TUE PM Update: Evers picks Milwaukee, Outagamie counties for new youth prisons

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Gov. Tony Evers says the two state-run youth prisons that’ll replace the embattled Lincoln Hills facility will be in Milwaukee and Outagamie counties. The Milwaukee facility will be built at the intersection of Teutonia Avenue and Mill Road, while the second facility will be located in the Appleton area, the guv’s office said…. 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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Gov. Evers: Signs Executive Order #15 relating to inclusive language in administrative rules

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov or 608-219-7443 MADISON – Governor Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #15 relating to inclusive language in administrative rules. Numerous sections of the Wisconsin Administrative Code contain provisions which use outdated and derogatory terms to refer to particular groups of people. This kind of outdated, derogatory terminology minimizes and devalues these groups. The governor’s executive order directs each state agency to review its administrative rules and replace any derogatory or offensive terminology with current, inclusive terminology. View Executive Order #15 here.

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Vietnam Veterans of America: Calls for swift passage of the Never Forget the Heroes Act, long-term funding of 911 Victim Compensation Fund

Contact: Mokie Porter 301-996-0901 mporter@vva.org Washington, D.C.— “Vietnam Veterans of America calls for the swift passage of the swift passage of the Never Forget the Heroes Act, which would fully fund the September 11 Victim Compensation Fund through 2090,” said John Rowan, VVA National President. “As Vietnam veterans, we know firsthand the toll of toxic exposure on our health and the high costs associated with our toxic wounds,” said Rowan. “We will not remain silent as those injured in the terrorist attack and those who assisted with debris removal in its aftermath are told the cost of their care will overtake

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WisDOT: Reconstruction and expansion to start on I-39/90 at WIS 26 and US 14 interchanges, Janesville

Contact: Steven Theisen, WisDOT Project Communications Manager (608) 884-1230, steven.theisen@dot.wi.gov JANESVILLE, Wis. – This week, crews will begin work to reconstruct and expand Interstate 39/90 from Kennedy Road, north of the WIS 26 interchange (Exit 171A), to the I-39/90 and US 14 interchange (Exit 171B) in Janesville. This section of work is anticipated to be completed in fall 2021. During the next few weeks, nightly lane closures and periodic overnight ramp closures are anticipated from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. weeknights. Crews will prepare the southbound lanes to accommodate all Interstate traffic on the one side (two lanes each way separated by

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New Markets Tax Credit Coalition: House and Senate members move to make New Markets Tax Credit permanent

Contact: Ayrianne Parks ayrianne@rapoza.org (202) 393-5225 Washington, D.C. – Legislation was introduced in the House and Senate to secure the future of the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC). Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL) and Congressman Tom Reed (R-NY), introduced the House bill. In the Senate, the bill was introduced by Senators Roy Blunt (R-MO) and Ben Cardin (D-MD). The bills, both titled The New Markets Tax Credit Extension Act of 2019, would ensure that rural communities and urban neighborhoods left outside the economic mainstream have access to financing that stimulates economic growth and job creation. Established in 2000, in the Community Renewal Tax

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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Testifies before the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress

Contact: Madison Wiberg Madison.Wiberg@mail.house.gov Washington, D.C. – Today Congressman Mike Gallagher delivered testimony before the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress—a committee established at the start of 2019 to study, hold public hearings and develop recommendations on improving Congress’s internal operations. As a leading advocate for common-sense Congressional reform, Rep. Gallagher was selected by the committee to share his ideas on how to ensure Congress can more effectively serve the American people. Click HERE for video of his testimony. Below is the transcript of his official testimony as prepared for delivery: “Mr. Chairman, Vice Chair Graves, thank you for allowing me time to testify before

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WisGOP: Supreme Court candidate Lisa Neubauer’s candidacy built on house of lies

Contact: Charles Nichols (608) 257-4765 [Madison, WI] — Since announcing her campaign, Supreme Court candidate Lisa Neubauer has been attempted to mislead voters at every turn. Neubauer’s entire campaign message has been focused on one main theme: that she will be fair, impartial, and independent. In fact, Neubauer is nearly incapable of answering a question without slipping in this this claim of being “fair, impartial, and independent.” Unfortunately for Neubauer, actions speak louder than words, and a look behind the scenes shows that this “independent” claim — the claim which her entire campaign is built around — is a complete

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Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services: Provides important consumer protection resources for students impacted by closure of Argosy University and the Art Institutes

Contact: Brennan Nardi, Communications Director (608) 266-6795; brennan.nardi@wisconsin.gov   Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is providing online resources to Wisconsin students impacted by the recent closure of Argosy University and the Art Institutes. DSPS will continue to update the information as it becomes available under the Closed Schools section of the Educational Approval Program (EAP) web page. On Friday, March 8, the Receiver for several Dream Center Education Holding (DCEH) owned institutions filed a motion with the court requesting emergency closure of 22 DCEH online and physical campuses. The closures followed weeks of uncertainty over the

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Rep. Steffen: Gov. Evers prioritizes illegal immigrants over veterans

Contact: Rep. David Steffen                                                                                      (608)266-5840   MADISON—Today Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) released the following statement on Governor Evers prioritizing higher education opportunities for illegal immigrants rather than our veterans: “Non-citizens should not receive benefits ahead of Wisconsin veterans,” said Rep. Steffen. “Governor Evers’ proposal is inappropriate and offensive to those who have served our country.” For more information

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WisPolitics Midday: Mar. 12, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Gov Evers reveals locations of new youth prisons to replace Lincoln Hills. AG Josh Kaul makes changes to Department of Justice non-disclosure rules.

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Gov. Evers: Signs Executive Order #15 relating to inclusive language in administrative rules

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov or 608-219-7443 MADISON – Governor Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #15 relating to inclusive language in administrative rules. Numerous sections of the Wisconsin Administrative Code contain provisions which use outdated and derogatory terms to refer to particular groups of people. This kind of outdated, derogatory terminology minimizes and devalues

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Vietnam Veterans of America: Calls for swift passage of the Never Forget the Heroes Act, long-term funding of 911 Victim Compensation Fund

Contact: Mokie Porter 301-996-0901 mporter@vva.org Washington, D.C.— “Vietnam Veterans of America calls for the swift passage of the swift passage of the Never Forget the Heroes Act, which would fully fund the September 11 Victim Compensation Fund through 2090,” said John Rowan, VVA National President. “As Vietnam veterans, we know firsthand

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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Testifies before the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress

Contact: Madison Wiberg Madison.Wiberg@mail.house.gov Washington, D.C. – Today Congressman Mike Gallagher delivered testimony before the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress—a committee established at the start of 2019 to study, hold public hearings and develop recommendations on improving Congress’s internal operations. As a leading advocate for common-sense Congressional reform, Rep. Gallagher was

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Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services: Provides important consumer protection resources for students impacted by closure of Argosy University and the Art Institutes

Contact: Brennan Nardi, Communications Director (608) 266-6795; brennan.nardi@wisconsin.gov   Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is providing online resources to Wisconsin students impacted by the recent closure of Argosy University and the Art Institutes. DSPS will continue to update the information as it becomes available under

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WisPolitics Midday: Mar. 12, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Gov Evers reveals locations of new youth prisons to replace Lincoln Hills. AG Josh Kaul makes changes to Department of Justice non-disclosure rules.

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