Lawmakers debate bill that would require state employees to return to in-person work
Democrats voiced skepticism about a GOP bill to restrict remote work for state employees, while Republicans argued it’s a necessary step to ensure productivity.
WED AM Update: Supreme Court to hear arguments as UW nurses seek recognition of union
From WisPolitics … — The state Supreme Court will hear arguments today in a case that could determine whether a union representing nurses at UW Health is recognized by the health care provider. The Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission ruled in
TUE PM Update: Lawmakers debate bill that would require state employees to return to in-person work
From WisPolitics … — Democrats at a committee hearing today voiced skepticism about a GOP bill to restrict remote work for state employees, while Republicans argued it’s a necessary step to ensure productivity. The bill was introduced after a 2023
Dairy Business Association: Applauds Gov. Evers DATCP budget announcement
MADISON, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, applauds Gov. Tony Evers for his state budget proposal to fund the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). The 2025-27 Executive Budget will be announced later
Rep. Hurd: Announces Athens and Medford office hours
MADISON – Representative Karen Hurd (R-Withee) will be holding in-district office hours next Friday, February 21st in Athens and Medford. These meetings will allow constituents to meet one-on-one or in family groups to discuss issues important to them with Representative Hurd.
Wisconsin Farmers Union: Advocates for continued support of Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program
CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) is calling on local communities, farmers, and advocates across the state to rally behind the Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program (WI LFPA) as it prepares for critical funding decisions in the
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: 2025 nomination period open for Ginseng Board of Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 28, 2025, for two seats on the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin. DATCP will mail nomination forms to eligible growers. Nomination forms must include signatures
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Demands VA secretary defend veterans’ private information from Elon Musk
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues called on Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins to take immediate actions to secure veterans’ personal information provided by the VA or other agencies from
Underly campaign: ICYMI: Support for Jill Underly for State Superintendent continues to grow
Adds Citizen Action of Wisconsin to endorsements Madison, WI – Today, Jill Underly’s re-election campaign for State Superintendent provided a growing list of statewide organizations, elected officials, and grassroots leaders from all corners of Wisconsin supporting returning her to the
Universities of Wisconsin: Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue seeks grant proposals
MADISON, Wis.—The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD) invites faculty, staff, and students at the Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) to apply for grants that enhance democracy through civil dialogue in a robust marketplace of ideas. WICCD offers grants
Schimel campaign: George Soros’ war on law and order comes to Wisconsin
WAUKESHA, Wisc. — Monday’s campaign finance reports revealed that the Democratic Party of Wisconsin is funded by George Soros, JB Pritzker, and Reid Hoffman – and Susan Crawford is funded by the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. Soros, Pritzker, and Hoffman’s cash
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Announces appointment of Julie Lassa as administrator
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski announced Julie Lassa as Administrator of the Division of Agricultural Development. “Julie has decades of experience with the agriculture industry, stakeholder relationships, and leadership,” said Romanski. “DATCP
Sen. Wimberger: Governor flips on protections for PFAS victims
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) today sent a letter requesting Governor Evers respond to a December request for the Governor’s engagement on protecting innocent landowners from government overreach. The letter comes after the Governor recently announced he would include innocent landowner protections in his
Wisconsin National Guard: Red Arrow Brigade welcomes new commander
CAMP DOUGLAS, Wis. — The Wisconsin Army National Guard’s most storied unit welcomed a new commander to its formation during a Feb. 1 ceremony at its headquarters in Camp Douglas. The famed 32nd “Red Arrow” Infantry Brigade Combat Team, held
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul joins lawsuit against Deere & Company to protect farmers from unfair corporate tactics, high repair costs
Suit alleges that Deere’s monopoly practices unfairly drive-up farming equipment repair costs, restrict farmers ability to quickly seek repairs necessary for planting, harvesting MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul has joined four states and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)