Kristin Lyerly: Donald Trump and the GOP have declared war on health care
Donald Trump and every single Republican who voted with him chose this. They looked at working families — who are barely making ends meet — and said, “Let’s make it worse.”
Earth Justice: Bad River Band asks Wisconsin court to review Line 5 permit decision
Hurley, WI – The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has filed a petition for judicial review with Wisconsin’s Iron County Circuit Court to challenge Administrative Law Judge Angela Chaput Foy’s decision last week upholding a key permit for Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute
Rep. Jacobson: The Wisconsin Assembly passes legislation to allow victims of sextortion to sue for damages
MADISON, WI – Yesterday evening, the Wisconsin Assembly voted to pass AB 923. This bill would create a civil cause of action for victims of sexual extortion (sextortion) or their family, and allow the parents or estate of a victim who takes
Dept. of Natural Resources: Awards Brownfield Grant to Marathon City
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the DNR awarded brownfield assessment services to the village of Marathon City to assist with the investigation of environmental contamination at the former Weisenberger Tie & Lumber, Inc.
Rodriguez campaign: Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez statement on supreme court striking down Trump-Tiffany tariffs that raised prices and crushed workers, farmers, and small businesses
MADISON, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez, a registered nurse and Democratic candidate for governor, released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Trump and backed by Congressman Tom Tiffany: “The Supreme Court did the
Voters to decide limits to governor’s partial veto power after Assembly approves amendment
The Assembly cleared the way for voters to decide whether governors should be allowed to use their partial veto authority to raise a tax or fee. The chamber yesterday also voted to overturn Dem Gov. Tony Evers’ 400-year veto.
Baldwin calls on Republicans to engage with Dems over DHS funding
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin at a WisPolitics-State Affairs luncheon said Republicans need to get engaged in negotiations with Democrats over funding for the Department of Homeland Security amid a shutdown of the agency.
Rep. Subeck: Statement on passage of Gail’s Law
MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed Gail’s Law, a bill requiring insurance companies to cover preventive breast cancer screenings for women with dense breast tissue. Representative Lisa Subeck, an original author of the bill, released the following statement: “Passing
Rep. Dallman: Leads effort to regulate NIL in Wisconsin
MADISON – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement after the Wisconsin State Assembly overwhelmingly passed his bill, Assembly Bill 1034 (AB 1034), 95-1. “Championship-level athletics does more than just win games, they also fuel economic growth and statewide pride.
Rep. Steffen, Sen. Wimberger: Justice for All Act passes Assembly
Bill increasing staffing in the justice system moves forward Madison, WI— Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed legislation to address critical staffing needs in the justice system. The bill, authored by State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) and State Senator Eric
Rep. Penterman: Tax relief for Wisconsin National Guard and Reserve servicemembers passes the Assembly
Madison, WI – Today, Representative William Penterman (R-Hustisford) voted to advance Assembly Bill 913, which provides tax relief for members of the Wisconsin National Guard and the United States Armed Forces Reserve. Assembly Bill 913, co-authored by Representative Penterman, creates a
Rep. Subeck: Statement on passage of postpartum Medicaid extension
MADISON – Today, on the final day in which the Wisconsin State Assembly plans to meet, the body passed a bill that would expand Medicaid to women a full year following childbirth. Over the course of several sessions, the bill has
Rep. Vining: “Wisconsin: You demanded what you deserve, and you won.” -Rep. Robyn Vining on Gail’s Law and postpartum Medicaid expansion passing the Assembly
MADISON – Today the Assembly passed two bills that support women’s health: Gail’s Law, which requires health insurance to cover breast cancer screenings (2025 Assembly Bill 263 / Senate Bill 264); and Postpartum Medicaid Expansion, which extends postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60
Rep. Rodriguez: Celebrates broad bipartisan passage of three authored bills
MADISON – A number of bills authored by Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) passed the State Assembly today. “This is a fantastic day in the Assembly. Today we passed multiple bills I have authored and advocated for this session – and for some
American Heart Association: Applauds the passage of SB 23
Bill to extend postpartum health care for new moms passes Assembly MADISON, Wis. – Feb. ( ), 2026 – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed Senate Bill 23, a bipartisan bill that extends postpartum health care coverage from 60 days