Madison, WI. Rep. William Penterman (R-Columbus) has been named Chairman of the Assembly Committee on Labor and Integrated Employment for the 2023-2024 legislative session by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.  “I am honored to be entrusted by my colleagues with this committee chairmanship,” said Rep. Penterman. “We have a full legislative session ahead of us with the opportunity to tackle many issues.” Rep. Penterman’s other committee assignments are Vice Chairman of Housing and Real Estate, Education, Veterans and Military Affairs, Education, and Children and Families. “I look forward to reviewing proposed legislation in these committees and strengthening Wisconsin’s laws to improve

Waukesha, Wis. (December 19, 2022) –Despite announcing her campaign less than three weeks ago, Judge Jennifer Dorow became the first candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court to turn in her nomination signatures on Monday. Judge Dorow’s campaign submitted 4,000 signatures, which is the maximum the Wisconsin Elections Commission will accept. Candidates for Supreme Court need to submit at least 2,000 valid signatures by January 3, 2023, to be included on the ballot for the anticipated February 21, 2023, primary. “I’m thrilled and extremely grateful to those who have signed my nomination papers for this important election,” said Judge Dorow. “Reaching this

Madison, WI – Yesterday, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced committee assignments for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. Representative Rob Swearingen (R – Rhinelander) released the following statement in response the announcement. “I’d like to thank Speaker Vos for reappointing me as Chairman of the Assembly Committee on StateAffairs. I look forward to another session working with my veteran colleagues on the committee, as well as several new members that have been appointed to serve. “I’m also excited to welcome Representative-elect Chanz Green (R – Ashland), to the committee and look forward to him serving as Vice-Chairman.” In this role, Representative Swearingen

WEST BEND, WI— Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today applauded Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann for his decision to ban TikTok on Washington County government devices. “TikTok is a trojan horse that gives the Chinese Communist Party access to your data and the ability to track your location and monitor your keystrokes. It’s common sense to prevent this spyware from being downloaded onto to government phones, and I commend County Executive Schoemann for taking this step to better protect Wisconsinites,” said Rep. Gallagher. “I hope more County Executives, as well as Governor Evers, follow this example and ensure no government device has TikTok

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil announced the nomination of 16 high school students from Wisconsin’s First District for appointments to attend U.S. Service Academies. “Each year we have exceptional students apply for a nomination to serve our nation at a U.S. Service Academy. It is an honor to meet with each of these students and hear about their interest in serving our country. The nomination process recognizes students’ character, leadership, and academic achievements. I’m proud to nominate 16 students for this years’ Service Academy application process.” Part of the U.S. Service Academy application process is obtaining a nomination from

A higher education leader with fundraising, external relations and teaching experience has been selected as the next vice chancellor for University Advancement at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. William Broussard will also serve as chief executive officer of the UWSP Foundation. A member of the chancellor’s leadership team, he begins. Jan. 9, 2023. Broussard succeeds Chris Richards, who retired earlier this year. UW-Stevens Point University Advancement works with alumni, parents, donors and local communities to generate support and financial resources needed to fulfill the mission of the university. University Advancement includes both the UWSP Alumni Office and the UWSP Foundation.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds you that now is the time to prune your oak trees as there’s high risk of harmful pests spreading tree diseases such as oak wilt come April. Oak wilt is Wisconsin’s most destructive oak disease, killing thousands of healthy trees annually. It’s common in the lower two-thirds of the state and spreads farther north each year. It is ideal to prune trees in the winter since branch damage or weak branch structure is more visible, and pests that cause harmful tree diseases are inactive in cold temperatures. Oak wilt is one

WEST ALLIS, Wis. (December 19, 2022) – School Choice Wisconsin will add two members to its staff, doubling the size of its outreach team, according to Nic Kelly, SCW president. Chris Lawrence and Ryan Huebsch will join SCW effective January 3, 2023. They will work with current staff to educate communities about the value of parental choice programs, develop grassroots support, and help families and students participate. “We are fortunate to welcome two very talented individuals who care deeply about parental freedom. Both bring excellent skills, high energy, and valuable statewide experience to our team,” Kelly said. Chris Lawrence will serve as

MADISON, Wis.—Five years ago this Thursday, December 22, the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law by President Donald Trump after receiving support from Representatives Mike Gallagher and Glenn Grothman, in addition to Senator Ron Johnson. As House Republicans prepare to take the majority next Congress, Opportunity Wisconsin is calling on Representatives Gallagher and Grothman, as well as Representatives Bryan Steil, Tom Tiffany, and Scott Fitzgerald to reject any attempts to extend provisions of the TCJA and instead focus on passing policies that support Wisconsin workers and families, such as the expanded Child Tax Credit.  Meghan

Stevens Point, Wis., Dec. 19, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Wisconsin Julie Lassa announced today that USDA is investing $654,710 to expand access to housing and improve education infrastructure for underserved rural people who live and work in Wisconsin. The investments are part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to ensure that people living in rural America have equitable access to the infrastructure and economic opportunities they deserve. “People, regardless of where they live, need access to safe and affordable housing as well as modern community facilities. These investments are foundational to a healthy society

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Mineral Point is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. This project includes the replacement of watermains throughout the city of Mineral Point. Activities related to this project are minor actions under Chapter NR 150, Wis. Admin. Code, for which no environmental analysis is required; however, following the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program federal requirement 40 C.F.R. §35.3580, an environmental review must be conducted before funding this project. The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program

MADISON – Following their inaugurations for the 2023-2024 biennium, Representatives Shelton and Snodgrass will be joined by a new staffer shared between their offices. Kenny will accompany Paige Anderson and Fawn George in supporting the offices of the 90th and 57th Assembly Districts respectively in Madison.  Kenny is excited to join Representatives  Shelton and Snodgrass as their Legislative Assistant. Before transitioning to this new role, Kenny worked with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin during the 2022 Midterm Cycle. He received a Bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science and a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Pittsburgh.