U.S. Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH)
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Lawmakers reintroduce resolution on dangers of physician-assisted suicide
On May 1, 2024, Representatives Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) and Lou Correa (D-CA) introduced a resolution in Congress expressing concerns over physician-assisted suicide. The resolution highlights the risks it poses to vulnerable populations.
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Wenstrup requests access to Fauci's emails amid "secret back channel" investigation
On May 1, 2024, Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Chairman Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) requested access to Dr. Anthony Fauci’s personal email accounts and cellphone records. This request follows new evidence suggesting that Dr. Fauci may have used his personal email account for official government communications during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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HHS proposes formal debarment of EcoHealth Alliance, suspends funding
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has accepted a recommendation from the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic to formally debar EcoHealth Alliance, Inc. (EcoHealth). This decision was announced by Chairman Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio), who also revealed that HHS will immediately commence official debarment proceedings and implement a government-wide suspension of U.S. taxpayer funds to EcoHealth, including a hold on all active grants.
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EcoHealth Alliance President Peter Daszak to Appear for Public Hearing
EcoHealth Alliance President Dr. Peter Daszak is set to appear for a public hearing on May 1, 2024, following discrepancies in his previous testimony to the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic and other committees. The Chairs of the committees have raised concerns about the veracity of EcoHealth's statements regarding the funding of gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV).In a letter to Dr. Daszak, the Chairs stated, "These revelations undermine your credibility as well as every factual assertion you made during your transcribed...
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Dr. Anthony Fauci to Testify at Public Hearing on June 3
Washington, D.C. - The Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Chairman Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) has announced that Dr. Anthony Fauci will testify publicly for the first time since retiring from public service at a hearing before the Select Subcommittee on June 3, 2024. Chairman Wenstrup emphasized that accountability to the American people remains paramount, stating, "Retirement from public service does not excuse Dr. Fauci from accountability to the American people."In a statement, Chairman Wenstrup highlighted the importance of the upcoming hearing, noting,...
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Wenstrup Votes for American Leadership to Counter Dictators and Terrorists Around the Globe
Washington, D.C. - Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) issued this statement following his support for passage of security funding bills supporting U.S. allies:Wenstrup emphasized the importance of American leadership in countering global threats, stating, "I have spent my life protecting the liberties of the American people and shielding them from harm, and this vote was no exception." He highlighted the principle of "America First means America leads," stressing the need to stand by allies in various regions.Expressing concern over the situation in Ukraine, Wenstrup criticized...
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Wenstrup Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Economic Assistance Programs for Veterans Passes House
On April 1, 2024, the House of Representatives approved the Veterans Economic Opportunity and Transition Administration Act, H.R. 3738, a bill introduced by Rep. Brad Wenstrup and Rep. Mike Levin. The legislation aims to enhance economic assistance programs for veterans by addressing the current imbalance in resource allocation within the Veterans Benefits Administration.Currently, the Veterans Benefits Administration primarily focuses on disability compensation and pension claims, leaving other critical benefits like transition assistance, vocational rehabilitation, and...
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Reps. Wenstrup & Murphy to Hold Press Conference on Bill to Ban DEI in Medical Schools
Reps. Brad Wenstrup and Greg Murphy are set to hold a press conference on the EDUCATE Act, a bill that aims to ban Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices in medical schools. The legislation, introduced by Rep. Murphy, seeks to cut off all Federal funding, including student loans, to medical schools and accrediting institutions with race-based mandates and DEI practices.The press conference, scheduled for Tuesday, March 19th, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. EDT, will feature Rep. Brad Wenstrup, Rep. Greg Murphy, Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, President of Do No Harm, and Tabia Lee,...
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Reps. Wenstrup and Murphy Introduce Bill to Ban DEI in Medicine
Reps. Brad Wenstrup, D.P.M. and Greg Murphy, M.D. have introduced the Embracing anti-Discrimination, Unbiased Curricula, and Advancing Truth in Education (EDUCATE) Act, aimed at banning race-based mandates at medical schools and accrediting institutions.Congressman Brad Wenstrup, D.P.M., emphasized the importance of non-discriminatory medical education, stating, "Physicians should treat patients as they would themselves and their families, rather than being forced to pledge, affirm, or adopt tenets that have infiltrated higher education."Similarly, Congressman Greg...
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Reps. Wenstrup and Blumenauer Release Bipartisan Draft to Expand Access to Health Care at Home
Representatives Brad Wenstrup and Earl Blumenauer have unveiled a bipartisan discussion draft of legislation aimed at expanding access to healthcare at home. The draft legislation seeks to extend the Hospital Care at Home waivers, which have allowed for the delivery of hospital-level care to Medicare beneficiaries in their own homes. The Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCAH) initiative, launched in 2020 in response to challenges faced by hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic, has seen significant success with 277 hospitals across 123 health systems in 37 states approved to...
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Reps. Wenstrup & Schneider Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Make Telehealth & Primary Care Visits More Affordable
Washington, D.C. - Following yesterday’s House Ways and Means committee hearing on increasing access to care at home in rural and underserved communities, Reps. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) and Brad Schneider (D-IL) introduced the Bipartisan Primary and Virtual Care Affordability Act to enhance the affordability of primary care and telehealth for patients with High-Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs)."Improving Americans’ health spans through preventative care will not only lengthen their lives, but will also lower their out-of-pocket costs,” said Rep. Wenstrup. “That’s why I am...
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Reps. Wenstrup, Murphy, Pascrell, Morelle Call on Biden Administration to Implement No Surprises Act
Reps. Brad Wenstrup, Greg Murphy, Bill Pascrell, and Joe Morelle, along with 35 additional Members of Congress, have penned a letter to key government officials urging the Biden Administration to ensure the proper implementation of the No Surprises Act. The letter, addressed to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, Department of the Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, and Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor Julie Su, emphasizes the importance of addressing various issues such as the qualified payment amount (QPA), network...
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Wenstrup Introduces 'Havana Syndrome' Health Bill
Washington, D.C. - Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) and Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the issue of anomalous health incidents, also known as "Havana Syndrome". The bill, named the Initiating Imperative Reporting on Anomalous Health Incidents Act, or IIR on AHI Act, directs the Secretary of Defense to provide the House and Senate Armed Services Committees with a briefing on these incidents.The legislation would require the Department of Defense (DOD) to share information with the Committees regarding confirmed or suspected...
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Wenstrup Releases Draft Legislation to Secure Domestic Manufacturing of Critical Battlefield Medicines & Devices
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Brad Wenstrup has unveiled a discussion draft of legislation aimed at promoting a stronger domestic manufacturing sector for critical battlefield medicines and devices in the United States. The bill seeks to address the concerning issue of reliance on foreign countries, particularly China, for the production of essential medical supplies.In a statement, Congressman Wenstrup expressed his concerns about the current state of affairs, stating, "Many of the name brand and generic medications millions of Americans rely on every day are being...
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Reps. Wenstrup and Davis Lead Bill to Expand Housing Opportunities for Homeless Students, Including Veterans and Foster Youth
Washington, D.C. - Reps. Brad R. Wenstrup and Danny K. Davis have introduced a bill aimed at increasing affordable housing for homeless students, including homeless youth, veterans, and foster youth. The legislation seeks to improve the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), which reduces tax liability for developers who build or rehabilitate affordable rental housing units.Currently, the LIHTC has a "student rule" that prohibits full-time students from living in LIHTC-funded properties, in order to prevent the building of dorms with LIHTC funds. However, this rule...
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Wenstrup Applauds Passage of H.R. 485, The Protecting Health Care for All Patients Act
Feb 1 2024Washington, D.C. - The Protecting Health Care for All Patients Act, also known as H.R. 485, has been passed with bipartisan support. This legislation aims to protect individuals with chronic illnesses and disabilities from discrimination by prohibiting the use of quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) in all Federal programs.Representative Brad Wenstrup, a physician and co-leader of the bill, expressed his satisfaction with the passage of the legislation, emphasizing the importance of treating all patients with dignity and respect. He highlighted the detrimental...
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Rep. Wenstrup Votes to Provide Tax Relief to Hard-Working Ohio Families
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Brad Wenstrup expressed his support for the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, which recently passed in Congress. In a statement, Wenstrup highlighted the importance of providing much-needed relief to hard-working Ohio families.Wenstrup emphasized the extension of critical provisions from President Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) as a means to foster economic growth and address challenges faced by the American economy, particularly from countries like China. He noted the positive impact of the TCJA, which...
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House Passes Wenstrup's Social Security Child Protection Act
Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 3667, the Social Security Child Protection Act of 2023, a bipartisan legislation introduced by Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH). The bill aims to address the challenges faced by families in obtaining a new social security number for their children after their original number has been compromised due to identity fraud.Under the current policies of the Social Security Administration, it is difficult for families to obtain a new social security number for a child whose card has been lost or stolen. The Social...
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Wenstrup & Select Subcommittee Members Question Dr. Anthony Fauci for Two-Days, 14-Hours
Washington, D.C. - In a two-day, 14-hour transcribed interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the influential figure in America's COVID-19 response, faced a series of tough questions from the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, led by Chairman Brad Wenstrup. The committee prepared more than 200 pages of questions and 100 exhibits related to Dr. Fauci's role during the pandemic, revealing significant failures in the country's public health system.One of the most notable revelations from the interview was Dr. Fauci's admission that the "6 feet apart" social distancing...
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Wenstrup Releases Statement Following Dr. Fauci’s Two-Day Testimony
Washington, D.C. - After two days of testimony and 14 hours of questioning, Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Chairman Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) has issued a statement regarding Dr. Anthony Fauci's transcribed interview.During the interview, Dr. Fauci made several noteworthy statements that shed light on the failures and concerns within the public health system. One of the key points raised by Dr. Fauci was the potential long-term impact of the policies and mandates he promoted. He acknowledged that these measures may unfortunately increase vaccine hesitancy...