WED PM Update: Kind casts doubt on Pelosi’s re-election as House Dem leader

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — U.S. Rep. Ron Kind cast doubt on Nancy Pelosi’s re-election as House Dem leader, saying she has a “math problem” that the party needs to “come to grips with” quickly. The La Crosse Dem at a WisPolitics.com breakfast this morning in D.C. noted he’s one of just four members who voted against Pelosi last time as leader. Asked if … 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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Speaker Ryan: Statement on criminal justice reform

View this email in your browser FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 14, 2018 https://spkrryan.us/2zQIpTa CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—Following President Donald Trump’s announcement on the FIRST STEP Act, House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued this statement: “Redemption is at the heart of the American Idea, and that’s what this is about. Creating a smoother path for those who have been incarcerated to successfully reenter and contribute to society is a worthwhile goal and one we have long been working toward. The president’s announcement is an encouraging sign that we can achieve substantive reforms to our criminal justice system in this Congress.”

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WisPolitics Midday: Nov. 14, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Update on Wisconsin county election results. Judges allow Assembly Republicans to become a party in the state’s prominent redistricting case. Joint Finance Committee members hear testimony on Kimberly-Clark incentive package today. … 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. Sen. Baldwin: Reforms to protect the Great Lakes included in bipartisan Coast Guard reauthorization

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov               202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the U.S. Senate passed the Coast Guard Reauthorization legislation, which included a number of measures U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin worked to secure in the bipartisan legislation to support the nation’s Coast Guard, help Wisconsin’s coastal economy, and protect the Great Lakes from pollution and the spread of harmful invasive species. Senator Baldwin authored improvements to the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (VIDA), which was included in the final Coast Guard Reauthorization, in order to protect U.S. waters, businesses and communities from invasive species. Earlier versions of the legislation included provisions that would have rolled back progress

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Wisconsin DATCP: Gypsy moth populations decrease in 2018

Contact:  Bill Bonadurer, Public Information Officer, 608-347-1082, William.Bonadurer@wi.gov                 Bill Cosh, Communications Director, 608-224-5020, William2.Cosh@wi.gov MADISON—The 2018 gypsy moth trapping season has ended and results are in: 76,447 moths were caught in 10,748 traps set in Wisconsin this summer as part of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection’s Gypsy Moth Slow the Spread (STS) program. In 2017, traps caught 108,808 moths.  Trapping for gypsy moths is not used as a method of population control; it is a tracking and measuring tool. It shows where the moths are located and the extent of the population. Traps catch only

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Speaker Ryan: Statement congratulating new GOP leadership team

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) released the following statement upon the election of a new Republican leadership team for the 116th Congress: “We have a new role and a new mission in the House, and this group is well-equipped to meet the challenge. I know they will defend the significant policy achievements of the last two years, find areas of common ground where possible, and draw a stark contrast with the new liberal majority. This team has the experience, skill, and steadiness to guide us back to the majority, and I congratulate them all on

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White campaign: Announces run for Madison Common Council

Contact: Cade Bauer-Showers Jim White for District 2 Alder (618) 580-9479 info@jimforalder.com Seeks to become alder in District 2 (Madison) Local activist Jim White announced today his campaign to be the next Madison Alder for District 2. Jim White is a dedicated community organizer, who has worked to elect progressives in Madison and around the state. He serves on the board of the Tenant Resource Center and his professional background includes over a decade of business management experience. As alder, he will work to create more affordable housing and expand public transportation, especially to underserved communities. Jim is committed to working with stakeholders to

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‘Ignite the Spirit’ Milwaukee Firefighter calendar release party

WHAT: After 25 years, the Milwaukee Firefighter Calendar is back; however, this time it is a fundraiser open to the public! WHO: Milwaukee Firefighters WHEN: Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Merriment Social – 240 East Pittsburgh Avenue, Milwaukee DETAILS: Ignite the Spirit is a charity that was created to raise funds for Milwaukee firefighters and their families in times of need due to unforeseen circumstances. Tickets are available in advance at IgnitetheSpiritMke.org or at the door and include food and drinks. A private dinner experience cooked by Ignite The Spirit- Milwaukee will be served by firefighter calendar

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Dane County Exec: Signs 2019 Dane County Budget

For more information contact: County Executive’s Office: Casey Slaughter Becker, 608-267-8823 Dane County Board Chair Corrigan: 608-333-2285 $630.1 Million Proposal Invests in Key Priorities While Reducing Property Taxes MADISON – Dane County Executive, joined by Dane County Board of Supervisors Chair Sharon Corrigan, and Dane County Board Members, signed the 2019 Dane County Budget Wednesday. 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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2018 Alix Olson Award: Winner is Holly Storck-Post

Contact: Gloria Reyes November 14, 2018 608-266-4611 Holly Storck-Post will be honored with 2018 Alix Olson Award for the Promotion of a Tolerant and Just Community at the City of Madison Mayor’s Neighborhood Conference “Shaping Community/Driving Action” at Monona Terrace on Saturday, November 17, 2018. The award is being presented by STAJOH (Seeking Tolerance and Justice Over Hate “stay-joe”). As a librarian in the Madison Public Library system, Holly Storck-Post is passionate and committed in her work to promote diversity, equity, tolerance, acceptance and inclusion for all. She is dedicated to helping to make this world a better place, one

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Small Business Administration: Business Recovery Centers closed for Thanksgiving Day

Disaster Field Operations Center East Release Date: Nov. 14, 2018 Contact: Michael Lampton (404) 331-0333 Michael.Lampton@sba.gov Release Number: 19-129, WI 15756/15757 Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that SBA Business Recovery Centers (BRCs) in Wisconsin will close on Thursday, Nov. 22 in recognition of Thanksgiving Day holiday. The Dane County BRC will reopen on Friday, Nov. 23 and the BRCs located in Juneau, Sauk and Vernon counties will resume normal operations on Monday, Nov. 26. Also, the Sauk County BRC will be closed Friday, Nov. 16, 8 a.m.

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Milwaukee Ald. Lewis: Elected to NLC Black Caucus post

Alderwoman Chantia Lewis (414) 286-2868  Alderwoman Lewis elected to NLC National Black Caucus post             Alderwoman Chantia Lewis has been elected to serve as a Region 7 member of the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC-LEO) for the National League of Cities.             Alderwoman Lewis was elected to the post last week by more than 70 mayors and council members during the National League of Cities’ City Summit in Los Angeles. The annual NLC conference brings city leaders together to share resources, network and discuss the challenges and issues facing U.S. cities.             “I am truly humbled and honored by

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Top Kimberly-Clark exec says he’s not aware of offers from Arkansas to keep plant open

A top Kimberly-Clark official says he has “no interest in a bidding war” between Wisconsin and Arkansas over keeping a plant open in their respective states. The company has faced a choice between shutting down the Neenah Cold Spring facility or one in Arkansas, both of which produce adult and feminine care products. Kimberly-Clark Vice President of Global Marketing John Deitrich, who testified be… 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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Spreitzer campaign: Rep. Spreitzer re-elected to leadership position as Democratic Caucus Chair

Contact: Rep. Spreitzer 608-266-1192 MADISON— Yesterday, State Representative Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) was re-elected by his fellow Democratic representatives in the Wisconsin State Assembly to serve as the Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair during the 2019-20 legislative session. He released the following statement regarding the honor: “I am humbled to once again be elected Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair by my Democratic colleagues in the Assembly. In this role, I will continue to work with my fellow legislators to fight for values like fairness, opportunity, and community that will move Wisconsin forward. “We will champion priorities that Wisconsinites have shared with us loud

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Joins U.S. Sen. Moran to introduce bipartisan legislation to expand access to chiropractic health care for current and former military personnel

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov 202-224-6225 Bipartisan bill requires TRICARE to cover chiropractic services for military retirees and members of the National Guard and Reserve WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jerry Moran (R-KS) today introduced bipartisan legislation to expand chiropractic health services for military retirees and members of the National Guard and Reserve. The Chiropractic Health Parity for Military Beneficiaries Act would require TRICARE to cover chiropractic services for all military service members, both active and retired, and non-activated reservists. Currently, health care programs through the U.S. Department of Defense, including TRICARE, do not cover chiropractic care for military retirees and non-activated reservists.

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Speaker Ryan: Statement on criminal justice reform

View this email in your browser FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 14, 2018 https://spkrryan.us/2zQIpTa CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—Following President Donald Trump’s announcement on the FIRST STEP Act, House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued this statement: “Redemption is at the heart of the American Idea, and that’s what this is about.

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WisPolitics Midday: Nov. 14, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Update on Wisconsin county election results. Judges allow Assembly Republicans to become a party in the state’s prominent redistricting case. Joint Finance Committee members hear testimony on Kimberly-Clark incentive package today. … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription,

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Reforms to protect the Great Lakes included in bipartisan Coast Guard reauthorization

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov               202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the U.S. Senate passed the Coast Guard Reauthorization legislation, which included a number of measures U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin worked to secure in the bipartisan legislation to support the nation’s Coast Guard, help Wisconsin’s coastal economy, and protect the Great Lakes from pollution

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Wisconsin DATCP: Gypsy moth populations decrease in 2018

Contact:  Bill Bonadurer, Public Information Officer, 608-347-1082, William.Bonadurer@wi.gov                 Bill Cosh, Communications Director, 608-224-5020, William2.Cosh@wi.gov MADISON—The 2018 gypsy moth trapping season has ended and results are in: 76,447 moths were caught in 10,748 traps set in Wisconsin this summer as part of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and

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Speaker Ryan: Statement congratulating new GOP leadership team

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) released the following statement upon the election of a new Republican leadership team for the 116th Congress: “We have a new role and a new mission in the House, and this group is well-equipped to meet the challenge. I know

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White campaign: Announces run for Madison Common Council

Contact: Cade Bauer-Showers Jim White for District 2 Alder (618) 580-9479 info@jimforalder.com Seeks to become alder in District 2 (Madison) Local activist Jim White announced today his campaign to be the next Madison Alder for District 2. Jim White is a dedicated community organizer, who has worked to elect progressives in

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‘Ignite the Spirit’ Milwaukee Firefighter calendar release party

WHAT: After 25 years, the Milwaukee Firefighter Calendar is back; however, this time it is a fundraiser open to the public! WHO: Milwaukee Firefighters WHEN: Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Merriment Social – 240 East Pittsburgh Avenue, Milwaukee DETAILS: Ignite the Spirit is a charity that was

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Dane County Exec: Signs 2019 Dane County Budget

For more information contact: County Executive’s Office: Casey Slaughter Becker, 608-267-8823 Dane County Board Chair Corrigan: 608-333-2285 $630.1 Million Proposal Invests in Key Priorities While Reducing Property Taxes MADISON – Dane County Executive, joined by Dane County Board of Supervisors Chair Sharon Corrigan, and Dane County Board Members, signed the

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2018 Alix Olson Award: Winner is Holly Storck-Post

Contact: Gloria Reyes November 14, 2018 608-266-4611 Holly Storck-Post will be honored with 2018 Alix Olson Award for the Promotion of a Tolerant and Just Community at the City of Madison Mayor’s Neighborhood Conference “Shaping Community/Driving Action” at Monona Terrace on Saturday, November 17, 2018. The award is being presented

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Milwaukee Ald. Lewis: Elected to NLC Black Caucus post

Alderwoman Chantia Lewis (414) 286-2868  Alderwoman Lewis elected to NLC National Black Caucus post             Alderwoman Chantia Lewis has been elected to serve as a Region 7 member of the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC-LEO) for the National League of Cities.             Alderwoman Lewis was elected to the post

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Spreitzer campaign: Rep. Spreitzer re-elected to leadership position as Democratic Caucus Chair

Contact: Rep. Spreitzer 608-266-1192 MADISON— Yesterday, State Representative Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) was re-elected by his fellow Democratic representatives in the Wisconsin State Assembly to serve as the Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair during the 2019-20 legislative session. He released the following statement regarding the honor: “I am humbled to once again

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Joins U.S. Sen. Moran to introduce bipartisan legislation to expand access to chiropractic health care for current and former military personnel

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov 202-224-6225 Bipartisan bill requires TRICARE to cover chiropractic services for military retirees and members of the National Guard and Reserve WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jerry Moran (R-KS) today introduced bipartisan legislation to expand chiropractic health services for military retirees and members of the National Guard

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