Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: State budget supportive for Wisconsin agriculture
MADISON – Early this morning, the Wisconsin Legislature passed the 2025-27 state biennial budget, which was subsequently signed by Gov. Tony Evers into law. The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation appreciates and applauds the efforts of legislative leaders and Gov. Evers
Rep. Kirsch: Wisconsin deserves a budget that truly serves its people
GREENFIELD, WI – State Representative Karen Kirsch (D-7th Assembly District) issues the following statement after voting no on Act 50 – the 2025-2027 Wisconsin State Budget. “I want to thank Governor Evers and my Democratic colleagues in the Senate for their
Institute for Reforming Government: Court watch: Karofsky Court leans into partisan rhetoric in abortion decision
Court uses rarely used doctrine to achieve preferred policy outcome Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released the following statement following the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling in Josh Kaul v. Joel Urmanski. The majority’s decision utilized implied
Rep. Murphy: Applauds state budget for tax relief and UW reforms
MADISON, WI – State Representative Dave Murphy (R-Greenville) issued the following statement on the passage of the 2025-2027 Wisconsin state budget: “This week, legislative leaders and the Governor finalized a forward-thinking 2025-2027 state budget that delivers substantial tax relief and critical
Milwaukee County Exec. David Crowley: Statement on the 2025-27 biennial budget
MILWAUKEE – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed into law the 2025-27 Biennial Budget that was passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature. The biennial budget includes several priorities that Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley advocated for. That budget includes more than $38
Sen. Carpenter: Statement on passage of the state budget
“Last night the State Legislature passed a state budget that does not address the fundamental needs of our state. Many issues remain unsolved, that we could have fixed through the budget process. During the public hearings, we heard directly from
Gregory Humphrey: Americans summoned to think about future of country on July 4th
The Fourth of July is not just a ritual of fireworks and flag-waving and brats on the grill. It’s a call to remembrance. And shared responsibility. Those revolutionaries in 1776 didn’t just declare independence. They declared allegiance to a set of ideals that we must reaffirm this year. Liberty. Equality. Justice.
Erik Huschitt: Ethanol is saving Americans billions
As Americans prepare to celebrate our nation’s independence this Fourth of July, a new report offers a timely reminder: American-made ethanol is helping us move toward greater energy independence while saving consumers billions of dollars at the pump.
Rep. O’Connor: 2025-27 biennial state budget passes the Assembly & signed into law
Madison, WI— Early this morning at 1am,Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) and his colleagues in the Assembly passed the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget. It was then signed by Governor Tony Evers shortly after. Representative Jerry O’Connor released the following statement:
Ruth Conniff: Wisconsin is clawing back civil society
Republicans in Washington are threatening those gains.
William Osmulski: The Art of the Deal by Tony Evers
Gov. Evers proves himself to be a master negotiator, forcing Republicans to give ground on every issue, leaving Wisconsin conservatives empty handed.
Dan Knodl: Wisconsin’s high court says: Who needs laws when you’ve got bureaucrats?
In a 5-2 decision, the Court sided with the Department of Natural Resources in a case involving PFAS contamination—a case that fundamentally shifts how state agencies can wield power over our citizens and economy.
Tom Still: Like it or not, AI’s effects on economy and more are here
Healthy skepticism is in order when it comes to AI, but those who ignore its reality do so at their own risk.
Wisconsin Towns Association: Applauds action on the state budget
The Wisconsin Towns Association applauds the Legislature, the Joint Committee on Finance, and Governor Evers for their leadership passing and signing Act 15, a state budget that delivers robust support for local governments and rural Wisconsin. Act 15 demonstrates a
Rep. Krug: State budget passes legislature and signed by governor
(Madison) – After the state budget passed the Assembly by a vote of 59-39, Rep. Krug issued the following statement: “I’m proud of what we were able to get done for the state of Wisconsin last night. In a divided