FRI REPORT: Lobbying expenditures dip over quiet second half of 2019

Quotes of the Week This is about kids. This is about tax reduction. But at the end of the day, it’s the right thing. – Dem Gov. Tony Evers calling a special session of the Legislature to use some of the state’s projected budget surplus to pump $250 million more into K-12 education.  Senate Republicans have been focused since late last year on using our surplus for a tax cut for hard-working famili… 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. Sens. Johnson, Grassley: Respond to oversight leaks

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following statement after colleagues attempted to undermine legitimate oversight by selectively leaking information from investigations: “We have shared our ongoing investigation efforts with our Democrat ranking members as a courtesy and with the understanding that sensitive information would be treated appropriately and remain confidential. It is disappointing that one or more of our colleagues would actively seek to undermine our legitimate oversight by selectively leaking information to the press.   “Insofar as we requested as part of our investigation any sensitive

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SWSA: Applauds Governor Evers’ ability to balance investing in kids with reducing property taxes

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Wisconsin Democrats launch ’60 Days to Victory’ weekend of action

(MADISON, WI): The Democratic Party of Wisconsin will launch door-to-door canvasses at over 100 locations across the state this weekend in preparation for the April 7 spring election. On the ballot will be a state Supreme Court seat, thousands of local races, as well as the Democratic Presidential Primary. Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler will join volunteers as they talk to their neighbors about the upcoming spring elections and why it’s important to get involved early ahead of the November general election. WHO: DPW Chair Ben Wikler and local volunteers WHAT: Canvass launch for 60 Days to Victory

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Rep. Steineke: Farm safety family to be named Assembly ‘hometown heroes’

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch I. The appointment will fill a vacancy created by Judge Maxine White’s appointment to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2021. To apply, please email a completed application and supporting materials to GOVJudicialAppointments@wisconsin.gov. Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Feb. 17, 2020. The application form is available on the “Apply to Serve” page of the governor’s website: www.evers.wi.gov. Applicants who previously applied for an appointment to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court do not

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for Feb. 7

On this week’s episode, WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss the guv’s call for $252 million from the surplus to go to schools, the controversy over legislation to create a statutory framework to address sexual assault test kits and the fallout from the Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee firing two execs.

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Kelly campaign: Announces endorsement of Wisconsin Realtors Association

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Tiffany campaign: Raises more than $719K for congressional campaign

Minocqua, Wis.  – U.S. Congressional Candidate Tom Tiffany announced Thursday that his campaign raised more than $477,000 since October. “I am so thankful for the support I’m receiving from grassroots conservatives all over Northern and Western Wisconsin,” Tom Tiffany said. “Now more than ever, people know President Trump needs allies he can count on to help him secure our southern border, defend the unborn, and protect our 2nd Amendment rights. I’m honored that they see that my experience as a husband, dad, small businessman, and citizen-legislator is what’s needed in Congress today.” Tom has raised more than $719,000 since he first started his

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Church campaign: Releases fundraising numbers

(Hudson, WI) – Church for Wisconsin raised more than $652,000 in the race for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. A retired Army Captain who has never run for political office before, Church received more than 5,000 donations. The vast majority of contributions were under $50. “This is a critical special election in the most important presidential battleground state in the country and voters recognize we need the strongest possible candidate in every district to make sure Republican allies of President Trump defeat Democrats and Nancy Pelosi,” said Jason Church. “I am incredibly grateful for all the support my campaign has received.

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U.S. Sens. Johnson, Grassley: Respond to oversight leaks

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following statement after colleagues attempted to undermine legitimate oversight by selectively leaking information from investigations: “We have shared our ongoing investigation efforts with

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch I. The appointment will fill a vacancy created by Judge Maxine White’s appointment to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2021. To

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for Feb. 7

On this week’s episode, WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters discuss the guv’s call for $252 million from the surplus to go to schools, the controversy over legislation to create a statutory framework to address sexual assault test kits and the fallout from the Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee firing two execs.

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Tiffany campaign: Raises more than $719K for congressional campaign

Minocqua, Wis.  – U.S. Congressional Candidate Tom Tiffany announced Thursday that his campaign raised more than $477,000 since October. “I am so thankful for the support I’m receiving from grassroots conservatives all over Northern and Western Wisconsin,” Tom Tiffany said. “Now more than ever, people know President Trump needs allies he can count

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Church campaign: Releases fundraising numbers

(Hudson, WI) – Church for Wisconsin raised more than $652,000 in the race for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. A retired Army Captain who has never run for political office before, Church received more than 5,000 donations. The vast majority of contributions were under $50. “This is a critical special election

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