MON PM Update: Matt Walker passes on bid for 5th CD, Milroy opts against run in 7th CD

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Matt Walker, the son of former Gov. Scott Walker, has decided against a run for the 5th CD, writing on Twitter there is a “great deal” he can do through his small business and community engagement to support southeastern Wisconsin. Walker is a partner and co-founder of Platform Digital, which says it helps businesses through te… 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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WisPolitics Midday – September 30, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: Rep Gwen Moore says President Trump is a “threat to national security”. WI Sen committees will exec this week to take up nominations of DNR Secretary and Insurance Commissioner.

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Dept. of Transportation: State, federal, tribal officials update partnership agreement

Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognized tribal governments met with state and federal officials today to update a commitment to partnership on transportation-related issues. The partnership agreement, initially launched in 2005, sets the framework for government-to-government cooperation on project development and labor issues that transcend state, federal and tribal jurisdictions. “This agreement is about providing guidance and structure for us to enjoy a deeper and more meaningful understanding of our unique operational needs,” said WisDOT Secretary-Designee Craig Thompson. “Our signatures today mark a new chapter in important relationships we want to continue cultivating for the benefit of our communities and future generations.”

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Eppstein Uhen Architects: Celebrates years long relationship with Goodman Community Center

MADISON, WI, September 30, 2019 — Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) has partnered with Goodman Community Center (GCC) for over 14 years; and EUA is celebrating another collaboration with GCC with a sponsorship of the Community Learning Suite. “Since 2005 EUA has been a proud partner, architect and supporter of Goodman Community Center. We are honored to have helped create spaces that encourage connection and elevate the Madison community.” – Rich Tennessen, President, EUA. The first EUA designed building was the historic Iron Works building which was completed in 2008. The new Brass Works building was completed in 2018 and further supports the Madison community. Over the years, EUA along with

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Public Hearing: Senate Committee on transportation, veterans and military affairs

The committee will hold a public hearing on the following items at the time specified below: Wednesday, October 2, 2019 9:30 AM 330 Southwest Senate Bill 447 Relating to: supplemental transportation aids. By Senators Petrowski and Bewley; cosponsored by Representative Spiros. Senate Bill 369 Relating to: federal emergency management assistance payments to municipalities. By Senators Marklein, Cowles, Jacque, L. Taylor and Testin; cosponsored by Representatives Kurtz, Krug, Felzkowski, Kulp, Milroy, Petryk, Skowronski, Spiros, Wittke, Ramthun and Thiesfeldt.

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Executive Session: Senate Committee on transportation, veterans and military affairs

The committee will hold an executive session on the following items at the time specified below: Wednesday, October 2, 2019 9:31 AM 330 Southwest Executive Session will be held immediately following the Public Hearing. Senate Bill 86 Relating to: registration and operation of vehicles defined as autocycles. By Senators Jacque, Kapenga, Marklein, Schachtner and Stroebel; cosponsored by Representatives Knodl, Brandtjen, Brooks, Edming, Felzkowski, Gundrum, Horlacher, Kerkman, Kuglitsch, Kulp, Kurtz, Mursau, Novak, Oldenburg, Petryk, Plumer, Pronschinske, Ramthun, Rodriguez, Rohrkaste, Shankland, Tittl, Tranel, Tusler, VanderMeer and Wichgers. Senate Bill 411 Relating to: designating the Richard I. Bong Memorial Bridge. By Senators Bewley

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Department of Health and Human Services: National Institutes of Health forms new collaborative influenza vaccine research network

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, has initiated the Collaborative Influenza Vaccine Innovation Centers (CIVICs) program, a new network of research centers that will work together in a coordinated, multidisciplinary effort to develop more durable, broadly protective and longer-lasting influenza vaccines. NIAID will provide up to approximately $51 million in total first-year funding for the program, which is designed to support the CIVICs program centers over seven years. “To more effectively fight influenza on a global scale, we need better influenza vaccines that are more broadly protective,” said NIAID Director

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AG Kaul: Recognizes National Suicide Prevention Month

MADISON, Wis. – As National Suicide Prevention Month comes to an end, Attorney General Josh Kaul is urging those who are struggling with mental health challenges to seek support from people and resources around them. “Law enforcement officers encounter difficult—and sometimes tragic—circumstances. We must continue working to de-stigmatize mental health issues and to increase the availability of peer support and other programs that promote officer wellness,” said Attorney General Kaul. To date in 2019, there have been at least 163 officer suicides in the United States, according to Blue H.E.L.P., a non-profit organization that tracks law enforcement suicides[1]. This number

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Clark County district attorney

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that he is seeking applications for appointment as Clark County District Attorney.  The new appointee will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of District Attorney Kerra Stumbris, effective October 27, 2019. The new appointee will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021. To apply, please email a completed application form and supporting materials to govDAapp@wisconsin.gov. Applications must be submitted by October 14, 2019. The District Attorney application form is available on the “Apply to Serve” page of the Governor’s website: www.evers.wi.gov. For questions about the appointments process, please contact the

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Dept. of Transportation: Overnight closure planned for westbound US 12/18 at I-39/90 in Madison

MADISON, WI – The westbound lanes of US 12/18 entering the I-39/90 interchange will be closed from 7 p.m. tonight (Sept. 30) to 6 a.m. Tuesday (Oct. 1). Westbound US 12/18 traffic will be detoured north on the Interstate to WIS 30 (Exit 138B) and south on US 51/Stoughton Road. The northbound I-39/90 ramp to westbound US 12/18 and the westbound US 12/18 ramp to I-39/90 southbound will also be closed during the nightly closures. The signed detour will follow WIS 30 and US 51. This construction work and closures are weather dependent and subject to change. If this work is

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WisPolitics Midday – September 30, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update, brought to you by Spectrum: Rep Gwen Moore says President Trump is a “threat to national security”. WI Sen committees will exec this week to take up nominations of DNR Secretary and Insurance Commissioner.

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Dept. of Transportation: State, federal, tribal officials update partnership agreement

Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognized tribal governments met with state and federal officials today to update a commitment to partnership on transportation-related issues. The partnership agreement, initially launched in 2005, sets the framework for government-to-government cooperation on project development and labor issues that transcend state, federal and tribal jurisdictions. “This agreement

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Department of Health and Human Services: National Institutes of Health forms new collaborative influenza vaccine research network

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, has initiated the Collaborative Influenza Vaccine Innovation Centers (CIVICs) program, a new network of research centers that will work together in a coordinated, multidisciplinary effort to develop more durable, broadly protective and longer-lasting influenza

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AG Kaul: Recognizes National Suicide Prevention Month

MADISON, Wis. – As National Suicide Prevention Month comes to an end, Attorney General Josh Kaul is urging those who are struggling with mental health challenges to seek support from people and resources around them. “Law enforcement officers encounter difficult—and sometimes tragic—circumstances. We must continue working to de-stigmatize mental health

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Clark County district attorney

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that he is seeking applications for appointment as Clark County District Attorney.  The new appointee will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of District Attorney Kerra Stumbris, effective October 27, 2019. The new appointee will serve for the remainder of the unexpired

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