Rep. Duchow: Assembly advances workforce housing package

Madison, WI – Today, Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) joined her Assembly colleagues in passing a workforce housing package designed to lower home prices and increase housing availability across Wisconsin. Excessive regulations can drive up housing costs, with studies estimating that

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Rep. Haywood: GOP housing package fails to meet moment

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the State Assembly passed a series of bills that sought to increase affordable housing for Wisconsinites. In response, Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “While these bills slightly move the needle

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Rep. Piwowarczyk: Backs housing reforms

Madison- With Wisconsin’s median home price jumping from $160,500 in 2015 to $338,000 today, homeownership has become out of reach for many people just starting out. Today, the Assembly is making it a top priority to reverse this trend. One

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Rep. Dallman: Votes to increase housing supply in Wisconsin

MADISON, WI – State Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) voted in favor of a package of bills aimed at increasing Wisconsin’s housing supply for working-class families and lowering costs for first-time homebuyers. For many years, rising home prices have made it increasingly

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Rep. Zimmerman: Votes for legislative package to address housing costs

River Falls, WI — Representative Shannon Zimmerman (R–River Falls) voted for a package ofbills to lower costs for home buyers and increase the supply of homes during today’s Assemblyfloor session. After passage, he released the following statement: “In recent years there are many individuals who are struggling to purchase their

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U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Releases statement on Mark Pocan town hall

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. — On Tuesday, Congressman Derrick Van Orden released the following statement in response to Democrat Mark Pocan hosting campaign-funded, politically motivated town hall in La Crosse during a government shutdown. “If Mark Pocan is so serious about healthcare and driving down costs, then he should be in Washington,

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Rep. Duchow: Assembly advances workforce housing package

Madison, WI – Today, Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) joined her Assembly colleagues in passing a workforce housing package designed to lower home prices and increase housing availability across Wisconsin. Excessive regulations can drive up housing costs, with studies estimating that zoning and permitting rules add up to $88,000 to the

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Rep. Neylon: Assembly votes to increase working class housing supply

Madison – Today, State Representative Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee) joined Assembly Republicans to approve a slate of bills designed to address Wisconsin’s growing housing crisis by increasing the supply of affordable homes and streamlining development processes. The legislative package expands the use of Tax Increment Districts (TIDs) to support workforce housing,

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Rep. Haywood: GOP housing package fails to meet moment

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the State Assembly passed a series of bills that sought to increase affordable housing for Wisconsinites. In response, Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “While these bills slightly move the needle to create more affordable housing, they do not quite meet

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Rep. Piwowarczyk: Backs housing reforms

Madison- With Wisconsin’s median home price jumping from $160,500 in 2015 to $338,000 today, homeownership has become out of reach for many people just starting out. Today, the Assembly is making it a top priority to reverse this trend. One key strategy involves expanding the use of Tax Increment Districts

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Rep. Green: County forest administrator bill passes assembly

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) had his bill, Senate Bill 158, which updates county forest grant eligibility to fund half the salary and benefits of county forest administrators who meet new qualifications based on forestry or natural resources education and experience, pass the Assembly earlier today. “SB 158 expands

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Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Authors resolution honoring former Rep. Jim Soletski

MADISON – A joint resolution authored by Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) honoring the life of former State Rep. Jim Soletski was passed unanimously today by the State Assembly. Assembly Joint Resolution 11 (AJR11), co-authored by Sen. Jamie Wall (D-Green Bay) and Rep. Ryan Spaude (D-Green Bay), recognizes “…the life and

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Rep. Kaufert: Funeral procession “Purple Light” Bill passes assembly

MADISON – A bill authored by Rep. Dean Kaufert [R–Neenah] and Senator Julian Bradley [R–New Berlin] to help prevent disruptions of funeral processions passed the State Assembly with bipartisan support. The bill (AB 302), commonly called the “Purple Light” Bill, allows funeral directors to utilize a flashing purple light to

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Rep. Dallman: Votes to increase housing supply in Wisconsin

MADISON, WI – State Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) voted in favor of a package of bills aimed at increasing Wisconsin’s housing supply for working-class families and lowering costs for first-time homebuyers. For many years, rising home prices have made it increasingly difficult for many Wisconsinites to afford their first home. “In

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Rep. Allen: Assembly advances legislation to tackle workforce housing crisis

Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Assembly today passed a package of workforce housing legislation intended to encourage developers to build more affordable homes, support first-time buyers, and foster real estate development across the state. Workforce housing, often conflated with “affordable housing,” refers to housing options designed for middle-income workers—such as

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Wisconsin Dairy Coalition: Wisconsin lawmaker joined dairy leaders in call for year-round ag workforce visa reform at World Dairy Expo

MADISON, Wis. — Farmers, processors, and policymakers gathered at World Dairy Expo on Oct. 2 to issue a unified call for common-sense immigration and workforce reform to stabilize U.S. agriculture and protect America’s food supply. The press conference was organized by the American Business Immigration Coalition (ABIC), partnering with American Dairy

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Fox Cities Chamber: Cheers to 15 years! Fox Cities Chamber celebrates 15 years of its future 15 awards for young professionals

Fox Cities, Wis. (October 7, 2025) – It’s a golden year for the Fox Cities’ brightest young leaders! The Fox Cities Chamber’s Pulse Young Professionals Network is rolling out the red carpet for the 15th Annual Future 15 Awards on Wednesday, October 23, 2025. Tickets are still available for this milestone event, which will shine a

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Sen. Roys, Rep. Emerson: ‘Everyone deserves the freedom to build a family’: Introduce Building Families Act

MADISON — Today, Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison) and Rep. Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) announced the introduction of the Building Families Act, which would require insurance coverage for infertility treatments and fertility preservation services, expanding coverage of all insurance. The legislators were joined by Dr. Bala Bhagavath, Reproductive Endocrinologist; Dr. Lauren Stippich,

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