Disability Rights Wisconsin: Commends Gov. Walker’s commitment to Wisconsin students with disabilities

Contact: Sally Flaschberger (414) 773-4646, sallyf@drwi.org Madison, WI- Governor Walker’s recent announcement regarding education in the state budget, highlighted investments in programs that will support children with disabilities in schools across Wisconsin. The budget is expected to include several proposals related to employment and mental health. The Governor has also included funding for the Milwaukee Public Schools which will enhance the lives of student in one of the poorest area of the State. Disability Rights Wisconsin looks forward to working collaboratively with the Governor and members of the legislature to address these and other priority issues for children with disabilities

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MON PM Update: Fitzgerald says some GOP senators may not back Walker’s $649 million boost for K-12

From WisPolitics.com … — Though he didn’t rule out the possibility, Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald says the deeper the state gets into the budget process, the less likely it is that he would join the Trump administration. Fitzgerald also defended the decision by GOP leaders to hire outside counsel in the redistricting lawsuit and said some of his members likely won’t support the guv’s… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me  

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Milwaukee Public Schools: MPS, City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Bucks to announce the return of Midnight Basketball League

Contact: Denise Callaway (MPS): (414) 475-8650, callawde@milwaukee.k12.wi.us Mark Rosenberg (Milwaukee Bucks): (414) 489-2120, mrosenberg@bucks.com MILWAUKEE (February 6, 2017) – Milwaukee Public Schools, along with partners including the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission, Milwaukee Bucks and Running Rebels, will announce the launch of a Midnight Basketball League on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 4 p.m. at Bradley Technology and Trade High School – 700 S. 4th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204. The Midnight Basketball League is part of the new MPS C.A.R.E.S. (Community and Recreation Engaging Students) initiative, which was announced in October, 2016. Young men 17

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Schenck presents real estate forum featuring Packers, Bucks guest presenters

Schenck is hosting the 2017 Real Estate Forum, “Transforming your Playbook for Change,” featuring guest presenters Ed Policy, vice president and general counsel of the Green Bay Packers, and Peter Feigin, president of the Milwaukee Bucks. Participants will learn how game changers brace innovation and lead transformative teams. Presenters will first review tax opportunities that currently exist for real estate owners and operators, and then share how potential tax legislation could become a game changer under the new presidential administration. Presenters will evaluate the impact of potential tax rate compression on capital gains and provide details on possible home ownership

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Schenck presents real estate forum featuring Packers, Bucks guest presenters

Schenck is hosting the 2017 Real Estate Forum, “Transforming your Playbook for Change,” featuring guest presenters Ed Policy, vice president and general counsel of the Green Bay Packers, and Peter Feigin, president of the Milwaukee Bucks. Participants will learn how game changers embrace innovation and lead transformative teams. Presenters will first review tax opportunities that currently exist for real estate owners and operators, and then share how potential tax legislation could become a game changer under the new presidential administration. Presenters will evaluate the impact of potential tax rate compression on capital gains and provide details on possible home ownership

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Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Supports AxleTech UAW workers on strike for a fair contract

Contact: Karen Hickey (414) 573-7579, khickey@wisaflcio.org MILWAUKEE—The Wisconsin AFL-CIO called today on AxleTech International to return to the bargaining table and negotiate a fair and equitable contract. United Auto Workers Local 291 voted overwhelming to reject a company contract proposal on Saturday, January 28, 2016 and went on strike starting Monday, February 6, 2016. “The men and women of UAW Local 291 at AxleTech are taking a brave stand for the middle class,” said Phil Neuenfeldt, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO. “As workers’ wages lag and corporate profits continue to go disproportionately to the top, striking workers are standing up

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Rep. Joan Ballweg: 13th annual Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship

Contact: (888) 534-0041 Madison- Scholarship applications are currently being accepted for the 13th Annual Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship. This year’s deadline is April 3, 2017. Eligibility is open to all graduating seniors continuing their education in a 2-year technical college program or a 4-year baccalaureate degree program.  Students must be graduating with at least a 3.0 average on a 4.0 point scale, and must reside in the district. If you are unsure whether or not you reside in the 41st Assembly District, you can visit the legislature’s website at www.legis.wisconsin.gov.  Then type in your address under “Find My Legislators” to

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U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner: For the second consecutive year, Congressman Sensenbrenner earns perfect voting record

Contact: Nicole Tieman (202) 225-5101 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Each year, CQ releases a comprehensive vote study featuring the records of each Member of Congress. For the second year in a row, Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner obtained a perfect voting record of 100 percent by not missing a single vote. Only 15 out of the 435 Members in the House of Representatives achieved this rating. Congressman Sensenbrenner: “Serving the citizens of Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District is a responsibility that I have never taken lightly. Each year, I host more than 100 public events, such as town hall meetings and office hours, and respond

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Speaker Ryan: Transfers $3.4 million to NRCC

Washington, D.C. – House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) announced today that his national political operation, Team Ryan, transferred $3.4 million to the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) this month. This eclipses the previous January transfer high for a Republican Speaker – $2.5 million – also from Team Ryan. Congressman Steve Stivers is off to an impressive start as NRCC Chairman. As conservatives prepare for a competitive election cycle, Team Ryan is committed to standing with Chairman Stivers to defend and strengthen our Republican House majority. Speaker Ryan will continue to support the NRCC and he has now transferred nearly $45 million

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Republican National Committee: Chairwoman McDaniel announces additional RNC senior staff

Contact: (202) 863-8614 WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel announced additional key senior staff positions today, naming Juston Johnson as Political Director, Ryan Mahoney as Communications Director, Richard Walters as Finance Director, and Jeff Larson as Senior Advisor to the committee. These key aides join recently announced Chief of Staff, Sara Armstrong, as the RNC continues to build its senior staff for the 2018 cycle. “The RNC is building the best team in politics as we prepare to win key races in 2017 and 2018,” said Chairwoman McDaniel. “Our political, communications, and fundraising departments are second to none and I’m

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Joins bipartisan group of senators urging President Trump to include broadband in any infrastructure initiative

Contact: (202) 224-6225 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Angus King (I-ME), Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND) and John Boozman (R-AR) and a group of 42 senators in urging President Trump to include broadband in any infrastructure initiative. “A broad agenda to promote broadband access will empower Americans living in every community – from urban city centers to rural towns – with economic opportunities that will jumpstart growth in jobs and wages,” the senators wrote. “That is why improving broadband access must be a priority in the 115th Congress and

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Disability Rights Wisconsin: Commends Gov. Walker’s commitment to Wisconsin students with disabilities

Contact: Sally Flaschberger (414) 773-4646, sallyf@drwi.org Madison, WI- Governor Walker’s recent announcement regarding education in the state budget, highlighted investments in programs that will support children with disabilities in schools across Wisconsin. The budget is expected to include several proposals related to employment and mental health. The Governor has also

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Milwaukee Public Schools: MPS, City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Bucks to announce the return of Midnight Basketball League

Contact: Denise Callaway (MPS): (414) 475-8650, callawde@milwaukee.k12.wi.us Mark Rosenberg (Milwaukee Bucks): (414) 489-2120, mrosenberg@bucks.com MILWAUKEE (February 6, 2017) – Milwaukee Public Schools, along with partners including the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission, Milwaukee Bucks and Running Rebels, will announce the launch of a Midnight

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Schenck presents real estate forum featuring Packers, Bucks guest presenters

Schenck is hosting the 2017 Real Estate Forum, “Transforming your Playbook for Change,” featuring guest presenters Ed Policy, vice president and general counsel of the Green Bay Packers, and Peter Feigin, president of the Milwaukee Bucks. Participants will learn how game changers brace innovation and lead transformative teams. Presenters will

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Schenck presents real estate forum featuring Packers, Bucks guest presenters

Schenck is hosting the 2017 Real Estate Forum, “Transforming your Playbook for Change,” featuring guest presenters Ed Policy, vice president and general counsel of the Green Bay Packers, and Peter Feigin, president of the Milwaukee Bucks. Participants will learn how game changers embrace innovation and lead transformative teams. Presenters will

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Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Supports AxleTech UAW workers on strike for a fair contract

Contact: Karen Hickey (414) 573-7579, khickey@wisaflcio.org MILWAUKEE—The Wisconsin AFL-CIO called today on AxleTech International to return to the bargaining table and negotiate a fair and equitable contract. United Auto Workers Local 291 voted overwhelming to reject a company contract proposal on Saturday, January 28, 2016 and went on strike starting

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Rep. Joan Ballweg: 13th annual Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship

Contact: (888) 534-0041 Madison- Scholarship applications are currently being accepted for the 13th Annual Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship. This year’s deadline is April 3, 2017. Eligibility is open to all graduating seniors continuing their education in a 2-year technical college program or a 4-year baccalaureate degree program.  Students must be

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Speaker Ryan: Transfers $3.4 million to NRCC

Washington, D.C. – House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) announced today that his national political operation, Team Ryan, transferred $3.4 million to the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) this month. This eclipses the previous January transfer high for a Republican Speaker – $2.5 million – also from Team Ryan. Congressman Steve Stivers

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Republican National Committee: Chairwoman McDaniel announces additional RNC senior staff

Contact: (202) 863-8614 WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel announced additional key senior staff positions today, naming Juston Johnson as Political Director, Ryan Mahoney as Communications Director, Richard Walters as Finance Director, and Jeff Larson as Senior Advisor to the committee. These key aides join recently announced Chief of

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