MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension are teaming up to launch a new Spongy Moth Resource Center. The website, which replaces the state’s former
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to Milwaukee today as part of her nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “From day one of the Biden-Harris Administration, President Biden and Vice President
MADISON, WI – More than 200 dairy business leaders in 31 states are today calling on Congressional leaders to fully fund Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBII) in 2025, and throughout the duration of the pending new Farm Bill. In a
Audio File of Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month across the state and nation. Gov. Evers proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and a copy
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “Every time Kamala Harris visits Wisconsin, voters are reminded of the failed agenda of the Biden
CRANDON, Wis.—May 16, 2024—The Biden-Harris Administration recently hosted Sokaogon Chippewa Community Mole Lake Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribal Chairman Robert Van Zile and other rural leaders from across the United States at the White House. Chairman Van Zile was
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to make small tweaks to their daily routines to improve the state’s air quality this Clean Air Month. The average adult breathes about 20,000 times each day, and the
MADISON, Wis.– Wisconsin tart cherry growers have until June 15, 2024 to submit their vote to elect two new members to the five-member Wisconsin Cherry Board. No nominations were received by the original March 29, 2024 nomination period deadline or
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 75 of his Senate colleagues in introducing a resolution designating the week of May 12 through 18, 2024, as National Police Week. “National Police Week is an important time to recognize
MADISON, WI – “I am pleased – and proud – to enthusiastically endorse Chuck Erickson for the WI State Assembly,” announced Kathleen Falk, Dane County Executive (1997-2011), the longest serving Dane County Executive in history. “For over a decade during my
MADISON –Sen. Jesse James (R-Altoona) issued a statement Tuesday following the Wisconsin State Senate’s veto override of several bills, including SB1014, relating to funding for hospital emergency department services. The bill, intended for use in the Chippewa Valley following the regional
Madison, WI – Today, the Senate voted to override many of Governor Evers’s vetoes. The post-election audit bill (SB 736) authored by Rep Allen and Sen. Tomczyk is one such bill that the Senate voted to override. “Today, the Senate
MADISON, Wis. — In honor of today’s observance of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Today, we honor the sacrifices made by Hmong-Lao veterans fighting alongside the United States during the Vietnam War and celebrate the
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to his vote to override Governor Evers’s veto SB 312: “This legislative session has seen a number of significant bipartisan victories for the people of
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement regarding the Senate’s action today: “The legislature has passed hundreds of bills to solve problems facing Wisconsin businesses and families. Most of these bills were signed into law, but
ICYMI: Congressmen Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Andy Barr (KY-06) last week sent a letter to the U.S. Treasury Department demanding the Biden administration investigate German company, Deutsche Börse’s acquisition of Institutional Shareholder Services Inc (ISS). ISS is the largest proxy
MADISON, WIS. — Today, the Wisconsin State Senate voted 21 to 10 to override the governor’s veto of Senate Bill 145. The bill would permit nurse practitioners to practice independent of physicians, like they already do in 27 other states.
STEVENS POINT, WI – Today, the American Federation of Teachers–Wisconsin (AFT-Wisconsin) announced that they have endorsed Katrina Shankland for Congress in Western and Central Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. The union represents thousands of public employees across the state, including K-12,
LA CROSSE, Wis. – Today, a new mobile billboard from Opportunity Wisconsin will ask Congressman Derrick Van Orden to oppose a Republican-backed measure which would keep credit card late fees high. The billboard will be at locations throughout La Crosse
MADISON— Today, Rep. Katrina Shankland (D-Stevens Point) was presented the 2023-2024 Legislative Excellence Award from the Dairy Business Association. Upon receiving the award, Rep. Shankland released the following statement: “While serving in the State Assembly, it has been my priority
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension are teaming up to launch a new Spongy Moth Resource Center. The website, which replaces the state’s former interagency spongy moth information webpage, makes it easier for Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to Milwaukee today as part of her nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “From day one of the Biden-Harris Administration, President Biden and Vice President Harris have been focused on building an economy that works
MADISON, WI – More than 200 dairy business leaders in 31 states are today calling on Congressional leaders to fully fund Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBII) in 2025, and throughout the duration of the pending new Farm Bill. In a public letter written by Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association and Organic
Audio File of Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month across the state and nation. Gov. Evers proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and a copy of the governor’s proclamation is available here. Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “Every time Kamala Harris visits Wisconsin, voters are reminded of the failed agenda of the Biden Administration. From higher inflation to lower wages, voters know they
CRANDON, Wis.—May 16, 2024—The Biden-Harris Administration recently hosted Sokaogon Chippewa Community Mole Lake Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribal Chairman Robert Van Zile and other rural leaders from across the United States at the White House. Chairman Van Zile was one of the first to stand up to share his
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to make small tweaks to their daily routines to improve the state’s air quality this Clean Air Month. The average adult breathes about 20,000 times each day, and the quality of the air we breathe is influenced by decisions
MADISON, Wis.– Wisconsin tart cherry growers have until June 15, 2024 to submit their vote to elect two new members to the five-member Wisconsin Cherry Board. No nominations were received by the original March 29, 2024 nomination period deadline or by the April 19, 2024 extended deadline. The Wisconsin Department
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 75 of his Senate colleagues in introducing a resolution designating the week of May 12 through 18, 2024, as National Police Week. “National Police Week is an important time to recognize the service and sacrifice of our brave law enforcement officers
MADISON, WI – “I am pleased – and proud – to enthusiastically endorse Chuck Erickson for the WI State Assembly,” announced Kathleen Falk, Dane County Executive (1997-2011), the longest serving Dane County Executive in history. “For over a decade during my service as County Executive, Chuck Erickson was a supervisor that
MADISON –Sen. Jesse James (R-Altoona) issued a statement Tuesday following the Wisconsin State Senate’s veto override of several bills, including SB1014, relating to funding for hospital emergency department services. The bill, intended for use in the Chippewa Valley following the regional pullout of HSHS and Prevea Healthcare systems, outlined guidelines for
Madison, WI – Today, the Senate voted to override many of Governor Evers’s vetoes. The post-election audit bill (SB 736) authored by Rep Allen and Sen. Tomczyk is one such bill that the Senate voted to override. “Today, the Senate took action to override Governor Evers’ veto on a sensible
MADISON, Wis. — In honor of today’s observance of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Today, we honor the sacrifices made by Hmong-Lao veterans fighting alongside the United States during the Vietnam War and celebrate the thousands of Hmong-Lao veterans who call Wisconsin home. The Hmong-Lao
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to his vote to override Governor Evers’s veto SB 312: “This legislative session has seen a number of significant bipartisan victories for the people of Wisconsin, but a handful of Governor Evers’s vetoes before the
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement regarding the Senate’s action today: “The legislature has passed hundreds of bills to solve problems facing Wisconsin businesses and families. Most of these bills were signed into law, but many were vetoed by a Governor more focused on politics
ICYMI: Congressmen Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Andy Barr (KY-06) last week sent a letter to the U.S. Treasury Department demanding the Biden administration investigate German company, Deutsche Börse’s acquisition of Institutional Shareholder Services Inc (ISS). ISS is the largest proxy advisory firm both in the U.S. and abroad. ISS has
MADISON, WIS. — Today, the Wisconsin State Senate voted 21 to 10 to override the governor’s veto of Senate Bill 145. The bill would permit nurse practitioners to practice independent of physicians, like they already do in 27 other states. Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Fox Crossing) authored the bill with Senator
STEVENS POINT, WI – Today, the American Federation of Teachers–Wisconsin (AFT-Wisconsin) announced that they have endorsed Katrina Shankland for Congress in Western and Central Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. The union represents thousands of public employees across the state, including K-12, higher ed, the tech college system, and other state workers.
LA CROSSE, Wis. – Today, a new mobile billboard from Opportunity Wisconsin will ask Congressman Derrick Van Orden to oppose a Republican-backed measure which would keep credit card late fees high. The billboard will be at locations throughout La Crosse today to highlight the proposal that would protect high late
MADISON— Today, Rep. Katrina Shankland (D-Stevens Point) was presented the 2023-2024 Legislative Excellence Award from the Dairy Business Association. Upon receiving the award, Rep. Shankland released the following statement: “While serving in the State Assembly, it has been my priority to find commonsense solutions to the most pressing challenges impacting