A Better Wisconsin Together: Cost savings for families and protections for consumers blocked by Republicans in state Legislature
Wisconsin Working Families Continue to Pay the Costs for GOP Obstruction and Partisanship MADISON, Wis. — Lowering costs for hard working Wisconsinites, protecting consumers from price gouging and insurance company abuses, and investing in training the next generation of teachers and
Rep. Wichgers: Bill remedies WEC violations cited by U.S. Justice Department
Madison – Recently the State of Wisconsin was notified by the U.S. Department of Justice that the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) is in violation of the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA). Representative Wichgers released the following statement: “Today, I
Joint Finance approves more money for youth apprenticeships, meat inspections, but less than Evers wanted
The GOP-controlled Joint Finance Committee approving boosting the amount of state money going into youth apprenticeship programs and meat inspections, though it was significantly less than what Dem Gov. Tony Evers proposed.
Joint Finance Committee Dems: As federal funding shrinks, JFC Republicans come up short
MADISON—Today, Republican members of the Joint Committee on Finance once again failed to meet the needs of Wisconsin families, rejecting targeted proposals to address rising living costs and potential serious federal funding gaps. While Governor Evers’ budget prioritized food safety,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: WATCH: Baldwin presses NIH Director on Trump administration’s deep cuts to lifesaving research
Trump administration is cutting lifesaving research right now while proposing a budget that would rip away $18 billion – a 40% cut – in NIH funding for lifesaving breakthroughs next year WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking
TUE PM Update: Evers: ‘I didn’t lie’ that Republicans rebuffed call for meaningful education spending
From WisPolitics … — Gov. Tony Evers today insisted “I didn’t lie” when he said Republican legislative leaders refused his demand to make a significant investment in education during budget negotiations. Evers also disclosed the two sides were far apart
Joint Finance rejects call for new office to provide security for judges, justices
Gov. Tony Evers had backed the state Supreme Court’s call for an Office of Marshals to add 8.4 full-time equivalent staff in addition to the 1.6 positions now working for the court. His budget included nearly $2.3 million to cover the costs.
Rep. Green: Wisconsin tourism keeps breaking records
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after seeing the Wisconsin Department of Tourism have another record-breaking year in 2024: “As Chair of the Assembly Committee on Tourism, I am ecstatic to see this industry continue to
Sen. James, Rep. Moses: Bill to open substance abuse treatment center in western Wisconsin
Madison… Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) and Representative Clint Moses (R Menomonie) recently testified on their bills that would restore needed access to mental health treatment in the Chippewa Falls area. The bills would allocate $1 million in the state budget
Justice Karofsky: Statement regarding action by the Joint Committee on Finance
“We remain deeply committed to the safety and security of every person who walks into a courthouse in Wisconsin. This includes victims, litigants, attorneys, and the dedicated public employees who work to ensure justice prevails. While today’s budget action did
Statement from Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson: On tourism numbers showing Milwaukee is the state’s travel leader
“Milwaukee leads the state in tourism. Numbers just out from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism show our county is, far and away, the leader in tourism spending, number of visitors, and jobs for local residents in hospitality. “This achievement is
Sen. Tomczyk: Governor Evers stands against federal law
Madison… Yesterday, Governor Evers signed a letter expressing support for the ICE rioters in Los Angeles. Senator Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding the Governor’s actions: “What’s happening in Los Angeles isn’t a protest. It’s a riot. It’s destruction.
AG Kaul: Fights to protect genetic information in 23andMe bankruptcy case
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced Wisconsin has joined a bipartisan coalition of 28 states in filing a lawsuit on behalf of consumers that objects to the proposed sale of personal genetic information collected by 23andMe. The complaint and
Rep. Dittrich: Excluded from “Inclusive” Oconomowoc Parade
Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R – Oconomowoc) issued the following in response to constituents upset about the Oconomowoc Rotary’s elimination of State and Federal elected officials from Oconomowoc’s annual 4th of July parade: “My Beloved Oconomowoc, I am writing to you because
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: 2025 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin election results announced
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) 2025 Board of Directors election results. On July 1, 2025, the following dairy producers will begin a three-year term