U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Introduces bill to lock In U.S. recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) today introduced the Israeli Sovereignty Reassurance Act of 2021 (ISRA), legislation to prohibit the State Department from reversing the U.S. recognition of Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights. The move comes as the Biden Administration has signaled a willingness to reverse the decision, putting the security of the region in jeopardy. ISRA ensures no funds go to “prepare, propose, draft, review, or promulgate any regulation, guidance, or executive order or to otherwise implement, administer, or enforce any policy” reversing the recognition. The legislation was introduced against the backdrop of Iran-backed Palestinian terrorists escalating their attacks on Israel. “The Golan

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for May 14

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and the Capital Times’ Briana Reilly discuss Wisconsin’s shrinking share of federal COVID-19 funds, legislative action on police reform and elections bills, the Joint Finance Committee’s approval of a $10 million emergency fund for the state’s veterans homes and more.

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FRI REPORT: Feds would pick up tab for lead pipe replacement under Biden infrastructure plan

Quotes of the Week I have a hard time with the idea that this is some sort of a massive statement, speaks volumes of some big equality or equity statement, when what we have before us is a request that no one really asked for. – Joint Finance Co-Chair Rep. Mark Born, R-Beaver Dam, speaking during a JFC executive session against a $169,000 request to increase funding for the state’s Black Historica… 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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WisGOP: More transparency failures from Gov. Tony Evers

[Madison, WI] – Gov. Tony Evers is once again playing politics with COVID-19 relief and failing to provide transparency to the people of Wisconsin. While Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee are working to craft a state budget informed by all relevant factors, including the over $2 billion in federal aid headed to Wisconsin, Gov. Evers has cut Republicans out of the process and is either refusing to share his plans for how he will spend our state’s massive amount of federal money or concealing the fact that he doesn’t have a plan at all. Gov. Evers vetoed the plan Republicans presented for spending

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Very high fire danger across Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to stay vigilant and avoid burning because of very high fire danger across Wisconsin, particularly in the northern two-thirds of the state. The increased fire danger is due to the low relative humidities expected across the state, with the lowest values expected across northern Wisconsin. Temperatures will be warm and the air over Wisconsin will be dry, which are weather conditions that aid in the spread of fires. Areas with VERY HIGH danger today include Adams, Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Brown, Burnett, Calumet, Chippewa, Clark, Door, Douglas, Eau Claire, Fond du

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Racine Mayor Mason: Issues executive order ending enforcement of city mask ordinance

City of Racine – Today, Mayor Cory Mason issued an emergency declaration which goes into effect at 12:00 Noon today, Friday, May 14, 2021, that suspends enforcement of Racine Ordinances section 54-35, otherwise known as the Mask Ordinance, in the City of Racine. Furthermore, the Mayor will ask the Common Council to fully repeal the ordinance at their meeting on Tuesday, May 18th. Earlier this week, the CDC, issued new guidance which said fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local

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FRI News Summary: Evers announces broadband pilot program for Eau Claire County; Milwaukee to drop many COVID-19 restriction in June

**************************************** WEDNESDAY: WisPolitics.com virtual luncheon: “Assessing the State-Federal Infrastructure Push” Prospects for millions of dollars in new state and federal money for road, rail, broadband, and water infrastructure are bright. What’s it mean for Wisconsin and local governments? Join WisPolitics.com for a special virtual luncheon on “Assessing the State-Federal… 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. Rep. Gallagher: Introduces bill to lock In U.S. recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) today introduced the Israeli Sovereignty Reassurance Act of 2021 (ISRA), legislation to prohibit the State Department from reversing the U.S. recognition of Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights. The move comes as the Biden Administration has signaled a willingness to reverse the decision, putting

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Rewind: Your Week in Review for May 14

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and the Capital Times’ Briana Reilly discuss Wisconsin’s shrinking share of federal COVID-19 funds, legislative action on police reform and elections bills, the Joint Finance Committee’s approval of a $10 million emergency fund for the state’s veterans homes and more.

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WisGOP: More transparency failures from Gov. Tony Evers

[Madison, WI] – Gov. Tony Evers is once again playing politics with COVID-19 relief and failing to provide transparency to the people of Wisconsin. While Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee are working to craft a state budget informed by all relevant factors, including the over $2 billion in federal aid headed

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Very high fire danger across Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to stay vigilant and avoid burning because of very high fire danger across Wisconsin, particularly in the northern two-thirds of the state. The increased fire danger is due to the low relative humidities expected across the state, with the

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FRI News Summary: Evers announces broadband pilot program for Eau Claire County; Milwaukee to drop many COVID-19 restriction in June

**************************************** WEDNESDAY: WisPolitics.com virtual luncheon: “Assessing the State-Federal Infrastructure Push” Prospects for millions of dollars in new state and federal money for road, rail, broadband, and water infrastructure are bright. What’s it mean for Wisconsin and local governments? Join WisPolitics.com for a special virtual luncheon on “Assessing the State-Federal… Please

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