MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of Elmer Moore Jr. to serve as CEO and executive director of the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) effective April 11, 2022. “Access to affordable housing is critical in supporting Wisconsin’s working families, employers, and the economic well-being of our communities,” said Gov. Evers. “I’m thrilled to have Elmer Moore join our administration to serve in this important role. His background in business development, job creation, strategic partnerships, and community engagement will be critical to ensuring that WHEDA’s commitment to housing equity and economic opportunity remains strong throughout our great state.”

VERONA – City of Verona Mayor Luke Diaz and City Alders Kate Cronin, Chad Kemp, Rye Kimmett, Mara Hemke, and Heather Reekie today announced their support for State Representative Dianne Hesselbein for State Senate. “I’ve known Dianne for years and she’s always been responsive to the needs of her constituents,” said Mayor Diaz. “She is a dedicated public servant and will serve our community well in the State Senate. Please join me in supporting Dianne on August 9th.”

Even though legislative floor sessions have come to a close, legislative committees continue to meet and take action on important issues. This week, the Senate Committee on Agriculture & Tourism joined the Assembly Committee on Agriculture for a joint public hearing on Clearinghouse Rule 21-093 related to county and district fairs as well as an informational hearing on the University of Wisconsin Madison’s Farm & Industry Short Course. And it just happened to be on National Ag Day! I serve as Vice-Chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture & Tourism. I deeply value this role because I represent one of

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Barbara Lee (CA-13), Co-Chairs and Founders of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, sent a letter to President Biden urging him to resist pressures to increase defense spending in his Fiscal Year 2023 budget request. “We support your strategic response to Russia so far, and we look forward to continuing to work with you in the pursuit of peace in the region. As you prepare your fiscal year 2023 budget request, we know some Members of Congress will seek an increase in defense spending. Respectfully, we ask that you do everything in your

REESEVILLE, WI – A proposal submitted by the Reeseville Public Library to purchase materials that will be packed into nearly a dozen “Naturalist To Go Kits” for families to check out from the library and utilize in various nature/science settings has been selected to receive this month’s AARP Wisconsin “Small Dollar, Big Impact” grant. AARP Wisconsin is awarding grants each month throughout 2022 to projects across the state that are designed to improve communities and make them better places for everyone to live, work and play as they age. Judges selected this project for a $1,000 grant after reviewing dozens of proposals submitted

Green Bay, WI – With tremendous community support from individuals, groups and businesses through the area, the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation has reach two significant milestones – 30 years since its founding and $150 million invested in the community. “Founded by a group of visionary leaders, the Community Foundation is a catalyst for connecting people to create impact,” said Dennis Buehler, GGBCF President & CEO. “As a community leader and collaborator, the Foundation strives to help identify needs, connect resources and create innovative solutions to move our community forward.” This 30-year, $150 million milestones were achieved through a combination of nine

This week in the states, as Democrats across the country celebrated the Affordable Care Act (ACA) being signed into law 12 years ago, they also sounded the alarm on Republicans pushing an agenda that would gut coverage, make health care more expensive, and do nothing to lower drug costs for the American people. In Wisconsin: WKOW: Democrats, supporters of Obamacare rally on 12th anniversary of passage In Wisconsin: WIZM: Area Democrats join call to protect Affordable Care Act, approved 12 years ago In Wisconsin: Public News Service: On 12-Year Anniversary of ACA, Wisconsinites Discuss its Impacts In Florida: Florida Phoenix: FL Dems highlight protection of Obamacare as an issue

(MILWAUKEE, WI) – Amidst relentless election lies and attacks on the freedom to vote by Republicans in Wisconsin, members of Voces de la Frontera Action (VDLF Action) and allies are planning to hold a “Freedom to Vote Early” celebration this Saturday, March 26. The day’s festivities will begin at 10:00 a.m. with VDLF Action members going to vote early together at the Zablocki Library, an early voting site on Milwaukee’s predominantly Latinx south side. They will then be joined by allies from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and Souls to the Polls to hold a “Freedom to Vote Early” Celebration and Press Conference at 11:00 a.m. CT

MADISON, Wis. – Each year UW Health’s BerbeeWalsh Emergency Department sees hundreds of unintentional poison ingestion cases in kids younger than 10 years old.             This week marks National Poison Prevention Week, which is designed to spotlight the dangers of poisoning and how to keep it from happening.              Common poisonings among children are due to medications and supplements, and 42% of all poisonings occur in children younger than 5, according to the American Association of Poison Control Centers.             In 2020-21, UW Health saw 175 unintentional poison

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Ashley Morse to the Rock County Circuit Court–Branch 4. The appointment fills the vacancy being created by Judge Daniel T. Dillon’s resignation, effective April 5, 2022. Morse will complete a term ending July 31, 2023. “Ashley Morse is a recognized and accomplished leader whose dedication to improving the legal system, especially the juvenile legal system, and tireless commitment to justice will make her an excellent judge for the people of Rock County,” said Gov. Evers. “I am proud to announce her appointment today, and of the strong, positive impact she will continue to

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Portage County Circuit Court–Branch 1. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Thomas B. Eagon’s resignation, effective July 3, 2022. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2023. To apply, please email a completed application form and supporting materials to GOVJudicialAppointments@wisconsin.gov. Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Wed., April 20, 2022. The application can be found on the “Apply to Serve” page on Gov. Evers’ website at: www.evers.wi.gov. Applicants with questions about the judicial selection process may contact the Governor’s Office of Legal