Contact: Rep. Dallman (608) 266-8077 Madison, WI — State Representative Alex Dallman has been appointed to serve on the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) for the 2023-2024 legislative session. This committee oversees Wisconsin’s revenues and crafts each state biannual budget. “I am extremely honored to be named as the newest member of the Joint Finance Committee,” said Representative Dallman. “I look forward to bringing another conservative, fiscally responsible, and younger voice to JFC.” “I am excited to dive into the budget and tackle the challenges that are currently affecting the State of Wisconsin,” said Representative Dallman. “I believe this committee will

Contact:  Speaker Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) would like to announce the Assembly appointments to the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC), the budget-writing committee responsible for approving state expenditures.  Speaker Vos has asked Rep. Terry Katsma (R-Oostburg), Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (R-River Falls), Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), and Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) to serve another term on the budget committee. Rep. Katsma will serve as the new vice chair. He is also appointing one new member: Rep. Alex Dallman (R-Green Lake). The speaker recently announced Rep. Mark Born (R-Beaver Dam) would once again lead the committee as

MADISON, Wis. – In partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Ri​sk Management A​gency (RMA), the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds producers to apply for crop insurance premium rebates starting at 12 p.m. on December 5, 2022. In 2022, Gov. Tony Evers signed bipartisan legislation to create a state-run crop insurance premium rebate for planting cover crops. For this program, there are $800,000 or 160,000 acres of coverage to be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Recipients will receive a $5 per acre rebate on their summer 2023 crop insurance premium for acres planted

Milwaukee, WI – Imagine you ran a business with 2.2 million guaranteed customers each year, no real competition, and no matter what your input or distribution costs are, your private investors were guaranteed a 9.8% return. Sound too good to be true? That’s exactly the situation WE Energies finds itself in right now, with no end in sight. If you had such a sweet deal, what incentive would you have to cut costs or improve efficiency at your business? The answer is very little, if any. Sadly, while shareholders rake in millions of dollars, residential customers are forced to contend with

“I am so pleased to support this vital legislation, which helps our most vulnerable new mothers when they need assistance the most. This guidance for new parents — from securing mental health screenings, to helping mothers with the breastfeeding process — benefits both parents and their babies. MIECHV program’s success speaks for itself: it supports children’s development, improves mother’s maternal health, and helps connect families to resources they need. The research shows, through repeated evaluation, this program is consistently proven to provide an improved outcome for families and children. I can speak personally to the improved outcomes having access to trained home visitors can make. When I was 18 years old, some 50 years ago, when

Milwaukee, Wis. – After nearly six months of fighting, the family of Brieon Green has viewed a portion of the footage surrounding Brieon Green’s death. It is inhumane and unjust that a family had to wait nearly half a year in emotional limbo to see footage regarding the death of their loved one. The suffering the family had to endure is entirely by the hands of MCSO, who refuses to engage in public transparency. It is clear to us now that Brieon Green’s death in Milwaukee Sheriff custody was entirely avoidable and a product of inhumane negligence. Seconds after Brieon

WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joined U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) in a bipartisan letter to the Chinese ambassador to the United States warning the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) regime of the consequences of a violent crackdown on peaceful protesters. Demonstrations have erupted across China in response to the CCP’s severe measures restricting freedoms to contain rising COVID-19 infections. “We caution the CCP in the strongest possible terms not to once again undertake a violent crackdown on peaceful Chinese protesters who simply want more

MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers today ordered a special election to fill the 8th Senate District vacancy created by the retirement of State Sen. Alberta Darling (R-River Hills). The election will occur on Tues., April 4, 2023, in conjunction with the 2023 Spring Election. If a primary is necessary, it will be held on Tues., Feb. 21, 2023. Last week, Gov. Evers issued a statement on State Sen. Darling’s retirement available here and below: “Senator Darling has earned the respect of colleagues on both sides of the aisle because she’s a diligent leader who’s always carried herself with poise, class, and grace. I’ve

Lancaster, WI — Justice Daniel Kelly continues to gain support from county sheriffs around the state. The latest endorsement comes from Grant County Sheriff Nate Dreckman.  “As a law enforcement officer, it’s very important to me that our constitutional rights are protected. I know that is also a priority for Justice Daniel Kelly. That’s why I support him in his effort to be elected to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.” “Justice Kelly believes personal politics should have no place in the deliberations of the court. The only thing that matters is what the law outlines as written and how it applies

Our state has some of the best state parks in the country, whether it’s for biking, hiking, birdwatching, picnics, or other outdoor activities. Wisconsin has 49 state parks, 15 state forests, and 44 state trails – and they don’t close just because it is getting cold out!  It can be challenging to get enough exercise and stay healthy when the weather turns cold. Wintertime offers some fantastic outdoor opportunities, such as skiing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing. Select parks even offer snowshoe rental if you are looking to learn something new for winter. And don’t forget about your furry friends! Bringing your (leashed)