Rep. Haywood: Introduces paid family and medical leave legislation

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) joined Senator LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) and Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison) in introducing a comprehensive paid family and medical leave program. On this introduction, Representative Haywood released the following statement: “Families in Wisconsin deserve

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Rep. Green: Two Rep. Green bills signed into law

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after two of his bills were signed into law by Governor Evers earlier today: “With the governor signing these bills into law, we’re expanding opportunity for students and strengthening

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Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority: Invests $4.7 million to strengthen housing counseling and grow pathways to sustainable homeownership

MADISON , Wis. – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) announced that 14 HUD-certified housing counseling agencies will receive $4.7 million in grant funding to expand financial education, pre-purchase homeowner education, and foreclosure prevention counseling services for thousands of

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Sen. Testin: Seed potato bill signed into law

MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) released the following statement after his bipartisan seed potato bill – now known as Wisconsin Act 66 – was signed into law: “For many years, Wisconsin has been a national leader in growing

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Gov. Evers: Takes action on 34 bills

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today took action on 34 bills. The bills signed by the governor today include efforts to keep kids, families, and communities safe, including roadway safety and increasing penalties for human trafficking and trafficking of a

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Alfonso campaign: ICYMI: Turning Point Action endorses Michael Alfonso for Wisconsin’s Seventh Congressional District

Turning Point Action announced on Friday their endorsement of Michael Alfonso, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District, stating “Michael has proven himself as an unapologetic conservative and will represent Wisconsin well in Congress.” “I am profoundly grateful to receive an endorsement from Turning Point Action. Charlie Kirk has been

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Our Sun Our Power: Broad coalition of businesses, farmers, workers, and environmental groups press senate to approve community solar legislation

Madison, WI — In a hearing that lasted more than 3 1/2 hours, fourteen witnesses including Wisconsin farmers, contractors, solar developers, economists, and major employers testified today in strong support of Local Solar legislation (SB-559 and AB 493), highlighting how the legislation would lower energy bills for all Wisconsinites, strengthen the grid, and return decision-making

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Rep. Haywood: Introduces paid family and medical leave legislation

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) joined Senator LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) and Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison) in introducing a comprehensive paid family and medical leave program. On this introduction, Representative Haywood released the following statement: “Families in Wisconsin deserve economic security. Families of color, and especially Black families, face

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Rep. Green: Two Rep. Green bills signed into law

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after two of his bills were signed into law by Governor Evers earlier today: “With the governor signing these bills into law, we’re expanding opportunity for students and strengthening our county forests. Senate Bill 158 broadens the applicant pool

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WisDems: Too little too late: Trump’s tariff bail out

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Donald Trump tried to cover-up the consequences of his tariff taxes and the impact they are having on farmers by announcing a $12 billion bailout. But the attempt is too little, too late as at least fourteen family farms in Wisconsin alone have filed for Chapter 12

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Sen. Jacque: Common sense fix to Wisconsin family law signed by governor

MADISON, WI…Common-sense legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to reduce unnecessary confusion and costs within the state’s family court system was signed into law by Governor Tony Evers today as Act 81. “Introduced at the request of family law practitioners, judges and parents, this new law will provide greater

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Marquette University: Jesuit higher education leader Dr. Debbie Tahmassebi named next Marquette University provost

MILWAUKEE — Dr. Debbie Tahmassebi (“tah-MAHS-a-bee”), provost at Westminster University, has been named the next provost at Marquette University, President Kimo Ah Yun announced today. The long-time Jesuit higher education leader, who was identified through a rigorous national search, will begin in the role March 1, 2026. Acting Provost Sarah

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Sen. Cabral-Guevara: Governor acts on five Cabral-Guevara bills

Madison, Wis. — Today, Governor Evers signed three bills into law authored by State Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Fox Crossing). On Friday, the governor vetoed two additional bills approved by the legislature and authored by Sen. Cabral-Guevara.  Senate Bill 10 would have expanded access to public high schools for military recruiters. It

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Rep. Rodriguez, Sen. Cabral-Guevara: Excited to see the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact signed into law in Wisconsin

MADISON – Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) and Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton) authored Senate Bill 190, ratifying the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in Wisconsin. This bill was signed into law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 76 today. Act 76 ratifies the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in Wisconsin, creating a ‘compact privilege,’ which will allow respiratory therapists

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Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority: Invests $4.7 million to strengthen housing counseling and grow pathways to sustainable homeownership

MADISON , Wis. – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) announced that 14 HUD-certified housing counseling agencies will receive $4.7 million in grant funding to expand financial education, pre-purchase homeowner education, and foreclosure prevention counseling services for thousands of Wisconsin families.  “Housing counseling gives people the knowledge they need

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Sen. Testin: Seed potato bill signed into law

MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) released the following statement after his bipartisan seed potato bill – now known as Wisconsin Act 66 – was signed into law: “For many years, Wisconsin has been a national leader in growing potatoes. In fact, we are presently the third-biggest potato producer

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Sen. Wanggaard: Bill combating human trafficking becomes law

MADISON – Three bills addressing public safety and authored by Senator Van Wanggaard were signed into law today. The laws strengthen Wisconsin’s human trafficking law, encourage data-sharing among law enforcement and extend the statute of limitations for hiding a corpse. Assembly Bill 265 – Creates a mandatory minimum penalty of

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Maria Lazar suggests she’d tip the scales for right-wing, special interests on Wisconsin Supreme Court

MADISON, Wis. — Right-wing Court of Appeals judge and candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court Maria Lazar has once again suggested that she’s not above using a seat on our state’s highest court to advance a right-wing political agenda. Lazar’s admission stems from a recent radio interview in which she bizarrely complained that right-wing

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Gov. Evers: Takes action on 34 bills

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today took action on 34 bills. The bills signed by the governor today include efforts to keep kids, families, and communities safe, including roadway safety and increasing penalties for human trafficking and trafficking of a child, making changes to several medical related boards and joining

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