Contact: Caroline Briscoe Phone number: (202) 897-6408 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement ahead of voting no on nearly $40 billion in additional U.S. funding for Ukraine.  “The federal government cannot continue to shell out billions for an overseas conflict when working-class Americans are struggling to find baby formula at their local grocery store and their paychecks are being wiped out by record gas prices and the worst inflation in 40 years,” said Congressman Tiffany. “Spending tens of billions in foreign aid month after month while American families struggle to pay their bills is not what I

Contact: Carter MacLeod   Phone: 202-225-5506   Carter.MacLeod@mail.house.gov Washington, DC – Tonight, Rep. Ron Kind voted to provide additional emergency funding to support the Ukrainian people and defend global democracy in the wake of Putin’s unjust attack. “The United States is ironclad in our support for Ukraine as they continue to fight for their country and democracy,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “That means not only helping provide Ukraine with the resources they need to defend themselves but also delivering humanitarian aid to Ukrainians whose lives have been uprooted by Putin’s unprovoked attack. This bipartisan package will do just that as we work to hold Putin accountable,

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer and Wisconsin doctors discussed the consequences of overturning Roe v. Wade and the dangerous impact of Ron Johnson and his Republican allies’ continued efforts to undermine Wisconsinites’ reproductive health. Wisconsin Republican politicians at every level, from Ron Johnson to Robin Vos to the Republican gubernatorial candidates, have waged a full-scale assault against reproductive health care. Speakers highlighted the devastating impact this decision and Republicans’ extremist stance on abortion would have and the importance of electing Democrats who will protect access to abortion and preserve bodily autonomy for Wisconsinites. WATCH HERE State Rep. Greta Neubauer, Democratic Leader in

MADISON, Wis.—Today, Senator Ron Johnson endorsed a total ban on abortion care in the Badger State. During a radio appearance (27:05), Senator Johnson noted that approximately 6,000 abortions are performed each year in Wisconsin and claimed that this was “6,000 too many.” The comments come after Senator Johnson appeared on Newsmax last week and said the United States Supreme Court was making the “correct decision” on overturning Roe v. Wade, even going so far as to say it was a “long time coming.” Over sixty percent of Wisconsin residents say abortion should be legal in most or all cases, a statistic that has held true for

WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), and 25 of their colleagues on a bipartisan resolution celebrating National Charter Schools Week and commending charter schools on their contribution to education.   “National Charter Schools Week is a time to celebrate the benefit that families have in the ability to choose the best type of education for their children. The increase in demand nationwide for charter schools demonstrates how important choice in education is for families. I will continue to advocate and fight for school choice in Wisconsin and

MADISON — As lakes across the upper Midwest grow warmer year after year, cool-water species of fish are finding it harder to thrive. In Wisconsin, that trend is especially noticeable in struggling populations of walleye — important to many indigenous communities, a top target in the state’s sport fishery, and a popular item on many restaurant menus. Like many states, Wisconsin spends millions of dollars each year on efforts to keep the walleye fishery running. But it is time to rethink some of those efforts, according to a report published in June’s special issue of the journal Fisheries Management and

Wisconsin is one of 10 states participating in the National Governors Association (NGA) knowledge exchange network for the Next Generation of the Healthcare Workforce Learning Collaborative program. As part of this group, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), and other partners will have access to workforce resources and experts and participate in discussions about best practices to support health care workers. Other states participating in the knowledge exchange network include Alabama, Connecticut, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Utah, and West Virginia. Four other states (California, Colorado,

WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), ranking member of the Judiciary Committee, sent a letter to Delaware U.S. Attorney David Weiss seeking transparency on steps the Justice Department has taken to prevent interference with the ongoing investigation into Hunter Biden’s tax and foreign financial endeavors. The lawmakers raised a number of questions regarding potential recusals due to conflicts of interest, whether Weiss has subpoenaed bank records relating to Hunter Biden, James Biden and their associates, and whether the Justice Department has provided Weiss the

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that during the April 30, 2022 Drug Take Back Day, Wisconsin collected a total of 59,840 lbs. of unwanted medications. “Once again, folks from across Wisconsin stepped up to participate in Drug Take Back, and now 59,840 lbs. of unused and unwanted medications will be safely disposed of,” said Attorney General Josh Kaul. “Thank you to everyone who helped make our spring Drug Take Back such a success.” Statewide over 135 law enforcement agencies participated in Drug Take Back Day. Medications were also collected from permanent drug disposal boxes at law

In a recent WTAQ-AM interview, Tim Michels joined his fellow GOP candidates for Wisconsin governor by embracing the Big Lie that the 2020 election was fraudulent. Asked by conservative host Joe Giganti if the election was stolen, Michels said, “Maybe,” and added, “There was certainly illegal ballots.” Michels didn’t stop there. At a campaign stop last Saturday, he alleged that “President Trump probably would be president right now if we had election integrity.” The baseless claim that the 2020 election was stolen has become a litmus test in the nasty GOP primary. Tim Ramthun has led an effort to illegally decertify the results, Rebecca Kleefisch would not say whether

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers announced an additional investment of $25 million more into the Main Street Bounceback Grant Program, which has helped businesses fill vacant storefronts in every county in Wisconsin. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement in support: “Since the beginning of the pandemic, Governor Evers has time and time again proven his commitment to making sure that Wisconsin’s small businesses have the resources and tools they need. By investing an additional $25 million dollars into the Main Street Bounceback Grant Program, Gov. Evers is delivering real relief for more than 4,200

MADISON – Today the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development (WHEDA) announced the award of $23.3 million in federal and state housing tax credits that will advance greater housing access and opportunity in Wisconsin through the creation of over 1,400 housing units. This year’s housing tax credits awards support 23 housing projects in 20 communities statewide and cap a highly competitive process that drew requests totaling more than $49 million. “From local officials and stakeholders to industry leaders and business owners large and small, we continue to hear that one of the greatest needs facing communities today is reliable, affordable housing,” said Gov.

Everyone is excited about the possibility of Amtrak passenger rail coming to Madison, but where would we put the station? This is a question the Common Council seeks to answer tonight as they move forward funds for a Passenger Rail Station Location Study. This $120,000 study will be introduced on the Common Council Agenda Tuesday night May 10.  Restoring passenger rail service to Madison is a key initiative of the Mayor’s administration, and the resolution is being sponsored by Alders Foster, Furman, Harrington-McKinney, Heck and Myadze. “The recently passed federal Bi-partisan Infrastructure Law includes unprecedented funding for passenger rail expansion,