MON PM Update: Republicans call for more aggressive approach as Evers OKs small retailers to reopen

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Gov. Tony Evers today announced small retailers can now reopen as Wisconsin for the first time showed a downward trajectory over a 14-day period for the percentage of daily positive COVID-19 tests. Still, the state today met just three of the six metrics needed before moving to the next phase of the guv’s plan to ease his stay… 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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AG Kaul: Remembers fallen officers during law enforcement memorial week

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today released a statement and video to commemorate Law Enforcement Memorial Week, or National Police. Across the nation communities are honoring the law enforcement who have fallen in the line of duty. “This week, we remember the heroic officers who lost their lives while protecting our communities, and we rededicate ourselves to supporting their families and those who served with them,” said Attorney General Kaul. “Thank you to all Wisconsin law enforcement officers, and the families that stand with them, for all you do for our communities, especially in difficult times.” Law Enforcement Memorial Week is

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Tiffany campaign: House Conservatives Fund endorses state Senator Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District

WASHINGTON – House Conservatives Fund (HCF) Chairman Mike Johnson released the following statement: “As a Wisconsin State Senator, Tom Tiffany has been a tireless advocate for the citizens of Northern Wisconsin and a champion of our shared conservative values. In the state legislature, Tom delivered on him promises to cut taxes, reverse a multi-billion-dollar deficit, ban late-term abortions, and protect Wisconsinites’ 2nd Amendment rights. Tom Tiffany is the tested, proven leader Wisconsin needs, and we are proud to stand with President Trump and endorse Tom in his campaign for the 7th Congressional District of Wisconsin.” About HCF: Founded in 1997,

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Rep. Vos: Time to reopen the state

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Gov. Evers: Announces appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Student Debt

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced appointments to serve on the Governor’s Task Force on Student Debt. The task force was created through Executive Order #67 and is tasked with addressing the growing student debt crisis in the state of Wisconsin. Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld will serve as the chair of the task force. “We need to address college affordability and ensure that a great education doesn’t come at the cost of decades of crippling debt,” said Gov. Evers. “I’m looking forward to hearing more about the work of our task force on what we can do at the

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Sen. Wanggaard: Statement on Emergency Order 36

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Rep. Pope: State legislators request support for K-12 education COVID-19 relief funding from WI Congressional delegation

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National Association of Theatre Owners: Statewide trade association applauds opening of Wisconsin drive-in movie theatres

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Joins group of House and Senate colleagues to bring additional oversight to economic impact payments, prevent payments to deceased individuals

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—Bryan Steil joined eight of his House and Senate colleagues, Republicans and Democrats, to ask the Administration to increase oversight and prevent economic impact payments from being made to deceased individuals. Steil also cosponsored H.R. 2543, the Stopping Improper Payments to Deceased People Act. “I want to ensure families, workers, and seniors in Southeast Wisconsin receive their economic impact payment as quickly as possible. I am working to help people receive updated information from the IRS regarding these payments. However, we need to prevent fraud and abuse within the program. Republicans and Democrats are working to prevent fraud and help

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Sen. Bewley: Statement on turning the dial

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AG Kaul, GWAAR: Partner to launch elder abuse hotline

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources announced the launch of a new elder abuse hotline to assist victims, family members, and concerned citizens in reporting abuse of older adults.   “This new hotline comes at a critical time, when many Wisconsinites are staying safe at home and it’s particularly important to be wary of possible scams,” said Attorney General Kaul. “This partnership with the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources will help bring awareness to this important issue and provide an easy-to-access tool for reporting.”   The Wisconsin Elder Abuse Hotline Program was

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AG Kaul: Remembers fallen officers during law enforcement memorial week

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today released a statement and video to commemorate Law Enforcement Memorial Week, or National Police. Across the nation communities are honoring the law enforcement who have fallen in the line of duty. “This week, we remember the heroic officers who lost their lives while protecting our

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Rep. Vos: Time to reopen the state

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Sen. Wanggaard: Statement on Emergency Order 36

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Joins group of House and Senate colleagues to bring additional oversight to economic impact payments, prevent payments to deceased individuals

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN—Bryan Steil joined eight of his House and Senate colleagues, Republicans and Democrats, to ask the Administration to increase oversight and prevent economic impact payments from being made to deceased individuals. Steil also cosponsored H.R. 2543, the Stopping Improper Payments to Deceased People Act. “I want to ensure families, workers,

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Sen. Bewley: Statement on turning the dial

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AG Kaul, GWAAR: Partner to launch elder abuse hotline

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources announced the launch of a new elder abuse hotline to assist victims, family members, and concerned citizens in reporting abuse of older adults.   “This new hotline comes at a critical time, when many Wisconsinites are staying

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