Sen. Johnson: Holds PSI hearing defining the problems of Obamacare

WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, held a hearing entitled “Defining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve It.” The four Majority witnesses discussed how Obamacare’s structural problems are fueling

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Rep. Anderson: Introduces legislation supporting Wisconsin farmers

MADISON, Wis – Today, Representative Clinton Anderson and Legislative Democrats, introduced legislation, LRB-5640, that increases funding for essential programs supporting job stability, promoting local farmers, and providing food accessibility. Financial support for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin and Something Special for

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Weekly GOP radio address: The giving season

Hi, I’m Representative Shae Sortwell and I represent the 2nd Assembly District. I wanted to take some time today to talk about this Christmas season! Christmas is a sacred time that calls us to remember the birth of Jesus Christ

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Sen. Johnson: Holds PSI hearing defining the problems of Obamacare

WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, held a hearing entitled “Defining Our Healthcare Problem, and Principles We Should Follow to Solve It.” The four Majority witnesses discussed how Obamacare’s structural problems are fueling higher costs and rampant fraud, and they identified the harms

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Opportunity Wisconsin: Healthcare professionals and Wisconsin families sound alarm as Republicans refuse to prevent healthcare costs from skyrocketing

MADISON, Wis. – Following the Senate’s rejection of a proposal to extend health care tax credits this afternoon, the former administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services joined local healthcare professionals and Wisconsin families to demand members of Congress, including Reps. Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden, take

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Sen. Dassler-Alfheim: Celebrates release of increased municipal services payments for Fox Valley municipalities

APPLETON, WI – This week, Governor Evers announced increased funding that municipalities across Wisconsin will be receiving through the Municipal Services Payments (MSP) Program. Municipalities in Senate District 18 will be receiving a total of $1.8 million through MSP.  “Local governments and taxpayers have been drawing the short-stick for years. The

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Rep. Udell: Wisconsin Democrats propose legislation on affordability, safety, medical leave, and more

MADISON, Wis. — This week, Wisconsin Democrats introduced bills regarding paid family leave, school funding, agriculture, criminal justice, and more. Representative Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “My Democratic colleagues and I remain steadfast in our commitment to address affordability in Wisconsin, and our bill rollouts this week demonstrate this

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Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Senator Ron Johnson voted to abandon Wisconsin families, cement GOP health care premium hikes

Washington, D.C – Today, Senator Ron Johnson and his Republican colleagues delivered a devastating blow to hard-working 271,589 Wisconsinites by hiking their health insurance premiums, pushing thousands toward crippling medical debt, and kicking hundreds of thousands off their health care altogether. After months of chaos and uncertainty, Senate Republicans voted

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Rep. Anderson: Introduces legislation supporting Wisconsin farmers

MADISON, Wis – Today, Representative Clinton Anderson and Legislative Democrats, introduced legislation, LRB-5640, that increases funding for essential programs supporting job stability, promoting local farmers, and providing food accessibility. Financial support for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin and Something Special for Wisconsin, shows the importance of local producers and keeping dollars

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Statement on passage of the INVEST Act to expand access to capital for small businesses

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 3383, the Incentivizing New Ventures and Economic Strength Through Capital Formation (INVEST) Act. “America’s capital markets are the backbone of our economy. As a member of the House Financial Services Committee, I’ve seen firsthand how urgently

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Rep. Allen: A missed opportunity for Milwaukee students

Madison, WI – This week Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) invited key stakeholders to a meeting with the Speaker at the State Capitol to discuss how the State of Wisconsin could partner with Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) to improve outcomes in our state’s largest district.  “MPS is our largest school district

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Rep. Nedweski: After Evers’ 400-year property tax increase, lawmakers push constitutional fix

MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) introduced a proposed amendment to the state constitution for second consideration this week that aims to restore balance between the executive and legislative branches.  Wisconsin’s partial veto is widely regarded as one of the most expansive executive powers in the country. Unlike many states,

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Jones campaign: State Rep. Joan Fitzgerald endorses Judge Ben Jones for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1

MADISON—Today, State Rep. Joan Fitzgerald endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1. Rep. Fitzgerald (AD-46) joins fellow Representatives Jenna Jacobson (AD-50), Alex Joers (AD-81), Andrew Hysell (AD-46), Maureen McCarville (AD-45), Francesca Hong (AD-76), Shelia Stubbs (AD-78), Lisa Subeck (AD-79), and Mike Bare (AD-80) in endorsing Judge Jones. Supreme Court Justice Susan

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Weekly GOP radio address: The giving season

Hi, I’m Representative Shae Sortwell and I represent the 2nd Assembly District. I wanted to take some time today to talk about this Christmas season! Christmas is a sacred time that calls us to remember the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope He brought into the world. The season

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Zamarripa campaign: U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin endorses JoCasta Zamarripa for Wisconsin Secretary of State

MILWAUKEE — Today, Milwaukee Alderperson and former State Representative JoCasta Zamarripa announced the major endorsement of U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin in her campaign for Wisconsin Secretary of State. Senator Baldwin, a champion for working families and equality, cited JoCasta’s proven record as a coalition-builder and her commitment to addressing the

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State Senate Democratic Committee: While Republicans sleep at the wheel, Sen. Jeff Smith and Rep. Robyn Vining stand up for public education

MADISON, WI – Democrats across Wisconsin have demonstrated their commitment to fighting for public education funding this week. State Representative Robyn Vining reintroduced her ‘Save Our Schools’ Act, aimed at increasing the rate at which special education is reimbursed and increasing the per-pupil funding in our schools. Similarly, Senator Jeff Smith

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Dept. of Transportation: Non-Driver Advisory Committee considers impacts of automated vehicles

Stakeholders and transportation partners met with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Thursday to continue discussions about emerging vehicle technologies. The Wisconsin Non-Driver Advisory Committee (WiNDAC)’s December meeting focused on the use of automated vehicles (AVs) for those who don’t drive in Wisconsin. With feedback from transportation partners, WisDOT is

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to extend health care tax breaks, avert crisis for 275,000 Wisconsinites

Republicans reject extension of health care tax breaks, green light massive price hike on working Wisconsinites WATCH: Senator Baldwin delivers remarks on Senate Floor ahead of health care vote ICYMI: Today, Baldwin holds virtual press conference with Wisconsinites facing higher premiums next year WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) voted

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