Sen. Marklein: Applauds JFC appointments
MADISON – Sen. Howard Marklein released a statement following the announcement that Sen. Julian Bradley, Sen. Romaine Quinn, and Sen. Rob Stafsholt have been appointed to serve on the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC): “Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu’s appointments of
UW–Eau Claire: Dr. Rae Langes is Poorman Award recipient
Dr. Rae Langes, an assistant professor in the department of race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality studies at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, is among the recipients of the 2024 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+
Senator Bradley: Earns seat on Joint Finance Committee
Contact:State Senator Julian Bradley Sen.Bradley@legis.wisconsin.gov(608) 266-5400 Bradley Looks Forward to New Role on Committee Responsible for Budget (Madison) Senator Julian Bradley (R-New Berlin) will take on a new role in the upcoming legislative session as a member of the Joint Finance Committee.
WED PM Update: Senate GOP, Dem Finance Committee teams in place
From WisPolitics … — Senate leaders today filled out half of the Joint Finance Committee lineup for the 2025-26 session as Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu appointed fellow Republicans Julian Bradley, Romaine Quinn and Rob Stafsholt to the body. Meanwhile, Minority
Sen. Roys: Reappointed to Joint Committee on Finance
MADISON — State Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison) was reappointed to the Joint Committee on Finance by Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein on Tuesday. The 16-member committee is comprised of 12 Republicans and 4 Democrats – and 8 each of Senators and
Sen. Quinn: Appointed to Joint Committee on Finance
Madison, Wis. – Senator Romaine Robert Quinn will serve on the Wisconsin State Legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) in the upcoming session that begins in January. The committee is charged with the review of all state appropriations and revenues,
Universities of Wisconsin: Honor Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award recipients for 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin have announced the 12 recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award, an annual honor given to faculty, staff, students, or community members to recognize their achievements in advancing equity and inclusion
Sen. Wimberger: To serve on State Budget Committee
MADISON, WI — Wisconsin State Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) was re-appointed to serve on the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance for the 2025-26 Legislative Session. “I am honored to have been appointed to the Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee for a
Universities of Wisconsin: Honor achievements of LGBTQ+ advocates and their allies through 2024 awards
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin have announced the 13 honorees of the 2024 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People, an annual honor given to LGBTQ+ people or their allies who have helped to create
Sen. Testin: Named vice-chair of Joint Finance Committee
MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) is proud that he has been named the Senate vice-chair of the powerful Joint Finance Committee. The Joint Finance Committee is responsible for determining all state appropriations and expenditures, including the biennial
USDA: Announces over $375,000 in grants for new projects to increase economic opportunities in Wisconsin through Rural Partners Network
STEVENS POINT, Wis., Dec. 4, 2024 — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today announced that the Department is investing over $375,000 in grants for new projects to increase economic opportunities within the Rural Partners Network (RPN) community
Dept. of Workforce Development: Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council hosting public hearing December 10
MADISON – The Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC), whose most recent proposed enhancements to Wisconsin’s worker’s compensation program were signed into law in March 2024, is seeking public comments on its next slate of recommended legislative changes. The Council will
Capitol Chats: Wied says Americans ‘want the policies of President Trump,’ calls Hunter Biden pardon ‘despicable’
In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, freshman U.S. Rep. Tony Wied says Americans want the policies President-elect Donald Trump has proposed. The De Pere Republican also says he wants to develop a good relationship with Democrats, and condemns President Biden decision to pardon his son Hunter.
Gov. Evers: To host Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers invites Wisconsinites to attend the annual Capitol Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, which will take place at noon on Thurs., Dec. 5, 2024, at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The Capitol Tree is displayed in the rotunda of the
Wisconsin Dem lining up behind Wikler to lead DNC
Wisconsin Dems are lining up behind Ben Wikler as the state chair seeks to lead the national committee.