FRI REPORT: Evers’ pardon pace so far highest in past half-century

Quotes of the Week I was 16 in high school and white — my lips were bigger than most and that was the reference given to me. – Deborah Kerr, who will face off in the April 6 general election for state schools superintendent against Jill Underly, responding to a tweet asking about the first time people were called the n-word. Following criticism, she apologized, deleted the tweet and then her Twitt… 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

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Launches PFAS External Advisory group

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host the first PFAS External Advisory Group meeting on Feb. 23, 2021. The PFAS External Advisory Group builds on the DNR’s ongoing commitment to improve public engagement, facilitate collaboration, and promote shared accountability on PFAS in Wisconsin. The Advisory Group will be a collaborative forum for the DNR to solicit constructive feedback on PFAS initiatives that the DNR is working on. The meeting will take place 1-3 p.m. on Feb. 23 via Zoom. Pre-registration is not required. All meetings are open for the public to attend. The creation of the PFAS External Advisory

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Rep. Ramthun: As the budget process evolves

MADISON- State Representative Timothy Ramthun (R-Campbellsport) issued the following statement regarding Governor Evers’ budget proposal: “Unsurprisingly, Gov. Evers’ desires were filled with unrealistic spending hikes and unacceptable tax increases. His budget address sounded more like a campaign speech than a budget proposal. I wanted to draw attention to some of the worst of the worst:” Nearly 10% increase in spending, equivalent to over $8 billion $1 billion in new taxes Enrollment caps on school choice Repealing Act 10 & Right to Work Legalization of marijuana for recreational use “This is a complete non-starter for me. The Joint Finance Committee should

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Dept. of Workforce Development: Federal government requires PUA recipients to now provide documentation to get benefits

MADISON – Thousands of people will be getting letters from the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) ensuring Wisconsinites are aware of a new federal requirement that they must provide documentation to continue receiving Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA). The new documentation requirement is part of the federal Continued Assistance Act passed in late December and put into place under the Trump Administration. “This is a significant change. It is another hurdle for people who qualify for these funds, but we are doing everything we can to make people aware of this requirement,” DWD Secretary-designee Amy Pechacek said. Under the federal Continued

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Democratic Party of Wisconsin: Johnson hammered for “asinine comments” on Capitol insurrection

(MADISON) — ICYMI: Ron Johnson said this week that the January 6 attack on the Capitol “didn’t seem like an armed insurrection.” Wait….what? To quote Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler, “This was an inexcusable lie—and as short as attention spans can be, we can’t let it disappear unnoticed.” He’s exactly right. Fortunately (though not for Johnson), it’s certainly getting notice… 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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Wisconsin’s vaccine registry to launch March 1

Today’s Midday podcast covers the Department of Health Services launching a vaccine registry service March 1, when the next eligible groups can start scheduling a vaccination. Stephanie Hoff and Adam Kelnhofer also discuss state health officials proclaiming Wisconsin is “on a roll” administering over 1 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Chippewa Valley and the Dept. of Revenue present the economic outlook for the state of Wisconsin and the Chippewa Valley region

During this virtual event participants will be able to hear from CCEDC, other regional economic development organizations, local government, and area businesses. The agenda includes DOR Secretary Barca outlining recent state business initiatives and priorities, including those related to COVID-19. To register for this event follow the link: https://bit.ly/2M5hqxd

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Freedom of Information Council: Open government items in Evers budget

Gov. Tony Evers’ budget contains at least two items of significance to the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council.   His Budget in Brief, at page 125, urges that the state’s redistricting process be conducted “in the light of day,” either by the Legislature or the People’s Maps Commission (a panel of three retired judges that has been hosting virtual hearings over the past several months). It includes a provision that “aims to prevent the Legislature from destroying records from the map-drawing process, because the people of our state deserve to know how these maps are drawn and by whom.”  

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for Feb. 19

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross, WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters and the Capital Times’ Briana Reilly discuss Gov. Tony Evers’ budget and GOP reaction, the state’s COVID-19 vaccination progress and results of Tuesday’s primaries.

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Launches PFAS External Advisory group

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host the first PFAS External Advisory Group meeting on Feb. 23, 2021. The PFAS External Advisory Group builds on the DNR’s ongoing commitment to improve public engagement, facilitate collaboration, and promote shared accountability on PFAS in Wisconsin. The Advisory Group will be a

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Rep. Ramthun: As the budget process evolves

MADISON- State Representative Timothy Ramthun (R-Campbellsport) issued the following statement regarding Governor Evers’ budget proposal: “Unsurprisingly, Gov. Evers’ desires were filled with unrealistic spending hikes and unacceptable tax increases. His budget address sounded more like a campaign speech than a budget proposal. I wanted to draw attention to some of

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Dept. of Workforce Development: Federal government requires PUA recipients to now provide documentation to get benefits

MADISON – Thousands of people will be getting letters from the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) ensuring Wisconsinites are aware of a new federal requirement that they must provide documentation to continue receiving Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA). The new documentation requirement is part of the federal Continued Assistance Act passed

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Wisconsin’s vaccine registry to launch March 1

Today’s Midday podcast covers the Department of Health Services launching a vaccine registry service March 1, when the next eligible groups can start scheduling a vaccination. Stephanie Hoff and Adam Kelnhofer also discuss state health officials proclaiming Wisconsin is “on a roll” administering over 1 million doses of the COVID-19

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Chippewa Valley and the Dept. of Revenue present the economic outlook for the state of Wisconsin and the Chippewa Valley region

During this virtual event participants will be able to hear from CCEDC, other regional economic development organizations, local government, and area businesses. The agenda includes DOR Secretary Barca outlining recent state business initiatives and priorities, including those related to COVID-19. To register for this event follow the link: https://bit.ly/2M5hqxd

Read More »

Rewind: Your Week in Review for Feb. 19

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross, WisconsinEye’s Steve Walters and the Capital Times’ Briana Reilly discuss Gov. Tony Evers’ budget and GOP reaction, the state’s COVID-19 vaccination progress and results of Tuesday’s primaries.

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