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Washington, D.C. – Ten days after Trump’s health care premium hikes beganhitting working families’ pocketbooks, he showed the American people that he still doesn’t understand their most basic needs. On Sunday, Trumpthreatened to veto a bill that would restore Affordable
Fond du Lac, WI — State Representative Jerry O’Connor (R- Fond du Lac) released the following statement in support of Assembly Bill 840, which recognizes the growing role of data centers in the modern economy while ensuring their impacts are managed
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden will temporarily miss votes beginning Monday, January 12, 2026, as his wife undergoes a scheduled surgical procedure. Rep. Van Orden’s district and Washington, D.C. offices will remain open and fully operational to continue serving the
MADISON, Wis. — Today, a new report came out highlighting Maria Lazar’s extreme stance on abortion, revealing that she would support a federal heartbeat law—which would ban abortion at roughly six weeks. The report also notes that Lazar praised the overturning of Roe v.
On Friday, Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature introduced legislation that restricts how renewable energy can be used to power data centers, raising concerns about higher costs and unnecessary limits on clean energy development. In response, Evergreen Action State Advocacy Director Courtney Brady released the
MADISON – Legislation authored by Sen. Rob Hutton (R–Brookfield) to ensure employers have the tools they need to continue offering quality, affordable health insurance benefits for their employees was approved by a Senate committee on Friday. The legislation, Senate Bill 703, addresses
MADISON, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement regarding the introduction of Assembly Bill 840 (AB 840) relating to requirements for data centers. “I signed on as a co-sponsor of Representative Zimmerman and Senator Quinn’s bill to ensure
CONTACT: Todd Novak, novak4assembly@gmail.com Dodgeville, WI – Rep. Todd Novak will seek re-election in 2026. During his time in the Assembly, Todd has proven himself a strong advocate and independent voice for the district. Voters know they can trust Todd to
MADISON, Wis. — On Friday, a new report detailed Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s blatant flip-flop on the Affordable Care Act. Van Orden only voted with Democrats to continue ACA tax credits after they had already expired and Wisconsinites saw their health care costs
MADISON, Wis. — Right-wing judge and Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Maria Lazar has once again been caught spewing an anti-abortion agenda. At a recent event, Lazar confirmed her opposition to abortion rights and discussed the possibility of a new abortion ban in
Milwaukee – WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR (WUWM), Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) and WXPR announced today that they have entered a partnership to share news content among the three stations. WUWM, WPR and WXPR will share reporting on issues vital
For the last year, Democratic and Progressive organizers have been mounting press conferences, protests, rallies and other actions in order to try to force Rep. Derrick Van Orden to protect ACA subsidies and prevent insurance premiums in the district from
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Chairman of the Committee on House Administration, introduced the Stop Insider Trading Act. This legislation prohibits Members of Congress, spouses, and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks. The Stop Insider Trading Act also requires
SS4A Grant Funds Would Support Projects Anticipated to Save Lives Along Corridors of Concern MILWAUKEE – Today, County Executive David Crowley announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded Milwaukee County with the third-largest Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant in the federal program’s 2025 funding cycle. Milwaukee County
Non-Profit launches website, billboard and more! Franklin, WI – The National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan, service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin this morning formally launched its “The Lord Knows When We Look Away” campaign
Deadline to apply: Feb. 15, 2026 The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking for new troopers to serve in communities across the state. Applications are only accepted during the annual recruitment period which begins today and ends on Feb. 15, 2026.
Since 2007 WisconsinEye has led the way to keep state government transparent, honest, and accountable. The network is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on charitable investments to fulfill its mission of public service. For the past 18 years,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to take advantage of its annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 17-18, 2026 and share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. Winter Free Fishing Weekend gives families,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin meat processors to apply for the Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant through February 23, 2026. The meat processor grant program aims to grow Wisconsin’s meat industry
Washington, D.C. – Ten days after Trump’s health care premium hikes beganhitting working families’ pocketbooks, he showed the American people that he still doesn’t understand their most basic needs. On Sunday, Trumpthreatened to veto a bill that would restore Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits fornearly 22 million Americans who
Fond du Lac, WI — State Representative Jerry O’Connor (R- Fond du Lac) released the following statement in support of Assembly Bill 840, which recognizes the growing role of data centers in the modern economy while ensuring their impacts are managed responsibly by ensuring that the cost of increased electricity demand
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden will temporarily miss votes beginning Monday, January 12, 2026, as his wife undergoes a scheduled surgical procedure. Rep. Van Orden’s district and Washington, D.C. offices will remain open and fully operational to continue serving the people of Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. “I am very thankful
MADISON, Wis. — Today, a new report came out highlighting Maria Lazar’s extreme stance on abortion, revealing that she would support a federal heartbeat law—which would ban abortion at roughly six weeks. The report also notes that Lazar praised the overturning of Roe v. Wade, saying the landmark legislation “didn’t work,” and refused to
On Friday, Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature introduced legislation that restricts how renewable energy can be used to power data centers, raising concerns about higher costs and unnecessary limits on clean energy development. In response, Evergreen Action State Advocacy Director Courtney Brady released the following statement: “Wisconsin has a real opportunity to meet growing
MADISON – Legislation authored by Sen. Rob Hutton (R–Brookfield) to ensure employers have the tools they need to continue offering quality, affordable health insurance benefits for their employees was approved by a Senate committee on Friday. The legislation, Senate Bill 703, addresses the explosion in the cost of employer-sponsored health coverage. With
MADISON, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement regarding the introduction of Assembly Bill 840 (AB 840) relating to requirements for data centers. “I signed on as a co-sponsor of Representative Zimmerman and Senator Quinn’s bill to ensure data centers across Wisconsin do not adversely affect Wisconsinites,” said
CONTACT: Todd Novak, novak4assembly@gmail.com Dodgeville, WI – Rep. Todd Novak will seek re-election in 2026. During his time in the Assembly, Todd has proven himself a strong advocate and independent voice for the district. Voters know they can trust Todd to put partisanship aside and get things done that put his
MADISON, Wis. — On Friday, a new report detailed Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s blatant flip-flop on the Affordable Care Act. Van Orden only voted with Democrats to continue ACA tax credits after they had already expired and Wisconsinites saw their health care costs skyrocket. Despite this eleventh-hour vote, he continues to oppose the
MADISON, Wis. — Right-wing judge and Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Maria Lazar has once again been caught spewing an anti-abortion agenda. At a recent event, Lazar confirmed her opposition to abortion rights and discussed the possibility of a new abortion ban in Wisconsin, despite the fact that an overwhelming majority of Wisconsinites want safe
Milwaukee – WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR (WUWM), Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) and WXPR announced today that they have entered a partnership to share news content among the three stations. WUWM, WPR and WXPR will share reporting on issues vital to communities across Wisconsin, with a particular focus on the
For the last year, Democratic and Progressive organizers have been mounting press conferences, protests, rallies and other actions in order to try to force Rep. Derrick Van Orden to protect ACA subsidies and prevent insurance premiums in the district from skyrocketing. And on Thursday, January 8, this long-term and concerted
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Chairman of the Committee on House Administration, introduced the Stop Insider Trading Act. This legislation prohibits Members of Congress, spouses, and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks. The Stop Insider Trading Act also requires public notice 7 days before a lawmaker, spouse, or dependent
SS4A Grant Funds Would Support Projects Anticipated to Save Lives Along Corridors of Concern MILWAUKEE – Today, County Executive David Crowley announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded Milwaukee County with the third-largest Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant in the federal program’s 2025 funding cycle. Milwaukee County will receive nearly $25 million to fund 67 traffic safety projects along ten of the
Non-Profit launches website, billboard and more! Franklin, WI – The National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan, service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin this morning formally launched its “The Lord Knows When We Look Away” campaign to remind all Christians of the intersection between their faith
Deadline to apply: Feb. 15, 2026 The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking for new troopers to serve in communities across the state. Applications are only accepted during the annual recruitment period which begins today and ends on Feb. 15, 2026. The Wisconsin State Patrol is a statewide, multi-role law enforcement
Since 2007 WisconsinEye has led the way to keep state government transparent, honest, and accountable. The network is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on charitable investments to fulfill its mission of public service. For the past 18 years, WisconsinEye Public Affairs Network has provided a window into the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to take advantage of its annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 17-18, 2026 and share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. Winter Free Fishing Weekend gives families, friends and newcomers an opportunity give fishing a try or
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin meat processors to apply for the Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant through February 23, 2026. The meat processor grant program aims to grow Wisconsin’s meat industry and improve the long-term viability of the state’s livestock sector.