Dems blast Trump over Paris climate agreement decision; Ryan praises the move

State Dems are blasting Trump for his decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement. Trump today said the U.S. will pull out of the 195-country agreement, which President Obama and other world leaders reached in an effort to limit how much global temperatures will rise and mitigate the effects of climate change. Trump said at the White House the U.S. will cease to implement the de… 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

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Baldwin to outline ‘Wisconsin’s Dairyland Populism’ economic plan in speech tomorrow

U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin will tell state Dem party activists tomorrow that the economic situation state residents face “isn’t how things are supposed to work.” The Madison Dem, who’s up for re-election in 2018, will also outline her economic plan called “Wisconsin’s Dairyland Populism,” while touting a made-in-Wisconsin economy centering on the manufacturing and dairy industries at the annual state party convention, according to a release from her campaign. The campaign provided excerpts of tomorrow’s speech. “Folks in our state feel like no matter what they do, no matter how hard they work – and, sometimes, no matter who they

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THU PM Update: Dallet says she has the ‘right experience’ for Supreme Court bid; Trump to visit Wisconsin again

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Milwaukee County Judge Rebecca Dallet says her 11 years as a prosecutor gives her “vital experience” as she runs for a seat on the state Supreme Court. Dallet, who’s been a Milwaukee County circuit court judge since 2008, announced her bid for the 2018 court race today, saying she’s got the right experience to take on the seat c… 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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Dem bill would extend state’s non-discrimination laws to protect transgender people

Rep. Mark Spreitzer said today a bill he’s introducing would “provide much-needed protections” for the state’s transgender residents. Spreitzer, D-Beloit, held a news conference at the Capitol outlining his proposal to extend Wisconsin’s non-discrimination laws to protect transgender people, who he said face discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations and other areas. “Much discri… 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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Budget motion would establish long pushed for state prosecutor board

A budget motion that looks to establish a state prosecutor board would let district attorneys have a voice at the Capitol, according to the motion’s author. The motion, from Rep. Mark Born, was approved unanimously by Joint Finance Committee members yesterday. It was based on a bill the Beaver Dam Republican introduced in April with GOP Rep. Ron Tusler and Sen. Van Wanggaard. “It kind of gives the… 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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Wisconsin Corn Growers Association: Wisconsin Corn Growers oppose proposed cuts to farm programs

Contact: Lizzy Schultz (608) 770-6422 lizzy@wicorn.org Lisbon, Wisconsin – The proposed FY2018 budget revealed last week by the White House included steep cuts to several important farm programs that are necessary to help strengthen the farming economy, both in Wisconsin and throughout the country.  The Wisconsin Corn Growers Association (WCGA), along with a majority of the agricultural community, greatly opposes these cuts and have asked lawmakers to reject President Trump’s proposal to each of these eliminations. This proposal would cut the federal crop insurance program by almost $29 billion, eliminate the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Market Access Program (MAP) and

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Sen. Johnson: Sen. Johnson supports Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement

Contact: Ben Voelkel Oshkosh, Wisconsin – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) issued the following statement praising President Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate agreement: “The benefit of the Paris agreement was suspect from the start. The Copenhagen Consensus used the UN’s own model to estimate the deal would reduce warming by at most 0.3 degrees by 2100. Instead o… 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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Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: High capacity well bill signed into law

Contact: Paul Zimmerman, Executive Director of Governmental Relations 608.828.5708 Madison, Wisconsin – Governor Scott Walker has signed a Wisconsin Farm Bureau-backed bill into law that provides certainty to farmers with existing high capacity wells on their farms. Senate Bill 76 authored by Senator Scott Fitzgerald (R – Juneau) and Representative Gary Tauchen (R – Bonduel), specifically addresses replacement, reconstruction and transfer of ownership of existing high capacity well permits. The bill also clarifies state law by directing Wisconsin’s Department of Natural Resources to restore certainty to previously issued high capacity well permits. Senate Bill 76 was approved by a 19 to

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Rep. Moore: Rep. Moore issues statement on President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement

Contact: Rep. Moore “President Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate accord – a landmark multinational agreement between 195 nations –  is the latest salvo from an administration known for its anti-science and anti-environment agenda. This misguided action signifies a direct threat to our national security, our public health, and our country’s economic growth. “This historic pact not only strengthens the green economy, but it also encourages innovation from companies large and small. Although he claims to be pro-business, President Trump’s blatant disregard for this significant accord ignores the leadership shown by a diverse contingent of

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Sen. Taylor: Sen. Taylor stands with 91% of Wisconsinites and against GOP repeal of training and permits for conceal carry gun owners

Contact: Sen. Taylor 608-266-5810 Madison, Wisconsin – On Wednesday, the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety held a public hearing on Senate Bill 169 – repeal of permits, training, school zones and more for gun owners.  While hundreds of Wisconsinites emailed, called and showed up for the public hearing on the bill that would allow individuals to carry weapons without a permit into school zones, GOP legislators seemed determined to move forward regardless of the will of the people. Repeatedly in the committee, Taylor asked speaker after speaker if they believed constitutional rights should be unfettered, using freedom of speech

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Office of the County Exec: County Exec Abele stands up for Milwaukee County

Contact: Melissa Moore Baldauff, Director of Communications O: 414.278.4216 C: 772.579.6936 Melissa.Baldauff@MilwaukeeCountyWI.gov Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele today stood up for the people of Milwaukee County by issuing vetoes to three County Board actions that would do damage to vital County services. In a series of vetoes, Abele took steps to preserve pay for County workers, ensure the Zoo can proceed with important planned upgrades, and expand community placement options for youth as an alternative to the state’s troubled Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake facilities. Chairman Lipscomb Stands in the Way of Protecting Vulnerable Children and Ensuring Public Safety Chairman Lipscomb

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Baldwin campaign: Baldwin to unveil ‘Dairyland Populism’

MADISON — On Friday, Senator Tammy Baldwin will address the 2017 Democratic Party of Wisconsin Convention and share her vision for an economic comeback with Wisconsin’s Dairyland Populism. Convention goers and online viewers will hear about a Wisconsin that can again rise from these tough economic times by building a made in Wisconsin economy that promotes our dairy industry and manufacturing jobs. She will talk about how she’s fighting for Wisconsin dairy farmers, against Wall Street’s vulture hedge funds that destroy Wisconsin businesses, and taking on big pharmaceutical companies that raise the price of medicine without reason. Speech excerpts:   “Folks

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Gov. Walker: Gov. Walker requests U.S. Small Business Administration damage assessment in Barron and Rusk counties

Contact: Tom Evenson (608) 266-2839 Madison, Wisconsin – Governor Scott Walker has asked the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to view tornado damage and meet with local and state officials in Barron and Rusk counties. The information gathered could be used to request the SBA provide federal low-interest loans to homeowners, renters, and businesses that suffered damage during last month’s EF 3 tornado. “I know many homeowners and businesses are still trying to recover from the devastating tornado that hit the area last month,” Governor Walker said. “Damage estimates indicate more than $7 million in damage was sustained to the

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Dem bill would extend state’s non-discrimination laws to protect transgender people

Rep. Mark Spreitzer said today a bill he’s introducing would “provide much-needed protections” for the state’s transgender residents. Spreitzer, D-Beloit, held a news conference at the Capitol outlining his proposal to extend Wisconsin’s non-discrimination laws to protect transgender people, who he said face discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations and

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Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: High capacity well bill signed into law

Contact: Paul Zimmerman, Executive Director of Governmental Relations 608.828.5708 Madison, Wisconsin – Governor Scott Walker has signed a Wisconsin Farm Bureau-backed bill into law that provides certainty to farmers with existing high capacity wells on their farms. Senate Bill 76 authored by Senator Scott Fitzgerald (R – Juneau) and Representative Gary

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Rep. Moore: Rep. Moore issues statement on President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement

Contact: Rep. Moore “President Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate accord – a landmark multinational agreement between 195 nations –  is the latest salvo from an administration known for its anti-science and anti-environment agenda. This misguided action signifies a direct threat to our national security,

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Office of the County Exec: County Exec Abele stands up for Milwaukee County

Contact: Melissa Moore Baldauff, Director of Communications O: 414.278.4216 C: 772.579.6936 Melissa.Baldauff@MilwaukeeCountyWI.gov Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele today stood up for the people of Milwaukee County by issuing vetoes to three County Board actions that would do damage to vital County services. In a series of vetoes, Abele took steps to

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Baldwin campaign: Baldwin to unveil ‘Dairyland Populism’

MADISON — On Friday, Senator Tammy Baldwin will address the 2017 Democratic Party of Wisconsin Convention and share her vision for an economic comeback with Wisconsin’s Dairyland Populism. Convention goers and online viewers will hear about a Wisconsin that can again rise from these tough economic times by building a made

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