TUE PM Update: Vos says session may run later than usual to incorporate Gableman probe findings into election bills

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Speaker Robin Vos told WisPolitics.com today the Assembly could be in later than usual this session to give former Justice Michael Gableman more time to wrap up a 2020 election review so lawmakers can incorporate his findings when writing new bills. The Rochester Republican, in a year-end interview, sought to blame Dems for a d… 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

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Encourages Wisconsinites to sign up by Dec. 15 for health care coverage that starts on Jan. 1, 2022

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind is encouraging Wisconsinites to take advantage of the Open Enrollment period as December 15 is the last day to sign up for health care coverage that begins on January 1, 2022.   “I want to encourage all Wisconsinites to explore their coverage options during the Open Enrollment period and sign up for quality, affordable health care ahead of tomorrow’s deadline. While Open Enrollment doesn’t close until January 15, December 15 is the last day to sign up for coverage that begins on January 1, 2022. Now is the best time to make changes to your current health care plan

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Presses AG Garland to publicly release data collection on individuals charged with violent felonies out on pre-trial release following Waukesha massacre

WASHINGTON—On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland demanding information about the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) monitoring and analyses of criminal pre-trial detention and conditional pre-trial release for individuals charged with violent felonies, and the data collection by DOJ on the violent crimes committed by individuals on pre-trial release. This request comes in direct response to the vicious attack at the Waukesha Christmas Parade by the release of a violent offender on $1,000 bail. The senator requested DOJ respond to his letter no later than December 28th.   “The attack on the Waukesha Christmas Parade

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WisDems: From ship to shore, infrastructure deal will improve Wisconsin’s ports and supply chain

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin, which borders 1,017 miles of Lake Superior and Lake Michigan, is home to seven deep-draft commercial ports. Over one year, Wisconsin’s ports handle more than 42 million tons of inbound and outbound cargo annually. Thanks to President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal, Wisconsin will see millions of federal dollars dedicated to ensuring that Wisconsin’s ports are efficient – lowering costs for families and small businesses, reducing supply chain bottlenecks, and reducing poor air quality.   “President Biden’s infrastructure law is a boon for Wisconsin’s ports and the state’s economy,” said Democratic Party of Wisconsin Rapid Response Director

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Milwaukee Alderwoman Zamarripa: Statement on the passing of trailblazer Dick Wagner

I just learned of the passing of Dick Wagner, a trailblazer, a history-maker, and a leader in our LGBTQ+ community and across Wisconsin. Like so many others, I am reeling at this tremendous loss. I got to know Dick after I was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly. I can still remember approaching him to introduce myself. He said, “Oh, I know exactly who you are; so very nice to meet you, JoCas… 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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Committee on Agriculture and Tourism executive session

The committee will hold an executive session on the following items at the time specified below: Thursday, December 16, 2021 10:00 AM 409 South Pursuant to Senate Rule 25 (4) (am), the Committee on Agriculture and Tourism will vote by paper ballot on the following items: Buttke, Jayme Of Merrill, as a General Business Representative on the State Fair Park Board, to serve for the term ending May 1, 2026. Hintz, Dr. Clare Of Herbster, as an Agriculture Representative on the Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, to serve for the term ending May 1, 2027. Senate Bill 678

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UW-Madison: Announces winter 2021 commencement ceremony

The University of Wisconsin–Madison will hold its 2021 winter commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19, at the Kohl Center, 601 W. Dayton St.   This will mark a return to an in-person ceremony following a virtual ceremony in winter 2020 due to the pandemic. This year’s ceremony will be livestreamed at commencement.wisc.edu and on the UW–Madison Facebook page so that family and friends around the world can watch.   There will be 1,823 doctoral, professional, master’s, and bachelor’s students earning degrees Sunday. About 1,240 of them have indicated they plan to attend the ceremony in person.   The event will abide

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WisDems: Election conspiracy theorist on Kevin Nicholson’s advisory board endorses Rebecca Kleefisch

MADISON, Wis. — This week, noted elected conspiracy theorist Michael Gableman, who is also running the Wisconsin GOP’s partisan election review, took sides in the GOP gubernatorial primary. Gableman threw his support behind Radical Rebecca Kleefisch — who shares his extreme views on undermining democratic elections. Kleefisch has vowed to sign voter suppression legislation if elected and said she wouldn’t rule out allowing the legislature to overturn future election results, should she not like the outcome.   This endorsement could certainly make things awkward for Gableman, who sits on the advisory board for potential candidate Kevin Nicholson’s No Better Friend Corp. But there

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Hy-Vee: Announces the launch of new nationwide subsidiary RedBox Rx

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Dec. 14, 2021) — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces the launch of RedBox Rx, a new national subsidiary that provides low-cost telehealth and online pharmacy services, and ships prescribed treatments directly to patients’ homes throughout the U.S. RedBox Rx makes it easy for people to get the treatment they need by offering quick, easy and discreet access to a provider who can prescribe prescription medication that is then shipped for free directly to the patient. This low-cost service bypasses insurance and offers treatment plans for men’s health, women’s health, hair and skin, mental health, migraine headaches, primary care and more. For

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Milwaukee County: Nears 100 percent compliance with employee COVID-19 vaccine mandate

96 percent of Milwaukee County employees subject to the mandate have submitted proof of vaccination, or have received / are in the process of receiving an exemption   MILWAUKEE — As of Sunday, December 12, 2021, 96 percent of Milwaukee County employees subject to the County’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate are vaccinated against COVID-19 or have received an exemption.   Overview of Key Metrics 96 percent (3,366) of Milwaukee County employees subject to the County’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate have submitted proof of vaccination or have received / are in the process of receiving an exemption (public safety union employees are not

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Presses AG Garland to publicly release data collection on individuals charged with violent felonies out on pre-trial release following Waukesha massacre

WASHINGTON—On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland demanding information about the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) monitoring and analyses of criminal pre-trial detention and conditional pre-trial release for individuals charged with violent felonies, and the data collection by DOJ on the violent crimes committed by

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Committee on Agriculture and Tourism executive session

The committee will hold an executive session on the following items at the time specified below: Thursday, December 16, 2021 10:00 AM 409 South Pursuant to Senate Rule 25 (4) (am), the Committee on Agriculture and Tourism will vote by paper ballot on the following items: Buttke, Jayme Of Merrill,

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UW-Madison: Announces winter 2021 commencement ceremony

The University of Wisconsin–Madison will hold its 2021 winter commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19, at the Kohl Center, 601 W. Dayton St.   This will mark a return to an in-person ceremony following a virtual ceremony in winter 2020 due to the pandemic. This year’s ceremony

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Hy-Vee: Announces the launch of new nationwide subsidiary RedBox Rx

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Dec. 14, 2021) — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces the launch of RedBox Rx, a new national subsidiary that provides low-cost telehealth and online pharmacy services, and ships prescribed treatments directly to patients’ homes throughout the U.S. RedBox Rx makes it easy for people to get the treatment they need by

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