Rep. Allen: National Sanctity of Human Life Day

Madison, WI – Today marks the 36th annual “National Sanctity of Human Life Day,” which was first enacted by the proclamation of President Ronald Reagan in 1988. Rep Allen released the following statement: “Today is a day where we celebrate life and advocate for this most cherished right of every human being. Without the right to life, no other right can be pursued. Life is a God-given right of… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password

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U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Invests $710,877 in clean energy to strengthen Wisconsin farms and businesses

STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Jan. 22, 2024 – Julie Lassa, Wisconsin State Director for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development, announced today that USDA will be investing $710,877 in renewable energy projects across the state. The projects will include the installation of energy-efficient grain dryers, solar arrays, and irrigation pumps. Out of the seven projects announce… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher, Krishnamoorthi urge Secretary Mayorkas to strengthen enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, urging Secretary Mayorkas to take immediate action to strengthen enforcement o… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Delivers over $1 billion to replace the Blatnik Bridge

WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that Wisconsin and Minnesota will receive more than $1.05 billion in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to replace the Blatnik Bridge. In addition to voting for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Senator Baldwin has been pushing the Biden Administration for nearly two years to fund the project to replace the over 60-year-old B… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Sen. Hesselbein, Rep. Neubauer: Respond to Republican proposal making abortion less accessible

MADISON, Wis – Today, the State Assembly will hold a public hearing on Assembly Bill 975 (AB 975), which would significantly roll back abortion access if approved. Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) and Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement: “Today marks the 51st Anniversary of the monumental Supreme Court rul… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Agard Campaign: Dane County Executive Joe Parisi endorses Melissa Agard to be the next County Executive

MADISON – Today, Dane County Executive Joe Parisi made a special announcement endorsing Senator Melissa Agard to be his successor as the next Dane County Executive. “I’ve known Melissa for a number of years and she has always been a tireless and effective leader for our community,” said Dane County Executive Joe Parisi. “Melissa has the background needed for this position, she gets what it tak… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Marks 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade; leading fight to restore reproductive rights

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is marking the 51st anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, which for almost half a century gave women the constitutional right to comprehensive reproductive freedom. Since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and nearly 50 years of precedent, Senator Baldwin has been a leading voice for restoring repr… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Scott Craig to the Racine County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Scott Craig to the Racine County Circuit Court – Branch 4. The appointment fills the vacancy created by Judge Mark F. Nielsen’s resignation, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Craig will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “Scott Craig will be an excellent judge for the people of Racine County,” said Gov. Evers. “His background… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Vice President Harris marks 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade with Wisconsinites as GOP legislators hold public hearing on barbaric anti-abortion bill

MADISON, Wis. — Today, on the 51st anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, Vice President Kamala Harris is commemorating the landmark date with Wisconsinites at a Waukesha kick off to her nationwide Reproductive Freedoms Tour, a Biden-Harris initiative to fight back against attacks on abortion access. Meanwhile, GOP state legislators will simultaneously hold action today on a&nbsp… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Sen. Johnson: Releases statement on Wisconsin Republicans’ 14-week abortion bill

WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement on Wisconsin Republicans’ introduction of Assembly Bill 975 which would protect the life of an unborn child after 14 weeks. “The bill co-authored by Senator Mary Felzkowski and Representative Amanda Nedweski, while different from the referendum I suggested, fully aligns wi… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Rep. Subeck: 51 years after Roe vs. Wade, reproductive freedom in jeopardy in Wisconsin

MADISON – Today marks what should be a celebration of the 51st anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Roe vs Wade. Wisconsinites are left to fight for their reproductive freedom in response to a Republican proposal to ban abortions after 13 weeks of pregnancy. Representative Lisa Subeck released the following statement: “Republicans will stop at nothing in th… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Committee to Protect Health Care: On 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, physicians in GA, MI, TX, WI share how national abortion ban would impact medicine, harm women’s health

VIRTUAL – Today, to commemorate the 51st anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Roe v. Wade, physicians from across the country gathered virtually to share how a national abortion ban, possible now in the wake of the reversal of Roe, would impede the practice of medicine and harm women’s health. Doctors in Georgia, Michigan, Texas, and Wisconsin discussed how … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Rep. Gustafson: Assembly approves Gustafson-authored universal licensing recognition bill

This morning, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed Assembly Bill 332, authored by  Representative Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing).  “No one should have to leave their profession due to licensure simply because they choose to make  Wisconsin home,” stated Rep. Gustafson. “I urge the Senate to follow suit and pass this bill  promptly.”  Assembly Bill 332: This bill exp… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Rep. Nedweski: Parents Bill of Rights passes in State Assembly

Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed AB 510 – The Parents Bill of Rights. This legislation prohibits the state from infringing on the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, health care, and mental health of their children. Sixteen specific rights of parents are enumerated in this bill, clarifying the requirements of school boards and school districts in upholding… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Rep. Steffen: Bill prohibiting student strip searches heads to Governor

Madison, WI – This week, Assembly Bill 108, which prohibits strip searches of students conducted by school personnel, was passed by the State Assembly. State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) and State Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) introduced the legislation in response to an incident at the Suring School District involving six teenage girls being ordered to strip down to their under… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Rep. Allen: National Sanctity of Human Life Day

Madison, WI – Today marks the 36th annual “National Sanctity of Human Life Day,” which was first enacted by the proclamation of President Ronald Reagan in 1988. Rep Allen released the following statement: “Today is a day where we celebrate life and advocate for this most cherished right of every

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U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Invests $710,877 in clean energy to strengthen Wisconsin farms and businesses

STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Jan. 22, 2024 – Julie Lassa, Wisconsin State Director for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development, announced today that USDA will be investing $710,877 in renewable energy projects across the state. The projects will include the installation of energy-efficient grain dryers, solar arrays, and irrigation pumps. Out of the

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The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher, Krishnamoorthi urge Secretary Mayorkas to strengthen enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, urging Secretary Mayorkas to take

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Delivers over $1 billion to replace the Blatnik Bridge

WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that Wisconsin and Minnesota will receive more than $1.05 billion in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to replace the Blatnik Bridge. In addition to voting for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Senator Baldwin has been pushing the Biden Administration for nearly two years to

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Sen. Hesselbein, Rep. Neubauer: Respond to Republican proposal making abortion less accessible

MADISON, Wis – Today, the State Assembly will hold a public hearing on Assembly Bill 975 (AB 975), which would significantly roll back abortion access if approved. Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) and Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement: “Today marks the 51st Anniversary of the monumental Supreme

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Marks 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade; leading fight to restore reproductive rights

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is marking the 51st anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, which for almost half a century gave women the constitutional right to comprehensive reproductive freedom. Since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade and nearly 50 years of precedent, Senator Baldwin has been a leading voice for restoring

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Scott Craig to the Racine County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Scott Craig to the Racine County Circuit Court – Branch 4. The appointment fills the vacancy created by Judge Mark F. Nielsen’s resignation, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Craig will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “Scott Craig will be an excellent judge

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Vice President Harris marks 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade with Wisconsinites as GOP legislators hold public hearing on barbaric anti-abortion bill

MADISON, Wis. — Today, on the 51st anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, Vice President Kamala Harris is commemorating the landmark date with Wisconsinites at a Waukesha kick off to her nationwide Reproductive Freedoms Tour, a Biden-Harris initiative to fight back against attacks on abortion access. Meanwhile, GOP state legislators will simultaneously

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Sen. Johnson: Releases statement on Wisconsin Republicans’ 14-week abortion bill

WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement on Wisconsin Republicans’ introduction of Assembly Bill 975 which would protect the life of an unborn child after 14 weeks. “The bill co-authored by Senator Mary Felzkowski and Representative Amanda Nedweski, while different from the referendum I suggested, fully aligns wi… Please log in

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Committee to Protect Health Care: On 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, physicians in GA, MI, TX, WI share how national abortion ban would impact medicine, harm women’s health

VIRTUAL – Today, to commemorate the 51st anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Roe v. Wade, physicians from across the country gathered virtually to share how a national abortion ban, possible now in the wake of the reversal of Roe, would impede the practice of medicine and harm women’s health.

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Rep. Nedweski: Parents Bill of Rights passes in State Assembly

Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed AB 510 – The Parents Bill of Rights. This legislation prohibits the state from infringing on the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, health care, and mental health of their children. Sixteen specific rights of parents are enumerated in this bill,

Read More »

Rep. Steffen: Bill prohibiting student strip searches heads to Governor

Madison, WI – This week, Assembly Bill 108, which prohibits strip searches of students conducted by school personnel, was passed by the State Assembly. State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) and State Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) introduced the legislation in response to an incident at the Suring School District involving

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