Sen. Nass: Time to force WEC to comply with administrative rules law; Senate GOP ready to act, waiting on Assembly GOP

Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater), Co-chairman of the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR), released the following statement announcing the Senate Republicans on the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) are ready to take action against the Wisconsin Elections Commission.  Co-chairman Nass requested the scheduling of a January 4, 2021 executive session for the purpose of passing two motions requiring WEC to submit emergency rules within 30-days or cease issuing directives on the following: (1) Guidance regarding absentee ballot drop boxes, and (2) Guidance on correction of errors and omissions on absentee ballots.  This would be just

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Dept. of Health Services: Urges public health practices to keep kids safe and in school

As students return to school in January, Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is asking all Wisconsin parents and guardians to take action to help slow the spread of Omicron and keep children safe in schools. DHS urges parents and guardians to collaborate with local leaders, school officials, and public health on the following actions: Get your child vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster dose as soon as they are eligible. Ensure your child properly wears a well-fitting mask(link is external) in all public indoor spaces, including schools, even if it is not required. Get your child tested for COVID-19 if they are experiencing symptoms

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RENEW Wisconsin, Solar for Good: Solar grants help nonprofits invest $1.4M in renewable energy projects

RENEW Wisconsin’s Solar for Good program has awarded over $140,000 in grants and  solar panel donations to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations. Fourteen nonprofits will install  nearly 700 kilowatts of onsite, renewable electricity, leading to more than $1.4 million in  solar energy investments in Wisconsin.  The following organizations have been offered Fall 2021 Solar for Good grants to install  new solar electric systems:  Access Community Health Centers – health care, Madison and Sun Prairie Catholic Charities – human services, La Crosse  Chapel Valley Church – religious, Madison  Cinnaire Solutions – housing, Lac du Flambeau  Common Wealth Development – housing, Madison  Dunn County

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Gov. Evers: 2021 roundup celebrating 2021 accomplishments

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated his administration’s work serving the people of Wisconsin and released a list of accomplishments from the last year, including critical investments from the 2021-23 biennial budget, the important work of state workers and agencies to support Wisconsinites in every corner of the state, and the governor’s numerous groundbreaking programs and initiatives spearheaded to use federal pandemic relief funds. “Having traveled all across the state this past year, what I’ve seen is the grit, determination, and resilience of Wisconsinites who’ve come together and helped each other to respond to the challenges we’ve faced,” said Gov. Evers. “I’m proud of the work we’ve done to get things done for folks in every corner

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Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Concludes 2021 with multiple successes benefiting stakeholders throughout Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. –  Despite ongoing pandemic challenges, the Department of Safety and Professional Services is wrapping up 2021 with several key successes and achievements that will benefit individuals and businesses in all parts of the state. Among these is the relaunch of the Wisconsin Fund, a grant program that helps low-income individuals and businesses replace failing or failed private onsite wastewater treatment systems (POWTS), which are commonly referred to as septic systems. The department worked with industry stakeholders and members of the legislature to restore funding to the program. The cost of repairing or replacing POWTS is often prohibitive, and many individuals

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WEDC: Finding resources for rural Wisconsin

MADISON, WI. DEC. 30, 2021 – Wisconsin’s rural communities and residents have access to a new and growing directory of resources and success stories offering aid and inspiration on topics ranging from affordable housing and economic development to cultural programs and environmental protection. “Wisconsin’s rural communities face unique challenges,” said Missy Hughes, secretary and CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). “There are numerous state and federal programs, as well as nonprofit resources, out there that can help communities and residents. But finding and navigating those programs can be difficult especially for smaller communities that may not have dedicated staff. Ruralwi.com aims

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Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Announces Families Supporting Families awards

(Madison) — The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), has announced 5 awards statewide to community-based organizations to expand their efforts to support families of color who have school-aged children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Families Supporting Families grants began in recognition that community-based organizations run by people of color know best how to support the families they serve. By providing grants to support these organizations to expand their services, BPDD and DPI believe more families of color and their children with disabilities will get connected to

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Wisconsin tops 10,000 COVID-19 deaths

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Sen. Nass: Time to force WEC to comply with administrative rules law; Senate GOP ready to act, waiting on Assembly GOP

Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater), Co-chairman of the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR), released the following statement announcing the Senate Republicans on the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) are ready to take action against the Wisconsin Elections Commission.  Co-chairman Nass requested the scheduling of a

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RENEW Wisconsin, Solar for Good: Solar grants help nonprofits invest $1.4M in renewable energy projects

RENEW Wisconsin’s Solar for Good program has awarded over $140,000 in grants and  solar panel donations to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations. Fourteen nonprofits will install  nearly 700 kilowatts of onsite, renewable electricity, leading to more than $1.4 million in  solar energy investments in Wisconsin.  The following organizations have been offered Fall

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Gov. Evers: 2021 roundup celebrating 2021 accomplishments

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated his administration’s work serving the people of Wisconsin and released a list of accomplishments from the last year, including critical investments from the 2021-23 biennial budget, the important work of state workers and agencies to support Wisconsinites in every corner of the state, and the governor’s numerous groundbreaking programs and initiatives spearheaded to use federal pandemic relief funds. “Having traveled all

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Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Concludes 2021 with multiple successes benefiting stakeholders throughout Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. –  Despite ongoing pandemic challenges, the Department of Safety and Professional Services is wrapping up 2021 with several key successes and achievements that will benefit individuals and businesses in all parts of the state. Among these is the relaunch of the Wisconsin Fund, a grant program that helps low-income individuals

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WEDC: Finding resources for rural Wisconsin

MADISON, WI. DEC. 30, 2021 – Wisconsin’s rural communities and residents have access to a new and growing directory of resources and success stories offering aid and inspiration on topics ranging from affordable housing and economic development to cultural programs and environmental protection. “Wisconsin’s rural communities face unique challenges,” said Missy

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Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Announces Families Supporting Families awards

(Madison) — The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), has announced 5 awards statewide to community-based organizations to expand their efforts to support families of color who have school-aged children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Families Supporting

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Wisconsin tops 10,000 COVID-19 deaths

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