Rep. Vining: Supports dignity of work and Wisconsin workers

MADISON–Last week Wisconsin State Legislative Democrats introduced the “Build a Stronger Wisconsin” bill package–a package of labor-focused bills that support Wisconsin workers. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) issued the following statement: “Workers keep Wisconsin going–it’s our job as legislators to fight

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Rep. Subeck: Introduces Local Wage Act

MADISON – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) introduced the Local Wage Act. The proposed legislation includes two bills to repeal state statutes that currently preempt local communities from establishing minimum wage and paid family and medical leave policies. LRB-0042 and

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Rep. Vining: Supports dignity of work and Wisconsin workers

MADISON–Last week Wisconsin State Legislative Democrats introduced the “Build a Stronger Wisconsin” bill package–a package of labor-focused bills that support Wisconsin workers. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) issued the following statement: “Workers keep Wisconsin going–it’s our job as legislators to fight for the dignity of work and workers in the State

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Dept. of Justice: Works to protect children in a digital world

MADISON, Wis. – As students across Wisconsin head back to school, Attorney General Josh Kaul is visiting communities across the state to raise awareness of ways the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) works to protect kids in a digital world. Within DOJ the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) and the

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Calls on Trump Admin to not abandon American workers and companies in highway construction

Baldwin presses Transportation Secretary Duffy to enforce law that closes loophole allowing infrastructure projects to skirt Buy America rules WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the Trump Administration to enforce Buy America laws for highway construction by finally stopping the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) from skirting Buy

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Gov. Evers, Dept. of Financial Institutions: Celebrate College Savings Month, highlight benefits of Wisconsin’s 529 College Savings Program

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), today is celebrating College Savings Month by encouraging Wisconsinites to start or boost their college savings through the Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program. Gov. Evers proclaimed September as “College Savings Month” in Wisconsin. A copy of the governor’s

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Washington County, Ozaukee County: To implement Fatality Review Teams

Addressing rising rates of suicide and overdoses in our communities West Bend, WI – Suicide is a serious public health issue with far-reaching consequences for individuals, families, and communities. Loneliness and isolation can be profound threats to well-being. From 2021 to 2024, there were 96 suicides and 129 fatal overdoses across Washington and Ozaukee Counties.

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Waukesha County: Expo Center to host Multi-Agency Flooding Resource Center

Residents impacted by August flooding encouraged to stop by for information and help (Waukesha, WI) – On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Waukesha County, in partnership with local agencies, will open a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) at the Waukesha County Expo Center to support residents impacted by the historic flooding event in August. The Multi-Agency Resource Center will

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Gov. Evers, Public Service Commission of Wisconsin: Announce final proposal submission to unlock federal broadband funding

If approved, Wisconsin BEAD Program expected to help expand high-speed internet access to over 174,000 locations statewide MADISON — Gov. Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced another major milestone in the state’s efforts to expand high-speed internet statewide. On Sept. 3, 2025, the PSC

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Rep. Subeck: Introduces Local Wage Act

MADISON – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) introduced the Local Wage Act. The proposed legislation includes two bills to repeal state statutes that currently preempt local communities from establishing minimum wage and paid family and medical leave policies. LRB-0042 and LRB-0127 would remove two provisions of state law that preempt

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Dept. of Natural Resources: To host open houses at fish hatcheries and spawning facilities across the state

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the dates for fall open houses at two fish spawning facilities and two fish hatcheries. Over the coming weeks, the DNR will host open houses at the Governor Tommy G. Thompson Fish Hatchery, Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility, Root River Steelhead Facility and the Wild

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