Sec. Godlewski: Announced historic $70 million distribution from Wisconsin’s Common School Fund
Brown Deer, WI – Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, Chair of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL), proudly announced a historic $70 million distribution from the Common School Fund to Wisconsin public schools during a press conference held at
Sen. Jacque: To chair senate committee on natural resources, veterans and military affairs
Northeast Wisconsin Lawmaker announces Committee assignments for 2025-27 session MADISON…1st District State Sen. André Jacque today announced that he will serve as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources, Veterans and Military Affairs when the Legislature reconvenes in January. Sen.
MON AM Update: Evers appoints Hyun DNR secretary; Madison police chief discusses school shooting on ‘UpFront’
From WisPolitics … Subscribers: Today’s AM Update and News Summary will be the final WisPolitics products ahead of the holiday season. Normal products will resume Jan. 2. Thank you for subscribing, and happy holidays. — Gov. Tony Evers announced today
Gov. Evers: Appoints Dr. Karen Hyun to serve as DNR secretary
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he is appointing Dr. Karen Hyun to serve as the secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). “Dr. Hyun’s extensive science background and expertise working in fish and wildlife,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to avert a government shutdown
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov 202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to avoid a government shutdown: “While a government shutdown may not be bad for the billionaires like the ones who were rooting for it, a
FRI REPORT: Proponents emphasize potential cost savings in renewed push for transmission line bill
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Rewind: Your Week in Review for Dec. 20
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss the debate over school safety after Monday’s school shooting in Madison, legislative priorities in 2025, disagreement over funding for university building projects, Wisconsin’s GOP electors certifying President-elect Donald Trump’s win and Attorney General Josh Kaul’s vow to challenge the Trump administration on deportations and other issues.
U.S. Rep. Steil, U.S. Sen. Johnson: Lead effort to get answers on Milwaukee ballot count
Washington, D.C. (December 20, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) today sent a letter to Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson requesting answers regarding how the Central Count was conducted on November 5th in the City of Milwaukee.
U.S. Sen. Johnson, U.S. Rep. Steil: Lead Effort to Get Answers on Milwaukee Ballot Count
Contact: Kiersten PelsPress@ronjohnson.senate.gov WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Congressman Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson requesting answers regarding how the Central Count was conducted on November 5th in the City of Milwaukee. Reports from the
Sen. Wirch: Announces committee assignments
Contact: Senator Bob Wirch(608) 267-8979 Madison – Following the release of the Senate Standing Committees for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session, Senator Bob Wirch (D-Pleasant Prairie) released the following statement: “I’m pleased to have been appointed to three committees for the upcoming legislative
Milwaukee Public Schools: As city property tax bills are issued, MPS again thanks community for its support of 2024 referendum
MEDIA CONTACTMPS Department of CommunicationsStephen Davis, Media Relations ManagerNicole Armendariz, DirectorPhone: 414-475-8650Email: comm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us School District Has Been Able to Maintain Offerings for Students in Academics, Arts, and Wellness (MILWAUKEE) — Thanks to the 2024 referendum approved by voters, Milwaukee Public Schools has been
Milwaukee County leaders: Condemn hateful flyers targeting immigrant communities
Contact: Jenn Byrne, 414-374-1490 MILWAUKEE – District 14 Supervisor Caroline Gómez-Tom, County Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, 1st Vice Chair Steven Shea, 2nd Vice Chair Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, Register of Deeds Israel “Issy” Ramón, County Clerk George Christenson, Treasurer David Cullen, Clerk of
Rep. Kitchens: To chair Education Committee
Contact: Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay)(608) 237-9101 Will Serve on Four Committees with Local Interest (Madison) – Making sure the reforms from the Right-to-Read Act make it to the state’s classrooms will be a top priority for State Representative Joel
Rep. Alex Dallman: Re-appointed to the Joint Committee on Finance
Contact: Rep. Dallman(608) 237-9141 MADISON — State Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement in response to his re-appointment to the Joint Committee on Finance, Wisconsin’s powerful budget writing committee. “It has been an honor to serve as a member
Rep. Rodriguez: Reappointed to Joint Committee on Finance
Contact: Rep. Jessie Rodriguez, (608) 237-9121 MADISON – Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) issued the following statement regarding her appointment to continue serving as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) for the 2025-2026 legislative session: “Serving on the