Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy: Report: The economic impact of Exact Sciences on Dane County and Wisconsin
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U.S. Sen. Johnson: For The Wall Street Journal: Move to end the filibuster now—before Democrats do
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State Senate Democratic Committee: Breaking: Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu announces retirement
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Rep. Goeben: Applauds signing of SB 264
Signing Marks Major Step Forward for Women’s Health in Wisconsin Madison – Today, Rep. Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) shared her appreciation for the hard work of her colleagues in Senate Bill 264 being signed into law today. She praised the legislation as the
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Introduces bill to provide permanent tax relief for middle class Americans
Bill eliminates federal income taxes for Americans making under $46,000; is fully paid for by ensuring Americans making over a million dollars pay their fair share WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she joined her colleagues in introducing
Rep. Stubbs: Celebrates signing of Postpartum Medicaid Expansion and Gail’s Law
MADISON, WI – This week, Governor Tony Evers signed Senate Bill 23—relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women and Senate Bill 264—relating to: coverage of breast cancer screenings by the Medical Assistance program and
Sen. Hesselbein: Statement on Senator Devin LeMahieu announcement he will not seek re-election
Statement by Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) following the announcement by Senator Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) that he will not seek re-election: “Senator LeMahieu is a dedicated public servant whose tireless service to his constituents has spanned more
UW-Green Bay: Built to rise: From UW-Green Bay to Google, SpaceX and Beyond
UW‑Green Bay welcomes alumnus Randy Knaflic for a public keynote and networking event GREEN BAY, Wis.—From jazz rehearsal rooms to high-impact leadership roles at Google and SpaceX, Randy Knaflic’s career journey is anything but conventional. On April 15, the UW‑Green Bay
Weekly GOP radio address: No tax on tips. No tax on overtime.
In Wisconsin, we believe in rewarding hard work, not punishing hardworking Wisconsinites by taxing them more. That’s why Senate Republicans have passed several bills this session that put money back where it belongs: in the pockets of the people who
Gundrum won’t seek reelection
GOP Rep. Rick Gundrum, who first joined the Assembly after winning a 2018 special election, announced today he won’t seek reelection.
Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers delivers radio address, celebrates two new laws to support women’s health during Women’s History Month
Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here. Every March during Women’s History Month, we have the opportunity to celebrate all Wisconsin women and recognize the incredible strides women have made throughout our state’s and our country’s history. And while I’m jazzed to celebrate our many efforts … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t
Sen. Testin: Thanks outgoing senators for their service to Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) would like to thank his four Senate colleagues who are not seeking re-election in November for their long-standing commitment to serving the residents of Wisconsin. Sen. Devin LeMahieu, who has been the
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul challenges unlawful rescission of landmark 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding
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LeMahieu won’t seek reelection
LeMahieu won’t seek reelection
From WisPolitics.com …
— Senate Majority Devin LeMahieu announced today he won’t seek reelection.
The Oostburg Republican said it was time for a “new chapter in my life.
“I am looking forward to spending more time with my wife in our new Madison-area home and, for the first time since 2006, rooting for bold conservative reform from the sidelines,” LeMahieu said.
LeMahieu, 53, was first elected to the Senate in 2014 and became majority leader in the 2021-22 session.
He is the fourth GOP member of the state Senate to decide against seeking reelection this fall, joining: Rob Hutton, of Brookfield; Steve Nass, of Whitewater; and Van Wanggaard, of Racine.
Rep. Vining: “For the love of Wisconsin women, Gail’s Law is now the law of the land” -Rep. Robyn Vining commends signing of breast cancer screening bill
MADISON – Today Governor Tony Evers signed 2025 Senate Bill 264 into law, which requires health insurance to cover diagnostic and supplemental breast cancer screenings. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) attended the bill signing ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol and released the