Madison – Today the state’s chamber, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, released its Back to Business plan.  The plan provides a path for Wisconsin businesses to reopen based on the type of business and local risk factors.  In response, Senator Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement:   “The COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented hardship throughout our state.  Tragically, this virus has claimed the lives of more than 260 Wisconsinites, including two in Sheboygan County.”   “However, Wisconsin is also in the midst of an economic crisis.  Since the ‘Stay at Home’ extension was announced, I’ve heard from countless local small businesses including manufacturers, bars,

(MADISON, WI) — Today, a new report shows Trump has continuously rolled over for China, in part, because he owes their national bank $211 million dollars in the coming months. Since the outbreak of the Coronavirus, Trump has continuously praised Chinese President Xi and his government, taking their word over that of the US Intelligence community. Trump went so far as to send China 18 tons of PPE in February — equipment that is now desperately needed by frontline workers in Wisconsin and across America. “Donald Trump is China’s favorite lap dog as he has rolled over for them on everything from the Coronavirus pandemic to a trade deal

State Senator Janis Ringhand (D-Evansville) was chosen to serve as Assistant Leader for the Senate Democrats for the remainder of the legislative term. “I would like to thank Senator Shilling for her years of leadership. As assistant leader I am looking forward to working with our new leader, Senator Bewley. and my colleagues to advance our caucuses priorities.  I am honored for the opportunity serve during this time of transition,” Senator Ringhand said. “I want to be helpful as we move forward and reestablish  a sense of normalcy in Wisconsin.” Ringhand was elected to the State Assembly in 2010 and has been elected to the Senate since 2014. She

MADISON, WI – Senator Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement after Senator Janet Bewley (D-Mason) was elected the Senate Democratic Leader: “It has been an honor to serve in the Senate and I’ve been humbled that my Democratic colleagues put their trust in me to be a leading voice for our caucus and state these past five years. I want to congratulate Senator Bewley and am happy to pass the baton as she takes on this new role. I know that Janet’s strong and pragmatic leadership will provide a smooth transition and lead to success over the coming

Contact: Kate Constalie, kate.constalie@legis.wi.gov, 608-632-1606 MADISON, WI – Sen. Janet Bewley (D-Mason) released the following statement after being elected Senate Democratic Leader: “I am honored that my colleagues have entrusted me with the responsibility of serving as Senate Democratic Leader. I especially want to thank Senator Jennifer Shilling for her years of service and leading our caucus with passion, dedication and grace. She fully embodies the Democratic values that we hold dear and I look forward to continuing her legacy. “I am excited to work with my colleagues in the Senate in this new role, especially in light of the

MADISON, WI – Sen. Janet Bewley (D-Mason) released the following statement after being elected Senate Democratic Leader: “I am honored that my colleagues have entrusted me with the responsibility of serving as Senate Democratic Leader. I especially want to thank Senator Jennifer Shilling for her years of service and leading our caucus with passion, dedication and grace. She fully embodies the Democratic values that we hold dear and I look forward to continuing her legacy. “I am excited to work with my colleagues in the Senate in this new role, especially in light of the current COVID-19 crisis. Senate Democrats

MADISON— State Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and 35 other legislators sent a letter today to support agricultural industry requests for $50 million in direct cash relief from the $1.9 billion in discretionary funding provided to Governor Tony Evers in the Federal CARES Act. The letter says: “You recently received a memo from many organizations representing nearly every facet of agriculture in Wisconsin. These organizations have been working closely with your administration to support farmers and the agricultural industry throughout the COVID-19 response. They have been positively engaged, supportive and helpful. However, we all recognize that agriculture has not received the

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In order to better protect veterans, health care professionals and all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Jon Tester (D-MT), Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and 14 of their colleagues in calling on the Administration and its Coronavirus Task Force to make full use of the Defense Production Act (DPA). The depletion of medical supplies nationally and a broken federal procurement and distribution process has left the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—the nation’s largest health care system—scrambling to secure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), test kits, ventilators, and supplies necessary

Algorithm developed by DNC expert in the field of record linkage will increase organizing efficiency by 9 percent and provide campaigns with more comprehensive view of the overall electorate Today the Democratic National Committee is launching a new, proprietary national record linkage system that will be integrated into the DNC’s voter file — deduplicating millions of voter records, providing campaigns with a more comprehensive view of the electorate and increasing the effectiveness of Democratic organizers across the country. “This record linkage system is an example of how the DNC is developing and implementing cutting-edge data science solutions to increase the

Today Governor Tony Evers signed Emergency Order #33 ordering the suspension of Administrative Rules overseen by the Department of Revenue.  The rules were suspended to allow for social distancing during business transactions.   On March 24, 2020, Department of Health Services Secretary-designee Andrea Palm ordered that all essential businesses and operations shall meet social distancing requirements between all individuals on their premises to the best extent possible.   Administrative Rules Wis. Admin. Section TAX 7.01(5)(f), 8.21(2)(g), and 9.47(1)(e) which require signatures for the receipt of fermented malt beverages, intoxicating liquor, and cigarettes, respectively, were suspended for the duration of the health emergency.

MILWAUKEE –Supervisor Sequanna Taylor was elected First Vice Chair of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors today on a unanimous vote. Taylor ran unopposed. The duties of the First Vice Chair include chairing meetings of the County Board in the absence of the Chairwoman and when the Chairwoman wishes to participate in the debate on any item before the body.   Taylor released the following statement:   “I am humbled and honored that my colleagues unanimously supported me for First Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors. I do not take lightly the votes cast by my colleagues. As we

MADISON, Wis. – National Drug Take Back Day, originally scheduled for April 25, 2020 has been postponed by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) due to coronavirus. Attorney General Josh Kaul is encouraging Wisconsinites to continue the fight against the opioid epidemic by safely storing medications at home or disposing of medications at currently available drug disposal boxes. “While we fight the coronavirus, the opioid epidemic hasn’t stopped and it remains important to stop medications from being diverted for improper and illegal use. If disposing of unused and unwanted medications in a drug disposal box isn’t currently an option, people can