Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement: “Wisconsin’s union men and women are looking forward to another four years of steadfast leadership from Governor Tony Evers. We stand ready to build on the progress made for working families as we strive to create a fair economy bolstered with union rights and living wages for all. From fixing our roads to investing in our workforce, Governor Evers has laid the foundation for a strong economy centered on working people. It’s time to all work together to create a better Wisconsin with transformative improvements that lift up working

The following is a letter from the Ending Clergy Abuse (ECA) Board Members to their respective state delegations regarding their potential attendance of Pope Benedict XVI’s funeral and their public statements praising his life and legacy. To our respective state delegations: This week, the Vatican will lead a global memorial and celebration, honoring the life and legacy of Pope Benedict XVI. You will travel to Vatican City for his funeral, and in doing so, you will be acknowledging the historical, political, and social power of the Catholic Church. Meanwhile millions of clergy abuse victims around the world will be forced

Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) addressed the Senate in advance of the 2023/24 legislative session. Fresh off meetings with Governor Evers, Speaker Vos, Senate Minority Leader Agard and the fellow Republican members of the Senate, the Majority Leader sees opportunities to move forward on many areas of mutual interest. The Senate Majority Leader also highlighted the importance of the upcoming budget and the unique position available with the anticipated budget surplus. The Majority Leader has been touting the creation of a flat tax this session to help provide a tax break for Wisconsinites while improving the ability for

Madison—Today, State Representative Scott Johnson was officially sworn into the 106th Wisconsin State Legislature. Rep. Johnson joined twenty-two other legislatures starting their first session in the capitol. “It is an honor to begin serving the 33rd Assembly District. I am committed to finding ways to help our economy grow so more people can have more money in their pockets during a time of record inflation nationwide.” Rep. Johnson is serving as a member of the Committees on Colleges and Universities, Consumer Protection, Local Government, and on Transportation. “I am excited to utilize the knowledge and skills I have acquired over

MADISON, Wis. – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) released the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ Second Inaugural Address: “It comes as no surprise that Governor Evers devoted much of his inaugural address to advancing the erroneous idea that Wisconsin voters provided him with a sweeping mandate to push through a laundry list of partisan ideas that emanate from Madison and Milwaukee. He conveniently glosses over the fact that Wisconsinites voted to return stronger Republican majorities to both houses of the Legislature.” “Governor Evers’ calls for bipartisanship and unity will ring hollow if he insists on defining ‘bipartisan’

MADISON, Wis. – State Representative Chuck Wichgers (R-Muskego) will begin work on priorities in education, public safety, and substance abuse prevention following his swearing in as the new state representative for the 82nd Assembly District. Previously represented by Rep. Ken Skowronski who retired, the 82nd Assembly District includes the City of Franklin, the eastern portion of the City of Muskego, including the area around Big Muskego Lake, and the Village of Greendale. Representative Wichgers has been appointed to the following committees: Assembly Committee on Children and Families; Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety; Assembly Committee on Education; and Assembly Committee on

MADISON, Wis. – Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) addressed the Senate in advance of the 2023/24 legislative session. Fresh off meetings with Governor Evers, Speaker Vos, Senate Minority Leader Agard and the fellow Republican members of the Senate, the Majority Leader sees opportunities to move forward on many areas of mutual interest. The Senate Majority Leader also highlighted the importance of the upcoming budget and the unique position available with the anticipated budget surplus. The Majority Leader has been touting the creation of a flat tax this session to help provide a tax break for Wisconsinites while improving the

Madison, Wis. – Today, Representative Bob Donovan (Greenfield) was inaugurated into the Legislature to serve his first term as the Representative for the 84th Assembly District. Following the Inauguration Ceremony, Rep. Donovan made the following statement: “I want to begin by thanking my family and friends for their support through this journey. I have dedicated years of my life to public service and am honored to continue this mission while representing the 84th Assembly District in Madison. I am eager to work with all my colleagues in the legislature and Governor Evers to find tangible results forWisconsinites.” Additionally, Rep. Donovan

Madison, WI – Today, the Wisconsin State Senate held its first floor day of the 2023-24 legislative session. Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) begins the second half of her first term as the State Senator for the 12th Senate District: “I look forward to continuing my work in the Senate this upcoming session. I remain focused on these priorities: This session, Sen. Felzkowski will serve as the Chair of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Small Business and will also sit on the Joint Committee on Finance, the Senate Committee on Health, the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Sporting Heritage,

Today in his second inaugural address, Governor Evers once again pledged his support for the repeal of Wisconsin’s current pro-life statute, 940.04.   This is not Governor Evers’ first attack on the law. In the months since the overturning of Roe. V. Wade, he has brought a direct legal challenge against 940.04 and has called two separate special sessions of the state legislature in the aim of overturning the law.   Notably missing from Governor Evers’ speech was a call to support the work of pregnancy resource centers that provide critical support to women in need in Wisconsin, or a pledge to support adoption services.   Gracie Skogman, Wisconsin

Madison, Wis. – Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) was sworn in for his fourth term in the State Assembly earlier today. “I am honored to have the opportunity to return to Madison for another term,” Summerfield said. “I’m looking forward to continuing to represent the residents of the 67th Assembly District.” Rep. Summerfield was recently elected to the position of Majority Caucus Chair by his Assembly Republican colleagues for the new session. He was also named Vice-Chairman of the Assembly Committee on Energy & Utilities and will be serving on the Assembly committees on Assembly Organization, Colleges & Universities, Housing & Real Estate,

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Representative Darrin Madison (District 10) and Representative Ryan Clancy (District 19) were sworn in to the 2023-2024 Legislative Session of the Wisconsin State Assembly. As elected Democratic Socialists, Rep. Madison and Rep. Clancy will be forming the first socialist caucus in Wisconsin since 1931. Representative Madison issued the following statement: “I am thankful to the constituents of the 10th Assembly District for the opportunity to serve them. Today is a historic day for Milwaukee socialists and is a testament to the tenacity and grit of the working-class coalition that has been organizing under the moniker of sewer

MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) today released the following statement in response to Gov. Tony Evers’ inaugural speech in the state capitol.  “It comes as no surprise that Gov. Evers’ focus on more spending and big government still rings true in the new year,” said Eric Bott, state director for AFP-WI. “Wisconsin doesn’t need additional money being thrown at a broken system when families and businesses are struggling to make ends meet. Instead, we need transformative policy solutions that will prioritize our students, deliver quality health care at affordable prices, and create a strong economic environment. We’re excited to kick

MADISON, Wis. – After being sworn in for his second term in the State Assembly earlier this afternoon, State Rep. Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am honored and humbled to once again take the oath of office to serve my community as the State Representative for the 48th Assembly District. Being elected to serve this community has been one of the greatest honors of my life, and I am looking forward to working alongside my colleagues and Governor Evers this Session to address the many issues facing our state.  This Session, I am pleased to have been appointed

One year ago, members of the Waukesha South Marching Band were injured in the Waukesha Christmas Parade while serving the community. Today, they had the opportunity to serve the entire state through their participation in the inauguration day ceremony. “The Waukesha South Marching Band is another example of the Waukesha Strong spirit,” said Rep. Allen. “A big thank you goes out to all those involved in the band for helping make inauguration day special.”