Crawford campaign: Statement on pro-life Wisconsin endorsing Brad Schimel
MADISON, Wis. — Pro-Life Wisconsin, the group opposed to 100% of abortions with no exceptions for rape or incest, has rolled out their endorsement of far-right candidate Brad Schimel and told supporters that the “easiest road” to enacting a total
Gov. Evers: Releases statement regarding Trump Administration’s continued efforts to withhold Wisconsin’s federal funds
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding the Trump Administration’s continued efforts aimed at withholding Wisconsin’s federal funds based on a new controversial policy aimed at unilaterally forcing all federal agencies to stop nearly all federal aid. The policy, which the … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com
Joint Committee on Finance: Revenue estimates show growth, require sound budgeting
MADISON, WI – Today, the Legislative Fiscal Bureau (LFB) released new revenue estimates. The numbers reflect growth despite economic uncertainty. In response to the updated estimates, Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) Co-Chairs Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Representative Mark Born
Weekly GOP radio address: Extending care for postpartum mothers
Hi, State Senator Jesse James here to talk about critical legislation I introduced earlier this week to extends Medicaid coverage for postpartum mothers. Did you know that Wisconsin is one of only two states that limits postpartum Medicaid coverage for
LFB ups surplus projection to $4.3 billion, anticipates more tax collections in ‘25-’27 than Evers predicted
The Legislative Fiscal Bureau today projected the state will now finish the 2023-25 budget with a $4.3 billion surplus, while upping expectations for how much Wisconsin will collect in tax revenue over the next two years.
Rep. Moore Omokunde: “We seek to prevent the misuse of power by those who would prey on our community”
MADISON—Today, Assembly and Senate Democrats, led by Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez and Sen. Tim Carpenter, introduced legislation to empower Wisconsin’s schools, places of worship, and other locations in light of recent immigration actions taken by ICE and the federal government. State
AFP-WI: Applauds Duffy’s first action as Secretary of Transportation
Madison, WI – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) applauded Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy for directing the Department to begin review of the Biden administration’s fuel economy standards in his first action as Secretary. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak released the
City Forward Collective: Colleston Morgan, Executive Director, issues statement on NAEP results
MILWAUKEE – The newly released National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) scores highlight a crisis in student achievement that cannot be ignored. The data reveal stagnant statewide outcomes and a severe crisis for Milwaukee’s students, reinforcing the urgent need for
U.S. Rep. Wied: Congratulates Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy
WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) sent a letter today to newly confirmed Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy congratulating him on his appointment. “I would like to be one of the first to congratulate you on your confirmation as
Dept. of Workforce Development: December local employment and unemployment data released
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for December 2024. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for
Sen. Spreitzer: Wisconsin Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus kicks off 2025-2026 session with record membership
MADISON, Wis. — Earlier this month, the Wisconsin Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus convened for the first time in the 107th Wisconsin Legislature with more than double the membership of previous legislative sessions. Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) and Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau
Dept. of Justice: Attorney General Kaul joins multistate coalition to defend Lead and Copper Rule improvements
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul joined a multistate coalition to intervene to defend the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). The LCRI, which went into effect on December 30, replaced the
Jim Rafter: Lawmakers must close unsafe Green Bay prison. There is no excuse for conditions.
It has been operating for more than 125 years and its age and disrepair are evident. As such an old facility, it is extremely inefficient to run. Additionally, the institution has become unsafe in a host of ways, not only for the inmates, but their visitors, guards and facility workers.
Emily Mills: Turn off the spigot
It’s high time to shut down Enbridge’s oil pipelines in Wisconsin.
Bill Barth: Have a real talk on school violence
Evers proposals deserve discussion and compromise.