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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced two projects in Wisconsin were awarded U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) funding for renovations at the High Cliff State Park Marina and South Bay Marina.
Madison, WI – This morning, Senate Minority Leader Melissa Agard responded to the irresponsible and overtly partisan comments by Representative Dan Knodl, about his thoughts on potentially impeaching Janet Protasiewicz from the Wisconsin Supreme Court should the GOP achieve a
MILWAUKEE, WI – The bipartisan Wisconsin business leaders who participated in a statewide six-figure digital ad supporting Janet Protasiewicz for state Supreme Court criticized her opponent Daniel Kelly today for campaigning with a far-right activist with ties to the January 6th insurrection. “Daniel
Milwaukee- Justice Daniel Kelly announced today that a majority of Wisconsin sheriffs are supporting his campaign for Supreme Court. Wisconsin sheriffs are saying it’s time to prioritize justice again-not politics. It’s time to elect Justice Daniel Kelly to the Wisconsin
GREEN BAY– Representative Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) and Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) are pleased to announce two listening sessions this Friday, March 31st where they will be joined by Joint Committee on Finance member Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc). The first
MADISON, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, today endorsed Justice Daniel Kelly for the State Supreme Court and Rep. Daniel Knodl for the 8th Senate District in the special elections this spring. Justice Kelly’s past track
Madison, WI — On Thursday, March 30, NextGen America, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin, Working Families Power, Rise Inc., and Leaders Igniting Transformation will host a youth vote rally to educate and mobilize young voters on the stakes of the coming
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – With one week to go before the election, Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two TV ads defining the choice voters face, between a common sense judge in Judge Janet and an extremist like Dan
Madison (March 28, 2023) — The NFIB Wisconsin PAC has endorsed former Justice Daniel Kelly for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The political action committee is comprised exclusively of NFIB members in Wisconsin, and its endorsement is based on a survey of
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will travel across the state highlighting clean energy workforce, infrastructure, and economy initiatives in his 2023-25 biennial budget to invest in building a statewide clean energy economy, including expanding access and use of
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced that more than $319,000 in state funds will go towards improving more than 900 miles of county forest roads in 24 Wisconsin counties. “Wisconsin’s county forests
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senators Ron Johnson (R-WI) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) in introducing the Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions (CURD) Act, bipartisan legislation to help better inform consumers’ cheese purchasing decisions and provide clarity for
LA CROSSE – Employers, educators, community leaders, nonprofit service providers, and more are encouraged to attend an event on workforce priorities and removing barriers. The event will feature Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Wisconsin Technical College System President Morna K. Foy;
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) today reintroduced the bipartisan CURD (Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions) Act to help better inform consumers’ cheese purchasing decisions. The CURD Act would codify a formal definition of “natural cheese,” a term commonly used on
MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion over two days, March 29-30, via written releases. On Wednesday, March 29, the Marquette Law School Poll will release results pertaining to
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Adam N. Payne announced that he is appointing DNR Assistant Deputy Secretary Steven C. Little to serve as DNR Deputy Secretary beginning April 9, 2023, filling the role previously held by
Madison, WI – On Wednesday, the State Senate convened for a floor session where they had a full calendar of bills and resolutions, including a handful pertaining to public safety and government accountability. Public Safety Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and her
“The Parents Bill of Rights Act is a racist, sexist, homophobic fear-based bill that would do nothing to protect America’s children and families. This bill isn’t about parents, it’s about intensifying the Republicans’ culture war, banning books, and wedging families
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Republicans passed the Parents Bill of Rights Act, historic legislation ensuring school districts put parents and students first. This legislation is the product of thoughtful consideration by the Republican Conference and is based on five core principles: 1. Parents have
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) introduced two bills designed to expand opportunities for veterans and protect military families – the Ensure Military Personnel Learn Opportunities Yielding Vocations that Employ Transitioning Servicemembers (EMPLOY VETS) Act and Protect Military
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced two projects in Wisconsin were awarded U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) funding for renovations at the High Cliff State Park Marina and South Bay Marina. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service awarded more than $20
Madison, WI – This morning, Senate Minority Leader Melissa Agard responded to the irresponsible and overtly partisan comments by Representative Dan Knodl, about his thoughts on potentially impeaching Janet Protasiewicz from the Wisconsin Supreme Court should the GOP achieve a supermajority in the State Senate on April 4th. “The comments
MILWAUKEE, WI – The bipartisan Wisconsin business leaders who participated in a statewide six-figure digital ad supporting Janet Protasiewicz for state Supreme Court criticized her opponent Daniel Kelly today for campaigning with a far-right activist with ties to the January 6th insurrection. “Daniel Kelly’s decision to stand with a flagrant election-denier who was
Milwaukee- Justice Daniel Kelly announced today that a majority of Wisconsin sheriffs are supporting his campaign for Supreme Court. Wisconsin sheriffs are saying it’s time to prioritize justice again-not politics. It’s time to elect Justice Daniel Kelly to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. These sheriffs know Justice Kelly stands with them
GREEN BAY– Representative Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) and Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) are pleased to announce two listening sessions this Friday, March 31st where they will be joined by Joint Committee on Finance member Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc). The first listening session will take place from 10:00am to 11:00am at
MADISON, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, today endorsed Justice Daniel Kelly for the State Supreme Court and Rep. Daniel Knodl for the 8th Senate District in the special elections this spring. Justice Kelly’s past track record as a strict constitutionalist with a conservative philosophy aligns
Madison, WI — On Thursday, March 30, NextGen America, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin, Working Families Power, Rise Inc., and Leaders Igniting Transformation will host a youth vote rally to educate and mobilize young voters on the stakes of the coming Wisconsin Supreme Court election. The conversations will focus specifically on
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – With one week to go before the election, Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two TV ads defining the choice voters face, between a common sense judge in Judge Janet and an extremist like Dan Kelly. The ads highlight Judge Protasiewicz’s career as a fair
Madison (March 28, 2023) — The NFIB Wisconsin PAC has endorsed former Justice Daniel Kelly for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The political action committee is comprised exclusively of NFIB members in Wisconsin, and its endorsement is based on a survey of NFIB members throughout the state. “Virtually every Wisconsin small business
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will travel across the state highlighting clean energy workforce, infrastructure, and economy initiatives in his 2023-25 biennial budget to invest in building a statewide clean energy economy, including expanding access and use of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and promoting the conservation, clean energy,
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced that more than $319,000 in state funds will go towards improving more than 900 miles of county forest roads in 24 Wisconsin counties. “Wisconsin’s county forests cover more than 2.4 million acres and are home to
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senators Ron Johnson (R-WI) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) in introducing the Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions (CURD) Act, bipartisan legislation to help better inform consumers’ cheese purchasing decisions and provide clarity for Wisconsin’s dairy industry. The CURD Act would codify a formal
LA CROSSE – Employers, educators, community leaders, nonprofit service providers, and more are encouraged to attend an event on workforce priorities and removing barriers. The event will feature Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Wisconsin Technical College System President Morna K. Foy; nine cabinet agencies, and small group discussions on workforce development
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) today reintroduced the bipartisan CURD (Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions) Act to help better inform consumers’ cheese purchasing decisions. The CURD Act would codify a formal definition of “natural cheese,” a term commonly used on food packaging that currently has no official definition. Under the CURD
MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion over two days, March 29-30, via written releases. On Wednesday, March 29, the Marquette Law School Poll will release results pertaining to public opinion about the U.S. Supreme Court. The survey looks at
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Adam N. Payne announced that he is appointing DNR Assistant Deputy Secretary Steven C. Little to serve as DNR Deputy Secretary beginning April 9, 2023, filling the role previously held by Sarah Barry. “Sarah had been with the DNR since early
Madison, WI – On Wednesday, the State Senate convened for a floor session where they had a full calendar of bills and resolutions, including a handful pertaining to public safety and government accountability. Public Safety Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and her colleagues in the Senate passed a number of bills relating
“The Parents Bill of Rights Act is a racist, sexist, homophobic fear-based bill that would do nothing to protect America’s children and families. This bill isn’t about parents, it’s about intensifying the Republicans’ culture war, banning books, and wedging families against educators. Instead of working to make our education system
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Republicans passed the Parents Bill of Rights Act, historic legislation ensuring school districts put parents and students first. This legislation is the product of thoughtful consideration by the Republican Conference and is based on five core principles: 1. Parents have the right to know what their children are being taught;
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) introduced two bills designed to expand opportunities for veterans and protect military families – the Ensure Military Personnel Learn Opportunities Yielding Vocations that Employ Transitioning Servicemembers (EMPLOY VETS) Act and Protect Military Dependents Act. The EMPLOY VETS Act improves the process transitioning