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Wausau – Congressman Tiffany released the following statement: “Earlier this week, the Democrat-allied Elias Law Firm filed a lawsuit to re-open a settled case that liberal activists and Governor Evers had already won. They are asking the current Wisconsin Supreme
Free things, fishing and weekends. On their own, these are some of the best things in life. Put them all together, and you get one of the best events of the season, Free Fishing Weekend, happening this weekend, Jan. 20-21. Check
Madison, Wis. – Statement from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Director of Communications Analiese Eicher. “This is another attempt by legislative Republicans to strip away rights and freedoms from Wisconsinites and ban abortion care in our state.” This effort does not
Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and Representative Jeff Mursau (R-Crivitz) are among the authors of a Republican proposal to update Wisconsin’s 175 year old abortion law, creating regulations that mirror the stance of today’s Wisconsinites when it comes to
MADISON, Wis. — In response to the last-minute introduction of a new ban on abortion in Wisconsin introduced today by Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Days before the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade,
MADISON – Today, it was announced that Assembly Bill 975, though not circulated for co-sponsorship, will have a public hearing held on Monday in the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging, and Long-Term Care. This bill will amend Wisconsin’s current 20-week abortion
Lake Nebagamon – Representative Angie Sapik (R-Lake Nebagamon) has been working for months on legislation to improve the white-tail deer population in Northern Wisconsin. While not every bill made it to committee, this bill will be influential in raising healthy deer
Madison, Wisc. – Representative John Macco (R-Ledgeview) released the following statement on the legislation introduced today to restrict abortions after 14 weeks. “In 2015, I voted to prohibit abortions after 20 weeks,” said Rep. Macco. “This vote was challenging, but I
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/240119gopaddress.mp3 Hello, I’m Senator Mary Felzkowski from the 12th Senate District. This week, we’re celebrating the passage of a package of bills intended to address the workforce shortage in Wisconsin’s oral healthcare providers – with 64 of Wisconsin’s 72 counties
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/240119demaddress.mp3 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his administration’s efforts to expand access to affordable housing statewide, including the new Restore Main Street and Vacancy-to-Vitality Loan Programs, which were funded by the 2023-25 biennial budget, and the HOME-American
Madison — Today, Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) reacted to the announcement of Farm Technology Days returning to the 69th Assembly District in 2026. “I am excited to learn the Redtzkes’ No Joke Dairy in Stratford was named the host for Farm Technology
Madison — Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a Bill, authored by Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield), to increase protections for consumers utilizing tanning facilities. “I want to thank my Assembly colleagues for their support of this Bill to protect Wisconsinites from
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering the Elias Law Group’s lawsuit to throw out existing congressional district maps, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “The newly bought and paid for liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme
MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session to address a slate of legislation – including Assembly Bill 510. Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement: “After a bipartisan day on Tuesday, I am disappointed
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) voted in favor with his colleagues to pass Assembly Bill 579, relating to the use of fill in commercial waterways and Great Lakes waters, which he co-authored with Representative Robert Wittke (R-Racine). “This bill gives
Madison – Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) joined his colleagues on unanimous passage of his Catalytic Converter Theft Accountability bill, formally known as Assembly Bill 637. The bill adds catalytic converters to the state’s list of parts that are considered a
Madison, WI – Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) voted for Assembly Bill 510, relating to rights reserved to a parent or guardian of a child. After passage of the bill, he released the following statement: “Parents deserve a seat at the
MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session and took up legislation relating to education restrictions and firearms. Representative Sue Conley (D-Janesville) issued the following statement in response: “We all know that students can succeed when teachers, parents,
Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld has announced that DOA will host a free, virtual roundtable on Jan. 31 to highlight opportunities available to veteran entrepreneurs through the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program. Representatives from DAV-Wisconsin, the Wisconsin
MADISON – Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) joined her Assembly Republican colleagues in supporting the Parent Bill of Rights. The Parent Bill of Rights (AB 510) affirms parents’ rights to direct the education and healthcare of their children. The bill specifies
Wausau – Congressman Tiffany released the following statement: “Earlier this week, the Democrat-allied Elias Law Firm filed a lawsuit to re-open a settled case that liberal activists and Governor Evers had already won. They are asking the current Wisconsin Supreme Court to overturn Governor Evers’ hand drawn congressional maps to
Free things, fishing and weekends. On their own, these are some of the best things in life. Put them all together, and you get one of the best events of the season, Free Fishing Weekend, happening this weekend, Jan. 20-21. Check the DNR’s Event Calendar for a listing of free clinics being offered
Madison, Wis. – Statement from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Director of Communications Analiese Eicher. “This is another attempt by legislative Republicans to strip away rights and freedoms from Wisconsinites and ban abortion care in our state.” This effort does not change the legal status of abortion in Wisconsin. Patients can
Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and Representative Jeff Mursau (R-Crivitz) are among the authors of a Republican proposal to update Wisconsin’s 175 year old abortion law, creating regulations that mirror the stance of today’s Wisconsinites when it comes to this issue. The proposed bill would allow for abortions up
MADISON, Wis. — In response to the last-minute introduction of a new ban on abortion in Wisconsin introduced today by Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Days before the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, MAGA Republicans are pushing a new ban on abortion with
MADISON – Today, it was announced that Assembly Bill 975, though not circulated for co-sponsorship, will have a public hearing held on Monday in the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging, and Long-Term Care. This bill will amend Wisconsin’s current 20-week abortion ban to 14 weeks, requiring a referendum vote in the
Lake Nebagamon – Representative Angie Sapik (R-Lake Nebagamon) has been working for months on legislation to improve the white-tail deer population in Northern Wisconsin. While not every bill made it to committee, this bill will be influential in raising healthy deer numbers in an area where deer are failing to flourish
Madison, Wisc. – Representative John Macco (R-Ledgeview) released the following statement on the legislation introduced today to restrict abortions after 14 weeks. “In 2015, I voted to prohibit abortions after 20 weeks,” said Rep. Macco. “This vote was challenging, but I made it knowing that it saved the lives of 89
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/240119gopaddress.mp3 Hello, I’m Senator Mary Felzkowski from the 12th Senate District. This week, we’re celebrating the passage of a package of bills intended to address the workforce shortage in Wisconsin’s oral healthcare providers – with 64 of Wisconsin’s 72 counties designated as dental professional shortage areas. There are 4 bills
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/240119demaddress.mp3 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his administration’s efforts to expand access to affordable housing statewide, including the new Restore Main Street and Vacancy-to-Vitality Loan Programs, which were funded by the 2023-25 biennial budget, and the HOME-American Rescue Plan … Please log in to access subscriber content.
Madison — Today, Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) reacted to the announcement of Farm Technology Days returning to the 69th Assembly District in 2026. “I am excited to learn the Redtzkes’ No Joke Dairy in Stratford was named the host for Farm Technology Days in 2026,” stated Representative Rozar. “I was pleased, along
Madison — Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a Bill, authored by Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield), to increase protections for consumers utilizing tanning facilities. “I want to thank my Assembly colleagues for their support of this Bill to protect Wisconsinites from overexposure to harmful levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation,” said Representative
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering the Elias Law Group’s lawsuit to throw out existing congressional district maps, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “The newly bought and paid for liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court faces yet another test of the public’s trust: do
MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session to address a slate of legislation – including Assembly Bill 510. Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement: “After a bipartisan day on Tuesday, I am disappointed that we saw Assembly Bill 510 on the calendar today.
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) voted in favor with his colleagues to pass Assembly Bill 579, relating to the use of fill in commercial waterways and Great Lakes waters, which he co-authored with Representative Robert Wittke (R-Racine). “This bill gives cities like Ashland and Bayfield a breath of fresh air,
Madison – Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) joined his colleagues on unanimous passage of his Catalytic Converter Theft Accountability bill, formally known as Assembly Bill 637. The bill adds catalytic converters to the state’s list of parts that are considered a “major part” of an automobile. Following passage, Rep. Rettinger said:
Madison, WI – Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) voted for Assembly Bill 510, relating to rights reserved to a parent or guardian of a child. After passage of the bill, he released the following statement: “Parents deserve a seat at the table when it comes to the education of their children.
MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session and took up legislation relating to education restrictions and firearms. Representative Sue Conley (D-Janesville) issued the following statement in response: “We all know that students can succeed when teachers, parents, and administrators work together. The so-called Parental Bill of Rights,
Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld has announced that DOA will host a free, virtual roundtable on Jan. 31 to highlight opportunities available to veteran entrepreneurs through the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program. Representatives from DAV-Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce, the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Af…
MADISON – Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) joined her Assembly Republican colleagues in supporting the Parent Bill of Rights. The Parent Bill of Rights (AB 510) affirms parents’ rights to direct the education and healthcare of their children. The bill specifies 16 rights, including: Requiring notice and an opt-out choice for