Rep. Hysell: Responds to Judiciary Committee removing Assembly Bill 88 from executive hearing agenda
MADISON-After a contentious May 7th hearing, the Assembly Committee on Judiciary dropped Assembly Bill 88 from consideration, removing it from the Executive Hearing agenda. Assembly Bill 88 would create a new criminal and civil penalty for “rioting,” but was widely
Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin: Congratulates Representative Patrick Snyder on receiving National Children’s Alliance Champions of Children state advocacy award
[Madison, WI] — Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin proudly congratulates Representative Patrick Snyder (R–Schofield) for receiving the Champions for Children State Advocacy Award by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). This national honorrecognizes state policymakers who demonstrate exceptional leadership in strengthening
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Statement on destructive reconciliation bill moving in the U.S. House of Representatives
MADISON – Ahead of a planned 1 a.m. ET Wednesday committee vote to move the Republican-led massive reconciliation bill to the House floor, Wisconsin Conservation Voters released the following statement from Federal Government Affairs Manager Casey Hicks: “This extreme and
DCCC: Derrick Van Orden facing “a lot of backlash” after asking Veterans Affairs secretary to “cut the VA”
After Raw Story reporting revealed that Derrick Van Orden “called for the Trump administration to implement cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs,” Van Orden is “receiving a lot of backlash” for his dangerous agenda that threatens Wisconsin veterans’ access
Reps. Piwowarczyk, Knodl: Waukesha and Washington County Assembly Republicans submit budget amendment to add assistant district attorney positions
Waukesha & Washington Counties – State Representatives Jim Piwowarczyk and Dan Knodl, along with other area representatives, submitted budget amendments to provide critical prosecutorial support by adding 10 Assistant District Attorney (ADA) positions in Waukesha County and 2.6 ADA positions
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Hits RFK, Jr. on devastating cuts to clinical trials, cancer and Alzheimer’s research at Senate hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) questioned Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. at a Senate hearing on why his agency has dramatically stopped research for lifesaving cures and clinical trials for cancer, Alzheimer’s
Wisconsin Technology Council: ‘WisBiz: The Show’ features Kevin Boggs of Medical College of Wisconsin; previews upcoming events
MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” features Kevin Boggs, director of the Office of Technology Development at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He discusses how campus innovation can lead to better diagnostics and therapies to help people. The
Waukesha County Assembly Republicans: Submit budget amendment to add assistant district attorney positions
Waukesha County – Today, State Representatives Adam Neylon, Scott Allen, Barbara Dittrich, Cindi Duchow, Dan Knodl, Dave Maxey, Jim Piwowarczyk and Chuck Wichgers submitted a budget amendment to add 10 positions to the Waukesha County District Attorney’s Office. The proposal
State Affairs-Wisconsin feature: Ag groups call for bolstering efforts to prevent wolves from killing livestock
Gov. Tony Evers has proposed investing $3.7 million in the state budget to provide farmers with fencing to prevent wolves from killing or injuring livestock, but ag groups say more could be done to address the issue.
Garcia campaign: Response to Ben Wikler’s recent endorsement in the DPW chair race
Contact: William Garciawww.williamgarcia.uswilliam@williamgarcia.us608-667-6760 I remain committed to my vision of building and growing DPW by emphasizing strong county parties and empowering grassroots organizers across the state. This path is the best way to ensure victory in 2026. Fundraising is vital but
Wisconsin Dairy Products Association: Congratulates Sarah Hagenow, 78th Alice in Dairyland
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA) proudlycongratulates Sarah Hagenow of Poynette on being named Wisconsin’s 78th Alice inDairyland. “Alice in Dairyland plays a vital role in telling the story of Wisconsin agriculture, anddairy is at the heart
Rep. Stubbs: Joins WAVE Educational Fund for Day of Action at the State Capitol
MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs joined WAVE Educational Fund, stakeholders, and constituents at their Day of Action at the State Capitol. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today I joined WAVE Educational Fund, community partners, and
Remiker campaign: Ben Wikler endorses Devin Remiker for WisDems Chair
WIKLER: “Devin’s been a secret weapon at WisDems for years, working closely with me at every step. As chair, he’ll take the party to new heights.“ REEDSBURG, Wis. – Current WisDems Chair Ben Wikler has endorsed Devin Remiker to lead
Dept. of Public Instruction: New Berlin West Middle/High School Spanish teacher named DPI’s 2024-25 Global Educator of the Year
Jessica Santiago recognized for deep and lasting impact on global education NEW BERLIN — Jessica Santiago, a Spanish teacher at New Berlin West Middle/High School, has been named the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s 2024-25 Global Educator of the Year.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Monitoring manure spill near village of Norwalk, Monroe County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recent manure spill in Monroe County. Spill response began over the weekend and DNR staff continue to monitor the situation. The DNR was first notified of the