VOLK FIELD, Wis. — For 24 frigid hours Jan. 17-18, Wisconsin Army National Guard Soldiers with Company A, 2nd Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, utilized the High Risk Entry Facility and grounds at Volk Field, Wisconsin — part of the Regional Emergency All-Climate Training (REACT) Center

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for Wisconsin metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for December 2023. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary December

MADISON – Representative Loren Oldenburg (R-Viroqua) released the following statement after Governors State of the State address: “Addressing our workforce shortage is a prime concern for the legislature. Industry partners and I have worked hard on finding a great way to invest in our youth apprenticeship programs. Assembly Bill 779 makes

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced a new Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) canine named Moose. Moose assists with investigations around the state of Wisconsin that require the detection of electronics. “Electronic storage detection canines like Moose help

Washington, D.C. — Today, the Biden Administration announced that a record 21.3 million Americans have signed up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces – over nine million more than when President Biden took office. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act lowering health insurance premiums, 80 percent

WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that local gas stations in Wisconsin are receiving over $3.5 million to help increase the availability of homegrown biofuels, cut the cost at the pump, and give Wisconsinites cleaner fuel options. The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program,

MADISON – Yesterday, Governor Tony Evers delivered his sixth annual State of the State Address to the State Legislature. State Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement after the Governor’s address: “I was proud and honored to escort Governor Evers to his 2024 State of the State speech last

Madison – Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) issued the following statement after Governor Evers’ State of the State Address was given to the joint session of the Wisconsin State Legislature Tuesday night: “Last night, we again heard many empty promises from Governor Evers. The governor continues to promise that he will cut

MADISON – State Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) released the following response to the State of the State Address delivered by Governor Tony Evers on Tuesday: “Last summer, Gov. Evers vetoed 95% of the tax cuts we sent him in the state budget. As the result of Evers’ budget vetoes, our

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comments on two variances to the Northern Lake Michigan Coastal Regional Master Plan, which includes management for Peninsula State Park in Door County. As described in Chapter NR 44 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, a master plan variance is

Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after listening to Governor Evers’ State of the State Address: “It is good to know that Wisconsin is in surplus fiscally. This is thanks to the Republican Legislature, which was able to get rid of the governor’s original budget, which

MADISON, Wis. – Governor Tony Evers last evening spoke about the generational workforce challenges facing Wisconsin, highlighting one of the largest investments in affordable housing in state history as a major accomplishment.  The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) is charged with administering the legislatively directed housing funds. WHEDA CEO and

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare bird, which may result from the Kewaunee Power Station Demolition project in Kewaunee County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants

MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) sent a letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy following increasingly widespread delays and disruptions in mail delivery and postal services affecting residents in his district. “I strongly urge you to take immediate action to remedy these delays and invite you to

Arlington, VA (January 24, 2024) – GOPAC announced today the members of its 2024 Legislative Leaders Advisory Board.  “Members of our 2024 Legislative Leaders Advisory Board are essential in our efforts to educate and elect Republican leaders who are focused on making Americans’ lives easier, safer, and better,” said GOPAC Chairman

Madison, WI – Gov. Tony Evers presented his annual State of the State address to a joint session of the Legislature on January 23. “Governor Evers announced that Wisconsin is in a better fiscal position than ever before, once again conveniently forgetting to mention that it’s in spite of, not

Madison, WI – Representative Rob Swearingen (R – Rhinelander) released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers addressed a joint session of the Wisconsin State Legislature for his annual State of the State address. “The State of the State is strong, thanks to the work of legislative Republicans ensuring that the Governor’s far-left

MADISON, Wis. – Family Friendly Wisconsin released the following statement today, applauding Governor Tony Evers’ ongoing commitment to working families through his continued support of paid family and medical leave and affordable child care. Brita Olsen, Family Friendly Wisconsin State Director: “Our economy is not built to support the working

MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority Board approved a $1 million workforce housing development investment that will benefit its employees and others in Dane County. This marks the second time the UW Health board has invested $1 million in the Dane Workforce Housing Fund, joining

Madison, WI – Last night, Governor Tony Evers gave his State of the State Address. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak released the following response after the Governor’s address: “Wisconsin families feel the weight of Bidenomics and Baldwinflation, and it’s disheartening to see Governor Evers’ agenda aligned with Washington’s failing policies. Despite a record state