Dept. of Justice: Announces overdose death initiative

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation, in partnership with the Wisconsin National Guard Counterdrug Program, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, is pleased to announce the Overdose Death Initiative

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Rep. Miresse: Introduces the Farmers Keep Wisconsin Growing bill package

Madison, Wis. —Today, Rep. Miresse announced a new Democratic legislative package designed to strengthen Wisconsin’s agricultural industry, expand market opportunities for farmers, and safeguard the state’s agricultural economy from the harm caused by ongoing federal tariff policies. Rep Miresse released the following: “We know how important farmers are to our

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Dept. of Health Services: Continues to recommend hepatitis B vaccine dose within 24 hours of birth

Health officials reviewed safety and effectiveness of hepatitis B vaccine, issuing guidance to parents, clinicians The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) continues to recommend the hepatitis B vaccine at birth for all newborns and today issued guidance to Wisconsin health care providers affirming the recommendation. Wisconsin’s guidance comes after the CDC

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Dept. of Justice: Announces overdose death initiative

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation, in partnership with the Wisconsin National Guard Counterdrug Program, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, is pleased to announce the Overdose Death Initiative (ODI). ODI was created in May 2024 and became an

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Rep. Armstrong: Governor signs Armstrong bill into law

MADISON, WI – Governor Tony Evers has signed a proposal introduced by State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) that will improve an incentive to Wisconsin businesses to invest in workforce housing and childcare. Assembly Bill 280, which is now Act 78, builds on legislation Representative Armstrong successfully shepherded to the Governor’s

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Sen. Jacque: Plan to extend PTSD coverage for volunteer firefighters, emergency medical personnel moves forward

MADISON, WI…Following negotiations between labor and management, the Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC) has developed consensus legislation to improve the workers compensation system in Wisconsin.  Among changes to the system incorporated into the bill include components of Senate Bill 168, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) workers compensation coverage for volunteer firef…

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Brennan campaign: Joel Brennan launches campaign for governor

Milwaukee, WI – Joel Brennan today launched his campaign for governor, vowing to stand up to Donald Trump while focusing on improving the lives of people across Wisconsin and moving the state forward. Watch Joel’s Announcement Video Here. “Thanks to Donald Trump’s chaos and incompetence, the numbers just aren’t adding up

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Wisconsin Historical Society: Jennibel Shipwreck (Schooner) listed in the State Register of Historic Places

GIBRALTAR, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Jennibel Shipwreck (Schooner) in Lake Michigan near the Town of Gibraltar (Door County) on the State Register of Historic Places. State Historic Preservation Officer Tricia Canaday presented a certificate to Tamara Thomsen. The Jennibel Shipwreck (Schooner) was constructed

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Greater Milwaukee Committee: Joel Brennan to step away from duties as president of Greater Milwaukee Committee

MILWAUKEE – Joel Brennan, president of the Greater Milwaukee Committee (GMC), today announced he will step away from that role. Cristy Garcia-Thomas – a long-standing business executive and member of the GMC Board – will serve as interim president. Garcia-Thomas brings deep experience, respect across the organization, and a strong commitment to

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Rep. Sheehan: Introduces special education funding bill to keep budget promise

MADISON, Wis – Representative Joe Sheehan (D-Sheboygan) along with his Democratic colleagues on the education committee introduced LRB-5599, a bill that would ensure a sum-sufficient special education reimbursement rate of 42% in the 2025-26 school year and 45% for 2026-2027. Recently, the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) stated that current funding passed in Wiscons… Please

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Chairs Joint Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on Obamacare subsidy fraud

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a joint hearing with the Subcommittee on Oversight titled, “Fighting Obamacare Subsidy Fraud: Is the Administrative Procedure Act Working as Intended.” Rep. Fitzgerald issued the

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U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement on FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. –  — Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) announced major victories secured in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act following today’s House passage. “This bill puts our warfighters first. The FY26 NDAA strengthens America’s ability to fight, adapt, and win. It reinforces our alliances, modernizes our investments in America’s national security, and

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Rejects FY26 defense bill as costs continue to skyrocket

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), co-chair and co-founder of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, released the following statement after voting against final passage of the $890.6 billion FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill’s topline does not reflect the additional $150 billion added to the Pentagon’s budget through

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