Updated Bill Package Includes New Minimum Wage, Free Communications, Access to Outdoors, Sunlight, Hot Showers, Among Other Protections MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, on the steps of the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Rep. Darrin Madison (D-10) released an updated and improved Conditions of Confinement bill package, developed in close consultation with advocates

MADISON, Wis. — In response to a handful of Democratic senators joining with Republicans to end the MAGA government shutdown, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Democrats were fighting to ensure 275,000 Wisconsinites could receive health care and that over 700,000 people could have food put on the

(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) — As millions of Americans received notifications from the ACA Marketplace as their health insurance premiums double or even triple, the U.S. Senate voted to begin the process of reopening the government—without the extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits.  314 Action endorsed candidates and Senators across the country blasted

Businesses should not refuse service, DATCP is prepared to enforce against price gouging MADISON, Wis. – Retailers and grocery stores play an important role in ensuring FoodShare members can access healthy, nutritious food to feed their families. Today, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and the Wisconsin

“I am deeply heartened by the Supreme Court’s decision, because just like in Green Bay, love is still winning. Our city continues to show that we take care of one another regardless of who you love, what language you speak, how you arrived here, or how much money you make. These

MADISON, Wis. – In response to today’s revelation of the fraudulent-elector pardons, Jeff Mandell, President and General Counsel of Law Forward, observed: “Many are dismissing these pardons as merely symbolic. That misses the point. While the pardon has little immediate effect, its purpose is emblematic: it sends an unmistakable message that

Public Comment Period Open Through Dec. 1 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the Draft Program Guidance for the Federal Recreational Trail Program (RTP) Grant Program. The RTP Grant Program guidance will no longer be combined with the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Local Assistance Program or

Governor calls out Republicans in Congress for staying silent as Trump Administration tries to take food away from Wisconsin kids, families, and seniors MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, in a letter to Wisconsin’s congressional delegation, called out several Republican members of U.S. Congress for staying silent as the Trump Administration tries to ask Wisconsin to retu… Please log in to

“Today’s decision by President Trump to pardon those tied to efforts to overturn Wisconsin’s 2020 election is deeply disappointing and painful for our community. Green Bay was ground zero for these conspiracy theories—costing taxpayers millions, threatening public servants, and endangering lives. My husband and I, along with others, faced harassment and death

Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) announces that its free, secure, electronic filingoption, WisTax, will be available for filing 2025 income taxes, starting in February 2026 with expanded featuresfor those who claim the Veterans and Surviving Spouses Property Credit or need to amend their return. Thisannouncement comes

Hunters Can Donate While Purchasing Licenses MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin (NRF) are pleased to announce that over $100,000 from the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund will be supporting six habitat projects on public lands this year in Dane, Dodge, Fond

MADISON—Today, State Rep. Francesca Hong endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1.  Rep. Hong joins a growing list of endorsements for Judge Jones that includes Justice Susan Crawford, Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett, and State Rep. Lisa Subeck.  “Ben Jones has already shown

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Evers Administration is joining a new court motion filing with a multi-state coalition to prevent the Trump Administration from yanking FoodShare payments from nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites, including almost 270,000 kids. The move comes after the Trump Administration on Saturday, November 8, sent correspondence suggesting Wisconsin s…

The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) is calling for full transparency and accountability following public confirmation from Senator Mark Spreitzer and Representative Clinton Anderson that their recently unveiled “local aid” bills would, in fact, alter Wisconsin’s state shared revenue formula and redirect funds from the Local Government Fund, which is

Legislation does not stop Wisconsinites’ health care costs from rising as much as $30,000 next year 78% of Americans – including majorities of Republicans, Democrats, and Independents – support extending health care tax breaks WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement on the government funding

(Milwaukee, WI)  — A sold-out crowd of over 250 people is expected to attend The International Ship Masters’ Association (ISMA) – Milwaukee Lodge 6, and Wisconsin Marine Historical Society event, “29 Bells: A 50th Commemoration of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald and her Crew”, Monday, November 10, 2025, from 5 – 8 p.m. at

MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley released the following statement in response to the Trump administration’s letter directing Governor Tony Evers to return November FoodShare payments to the federal government: “In compliance with the court order requiring the Trump administration to release full SNAP funding for November, Governor Tony Evers took

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today responded to new correspondence from the Trump Administration suggesting Wisconsin should return FoodShare payments to the federal government. Wisconsin and other states received the guidance after Gov. Evers and the Evers Administration led a coalition of states and governors last night in filing a new lette… Please log

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  States urge court to enforce directive requiring Trump Administration to ensure federal resources are available to pay November SNAP payments in full as required by court order MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and the Evers Administration led a coalition of states and governors in filing a new letter before the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals asking the c… Please log in

Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge William V. Gruber has ruled that Town of Palmyra Board members violated Wisconsin’s Open Meetings Law on five occasions, in a case brought by local resident and former board member Weenonah Brattset.  The judge’s ruling requires the Town to reimburse Brattset for over $35,000 in