WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), along with Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.), reintroduced the Scholarships for Opportunity and Results (SOAR) Act to ensure that low-income students and parents in the District of Columbia have continued choice and increased opportunity for high-quality education through the Opportunity Scholarship Program. This bill will continue federal support for D.C.’s public and charter schools and provide low-income students with the opportunity to attend accredited private schools. As a leading advocate for school choice and educational freedom, Sen. Johnson held hearings in November 2015 and February 2019 to bring attention to

Green Bay, Wis. –  Green Bay is once again a hosting site for the Global Game Jam (GGJ), an annual, international event at which developers and enthusiasts of all skill levels collaborate to make original games over a 48-hour period. After being one of the largest GGJ sites in the state in 2022, organizers have sold out spots for the 2023 event. The announcement of this year’s theme will take place at the Christie Theatre in the UW-Green Bay Student Union on Monday, January 30, at 5:30 p.m. Starting with guest speakers from the likes of Roar Studios Inc. and Lost Boys Interactive,

Public trust is the cornerstone of public safety and justice. Once again, that trust has been broken. Tyre Nichols’ murder, after a simple traffic stop, tells us that each city across our nation must do more to ensure that our criminal justice system lives up to the promise of equal treatment under the law, and a fundamental respect for life, especially for our black and brown community members who are continually disparately impacted by fatal encounters with law enforcement. I applaud Chief Barnes’ commitment to 21st Century Policing ideals, establishing hiring and training practices, accountability systems and oversight necessary to help prevent

MILWAUKEE – Earlier this month, Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde (D-Milwaukee) was elected by his state legislative peers to serve as Vice Chair of the Milwaukee Delegation to the Wisconsin State Legislature. Representative Moore Omokunde is currently serving his second term in the Wisconsin State Assembly after serving 4 terms on the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors. “I am honored and humbled to have been elected Vice Chair of the Milwaukee Delegation. From my perspective, the primary role of the Vice Chair is to support and implement a shared vision for Milwaukee with the Delegation’s Chair, State Representative Robyn Beckley Vining” stated

WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and eight of their Republican colleagues in introducing the Academic Partnerships Lead Us to Success (A-PLUS) Act to give Wisconsinites more say over how their tax dollars are spent on education. The bill would give states greater flexibility in allocating federal education funding and ensure greater public transparency about the use of federal education funds and student achievement. As a leading advocate for school choice and educational freedom, Sen. Johnson reintroduced the Scholarships for Opportunity and Results (SOAR) Act earlier this week. Senator Johnson also joined his colleagues

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today she has earned the endorsement of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Wisconsin State Conference. “As a judge and veteran prosecutor, Judge Janet Protasiewicz has a strong record of being an impartial champion for Constitutional rights of everyone in our state. For too long the Wisconsin Supreme Court has placed partisan games ahead of common sense and the rule of law, and we know Judge Janet will bring much needed change as the court’s next justice,” said Dean Warsh, President of the IBEW Wisconsin State Conference. “On

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) applauded an announcement Friday that Wisconsin will receive support to accelerate lead pipe removal through a new program that will help communities access their fair share of federal funds for clean drinking water under the Baldwin-supported Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The Biden-Harris Administration’s “Lead Service Line Replacement Accelerators” will provide targeted technical assistance services to help underserved communities access funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for replacing lead pipes that pose risks to the health of children and families. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and four state partners—Wisconsin, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania—will work with 40 communities

MADISON— Workers may get a larger tax refund this year because of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), but they must file a tax return to claim it. Department of Revenue Secretary Peter Barca noted the importance of EITC to Wisconsin families.  “We have worked hard over the past few years to help bring attention to EITC and encourage those who qualify to file for it. This is money people can use for groceries, rent, utilities and other bills, said Barca.” January 27, 2023, marks the 17th anniversary of Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day, a nationwide effort to increase awareness

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today that she has earned the endorsement of the North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters.  “Throughout her career, Judge Janet Protasiewicz has proven that she will protect the Wisconsin Constitution and be an impartial champion for the rights it guarantees to all Wisconsinites,” said Andrew Disch of the North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters. “We’re excited to support Judge Janet and we know she will return common sense to the state’s highest court.” Since announcing her candidacy, Judge Protasiewicz has earned the support of organizations and

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reports five snowmobile fatalities so far this month and urges all snowmobile operators to make safety the top priority for every ride. The loss of these five lives is nothing short of tragic and our condolences go out to the families.  “One fatality is one too many. This is not the way the DNR wants to start the new year. We welcome all snowmobilers, resident and out-of-state visitors. We want everyone to enjoy the fun and to share the trails safely,” said DNR Off-Highway Vehicle Administrator Lt. Jacob Holsclaw. “We strongly

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Republicans passed the Strategic Production Response Act to ensure our Strategic Petroleum Reserve is refilled and preserved for national emergencies. The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is meant for national emergencies, but Joe Biden has sold almost 40% of our stockpile since taking office. While depleting the Reserve for political purposes, President Biden has also made clear he wants to “eliminate” oil and natural gas and has followed through by halting critical production leases, cancelling the Keystone XL pipeline, and proposing billions in new taxes on American energy producers. These actions make us less prepared for actual emergencies. House Republicans

MADISON—Secretary-designee James Bond announced today the leadership team of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs. “The newly appointed WDVA leadership team brings decades of experience alongside incredible talent and vision,” said Secretary-designee Bond. “I am confident this team has the unique expertise and dedication to best serve Wisconsin’s veterans and their families across 72 counties and 11 tribal nations.” Christopher J. McElgunn will serve as Deputy Secretary effective February 13, 2023. The Deputy Secretary is responsible for day-to-day operations, as well as directing and coordinating the Department’s strategic planning and program development. Christopher is a Navy veteran with more than a decade