THU PM Update: Kaul jabs Schimel over pace of awarding school safety grants, youth prison investigation

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Democratic AG candidate Josh Kaul took a series of jabs at AG Brad Schimel and his justice department today. Among the criticisms Kaul made against Schimel at a WisPolitics.com luncheon in Madison this afternoon are that the AG should do more to shore up long term mental health funding for schools and should have stayed involv… 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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Speaker Ryan: Appoints conferees for third minibus package

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) today named the following lawmakers from the House Appropriations Committee to serve on the House-Senate conference committee for H.R. 6147, the Interior, Environment, Financial Services, and General Government Appropriations Act: Chairman Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-NJ) Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-AL) Rep. Mike Simpson (R-ID) Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK) Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA) Rep. David Young (R-IA) Rep. John Rutherford (R-FL) Earlier this week, Speaker Ryan named conferees to the conference committee for the Department of Defense Appropriations Act.

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Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Policy platform highlights seven priority issues facing people with disabilities

Media Inquiries: Beth Swedeen (608) 266-1166 The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) has finalized its 2019-21 state budget and policy recommendations. The platform focuses on seven priority issues that impact people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and their families in Wisconsin and is available on BPDD’s website at: http://wi-bpdd.org/index.php/policy-statements/ BPDD’s recommendations focus on the following critical issues: Direct caregiver workforce. In Wisconsin a shortage of professional direct care workers has created a crisis for people with disabilities, older adults, and their families. Improving worker retention and increasing the number of workers is a critical need. Transportation.

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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: And U.S. Rep. Panetta introduce House resolution to support renaming NATO HQ after Sen. John McCain

Contact: Madison Wiberg Madison.Wiberg@mail.house.gov Washington, D.C. – Today in the House, U.S. Representatives Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced a bipartisan resolution to support the renaming of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s (NATO) headquarters after the late Senator John McCain (R-AZ). U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Ben Cardin (D-MD) introduced a companion resolution today in the Senate. Rep. Mike Gallagher said: “John McCain dedicated his life to the defense of freedom. I can think of no more appropriate tribute than naming the headquarters of the free world’s foundational alliance in his memory. I hope his lasting legacy will inspire future generations

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WisDems: Count the ways: Leah Vukmir opposes pre-existing condition coverage protections

Contact: Brad Bainum, bradb@wisdems.org Vukmir supports three separate efforts to let insurers deny coverage to or take advantage of Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions — protections that 75 percent of Americans say are “very important” MADISON –Despite facing increasing criticism over her support for gutting vital protections for Wisconsinites who have pre-existing conditions, Republican Senate candidate Leah Vukmir continues to back multiple efforts to strike down pre-existing coverage protections that 75 percent of Americans say are “very important,” according to a just-released poll from the Kaiser Family Foundation. “Facts are facts: 2.4 million Wisconsinites have pre-existing conditions, but true to her record of putting corporate special

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Steil campaign: Calls on Randy Bryce to debate

Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil’s campaign announced today that Steil has confirmed participation in three debates this fall. The debates will be hosted by independent media organizations, moderated by experienced journalists and held throughout the district: Kenosha News, Racine Journal Times and Carthage College in Kenosha WisconsinEye in Oak Creek WCLO (1230 AM) and Janesville Gazette in Janesville Steil campaign manager Brandon VerVelde said, “Bryan Steil is focused on the issues facing Southeast Wisconsin. Our campaign has accepted three debates across the district and offered multiple dates for those debates to accommodate

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U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner: Is first on National Taxpayers Union House rankings 

CONTACT Christopher Krepich, 202-225-5101 Washington, D.C.—The National Taxpayers Union (NTU) today announced Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI-05) ranks first on the list of House members for having the best voting record on lowering taxes and limiting government. Notably, Sensenbrenner has received this “Taxpayers’ Friend Award” every year he has been in Congress, and has ranked first on this list four times since NTU began its rankings in 1992. Each year, NTU examines every roll call vote taken in the House and Senate, then weighs them based on fiscal or regulatory impact to taxpayers. “My record reflects I have been unwavering in my efforts

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One Wisconsin Now: Gov. Walker kicks off NFL season trying to stoke racial division, resentment

MEDIA CONTACT Mike Browne, Deputy Director mike@OneWisconsinNow.org (608) 444-3483 Scott Walker’s Record on Racial Justice Issues Nothing Less Than Deplorable MADISON, Wis. — The following are the statements of One Wisconsin Now Executive Director Scot Ross on Gov. Walker’s shameless pandering to racism: “Scott Walker has built a 25-year political career trying to divide white people and black people. “Many NFL players have spoken and continue to speak out on racial justice, an issue on which Scott Walker’s record is nothing less than deplorable. “Instead of spending his time on Twitter or campaigning in a state plane, Scott Walker should spend some

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Wisconsin Homeland Security Council: Registration still open for 6th annual Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit

CONTACT: Andrew Beckett | Andrew.Beckett@wisconsin.gov | 608-242-3211 by Homeland Security Council More than 5,200 people in Wisconsin reported being a victim of a cyber crime last year, which the FBI says resulted in the loss of more than $15.8 million dollars. That’s why government, business and academic leaders are coming together to discuss how to combat this growing threat to our state at the 2018 Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit. Registration is still open for the Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit, which will be held Monday, Sept. 10 at the Gordon Dining and Event Center on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The summit will bring together national cyber

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One Wisconsin Now: Gov. Walker’s Foxconn effect includes $56,000 in taxpayer-funded ‘Walker Air’ fly arounds

MEDIA CONTACT Mike Browne, Deputy Director mike@OneWisconsinNow.org (608) 444-3483 One $1,800 Fly Around Took Walker to Business That Donated $67,000 to His Campaigns, Got No-Bid Contract for Foxconn Work MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Scott Walker’s agreement with foreign electronics manufacturer Foxconn could cost taxpayers up to $4.5 billion in payments and subsidies. As part of the continuing investigation of Walker’s misuse and abuse of public resources, One Wisconsin Now has found the frequently flying Governor’s air travels to promote the deal are adding over $56,000 to the taxpayer tab. “Under the disastrous deal Gov. Walker made with Foxconn literally billions

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Dept. of Justice: Las Vegas man charged with producing child pornography and extortion, threats & stalking via interstate communications

MADISON, WIS. – Today, Attorney General Brad Schimel announced that after an investigation by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, with the assistance of the North Las Vegas and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Departments, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada, a federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging a Las Vegas, Nevada man with producing child pornography, extortion and threats via interstate communications, and stalking. The prosecution is being handled by the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin. “We strongly urge

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Dept. of Financial Institutions: New Edvest 529 college savings benefit offering – payroll direct deposit

Media contact: WI Department of Financial Institutions Bob Nenno 608-261-4504 Bob2.Nenno@dfi.wisconsin.gov Hassle-Free Way for State Agencies & Businesses to Help Employees Save for College MADISON – The Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is pleased to announce that Edvest, Wisconsin’s 529 College Savings Plan is now available to state and municipal employees, school districts, UW-System employees, and every Wisconsin employer as part of their employee benefit package. Similar to a 403b or 401k program for retirement, account holders may now contribute from their payroll with direct deposit. For information on how to sign up, visit: www.Edvest.com/Benefit . “We are excited that Edvest is now part

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Rep. Brooks fundraiser

Fundraiser for Rep. Rob Brooks Lake Michigan Fishing Trip Thursday, Sept. 27 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch 1-5 p.m. Fishing Suggested Contribution: $500 Please make checks payable to: Rob Brooks for Assembly 204 E. Dekora Street Saukville, WI 53080 More Details provided upon RSVP – RSVP to brooks5055@gmail.com or (262) 483-1325 Limited Spots Available 

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Speaker Ryan: Appoints conferees for third minibus package

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) today named the following lawmakers from the House Appropriations Committee to serve on the House-Senate conference committee for H.R. 6147, the Interior, Environment, Financial Services, and General Government Appropriations Act: Chairman Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-NJ) Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-AL) Rep. Mike Simpson

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Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Policy platform highlights seven priority issues facing people with disabilities

Media Inquiries: Beth Swedeen (608) 266-1166 The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) has finalized its 2019-21 state budget and policy recommendations. The platform focuses on seven priority issues that impact people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and their families in Wisconsin and is available on BPDD’s

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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: And U.S. Rep. Panetta introduce House resolution to support renaming NATO HQ after Sen. John McCain

Contact: Madison Wiberg Madison.Wiberg@mail.house.gov Washington, D.C. – Today in the House, U.S. Representatives Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced a bipartisan resolution to support the renaming of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s (NATO) headquarters after the late Senator John McCain (R-AZ). U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Ben Cardin (D-MD) introduced

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WisDems: Count the ways: Leah Vukmir opposes pre-existing condition coverage protections

Contact: Brad Bainum, bradb@wisdems.org Vukmir supports three separate efforts to let insurers deny coverage to or take advantage of Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions — protections that 75 percent of Americans say are “very important” MADISON –Despite facing increasing criticism over her support for gutting vital protections for Wisconsinites who have pre-existing conditions, Republican

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Steil campaign: Calls on Randy Bryce to debate

Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil’s campaign announced today that Steil has confirmed participation in three debates this fall. The debates will be hosted by independent media organizations, moderated by experienced journalists and held throughout the district: Kenosha News, Racine Journal Times and

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U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner: Is first on National Taxpayers Union House rankings 

CONTACT Christopher Krepich, 202-225-5101 Washington, D.C.—The National Taxpayers Union (NTU) today announced Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI-05) ranks first on the list of House members for having the best voting record on lowering taxes and limiting government. Notably, Sensenbrenner has received this “Taxpayers’ Friend Award” every year he has been in Congress, and

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One Wisconsin Now: Gov. Walker kicks off NFL season trying to stoke racial division, resentment

MEDIA CONTACT Mike Browne, Deputy Director mike@OneWisconsinNow.org (608) 444-3483 Scott Walker’s Record on Racial Justice Issues Nothing Less Than Deplorable MADISON, Wis. — The following are the statements of One Wisconsin Now Executive Director Scot Ross on Gov. Walker’s shameless pandering to racism: “Scott Walker has built a 25-year political career trying

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One Wisconsin Now: Gov. Walker’s Foxconn effect includes $56,000 in taxpayer-funded ‘Walker Air’ fly arounds

MEDIA CONTACT Mike Browne, Deputy Director mike@OneWisconsinNow.org (608) 444-3483 One $1,800 Fly Around Took Walker to Business That Donated $67,000 to His Campaigns, Got No-Bid Contract for Foxconn Work MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Scott Walker’s agreement with foreign electronics manufacturer Foxconn could cost taxpayers up to $4.5 billion in payments

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Dept. of Justice: Las Vegas man charged with producing child pornography and extortion, threats & stalking via interstate communications

MADISON, WIS. – Today, Attorney General Brad Schimel announced that after an investigation by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, with the assistance of the North Las Vegas and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Departments, and the U.S. Attorney’s

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Dept. of Financial Institutions: New Edvest 529 college savings benefit offering – payroll direct deposit

Media contact: WI Department of Financial Institutions Bob Nenno 608-261-4504 Bob2.Nenno@dfi.wisconsin.gov Hassle-Free Way for State Agencies & Businesses to Help Employees Save for College MADISON – The Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is pleased to announce that Edvest, Wisconsin’s 529 College Savings Plan is now available to state and municipal employees, school

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Rep. Brooks fundraiser

Fundraiser for Rep. Rob Brooks Lake Michigan Fishing Trip Thursday, Sept. 27 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch 1-5 p.m. Fishing Suggested Contribution: $500 Please make checks payable to: Rob Brooks for Assembly 204 E. Dekora Street Saukville, WI 53080 More Details provided upon RSVP – RSVP to brooks5055@gmail.com or (262) 483-1325 Limited Spots

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