Rep. Johnson: Introduces BadgerCare Public Option

MADISON, WI — Today, State Representative Tara Johnson (D – Town of Shelby) introduced a BadgerCare Public Option bill alongside her Democrat colleagues. Representative Johnson shared the following statement: “I am proud to be with all of these amazing folks and

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Rep. Stubbs: Applauds signing of Executive Order #285

MADISON, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed Executive Order #285, calling the State Legislature into a special session at noon on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 for the purposes of amending the constitution to ban partisan gerrymandering in Wisconsin. Representative

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Rep. Dittrich, Sen. Jacque: React to SCOTUS decision, upholding parental rights

Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R – Oconomowoc) and Senator Andre Jacque (R – New Franken) released the following statements in response to the United States’ Supreme Court decision in Mirabelli v. Bonta: “What the US Supreme Court decision made irrefutable in its decision is that parents are the ultimate decision-makers when it comes

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Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities: Wisconsin’s private colleges drive a $5.4 billion economy

Innovation, Student Aid Legislation Would Strengthen our State’s Higher Education Economic Engine Madison, WI — Wisconsin’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities play a vital role in powering the state’s economy, workforce, and communities. “The scale and efficiency of our sector’s contributions are significant,” says WAICU President and CEO Eric W.

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Sen. Keyeski, Sen. Pfaff: Introduce “Stop the Stadium Squeeze” bill to lower food and beverage costs at sporting events, concerts

MADISON, WI – Today, State Senators Sarah Keyeski (D-Lodi) and Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) introduced Stop the Stadium Squeeze legislation to prevent exorbitant concession pricing. The proposal would prevent publicly supported stadiums from selling food or beverages at prices exceeding the seller’s cost plus a markup of more than 20%.  The bill authors released

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Xiong campaign: Over 50 elected, former elected, and community leaders publicly endorse Yee Leng Xiong for State Treasurer

Wausau, WI – A diverse coalition of over 50 elected officials, former elected leaders, and community leaders from across Wisconsin today announced their public endorsement of Yee Leng Xiong for State Treasurer.   This announcement underscores the growing momentum behind Yee’s campaign and solidifies him as the frontrunner for the Democratic

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Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Warns school districts and alerts parents after Supreme Court affirms parents’ rights in schools

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has provided new legal guidance to school districts and parents following the Supreme Court’s recent order in Mirabelli v. Bonta, which addressed parental rights in the context of school policies concerning student gender identity. The Quote: WILL Deputy Counsel, Cory Brewer, stated: “The

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Rep. Vining: Introduces bill to create BadgerCare Public Option

MADISON – Today Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers introduced new health legislation to create a BadgerCare Public option amidst rising healthcare costs. LRB-6040 requires the Department of Health Services to request federal approval to allow any Wisconsin citizen, regardless of income, to purchase health coverage through BadgerCare. It also directs the Office

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Berman campaign: Defend the Vote endorses Mitchell Berman for Congress 

RAYMOND, Wis. – Today, Defend The Vote endorsed emergency room nurse Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, recognizing his commitment to cracking down on corruption in Washington to make life more affordable for Americans. “Mitchell Berman is ready to take on the corruption in Washington that’s driving up costs

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Rep. Johnson: Introduces BadgerCare Public Option

MADISON, WI — Today, State Representative Tara Johnson (D – Town of Shelby) introduced a BadgerCare Public Option bill alongside her Democrat colleagues. Representative Johnson shared the following statement: “I am proud to be with all of these amazing folks and so many of my fellow Democrats in the legislature who,

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Rep. Stubbs: Applauds signing of Executive Order #285

MADISON, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed Executive Order #285, calling the State Legislature into a special session at noon on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 for the purposes of amending the constitution to ban partisan gerrymandering in Wisconsin. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “Today, Governor Tony

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Dept. of Financial Institutions: Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions report sound year-end 2025 financial performance

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions reported sound financial performance through year-end 2025, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of December 31, 2025, there were 98 state-chartered credit unions, two federal credit unions, and a corporate credit union serving Wisconsin residents. At

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Sen. Roys: Introduces legislation to prohibit discriminatory pricing 

MADISON — Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison) introduced legislation to reduce the price of groceries and other consumer goods by requiring fair, transparent, and nondiscriminatory pricing for these items. At a time of rapid inflation and high prices, consumers need a champion to lower costs.  With the advent of mass surveillance,

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Rep. Moore Omokunde: Statement on BadgerCare Public Option bill rollout

MADISON— Today, Legislative Democrats introduced a BadgerCare Public Option bill. State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde (D-Milwaukee) shared the following: “Our purpose today is simple: every Wisconsinite deserves access to quality, affordable healthcare – And for too many in our state, this is not a reality. Hard-working people are falling through

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