Rep. Haywood: Statement on Assembly Bill 601 being signed into law
MADISON, Wis. — Earlier today Governor Tony Evers signed Assembly Bill 601(AB601) which would make changes to state law regarding online sports betting. In response, Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee), a co-author of the bill, released the following statement: “Today marks a
Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin: ICYMI: State director encourages grassroots involvement in Heartland Post op-ed
Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) State Director Megan Novak published a new op-ed in the Heartland Post Thursday encouraging more Wisconsinites to get involved in grassroots activism ahead of the elections this November. Novak wrote that the stakes are too high
Rep. Spiros: Bill to support state and county correctional officers and jailers signed into law
Madison, WI— Representative John Spiros (R-Marshfield) released the following statement after Governor Evers signed his bill, Senate Bill (SB) 533 into law as WI Act 244. “Correctional officers face one of the most dangerous work environments of any profession. Being
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Rock County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Rock County Circuit Court – Branch 7. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Barbara W. McCrory’s retirement, effective May 15, 2026. The
Sen. Larson: Members of the Milwaukee Delegation of Democratic State Legislators condemn the detention of Salah Sarsour, call for his immediate release
MILWAUKEE, WI – Salah Sarsour is a husband, father, grandfather, beloved neighbor, community leader, business owner, Muslim, Palestinian-American, and outspoken advocate for a free Palestine. Despite what this deeply corrupt Trump Administration may claim, it is because of his advocacy
Gov. Evers: Takes action on several bills
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today took action on several bills. The bills signed by the governor today include expanding healthcare provider costs that are eligible for reimbursement under the sexual assault forensic examination compensation program, extending current protections for peace officers to correctional officers, and …
Rep. Brill: And Senator Jacque’s Stillbirth Recognition and Support Act signed into law
Madison – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed Assembly Bill 373, authored by Representative Lindee Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls), into law. AB 373 provides a $2,000 tax credit to parents of a stillborn child. Representative Brill offered the following comment: “On average,
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Recognizes inaugural Local News Day
GREEN BAY — State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D–Green Bay) issued the following statement recognizing April 9, 2026 as the first-ever Local News Day: “Local news is one of the most powerful tools we have to keep our communities informed, connected, and
Sen. James, Rep. Hurd: Governor Evers chooses red tape over common sense
MADISON – Instead of signing a common-sense reform into law, Governor Evers chose to keep unnecessary government red tape in place by vetoing Assembly Bill (AB) 956 on Wednesday. This bill would have exempted certain agricultural warehouses from the requirement to install an
Sen. Jacque: Stillbirth tax credit signed into law
Law provides statutory recognition to stillborn children, acknowledging loss suffered by parents MADISON, WI… Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) and Representative Lindee Brill (Sheboygan Falls) to provide state recognition to stillbirth parents, after overwhelmingly passing both
Sen. Jacque: Vulnerable victim protections signed by governor
New law modernizes how courts handle the testimony of minors MADISON, WI…Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) and Representative Ben Franklin (De Pere) to modernize how Wisconsin handles the testimony of minors in a court setting was
Wisconsin Catholic Conference: Responds to online sports gambling and end of session action
The Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), the public policy voice of the state’s Catholic bishops, expresses deep disappointment with the signing of Wisconsin Act 247 into law today, which expands online sports gambling throughout Wisconsin. Other states are rejecting online sports
Talking Trade with Prof. Jon Pevehouse, UW-Madison
In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” UW-Madison Prof. Jon Pevehouse says the ongoing conflict in Iran is affecting more than oil markets, as the key trade route in the region is being used as a bargaining chip.
Rep. Swearingen: Reacts to Representative Rob Brooks announcing retirement
Rhinelander, WI – State Representative Rob Swearingen released the following statement in response to Representative Rob Brooks announcing he will not seek reelection in 2026. “I want to extend my sincere congratulations to Representative Brooks on his retirement from the Wisconsin
Rep. Tucker: Delivers for Wisconsin’s veterans
Madison – Representative Duke Tucker (R-Grantsburg) celebrated the passage of two key pieces of legislation ensuring Wisconsin veterans and active servicemembers receive proper recognition and accommodation. The bills, authored by Rep. Tucker this session, are Senate Bills 134 & 810,