MON PM Update: JCRAR co-chair knocks Elections Commission for not getting more lawmaker input on observer rules
From WisPolitics … — Rep. Adam Neylon today criticized the Wisconsin Elections Commission for not engaging with lawmakers more on a proposed rule laying out standards for election observers, calling it “insulting.” Appearing before the Joint Committee for Review of
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Forest Service Chief Schultz announces acting regional forester for the Eastern Region
MILWAUKEE, WI (April 21, 2025) — USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz today announced Gordie Blum will serve as acting regional forester for the Eastern Region, effective May 1, 2025. Blum will temporarily succeed Regional Forester Tony Dixon as he reaches his planned
Opportunity Wisconsin: Former Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley joins “Citizens’ town hall” in Racine as Republicans continue to push devastating cuts to Social Security, Medicaid, and SNAP just to fund more tax breaks for billionaires
RACINE, Wis. – Thursday, April 24th, former Maryland Governor and Social Security Administration Commissioner Martin O’Malley will join the “Citizens’ Town Hall” in Racine to answer questions about proposed Republican-backed cuts to Medicaid, how Elon Musk’s DOGE is threatening Social
Sen. Carpenter: Condemning RFK’s dehumanizing comments against people with autism
(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement in response to the insulting commentary made last week by DHHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about people with autism: “On Wednesday of last week, U.S. Department of Health and Human
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in remembrance of His Holiness Pope Francis
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #257 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff in remembrance of His Holiness Pope Francis, who passed away on Mon., April 21, 2025, at
Dept. of Health Services: Wisconsin underage tobacco and vape sales decreased in 2024
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) reports a decrease in the rate at which tobacco and vape retailers sold to underage consumers last year, with annual data showing a decline from 13.6% in 2023 to 11.8% in 2024. These
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Financial Institutions: Highlight new promotion with Edvest 529 for Wisconsinites to start saving for their future education during 2025 NFL Draft
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), today highlighted a new promotion from Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct-sold college savings plan, to help families save for their kids’ future education. In celebration of the 2025 NFL Draft being held in Wisconsin this week,
Rep. Allen: Legislators release bill ending holdover appointments at state level
Madison, WI – Today, Sens. Julian Bradley (R-New Berlin), Romaine Quinn (R-Birchwood) and Reps. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) and Dave Maxey (R-New Berlin) released a bill ending holdover appointments at the state level. LRB-0302/1 addresses a gap highlighted by the Wisconsin
Dept. of Workforce Development: Seeks Wisconsin employers who go above and beyond for veterans
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is seeking Wisconsin employers who hire and retain veterans for the Vets Ready Employer Initiative. This designation recognizes organizations that go above and beyond for the veteran workforce. Vets Ready honors organizations
Remiker campaign: Senate and Assembly Democratic leaders endorse Devin Remiker for WisDems chair
REEDSBURG, Wis. – Following his announcement last week that he is running for chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, Devin Remiker today announced the endorsements of Senate and Assembly Democratic Leaders Dianne Hesselbein and Greta Neubauer. “With so much at
Libertarian Party of Southeast Wisconsin: Supports DOGE
Kenosha, WI, April 21, 2025 – The Libertarian Party of Southeast Wisconsin supports the efforts of Elon Musk and others assisting the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency in its efforts to weed out waste in the federal government. Clearly,
Common Cause: Statement to the Joint Committee for Review of Administration Rules regarding Wisconsin Election Commission Rule on Election Observers, CR 24-032
TO: Members of the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules FROM: Jay Heck, Executive Director of Common Cause in Wisconsin DATE: April 21, 2025 RE: Statement from Common Cause Wisconsin on Wisconsin Election Commission Rule on Election Observers, CR
Dept. of Trade, Agriculture and Consumer Protection: Transportation Scammers May Target Attendees of the 2025 Draft in Green Bay
MADISON, Wis. – Hundreds of thousands of football fans are expected to attend the 2025 Draft in Green Bay from April 24 to April 26. With that many visitors in town, scammers may try to take advantage of the fast-paced
Wisconsin Beef Council: Fundraiser helps put beef on the tables of families in need
VERONA, Wis. ― Powered by purpose and fueled by beef, the Wisconsin Beef Council is once again stepping up to fight hunger across the state. Now through May 15, the Beef Council is selling exclusive “Fueled by Beef” apparel and