THU PM Update: Evers declares public health emergency as confirmed Wisconsin coronavirus cases rise to eight

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency to deal with the growing outbreak of coronavirus. Without hours of Evers’ late morning announcement, state and Dane County officials announced two more Wisconsinites had tested positive. They were the seventh and eighth cases in Wisconsin, with seven of those discovered … 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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WisDems: Shift to all-virtual organizing and postpone in-person events amid COVID-19 guidance

Contact: Courtney Beyer (courtney@wisdems.org) (MADISON, WI) — Following guidance from local health officials to practice social distancing and postpone gatherings of more than 250 individuals, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin will replace its traditional canvassing operation with a digital organizing program ahead of the April 7 Spring election. The party will also postpone its annual Founders Day dinner, originally scheduled for April 4, to a later date. Other in-person gatherings will be postponed or moved online. “The health and safety of Wisconsinites is our number one priority. It’s time for all groups and institutions with events planned in the next few

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Rep. Neubauer: Statement on COVID-19 and social distancing

MADISON – Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement today regarding the COVID-19 coronavirus in Wisconsin and the measures necessary to slow and prevent the spread of the virus in our community: “For the last few weeks, I have been sharing as I get information regarding COVID-19 in Wisconsin. “Starting today, I’m joining public health experts, our universities, the NBA, and communities around the world in social distancing. This means that I will not be participating in or sponsoring in-person public gatherings until at least April 10th (and likely beyond then), and I am urging you all to do the same.

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Rep. Pocan: Explaining Coronavirus test shortages

Washington, D.C.— U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after the Trump administration repeatedly was unable to answer questions about our country’s coronavirus testing capacity. “At yesterday’s hearing with FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn, as well as at this morning’s briefing with members of the Trump administration, Commissioner Hahn was unable to confidently tell me what our capacity is to process the coronavirus testing kits we are now increasingly distributing. “Commissioner Hahn has noted that 2.5 million coronavirus tests are available, and since multiple tests are needed per person, he explained that these are only enough to test 989,000 people. “However, after a

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Sen. Erpenbach: Gov. Evers taking steps to protect Wisconsinites

WEST POINT – Today, Governor Evers declared the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) a Public Health Emergency. According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), COVID-19 is a respiratory virus that originated in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. The virus spreads in a similar manner as other influenzas, including when a person coughs or sneezes. COVID-19 can cause severe illness and pneumonia. The symptoms for the disease include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. “I trust the Governor and the Department of Health Services to look out for Wisconsinites,” said Senator Erpenbach. “As the Governor said, we cannot do this

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Mary’s Law for WI: Victim advocates urge support for crime victims’ constitutional amendment

MADISON – A group of Wisconsin’s leading victim service organizations today urged support for the proposed crime victims’ constitutional amendment commonly known as Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin. Representing communities around the state, the organizations have rallied around the bipartisan initiative ahead of the upcoming April 7 statewide vote on the proposed amendment. Pennie Meyers, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault (WCASA), said: “Marsy’s Law updates our state constitution to give crime victims in Wisconsin rights that are equal to those currently afforded to perpetrators. These improvements are particularly important for sexual assault survivors, who experience significant barriers to seeking justice.

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AFL-CIO: Statement on the COVID-19 pandemic and Wisconsin workers

(MILWAUKEE, WI, MARCH 12, 2020, 11:45 AM) — Today, Governor Evers has called for a State of Emergency due to the Coronavirus. We have directly communicated with the Governor’s Office and let him know that the Wisconsin State AFL-CIO and the entire labor movement stands ready to respond and assist to this emergency in any way possible. The first order of business is to make sure that all working people are safe at work and can take sick time without fear of punishment. People with union contracts have long had the ability to benefit from the negotiated time off provisions

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Gov. Evers: Declares public health emergency due to COVID-19

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency in response to new cases of COVID-19, directing the Department of Health Services (DHS) to use all the resources necessary to respond to and contain the outbreak. Just this week, Wisconsin has had 5 new cases of COVID-19 and Illinois and Minnesota have also seen increased cases. With these new cases there needs to be extensive contact tracing to contain the spread of COVID-19. Wisconsin also has 37 residents returning to Wisconsin from the Princess Cruise Ship who may have been exposed and need to be in monitored self quarantine for 14 days. “We

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U.S. Reps. Kind, Barragán, Trahan: Introduce legislation to ensure free coronavirus testing for seniors

Washington, DC—This morning, Reps. Ron Kind (WI-03), Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44), and Lori Trahan (MA-03) introduced legislation that will make testing for coronavirus (COVID-19) free for seniors who receive coverage through Medicare Advantage. “Health care costs should not have to be a factor when it comes to Wisconsinites staying safe and healthy during this outbreak,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “In order to combat the spread of COVID-19, it’s crucial that Wisconsinites—and especially seniors who are particularly at risk—have access to testing without having to worry about their ability to pay. Requiring Medicare Advantage to waive testing fees is a commonsense way to give seniors one less thing to

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Dept. of Commerce: Wilbur Ross on president’s address regarding COVID-19

resident Trump has made the safety, security, and health of the American people his top priority from day one of this Administration. Since the very beginning of the Coronavirus outbreak, the President has taken an unprecedented whole-of-government approach to protect the American people. After consulting with top government health officials, yesterday the President continued to take decisive action to keep all Americans safe, and as President Trump said, provide the American economy with the flexibility, reserves, and resources to handle any threat that comes our way. The Department of Commerce will continue our support of Americans and our businesses to

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WCMA: Ag groups urge legislators to help rural wisconsin

MADISON – At a press conference Thursday at the State Capitol, agriculture organizations urged the Senate to take up important bills that have been passed by the Assembly and are available for Senate approval.  Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin Farmers Union, Wisconsin Agri-Business Association, Cooperative Network, Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association, Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association, Wisconsin Corn Growers Association, Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association, Wisconsin Hemp Alliance, Wisconsin Pork Association, Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association, Wisconsin Soybean Association, Wisconsin Association of Professional Agricultural Consultants, Grassworks, and Farm Credit are all supporting a series of bills important to Wisconsin

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Evers declares public health emergency due to coronavirus

Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency due to the coronavirus, following a sixth person testing positive for the virus in Wisconsin. It was the fifth case discovered this week.  The most recent cases are in Pierce, Dane, Fond du Lac, and Waukesha counties. The first known case, a person in Dane County who tested positive in early February, has recovered. In addition to the cases already identified, Evers’ office in a release noted 37 people are returning to the state from the Princess Cruise Ship who may have been exposed. They will be in monitored self-quarantine for

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Gov. Evers: Declares public health emergency due to COVID-19

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency in response to new cases of COVID-19, directing the Department of Health Services (DHS) to use all the resources necessary to respond to and contain the outbreak. Just this week Wisconsin has had 5 new cases of COVID-19 and Illinois and Minnesota have also seen increased cases. With these new cases there needs to be extensive contact tracing to contain the spread of COVID-19. Wisconsin also has 37 residents returning to Wisconsin from the Princess Cruise Ship who may have been exposed and need to be in monitored self quarantine for 14 days. “We

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Rep. Neubauer: Statement on COVID-19 and social distancing

MADISON – Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement today regarding the COVID-19 coronavirus in Wisconsin and the measures necessary to slow and prevent the spread of the virus in our community: “For the last few weeks, I have been sharing as I get information regarding COVID-19 in Wisconsin. “Starting today,

Read More »

Rep. Pocan: Explaining Coronavirus test shortages

Washington, D.C.— U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after the Trump administration repeatedly was unable to answer questions about our country’s coronavirus testing capacity. “At yesterday’s hearing with FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn, as well as at this morning’s briefing with members of the Trump administration, Commissioner Hahn was unable to confidently

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Sen. Erpenbach: Gov. Evers taking steps to protect Wisconsinites

WEST POINT – Today, Governor Evers declared the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) a Public Health Emergency. According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), COVID-19 is a respiratory virus that originated in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. The virus spreads in a similar manner as other influenzas, including when

Read More »

Mary’s Law for WI: Victim advocates urge support for crime victims’ constitutional amendment

MADISON – A group of Wisconsin’s leading victim service organizations today urged support for the proposed crime victims’ constitutional amendment commonly known as Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin. Representing communities around the state, the organizations have rallied around the bipartisan initiative ahead of the upcoming April 7 statewide vote on the proposed amendment.

Read More »

AFL-CIO: Statement on the COVID-19 pandemic and Wisconsin workers

(MILWAUKEE, WI, MARCH 12, 2020, 11:45 AM) — Today, Governor Evers has called for a State of Emergency due to the Coronavirus. We have directly communicated with the Governor’s Office and let him know that the Wisconsin State AFL-CIO and the entire labor movement stands ready to respond and assist

Read More »

Gov. Evers: Declares public health emergency due to COVID-19

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency in response to new cases of COVID-19, directing the Department of Health Services (DHS) to use all the resources necessary to respond to and contain the outbreak. Just this week, Wisconsin has had 5 new cases of COVID-19 and Illinois and Minnesota have also

Read More »

U.S. Reps. Kind, Barragán, Trahan: Introduce legislation to ensure free coronavirus testing for seniors

Washington, DC—This morning, Reps. Ron Kind (WI-03), Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44), and Lori Trahan (MA-03) introduced legislation that will make testing for coronavirus (COVID-19) free for seniors who receive coverage through Medicare Advantage. “Health care costs should not have to be a factor when it comes to Wisconsinites staying safe and healthy during this outbreak,” said Rep.

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Dept. of Commerce: Wilbur Ross on president’s address regarding COVID-19

resident Trump has made the safety, security, and health of the American people his top priority from day one of this Administration. Since the very beginning of the Coronavirus outbreak, the President has taken an unprecedented whole-of-government approach to protect the American people. After consulting with top government health officials,

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WCMA: Ag groups urge legislators to help rural wisconsin

MADISON – At a press conference Thursday at the State Capitol, agriculture organizations urged the Senate to take up important bills that have been passed by the Assembly and are available for Senate approval.  Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin Farmers Union, Wisconsin Agri-Business Association, Cooperative Network, Wisconsin

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Evers declares public health emergency due to coronavirus

Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency due to the coronavirus, following a sixth person testing positive for the virus in Wisconsin. It was the fifth case discovered this week.  The most recent cases are in Pierce, Dane, Fond du Lac, and Waukesha counties. The first known case,

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Gov. Evers: Declares public health emergency due to COVID-19

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today declared a public health emergency in response to new cases of COVID-19, directing the Department of Health Services (DHS) to use all the resources necessary to respond to and contain the outbreak. Just this week Wisconsin has had 5 new cases of COVID-19 and Illinois and Minnesota have also

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