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MADISON – Following Governor Tony Evers’ 2024 State of the State address, Rep. Katrina Shankland (D–Stevens Point) released the following statement: “Tonight, Governor Evers emphasized his eagerness to continue working on the most pressing issues impacting Wisconsin families, workers, and
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement celebrating Governor Tony Evers’ 2024 State of the State Address: “As Governor Evers reflected on the accomplishments of the past year in his sixth State of the State
Madison, Wis. – Statement from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Executive Director Steven Webb II. “Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin appreciates Governor Evers’ leadership and commitment to reproductive freedom in our state. We applaud the efforts by the governor in directing the
State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today in response to Gov. Tony Evers’ State of the State Address: “I am proud to stand with Gov. Evers in support of Wisconsin’s kids. My guiding principle as an educator and a
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight delivered his 2024 State of the State address. The governor’s address is available to watch here and here. Below are Gov. Evers’ remarks as prepared for delivery: Good evening, Wisconsinites! Honorable Supreme Court Justices, Tribal Nation leaders, constitutional officers,
MADISON – Representative LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee), issued the following statement regarding Governor Tony Evers’ 2024 State of the State Address: “Governor Evers State of the State address this evening laid out a plan that takes into consideration the future of
Governor’s declaration builds on administration’s work to bolster state’s workforce in high-demand, high-need industries MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight focused largely on addressing the state’s generational workforce challenges during his 2024 State of the State address. Gov. Evers declared 2024 the Year of the Worker in
Dem Gov. Tony Evers in his sixth State of the State address announced plans to make contraception easier to obtain for those on BadgerCare, demanded GOP lawmakers come up with a plan to preserve the state’s child care industry and vowed to veto any attempts to restrict abortion access.
“I want to speak directly to women in Wisconsin tonight: I will veto any bill that takes away your reproductive freedom or makes reproductive healthcare any less accessible in Wisconsin than it is today.” Governor’s directive enables BadgerCare Plus members
Governor highlights progress made during 2023 Year of Mental Health, recommits to building upon Evers Administration’s efforts with all-of-government approach through new interagency council MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, in his 2024 State of the State address, highlighted his administration’s efforts during 2023, the Year of Mental Health… Please log
More than 200 days since the biennial budget was enacted, Republicans have yet to release $125 million in already-approved funds to address PFAS contamination across the state MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2024 State of the State address, again urged Republicans
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2024 State of the State address, announced the approval of an additional conservation easement covering 54,898 acres of the Pelican River Forest to complete one of the largest conservation projects in Wisconsin
Dem Gov. Tony Evers in his sixth State of the State address announced plans to make contraception easier to obtain for those on BadgerCare, demanded GOP lawmakers come up with a plan to preserve the state’s child care industry and vowed to veto any attempts to restrict abortion access.
The motion asks the court to reconsider its rejection earlier this month of the lawmakers’ first request to delay the case to provide more time to raise issues. The new GOP motion comes as Dem parties in the redistricting suit knocked Republicans’ proposed maps for failing to meet the court’s call to consider partisan balance with the new lines.
The proposal cleared the chamber 17-14 with GOP Sens. Joan Ballweg, of Markesan; Julian Bradley, of Franklin; Chris Kapenga, of Delafield; and Eric Wimberger, of Green Bay; joining Dems in opposition.
A pro-abortion rights group called Free & Just has launched a new TV ad encouraging voters to call for U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Prairie du Chien, to oppose a national abortion ban.
TOP STORIES Biden plans trip to Superior on Thursday … [location TBA] … plans to discuss how his “Bidenomics and Investing in America Agenda are rebuilding our infrastructure, lowering costs, spurring a small business boom, and creating good-paying jobs,” according
Subcommittee leaders on the Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence say Wisconsin should invest in tax credits for AI development, assistance for workers displaced by the technology and industry-informed skills training. During yesterday’s virtual meeting of the task
Federal officials have announced nearly $640,000 in new funding for a Wisconsin-based project aimed at helping farmers markets reach new customers. The national nonprofit Farmers Market Coalition and UW-Madison were selected for this funding by the USDA Agricultural and Food
Federal officials at a stop in Wauwatosa touted newly announced grant funding for EV charging-related projects, including a training program in Wisconsin. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su argued “too many people have been left out of the promise of
MADISON – Following Governor Tony Evers’ 2024 State of the State address, Rep. Katrina Shankland (D–Stevens Point) released the following statement: “Tonight, Governor Evers emphasized his eagerness to continue working on the most pressing issues impacting Wisconsin families, workers, and seniors. I strongly support the creation of an Interagency Council
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement celebrating Governor Tony Evers’ 2024 State of the State Address: “As Governor Evers reflected on the accomplishments of the past year in his sixth State of the State address tonight, we celebrated the bright future that lies ahead
Madison, Wis. – Statement from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Executive Director Steven Webb II. “Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin appreciates Governor Evers’ leadership and commitment to reproductive freedom in our state. We applaud the efforts by the governor in directing the Department of Health Services to cover over-the-counter contraception for BadgerCare
State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today in response to Gov. Tony Evers’ State of the State Address: “I am proud to stand with Gov. Evers in support of Wisconsin’s kids. My guiding principle as an educator and a leader has always been to center what is best for
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight delivered his 2024 State of the State address. The governor’s address is available to watch here and here. Below are Gov. Evers’ remarks as prepared for delivery: Good evening, Wisconsinites! Honorable Supreme Court Justices, Tribal Nation leaders, constitutional officers, members of the Wisconsin National Guard and active and retired
MADISON – Representative LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee), issued the following statement regarding Governor Tony Evers’ 2024 State of the State Address: “Governor Evers State of the State address this evening laid out a plan that takes into consideration the future of Wisconsin. By investing in workforce, healthcare, and education, it is
Governor’s declaration builds on administration’s work to bolster state’s workforce in high-demand, high-need industries MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight focused largely on addressing the state’s generational workforce challenges during his 2024 State of the State address. Gov. Evers declared 2024 the Year of the Worker in Wisconsin and announced new e… Please log in to access subscriber content. If
Dem Gov. Tony Evers in his sixth State of the State address announced plans to make contraception easier to obtain for those on BadgerCare, demanded GOP lawmakers come up with a plan to preserve the state’s child care industry and vowed to veto any attempts to restrict abortion access.
“I want to speak directly to women in Wisconsin tonight: I will veto any bill that takes away your reproductive freedom or makes reproductive healthcare any less accessible in Wisconsin than it is today.” Governor’s directive enables BadgerCare Plus members to access over-the-counter contraception without copays, urges Legislature to pass
Governor highlights progress made during 2023 Year of Mental Health, recommits to building upon Evers Administration’s efforts with all-of-government approach through new interagency council MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, in his 2024 State of the State address, highlighted his administration’s efforts during 2023, the Year of Mental Health… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a
More than 200 days since the biennial budget was enacted, Republicans have yet to release $125 million in already-approved funds to address PFAS contamination across the state MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2024 State of the State address, again urged Republicans in the Wisconsin State Legislature to release $125 million in funds to
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2024 State of the State address, announced the approval of an additional conservation easement covering 54,898 acres of the Pelican River Forest to complete one of the largest conservation projects in Wisconsin history. Altogether, over 67,000 acres of the Pelican River Forest
Dem Gov. Tony Evers in his sixth State of the State address announced plans to make contraception easier to obtain for those on BadgerCare, demanded GOP lawmakers come up with a plan to preserve the state’s child care industry and vowed to veto any attempts to restrict abortion access.
The motion asks the court to reconsider its rejection earlier this month of the lawmakers’ first request to delay the case to provide more time to raise issues. The new GOP motion comes as Dem parties in the redistricting suit knocked Republicans’ proposed maps for failing to meet the court’s call to consider partisan balance with the new lines.
The proposal cleared the chamber 17-14 with GOP Sens. Joan Ballweg, of Markesan; Julian Bradley, of Franklin; Chris Kapenga, of Delafield; and Eric Wimberger, of Green Bay; joining Dems in opposition.
A pro-abortion rights group called Free & Just has launched a new TV ad encouraging voters to call for U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Prairie du Chien, to oppose a national abortion ban.
TOP STORIES Biden plans trip to Superior on Thursday … [location TBA] … plans to discuss how his “Bidenomics and Investing in America Agenda are rebuilding our infrastructure, lowering costs, spurring a small business boom, and creating good-paying jobs,” according to a news release … Mayor Jim Paine said he
Subcommittee leaders on the Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence say Wisconsin should invest in tax credits for AI development, assistance for workers displaced by the technology and industry-informed skills training. During yesterday’s virtual meeting of the task force, representatives of the group’s three subcommittees shared updates on
Federal officials have announced nearly $640,000 in new funding for a Wisconsin-based project aimed at helping farmers markets reach new customers. The national nonprofit Farmers Market Coalition and UW-Madison were selected for this funding by the USDA Agricultural and Food Research Initiative grant program. Their project’s main goal is to
Federal officials at a stop in Wauwatosa touted newly announced grant funding for EV charging-related projects, including a training program in Wisconsin. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su argued “too many people have been left out of the promise of a good job” during remarks at the Milwaukee Electrical Joint