Gov. Evers: Announces launch of new state film office and tax credit program
Highly anticipated film office will bring creative endeavors to Wisconsin’s doorstep, bolster travel and tourism economy, and strengthen film industry in Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2026 State of the State address, announced the highly anticipated
Gov. Evers: Announces Wisconsin to join growing coalition of states in joining World Health Organization Global Outbreak Alert Response Network
By joining, Wisconsin gains critical access to global early-warning alerts, international trainings to bolster local response to outbreaks, stronger coordination between state’s public health systems and global response efforts MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2026 State of the
Gov. Evers: Delivers 2026 State of the State address
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight delivered his 2026 State of the State address, highlighting Gov. Evers’ and the Evers Administration’s efforts and successes over the past seven years to do what’s best for kids and invest in education at every
Evers demands lawmakers pump money into K-12, property tax relief in final State of the State
Dem Gov. Tony Evers tonight demanded GOP lawmakers provide additional funding for K-12 education and property tax relief while pushing the Legislature to continue working with him on an unfinished agenda rather than heading out for the campaign trail.
Former Indiana Gov. Daniels criticizes electing judges, praises divided government
Former Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels praised Wisconsin’s purple streak but bemoaned the state’s practice of electing judges, saying it “was never a good idea” and erodes faith in the judiciary. Daniels noted 37 states have single-party control of government, including
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: State of the State: WMC highlights Wisconsin’s competitiveness crisis
MADISON — In advance of Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), warned that Wisconsin is falling behind on key competitiveness metrics, citing WMC Foundation’s new Wisconsin Competitiveness Report. WMC President/CEO Kurt R. Bauer urged the
Rep. Duchow: Assembly announces surplus plan
Madison, WI – Today, Assembly Republicans announced a plan to utilize the state’s $2.3 billion surplus. The proposal, unveiled during the pre-session press conference, takes a comprehensive approach that addresses the state’s financial priorities while returning money to taxpayers. Highlights of the
Sen. Jacque: Increased Penalties for carfentanil trafficking heads to governor
MADISON… Legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to increase penalties for those who traffick the deadly narcotic carfentanil passed the State Assembly Tuesday and will now go to the desk of Governor Tony Evers for consideration. One of
Rep. Kitchens: Assembly approves Battery Recovery and Fire Prevention Act
(Madison) – Whether we know it or not, almost everyone is walking around with a potential fire hazard that can very quickly reach temperatures of more than 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit. If damaged, the same high-powered batteries that power our phones
Sen. Jacque: Charlie Berens, Senator Jacque testify on banning secret AI data center deals
MADISON… Legendary Wisconsin everyman, comedian, bestselling author and Emmy-award winning journalist Charlie Berens, creator of the acclaimed online series Manitowoc Minute, gave recorded testimony today at the Senate Committee on Utilities, Technology and Tourism in support of Senate Bill 969, legislation authored by Senator André
Rep. Nedweski: Legislation to protect students and clarify school staff boundaries passes Assembly
MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) issued the following statement in response to the Assembly’s passage of Senate Bill 673, legislation she authored to require schools to establish clear standards for appropriate communication between staff and students and to provide
Rep. Stubbs: Mourns the passing of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.
MADISON, WI- Today, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., a monumental figure in the American Civil Rights movement, Baptist minister, community organizer, and Shadow Delegate and Shadow Senator for the District of Columbia, passed away at the age of 84 years
Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association: Applauds passage of AB 664 expanding student access to real butter
MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) today applauded members of the Wisconsin State Assembly for its bipartisan passage of Assembly Bill 664, legislation that expands students’ access to real dairy butter in their schools and supports Wisconsin’s $52.8 billion dairy industry. Authored by Representative
Fair Wisconsin: Submits organizational public comments opposing CMS proposed rules threatening gender-affirming care for trans youth
Today, Fair Wisconsin submitted the personal testimony of over 150 Wisconsinites on two proposed rules from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid threatening access to gender-affirming care for transgender youth. “These proposed rules would hold federal funding hostage from vulnerable
Rep. Green: The Forestry Revitalization Act passes the Assembly
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after Assembly Bill 619, The Forestry Revitalization Act, passed the Assembly earlier today: “The Forestry Revitalization Act will breathe new life into Wisconsin’s forestry industry. This legislation not only revives Wisconsin’s