WED PM Update: Natural Resources Board approves stricter limits on surface water pollution

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The Natural Resources Board today unanimously approved a rule to impose stricter limits on surface water pollution, despite business group concerns that costs will exceed what is permitted under state law. Groups including WMC, the Wisconsin Paper Council, Midwest Food Products Association, Wisconsin Dairy Alliance a… 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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Opportunity Wisconsin: “Bending to right, McCarthy pushes safety net cuts in shutdown battle”

MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, the Washington Post reports that House Republicans are increasingly embracing drastic spending cuts that will hurt Wisconsin families, seniors, and children.  In addition to targeting the Social Security and Medicare administration, the latest proposals would also make dramatic cuts to nutrition assistance programs for women and young child… 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.

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Wisconsin Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus: Condemns latest attack on LGBTQ+ youth

MADISON – Today, legislative Republicans introduced a bill that would prevent youth in Wisconsin from receiving gender-affirming care. Senator Duey Stroebel, Representative Scott Allen, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos have proposed LRB-0191, a bill that would prohibit a wide range of gender-affirming care for youth, including puberty blockers and hormones, and would punish physicians for providing… 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.

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Dept. of Veterans Affairs: WWII veteran’s 103rd birthday recognized

Madison, Wis. (September 27, 2023) More than 600 birthday cards were sent from around the world to WWII veteran and soon-to-be 103-year-old Lt. Col. (Ret.) Harry Baker. Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary-designee James Bond, Wisconsin Veterans Museum Director Chris Kolakowski, and Museum Marketing Manager Jen Stevenson hand-delivered these cards to Baker’s home on Tuesday. Th… 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.

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Sen. Hutton: GOP Radio Address: Higher ed challenges require a bold vision for reform 

Hi, Senator Rob Hutton here.  As an employer and legislator, I know how important a strong higher education system is for the future of our state.  This week the Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue held a public hearing on 11 of Governor Evers’ appointees to the UW Board of Regents. This influential board charts the course for the entire UW System.  As committee chairman, i… 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.

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Get ready for hunting and trapping seasons opening in October

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting and trapping seasons in October.   There are four dates throughout October when seasons open, so hunters are encouraged to double-check these dates. Below is a list of hunting seasons that open next month: Oct. 7 Gun Hunt For Hunters With Disab… 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.

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Rep. Allen: Releases the “Help Not Harm Act”

Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Allen along with Senator Stroebel released the “Help Not Harm Act,” a bill designed to protect minors from making life-altering, irreversible decisions that cause mental and bodily harm.  “Children who struggle with gender identity deserve help, not harm,” said Rep. Allen. “There are too many studies that show the harm of these procedures, and there are too many … 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.

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WISDOM and Partners: Take action to end prison lockdowns 

[Milwaukee, WI] – WISDOM, its affiliates and partners will stage a public demonstration against the Department of Corrections’ cruel, destructive, and detrimental “lockdown” procedures at its numerous institutions on October 10th from 12-1pm at the steps of the State Capitol. In order to solve this human rights disaster, they will be urging the governor, the state legislature, and the Department … 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.

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The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher, Smith, Rodgers seek compliance after ford refuses to cooperate with investigations into CCP-aligned EV battery partnership

WASHINGTON, DC – While Ford Motor Company announced on September 25 that it has paused its partnership with a Chinese battery maker, lawmakers continue to have serious concerns that Ford has refused to comply with three separate congressional inquiries into its secret licensing agreement with CATL, a Chinese Communist Party-aligned EV battery firm. As first reported by Reuters, … 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.

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Dept. of Natural Resources: To host public meeting to discuss potential trout stream regulation changes in Pierce and St. Croix counties

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public meeting to discuss potential trout stream regulation changes on several streams in Pierce and St. Croix counties. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the River Falls Public Library Community Room, located at 140 Union Street in River Falls. Those wishing to attend virt… 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.

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Vos skeptical about releasing impeachment panel report

In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos in his first interview for the podcast says he’s skeptical about releasing any kind of report or findings from the panel looking into impeachment. The Rochester Republican also says he doesn’t want it to come to impeachment, but he still wants to know what sort of conduct might be impeachable.

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Rep. Tiffany: Bipartisan amendment to keep chocolate milk in schools passes house

WASHINGTON, DC – Last night, Congressman Tom Tiffany’s (WI-07) bipartisan amendment to prevent the Biden administration from banning chocolate milk in schools passed by voice vote and will be included in H.R. 4368, the Agriculture Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024.Specifically, Tiffany’s amendment would ensure that none of the funds in the Agriculture Appropriations Act would fund a rule th… 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.

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U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Cosponsors Pay Our Troops Act

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) cosponsored the Pay Our Troops Act. Introduced by Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02), the bipartisan bill ensures that members of the military and certain U.S. Department of Defense civilian employees and contractors are paid in the event of a government shutdown. “I will not allow DC’s dysfunction to undermine our national security and hurt mi… 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.

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U.S. Sens. Baldwin, King, Kuster, Pingree: Introduce bill to support organic farmers and producers to meet growing demand

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Angus King (I-ME) and Representatives Chellie Pingree (D-ME-01) and Annie Kuster (D-NH-02) introduced legislation to give organic producers the tools they need to increase their capacity, reach new markets, and grow their businesses. The Organic Market Development Act would codify and increase support for a newly anno… 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.

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Ashland, Dresser, Ladysmith and Spooner Safe Drinking Water Loan Program projects

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the cities of Ashland, Ladysmith, Spooner and the village of Dresser are applicants for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve their public drinking water systems. These projects are all located in the northern region and include:  The city of Ashland is replacing … 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.

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Opportunity Wisconsin: “Bending to right, McCarthy pushes safety net cuts in shutdown battle”

MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, the Washington Post reports that House Republicans are increasingly embracing drastic spending cuts that will hurt Wisconsin families, seniors, and children.  In addition to targeting the Social Security and Medicare administration, the latest proposals would also make dramatic cuts to nutrition assistance programs for

Read More »

Wisconsin Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus: Condemns latest attack on LGBTQ+ youth

MADISON – Today, legislative Republicans introduced a bill that would prevent youth in Wisconsin from receiving gender-affirming care. Senator Duey Stroebel, Representative Scott Allen, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos have proposed LRB-0191, a bill that would prohibit a wide range of gender-affirming care for youth, including puberty blockers and hormones,

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Dept. of Veterans Affairs: WWII veteran’s 103rd birthday recognized

Madison, Wis. (September 27, 2023) More than 600 birthday cards were sent from around the world to WWII veteran and soon-to-be 103-year-old Lt. Col. (Ret.) Harry Baker. Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary-designee James Bond, Wisconsin Veterans Museum Director Chris Kolakowski, and Museum Marketing Manager Jen Stevenson hand-delivered these cards to

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Rep. Allen: Releases the “Help Not Harm Act”

Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Allen along with Senator Stroebel released the “Help Not Harm Act,” a bill designed to protect minors from making life-altering, irreversible decisions that cause mental and bodily harm.  “Children who struggle with gender identity deserve help, not harm,” said Rep. Allen. “There are too many

Read More »

WISDOM and Partners: Take action to end prison lockdowns 

[Milwaukee, WI] – WISDOM, its affiliates and partners will stage a public demonstration against the Department of Corrections’ cruel, destructive, and detrimental “lockdown” procedures at its numerous institutions on October 10th from 12-1pm at the steps of the State Capitol. In order to solve this human rights disaster, they will

Read More »

The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher, Smith, Rodgers seek compliance after ford refuses to cooperate with investigations into CCP-aligned EV battery partnership

WASHINGTON, DC – While Ford Motor Company announced on September 25 that it has paused its partnership with a Chinese battery maker, lawmakers continue to have serious concerns that Ford has refused to comply with three separate congressional inquiries into its secret licensing agreement with CATL, a Chinese Communist Party-aligned EV

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Vos skeptical about releasing impeachment panel report

In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos in his first interview for the podcast says he’s skeptical about releasing any kind of report or findings from the panel looking into impeachment. The Rochester Republican also says he doesn’t want it to come to impeachment, but he still wants to know what sort of conduct might be impeachable.

Read More »

Rep. Tiffany: Bipartisan amendment to keep chocolate milk in schools passes house

WASHINGTON, DC – Last night, Congressman Tom Tiffany’s (WI-07) bipartisan amendment to prevent the Biden administration from banning chocolate milk in schools passed by voice vote and will be included in H.R. 4368, the Agriculture Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024.Specifically, Tiffany’s amendment would ensure that none of the funds in the Agriculture Appropriations Act would

Read More »

U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Cosponsors Pay Our Troops Act

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) cosponsored the Pay Our Troops Act. Introduced by Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02), the bipartisan bill ensures that members of the military and certain U.S. Department of Defense civilian employees and contractors are paid in the event of a government shutdown. “I will

Read More »

U.S. Sens. Baldwin, King, Kuster, Pingree: Introduce bill to support organic farmers and producers to meet growing demand

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Angus King (I-ME) and Representatives Chellie Pingree (D-ME-01) and Annie Kuster (D-NH-02) introduced legislation to give organic producers the tools they need to increase their capacity, reach new markets, and grow their businesses. The Organic Market Development Act would codify and increase support

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Ashland, Dresser, Ladysmith and Spooner Safe Drinking Water Loan Program projects

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the cities of Ashland, Ladysmith, Spooner and the village of Dresser are applicants for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve their public drinking water systems. These projects are all located in the northern region

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