TUE PM Update: Wimberger calls Evers PFAS plan a concession to GOP lawmakers
From WisPolitics … — GOP Sen. Eric Wimberger suggested a budget proposal announced by Gov. Tony Evers to combat PFAS contamination is a concession to Republican lawmakers, but said he still has concerns about language to protect innocent landowners. Wimberger
Rep. Palmeri: Gov. Evers announces comprehensive PFAS plan
MADISON, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers announced additional budget items to address PFAS, as well as a new rulemaking effort to strengthen PFAS standards statewide. Rep. Palmeri (D-Oshkosh) released the following statement: “Today, the Governor announced additional budget items
U.S. Sen. Johnson: PSI Chairman Johnson, House Judiciary Chairman Jordan, and Rep. Loudermilk sent letters to AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and the FBI about the unsolved January 6, 2021 pipe bomb investigation
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), and Representative Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga.) sent letters to AT&T Inc., T-Mobile USA, Inc., Verizon Communications Inc., and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeking
Rae campaign: Jason Rae re-elected as DNC Secretary with overwhelming support
Milwaukee, WI – Jason Rae was elected to a third term as Secretary of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) during the organization’s recent Winter Meeting in National Harbor, Maryland, winning with 338.5 votes to 68.5 votes. Receiving nearly 83% of
Rep. O’Connor: Supports Assembly Republicans’ immigration enforcement plan
MADISON – Representative Jerry L. O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) issued the following statement after Legislative Republicans unveiled their plan to cooperate with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) efforts to protect our communities by deporting dangerous criminals illegally residing in
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Bill to protect taxpayers from student loan bailout schemes
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) has reintroduced the Protecting Taxpayers from Student Loan Bailouts Act. This bill willprevent future Administrations from replicating President Biden’s student loan bailout scheme that could have cost taxpayers—many of whom didn’t attend college or
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Bryan Steil opposes putting money back In Wisconsinites’ pockets
This week, Bryan Steil once again proved he has no interest in delivering for working families by attacking the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), a nonpartisan agency dedicated to protecting everyday Americans and their wallets from predatory companies. The CFPB has returned nearly $32
Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent advocates for career and technical education expansion during visits to Kenosha and Oregon high schools
MADISON — After proposing $60 million in investments to expand student programming through her biennial budget request, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly kicked off Career and Technical Education Month this week during visits with students and staff at Tremper High School in Kenosha and
Sen. Habush Sinykin: Praises Governor Evers’ proactive plan to address PFAS in our water
MADISON, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers announced new comprehensive plans for his upcoming 2025-27 Executive Budget to address toxic PFAS contamination in Wisconsin’s water, a long-standing challenge facing too many of our communities. This action builds upon previous proposals
Sen. Wimberger: Governor’s PFAS announcements
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) released the following statement after Governor Evers announced he would include a series of PFAS remediation initiatives in his upcoming State Budget proposal: “It seems Governor Evers has come around to my position and
Midwest Environmental Advocates: Response to Gov. Evers’ budget proposal to address PFAS contamination
Madison, WI—Today, Governor Tony Evers announced new plans to protect Wisconsin communities from exposure to toxic PFAS pollution. The Governor’s budget proposal responds to the significant threat PFAS contamination poses to the health of Wisconsinites. “PFAS contamination is one of the most
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: ICYMI: Milwaukee county Exec David Crowley celebrates black history month
In 2020, Crowley became the youngest county executive in the history of Milwaukee County and the first Black leader elected to serve in the role MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley is celebrating February as Black History Month. During a video address,
Common Cause Wisconsin: Supports rule on election observers
Common Cause Wisconsin (CC/WI) supports the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) Rule on Election Observers, CR 24-032, which establishes much needed clear rules and standards for election observers. Founded in 1970, CC/WI is the state’s largest non-partisan citizens political reform advocacy
ACLU of Wisconsin: Condemns proposed legislation compelling county sheriffs to collaborate with ICE
MADISON – ACLU of Wisconsin Executive Director Dr. Melinda Brennan issued the following statement today after state lawmakers proposed a bill requiring county sheriffs to do ICE’s bidding: “LRB-0779 aims to remove local sheriffs’ discretion and force them to collaborate
WisDems: ICYMI: Federal funds still frozen for half of Wisconsin head start programs
MADISON, Wis. — Today, new reporting from Wisconsin Public Radio confirmed that federal funding was still frozen for roughly half of Wisconsin’s Head Start programs, jeopardizing access to child care for hundreds of families across the state. In Waukesha, one Head Start