Sen. Nass: 2025-27 biennial budget process commences with Evers fantasy budget; Pledges to oppose excessive spending offered by Governor Evers or Republicans
Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater) issued the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ introduction of his 2025-27 Biennial Budget proposal: “Last night, Governor Tony Evers presented his fantasy budget proposal for the 2025-2027 biennium. It would expend nearly $119 billion
Rep. Callahan: Pledges to fight for a responsible budget
[Madison, WI] – Last night, Governor Evers delivered his biennial State Budget Address. State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) released the following statement in response: “I was glad to see the governor finally embracing some conservative ideas, like eliminating the income tax
Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council: Statement on Governor Evers’ 2025-27 budget proposal
DeForest, WI – The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council hails Governor Evers’ pro-infrastructure and pro-worker biennial budget proposal. “Governor Evers’ budget proposal makes significant investments that not only rebuild our state’s infrastructure but also provide opportunities for Wisconsinites to get great paying
Capitol Chats: Rep. Kaufert talks returning to the Legislature, prison reform
Rep. Dean Kaufert, R-Neenah is returning to the Legislature after 10 years away. He is now the chair of the Committee on Corrections and discussed his plan to address prison reform working with both parties…. Please log in to access
Survival Coalition of Wisconsin Disability Organizations: Governor’s budget recognizes importance of people with disabilities
(MADISON) – The Survival Coalition of more than 20 statewide disability organizations thanks Governor Tony Evers for his proposed budget including significant investments to improve the lives of people with disabilities across the lifespan. The Governor’s budget includes a historic,
Schimel campaign: Crawford attempted to overturn Act 10, but won’t recuse herself
WAUKESHA, Wisc. – Despite the fact that Susan Crawford served as the lead attorney who attempted to overturn Act 10, she refuses to recuse herself from presiding over the case that will come before the Wisconsin Supreme Court. She’s compromised. As a lawyer
Wisconsin Medical Society: State’s largest physician organization praises budget proposal’s support for clinician health
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Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association: WIAA board votes to update policy on eligibility
Stephanie Hauser, Executive Director of the WIAA, released the following statement regarding today’s vote by the organization’s Board of Control with regard to eligibility: “Today the WIAA Board of Control voted to update the organization’s policy regarding student-athlete eligibility – affirming
Rep. Goeben: Governor’s math does not add up
Madison – Rep. Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) issued the following statement in response to the Governor’s Budget Address: “Governor Evers needs to head back to the classroom for a lesson on math and economics before he makes bold promises to provide $2 billion
Rep. Joers: Votes against unfunded mandates
MADISON – Today, Representative Joers (D-Waunakee) voted against several education-related bills on the Assembly Floor. He released the following statement: “I voted against these bills because they are unfunded mandates. Unfunded mandates restrict our schools by forcing school districts to
Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin: Applauds Evers’ dedication to a clean energy economy for Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE – The following statement was issued today by the Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin following the release of Governor Tony Evers’ 2025 budget, which includes numerous provisions that expand access to clean energy technologies and planning tools for the state’s
ReadyWisconsin: Wisconsin Flood Safety Awareness Week is February 24-28
MADISON, Wis. — Flooding is one of the most common and devastating natural disasters with the potential to affect people, families and communities across Wisconsin. ReadyWisconsin is urging everyone to take steps to understand the risks flooding can bring. To
Rep. Stubbs: Supports Governor Evers’ 2025-2027 executive budget
MADISON, WI – On February 18, 2025, Governor Tony Evers delivered his budget address in the Assembly Chambers, outlining the provisions in his newly released 2025-2027 Executive Budget. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I applaud Governor Evers
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Chetek Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Chetek is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes relocation of a
Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network: Governor’s budget recommendations reflect critical needs of older Wisconsinites
(MADISON, WI) The Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network (WAAN) supports essential investments included in Governor Evers’ 2025-27 budget that will improve the lives of older adults and family caregivers in Wisconsin, including: Affordable housing incentives and broadband expansion grants; Lowering the