U.S. Rep. Wied: Statement on voting to release the Epstein files
WASHINGTON — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after he voted to release the Epstein Files. “Today, I was proud to vote in favor of releasing the Epstein files in full. While I had already taken direct action
WisDems: Chair statement on vote to release Epstein client list
MADISON, Wis. — In response to the vote to release the Epstein client list, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “It took far, far too long for the Epstein files to see the light of day, and that’s
U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Statement on vote to release the Epstein files
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which passed the House with bipartisan support. “I have consistently said that, regardless of the issue, the American people deserve full transparency. Only
Senate approves exempting some procedures from definition of abortion
The state Senate today signed off along party lines on legislation that would exempt medical procedures such as removing a dead embryo or fetus or treating an ectopic pregnancy from the definition of abortion in Wisconsin.
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Republicans don’t want an ACA deal. They want to repeal…again.
It’s déjà vu all over again. Over 24 million Americans are facing skyrocketing health insurance costs, but Trump and Republicans in Congress have failed to deliver the solution the American people overwhelmingly support: restoring the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax
Sen. Hutton: Senate approves bill limiting hidden UW course fees
MADISON, Wis. — Legislation by Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) to limit add-on fees for online-only courses at Universities of Wisconsin campuses — Senate Bill 532 — was approved by the Senate on Tuesday. SB 532 would prohibit UW campuses from charging an
Rep. Dittrich: Introduces technical college admissions reform for public safety recruits
Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R-Oconomowoc) introduced legislation Tuesday, November 18th, along with State Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee), to address staffing shortages facing Wisconsin’s police, fire, and EMS departments. LRB-5267 permits technical colleges around the state to reserve admission slots for
Rep. O’Connor: Receives Boys and Girls Club of Wisconsin’s 2025 Wisconsin Champion for Children Award
Fond du Lac, WI—Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement after receiving the Boys and Girls Club of Wisconsin’s 2025 Wisconsin Champion for Children Award, which honors an elected official who demonstrates exceptional leadership and dedication in
Rep. Neylon: Red Tape Reset Bill approved in Assembly GOAT Committee
Madison – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly’s Committee on Government Operations, Accountability, and Transparency (GOAT) voted to recommend passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 274, legislation authored by State Representative Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee). Part of the Republican Party’s Red Tape Reset
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul highlights scam prevention efforts, launches educational resource during Fraud Awareness Week
MADISON, Wis. – As part of International Fraud Awareness Week, Attorney General Josh Kaul is drawing attention to the significant financial harm caused by fraud in Wisconsin and launching a new public education flyer to help the public understand the
Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Promised increase for special education doesn’t materialize for schools, students
This spring and summer grassroots disability advocates across the state worked for months to elevate the importance of raising the low special education reimbursement rate so students with disabilities can be successful and local public school districts have the resources they need.
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Gov. Evers proclaims National Scholarship Month in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), together with the Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB), today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed the month of November as National Scholarship Month in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a nationwide effort to
Wisconsin Grocers Association: Stangler to support grocers as member engagement coordinator
Madison, WI — You might spot her in the dairy aisle searching for Wisconsin cheese or in the snack section looking for traditional and new dip flavors. Now, you’ll officially find Michelle Stangler working as Member Engagement Coordinator with the Wisconsin
Hulsey campaign: Carpenter Brett Hulsey unveils zero homeless by 2030 plan at human side of homelessness conference today
Madison, WI–Former and current homeless people joined carpenter Brett Hulsey at the Human Side of Homeless Conference at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison today to unveil the Zero Homeless by 2030 Plan. Brett has been homeless himself and has worked to
Defend the Vote: Endorses Rebecca Cooke for House
Defend The Vote today endorsed Rebecca Cooke for the House of Representatives. Cooke is ready to take on the cost of corruption in Washington so we can bring down prices and make life more affordable. “Wisconsin families are fed up