Hey there, folks! Governor Evers here. Every Wisconsinite deserves access to clean, safe water—free of lead, PFAS, and other contaminants that have long been known to harm our kids and families, farmers and industries, and communities across our state. In 2019, I declared it the Year of Clean Drinking Water

WAUWATOSA, WI – This afternoon, Representative Robyn Vining, who has represented Wisconsin’s 13th and 14th Assembly Districts since 2019, announced her candidacy for the state’s 5th Senate District. Rep. Robyn Vining has spent her time in public service fighting for Wisconsin families, adequately funded public education, ensuring that every Wisconsinite has

WAUWATOSA, WI –  This afternoon, joined by Democratic Senate leaders, friends, family, and constituents from across the district – Representative Robyn Vining announced her campaign for the Wisconsin State Senate’s 5th district.  Rep. Robyn Vining highlighted the values she shares with Wisconsinites across the district, and the importance of this race

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) requesting documents and communications about former President Biden’s declining mental and physical health over the course of his presidency. This letter follows Chairman Johnson’s requests to former Biden cabinet officials to

MADISON, WI — State Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) and Representative Amanda Nedweski (R-Pleasant Prairie) released legislation today establishing a civil cause of action for individuals who were harmed by gender transition procedures or treatments administered while they were minors. The legislation, circulated for co-sponsorship today, seeks to address growing concerns

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following statements in response to the passage of three digital asset-related pieces of legislation: the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025 (CLARITY), Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS), and Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act. On

MADISON – Rep. Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie), alongside Sen. Rob Hutton (R–Brookfield), has introduced legislation aimed at protecting vulnerable children from irreversible harm caused by gender transition procedures. The bill, LRB-2406, creates a civil cause of action for individuals who were injured by such procedures as minors, holding health care

MADISON – The Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) announced the conclusion of its six-month investigation into how nearly 200 absentee ballots went uncounted in the City of Madison during the November 5, 2024, General Election. On Thursday, the bipartisan Commission voted 5-1 to accept the findings of its full investigative report, which included

MILWAUKEE – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced his proposal to utilize more than $9 million in opioid settlement funds for seven initiatives aimed at reducing opioid use disorder, expanding treatment and prevention services, and saving lives.   This investment marks a major step forward in the County’s multi-year strategy to address

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff across the state from sunrise until sunset on Sat., July 19, 2025, in honor of Wisconsin State Patrol Bureau Director David Pabst and his wife, Teresa “Teri” Pabst,

MILWAUKEE – The Committee on Finance unanimously approved a resolution by Supervisor Steve F. Taylor to transfer $241,418 from contingency funds (Org. Unit 194‑1945) and $100,000 from surplus McKinley Beach safety funds (WP0760) to Project WP0778 – Bender Park Boat Launch, securing the funds needed to contract dredging services and reopen this vital refuge

WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Tony Wied (WI-08) introduced legislation to protect American citizens Second Amendment rights by banning federal, state, and local laws targeting magazine capacity. The Freedom from Improper Regulation and Enforcement (FIRE) Act prohibits any federal agency from restricting firearm magazines based on capacity and prohibits states and localities from

Hi, I’m State Senator Dan Feyen. Several weeks ago, the legislature passed the 2025–2027 State Biennial Budget, and while no one gets everything they want—especially with a divided state government—I’m proud to say this budget delivers where it counts. On the campaign trail, I promised to fight for meaningful tax

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) and Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) introduced bipartisan legislation to increase veterans’ access to non-opioid pain medications. The opioid epidemic has impacted nearly every demographic in the United States. In response, Congress passed the Non-Opioids Prevent Addiction in the Nation (NOPAIN) Act in 2022 so

Madison, WI- Representative Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) and Senator Andre Jacque (R-New Franken) have introduced a bill allowing adopted children who have attained the age of 18 the right to obtain a copy of their original, unaltered birth certificate. “Adult adoptees should have a right to know who their biological parents

MADISON, Wis. — On Tuesday, July 16th, SC Johnson announced their plan to relocate 170 employees from their Chicago office to its Racine-area facilities by the end of 2026. As one of the largest employers in the 66th Assembly District, the company’s continued investment in the region is significant. Assembly Democratic

The News: The State Bar of Wisconsin has agreed to settle a federal lawsuit and remove harmful and discriminatory “diversity, equity, and inclusion,” or DEI, from its programs. The Bar also agreed to change its definition of diversity and will no longer consider race, religion, sex, or other characteristics. Racially divisive

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the “incidental taking” of a rare frog, which may result from the Xcel Energy W3444 Structure Replacement project in La Crosse County.   Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals

MADISON, Wis. — Today, in celebrating John Lewis Day, WisDems Black Caucus Chair Nick Truog released the following statement:  “John Lewis is a modern father of democracy; an absolute titan of a leader who did whatever it took to defend the freedoms we too often take for granted. From being nearly beaten

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released the 2025 fall forecast series, detailing the hunting outlook for a variety of popular game species. These forecasts outline what hunters and trappers across the state can expect while pursuing their favorite game species. In addition to information about specific game species,