National Guard: Wisconsin National Guard turns 185

The Wisconsin National Guard traces its history to the days before Wisconsin had achieved statehood, and just as Wisconsin evolved and developed over the years, so too the Wisconsin National Guard transformed into something quite different from its humble origins.

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Sen. Cowles: Constituent idea eases ancestry research

MADISON– Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement after 2021 Senate Bill 524, which he authored with Representative David Steffen (R-Green Bay), was signed into law today as 2021 Wisconsin Act 150: “Under current law, only the person

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Rep. Considine: On the Wisconsin Supreme Court redistricting case ruling

MADISON – Yesterday, the Wisconsin Supreme Court came to a 4-3 decision regarding the redistricting case, ruling in favor of Governor Evers’ proposed maps. Rep. Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) released the following statement on this decision: “I continue to stand by the statement that people should choose their representatives, not the other way

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IRG Action Fund: Applauds Senate Education Committee for advancing K-12 legislation

Madison, Wis. — Moments ago, the Wisconsin Senate Education Committee advanced several significant, IRG Action-backed education reform bills, including: school choice for all, breaking-up Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), ending DPI’s manipulation of school report card data, allowing microschools, protecting parental rights, requiring in-person learning options, and expanding public charter schools. Chris Reader,

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Sen. Ballweg: Wisconsin Dells development legislation becomes law

Madison… Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) and Representative Alex Dallman’s (R-Green Lake) bill, which extends Tax Incremental District 3 (TIDs) in the City of Wisconsin Dells, was signed into law as 2021 Wisconsin Act 142. This TID will provide incentives for eligible developments including upgrading road networks, extending electric and gas

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National Guard: Wisconsin National Guard turns 185

The Wisconsin National Guard traces its history to the days before Wisconsin had achieved statehood, and just as Wisconsin evolved and developed over the years, so too the Wisconsin National Guard transformed into something quite different from its humble origins. Henry Dodge, governor of what was then the Wisconsin Territory

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Winnebago County Exec Jon Doemel: Statement on DA Gossett

Please see below for County Executive Jon Doemel’s statement on the resignation of Winnebago County District Attorney Christian Gossett: I want to thank Christian for his years of leadership to Winnebago County. He has been a fierce advocate for reforming the criminal justice system. Christian is a true believer in

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of City of Beaver Dam safe drinking water loan program and clean water fund program projects

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Beaver Dam is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program and Clean Water Fund Program to address deficiencies in its public drinking and wastewater systems. These projects include the replacement of water

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League of Wisconsin Municipalities: Wisconsin’s 3 local government associations announce statewide TV Blitz to help build faith in elections

MADISON – As the first initiative of a newly-formed coalition, the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, Wisconsin Counties Association, and Wisconsin Towns Association today announced a statewide TV blitz that features Wisconsin clerks in a public education announcement, “We Trust Them,” to help restore faith in our system of voting ahead of

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Sen. Cowles: Constituent idea eases ancestry research

MADISON– Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement after 2021 Senate Bill 524, which he authored with Representative David Steffen (R-Green Bay), was signed into law today as 2021 Wisconsin Act 150: “Under current law, only the person put up for adoption may request to learn more about

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Sen. Jacque: Public safety legislation signed into law

MADISON, WI…  State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere) today had another bill in his Public Safety Package signed into law, an initiative allowing virtual court proceedings so the system runs more efficiently and brings justice to victims with fewer delays at lower cost. “Remote court proceedings are another of the

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Sen. Cowles: Community revitalization bill signed into law

MADISON– Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement after 2021 Senate Bill 518, which he authored with Representatives Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) and Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc), was signed into law today as 2021 Wisconsin Act 149: “Regardless of what Wisconsin community you call home, I’m sure we can

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