Dems today slammed two bills that would add tougher penalties for some state juvenile offenders, saying those individuals need more treatment instead of being incarcerated for longer periods of time. But Rep. Joe Sanfelippo, R-New Berlin, said Dems are neglecting
U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher today called on the White House to give a “thorough account” of a meeting President Trump held with Russian officials where he was reported to have disclosed highly classified information. Gallagher, a Green Bay Republican and
Tony Kurtz, who took 43.4 percent of the vote in 2014 as he lost to Ron Kind, said he has decided against seeking a rematch with the La Crosse Dem in 2018, in part because of what he sees as
The co-chairs of the Joint Finance Committee say their caucuses are debating whether to sign off on the guv’s push to eliminate the forestry property tax. Meanwhile, the Wisconsin Realtors Association has launched a paid broadcast and mail campaign pushing
Contact: Joe Scialfa or Gina Paige ― 608-266-9000 (MADISON) – Foster families throughout Wisconsin play an important role in the lives of children who need a temporary home, while also providing care and guidance. In recognition of Gov. Scott Walker’s
Ceremonies at King, Spooner and Union Grove Contact: Carla Vigue, Director at (608) 266-0517 Carla.Vigue@dva.wisconsin.gov MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs today announced Memorial Day observances at the state’s three Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemeteries. The theme of this year’s
Contact: Joe Scialfa or Gina Paige ― 608-266-9000 (MADISON) – In recognition of Foster Care Month, Department of Children and Families Secretary Eloise Anderson honored foster parent Joan Klang for her incredible commitment to the children of Dane County who
Contact: Jonathan Barry, Executive Secretary (608) 266-8369 MADISON – The Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL) today approved $320,000 in State Trust Fund Loans to support three community projects in Wisconsin. The BCPL approved the following loans: Village of
[Madison, WI]—Historic victories last year have Wisconsin Republicans engaged and ready to build on their success. Last weekend in Wisconsin Dells, Republican elected officials and grassroots leaders gathered to celebrate their recent electoral successes while organizing for the future. Governor
Contact: Mike Browne, Deputy Director mike@OneWisconsinInstitute.org (608) 444-3483 Senators Swore Oath to Uphold U.S. Constitution, Not Aid and Abet Destruction of Democratic Institutions MADISON, Wis. — To protect the integrity of the federal judiciary, the U.S. Senate should delay action on Donald
GOP members of the Joint Finance Committee nixed the guv’s call to create a refundable tax credit for young adults who “age out” of placement in the state’s foster care program, as well as young adults with disabilities who are
Rev. Lennox Yearwood to Speak at Group’s 15th Anniversary MADISON – On June 8, Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters will celebrate its 15th Anniversary and host one of the most inspiring conservation events of the year, featuring Reverend Lennox Yearwood
Dems today slammed two bills that would add tougher penalties for some state juvenile offenders, saying those individuals need more treatment instead of being incarcerated for longer periods of time. But Rep. Joe Sanfelippo, R-New Berlin, said Dems are neglecting to think of crime victims who “feel like they’re prisoners
U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher today called on the White House to give a “thorough account” of a meeting President Trump held with Russian officials where he was reported to have disclosed highly classified information. Gallagher, a Green Bay Republican and former Marine, said in a series of tweets today while
Tony Kurtz, who took 43.4 percent of the vote in 2014 as he lost to Ron Kind, said he has decided against seeking a rematch with the La Crosse Dem in 2018, in part because of what he sees as a poor political climate for Republicans next year. Kurtz, an
The co-chairs of the Joint Finance Committee say their caucuses are debating whether to sign off on the guv’s push to eliminate the forestry property tax. Meanwhile, the Wisconsin Realtors Association has launched a paid broadcast and mail campaign pushing GOP lawmakers to back the proposal, and the conservative Americans
Contact: Joe Scialfa or Gina Paige ― 608-266-9000 (MADISON) – Foster families throughout Wisconsin play an important role in the lives of children who need a temporary home, while also providing care and guidance. In recognition of Gov. Scott Walker’s proclamation declaring May as Foster Care Month in Wisconsin, Department
Ceremonies at King, Spooner and Union Grove Contact: Carla Vigue, Director at (608) 266-0517 Carla.Vigue@dva.wisconsin.gov MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs today announced Memorial Day observances at the state’s three Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemeteries. The theme of this year’s Memorial Day ceremonies is Remembering WWI in observation of the centennial of
Contact: Joe Scialfa or Gina Paige ― 608-266-9000 (MADISON) – In recognition of Foster Care Month, Department of Children and Families Secretary Eloise Anderson honored foster parent Joan Klang for her incredible commitment to the children of Dane County who have needed a temporary, safe place to call home by
Contact: Jonathan Barry, Executive Secretary (608) 266-8369 MADISON – The Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL) today approved $320,000 in State Trust Fund Loans to support three community projects in Wisconsin. The BCPL approved the following loans: Village of Elmwood, Pierce County / Finance road construction / $52,000 Town
[Madison, WI]—Historic victories last year have Wisconsin Republicans engaged and ready to build on their success. Last weekend in Wisconsin Dells, Republican elected officials and grassroots leaders gathered to celebrate their recent electoral successes while organizing for the future. Governor Walker, Speaker Ryan, Senator Johnson, and company engaged attendees to
Contact: Mike Browne, Deputy Director mike@OneWisconsinInstitute.org (608) 444-3483 Senators Swore Oath to Uphold U.S. Constitution, Not Aid and Abet Destruction of Democratic Institutions MADISON, Wis. — To protect the integrity of the federal judiciary, the U.S. Senate should delay action on Donald Trump’s nominees until mounting questions about his administration are resolved.
GOP members of the Joint Finance Committee nixed the guv’s call to create a refundable tax credit for young adults who “age out” of placement in the state’s foster care program, as well as young adults with disabilities who are working. The co-chairs said their respective houses instead plan to
Rev. Lennox Yearwood to Speak at Group’s 15th Anniversary MADISON – On June 8, Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters will celebrate its 15th Anniversary and host one of the most inspiring conservation events of the year, featuring Reverend Lennox Yearwood Jr., President and CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus. Called