Rep. Sheehan: Introduces special education funding bill to keep budget promise
MADISON, Wis – Representative Joe Sheehan (D-Sheboygan) along with his Democratic colleagues on the education committee introduced LRB-5599, a bill that would ensure a sum-sufficient special education reimbursement rate of 42% in the 2025-26 school year and 45% for 2026-2027. Recently, the Department
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Chairs Joint Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on Obamacare subsidy fraud
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a joint hearing with the Subcommittee on Oversight titled, “Fighting Obamacare Subsidy Fraud: Is the
Rep. Duchow: I-94 corridor study approved by Transportation Projects Commission
Madison, WI – Today, the Transportation Projects Commission (TPC) approved a study of the I-94 corridor that includes the section between HWY SS and the Jefferson County line. The proposed study received unanimous support from Commission members, which includes legislators
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement on FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – — Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) announced major victories secured in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act following today’s House passage. “This bill puts our warfighters first. The FY26 NDAA strengthens America’s ability to fight, adapt, and win. It reinforces
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Rejects FY26 defense bill as costs continue to skyrocket
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), co-chair and co-founder of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, released the following statement after voting against final passage of the $890.6 billion FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill’s topline does not reflect
Rep. Dallman: Three bills by Representative Dallman signed into law
Legislation enacted into law includes designating a bridge over STH 82 on I-39, making changes to town government operations, and exempts MiLB players from wage and hour laws Madison, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement after Governor
Dept. of Natural Resources: Last-minute gift for the parkgoer on your list
We’ve got the perfect last-minute stocking stuffer for the parkgoers on your list. Bring the Wisconsin State Park System home and relive your favorite outdoor memories with this special 125th anniversary ornament. Now available online for $12 while supplies last.
Protect Our Care: As Trump-GOP health care crisis continues, Gov. Tony Evers joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to discuss ACA open enrollment
December 15th is the Final Day to Enroll for ACA Coverage Starting January 1st Watch the full-event here WISCONSIN – Today, Wednesday, December 10th, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers joined Protect Our Care and residents from across Wisconsin to discuss the
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Urges Trump to follow through on pledge and enforce strong buy America standards
Baldwin championed strong Buy America standards in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, but many agencies are not fully enforcing and prioritizing American workers WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) urged the Trump administration to follow through on President Donald Trump’s
Family Friendly Wisconsin: Celebrates reintroduction of paid family & medical leave in state Legislature
MADISON, Wis. – Family Friendly Wisconsin released the following statement following the reintroduction of paid leave legislation by Sen. LaTonya Johnson and Reps. Francesca Hong and Kalan Haywood on Tuesday. Brita Olsen, Family Friendly Wisconsin State Director: “At some point
Rep. Vining: Introduces Save Our Schools legislation
MADISON–Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa), Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison), Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison), and Senator Chris Larson (D-Milwaukee) held a press conference to introduce Save Our Schools: a K-12 education bill that raises the special education reimbursement rate to 90%, indexes
Sen. James: Moves Wisconsin seven steps forward
Madison, WI – This week, State Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) celebrated the signing of seven bills he authored into law. These bills improve Wisconsinites’ access to mental health care, strengthen the safety of our communities and our kids, protect stranded motorists,
Jim Troupis: Wisconsin court accused of conspiracy to convict Trump attorney in contingent elector case
In an explosive ruling Tuesday, a Wisconsin Judge refused to even consider a hearing on his own alleged misconduct and that of other court staff. Citing expert analysis and other evidence, attorneys for Jim Troupis, President Trump’s 2020 Wisconsin recount
Rep. Palmeri: Co-authors legislation to backfill special education reimbursement rates
MADISON, WI –On Monday, legislative democrats introduced legislation that would ensure school district’s special education costs are reimbursed to the percentages estimated during the 2025-27 state budget, 42% and 45%. Rep. Lori Palmeri released the following statement: “When the state
Capitol Chats: Roys says Wisconsin deserves a governor who will stand up to Trump
In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, state Sen. Kelda Roys, D-Madison, talks about why she’s running for governor. Roys says the state deserves a leader who will ”stand up for what’s best for Wisconsinites, not what Trump and his Washington cronies want.”