U.S. Rep. Wied: Introduces BARNS Act to protect farmers in the event of a future government shutdown
WASHINGTON — On day 41 of the government shutdown, Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) introduced legislation to ensure that the Farm Services Agency (FSA) is considered essential and remains open regardless of a lapse in federal funding. “The Farm Service Agency
Sen. Jacque: Wisconsin veteran ID legislation advances
Jacque bill eliminates confusion in existing law for veterans MADISON, WI… Bi-partisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) unanimously passed the Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government today on a vote of 5 to 0. All 50
Wisconsin Grocers Association: Ensure continued access for FoodShare families
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA) recognizes that the unprecedented chaos in the administering of the FoodShare program is causing a lot of concern and misinformation. Some of the information, while well-intentioned, may need further explanation. On behalf of
Berman campaign: Statement on Senate funding bill: “Hell no.”
Any bill that doesn’t make healthcare affordable is wrong for Wisconsin. RAYMOND, Wis. – Mitchell Berman, Democratic candidate for Congress in WI-01 issued the following statement about the U.S. Senate “compromise” bill: “Hell no. I would not vote for this bill.
WisDems: Congressional Wisconsin Republicans will raise health care costs for working Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. — With health care premiums set to more than double for working families, Derrick Van Orden has dismissed continued funding as “partisan demands” while Tom Tiffany directed Republican colleagues to “hold firm” in their position that will raise health care costs
Rep. Clancy: Announces bills addressing inhumane practices in Wisconsin prisons and jails
“Conditions of Confinement” Package Would Require Prison and Jail Access, Free Communications, Hot Showers, Access to Sunlight and Outdoors, Among Other Protections MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, gathering at Clas Plaza in front of the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Rep. Ryan Clancy
Sen. Keyeski: Recognized with Emerging Leaders award
State Government Affair Council Honors Five Lawmakers in Inaugural Year of Award Wisconsin State Senator Sarah Keyeski (D-Lodi) has been recognized as an Emerging Leader by the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC), a non-partisan national organization for governmental affairs professionals
GrassRoots Organizing Western Wisconsin: Residents demand congressional action as SNAP crisis goes on
Administration Moves to Claw Back Food Assistance; GROWW Members Demand Representative Van Orden Defend Wisconsin Families Eau Claire, Wis. — On Saturday, more than fifty western Wisconsin residents gathered outside Congressman Derrick Van Orden’s Eau Claire office to demand that
Rep. Madison: Releases new “Conditions of Confinement” bill package to address inhumane conditions in Wisconsin’s prisons
Updated Bill Package Includes New Minimum Wage, Free Communications, Access to Outdoors, Sunlight, Hot Showers, Among Other Protections MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, on the steps of the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Rep. Darrin Madison (D-10) released an updated and improved Conditions
WisDems: Chair statement on renegade Democrats folding on health care, forcing people to choose between bankruptcy and getting healthy
MADISON, Wis. — In response to a handful of Democratic senators joining with Republicans to end the MAGA government shutdown, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Democrats were fighting to ensure 275,000 Wisconsinites could receive health care and
314 Action: Candidates and senators slam shutdown “deal,” promise to continue fight over health care costs
(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) — As millions of Americans received notifications from the ACA Marketplace as their health insurance premiums double or even triple, the U.S. Senate voted to begin the process of reopening the government—without the extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, Dept. of Health Services: Urge Wisconsin retailers to continue to accept FoodShare
Businesses should not refuse service, DATCP is prepared to enforce against price gouging MADISON, Wis. – Retailers and grocery stores play an important role in ensuring FoodShare members can access healthy, nutritious food to feed their families. Today, the Wisconsin Department
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Issues statement as U.S. Supreme Court rejects case that attempted to overturn same-sex marriage decision
“I am deeply heartened by the Supreme Court’s decision, because just like in Green Bay, love is still winning. Our city continues to show that we take care of one another regardless of who you love, what language you speak, how
Law Forward: President’s pardons encourage those working to undermine elections, do not affect ongoing state prosecutions, including in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – In response to today’s revelation of the fraudulent-elector pardons, Jeff Mandell, President and General Counsel of Law Forward, observed: “Many are dismissing these pardons as merely symbolic. That misses the point. While the pardon has little immediate effect,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment on Draft 2026 Program Guidance for Federal Recreational Trail Program
Public Comment Period Open Through Dec. 1 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the Draft Program Guidance for the Federal Recreational Trail Program (RTP) Grant Program. The RTP Grant Program guidance will no