Waukesha Times

Scott Fitzgerald, the Representative for Wisconsin’s 5th District, active since taking over from Jim Sensenbrenner in 2021, has been engaging with his constituents through a series of Twitter posts. Covering various advisories and policy stances, these posts offer helpful reminders and unveil his perspectives on current regulations.

On March 24, Fitzgerald reminded constituents about the importance of ensuring that passports are up-to-date as travel increases with the change in seasons. He emphasized, "As spring and summer travel approach, make sure to double-check that your passports are current and haven’t expired! If any passport issues arise, my office is here to help constituents of WI-05. Please contact my district office at (262) 784-1111 and visit my website at: https://t.co/xq5BRDOENX".

On March 25, Fitzgerald addressed financial legislation, asserting the importance of enhancing opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses. He stated, "Expanding and diversifying the pool of accredited investors is essential to unlocking new funding opportunities—especially for entrepreneurs and small businesses across the country. Some current regulations continue to create unnecessary hurdles. It’s time to cut the red tape https://t.co/MGIXgFgqQ7".

The following day, March 26, Fitzgerald critiqued the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for its substantial regulatory role. He declared, "For years, the CFPB has operated with significant regulatory power, and Director Chopra seemed to enjoy the havoc it created in the private sector—I’m convinced he saw it as part of his mission. While consumer protection is critical, the regulations are overly burdensome and are https://t.co/SAMmwpd6Z1".