U.S. Rep. Moore: Joins efforts to launch independent Trump-Russia commission

In response to the recent revelations surrounding President Donald Trump’s disclosure of classified information to Russian officials, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement: “Today, I eagerly joined a discharge petition filed by House Democrats to force a vote on legislation to create an independent commission to investigate President Trump’s links to Russia. This bill has thus far been blocked by Speaker Paul Ryan and his Republican colleagues seven times, despite bipartisan outcries from constituents across the ideological spectrum. “The termination of FBI Director James Comey sent shockwaves throughout my district and prompted numerous calls from outraged Milwaukee residents.

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WED PM Update: Audit finds WEDC improved operations, issues remain; Clarke lands DHS post

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — A new state audit found while WEDC has significantly improved its operations, the number of jobs created or retained by economic development job programs can’t be determined. The audit, released today by the Legislative Audit Bureau, also pointed out WEDC’s uncollectible loan balance has grown by millions of dollars over the pas… 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     Forgot Password

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Rep. Young: Rep. Young issues statement on the GOP American Health Care Act

Madison, Wisconsin – State Representative Leon Young (D-Milwaukee) The American Health Care Act has passed the House of Representatives and will soon be in the U.S. Senate. Our health care is not safe and the fight is not over yet. We can’t trust Governor Walker or Republicans in Washington to do what is right for all American citizens. What they are doing is dishonest. Its giveaways to the rich at the expense of the rest of us. Among other things, currently 852,000 Wisconsinites have pre-existing conditions. Without protections in state law, thousands of Wisconsin residents could lose access to health

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Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin announces support of every major statewide police & sheriffs organization

Contact: Brian Reisinger 715-579-9679 breisinger@hilltopstrategiesllc.com Madison, Wisconsin – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin today announced the support of every major statewide police and sheriffs association in Wisconsin, adding to the broad coalition that is supporting bipartisan legislation to update our state’s Constitution to ensure equal rights for victims of crime. The following law enforcement groups released statements in support of Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin’s legislation, which was authored by State Sen. Van Wanggaard and State Rep. Todd Novak: Chief Chris Domagalski, 2017 President of the Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association, said: “Police chiefs and the officers who work with them know

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Gov. Walker: Gov. Walker surveys storm damage, declares State of Emergency following severe weather

Contact: Tom Evenson (608) 266-2839 Madison, Wisconsin – Governor Scott Walker today declared a State of Emergency for Barron, Jackson and Rusk counties following tornadoes and damaging storms. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the devastating tornadoes that hit last night,” Governor Walker said. “I have instructed state agencies and the Wisconsin National Guard to help those affected by the storms as they recover and rebuild. I thank the Wisconsin National Guard, Wisconsin Emergency Management, and all state agencies for their coordinated response to this emergency.” Governor Walker surveyed the damage this afternoon near Chetek where a tornado hit a mobile

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Dems introduce bills aimed at lowering officer-involved shootings

Three Dems introduced a package of bills today on use of force in an effort to lower the number of officer-involved deaths, according to the bill authors. The legislation comes from Milwaukee Dems Evan Goyke and David Bowen, as well as Rep. Chris Taylor, D-Madison, who said in a press conference this morning the three bills look to increase community safety. One bill would require law enforcement … 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.

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Rep. Pocan: Bi-partisan group introduces Perkins Loan Extension Act of 2017

Washington, D.C. – Today, Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21), Mark Pocan (D-WI-02) Louise Slaughter (D-NY-25), John Duncan (R-TN-02), Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL-27) and Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-11) introduced the Perkins Loan Extension Act of 2017 – bipartisan legislation to extend the Perkins Loan Program for a period of two years. The Federal Perkins Loan is a popular and effective campus-based financial aid program, which supports access to higher education by providing low interest loans to students in need. “The Perkins Loan program helps students struggling to find a way to pay for college in Wisconsin and all across the country,” said Rep. Mark Pocan.

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Walker creates committee on automated vehicles

Walker announced today he has signed an executive order creating a committee to advise him on the testing and operation of automated vehicles. The Steering Committee on Autonomous and Connected Vehicle Testing and Deployment will be chaired by DOT Secretary Dave Ross, or his designee. Others who will serve on the committee include WEDC Secretary and CEO Mark Hogan and Insurance Commissioner Ted Ni… 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.

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U.S. Rep. Moore: Joins efforts to launch independent Trump-Russia commission

In response to the recent revelations surrounding President Donald Trump’s disclosure of classified information to Russian officials, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement: “Today, I eagerly joined a discharge petition filed by House Democrats to force a vote on legislation to create an independent commission to investigate President

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Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin announces support of every major statewide police & sheriffs organization

Contact: Brian Reisinger 715-579-9679 breisinger@hilltopstrategiesllc.com Madison, Wisconsin – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin today announced the support of every major statewide police and sheriffs association in Wisconsin, adding to the broad coalition that is supporting bipartisan legislation to update our state’s Constitution to ensure equal rights for victims of crime. The

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Rep. Pocan: Bi-partisan group introduces Perkins Loan Extension Act of 2017

Washington, D.C. – Today, Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21), Mark Pocan (D-WI-02) Louise Slaughter (D-NY-25), John Duncan (R-TN-02), Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL-27) and Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-11) introduced the Perkins Loan Extension Act of 2017 – bipartisan legislation to extend the Perkins Loan Program for a period of two years. The Federal Perkins Loan

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Walker creates committee on automated vehicles

Walker announced today he has signed an executive order creating a committee to advise him on the testing and operation of automated vehicles. The Steering Committee on Autonomous and Connected Vehicle Testing and Deployment will be chaired by DOT Secretary Dave Ross, or his designee. Others who will serve on

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