Madison, WI –Today, the Assembly Committee on Corrections held a public hearing on Assembly Bill 741—Relating to: personal hygiene products for inmates of state correctional institutions and county jails and houses of correction and making an appropriation and Assembly Bill 736—Relating to: free menstrual products for inmates of state correctional

GREEN BAY – “The current national climate has weaponized divisive rhetoric in ways that have eroded trust in government at every level. I understand and acknowledge the very real concerns people have when symbols or language appear connected to dangerous ideologies or historic harm. Just over five years ago, on the

Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP-WI) applauds a long-overdue win for Wisconsin families and businesses after two major utility transmission projects were awarded through open, competitive bidding, delivering hundreds of millions of dollars in savings for ratepayers. After the Evers-appointed Public Service Commission approved more than $2 billion in energy

MADISON, Wis. — In response to ICE executing an American citizen, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “A 37-year-old American citizen is dead because the Trump administration has directed ICE to act with zero regard for the law and to incite violence in our communities. Their chaos campaign to distract

MADISON, WI — Yesterday Senator Dora Drake and Representative Kalan Haywood proudly announced the introduction of the “First-Time Homebuyers Act,” a groundbreaking bill designed to make homeownership more accessible for Wisconsin residents. This legislation establishes a loan fund managed by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), offering interest-free loans

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Public Defenders Office testified Wednesday in support of a bill that would give the agency dozens more staff positions and reduce delays in the criminal justice system. “Wisconsin’s justice system desperately needs more public defenders,” State Public Defender Jennifer Bias said. “When our clients have

With ACA tax credits expired, Steil and Van Orden side with D.C. party bosses to keep it that way Amid rising unemployment, skyrocketing grocery prices, and climbing utility costs, Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden are hellbent on delivering another suckerpunch to Wisconsinites: raising health insurance premiums.  Steil and Van Orden just voted against

MADISON–Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) authored 2025 Assembly Bill 736, a bipartisan bill that would provide free menstrual products for inmates of state correctional institutions, county jails, or houses of corrections. Today the Assembly Committee on Corrections heard hours of supportive testimony on Assembly Bill 736 and Assembly Bill 741, which would

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) voiced strong support for a coalition of family and faith-based organizations urging House leadership to address marriage penalties embedded in federal welfare programs as part of a future budget reconciliation package. Grothman has long led efforts in Congress to eliminate policies that penalize marriage

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that Owen Piotrowski will be appointed to the Milwaukee Circuit Court – Branch 31.  Gov. Evers had previously announced Piotrowski, an assistant district attorney in Milwaukee, would be appointed to Branch 38 of the Milwaukee County Circuit Court due to Judge Jeffrey

Madison, WI – Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) issued the following statement honoring Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson and County Clerk Meg Wartman following their retirement announcements: All of Waukesha can be deeply grateful for the extraordinary service of two outstanding public servants: Sheriff Eric Severson and County Clerk Meg Wartman. 

Madison, WI – Today, the Senate Committee on Licensing, Regulatory Reform, State and Federal Affairs held a public hearing on several bills that would address the high cost of healthcare in Wisconsin. Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) testified on several bills that she authored, including the Price Transparency for Patients Act, andbills to

“I have seen the video of today’s shooting in Minneapolis, and it is disturbing.  A thorough and independent investigation is needed.  If wrongdoing is identified, formal accountability must be forthcoming so that justice is served. “I encourage everyone to show restraint, including federal agents and those exercising their constitutionally protected

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) delivered remarks on the floor of the U.S. Senate condemning President Donald Trump’s ongoing unauthorized military conflict in Venezuela. Following months of bombing in the Caribbean and Pacific, the unauthorized military attack on Venezuela, and the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro

Madison, WI -Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) today announced his coauthorship of legislation implementing strong protections for ratepayers and natural resources associated with data centers.   The legislation, being circulated by Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (R-River Falls) and Sen. Romaine Quinn (R-Birchwood), ensures that data center development does not come at the expense

Madison, WI— Today, State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) and State Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) testified at a public hearing on a bill that will reduce case delays in the criminal justice system. Under the proposals, the state will increase staffing levels of assistant district attorneys, assistant state public defenders, public

MADISON, WI – Today President Trump announced his support for legislation banning investment firms from being able to purchase single family homes. Legislation like the bill introduced by Senators Keyeski and Pfaff earlier last year. Intended to increase housing supply and keep costs in check, legislation like this has widespread support across the country. The

Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions it has taken against these entities. The actions are issued

Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Ryan Clancy (D-19) and his fellow members of the Assembly Committee on Corrections considered two bills developed by his office in close consultation with people who are incarcerated, people who are formerly incarcerated, their loved ones, and advocacy organizations dedicated to improving conditions in Wisconsin’s

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin Assembly’s Committee on Corrections held a public hearing on two bills aimed at alleviating inhumane conditions in Wisconsin’s jails and prisons. These bills are part of a larger legislative package introduced by Rep. Darrin Madison (D-10) in October called Conditions of Confinement, written with