Joint Finance co-chairs on ‘UpFront’ shrug off looming cuts from federal government
The Republican co-chairs of the Joint Finance Committee said the GOP budget will aim to reduce the size of government as the pair brushed off concerns about the impact of looming cuts from the federal government.
MON AM Update: Joint Finance co-chairs on ‘UpFront’ shrug off looming cuts from federal government
From WisPolitics … — The Republican co-chairs of the Joint Finance Committee said the GOP budget will aim to reduce the size of government as the pair brushed off concerns about the impact of looming cuts from the federal government.
Milwaukee Press Club: Announces winners in excellence in Wisconsin journalism contest
MILWAUKEE, WI— The Milwaukee Press Club 2024 Excellence in Wisconsin Journalism competition winners were announced at Friday’s Gridiron Awards at The Pfister Hotel. “We had another strong contest year in terms of the number of entries,” said Maryann Lazarski, club president. “We’re pleased
Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee: Wisconsin Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer elected to serve on the DLCC Board of Directors, helping shape state strategy for the Democratic Party
As chaos reigns in Washington, the DLCC is bringing expertise from across the country to strategize and build Democrats’ foundation of power in the states WASHINGTON—Today, the DLCC announced the addition of seven new members to our Board of Directors,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Extreme fire danger Monday, May 12, 2025
Red flag warning issued for 21 northern Wisconsin counties MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Monday, May 12, 2025 from noon to
National Federation of Independent Business: Small business group announces Luke Bacher as new director
May 12, 2025 (Madison) – The nation’s leading small-business association, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), today announced Luke Bacher as their new State Director in Wisconsin. Bacher will be responsible for all aspects of the organization’s state advocacy, operations, political
The Brown County Taxpayers Association: Supports the efforts to close the Green Bay Correctional Institution because the facility is outdated, dangerous, and a financial drain on our community.
Older than Alcatraz, GBCI has been discussed by many during this session’s budget discussions. Gov. Evers included its closure in his budget proposal. Speaker Robin Vos said the time to replace the facility is now. And, local leaders like Jim Rafter (President,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Extreme fire danger Sunday, May 11, 2025
Red flag warning issued for 19 northern Wisconsin counties MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Sunday, May 11, 2025 from 11 a.m.
UW-Madison: Sports stars. Happy tears. And so much joy.
It made perfect sense Saturday that Jason Gay, one of the most celebrated sports columnists in the country, would be a little starstruck in the presence of one of the winningest women’s hockey teams in NCAA history. Gay, the keynote
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Co-Leads legislation to protect Wisconsinites and the most vulnerable from Obamacare’s Medicaid discrimination
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) co-introduced the Ending Medicaid Discrimination Against the Most Vulnerable Act, to allow Medicaid to work best for those who need it most by: “For too long, taxpayers in Wisconsin and other states that made a
Rep. Allen: Investing in the Wisconsin grant program
Madison, WI – Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) has put forward a budget motion that would increase funding for the Wisconsin grant program for students attending private colleges and universities in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Grant is an already existing program that
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative: Encouraged by initial talks in UK trade deal
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country based on milk volume, is encouraged by recent announcements concerning a new trade deal with the United Kingdom. “Edge appreciates the efforts of
Main Street Alliance: Demands child care investments be restored in state budget
MADISON— Yesterday, Senator Howard Marklein, Rep. Mark Born, and Joint Finance Committee Republicans struck child care funding from the state budget, putting thousands of child care centers at risk of closure. Wisconsin risks losing 87,000 child care slots for working
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Puts focus on affordable housing
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is recognizing Affordable Housing Week (May 12-16) by travelling the state to host collaborative conversations on ways the department’s work regarding building codes could potentially lead to an increase in
Opportunity Wisconsin: ICYMI: Rep. Van Orden tried to have it both ways on SNAP and Medicaid cuts he voted to advance
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Congressman Derrick Van Orden is trying to have it both ways and hide the fact that the Republican budget blueprint he voted to advance will force harmful cuts to SNAP, Medicaid, and more.