MON PM Update: Settlements up for DOJ in environmental enforcement cases

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The state DOJ’s new environmental enforcement record shows the agency’s settlements are at the highest they’ve been under GOP Attorney General Brad Schimel. The new information comes after last year’s 20-year low in enforcement cases, where the DOJ’s Environmental Protection Unit pulled in $449,253 in forfeitures and related su… 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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ACLU Wisconsin: Wisconsin Gerrymandering Case Before the U.S. Supreme Court Tomorrow

ACLU of Wisconsin filed a friend-of-the-court brief arguing gerrymandering scheme is unconstitutional  CONTACT: Molly Collins, ACLU of Wisconsin, 414-272-4032 x 215, media@aclu-wi.org MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday, October 3rd the U.S. Supreme Court will consider whether Wisconsin’s partisan system of drawing legislative district lines to entrench the political power of the incumbent party violates the First Amendment and the Equal Protection Clause. In a case that is expected to have sweeping implications for American democracy, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU of Wisconsin filed a friend-of-the-court brief arguing that Wisconsin’s extreme partisan gerrymandering scheme violates the Constitution by manipulating the outcome of elections

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UW System would pursue chancellor candidates outside of academia under new resolution

The UW System should actively pursue chancellor candidates outside of academia and boost professional development to help current staff take on top campus roles, under a resolution from the regents’ vice president. The recommendations, which the regents will consider on Thursday, follow the passage of a provision in the budget prohibiting the regents from only considering for top posts those who a… 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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MON PM Update: New regents resolution would punish students who violate others’ free speech

UW System students who are found responsible for disrupting others’ freedom of expression twice would be suspended, while those who do so three times would be expelled, under a resolution that the regents will consider on Friday. The resolution has some similar elements as a bill that passed the Assembly. The bill would require the UW System to establish policies on freedom of expression and then … 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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Lawmakers react to Las Vegas shooting

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson says his Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee will help support investigations into the Las Vegas shooting last night. Johnson, who chairs that committee, said in a news release his “heart goes out to the victims, their families and the brave men and women who risked their lives to save others. “My committee will work to support the federal role in investigati… 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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Republican bill looks to roll back state oversight of wetlands

GOP lawmakers are looking to roll back state oversight of wetlands with a new bill that leaves environmental activists fearful of its implications. But bill authors Senate President Roger Roth, Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke and Rep. Rob Stafsholt say their legislation looks to strike a “proper balance” between the state’s economic interests and the protection and restoration of wetlands. “… 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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Gov. Walker: ICYMI: Gov. Walker Op-Ed on how state budget delivers results for hard-working families

Contact: Joe Fadness media@scottwalker.com Tax cuts, record investment in K-12 among the bold reforms the governor recently signed into law [Madison, Wis.] – In case you missed it, Gov. Scott Walker penned an op-ed in the Wisconsin State Journal on how the budget he recently signed into law both cuts property taxes and makes a record investment in our classrooms. The tax cuts and investment in K-12 schools are among the bold reforms in the governor’s budget that show he continues to deliver results for hard-working families. You can read the governor’s op-ed here or below: Gov. Scott Walker: State budget does a lot

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Municipal Electric Utilities of Wisconsin: Oct. 1-7 is Public Power Week

Contact: Jeff Stone (608) 837-2263 SUN PRAIRIE – This week the MEUW and it’s 82 community owned, not-for-profit members are celebrating “Public Power Week,” from October 1st thru the 7th. “Since 1929 our members have proven to be a valuable community asset,” said MEUW Executive Director Jeff Stone. “We invite the citizens of our member communities to check with their locally owned utilities for “Public Power Week” related events.” The MEUW is kicking off “Public Power Week,” with a Proclamation from Governor Scott Walker. In 2016, MEUW members’ payments in lieu of taxes to their municipalities totaled $22,533,799. These payments

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Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Becomes top sponsor of “Walk A Mile In Her Shoes” event fighting domestic violence in Green Bay

Contact: Brian Reisinger 715-579-9679 br@platform-communications.com Oct. 19 event will raise money and awareness as work continues to amend state Constitution and ensure equal rights for crime victims [Madison, Wis.] – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin today announced that it is now the top sponsor of the “Walk A Mile In Her Shoes” event on Oct. 19 in Green Bay, which raises awareness and money to fight domestic violence and sexual assault in a unique way – by having participants, including men, walk a mile in high heels to show their support for victims of abuse. This year, Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin will be the “high

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Reps. Sargent and Taylor: Request LAB Audit of DOJ Sexual Assault Kit Testing

Representative Melissa Sargent, 608.266.0960 Representative Chris Taylor, 608.266.5342 Legislators today requested an official state audit relating to Wisconsin’s sexual assault kit backlog MADISON – Today State Representatives Melissa Sargent (D-Madison) and Chris Taylor (D-Madison) formally requested the Joint Legislative Audit Committee direct the Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) to conduct an official state audit of the Department of Justice and Wisconsin’s sexual assault kit backlog. “Sexual assault survivors deserve justice, and in Wisconsin, they have a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and that’s not even close to what they’ve received under this administration,” said Taylor. “As legislators, we have a

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End Domestic Abuse Coalition: Purple Ribbon Walk honors victims killed in domestic violence incidents in 2016

Contact: Chase Tarrier, Public Policy Coordinator, 608.237.3985 or chaset@endabusewi.org Madison — Simultaneous events took place in Madison, Stevens Point and Milwaukee today to remember the victims killed in domestic violence incidences in 2016. These annual events are intended to honor those who lost their lives and raise awareness about the warning signs of lethal violence. The walk that took place in Madison, known as the Purple Ribbon Walk, circled the Capitol Square and was organized by End Domestic Abuse WI in conjunction with Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS), Zonta Club of Madison and Unidos Against Domestic Violence. “Each year this event has represented for

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Rep. Summerfield: Announces October district listening session

Contact: Rep. Rob Summerfield, (608) 266-1194 Opportunity for Public Comment on State Issues  Madison – Today, Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) announced the date, time, and location of his next in-district listening session. It will be held the morning of October 30th at the Cornell Area Care Center. This event is free and open to the public. It will provide an opportunity for constituents of the 67th District to address the State Representative directly about issues affecting the area and state. “Over the course of these past months, I have really valued the face-to-face feedback I have received from my constituents who have attended past

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Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service: Toward One Wausau ‘Culmination, Evaluation and Celebration’ set for October 20 at NTC

Media contact: Julie Bunczak julie.bunczak@uwc.edu 715-261-6234 A leading scholar on law and religion will headline the fall Veninga Lecture Series on Religion and Society on October 12. “Religious Liberty for All in a Polarized Age” will be presented by Thomas C. Berg, professor of law and public policy at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. “We live in polarized times, and in recent years disputes over religious liberty have contributed to the polarization,” Berg said. “Many Americans tend to emphasize liberty and equality for, for example, Muslims or same-sex couples. Many others tend to emphasize it for conservative Christians. There seems

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MON PM Update: Settlements up for DOJ in environmental enforcement cases

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The state DOJ’s new environmental enforcement record shows the agency’s settlements are at the highest they’ve been under GOP Attorney General Brad Schimel. The new information comes after last year’s 20-year low in enforcement cases, where the DOJ’s Environmental Protection Unit pulled

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ACLU Wisconsin: Wisconsin Gerrymandering Case Before the U.S. Supreme Court Tomorrow

ACLU of Wisconsin filed a friend-of-the-court brief arguing gerrymandering scheme is unconstitutional  CONTACT: Molly Collins, ACLU of Wisconsin, 414-272-4032 x 215, media@aclu-wi.org MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday, October 3rd the U.S. Supreme Court will consider whether Wisconsin’s partisan system of drawing legislative district lines to entrench the political power of the incumbent party violates the

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Lawmakers react to Las Vegas shooting

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson says his Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee will help support investigations into the Las Vegas shooting last night. Johnson, who chairs that committee, said in a news release his “heart goes out to the victims, their families and the brave men and women who risked

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Republican bill looks to roll back state oversight of wetlands

GOP lawmakers are looking to roll back state oversight of wetlands with a new bill that leaves environmental activists fearful of its implications. But bill authors Senate President Roger Roth, Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke and Rep. Rob Stafsholt say their legislation looks to strike a “proper balance” between the

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Reps. Sargent and Taylor: Request LAB Audit of DOJ Sexual Assault Kit Testing

Representative Melissa Sargent, 608.266.0960 Representative Chris Taylor, 608.266.5342 Legislators today requested an official state audit relating to Wisconsin’s sexual assault kit backlog MADISON – Today State Representatives Melissa Sargent (D-Madison) and Chris Taylor (D-Madison) formally requested the Joint Legislative Audit Committee direct the Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) to conduct an official state

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End Domestic Abuse Coalition: Purple Ribbon Walk honors victims killed in domestic violence incidents in 2016

Contact: Chase Tarrier, Public Policy Coordinator, 608.237.3985 or chaset@endabusewi.org Madison — Simultaneous events took place in Madison, Stevens Point and Milwaukee today to remember the victims killed in domestic violence incidences in 2016. These annual events are intended to honor those who lost their lives and raise awareness about the warning signs of lethal

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Rep. Summerfield: Announces October district listening session

Contact: Rep. Rob Summerfield, (608) 266-1194 Opportunity for Public Comment on State Issues  Madison – Today, Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) announced the date, time, and location of his next in-district listening session. It will be held the morning of October 30th at the Cornell Area Care Center. This event is free and open

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Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service: Toward One Wausau ‘Culmination, Evaluation and Celebration’ set for October 20 at NTC

Media contact: Julie Bunczak julie.bunczak@uwc.edu 715-261-6234 A leading scholar on law and religion will headline the fall Veninga Lecture Series on Religion and Society on October 12. “Religious Liberty for All in a Polarized Age” will be presented by Thomas C. Berg, professor of law and public policy at the University of St.

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