Lasry says he’s raised $3.9M in Q1

Dem U.S. Senate candidate Alex Lasry says he pulled in $3.9 million during the first three months of the year. Of that, he personally contributed $3.45 million, his campaign said. That puts his fundraising from individuals at about $450,000 for the three-month period. Lasry finished March with about $1 million in the bank, his campaign said. To date, he’s pulled in about $9 million with $5.8 million of that from his own pocket. Lasry is the latest U.S. Senate candidate to announce topline numbers ahead of tomorrow’s filing deadline. Fellow Dem Sarah Godlewski this morning said she pulled in $2.1

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THU PM Update: State crime labs processed more DNA cases in 2021, but average turnaround time lagged 2020

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The state crime labs were better at turning around DNA cases submitted in 2021 than the year before. But it took longer, on average, to process them, according to the Department of Justice’s annual report on the Division of Forensic Sciences. GOP AG candidates Adam Jarchow and Eric Toney both knocked Dem incumbent Josh Kaul for… 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    

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Rep. Hesselbein: Thanks Rep. Pope for her years of service

MIDDLETON – State Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released a statement today upon the announcement from State Representative Sondy Pope (D – Mount Horeb) that she would not be seeking reelection: “I want to thank Sondy for her years of service to her community and to Wisconsin. She is a true champion of public education and worked tirelessly to improve educational opportunities for all Wisconsinites. At every hearing of the Assembly Committee on Education Sondy brought her intellect, determination, and sharp wit. She was never one to back down from a fight. “I wish Sondy the very best in her retirement.”

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Introduces legislation to lower prescription drug prices

WASHINGTON, DC – Today Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced the Plain Prescription Prices Act with Reps. Nikema Williams (GA-05), Don Bacon (NE-02), and Angie Craig (MN-02). This nonpartisan legislation would ensure TV commercials for prescription drugs disclose the list price of the medication they are advertising. Unlike the prices of most products advertised on TV, the list prices of prescription drugs are challenging to find publicly. With this reform, consumers will be empowered with information and better able to make decisions that put downward pressure on rising prescription drug prices. Congressman Steil said:  “Prescription drug prices strain budgets for many families and seniors. One

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Dept. of Military Affairs: 107th Maintenance Company lands back on U.S. soil following deployment to Europe

Approximately 150 Wisconsin Army National Guard Soldiers from the 107th Maintenance Company landed safely on U.S. soil this week following a deployment to Europe in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve. Soldiers with the unit, which is headquartered in Sparta, Wisconsin – with detachments in Viroqua, Wisconsin and Camp Ripley, Minnesota – returned to Fort Hood, Texas, where they will de-mobilize before returning to Wisconsin. Senior Wisconsin Army National Guard leadership greeted every Soldier as they came off the plane. “I’m so glad I was able to see you guys walking off the plane – It’s one of my most favorite

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Office of the Commissioner of Insurance, AARP: Highlight the prescription drug affordability challenges facing Wisconsinites

Madison, Wis. — This week, Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek and Deputy Commissioner Rachel Cissne Carabell met with lawmakers and AARP advocates to listen to their personal stories about the impact of high prescription drug prices. “Across Wisconsin, too many people are forced to cut pills in half, skip doses, ration their insulin, or not fill prescriptions simply because the cost of those medications is too high,” said Commissioner Houdek. “I am grateful for the committed advocates that sat down with us to share their stories of high drug prices and unexpected price fluctuations that impact their day-to-day lives. Unfortunately, their stories are

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Toney campaign: Josh Kaul’s abysmal crime lab failures

Today Josh Kaul released his crime lab testing data and the failures are staggering. “Josh Kaul campaigned on fixing the crime and is trying to bury his abysmal failure of mismanaging the crime lab. Kaul is playing politics with public safety by limiting the amount of evidence prosecutors and cops can submit to the lab in a failed effort to improve his testing turnaround times. Kaul is testing significantly less items than former AG Brad Schimel and is still taking longer to test many categories of key items in comparison to Schimel, including DNA. Wisconsin can’t afford another 4 years of

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Dane County Health Council: Joins partners to launch ConnectRx Wisconsin

A care coordination system centered on Black women and birthing persons to reduce Black infant mortality MADISON, Wis. – The Dane County Health Council (DCHC) and The Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness (the Foundation) today announced a major step forward in local efforts to improve health outcomes for Black women, birthing persons and babies. ConnectRx Wisconsin is a new care coordination system supporting Black pregnant women and birthing persons to gain greater access to healthcare and family-stabilizing resources that fill potentially unmet social needs such as food, financial assistance, housing, employment and transportation. It is designed to reduce the occurrence of low birthweight and improve birth outcomes for Black women, birthing persons and babies in

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Marquette University: Presents “The Light” in inaugural Voices Included for People of Color Theatre production, April 22-30

MILWAUKEE — Marquette Theatre will present Loy A. Webb’s “The Light,” the inaugural production in its Voices Included for People of Color (VIP) Theatre company, Friday, April 22, to Saturday, April 30, at the Evan P. and Marion Helfaer Theatre. The VIP Theatre company directly serves people of color and minoritized individuals who self-identify as theatre creators in all areas of theatre. VIP Theatre seeks to provide performance and career building opportunities for the Marquette and Milwaukee theatre communities; professional artists of color serve as role models for students and alumni. Led by director Marti Gobel and assistant director Malaina

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Announces 2022 youth turkey hunt April 16-17

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds families, mentors and young hunters there’s still time to plan ahead for the 2022 youth turkey hunt happening statewide April 16-17. Each year, the youth turkey hunt gives hunters under the age of 16 the opportunity to gain valuable hunting experience and feel the excitement of turkey season before the regular season begins. The wild turkey is truly one of Wisconsin’s wildlife management success stories. A key part of the success of the wild turkey management program can be attributed to hunters through their purchase of the Wild Turkey Stamp

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Hears from concerned parents saying “the kids are too important to stay silent”

OSHKOSH— U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) led a listening session with Wisconsin parents to discuss their children’s futures, the impact of COVID-19 on learning and getting involved in the community. Senator Johnson heard the concerns of parents in a two hour long roundtable that resulted in a discussion where Wisconsin parents shared their fears about online learning, critical race theory and speaking up on behalf of their children.   Watch the video here.   Excerpts from Wisconsin parents below.   “It’s very clear that parents, educators, and everybody are really concerned about the well-being of our children, their education and what

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Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Announces finalists for Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards

MADISON – Twenty-six Wisconsin manufacturers have been selected as finalists for the 33rd Annual Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards. The finalists showcase the strength and vibrancy of the manufacturing sector that sustains high-wage, family-supporting careers. Manufacturing is the backbone of Wisconsin, contributing over $63 billion to the state’s economy – nearly 20 percent of the state’s Gross Domestic Product – and employing about 480,000 people. The MOTY program recognizes the state’s top manufacturers of all sectors and sizes for their commitment to quality careers, good business practices, financial growth, innovative processes and reinvestment into local communities. Grand Award winners will

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Associated Builders and Contractors: Endorses Kleefisch for governor

WAUKESHA – Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Wisconsin is endorsing Rebecca Kleefisch in her campaign to become Wisconsin’s first female governor. ABC President John Mielke and many ABC members accompanied Kleefisch on visits to two member locations to make the announcements on Thursday — Quality Insulators, Inc. in Green Bay and PGA, Inc. in Weston near Wausau. In announcing the endorsement, Mielke highlighted Kleefisch’s common-sense efforts. “I had the honor of working with Rebecca Kleefisch for nearly two years when she served as ABC of Wisconsin’s jobs ambassador,” Mielke said. “During that time, I had the opportunity to see

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Select Committee on the Economy: Highlights importance of school choice during housing hearing in Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI – The Select Committee on the Economy held a hearing discussing the housing and economic challenges in the city of Milwaukee, in particular focusing on redlining. Ranking Member Bryan Steil (WI-01) stressed the critical need to look at solutions that can help the next generation overcome historical barriers and succeed economically, particularly by promoting school choice.   Milwaukee has one of the oldest school choice programs in the country, with almost 30,000 students currently enrolled in the program. School choice is extremely popular in the Milwaukee area and has supporters on both sides of the aisle. During the hearing,

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Lasry says he’s raised $3.9M in Q1

Dem U.S. Senate candidate Alex Lasry says he pulled in $3.9 million during the first three months of the year. Of that, he personally contributed $3.45 million, his campaign said. That puts his fundraising from individuals at about $450,000 for the three-month period. Lasry finished March with about $1 million

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Rep. Hesselbein: Thanks Rep. Pope for her years of service

MIDDLETON – State Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released a statement today upon the announcement from State Representative Sondy Pope (D – Mount Horeb) that she would not be seeking reelection: “I want to thank Sondy for her years of service to her community and to Wisconsin. She is a true

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Introduces legislation to lower prescription drug prices

WASHINGTON, DC – Today Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced the Plain Prescription Prices Act with Reps. Nikema Williams (GA-05), Don Bacon (NE-02), and Angie Craig (MN-02). This nonpartisan legislation would ensure TV commercials for prescription drugs disclose the list price of the medication they are advertising. Unlike the prices of most products advertised

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Office of the Commissioner of Insurance, AARP: Highlight the prescription drug affordability challenges facing Wisconsinites

Madison, Wis. — This week, Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek and Deputy Commissioner Rachel Cissne Carabell met with lawmakers and AARP advocates to listen to their personal stories about the impact of high prescription drug prices. “Across Wisconsin, too many people are forced to cut pills in half, skip doses, ration their insulin,

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Toney campaign: Josh Kaul’s abysmal crime lab failures

Today Josh Kaul released his crime lab testing data and the failures are staggering. “Josh Kaul campaigned on fixing the crime and is trying to bury his abysmal failure of mismanaging the crime lab. Kaul is playing politics with public safety by limiting the amount of evidence prosecutors and cops

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Dane County Health Council: Joins partners to launch ConnectRx Wisconsin

A care coordination system centered on Black women and birthing persons to reduce Black infant mortality MADISON, Wis. – The Dane County Health Council (DCHC) and The Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness (the Foundation) today announced a major step forward in local efforts to improve health outcomes for Black women, birthing persons and babies. ConnectRx Wisconsin is a new

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Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Announces finalists for Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards

MADISON – Twenty-six Wisconsin manufacturers have been selected as finalists for the 33rd Annual Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards. The finalists showcase the strength and vibrancy of the manufacturing sector that sustains high-wage, family-supporting careers. Manufacturing is the backbone of Wisconsin, contributing over $63 billion to the state’s economy –

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Associated Builders and Contractors: Endorses Kleefisch for governor

WAUKESHA – Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Wisconsin is endorsing Rebecca Kleefisch in her campaign to become Wisconsin’s first female governor. ABC President John Mielke and many ABC members accompanied Kleefisch on visits to two member locations to make the announcements on Thursday — Quality Insulators, Inc. in Green

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