WED PM Update: Vos says meeting with Jan. 6 committee brief

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, said this afternoon’s meeting with the Jan. 6 Select Committee was brief as he answered lawmakers’ questions on Wisconsin’s 2020 presidential election. Vos filed a lawsuit in September seeking to block the committee’s subpoena seeking information on former President Trump’s effor… 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     Forgot Password

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U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services: Simulated driving program reduces crash risk for teens with ADHD in small study

A program that combines computer-based and driving simulator training may reduce the proportion of crashes and near crashes among teens with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a small study funded by the National Institutes of Health. Teens who took the training, which aims to reduce the number of long glances away from the roadway, had a nearly 40% lower risk for crash or near crash, compared to a similar group who did not undergo the training. The study was conducted by Jeffery N. Epstein, Ph.D., of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, and colleagues. It appears in the New England Journal

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Rep. Vos: Statement on Select Committee

Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement on the January 6th Select Committee. “Today I met with the January 6th Select Committee after previously receiving a subpoena for my testimony. I did not have any involvement with the events of January 6, 2021. My meeting with the Select Committee was brief, and I answered their questions regarding Wisconsin’s 2020 Presidential Election.”

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Dept. of Revenue: Deadline nears for unclaimed property holders to initiate voluntary disclosure agreement and avoid penalties

MADISON – Many businesses are unaware of legal requirements for sending the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) uncashed payroll checks, unclaimed customer refunds, and other unclaimed property they hold. Under law, businesses, organizations, or governmental units holding unclaimed property in Wisconsin have through February 28, 2023, to initiate an unclaimed property voluntary disclosure agreement with DOR. The agreement program guides participants through the process and allows them to turn over to DOR without penalties property from the previous five years. There are exceptions and participants are asked to carefully review requirements found on DOR’s Unclaimed Property Voluntary Disclosure page and itsUnclaimed Property

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB meeting Dec. 14

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the December board meeting to consider several proposed rulemaking documents, hearings and donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, originating from public meeting room G09, State Natural Resources Building (GEF2), 101 S. Webster Street, Madison, Wisconsin. The Board will act on items 1-4 and 7 as listed on the agenda. The public is encouraged to watch the December board meeting on the DNR’s YouTube channel. The deadline to register for public appearance requests and to submit written comments is 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022. Remote testimony

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Jennifer Dorow, another pea in the right wing MAGA pod, announces run for Wisconsin state Supreme Court

MADISON, Wis. — Jennifer Dorow, Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge appointed by former Republican Governor Scott Walker, today announced she is running for the Wisconsin State Supreme Court. Dorow, who has already labeled herself “conservative” in media interviews will be competing against right-winger Dan Kelly, who was defeated in his 2020 election effort to hold on to the state high court seat to which he was appointed, also by Republican Scott Walker. The following are the statements of A Better Wisconsin Together Executive Director Chris Walloch: “Jennifer Dorow and Dan Kelly are two peas in the right wing MAGA pod, with

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Dept. of Workforce Development: Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council hosting public hearing Dec. 15

MADISON – The Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC) is seeking suggestions from stakeholders and the public for its next slate of recommended legislative changes. The Council will host a hybrid public hearing from 3-6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022, using WebEx web conferencing technology and in person at 201 E. Washington Ave, Madison, Wisconsin. In addition, written comments may be submitted through Monday, Jan. 16, 2023. “Since 1911, a citizen advisory council has played an instrumental part in amending the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Act, which has served as a national model for state worker’s compensation programs, and the Council’s work is

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Milwaukee County Supv. Coggs-Jones: Directs residents to state website for proper location for MilES (Milwaukee Enrollment Services)

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES) opened a new location at 6055 North 64th Street. The new location will serve Milwaukee County residents who participate in state benefit programs. County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones made the following statement.   “Milwaukee Enrollment Services has a new location that is now located at 6055 North 64th Street. I’d like to encourage residents to use the proper website to access information about their health care options,” said Supervisor Coggs-Jones “Make sure to use the official DHS website which gives the most accurate up to date information about locations where state benefits can be accessed. In that vein, I would also like to take

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Protect Our Care: Navigator poll shows broad, bipartisan support for maternal and child health in the upcoming end of year package

Washington DC — New Navigator polling reveals 72 percent of voters support passing the “Momnibus” legislation to reduce preventable deaths in moms. America has the highest maternal mortality rate of any industrialized country in the world and 80 percent of deaths are entirely preventable. This legislation is also key to addressing stark racial disparities in the maternal mortality crisis. In total, 72 percent of respondents, including 63 percent of independents and 59 percent of Republicans, reported they support Congress passing the “Momnibus” bill — ranking higher than any other priority.  Protect Our Care has urged Congress to pass the “Momnibus”

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UW-Eau Claire: Chancellor Emeritus Larry Schnack’s legacy lives on at UW-Eau Claire

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Chancellor Emeritus Larry Schnack — a longtime faculty member and campus leader — passed away Monday, Nov. 28. Schnack retired from UW-Eau Claire in January 1998 after a 32-year career on the campus, which included 19 years of teaching and administrative work followed by a 13-year tenure as the university’s chancellor. “Dr. Schnack was a highly respected teacher, scholar and chancellor who served UW-Eau Claire extraordinarily well for more than three decades,” says Chancellor James Schmidt. “Many of the things that make UW-Eau Claire so special today — including our nationally recognized undergraduate research program —

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WED PM Update: Vos says meeting with Jan. 6 committee brief

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, said this afternoon’s meeting with the Jan. 6 Select Committee was brief as he answered lawmakers’ questions on Wisconsin’s 2020 presidential election. Vos filed a lawsuit in September seeking to block the committee’s subpoena seeking information on

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Rep. Vos: Statement on Select Committee

Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement on the January 6th Select Committee. “Today I met with the January 6th Select Committee after previously receiving a subpoena for my testimony. I did not have any involvement with the events of January 6, 2021. My meeting with the Select Committee was

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Dept. of Revenue: Deadline nears for unclaimed property holders to initiate voluntary disclosure agreement and avoid penalties

MADISON – Many businesses are unaware of legal requirements for sending the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) uncashed payroll checks, unclaimed customer refunds, and other unclaimed property they hold. Under law, businesses, organizations, or governmental units holding unclaimed property in Wisconsin have through February 28, 2023, to initiate an unclaimed

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB meeting Dec. 14

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the December board meeting to consider several proposed rulemaking documents, hearings and donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, originating from public meeting room G09, State Natural Resources Building (GEF2), 101 S. Webster Street,

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Jennifer Dorow, another pea in the right wing MAGA pod, announces run for Wisconsin state Supreme Court

MADISON, Wis. — Jennifer Dorow, Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge appointed by former Republican Governor Scott Walker, today announced she is running for the Wisconsin State Supreme Court. Dorow, who has already labeled herself “conservative” in media interviews will be competing against right-winger Dan Kelly, who was defeated in his 2020

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Milwaukee County Supv. Coggs-Jones: Directs residents to state website for proper location for MilES (Milwaukee Enrollment Services)

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES) opened a new location at 6055 North 64th Street. The new location will serve Milwaukee County residents who participate in state benefit programs. County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones made the following statement.   “Milwaukee Enrollment Services has a new location that is now located at 6055 North 64th Street. I’d

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