MADISON, Wis. – During Weights and Measures Week from March 1–7, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) celebrates the important work of DATCP’s Bureau of Weights and Measures. Their work guarantees that Wisconsin consumers can be confident they are receiving the full and true value of

The Richard Dilley Tax Center is now offering free tax preparation help via appointment through Dane County UW Extension, Dane County Executive Parisi announced today. The site exists as a place for Dane County residents to clear up any confusion they may have as they prepare to file their taxes

People who are on Medicare Advantage are disproportionately Black and Latino. The insurance industry is using this data point to suggest seniors of color will be disproportionately harmed by HHS’s proposed 2024 rate increase of $4 billion for Medicare Advantage plans. In reality, insurers are not doing enough to address

WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), introduced the Annual Bipartisan Public Schools Week Resolution along with Representatives Sam Graves (MO-06), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15), and 106 of their colleagues. This year Public Schools Week is February 27 to March 3, and it serves as a time to

Thanks to President Biden and Democrats in Congress, the Inflation Reduction Act capped insulin copays at $35 per month for seniors on Medicare. People of color are disproportionately affected by diabetes due to numerous systemic determinants of health that lead to barriers in accessing care. As a result, these communities

JANESVILLE – Today, Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) and Representative Sue Conley (D-Janesville) announced listening sessions in Janesville to discuss Wisconsin’s 2023-2025 State Budget or any other state issue. “With a record state surplus, this budget presents a critical opportunity to shape our state’s future. We hope that residents will attend

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) announced the opening of entries for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition. The winning artwork from the Third District’s competition will be displayed alongside artwork from across the nation for one year in the U.S. Capitol, as well as on House.gov’s Congressional Art Competition page.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated the beginning of Public Schools Week by highlighting major investments and initiatives from his 2023-25 biennial budget to support Wisconsin kids and K-12 schools across the state.  As highlighted by Gov. Evers earlier this month and announced during his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message, the governor’s 2023-25 biennial budget proposal provides an increase of more than

(Milwaukee, Wis.) – Judge Bill Brash’s campaign for re-election to District 1 of the Court of Appeals announced today the endorsement of the Milwaukee Police Association. In a letter written to Judge Brash, Milwaukee Police Association Vice President Alexander Ayala said, “During these increasingly trying times, the over 1,400 men

The Wisconsin Education Association Council, representing public school teachers and education support professionals, celebrates Public Schools Week 2023, February 27–March 3; a week designated to highlight and show support for our local public schools.  “It’s time to shine a light on local public schools and share the stories of the

NEW YORK, NY– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chairman of the House Select Committee of the Chinese Communist Party, today hosted a bipartisan rally, alongside fellow Select Committee members and human rights activists, against transnational repression at the illegal Chinese Communist Party “police station” in New York City. At the event, Chairman

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident in Madison, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Friday, February 24, 2023. At approximately 4:08 p.m., officers from the Madison Police Department attempted to apprehend a wanted subject

GLENDALE – Representative Darrin Madison (District 10) issued the following statement following yesterday’s partial parking structure collapse at the Bayshore Town Center in Glendale.Representative Madison (D-10) issued the following statement:“I am very grateful that no one was hurt in the incident. Safe communities are my top priority and I recognize

Respect. Simple Respect. We must add a group of unrecognized heroes to those deserving our greatest respect and admiration: those who dedicate themselves to child care in our state.  One of the primary lessons learned during the pandemic and subsequent recovery is the absolutely vital role child care – and

(Madison) – State Representative Joel Kitchens will hold three listening sessions on Monday, March 6, 2023.  The events will give people in the Door and Kewaunee Counties a chance to talk about budget issues, legislation, concerns with a state agency or an interest in discussing any state government matter. Representative

Cameron, Wis. – State Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) and State Representative Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) have scheduled an in-district listening session at the following location and time: Friday, March 10, 2023 1:30pm to 3:00pm Barron VFW Post 8338 1105 E Division Avenue Barron, WI 54812

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that Wisconsin will receive an additional $62.7 million investment under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which Senator Tammy Baldwin supported, to help communities upgrade essential water, wastewater, and storm water infrastructure, including replacing lead service lines and addressing emerging contaminants

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Katie Porter (D-CA) today re-introduced the bipartisan Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act, legislation that would increase transparency and accountability in large-scale government projects. The bill requires an annual report to taxpayers listing every government-funded project that is $1 billion or more over budget, or that

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Marquette County District Attorney. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by District Attorney Brian J. Juech’s resignation, effective March 10, 2023. The new district attorney will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that

MADISON, Wisconsin, February 24, 2023 – The Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy (CROWE) presents the first comprehensive analysis of Wisconsin tax reform in its latest report, The Economic Impact of Lowering Income Tax Rates in Wisconsin. “Tax reform is an important topic being discussed in Wisconsin,” said Kim