprise. (July 13, 2006)
- Town of Harrison Youth Serving in Congress - DJ Anderson begins his service as a Page in the U.S. House. (July 11, 2006)
- Two Rivers Educators in Washington to Receive Honors from Reading is Fundamental. (June 29, 2006)
- Rep. Petri Applauds Demise of Telephone Tax - Treasury Department concedes loss in long court battle. (May 25, 2006)
- Petri Warns Veterans About Identity Theft in wake of loss of data from VA employee's home. (May 23, 2006)
- Congressional Hearing on Petri Animal Rights Terrorism Bill -- House Judiciary Committee examines issue. (May 23, 2006)
- Kimberly, WI Teacher Honored in Washington -- Kendra Naef receives Milken Family Foundation honor. (May 18, 2006)
- Oshkosh Awarded $600,000 EPA Grant to help fund clean up of contaminated industrial sites. (May 12, 2006)
- Petri Greets Award-Winning Kohler Science Teacher - Dana Krejcarek receives Presidential Award. (May 4, 2006)
- Rep. Petri Hosts Students at U.S. Capitol - Honors students visiting from Fond du Lac, WI. (April 28, 2006)
- U.W. Transportation Center Receives Federal Grant - Funding for freight transportation efficiency research. (April 26, 2006)
- Rep. Petri Attends Bipartisan Press Conference in support of crucial voting reform legislation. (April 7, 2006)
- Petri Amendment To Save $13.4 Billion In Waste Blocked from consideration on the House floor. (March 30, 2006)
- Petri Helps Introduce Global Warming Bill - WI congressman works with New Mexico's Tom Udall. (March 29, 2006)
- Student Group Gives Award to Rep. Tom Petri for his efforts in support of student aid. (March 20, 2006)
- Randolph High School Student Offered Appointment to United States Air Force Academy. (March 17, 2006)
- Petri Joins WI Colleagues Opposing Dairy Tax - Three send letter to House Budget Chairman on issue. (March 16, 2006)
- Oshkosh Student Offered Appointment to United States Military Academy at West Point. (March 16, 2006)
- U.S. Chamber Honors Rep. Tom Petri with its "Spirit of Enterprise" award. (March 15, 2006)
- 6th District Students Receive Nominations to U.S. military service academies. (March 9, 2006)
- Rep. Petri Visits Wounded Neenah Soldier - Andrew Neumeyer recovers at Walter Reed Army Hospital. (February 17, 2006)
- Oshkosh Mother and Daughter Walking Across Nation stop in Washington and visit Rep. Tom Petri. (February 10, 2006)
- Secretary Busalacchi Praises Petri for Highway Work on the occasion of Petri receiving a highway award. (February 8, 2006)
- Ashippun Fire Department Receives Grant - Funds to aid development of address location system. (January 27, 2006)
- Advocap of Fond du Lac Receives HUD Grant - Award to fund expansion of "Fresh Start" program. (January 24, 2006)
- Federal Grant for Project HOPE to support housing assistance programs in four lakeshore counties. (December 21, 2005)
- HUD Grant for Advocap of Fond du Lac will provide funds for housing programs in three WI counties. (December 21, 2005)
- Two Rivers Fire Department Receives Federal Grant for purchase of new breathing gear. (November 30, 2005)
- Petri Blasts Anti-Consumer Provision that weakens 4 month old protections against scam movers. (November 18, 2005)
- House Approves Wisconsin Projects - Appropriations bill contains several items of interest to 6th District. (November 18, 2005)
- New Holstein Fire Department Receives Federal Grant - Funds for purchase of fire fighting equipment. (November 16, 2005)
- Petri Hosts Meetings on Prescription Drug Plans - December 2 events in Sheboygan and Beaver Dam. (November 15, 2005)
- Manitowoc Civic Centre Gets $248,000 Grant - HUD Grant will allow heating and ventilation upgrades. (November 15, 2005)
- House Approves Funding for U.W. Oshkosh Manufacturing Program (November 9, 2005)
- House Bill Provides Dredging Funds - Army Corps project will deepen channel in Manitowoc River. (November 9, 2005)
- Rep. Petri Offers Bill Against Animal Rights Extremists - Bill targets harm to humans and property. (November 4, 2005)
- Rep. Petri Tests Hydrogen Car - Newest version shows promise for future performance improvements. (November 3, 2005)
- Congressman Petri Kicks Off Adoption Month to promote awareness of children still awaiting adoption. (November 1, 2005)
- Petri Signs Letter to Appropriations Subcommittee Chair in support of Senate anti-torture provisions. (October 28, 2005)
- Medicare Event in Appleton - Rep. Petri attends event to assist seniors in choosing a prescription drug plan. (October 11, 2005)
- ADVOCAP Receives Grant to Help Low-Income Entrepreneurs in three Wisconsin counties. (October 3, 2005)
- Grant for Oshkosh Area Schools - $238,547 Education Department grant to fund crisis management planning. (October 3, 2005)
- Ada Fire Department Receives Federal Grant from the Department of Homeland Security. (September 28, 2005)
- Grant for Kiel Fire Department - Funds will help department to acquire new emergency equipment. (September 28, 2005)
- Silver Creek Fire Deparment Receives Grant - Federal money will be used to purchase fire fighting gear. (September 28, 2005)
- Dodge County Housing Authority Gets Loan - Rural Development funds are for housing rehabilitation. (September 26, 2005)
- Oshkosh Schools Get $264,522 Federal Grant - Funds will support school counseling programs. (September 23, 2005)
- Federal Grant for Knowles Fire Department - Funds will be used to purchase an all-terrain vehicle. (September 21, 2005)
- Wilson - Black River Fire Department Receives Grant for purchase of modern breathing equipment. (September 21, 2005)
- Sheboygan and Westfield Win Anti-Drug Grants - $500,000 will support drug abuse prevention efforts. (September 21, 2005)
- Woodland Fire Department Receives Funding from a Deparment of Homeland Security grant program. (September 21, 2005)
- Chilton Fire Department Receives Grant - $45,600 will assist in purchase of fire-proof coats. (September 16, 2005)
- Hilbert Dairy Wins Renewable Energy Grant - Federal funds will help purchase anaerobic digester. (September 15, 2005)
- Rural Development Grant for Greenhouse Improvements awarded to farm in Coloma, Wisconsin. (September 15, 2005)
- Newton Dairy Wins Rural Development Grant for purchase and installation of anaerobic digester. (September 15, 2005)
- Information and Ways to Help Katrina's Victims - Information for those looking to lend a hand. (August 31, 2005)
- Transportation Bill Approved by Congress - Rep. Petri watches as President Bush signs legislation into law. (August 10, 2005)
- Neenah Veteran Receives Medals - Rep. Petri helped obtain the long overdue decorations. (August 8, 2005)
- Rep. Petri Introduces Social Security Bill - Proposal addresses long term financing of Social Security system. (April 21, 2005)
- Rep. Tom Petri Unveils Legislation to cut waste in student loan programs and increase Pell Grants. (March 15, 2005)
- Bush Budget Shows Billions More Available for College Students at No Additional Cost to Taxpayers. (February 11, 2005)
- Advocap Grants for Homeless Services -- Two grants to fund services in three Wisconsin counties. (January 28, 2005)
- Coast Guard to Maintain Authority for Bridges over the Fox and Wolf Rivers in northeastern Wisconsin. (January 28, 2005)
- Petri Introduces Campaign Reform Bill to increase the disclosure requirements on "Push Polls." (January 26, 2005)
- Fond du Lac's Advocap Receives $1.4 Million for Handicapped Training from U.S. Dept. of H.H.S. (January 26, 2005)
- Rep. Petri Escorts Menasha High School Band in Capitol -- Students marched in inaugural parade. (January 21, 2005)
- VIP Ticket for Manitowoc Iraq War Veteran -- Sergeant Major Jeff Uhlig to attend inauguration. (January 19, 2005)
- Petri Student Loan Bill Boosts Funding for college scholarships with no added taxpayer cost, says CBO. (January 12, 2005)
- Fond du Lac Advocap Receives Federal Grant to fund its full-year Head Start program. (January 4, 2005)
- Petri Predicts a Busy Congress - 109th Congress begins with a lengthy agenda. (January 3, 2005)
- Rep. Petri Testifies for Mercury Marine at an International Trade Commission anti-dumping hearing. (December 14, 2004)
- Dalton Fire Department Receives Federal Grant -- $180,000 to be used to purchase new truck. (December 9, 2004)
- Petri Supports Free Mail for Troops -- H.R. 5261 would provide free mail for troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. (December 7, 2004)
- Petri Delivers Airport Funds -- Spending bill includes $1.4 million for Sixth District airports. (November 23, 2004)
- Congress Renews Funding for Higher Ed Cost-Cutting Program -- $800,000 for FY 2005 approved. (November 22, 2004)
- House Passes Petri Bill for Blind Students -- Speeds textbooks to visually impaired students. (November 19, 2004)
- Petri Presents Pro-Ripon Calendar at the Little White Schoolhouse, the "Birthplace of the Republican Party." (November 5, 2004)
- Central WI Communities to Get Fire Assistance Grants from the Department of Homeland Security. (October 29, 2004)
- Petri Challenges Unfair Chinese Trade -- Urges action on behalf of domestic producers. (October 27, 2004)
- Petri Statement on Plymouth Line following the decision by the federal Surface Transportation Board. (October 20, 2004)
- UW - Oshkosh Gets $1.8 Million Grant to fund the university's Head Start program. (October 14, 2004)
- Petri Named Guardian of Small Business by the National Federation of Independent Business. (October 12, 2004)
- Johnsonville Sausage Holds Fundraiser at Pentagon -- Event to support building a September 11 memorial. (October 7, 2004)
- Petri Supports Plan to Strengthen Crime Victims' Rights -- Passes House on a vote of 393 - 14. (October 6, 2004)
- Rep. Tom Petri wins the "Tax Fighter Award" from the National Committee on Tax Limitation. (October 5, 2004)
- Federal Grant for Potter Volunteer Fire Department -- $66,150 grant from Homeland Security Dept. (September 29, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Announces Grants for Menasha and New Holstein Schools to fund mentoring programs. (September 29, 2004)
- Federal Funds for Manitowoc Announced -- City recieves $450,000 for Economic Development Project. (September 29, 2004)
- Homeland Security Department Grant for Van Dyne -- Volunteer Fire Department to receive $44,010. (September 29, 2004)
- Wisconsin Congressmen Tackle Gasoline Price Spikes -- Legislation targets boutique fuels. (September 29, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Introduces Bill to Protect Employee Privacy -- Proposal targets video and audio monitoring. (September 29, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Meets Fond du Lac resident Nicole Zills at a breakfast in the U.S. Capitol Building. (September 28, 2004)
- Oostburg Fire Department Receives Federal Grant of 69,345 from the Homeland Security Department. (September 23, 2004)
- Rep. Petri on Hand for Final Fox Locks Transfer - State assumes official ownership at Appleton event. (September 17, 2004)
- CAP Services Receives a $76,500 Grant from U.S.D.A. Rural Development for Home Repair efforts. (September 16, 2004)
- Manitowoc-Sheboygan Homeless Program Gets Grant - $195,713 from Health and Human Services. (September 16, 2004)
- Rep. Tom Petri Introduces Terrorism Prevention Bill - joins other Transportation Committee leaders. (September 15, 2004)
- Five 6th District Businesses Receive Grants from U.S.D.A. Rural Development for energy projects. (September 15, 2004)
- Silver Lake College Receives Funding of $173,484 to support its program to aid "deafblind" youth. (September 8, 2004)
- ADVOCAP Wins $105,000 Microenterprise Development Grant from Health and Human Services Dept. (September 7, 2004)
- Wisconsin DOT Receives $1,114,502 Federal Grant to fund various job access programs. (September 3, 2004)
- Advocap of Fond du Lac Domestic Abuse Program Gets Grant - Unique award one of two nationwide. (September 2, 2004)
- Town of Fond du Lac Volunteer Fire Department Gets $58,680 from Homeland Security Department. (September 1, 2004)
- $9,000 Federal Grant for Alto Volunteer Fire Department from the Homeland Security Department. (September 1, 2004)
- Loan Guarantee for Green Lake Company from U.S.D.A. Rural Development is announced. (August 26, 2004)
- Public Meeting to Be Held on Proposed Rail Abandonment at Random Lake H.S. on August 13, 2004. (August 5, 2004)
- Rockwood Fire Department Gets $13,500 in Federal Funds to help buy important equipment. (July 31, 2004)
- Sheboygan Falls Fire Department Receives $45,900 Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. (July 31, 2004)
- Homeland Security Department Gives $53,244 Grant to Brillion's Fire Deparment for protective gear. (July 30, 2004)
- Fond du Lac Gets $670,000 Federal Grant - Funds will be used for low-income housing rehabilitation. (July 28, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Proposes Savings Accounts for Children - Joins several members introducing the ASPIRE Act. (July 22, 2004)
- Marian College Wins Grant - Fond du Lac school to receive $21,677 in federal funds. (July 12, 2004)
- UW - Oshkosh Receives Nursing Grant - Health and Human Services funds will support nursing traineeships. (July 12, 2004)
- Beaver Dam Schools Receive Grant from the federal Smaller Learning Communities program. (July 12, 2004)
- Higher Education Organizations Support Petri Goal of improving the federal direct loan program. (July 8, 2004)
- Brownsville Fire Company Gets Homeland Security Grant for computer-based training program. (June 30, 2004)
- Petri Student Loan Legislation Endorsed by UW - Madison student president. (June 28, 2004)
- Briggsville Fire Department Wins Grant -- Homeland Security provides $31,212 in funding. (June 25, 2004)
- Disaster Recovery Assistance Available - Rep. Petri urges storm victims to contact FEMA. (June 24, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Comments on Wisconsin Storms and the effort to obtain federal disaster assistance. (June 24, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Organizes Delegation Letter in response to flooding in 12 Wisconsin counties. (June 18, 2004)
- Silver Creek Fire Department Wins Grant -- Will receive $7,583 from FEMA. (June 17, 2004)
- Hilbert Businessman Named to Manufacturing Council -- 13 member group to focus on policy issues. (June 17, 2004)
- Homeland Security Grant for Two Rivers Fire Department -- Department to receive $81,005. (June 17, 2004)
- Westfield Fire Department Receives Federal Grant for purchase of protective "turnout gear." (June 15, 2004)
- President Reagan's Place in History - Rep. Petri considers the significance of President Reagan. (June 10, 2004)
- Congressman Tom Petri comments on the passing of President Reagan. (June 7, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Joins Congressional Delegation to Normandy - House Speaker Hastert to lead delegation. (June 3, 2004)
- Petri Cheers Jobs Growth - Wisconsin's unemployment rate drops to 4.6 percent. (May 21, 2004)
- Petri Bill Strengthens Student Loans - Legislation promotes more efficient direct loan program. (May 20, 2004)
- Petri Helps Fond du Lac Housing Authority fix a glitch with its funding from HUD. (May 6, 2004)
- Princeton Receives Grants and Loans to make repairs to its water and sewer systems. (May 3, 2004)
- Kiel High School Students Visit Washington -- Close-Up group drops in on Rep. Tom Petri. (April 23, 2004)
- Maritime Museum Receives Grant -- $3,820 comes from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (April 23, 2004)
- Financial Relief for National Guard and Reserve Troops passes the House with Rep. Petri's support. (April 22, 2004)
- UW - Oshkosh Students Display Project at a Capitol Hill reception in Washington, D.C. (April 23, 2004)
- Berlin Preschool to Receive Additional Funds for the purchase and renovation of a daycare facility. (April 20, 2004)
- Plainfield Receives Additional Funds from the USDA to construct an aerated lagoon. (April 20, 2004)
- Sheboygan Native is Wisconsin's Cherry Blossom Princess -- Wendy Riemann represents Wisconsin. (April 1, 2004)
- Highway Vote in House -- The highway funding bill is important for Wisconsin. (March 31, 2004)
- Flat Stanely meets President Bush during a visit to Appleton, Wisconsin. (March 30, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Receives Environmental, Taxpayers' Award for work on Salmon Recovery Act. (March 25, 2004)
- $275 Billion Highway and Transit Funding Bill approved by the House Transportation Committee. (March 24, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Test Drives Hybrid Vehicle -- UW Madison students bring their hybrid SUV to Washington. (March 24, 2004)
- Petri, Transportation Committee to consider highway funding on Wednesday, March 24, 2004. (March 23, 2004)
- Manitowoc Students Admitted to Air Force Academy -- Both students were nominated by Rep. Petri. (March 19, 2004)
- Cong. Petri Queries Alan Greenspan on education and road programs at a congressional hearing. (March 11, 2004)
- U.S. House to Consider Legislation to stop certain lawsuits against food providers. (March 9, 2004)
- Winnebago Students Offered Appointments to U.S. service academies. (March 8, 2004)
- The League of American Bicyclists honors Rep. Tom Petri for his support of transportation enhancements. (March 5, 2004)
- Petri, Feingold to Introduce Resolution commemorating the birth of the Republican party in Ripon. (March 4, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Reports USDA Disaster Designation - 59 Wisconsin counties to receive drought assistance. (March 2, 2004)
- Fond du Lac Student Offered Appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD. (March 2, 2004)
- High School Students from Oshkosh and Neenah visit with Rep. Tom Petri in his Washington office. (February 26, 2004)
- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce presents Rep. Tom Petri with a 2004 "Spirit of Enterprise" award. (February 25, 2004)
- Cong. Petri accepts petitions from 6th District seniors opposing Social Security for illegal immigrants. (February 19, 2004)
- Rep. Petri Helps a Wisconsin Company in its efforts to develop an accurate mad cow disease test. (February 6, 2004)
- President Bush Appoints Carol Diehl to NCLIS -- Neenah resident to serve on library policy board. (February 6, 2004)
- Petri Cheers Good Factory Index Report - Index hits a 20 year peak. (February 2, 2004)
- Rural Communities to Get Fire Assistance Grants from the U.S. Fire Administration. (January 29, 2004)
- Lomira Fire Department to Receive a Grant from the Department of Homeland Security. (January 21, 2004)
- Congressman Tom Petri Offers Comments on President Bush's State of the Union Address. (January 20, 2004)
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