Polling released today by SCWA shows likely Wisconsin voters favor Wisconsin’s school choice programs by a 51-23 margin. The poll also shows that Tim Michels and Tony Evers are in a head-to-head race in the Governors election. The poll of 600 likely voters was conducted on August 22-24 by On Message Inc. (OMI). Lead OMI pollster Wes Anderson was named “Pollster of the Year” in 2019 by the American Association of Political Consultants. OMI has extensive experience in Wisconsin and is a leading national firm in the area of education public opinion. A memorandum from OMI on the latest poll

MADISON, Wis. – Decisions by law enforcement officials are completely independent of the Wisconsin Elections Commission, which has no role in filing criminal charges. That being the case, it would be inappropriate for the Commission to comment further at this time on decisions by law enforcement entities to file charges for alleged election-related crimes. As a state agency, the WEC will assist law enforcement agencies as needed but has no role in pursuing or denying prosecution in any criminal matters, which is a responsibility that falls with law enforcement. The WEC stands by the integrity of the MyVote application. All

MADISON, Wis. — The Governor’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Veteran Opportunity announced the release of the commission’s final report prepared at the request of Gov. Tony Evers. The report includes 24 recommendations to address the needs and challenges of Wisconsin’s veterans and their families concerning education access, housing security, veteran employment, mental health, long-term care, and other essential policy areas concerning the well-being of veterans. “Wisconsin’s veterans have given so much in service to our country, but they face unique barriers when returning to civilian life, and this has been especially true over the last few years,” said Gov. Evers. “Creating the Blue

MADISON, WI – The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin launched its VOTE411.org voter guide for the General Election on November 8. This one-stop shop for statewide election information provides simple tools to help Wisconsin voters navigate the voting process. These include candidate information, voter registration tools, polling place information and other helpful Election Day resources. “VOTE411 sets voters up with the tools they need to feel prepared to cast their ballot whether they vote in person or absentee,” said Eileen Newcomer, LWVWI Voter Education Manager. “Voters can find important information they need in order to choose the candidates that

(WAUKESHA, WI) – Today, County Executive Paul Farrow submitted Waukesha County’s 2023 – 2027 Capital Projects Plan to the County Board of Supervisors. The Board is anticipated to vote on it during their Tuesday, October 25th board meeting. The Capital Projects Plan includes funding for all major projects to be proposed in County budgets over the next five years. It focuses on essential infrastructure projects that support safety and economic development in the community. Residents will notice qualify-of-life improvements to vital transportation corridors, County parks, and safer, more accessible courthouse and County facilities. “Waukesha County is using conservative budgeting practices so we can continue our

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) today announced that Harry E. Wait, 68, of Union Grove, Wis., has been charged with two counts of Election Fraud and two counts of Unauthorized Use of an Individual’s Personal Identifying Information in connection with his requesting absentee ballots for two other individuals. “The Wisconsin Department of Justice is committed to ensuring that the integrity of our elections is protected from alleged intentional violations of the law,” said AG Kaul. According to the criminal complaint, on the evening of July 26, 2022, Mr. Wait went to MyVote.wi.gov and requested absentee ballots for two

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the state chamber of commerce – declared September as Chamber of Commerce Month in Wisconsin on Thursday. Throughout September, WMC will work with local chambers to highlight the crucial role they play in communities across the state. Wisconsin’s more than 265 local chambers help strengthen Wisconsin’s economy through advocacy, education and economic development. In addition, these chambers promote tourism, business-focused programming and community events on a regular basis. “The business community is grateful for the support and leadership of local chambers of commerce every day,” said WMC President & CEO Kurt Bauer. “But

The News: Federal Judge James Peterson ruled Wednesday that under the Voting Rights Act, disabled voters who require third-party assistance with returning their absentee ballots to a municipal clerk “must be permitted that assistance.” WILL is requesting that WEC adopt a new rule implementing Judge Peterson’s decision in a way consistent with election integrity measures. The Quote: WILL Deputy Counsel, Luke Berg, said, “We don’t disagree with Judge Peterson’s legal logic and feel this is an important issue to have clarity on going forward. But, it is crucial that the Wisconsin Elections Commission does not implement this ruling in a way that creates a loophole

LA CROSSE — Today, State Senator and nominee for Congress Brad Pfaff unveiled his plan to cut costs and repair our broken supply chains by bringing manufacturing back to Wisconsin. “Working Wisconsinites want an end to high costs, and this plan delivers,” said Brad Pfaff. “I’m tired of seeing prices rise, manufacturing jobs disappear, and corporate profits soar. It’s time we get back to making high-quality products right here at home, which is why my plan focuses on bringing back good-paying manufacturing jobs that strengthen our supply chains, reduce our foreign dependency, and most importantly drive down costs. As a

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) invites the public to review and offer comments on the agency’s 2022 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. The ADA Transition Plan shares information on WisDOT’s efforts to continually improve accessibility throughout the state highway system including roadside facilities, navigability within public rights of way and public input processes. Per federal law, the transition plan is regularly maintained with opportunities for public input. WisDOT encourages anyone interested to participate in the 30-day public comment period through September 30, 2022. “We are committed to delivering safe and effective transportation options for all abilities,” WisDOT

GREEN BAY, WI — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) released the following statement as Fincantieri Marinette Marine yesterday began building the Constellation Class frigate at its shipyard in Marinette, Wisconsin. “The future of the Navy is being built right here in Northeast Wisconsin. The Constellation Class frigate will play a critical role in deterring rising Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific, and advancing American interests around the world,” said Rep. Gallagher. “Northeast Wisconsin has a long history of making world-class military and commercial vessels, and the hardworking men and women at Fincantieri Marinette Marine are ready to support our warfighters.”