Wied, Tony [R-WI-8]
Republican · WI · 13 bills sponsored
To require the Attorney General to administer grants to discourage repeat offenders.
# HR 7719 Summary **What the Bill Does** HR 7719 would require the U.S. Attorney General to manage a grant program aimed at reducing recidivism—when people released from prison commit crimes again and return to the criminal justice system. The bill establishes a federal funding mechanism to support initiatives designed to discourage individuals from becoming repeat offenders. **Who It Affects** This bill could impact people involved in the criminal justice system, states and local organizations that work on crime prevention and rehabilitation, and law enforcement agencies. It would allocate federal funds to support programs in these areas. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Additional details about specific grant amounts, program requirements, or eligibility criteria are not available from the information provided.
DUMP Red Tape Act
# DUMP Red Tape Act Summary **What the bill does:** The DUMP Red Tape Act requires the Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy to keep operating a "Red Tape Hotline"—a service where small businesses can report problems they experience when trying to follow federal regulations and rules. The office must then compile this feedback into an annual report that gets sent to the SBA and Congress, documenting which regulations are creating the most burden for small companies. **Who it affects:** Primarily small businesses and entities that use the hotline to report regulatory challenges, as well as the SBA's Office of Advocacy, which manages the program. Congress and federal agencies would use the reports to understand which regulations small businesses find most burdensome. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is awaiting consideration in the Senate. The legislation is relatively straightforward—it essentially codifies an existing hotline into law and requires regular reporting on the feedback received, rather than creating an entirely new program or agency.
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, Wisconsin, as the "Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building".
# Summary of HR 5831 **What the Bill Does** This bill would rename the post office building located at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, Wisconsin to the "Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building." The change would be purely ceremonial and would not affect how the post office operates or any of its services. **Who It Affects and Why** The bill honors Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich, likely a military veteran with local significance to Waupaca. The renaming would be meaningful to the local community and serve as a tribute to this individual. The post office itself and its daily operations would not be impacted by the name change. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Tony Wied (R-Wisconsin) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Bringing Assistance for Rural Needs During Shutdowns Act
# Summary of HR 6018: Bringing Assistance for Rural Needs During Shutdowns Act **What the Bill Would Do** This bill is designed to provide financial assistance to rural areas during federal government shutdowns. While specific details about which programs or funding mechanisms are included aren't publicly available yet, the bill's title indicates it aims to ensure that rural communities continue receiving critical support when the federal government temporarily stops operating due to budget disputes. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill would primarily benefit rural communities and agricultural areas that depend on federal programs and services. It affects farmers, rural residents, and local businesses in rural regions. As of now, HR 6018 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Tony Wied, a Republican from Wisconsin's 8th district. --- *Note: Limited details are publicly available about specific provisions in this bill. For more comprehensive information about what assistance would be provided and how it would work, you may want to consult Congress.gov or contact the bill's sponsor directly.*
Supporting Troops’ Access to Recognition Services Act
# Supporting Troops' Access to Recognition Services Act (HR 5989) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to improve access to recognition services for military members and troops. While specific details aren't available in the summary provided, "recognition services" likely refers to official acknowledgment, ceremonies, or programs that honor military service. The bill's title suggests it would remove barriers or expand opportunities for service members to receive these recognitions. **Who It Affects** The legislation would primarily benefit active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families by ensuring they have better access to whatever recognition programs or services the bill establishes or modifies. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5989 is in committee, meaning it's in the early legislative stage and has not yet been voted on by the full House. The bill was introduced by Representative Tony Wied (R-WI) in the 119th Congress. Without more detailed legislative language available, it's difficult to specify exactly which recognition services would be affected or what changes would be made. *Note: For complete details about specific provisions, you can review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*
BLOOD Centers Act
# BLOOD Centers Act (HR 5791) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The BLOOD Centers Act is a proposed law currently being reviewed in Congress. Unfortunately, specific details about this bill's provisions are not available in the information provided. To understand exactly what it would accomplish, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov or the House of Representatives website. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Many bills at this early stage do not advance further in the legislative process. **Next Steps:** If you want to learn more about this bill, you can search for "HR 5791" on Congress.gov, which will provide the complete text, sponsor information, and any recent actions taken on the bill.
Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act
# FROST Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The FROST Act (Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act) is a straightforward technical fix to airport funding rules. Currently, airports can use federal Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants to purchase deicing equipment and build deicing facilities for aircraft, but they cannot use those same funds to build storage facilities for deicing fluids and supplies. This bill would remove that restriction, allowing airports to use AIP grant money for storage buildings and structures related to aircraft deicing operations. **Who It Affects and Why It Matters** This change affects airports across the country, particularly those in cold climates where aircraft deicing is essential for safe winter operations. By allowing airports to use existing federal grant money for storage facilities, the bill removes a funding gap that currently forces airports to cover these storage costs through other budget sources. This could free up local airport resources for other infrastructure needs while ensuring that deicing materials are properly stored and accessible. **Current Status** The bill has passed the U.S. House of Representatives and is awaiting action in the Senate. It is a non-controversial measure with bipartisan support, focused on clarifying how existing federal transportation funds can be used rather than creating new spending.
Go Pack Go Act of 2025
# Go Pack Go Act of 2025 Summary I don't have access to the detailed text or provisions of HR 5165 to provide you with a specific summary of what this bill would do. The basic information available shows it's a House bill sponsored by Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) that's currently in committee review, but the bill's actual content—its purpose, affected groups, and key provisions—aren't specified in the public data I can access. **To get accurate information about this bill, I'd recommend:** - Visiting Congress.gov and searching for "HR 5165" for the full text and summary - Checking Rep. Wied's official website for his statement on the bill - Looking at committee hearing documents if any have been posted I apologize I can't provide more detail without access to the actual bill language. If you have specific questions about what the bill contains, feel free to share that information and I'm happy to help explain it in plain language.
To provide for eligibility for veterans of Operation End Sweep for the Vietnam Service Medal.
# HR 4622 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would make veterans who participated in Operation End Sweep eligible to receive the Vietnam Service Medal. Operation End Sweep was a U.S. military operation that took place after the Vietnam War officially ended, focused on clearing unexploded ordnance (bombs and mines) from Southeast Asia. Currently, these veterans are not automatically recognized as eligible for the Vietnam Service Medal, even though their service was directly related to the aftermath of the Vietnam War. **Who It Affects** The bill would benefit American military veterans who served in Operation End Sweep but have not been recognized with the Vietnam Service Medal. This is a relatively small group of veterans whose contributions to post-war cleanup efforts have not received the same formal military recognition as those who served during the active combat phase of the Vietnam War. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) sponsored the legislation.
FIRE Act
# FIRE Act (HR 4546) - Summary I don't have access to the specific details of this bill to provide you with an accurate summary of what it would do, who it affects, or its key provisions. While I can confirm it's a House bill (HR 4546) from the 119th Congress sponsored by Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI), the bill's subject matter isn't listed in the information provided. **To get a reliable summary, I'd recommend:** - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching "HR 4546" for the full text and official summary - Checking your representative's website for their perspective on bills they sponsor - Looking at nonpartisan sources like the Congressional Research Service or your state legislature's resources If you can provide the bill's text or more details about its purpose, I'd be happy to help explain it in plain language.
SAFE Cities Act
# SAFE Cities Act (HR 3894) Summary Unfortunately, I don't have access to the detailed text or provisions of this specific bill (HR 3894) in my training data. While I can see it's a Republican-sponsored bill currently in committee, I cannot provide accurate information about what it would do without risking giving you incomplete or incorrect details. To get accurate information about this bill, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov** - Search for "HR 3894" to see the full text, summary, and status - **Your representative's office** - They can explain how it might affect your district - **Official legislative summaries** - Congress.gov provides nonpartisan summaries of bills I apologize I can't be more helpful with this particular bill. If you have access to the bill text and would like help understanding specific provisions, I'm happy to help explain legislative language in plain terms.
Safe Routes Act of 2025
# Safe Routes Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** The Safe Routes Act of 2025 would allow logging vehicles to exceed federal weight limits on interstate highways under specific conditions. Currently, federal law restricts how much weight trucks can carry on interstate highways. This bill would direct the Department of Transportation to waive those limits for vehicles transporting raw forest products (like logs, wood chips, and biomass) if the trip is under 150 air miles and the vehicle meets the weight rules of the state it's operating in. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects the logging and forestry industry in Wisconsin and potentially other states that allow heavier loads for logging vehicles. It would make it easier and potentially more cost-effective for timber companies to transport forest products to processing or storage facilities. Consumers could indirectly be affected if transportation cost savings are passed along through lower timber or wood product prices. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
SPEAR Act of 2025
# SPEAR Act of 2025 Summary I don't have detailed information about the specific provisions of HR 1150 (the SPEAR Act of 2025) in my training data, so I can't accurately summarize what this bill would do or who it affects. **What I can tell you:** - It's a House bill introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Tony Wied (R-Wisconsin) - It's currently in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full House vote yet - The subjects aren't listed in the available records **To get accurate information, I'd recommend:** - Visiting Congress.gov and searching for "HR 1150" to see the full bill text, summaries, and any amendments - Checking Rep. Wied's official website for his explanation of the bill's purpose - Looking at news coverage or bill analysis from nonpartisan sources like the Congressional Research Service If you can share more details about what "SPEAR" stands for or the bill's subject matter, I'd be happy to help you understand its implications.