Today, on the one year anniversary of the Respect for Marriage Act championed by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Wisconsin’s Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus introduced a package of bills that would enshrine marriage equality into state law and safeguard the progress we
MADISON — Today, the United States Supreme Court announced it would hear the challenge to abortion pill access (mifepristone). In response, Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison), an abortion rights expert, issued the following statement: “Abortion access is in jeopardy nationwide, both from
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Badger Corrugating Company (Badger) has joined the state’s Green Tier program as a Tier 1 participant. Badger’s Tier 1 status affirms its commitment to sustainability and desire to develop plans
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in pushing the Biden Administration to take action to stop an unsustainable increase in Mexican steel imports. In a letter to National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan,
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced today that eight Wisconsin communities will receive a total of $11,320,258 in federal discretionary funds through the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program to improve roadway safety. This is the second round
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Vesper is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing the raw
MADISON, Wis. — On the first anniversary of President Biden signing Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Respect for Marriage Act, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “One year ago today, President Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act into law, codifying the right of
MADISON – Today, after introducing two bills to update Wisconsin’s constitution and state statutes to reflect marriage equality in our state, the Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus released the following statement: “We are proud to stand with our fellow LGBTQ+ Wisconsinites today
Wisconsin – Phil Anderson, Libertarian candidate for U.S. Senate, has issued a fervent plea to the members of the United States Congress to reject the proposed FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act. Anderson asserts that the Act poses a significant threat
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Dec. 13, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Wisconsin Julie Lassa announced four projects to improve infrastructure, housing, and economic conditions for underserved rural and Native American communities. “People everywhere, regardless of
MADISON, Wis. — A Better Wisconsin Together is applauding bills introduced this morning by state legislative Democrats that would protect marriage equality under the Wisconsin constitution. Notably, today also marks the one year anniversary of President Biden signing into law the
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the rollout of the new federally funded and created HOME-American Rescue Plan program (HOME-ARP) that will support efforts to provide safe, affordable housing and supportive services for low-income and housing-insecure households. “The need for affordable housing is one of
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine reminds the public that they’re offering special holiday pricing of five issues for $5 during the holiday season. This special pricing will be available for all subscribers, including renewals and gifts, through Jan. 2, 2024. A
Three hundred and eighty seven years ago, three militia regiments of the Massachusetts Bay Colony gathered to train for community defense. The concept of members of the community simultaneously serving in a military capacity for the greater good has endured
Madison, Wis. – The Department of Administration Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld has announced the appointment of Diana Maas as Assistant Deputy Secretary for DOA. Maas previously served as legislative liaison with the Department of Transportation, and most recently was a government affairs coordinator
MADISON, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh released the following statement in response to reports that the House of Representatives will advance an impeachment inquiry resolution as early as today: “While Wisconsin families are looking for solutions that will protect access to
Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing), Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point), Rep. Chanz Green (R-Grand View), and Sen. Julian Bradley (R-Franklin), unveiled a bill proposing the tax exemption of overtime hours and all bonuses up to $2,500.
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced eight Wisconsin communities are receiving a total of over $11 million in funding to improve safety on roadways through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program,
Raleigh NC – The Council of State Governments (CSG) recently recognized 20 up-and-coming appointed and elected officials from across the country at its National Conference, and Dan Hereth was among the group honored. Hereth, the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional
MADISON, Wis. — After the NRSC’s rollout of megamillionaire California bank owner Eric Hovde’s Senate campaign was attacked by Hovde’s possible primary rival Scott Mayer and right wing radio host Vicki McKenna, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinelreported that one of Hovde’s other possible primary opponents, former Milwaukee County Sheriff David
Today, on the one year anniversary of the Respect for Marriage Act championed by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Wisconsin’s Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus introduced a package of bills that would enshrine marriage equality into state law and safeguard the progress we have made in advancing the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+
MADISON — Today, the United States Supreme Court announced it would hear the challenge to abortion pill access (mifepristone). In response, Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison), an abortion rights expert, issued the following statement: “Abortion access is in jeopardy nationwide, both from Republican politicians who want to pass a federal abortion ban,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Badger Corrugating Company (Badger) has joined the state’s Green Tier program as a Tier 1 participant. Badger’s Tier 1 status affirms its commitment to sustainability and desire to develop plans for continuous environmental improvement. Green Tier is a voluntary program for
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in pushing the Biden Administration to take action to stop an unsustainable increase in Mexican steel imports. In a letter to National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, the senators demanded the Administration set a clear deadline for
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced today that eight Wisconsin communities will receive a total of $11,320,258 in federal discretionary funds through the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program to improve roadway safety. This is the second round of the SS4A Grant Program through the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Vesper is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing the raw water main from Well Road to the treatment plant, constructing
MADISON, Wis. — On the first anniversary of President Biden signing Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Respect for Marriage Act, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “One year ago today, President Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act into law, codifying the right of all Americans to marry the person they choose, regardless of
MADISON – Today, after introducing two bills to update Wisconsin’s constitution and state statutes to reflect marriage equality in our state, the Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus released the following statement: “We are proud to stand with our fellow LGBTQ+ Wisconsinites today to introduce this legislation. It is particularly impactful to introduce
Wisconsin – Phil Anderson, Libertarian candidate for U.S. Senate, has issued a fervent plea to the members of the United States Congress to reject the proposed FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act. Anderson asserts that the Act poses a significant threat to the privacy and civil liberties of American citizens, undermining
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Dec. 13, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Wisconsin Julie Lassa announced four projects to improve infrastructure, housing, and economic conditions for underserved rural and Native American communities. “People everywhere, regardless of where they live, deserve access to quality housing, good schools
MADISON, Wis. — A Better Wisconsin Together is applauding bills introduced this morning by state legislative Democrats that would protect marriage equality under the Wisconsin constitution. Notably, today also marks the one year anniversary of President Biden signing into law the Respect For Marriage Act, a bill championed by Wisconsin Sen.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the rollout of the new federally funded and created HOME-American Rescue Plan program (HOME-ARP) that will support efforts to provide safe, affordable housing and supportive services for low-income and housing-insecure households. “The need for affordable housing is one of the issues I hear most about as I travel across
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine reminds the public that they’re offering special holiday pricing of five issues for $5 during the holiday season. This special pricing will be available for all subscribers, including renewals and gifts, through Jan. 2, 2024. A subscription is normally $8.97 for four issues. Subscribe now to start
Three hundred and eighty seven years ago, three militia regiments of the Massachusetts Bay Colony gathered to train for community defense. The concept of members of the community simultaneously serving in a military capacity for the greater good has endured even as the National Guard has evolved since that first
Madison, Wis. – The Department of Administration Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld has announced the appointment of Diana Maas as Assistant Deputy Secretary for DOA. Maas previously served as legislative liaison with the Department of Transportation, and most recently was a government affairs coordinator for State Farm. She will begin her new post on
MADISON, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh released the following statement in response to reports that the House of Representatives will advance an impeachment inquiry resolution as early as today: “While Wisconsin families are looking for solutions that will protect access to health care, strengthen programs like Medicare and Social Security, and
Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing), Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point), Rep. Chanz Green (R-Grand View), and Sen. Julian Bradley (R-Franklin), unveiled a bill proposing the tax exemption of overtime hours and all bonuses up to $2,500. This bill creates an individual income tax exemption for hourly
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced eight Wisconsin communities are receiving a total of over $11 million in funding to improve safety on roadways through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program, funded by the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The SS4A program funds regional,
Raleigh NC – The Council of State Governments (CSG) recently recognized 20 up-and-coming appointed and elected officials from across the country at its National Conference, and Dan Hereth was among the group honored. Hereth, the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Secretary-designee, became the first official from Wisconsin to
MADISON, Wis. — After the NRSC’s rollout of megamillionaire California bank owner Eric Hovde’s Senate campaign was attacked by Hovde’s possible primary rival Scott Mayer and right wing radio host Vicki McKenna, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinelreported that one of Hovde’s other possible primary opponents, former Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke, also attacked Hovde and the NRSC. Clarke, who is