Rep. Vining: Re-Introduces universal changing stations legislation

MADISON–Representative Robyn Vining re-introduced the Universal Changing Stations bill today with her Democratic colleagues Sen. Dora Drake, Rep. Tara Johnson, Rep. Shelia Stubbs, and Sen. Jeff Smith. LRB-2107 requires the installation of adult-sized changing stations in certain high-capacity public buildings

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Rep. Vining: Introduces veteran mental health bill 

MADISON–Rep. Robyn Vining reintroduced a veteran’s mental health bill today–part of her “Mental Healthcare Is Healthcare” bill package–alongside her colleagues Sen. Dianne Hesselbein, Sen. Jeff Smith, Rep. Christine Sinicki, Rep. Angelito Tenorio, Rep. Brienne Brown, Rep. Maureen McCarville, Rep. Ann

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Rep. Vining: Reintroduces Pregnancy Protection Act

MADISON–Rep. Robyn Vining, Sen. Kelda Roys, and Sen. Dora Drake reintroduced the Pregnancy Protection Act today, a bill that would put into state law that maternity and newborn care are essential health benefits and insurance plans must cover them. Rep.

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MMAC leader says Trump ‘just wrong’ on tariffs

The head of MMAC says President Donald Trump is “just wrong” on tariffs as trade with key partners takes a hit amid uncertainty about U.S. policy.  Dale Kooyenga, president of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, weighed in Friday on

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End Domestic Abuse WI, Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault: Broad nationwide coalition sues to block federal administration’s unlawful restrictions on health and housing grants

New Funding Restrictions Threaten Critical Services for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Survivors, LGBTQI+ Youth, and Unhoused Communities Rhode Island – A nationwide coalition of domestic violence, sexual assault, housing, youth, and homelessness organizations filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump-Vance administration’s sweeping

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Co-Led legislation to address mail delays passes house

Washington, DC – Today, the House of Representatives voted to passH.R. 3095,a bill co-led by Congressman Steil, which updates and modernizes ZIP codes to reflect current municipal boundaries and address USPS mail delays.  Communities in Wisconsin and across the country currently face challenges due to outdated ZIP codes.  These challenges include misdirected mail,

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Rep. Brill: Defends the rights of parents re: vaccine requirements

Madison – Today, Representative Lindee Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls) and Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton) began circulating a family-first bill which would ensure that schools make parents fully aware of their rights and leading role in making decisions about the health of their children. Representative Brill provided the following explanation: “Currently, parents

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Berrien campaign: Berrien joins Matt Smith on WISN’s UpFront

WHITEFISH BAY, Wisc. — On Sunday, Bill Berrien, a former Navy SEAL, Wisconsin Manufacturer, and candidate for governor, joined UpFront to discuss his campaign with WISN’s Matt Smith.  WATCH HERE OR BELOW:  In an extensive interview, Bill discussed a wide array of topics from why he chose to jump into the

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Wisconsin Beef Council: Donates ground beef to families in need

VERONA, Wis. ― The Wisconsin Beef Council (WBC) donated $1,500 worth of Ground Beef to food banks within Feeding Wisconsin’s network from a fundraiser aimed at purchasing beef for families in need. “Meat is one of the most sought-after items at food pantries, so any beef donations that we receive

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Rep. Vining: Re-Introduces universal changing stations legislation

MADISON–Representative Robyn Vining re-introduced the Universal Changing Stations bill today with her Democratic colleagues Sen. Dora Drake, Rep. Tara Johnson, Rep. Shelia Stubbs, and Sen. Jeff Smith. LRB-2107 requires the installation of adult-sized changing stations in certain high-capacity public buildings and creates a tax credit for small businesses to install

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Rep. Vining: Introduces veteran mental health bill 

MADISON–Rep. Robyn Vining reintroduced a veteran’s mental health bill today–part of her “Mental Healthcare Is Healthcare” bill package–alongside her colleagues Sen. Dianne Hesselbein, Sen. Jeff Smith, Rep. Christine Sinicki, Rep. Angelito Tenorio, Rep. Brienne Brown, Rep. Maureen McCarville, Rep. Ann Roe, and Rep. Karen DeSanto. LRB-1676 provides additional funding and

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Rep. Vining: Reintroduces Pregnancy Protection Act

MADISON–Rep. Robyn Vining, Sen. Kelda Roys, and Sen. Dora Drake reintroduced the Pregnancy Protection Act today, a bill that would put into state law that maternity and newborn care are essential health benefits and insurance plans must cover them. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement.  “Every woman in

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MMAC leader says Trump ‘just wrong’ on tariffs

The head of MMAC says President Donald Trump is “just wrong” on tariffs as trade with key partners takes a hit amid uncertainty about U.S. policy.  Dale Kooyenga, president of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, weighed in Friday on the latest global trade policy developments during a webinar hosted

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End Domestic Abuse WI, Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault: Broad nationwide coalition sues to block federal administration’s unlawful restrictions on health and housing grants

New Funding Restrictions Threaten Critical Services for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Survivors, LGBTQI+ Youth, and Unhoused Communities Rhode Island – A nationwide coalition of domestic violence, sexual assault, housing, youth, and homelessness organizations filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump-Vance administration’s sweeping and unlawful conditions placed on federal grant funding from the

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