Honorable Steve Kagen, M.D.

Wisconsin's former 8th District Representative

January 4, 2007 to December 22, 2010

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Kagen Welcomes U.S. Navy Secretary To Marinette

Posted on Jul 16, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:        July 16, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin(202) 225-5665 KAGEN  WELCOMES  U.S.  NAVY  SECRETARY  TO  MARINETTE (WASHINGTON, DC)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is pleased to welcome Secretary of the U.S. Navy Ray Mabus to Marinette, WI today.  Kagen met with Secretary Mabus yesterday in Washington and they discussed the great work being done […]

Kagen Says Health Care Reform Is About Equality

Posted on Jul 16, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 16, 2009 CONTACT: Jake Rubin (202) 225-5665 KAGEN  SAYS  HEALTH  CARE  REFORM  IS  ABOUT  EQUALITY (WASHINGTON, DC)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. spoke on the House floor this morning in favor of the health care reform legislation introduced this week.  Kagen said: “I rise this morning to strongly support the ideas contained […]

Waste Watchdog

Posted on Jul 14, 2009

First Name: Last Name: E-mail Address: What government waste, fraud or abuse have you encountered?   I am working hard to bring our tax dollars back to Wisconsin where they belong – creating jobs by investing in our schools, our roads and our bridges.  Everyone must understand that this will take time.  The Recovery Act […]

Kagen Is Protecting Small Businesses In Health Care Reform Legislation

Posted on Jul 13, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 13, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin(202) 225-5665 KAGEN  IS  PROTECTING  SMALL  BUSINESSES  IN  HEALTH  CARE  REFORM  LEGISLATION A new report says the high cost of health insurance is a financial burden for small businesses (APPLETON, WI)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. says a report released today is further evidence that reforming the nation’s health […]

For Doctors in Congress, Little Harmony on Health Care

Posted on Jul 13, 2009

For Doctors in Congress, Little Harmony on Health Care By ANDREA FULLER Published: July 11, 2009 Representative Steve Kagen is one of 14 physicians in the House. There are two in the Senate.  WASHINGTON — In the struggle to overhaul the nation’s health care system, 16 physicians have ended up in ringside seats — as […]

Kagen Says Recycling Facility Means New Jobs

Posted on Jul 13, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 13, 2009 Contact:  Jake RubinOffice: (202) 225-5665 KAGEN  SAYS  RECYCLING  FACILITY  MEANS  NEW  JOBS (APPLETON, WI)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. heralded the Tri-County Single-Stream Recycling facility as “forward thinking”.  The Congressman attended the grand opening of the new plant in Appleton today and spoke about the how working towards an energy independent […]

Changes key to U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen’s vote on cap-trade

Posted on Jul 10, 2009

Q&A: Changes key to U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen’s cap-trade Appleton Post-CrescentJuly 10, 2009 On June 25, Rep. Steve Kagen of Appleton was undecided about a controversial energy bill that included a cap-and-trade provision. On June 26, Kagen voted for it, as the House of Representatives narrowly passed the bill 219-212. What happened in between? For […]

Kagen Announces Committee Hearing in Appleton

Posted on Jul 9, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:        July 9, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin(202) 225-5665 KAGEN  ANNOUNCES  COMMITTEE  HEARING  IN  APPLETON (WASHINGTON, DC)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is proud to announce that the House Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight, Nutrition, and Forestry will hold a public hearing in Appleton, WI to review forest resource management in […]

Kagen urges local businesses, municipalities to apply for federal grants for broadband access

Posted on Jul 8, 2009

Kagen urges local businesses, municipalities to apply for federal grants for broadband access By Sarah JuonNewsoftheNorth.Net It’s common knowledge that access to broadband Internet is limited in the Northwoods. Now, a U.S. House Representative in northeast Wisconsin is delivering an urgent message that local businesses, municipalities and county governments in northern Wisconsin have the opportunity […]

Kagen Honors the Brave Service of Steven Drees

Posted on Jul 8, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2009 CONTACT: Jake Rubin (202) 225-5665 KAGEN  HONORS  THE  BRAVE  SERVICE  OF  STEVEN  DREES (WASHINGTON, DC)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives today to honor the life and service of Private First-Class Steven Drees of Peshtigo, WI. Kagen said: “It is with a […]

Kagen Touts Recovery Act Grants For Rural Broadband

Posted on Jul 6, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 6, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin202.225.5665 KAGEN  TOUTS  RECOVERY  ACT  GRANTS  FOR  RURAL BROADBAND (APPLETON, WI)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to include rural areas of Northeast Wisconsin in our economic recovery.  The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the availability of $4 billion in Recovery Act grants nationwide to help […]

Kagen Applauds Jobs Saved in Gillett

Posted on Jul 6, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 6, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin202.225.5665 KAGEN  APPLAUDS  JOBS  SAVED  IN  GILLETT (GILLETT, WI) Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is helping small business save jobs in Northeast Wisconsin.  Kagen welcomed news that Verrette Materials, Inc, and the Champion Company of Gillett will be able to save as many as 50 jobs due to a […]

“A Nation Built on Action” by Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D.

Posted on Jul 4, 2009

A Nation Built on Action By Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D.The Pioneer ExpressJuly 6, 2009 More than 200 years ago, a group of patriots risked all by taking bold action to build a new country where freedom and equality was the law of the land and a great nation was born. This Independence Day, we find […]

Kagen Makes Education Loans More Affordable

Posted on Jul 1, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:        July 1, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin(202) 225-5665 KAGEN  MAKES  EDUCATION  LOANS  MORE  AFFORDABLE (WASHINGTON, D.C.)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to make paying for college and technical school easier and more affordable.  Starting today, federal student loans will become more affordable to repay as a new Income-Based Repayment (IBR) […]

Kagen Applauds Recovery Act Funding For Green Bay Head Start Program

Posted on Jun 28, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 28, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin(202) 225-5665    KAGEN  APPLAUDS  RECOVERY  ACT  FUNDING  FOR  GREEN  BAY  HEAD  START  PROGRAM (GREEN BAY, WI)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to make investing in the education of our children a key component of our nation’s economic recovery.  Head Start in Green Bay will receive $163,657 […]

Contact Steve

Posted on Jun 26, 2009

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Posted on Jun 26, 2009

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Kagen Votes to Create Jobs and Support Wisconsin Industry

Posted on Jun 26, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 26, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin                                                               (202) 225-5665                                                            KAGEN  VOTES  TO  CREATE  JOBS  AND  SUPPORT  WISCONSIN  INDUSTRY (WASHINGTON, D.C.)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. voted for the American Clean Energy and Security Act to create higher wage jobs and support industries across Wisconsin.  The legislation went through many changes before Kagen was willing […]

Kagen Lauds Grant For Asthma Research At Lawrence University

Posted on Jun 24, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 24, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin202.225.5665 KAGEN  LAUDS  GRANT  FOR  ASTHMA  RESEARCHAT  LAWRENCE  UNIVERSITY (APPLETON, WI) Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. expressed special appreciation after the National Institute of Health awarded Lawrence University a grant for biochemical research through the provisions of the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act.   David Hall, associate professor of […]

Kagen Applauds Progress on Veterans’ Clinic in Brown County

Posted on Jun 24, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                                           June 24, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin Office: (202) 225-5665 Kagen Applauds Progress on Veterans’ Clinic in Brown County (WASHINGTON, DC)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is proud to announce yet another step toward giving veterans in Brown County the health care benefits they have earned closer to home.  The Department of Veterans Affairs […]

Kagen Reaches Over 11,000 Constituents in Tele-Town Hall Meetings

Posted on Jun 24, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 24, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin Office: (202) 225-5665 Kagen Reaches Over 11,000 Constituents in Tele-Town Hall Meetings (WASHINGTON, D.C.)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. held three Tele-Town Hall Meetings this week, listening and responding to the concerns of over 11,000 constituents. “From Freedom to Florence and everywhere in between, people have shared […]

Listen to Congressman Kagen’s Tele-Town Hall Meeting from June 22, 2009

Posted on Jun 22, 2009

On June 22, 2009 over 4,700 residents of Brown, Door and Kewaunee counties participated in a Tele-Town Hall with Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. They asked him about the critical problems facing everyone in Northeast Wisconsin – health care reform, energy and practicing fiscal responsibility as we take action to put our nation on the road […]

Kagen Says the Time for Health Care Reform is Now

Posted on Jun 16, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                                          June 16, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin Office: (202) 225-5665 Kagen Says the Time for Health Care Reform is Now Congressman told the story of Jeff from Green Bay who is uninsured (WASHINGTON, DC)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. declared this morning on the House floor that when it’s past time for us to […]

Kagen Brings Doctors and Lawmakers Together to Reform Our Health Care System

Posted on Jun 15, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 15, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin                Office: (202) 225-5665                                                                             Kagen Brings Doctors and Lawmakers Together to Reform Our Health Care System (APPLETON, WI)  Congressman Steve Kagen M.D is uniting health care professionals throughout Wisconsin to guarantee access to affordable health care for all of us.  The Wisconsin Medical Society has announced […]

Rep. Steve Kagen: Obama to talk about health care for all on Thursday

Posted on Jun 10, 2009

By Tony Walter Green Bay Press Gazette June 10, 2009 Rep. Steve Kagen, D-Appleton, said today that President Barack Obama’s agenda for Thursday’s town hall meeting in Green Bay will emphasize the importance of providing health care regardless of patients’ ability to pay as well as the need to create a competitive insurance marketplace. The […]

Health Care

Posted on Jun 8, 2009

THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF HEALTH CARE REFORM PRINCIPLES: 1. The quality of the patient experience must constantly be improved. 2. The root causes of waste must be continuously discovered and removed. THE 10 ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF HEALTH CARE REFORM 1. There must be No Discrimination in access to health care, anywhere in these United States. […]

Kagen Presses Veterans Issues with Secretary Shinseki

Posted on Jun 5, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 5, 2009 Contact:  Jake Rubin Office: (202) 225-5665 Kagen Presses Veterans Issues with Secretary Shinseki Congressman says D-Day is an inspiration to fight for our returning soldiers (APPLETON, WI)  Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is marking the 65th Anniversary of D-Day by continuing his fight for veterans in Northeast Wisconsin and throughout […]

Kagen Interview with Brownfield: Ag News for America

Posted on Jun 3, 2009

On Wednesday, May 27, 2008, House Ag Committee member Steve Kagen sat down with Bob Meyer to talk about a number of ag issues. Title Audio Clip Part One of Representative Kagen’s interview with Brownfield Agricultural News http://www.brownfieldnetwork.com/resource_other/20090527/d9a06ea3-bff0-3553-1379b1fc0f712032/080318/635thu.mp3 Part Two of Representative Kagen’s interview with Brownfield Agricultural News http://www.brownfieldnetwork.com/resource_other/20090528/d9a06ea3-bff0-3553-1379b1fc0f712032/043444/640fri.mp3

U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen pushes school energy efficiency

Posted on Jun 2, 2009

Districts await green legislation vote by Senate By Kathy Walsh Nufer Appleton Post-Crescent June 2, 2009 APPLETON — The Appleton Area School District could receive about $800,000 to improve the energy efficiency of its schools under provisions of the 21st Century Green High-Performing Public Schools Facilities Act. The legislation passed the House of Representatives in […]

Kagen visits Antigo, talks Healthcare, Recovery

Posted on May 28, 2009

By Laura Harvey Antigo Daily Journal May 28, 2009 Eighth District Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. was in Antigo on Tuesday as part of a congressional listening session that took him from Woodruff to Shawano  Kagen discussed provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the nearly $800 billion stimulus bill that was signed into law […]

Kagen visits Rhinelander

Posted on May 27, 2009

By Heather Schaefer Rhinelander Daily News May 27, 2009 Congressman Steve Kagen was in Rhinelander Tuesday to talk to small business owners about the challenges of making ends meet during a recession. Kagen (D-Appleton), a doctor, said one of the keys to fixing the economy is fixing healthcare. Kagen said he believes the country is […]

Health care reform plan is coming soon: Kagen

Posted on May 27, 2009

By Tim Ryan The Shawano Leader Wednesday, May 27, 2009 A massive health care reform proposal is in the works and only weeks away from being introduced, according to U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen (D-WI), though what that proposal will be is still unclear. “I’m as nervous as you are, if not more about what health […]

A Lasting Memorial

Posted on May 25, 2009

A Lasting Memorial By Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. May 25, 2009 This Memorial Day, we gather together to freely take advantage of all that Northeast Wisconsin has to offer. Let us take the time as well to recognize the extraordinary sacrifices that have afforded us the opportunity to enjoy these freedoms.  We honor all our […]

Kagen Is Helping Small Business Create Jobs

Posted on May 20, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  IS  HELPING  SMALL  BUSINESSES  CREATE  JOBS May 20, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is creating opportunity for small businesses.  Kagen voted for the Job Creation Through Entrepreneurship Act which modernizes the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) entrepreneurial development programs so that small businesses can expand […]

Kagen’s New Energy Plan Aims to Boost Local Biofuels Production

Posted on May 19, 2009

Wisconsin Ag Connection Wisconsin’s only member of the House Agriculture Committee is co-sponsoring a bill that would correct flawed provisions in the Renewable Fuel Standard, which he claims limits the potential for clean, homegrown renewable biofuels. Rep. Steve Kagen is joining a bipartisan group of 42 members of Congress to strike the definition of ‘renewable […]

Requests for Highway Projects in Northeast Wisconsin

Posted on May 18, 2009

KAGEN’S  REQUESTS  FOR  HIGHWAY  PROJECTS IN NORTHEAST WISCONSIN May 15, 2009 Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. submitted the following requests to the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Menominee Tribal Transit Bus Capital – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is requesting funds to purchase replacement buses for Menominee Tribal Transit, which serves as a regional provider of […]

Kagen Protects Wisconsin In Proposed Energy Legislation

Posted on May 15, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  PROTECTS  WISCONSIN IN  PROPOSED  ENERGY  LEGISLATION May 15, 2009 Appleton, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is protecting Wisconsin’s agriculture and forestry industries as Congress drafts new climate change legislation.  Kagen is an original co-sponsor of a bill that will benefit Wisconsin producers of biofuels as we […]

Welcome Message

Posted on May 15, 2009

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Kagen visits Crandon to discuss American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Posted on May 12, 2009

Kagen visits Crandon to discuss American Recovery and Reinvestment Act By Vern Hollister Rhinelander Daily News Taking a page from Senator Russ Feingold’s town hall meetings, Congressman Steve Kagen spent Tuesday, April 7 bringing his message as it regards the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to Marinette, Shawano and to Crandon, cities in the […]

Kagan talks jobs in Crandon

Posted on May 12, 2009

Kagan talks jobs in Crandon By Michael Skubal Rhinelander Daily News Congressman Steve Kagan M.D., representing the 8th District of Wisconsin, met with small business owners, bankers, city officials and the public Tuesday in Crandon. It was a chance to learn the benefits of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and how to take […]

Scheduling Request

Posted on May 12, 2009

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Congressman Steve Kagen Recalls the Life of the Honorable Rev. Robert Cornell

Posted on May 11, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 CONGRESSMAN  STEVE  KAGEN  RECALLS  THE  LIFE  OF THE  HONORABLE  REV.  ROBERT  CORNELL “He served with honor and great passion.” May 11, 2009 Appleton, WI — “Northeast Wisconsin has lost one of its greatest and most courageous voices for social justice – the Honorable Rev. Robert Cornell.  A life-long […]

Kagen Votes for an Economy That Works for Everyone

Posted on May 7, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  VOTES  FOR  AN  ECONOMY THAT  WORKS  FOR  EVERYONE May 7, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to restore accountability and common sense to our financial system.  Kagen voted for the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act and the Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending […]

Dr. Kagen is Fighting to Guarantee Affordable Health Care for People with Asthma

Posted on May 6, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 DR.  KAGEN  IS  FIGHTING  TO  GUARANTEE  AFFORDABLE  HEALTH  CARE  FOR  PEOPLE  WITH  ASTHMA Asthma affects over 22 million people in the United States May 6, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to guarantee that those with asthma – or any pre-existing medical condition […]

Kagen Protects Consumers

Posted on Apr 30, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN   PROTECTS  CONSUMERS April 30, 2009 Washington, DC– Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is protecting working families from predatory credit card companies.  Kagen voted for the Credit Cardholder’s Bill of Rights which would put an end to corporations taking advantage of consumers through excessive fees, inflated interest rates and […]

Kagen Announces Applications for GI Bill Benefits Begin May 1st

Posted on Apr 30, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  ANNOUNCES  APPLICATIONS  FOR GI  BILL  BENEFITS  BEGIN  MAY 1st Eligible veterans able to apply online tomorrow April 30, 2009 Appleton, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to guarantee our soldiers the benefits they have earned – before, during and after they serve in harm’s […]

Kagen Backs a Fiscally Responsible Economic Plan

Posted on Apr 29, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  BACKS  A  FISCALLY  RESPONSIBLE  ECONOMIC  PLAN April 29, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is promoting fiscal responsibility as we begin to put our economy back on track.  Kagen voted for a plan that will cut taxes for 95% of working Americans, reduce the deficit […]

Kagen Applauds Army Corps of Engineers for Making a Significant Investment in Northeast Wisconsin

Posted on Apr 28, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  APPLAUDS  ARMY  CORPS  OF  ENGINEERS  FOR  MAKING  A  SIGNIFICANT  INVESTMENT  IN  NORTHEAST  WISCONSIN April 28, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. applauds the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for their efforts to make our waterways in Northeast Wisconsin safe and prosperous.  The United States Army […]

Kagen Puts New Cops on the Street in Northeast Wisconsin

Posted on Apr 27, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  PUTS  NEW  COPS  ON  THE  STREET IN  NORTHEAST  WISCONSIN April 27, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to give our public safety agencies the recruits and tools they need to keep us safe.  Kagen voted for the COPS Improvements Act which calls […]

Shawano and Oconto Counties

Posted on Apr 24, 2009

Expansion of the Shawano County Rural Health Initiative in Shawano, WI ($75,000) – This funding will allow the Shawano Rural Health Initiative to serve an additional 75 farm families, while maintaining current services for some 210 farm families.  Funding would allow for the hiring of additional clerical staff, and the acquisition of mobile health delivery […]

Kagen: Health Care Reform is the Key to Economic Recovery

Posted on Apr 24, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN:  HEALTH  CARE  REFORM  IS  THE  KEY  TO ECONOMIC  RECOVERY A new report from HHS says the high cost of health care is hurting small businesses April 24, 2009 Appleton, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. says a report released today is further evidence that reforming the nation’s […]

Kewaunee/Door Counties

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Sturgeon Bay Harbor, WI and Lake Michigan Ship Canal surveys and repairs ($630,000) – This funding will go to the Army Corps of Engineers to complete project surveys and repairs to the south breakwater by the Government floating plant.  Requested by the Army Corps of Engineers for Fiscal Year 2008. Kewaunee Harbor, WI surveys and […]

Appleton/Outagamie County

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Appleton/Outagamie County Last Congress, Representative Kagen voted for the College Cost Reduction Act (H.R. 2669), which is largest investment in Higher Education since the GI BILL.  This measure, which was enacted into law, will cut interest rates in half by 2011, and increase Pell grants by $490 next year to a maximum of $5,400 by […]

Waupaca County

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Utility Tool and Trailer, Inc of Clintonville, WI ($1.6 million) – This money will be used to develop cutting-edge alloys and advanced materials, and to expand the company’s workforce in Clintonville. The Army is restructuring its forces to rely more on medium and light combat and combat-support vehicles in lieu of the heavy systems characteristic […]

Shawano and Oconto Counties

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Expansion of the Shawano County Rural Health Initiative in Shawano, WI ($75,000) – This funding will allow the Shawano Rural Health Initiative to serve an additional 75 farm families, while maintaining current services for some 210 farm families.  Funding would allow for the hiring of additional clerical staff, and the acquisition of mobile health delivery […]

Northwoods Region

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Mobile Oral Health Clinic for the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) in Green Bay, WI ($175,000) – The funding will go for NWTC to purchase a Mobile Dental Clinic (a built-out RV) for use in the northern parts of Northeast Wisconsin where dental clinics and facilities are rare.  Although NWTC students provide some oral healthcare […]

Marinette County

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

City of Peshtigo Water System Improvements ($492,200) – The City of Peshtigo’s water system is out of compliance with EPA standards due to the presence of radionuclides (radium) in the water.   The city has signed a consent order with the Wisconsin Division of Natural Resources that requires compliance with the EPA radionuclide regulation.  The cost […]

Northwoods Region

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Mobile Oral Health Clinic for the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) in Green Bay, WI ($175,000) – The funding will go for NWTC to purchase a Mobile Dental Clinic (a built-out RV) for use in the northern parts of Northeast Wisconsin where dental clinics and facilities are rare.  Although NWTC students provide some oral healthcare […]

Green Bay/Brown County

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Last Congress, Representative Kagen voted for the College Cost Reduction Act (H.R. 2669), which is largest investment in Higher Education since the GI BILL.  This measure, which was enacted into law, will cut interest rates in half by 2011, and increase Pell grants by $490 next year to a maximum of $5,400 by 2012.  Students […]

Kewaunee/Door Counties

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Sturgeon Bay Harbor, WI and Lake Michigan Ship Canal surveys and repairs ($630,000) – This funding will go to the Army Corps of Engineers to complete project surveys and repairs to the south breakwater by the Government floating plant.  Requested by the Army Corps of Engineers for Fiscal Year 2008. Kewaunee Harbor, WI surveys and […]

Northwoods Region

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Mobile Oral Health Clinic for the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) in Green Bay, WI ($175,000) – The funding will go for NWTC to purchase a Mobile Dental Clinic (a built-out RV) for use in the northern parts of Northeast Wisconsin where dental clinics and facilities are rare.  Although NWTC students provide some oral healthcare […]

Northwoods Region

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Mobile Oral Health Clinic for the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) in Green Bay, WI ($175,000) – The funding will go for NWTC to purchase a Mobile Dental Clinic (a built-out RV) for use in the northern parts of Northeast Wisconsin where dental clinics and facilities are rare.  Although NWTC students provide some oral healthcare […]

Northwoods Region

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Mobile Oral Health Clinic for the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) in Green Bay, WI ($175,000) – The funding will go for NWTC to purchase a Mobile Dental Clinic (a built-out RV) for use in the northern parts of Northeast Wisconsin where dental clinics and facilities are rare.  Although NWTC students provide some oral healthcare […]

Kagen is Fighting to Protect Our Food and Farm Families

Posted on Apr 23, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  IS  FIGHTING  TO  PROTECT OUR  FOOD  AND  FARM  FAMILIES April 23, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is looking out for your health and the safety of our food.  Today, the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry held a hearing to review […]

Congressman Kagen Applauds Governor Doyle’s Approval of Northeast Wisconsin Transit Projects for Recovery Act Funding

Posted on Apr 22, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 CONGRESSMAN  KAGEN  APPLAUDS  GOVERNOR  DOYLE’S  APPROVAL  OF  NORTHEAST  WISCONSIN  TRANSIT  PROJECTS  FOR  RECOVERY  ACT  FUNDING April 22, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. applauds Governor Jim Doyle’s approval of proposals for transit projects in Green Bay and throughout Northeast Wisconsin.  Approval is a major step in […]

Kagen Applauds Appointment of Wisconsin’s Doug Caruso to the FSA

Posted on Apr 22, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  APPLAUDS  APPOINTMENT  OF  WISCONSIN’S DOUG  CARUSO  TO  THE  FSA April 22, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. applauds the appointment of Doug Caruso from Wisconsin as Administrator of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA).  U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the […]

SBA Preferred Lenders in Northeast Wisconsin

Posted on Apr 21, 2009

SBA Preferred Lenders in Northeast Wisconsin Please note that this is not a comprehensive list of SBA approved lenders in the state, only preferred lenders in our area. You should still contact your community banker about SBA programs even if you do not see them listed. Wisconsin 7(a) lenders: American National Bank Fox Cities, Appleton Contact:  […]

Fox Valley’s small business owners hope credit markets loosen up

Posted on Apr 9, 2009

Fox Valley’s small business owners hope credit markets loosen up U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen looks to get aid for startups By J.E. Espino Appleton Post-Crescent April 9, 2009 GRAND CHUTE — New business owner Cindy Veit doesn’t think she’s asking banks to take on too much of a risk as she applies for a loan […]

Kagen Promotes Assistance to Homeowners

Posted on Apr 9, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  PROMOTES  ASSISTANCE  TO  HOMEOWNERS April 9, 2009 Washington, DC — The Obama Administration has introduced a comprehensive Financial Stability Plan to address the key problems at the heart of the current crisis and get our economy back on track.  A critical piece of that effort is Making […]

Our Economic Recovery

Posted on Apr 7, 2009

Everyone agrees we are experiencing the greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression. The challenges we all face are magnified by the simultaneous occurrence of three extraordinary events: the collapse of financial markets worldwide, a severe credit crunch, and a dramatic loss of consumer confidence associated with the collapse of our housing and automobile markets. […]

The Visiting Nurses Associations of America Applauds Representative Steve Kagen

Posted on Apr 7, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Donna Grande Visiting Nurse Associations of America 202 384 1429 The Visiting Nurse Associations of America Applauds Representative Steve Kagen April 7, 2009 Washington, DC — The Visiting Nurse Associations of America (VNAA) applauds Representative Steve Kagen (D-WI) and Representative Lee Terry (R-NE) for the introduction of the “Home Healthcare Nurse […]

Kagen Votes to Take Our Country Back to the Basics

Posted on Apr 2, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  VOTES  TO  TAKE  OUR  COUNTRY  BACK  TO  THE  BASICS April 2, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is leading our country and our economy back to the basics.  Kagen supported the economic initiative laid out by the President to turn our economy around and put […]

Congressman Kagen Announces Listening Tour

Posted on Apr 2, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 CONGRESSMAN  KAGEN  ANNOUNCES  LISTENING  TOUR April 2, 2009 Appleton, WI– Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. will be in communities throughout Northeast Wisconsin to listen to the concerns of his constituents.  He will be in Marinette, Crandon and Shawano on Tuesday, April 7, 2009.  All are welcome. In addition to […]

Kagen to discuss American Recovery and Reinvestmetn Act with local residents

Posted on Apr 1, 2009

Kagen to discuss American Recovery and Reinvestment Act with local residents Rhinelander Daily News April 1, 2009 Congressman Steve Kagen MD and representatives from area small businesses will be at the Best Western Crandon Inn & Suites on Tuesday, April 7 at 2:30 p.m. to help you, your family and your business. Kagen will discuss […]

No Discrimination in Health Insurance Act

Posted on Mar 31, 2009

This essential legislation will guarantee access to affordable care for every citizen by bringing an end to the discriminatory practice of allowing insurance companies to deny life-saving medical coverage due to any pre-existing medical conditions. Our Constitution protects all citizens against discrimination, and it is time we apply this established principle to health care. The […]

47 million too many uninsured

Posted on Mar 31, 2009

47 million too many uninsured March 31, 2009 By Steve Kagen Green Bay Press Gazette Last week was Cover the Uninsured Week, a national effort to remind all of us that too many citizens do not have access to health care at prices they can afford. Those of you who are without health insurance, and […]

Green Bay couple’s vehicle purchase makes a statement

Posted on Mar 31, 2009

Green Bay couple’s vehicle purchase makes a statement Tax incentive, Obama’s agenda offer motivation March 31, 2009 By Larry Bivins Appleton Post-Crescent WASHINGTON — Joan and Michael Thron acknowledge they didn’t need a new car, but they bought one anyway to show support for President Barack Obama’s economic recovery plan. The Throns, former University of […]

Kagen Says Tax Cut Will Put Money in Workers’ Pockets

Posted on Mar 31, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  SAYS  TAX  CUT  WILL  PUT  MONEY IN  WORKERS’ POCKETS March 31, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. said today that many people will soon begin seeing more money in their paychecks.  As of April 1st, 95% of American workers will receive a tax cut as […]

Kagen Secures Funds for Local Veterans

Posted on Mar 30, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  SECURES  FUNDS  FOR  LOCAL  VETERANS March 30, 2009 Waupaca, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is protecting our veterans as we put our nation on the path to economic recovery.  Kagen announced that the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King will receive $2,278,600 through the American Recovery and […]

Three health clinics in northeastern Wisconsin to receive economic recovery funds

Posted on Mar 28, 2009

Three health clinics in northeastern Wisconsin to receive economic recovery funds By Larry Bivins Appleton Post-Crescent March 28, 2009 WASHINGTON — Three northeastern Wisconsin health clinics will receive economic recovery funding under a program to expand services offered at health care centers nationwide, Rep. Steve Kagen announced Friday. The grants are targeted for health centers […]

Shipbuilder shows thanks

Posted on Mar 28, 2009

Shipbuilder shows thanks By Zac Britton Marinette Eagle Herald March 28, 2009 MARINETTE – After a brief Power Point presentation, comments from U.S. Reps. Bart Stupak and Steve Kagen, and a question-and-answer discussion with Marinette Marine employees, Richard McCreary summarized the thoughts of the Marinette shipbuilder on Friday. "We can’t thank you enough for your […]

Appropriations Requests

Posted on Mar 27, 2009

To ensure that our government is as accountable and as transparent as possible, Members of Congress must post all of their FY (fiscal year) 2010 appropriations requests on their website. As I work to secure funding to help the hardworking people of the 8th Congressional District, I will be regularly posting requests once they are […]

Kagen Applauds Recovery Act Funding for Affordable Health Care in Our Community

Posted on Mar 27, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  APPLAUDS  RECOVERY  ACT  FUNDING  FOR AFFORDABLE  HEALTH  CARE  IN  OUR  COMMUNITY March 27, 2009 Appleton, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D says keeping people healthy will make our economy healthy.  Kagen applauds the investment of funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act in affordable health care […]

Kagen Announces Recovery Act Funds for Austin Straubel Airport

Posted on Mar 27, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN  ANNOUNCES  RECOVERY  ACT  FUNDS FOR  AUSTIN  STRAUBEL  AIRPORT March 27, 2009 Appleton, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. says the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is investing our hard-earned tax dollars right here at home, rebuilding America and creating jobs. Under the Recovery Act, the U.S. Department […]

Contact Form

Posted on Mar 24, 2009

Name:  Prefix First Name MI Last Name Suffix (Jr., Sr.)           Address:    Phone number:  City:  State:Zip: Email:  Issue:  AgricultureDefenseEducationEnergyEnvironmentForeign RelationsGovernment AffairsHealthcareMedicareHomeland SecurityImmigrationIraqJudiciaryLabor and WorkforceSocial SecurityTours – CapitolTours – White HouseTransportationTrade Veterans IssuesWomen’s IssuesOtherSelect the issue to which your letter most relates Response:   (Required) Would you like a written response?NoYes Message:    Please […]

Appleton, WI

Posted on Mar 24, 2009

Location: Honorable Steve Kagen, M.D. Radisson Paper Valley 333 West College Ave. Appleton, WI 54911 Contact: Phone: (920) 380-0061 Fax: (920) 380-0051  

Federal Education Loans and Grants

Posted on Mar 24, 2009

This Information Web page, prepared by the Congressional Research Service for Members of Congress, guides students through the process of locating and applying for financial aid. [Updated March 2006] The basics: getting started Student aid and where it comes from Targeted aid for specific groups Repaying your loans The basics: getting started   Start gathering […]

Academy Nominations

Posted on Mar 24, 2009

Each member of Congress, either in the House of Representatives or the Senate, is allowed a total of five appointees in each service academy. For each vacancy, I am allowed to nominate ten individuals. U.S. Service Academy Nominations Thank you for your interest in the U.S. Service Academies. As your 8th District Representative in the […]

Stupak, Kagen Announce Award of LSC Contract to Marinette Marine

Posted on Mar 23, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 STUPAK, KAGEN ANNOUNCE AWARD OF LCS CONTRACT TO MARINETTE MARINE March 23, 2009 Washington, DC — U.S. Congressmen Bart Stupak (D-Menominee) and Steve Kagen (D-Appleton) announced that the U.S. Navy has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin Corp. for construction of a new Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) at […]

Marinette Marine wins Navy contract

Posted on Mar 23, 2009

Marinette Marine wins Navy contract By Rick Barrett Millwaukee Journal Sentinel March 23, 2009 Marinette Marine and defense contractor Lockheed Martin Corp. have been awarded a U.S. Navy contract to build another combat ship similar to the USS Freedom launched last fall. The award, for an unspecified amount of money, is expected to prevent several […]

Kagen Makes Resources Available to Small Businesses

Posted on Mar 20, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN MAKES RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO SMALL BUSINESSES March 20, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is giving small businesses the necessary resources to create the jobs we need to rebuild our economy. Kagen organized a panel of experts to help small business owners take advantage of […]

Kagen Votes to End Taxpayer Funded Bonuses

Posted on Mar 19, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN VOTES TO END TAXPAYER FUNDED BONUSES March 19, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. today voted to send a clear message that misuse of taxpayer money will not be tolerated. Kagen voted to punish the executives from AIG who gave themselves million dollar bonuses with […]

Kagen Defends Disabled Veterans

Posted on Mar 18, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN DEFENDS DISABLED VETERANS March 18, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is working hard to protect our soldiers before, during and after they serve in harm’s way. Kagen opposes a new proposal that could force veterans to use their private insurance to pay for the […]

Rep. Steve Kagen joins House effort to tax AIG bonuses

Posted on Mar 18, 2009

Rep. Steve Kagen joins House effort to tax AIG bonuses March 18, 2009 By Larry Bivins Appleton Post-Crescent WASHINGTON — American International Group executives who received bonuses would have to return the money in the form of taxes under a House proposal endorsed Tuesday by Rep. Steve Kagen. Advertisement

Kagen Calls on Geithner to Stop AIG Bonuses

Posted on Mar 17, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN CALLS ON GEITHNER TO STOP AIG BONUSES March 17, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. says we cannot allow AIG to get away with using taxpayer money for bonuses for their executives. Kagen joined almost 80 members of Congress in a letter to Treasury Secretary […]

Kagen Helps Small Business

Posted on Mar 16, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN HELPS SMALL BUSINESS Congressman Applauds President’s Small Business Initiative and Proposes Further Legislation March 16, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. today reiterated his determination to help small businesses in Northeast Wisconsin and throughout the nation get the credit they need to create jobs and […]

Doctors and Lawmakers to Discuss Environment Public Policy and Human Health

Posted on Mar 12, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 DOCTORS AND LAWMAKERS TO DISCUSS ENVIRONMENT, PUBLIC POLICY AND HUMAN HEALTH March 12, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. and the Federation of Regional, State and Local Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Societies of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology will hold a forum entitled […]

Kagen Applauds Termination of Mexican Truck Program

Posted on Mar 12, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN APPLAUDS TERMINATION OF MEXICAN TRUCK PROGRAM March 12, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. said we are keeping our nation secure by bringing an end to the unsafe program of allowing unregulated trucks based in Mexico into the United States. “I consider it my primary […]

Kagen we are Investing Recovery Act Funds in Northeast Wisconsin

Posted on Mar 4, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN: WE ARE INVESTING RECOVERY ACT FUNDS IN NORTHEAST WISCONSIN March 4, 2009 Washington, DC — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. is pleased to announce transportation and public safety funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has been approved for Northeast Wisconsin. “We designed the American Recovery and […]

Federal stimulus cash headed toward area

Posted on Mar 3, 2009

Federal stimulus cash headed toward area March 3, 2009 By Larry Bivins Green Bay Press Gazette WASHINGTON — Some much-needed improvements to public housing in Northeastern Wisconsin could begin soon with the first allotment of federal dollars aimed at revitalizing the economy.

Federal stimulus cash headed toward area

Posted on Mar 3, 2009

Federal stimulus cash headed toward area March 3, 2009 By Larry Bivins Green Bay Press Gazette WASHINGTON — Some much-needed improvements to public housing in Northeastern Wisconsin could begin soon with the first allotment of federal dollars aimed at revitalizing the economy.

Stupak, Kagen Announce Navy Contract for MarinetteMarine

Posted on Mar 2, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 STUPAK, KAGEN ANNOUNCE NAVY CONTRACT FOR MARINETTE MARINE March 2, 2009 Washington, DC — U.S. Congressmen Bart Stupak (D-Menominee) and Steve Kagen (D-Appleton) announced that the U.S. Navy has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin Corp. that will allow Marinette Marine to begin acquiring materials for the construction […]

Major Improvements to Outagamie County Airport

Posted on Mar 2, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS TO OUTAGAMIE COUNTY AIRPORT Over $1million in improvements and a new flight announced March 2, 2009 Appleton, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. and Airport Director Marty Lenss announced major improvements to the Outagamie County Airport today expanding both the airport and flight opportunities. This morning […]

Kagen Announces First Allocation of Recovery Act Funding

Posted on Feb 28, 2009

Press Release Media Contact: Jake Rubin 202.225.5665 KAGEN ANNOUNCES FIRST ALLOCATION OF RECOVERY ACT FUNDING February 28, 2009 Appleton, WI — Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. announced that the first round of funding for the 8th Congressional District from the American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act has been allocated. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban […]

Privacy Policy

Posted on Feb 13, 2009

Privacy Statement for Rep. Steve Kagen We respect the privacy of our on-line visitors and collect only a very limited amount of user information. This information is used only to improve the content and design of the Web site. Collected information includes the IP addresses of visitors, time of access, browser type used, and pages […]

Protecting our Environment

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

As a physician I have been studying air quality for a quarter century.  I deeply appreciate the connections between a healthy environment and healthy people.  Wisconsin has a proud heritage of environmental activism, led by Aldo Leopold, Senator Gaylord Nelson – the father of Earth Day and our state’s Native Americans.  In the short term, […]

Health Care

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

As a physician, I see this crisis everyday.  For many of my patients, it’s either skip a pill or skip a meal.  We do not need socialized medicine, nor do we need more government control of our personal health.  I believe we can guarantee access to affordable care for every citizen by enacting these essential […]

Iraq

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

I support our troops, but not failed policy.  We must do whatever it takes to secure our nation and keep hostilities from our shores. But after nearly six years of sacrifice by our brave soldiers, one thing is clear: we cannot afford to continue our costly involvement in the religious civil war in Iraq.  Our troops […]

Energy

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

To build a better future, we must become an energy independent nation.  Becoming energy independent will require a sense of shared sacrifice from everyone, but a well-conceived strategy will succeed when developed in the open, not behind closed doors.  We must emit less carbon dioxide, pollutants, and greenhouse gases and enable existing utilities to become […]

Taxes

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

We all understand we can’t get something for nothing. What we really want is fair taxation, and this is the real principle that should guide our tax policy. I am working hard to ensure tax fairness and represent the best interests of all people in the 8th District. We also need to simplify our tax […]

Immigration

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

America has always been the land of hope and opportunity, and those who were immigrants in the past have become the leaders of our future.  But past policies such as our "invisible border" and uncontrolled immigration have threatened our national security, increased health care costs, and sent our country’s educational costs through the roof.   […]

Economic Crisis: The Medicine We Need

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

We are engaged in the economic emergency of our generation and we need thoughtful leaders who have good judgment.   Our economy has been wounded by three simultaneous shots: a worldwide collapse in the financial markets, a severe credit crunch, and dramatic failures in our housing and automobile markets.  During the past few years, through […]

Security

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

Today, like it or not, we are all living on the front lines.  By implementing the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission on Homeland Security, we have taken a wise first step in securing ourselves. We must also secure our borders and do everything possible to reduce threats from nuclear weapons.  Terrorism is a tactic used by […]

Integrity

Posted on Feb 12, 2009

During these challenging economic times, it is easy to understand why public confidence is at an all time low.  But I truly believe that good government will make the difference in our lives and the lives of our children and grandchildren.  What we need in government today are leaders with good judgment.  We’ve seen what […]

Washington, D.C. Office

Posted on Feb 10, 2009

Location: Honorable Steve Kagen, M.D. 1232 Longworth HOB Washington DC 20515 Contact: Phone: 202) 225-5665 Fax: (202) 225-5729

Green Bay, WI Office

Posted on Feb 10, 2009

Location: Honorable Steve Kagen, M.D. 700 E.Walnut Street Green Bay, WI 54301 Contact: Phone: (920) 437-1954 Fax: (920) 437-1978 In Wisconsin, call toll free at 1-800 773-8579  

Contact Steve Kagen

Posted on Feb 10, 2009

Green Bay Honorable Steve Kagen, M.D. 700 E.Walnut Street Green Bay, WI 54301 Phone: (920) 437-1954 Fax: (920) 437-1978 Appleton Honorable Steve Kagen, M.D. Radisson Paper Valley 333 West College Ave. Appleton, WI 54911 Phone: (920) 380-0061 Fax: (920) 380-0051 Washington, DC Honorable Steve Kagen, M.D. 1232 Longworth HOB Washington DC 20515 Phone: 202) 225-5665 […]

Stimulus top topic of Kagen call

Posted on Feb 4, 2009

Stimulus top topic of Kagen call February 4, 2009 By Tim Ryan Shawano Leader U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen (D-Wis.) fielded phone calls from constituents in a nine-county area Tuesday during an hour-long town hall teleconference dominated by questions about a proposed $815 billion federal stimulus package.

Listen to Congressman Kagen’s Tele-Town Hall Meeting from February 3, 2009

Posted on Feb 3, 2009

On February 3, 2009, over 3,400 residents of Shawano, Oconto, Marinette, Menominee, Florence, Forest, Langlade, Oneida and Vilas counties had the opportunity to listen to Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. discuss critical problems facing everyone in Northeast Wisconsin – the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, affordable health care and creating higher-wage jobs up north. They participated […]

Help with Federal Agencies

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

If you can’t get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, my office might be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need. While we cannot guarantee you a favorable outcome, we will do our best to help […]

Congressional Internships

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

The office of Congressman Steve Kagen runs an internship program accepting college students interested in learning about the operations of a congressional office. In addition to general office support, interns assist the Congressman’s staff with constituent services, Capitol tours, and light research. Interns are also encouraged to attend hearings, lectures, and seminars available in Congress […]

Washington, D.C. – Tourist Information

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

Request a tour Washington, D.C. – Tourist Information Memorials, Monuments, Museums, and Points of Interest Outdoor Theaters Plantations and Historic Mansions The Smithsonian Institution Sports Theaters Tours & Other Places of Interest Transportation Washington, DC & Adjacent State Home Pages Weather Forecast for Washington, DC Memorials, Monuments, Museums, and Points of Interest The Corcoran Gallery […]

Request a Tour

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

For those constituents visiting the Washington D.C. area, I am pleased to offer this information on local tours and points of interest. As this information is subject to change throughout the year, I recommend that you call the numbers listed to ensure times and availabilities of tours. Reservations can be made six months in advance. […]

Order a United States Flag

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

An American flag flown over the United States Capitol is a very special way to honor a friend or loved one to commemorate one of life’s milestones, such as a birthday, Eagle Scout Court of Honor, graduation, wedding, anniversary, or retirement. Senator Kohl’s office can arrange the purchase of a United States flag that will […]

Federal Government Resources

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

Legislative Branch The U.S. Senate Government Printing Office (GPO) Library of Congress (LOC) The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) Government Acccountability Office (GAO) Center for Legislative Archives, National Archives and Records Administration Executive Branch Executive Office of the President (White House) The President’s Cabinet (Federal Agencies) Independent Federal Agencies and Commissions FirstGov The Federal Information […]

Business Opportunities with the Federal Government

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

Information gateway, prepared by the Congressional Research Service for Members of Congress, provides guidance and online procurement procedures for doing business with the federal government. [March 2007] Information and Training Registration Requirements Federal Business Opportunities Subcontracting Opportunities Selling to the Military and Department of Defense Information and Training Learning how to sell successfully to the […]

Federal Grants And Funding Assistance

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

GRANT RESOURCES Amanda Dietrich in Congressman Kagen’s Appleton office is available to assist constituents of the 8th Congressional District with locating grant resources, writing effective grant applications and answering other questions related to the grant process. Amanda can be reached by email at [email protected] or by calling 920-380-0061. In April, 2010, Congressman Kagen held a […]

Stem Cell Progress

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

As a physician, I understand human illness and the personal suffering of patients and their families. That is why I sponsored legislation for stem cell progress to fulfill the promise of finding a cure for many life-altering and painful disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, juvenile diabetes, and spinal cord injuries.  Saying no to stem cell progress would […]

Education

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

If we get public education right, everything else will follow.  But if we get education wrong, not much else will matter.   A great public education made a great difference in my life, and one of my top priorities is to constantly improve our public schools, universities, and technical colleges so they will make a […]

Greatest Challenges We Face

Posted on Feb 2, 2009

We must begin to think differently in America and find a better way to do things. During the past decade, our government lost its way and failed to listen to ordinary people. We must restore faith in our government, for good government will make a positive difference in people ‘s lives.  Let ‘s restore our faith […]

Rep. Steve Kagen pitches pluses of federal economic stimulus package

Posted on Jan 29, 2009

Rep. Steve Kagen pitches pluses of federal economic stimulus package January 29, 2009 By J.E. Espino Post-Crescent staff writer APPLETON — "It’s an investment we need to make to stimulate our economy," Kagen said Wednesday in a phone interview from Washington, D.C., minutes before the U.S. House of Representatives put the $825 billion bill up […]

Listen to Congressman Kagen’s Tele-Town Hall Meeting from January 29, 2009

Posted on Jan 29, 2009

On January 29, 2009, over 7,200 people from Brown, Door and Kewaunee counties had the opportunity to listen to Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. discuss critical problems facing everyone in Northeast Wisconsin – student loans, affordable prescription drugs for seniors, keeping jobs from going overseas and how the recently passed American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan will […]

Listen to Congressman Kagen’s Tele-Town Hall Meeting from January 27, 2009

Posted on Jan 27, 2009

On January 27, 2009, over 4,000 residents of Outagamie and Waupaca counties had the opportunity to listen to Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. discuss critical problems facing everyone in Northeast Wisconsin – jobs and economic development, access to health care, energy independence, education – and how the American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Plan, which was being […]

The 8th Congressional District of Wisconsin

Posted on Jan 26, 2009

Here is a list of counties that I represent: Brown County County Web Site More Information Door County County Web Site More Information Florence County County Web Site More Information Forest County County Web Site More Information Kewaunee County County Web Site More Information Langlade County County Web Site More Information Marinette County County Web […]

Welcome Message

Posted on Jan 26, 2009

Welcome to the First Congressional District’s virtual office. It is my hope that this site offers you a variety of resources from learning about me, Colorado, and how I can help you. Please contact me through the website if you have any questions, and I encourage you to sign up for my e-newsletter. {source} [[img […]

In the News

Posted on Jan 26, 2009

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Feature Videos

Posted on Jan 26, 2009

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Media Center

Posted on Jan 26, 2009

Press Releases Obama Should Act To Overturn Stem Cell Restrictions By Executive Order WASHINGTON – U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Michael Castle (R-DE), chief architects of legislation expanding stem cell research, led a bipartisan group of legislators today… >> read more Featured Video   Diana in the News Peanut Bummer “Rep. Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) […]

Problems we Face Together

Posted on Jan 26, 2009

HEALTH CARE | THE RELIGIOUS CIVIL WAR IN IRAQ | ENERGY | TAXES | IMMIGRATION | ECONOMY | SECURITY | INTEGRITY | PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT & OUR GREAT LAKES | EDUCATION | STEM CELL PROGRESS | GREATEST CHALLENGES FACING THE UNITED STATES HEALTH CARE Let me be perfectly clear – we do not need socialized […]

Constituent Services

Posted on Jan 26, 2009

As your representative in Congress, Congresswoman DeGette’s top priority is to listen and to help those in need of assistance in Congress or with federal departments and independent federal agencies.  Congresswoman DeGette maintains an office in Washington, D.C. and one in Denver, CO. Constituents are always welcome to call, write, e-mail, or visit either of these offices.

Biography

Posted on Jan 23, 2009

Steve Kagen was born and raised in Appleton, Wisconsin, where he and his wife Gayle raised four children. His first job was at the Foremost Dairy where he bagged sugar and whey. He later earned an Honors Degree in Molecular Biology and his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  Dr. Kagen founded the Kagen […]

A Remedy for What Ails Us: More Doctors in 111th Congress

Posted on Jan 7, 2009

A Remedy for What Ails Us: More Doctors in 111th Congress By: Sara Ditta Special to Roll Call January 7, 2009 As Dr. Steve Kagen watched a mounting number of prescriptions go unfilled because his patients couldn’t afford the medication, he realized the way to have a more significant effect on his patients’ lives was […]

Congressman Opposes Chrysler’s Bid for Loans

Posted on Dec 9, 2008

Congressman Opposes Chrysler’s Bid for Loans By: Alex P. Kellogg Wall Street Journal December 9, 2008 Chrysler LLC’s bid to get emergency loans from the federal government ran into opposition last week when congressmen asked why the private-equity group that controls the auto maker doesn’t put up some money itself.

Commentary: Strong medicine can cure crisis

Posted on Dec 7, 2008

Commentary: Strong medicine can cure crisis By: Congressman Kagen Op-Ed Appleton Post Crescent December 7, 2008 There is no doubt; these are tough times for everyone. Our economic challenges extend from boardrooms to our living rooms, and from the financial markets to every factory floor.

Bailout Bill for Wall Street was More of the Same

Posted on Oct 1, 2008

Congressman Kagen Op-Ed Bailout Bill for Wall Street was More of the Same The unprecedented Wall Street bailout bill brought before the U.S. House of Representatives by the Republican administration sought to reward high-powered financial speculators, not your family. It would not bring back the jobs we lost in New London, Waupaca, Marinette, Niagara, and […]

Trading practice for political medicine

Posted on Oct 1, 2008

The New Physician – the magazine of the American Medical Student’s Student Association Trading practice for political medicine By Steve Woo October 2008 After three decades as a practicing physician, Rep. Steve Kagen, M.D., (D-Wis.) knows the importance of having health insurance. So when the time came to sign up for the congressional health plan […]

Situation in Iraq still ‘fragile,’ Kagen says

Posted on Jul 30, 2008

Green Bay Press Gazette Situation in Iraq still ‘fragile,’ Kagen says July 30, 2008 WASHINGTON — Iraq is still a dangerous place for U.S. troops, despite political and military progress, U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen said Tuesday after a visit there.

Kagen’s energy plans for Congress make sense

Posted on Jul 23, 2008

Oconto County Reporter Kagen’s energy plans for Congress make sense The Editorial July 23, 2008 During a recent stop in Marinette, Democrat Congressman Dr. Steve Kagen, told Marinette Eagle Herald Reporter Donn Williams about his proposals for short and long term solutions for our worsening energy crisis.

Listen to Congressman Kagen’s Tele-Town Hall Meeting from June 11, 2008

Posted on Jun 11, 2008

On June 11, 2008, Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. responded to questions from his constituents on pressing problems such as skyrocketing prices for gas and prescription drugs and a host of other issues, as over 6,000 people from Northern Wisconsin took part last night in a Tele-Town Hall. Residents of Shawano, Waupaca, Door, Kewaunee, Oconto, Menominee, […]

Listen to Congressman Kagen’s Tele-Town Hall Meeting from June 4, 2008

Posted on Jun 4, 2008

On June 4, 2008, nearly 9,000 residents of Brown and Outagamie counties had the opportunity to listen to Congressman Steve Kagen, M.D. discuss health care, veterans benefits, energy, bringing higher wage jobs back to Wisconsin and many other topics. They participated from the comfort of their own homes as part of Kagen’s Tele-Town Hall, an […]