MON PM Update: Conservative justices raise concerns about requiring Huebsch to turn over personal communications

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Conservative members of the state Supreme Court today raised concerns that requiring former PSC Commissioner Mike Huebsch to turn over personal communications could open a Pandora’s box for other public servants, including judges. The opponents of a high-voltage transmission line between Dubuque, Iowa, and Middleton that the PS… 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 Password

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Gov. Evers: Announces new recommendations for tackling homelessness in Wisconsin

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH), which is chaired by the governor, has unanimously adopted and released their “Welcoming Wisconsin Home” report which provides new recommendations for tackling homelessness in the state of Wisconsin. “Having safe, stable housing is the first step of not only keeping our neighbors safe and healthy but is also key in ensuring our state’s continued economic recovery, strengthening our communities, and ensuring kids, families, and workers can be successful,” said Gov. Evers. “We must make strategic investments and work together to build the sort of future we want

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Pro-Life Wisconsin: Demands Evers administration provide explanation for illegal grants to Planned Parenthood

February 28, 2022 BROOKFIELD, WI – Pro-Life Wisconsin has partnered with the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL), Wisconsin Family Action, and Wisconsin Right to Life to demand an explanation from the Evers Administration regarding the allocation of nearly $2.4 million to Planned Parenthood affiliates throughout Wisconsin. In 2020 and 2021, $4.5 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds were granted to the state of Wisconsin. Since then, nearly half of these funds were allocated to the state’s largest abortion provider, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin (PPWI), and its local affiliates. In a letter and subsequent press release, attorneys at the

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U.S. Rep. Moore: Statement on House passage of her bill to award a Congressional gold medal to the members of, the Women’s Army Corps 6888th (Six Triple Eight) Central Postal Directory Battalion

“The Six Triple Eight was a trailblazing group of sheroes who were the only all-Black, Women Army Corps Battalion to serve overseas during World War II. Facing both racism and sexism in a warzone, these women sorted millions of pieces of mail, closing massive mail backlogs, and ensuring service members received letters from their loved ones. A Congressional Gold Medal is only fitting for these veterans who received little recognition for their service after returning home. I am honored to recognize Six Triple Eight’s selfless service, which is long overdue and to be able to award the highest honor in

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Godlewski Campaign: Slams the Senate for failing to protect Reproductive Rights

MADISON – Today, the U.S. Senate failed to advance the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would have prohibited government restrictions on access to abortion services. State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski slammed the Senate’s failure to advance legislation that would finally ensure reproductive freedom for women in Wisconsin and across America. Sarah Godlewski released the following statement: “Generations before us didn’t fight for reproductive rights just to have us sit by the wayside and let it all be wiped away. With the future of Roe hanging on by a shoestring, we can no longer afford to elect leaders who treat abortion rights as an afterthought.

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Planned Parenthood: Senator Ron Johnson turn’s his back on Wisconsin women by voting against Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA)

Wisconsin — Today, despite the fact that 80% of Americans want abortion to be safe and legal, Senator Ron Johnson voted against the Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA), legislation that would protect the right to abortion in Wisconsin. Senator Tammy Baldwin coauthored and voted in favor of the legislation. The WHPA would establish a statutory right to provide and receive abortion services, providing critical protection to states like Wisconsin that has a pre-Roe ban on abortion without exceptions for rape, incest or the health of a woman. WHPA is needed now more than ever since the Supreme Court may overturn or severely undermine the protections established by

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Steen Campaign: Challenge Robin Vos for the 63rd Assembly

Burlington, WI — On February 28, 2022 Adam Steen enters the political arena to  represent Racine county. Adam Steen, a graduate of UW Madison, says his motivation for  stepping forward is his two daughters and standing up for future generations. We The People cannot expect any different than the status quo from the current leaders that are entrenched in  Madison. It is time to send actual representatives to the Capital to stand up for the rights of We  The People.   Adam Steen stands for Life – the ability to live your life from conception to a ripe old age,  Liberty

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U.S. Dept. of Justice: Verona man sentenced to 12 years for possessing child pornography

MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that William Heitman, 35, Verona, Wisconsin, pleaded guilty today and was sentenced by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 12 years in federal prison for possessing child pornography.  This sentence will be followed by 15 years of supervised release.  Judge Conley also ordered the defendant to pay $9,000 in restitution to three of the victims depicted in the images Heitman possessed. In June 2020, Verona police officers found Heitman in a park sleeping in his car.  Heitman told officers that he was recently released

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Criticizes WI Natural Resources Board decision to weaken PFAS standard in drinking water, refusal to set PFAS groundwater standards

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind criticized the decision by former Gov. Scott Walker-appointed members of Wisconsin’s Natural Resources Board to weaken standards for PFAS chemicals in public drinking water and reject rules to limit PFAS in groundwater. Last week, the board voted to approve PFAS regulation at a less protective standard than proposed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and failed to address PFAS in groundwater, despite tens of thousands of Wisconsinites relying on private wells for drinking water. “No Wisconsinite should have to worry about whether or not their drinking water is safe and this

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Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway: $3.5M grant from WisDOT will support Troy Drive Railroad Bridge replacement

The Troy Drive Railroad Bridge in the City of Madison will be replaced thanks to a $3.5M grant from the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation as part of the 2022 Freight Rail Preservation Program. The railroad bridge over Troy Drive limits a critical neighborhood connection point, used daily by residents to get to and from work, school and more. Currently, the sidewalk goes through a dark and unfriendly underpass, and the bridge is too low to allow busses, trucks or emergency vehicles to pass through.    The new bridge proposed would span the entire right of way, allowing for

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Waukesha County: National Wedding Planning Day reminds for engaged couples in Waukesha County

(WAUKESHA, WI) – On March 1st, National Wedding Planning Day, the Waukesha County Clerk encourages couples to be prepared to apply for a marriage license before their ceremony. New Act 84 legislation, which takes effect July 1, 2022, will streamline some parts of the process mid-summer. “It’s important for couples to remember they need to apply for their marriage license before their ceremony,” said Waukesha County Clerk Meg Wartman. “Be sure to visit your County Clerk’s website before your appointment to make sure you have all the necessary documentation.” Contact your County Clerk’s Office to set up a time to schedule

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Dept. of Transportation: Gov. Evers announces nearly $15 million in grants and loans to improve freight rail

Governor Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced nearly $15 million in grants and loans for five freight rail projects worth an estimated $24.4 million. The projects will enhance safety by replacing timber bridges, improving crossings, and allowing emergency vehicle access. “These freight rail projects are an investment in a critical part of Wisconsin’s supply chain,” Gov. Evers said. “Modern and efficient freight rail makes our communities safer and our whole transportation infrastructure stronger. This work will mean shorter routes for some emergency vehicles, higher weight limits for some trains, and a more modern rail

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Barnes Campaign: La Crosse small business owner, Mandela Barnes is in Senate race for us

Last week, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes released a policy plan to expand opportunity for the middle class by supporting Wisconsin’s Main Streets and family farms. La Crosse small business owner Beth Hartung sent a letter to the La Crosse Tribune editor endorsing Mandela’s plan and his candidacy for the U.S. Senate. La Crosse Tribune: Beth Hartung: Mandela Barnes is in Senate race for us When I first met Mandela Barnes in 2018, I could tell from his sincerity and dedication he wasn’t another run-of-the-mill politician. That’s why, when he asked if I would host a small business owners roundtable in La Crosse earlier

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MON PM Update: Conservative justices raise concerns about requiring Huebsch to turn over personal communications

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Conservative members of the state Supreme Court today raised concerns that requiring former PSC Commissioner Mike Huebsch to turn over personal communications could open a Pandora’s box for other public servants, including judges. The opponents of a high-voltage transmission line between Dubuque,

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U.S. Rep. Moore: Statement on House passage of her bill to award a Congressional gold medal to the members of, the Women’s Army Corps 6888th (Six Triple Eight) Central Postal Directory Battalion

“The Six Triple Eight was a trailblazing group of sheroes who were the only all-Black, Women Army Corps Battalion to serve overseas during World War II. Facing both racism and sexism in a warzone, these women sorted millions of pieces of mail, closing massive mail backlogs, and ensuring service members

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Godlewski Campaign: Slams the Senate for failing to protect Reproductive Rights

MADISON – Today, the U.S. Senate failed to advance the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would have prohibited government restrictions on access to abortion services. State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski slammed the Senate’s failure to advance legislation that would finally ensure reproductive freedom for women in Wisconsin and across America. Sarah Godlewski

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Planned Parenthood: Senator Ron Johnson turn’s his back on Wisconsin women by voting against Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA)

Wisconsin — Today, despite the fact that 80% of Americans want abortion to be safe and legal, Senator Ron Johnson voted against the Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA), legislation that would protect the right to abortion in Wisconsin. Senator Tammy Baldwin coauthored and voted in favor of the legislation. The WHPA would establish a statutory right to

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Steen Campaign: Challenge Robin Vos for the 63rd Assembly

Burlington, WI — On February 28, 2022 Adam Steen enters the political arena to  represent Racine county. Adam Steen, a graduate of UW Madison, says his motivation for  stepping forward is his two daughters and standing up for future generations. We The People cannot expect any different than the status

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Criticizes WI Natural Resources Board decision to weaken PFAS standard in drinking water, refusal to set PFAS groundwater standards

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind criticized the decision by former Gov. Scott Walker-appointed members of Wisconsin’s Natural Resources Board to weaken standards for PFAS chemicals in public drinking water and reject rules to limit PFAS in groundwater. Last week, the board voted to approve PFAS regulation at a

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Dept. of Transportation: Gov. Evers announces nearly $15 million in grants and loans to improve freight rail

Governor Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced nearly $15 million in grants and loans for five freight rail projects worth an estimated $24.4 million. The projects will enhance safety by replacing timber bridges, improving crossings, and allowing emergency vehicle access. “These freight rail projects

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