RENEW Wisconsin has appointed Beata Wierzba as Government Affairs Director following the retirement of Jim Boullion.  Wierzba has been involved in government affairs for over 20 years, with previous positions at Nsight, the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association, and the Wisconsin State Legislature.  “I am

Delafield, WI – Today the Institute for Reforming Government released a brand new report – Reimagining Wisconsin Government for the 21st Century – that presents a clear roadmap for modernizing and strengthening state government, removing its inefficiencies, and shrinking its size and footprint in Madison. Click here for the full report. The IRG policy team

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) Secretary Peter Barca, yesterday visited Racine, Eau Claire, and Wausau to highlight the historic investment in shared revenue included in the governor’s 2023-25 biennial budget. As Gov. Evers announced last week during his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message, his budget proposal will send 20 percent of the state’s sales tax revenue back

(Madison, WI) – The State’s three largest veterans service organizations – American Legion, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) – applaud the inclusion of key veteran provisions in the proposed 2023-2025 state budget. These include the following: Eligibility Expansion of the Wisconsin Veterans and Surviving Spouses

MADISON – Rep. Shelia Stubbs released the following statement on the passing of former University of Wisconsin-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank: “Chancellor Blank was a good friend of mine, and I am very sorry to hear of her untimely passing. She was a very kind person. When she left UW-Madison, I

WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) and 10 of their Republican colleagues in reintroducing the Thin Blue Line Act, which enhances penalties for criminals who target law enforcement. The bill makes the targeting, killing, or attempted killing of a police officer an aggravating factor

Racine, WI — Building Unity is on an over 1000-mile journey to raise awareness, excitement, and participation in the Feb. 21 and April 4 Wisconsin State Supreme Court elections. It is traveling to eight different regions of Wisconsin, and with statewide partners, hosting eight different weekly public forums and providing

The Wisconsin Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians commends Governor Evers for an executive budget proposal that prioritizes patient safety, care, and numerous health care needs for Wisconsin residents and providers. The Governor’s proposed budget provides a significant and desperately needed increase to Medicaid rates that will help

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski participated in the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) 2023 Winter Policy Conference in Washington D.C. this week. While there, he proposed two action items related to animal health, which passed the organization with unanimous

MADISON – Yesterday, Senator Agard attended the Communities in Action: Building a Better Wisconsin at the White House. The event highlighted the Biden-Harris Administration’s investments and impacts in Wisconsin and also featured local leaders and elected officials who are working on behalf of their communities to create opportunities and improve people’s

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking for public comments on a proposed Green Tier contract with Northern Engraving Corporation (NEC) for their locations in Sparta, Holmen and West Salem, Wisconsin. NEC has participated in the Environmental Cooperation Pilot Program since 2002, and the proposed contract would transition the company

Governor Evers this week proposed $2.6 Billion for public schools that are the foundations of our communities. Unfortunately, many of my legislative Republican colleagues were quick to call that number “too large.” As the Governor noted, and independent revenue estimates show, we do have to be prudent and save where

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that her bipartisan Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act passed the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee. The legislation would expand and support County Veterans Service Officers (CVSO), the community-based employees who work directly with veterans to inform them of eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz today announced the endorsement of former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl in her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “We deserve a Wisconsin Supreme Court that fairly and impartially upholds the laws of our state, and that’s why I’m proud to support Judge Janet Protasiewicz for

Madison—Rep. Scott Johnson of Assembly District 33 gave the following statement regarding last night’s budget address from Governor Tony Evers. “After a hard fought campaign in 2022, I like many of my colleagues, were prepared to work in a bipartisan manner with the Evers Administration to get things done for

(MADISON) — The federally-funded Wisconsin Living Well project at the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) applauds Governor Evers for including multiple provisions in his budget that will increase protections against abuse and neglect for people with disabilities in Wisconsin. “Nationally, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are

Madison – Rep. Karen Hurd (R-Fall Creek) expressed concern with Governor Tony Evers’ budget request to the Wisconsin State Legislature and issued the following statement: “The Covid 19 emergency health order showed us just how important internet access is to remote working families, businesses and remote students. I look forward

MADISON – The State Bar of Wisconsin issued a statement following Gov. Tony Evers’ budget address. The joint statement comes from the Bar’s elected leadership: Margaret W. Hickey (Milwaukee), President; Dean R. Dietrich (Wausau), President-Elect; and Cheryl Furstace Daniels (Madison), Past President. “The State Bar has long been vocal about

Madison, WI – Representative Terry Katsma (R-Oostburg) released the following statement in response to the biennial budget address presented by Governor Tony Evers last night: “Governor Evers presented a budget that increases taxes and spending, grows the size of government, and doubles down on non-fiscal policy items we have consistently rejected

Someone should tell Governor Evers that Groundhog Day was two weeks ago. His third budget address Wednesday night delivered the same divisive liberal wish list that he has trotted out in past years. He did open his speech on a high note—our state currently enjoys $7 billion surplus. That is