MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters today celebrated a landmark victory for public health as Gov. Tony Evers signed AB 130 and AB 131 into law. The legislation releases $132 million in funding to combat PFAS contamination across the state. The signing is a major step in a seven-year advocacy campaign

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed two bipartisan bills, Assembly Bill 130, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 200, and Assembly Bill 131, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 201, which, together, facilitate the release of the $125 million in stalled PFAS investments that have languished unspent in Madison for years despite the governor’s

MADISON, Wis. — Today, election officials could have started processing absentee ballots in Wisconsin’s spring election, ensuring timelier results for Wisconsinites, but Republicans in the state legislature stopped that from happening. A bipartisan bill that would have allowed election officials to start processing absentee ballots on the Monday before Election Day never

Milwaukee, WI – Scammers steal millions of dollars from Wisconsinites every year, and their tactics are constantly evolving. That’s why it’s more important than ever to arm yourself with the latest information you need to stay vigilant and battle the criminals on their own turf, says AARP Wisconsin, which is hosting

Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 1032, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Patrick Testin (R–Stevens Point). The legislation would have clarified that the Natural Resources Board may sell Department of Natural Resources (DNR) land located within one mile of, or adjacent to, a

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) pressed the Trump Administration on the Department of Veteran Affairs’ (VA) decision to cut staff and restructure the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)—which would eliminate critical resources for VA hospitals, cut positions, and jeopardize care for Wisconsin veterans.  “I have heard from veterans,

Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 460, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator John Jagler (R–Watertown). The legislation would have extended Wisconsin’s School Choice program’s “once in, always in” provision to include siblings and other dependents in a family. The current provision allows a

MADISON — Wisconsin’s ability to meet the growing demand for high-quality educators depends on retaining more teachers and keeping newly trained graduates in the state, according to new data in a report released today by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The latest Educator Preparation Program and Workforce Analysis Report highlights

MADISON… In response to the veto of Senate Bill 36, legislation which would have provided a state income tax exemption on qualified tips in Wisconsin, bill author Senator André Jacque (New Franken) issued the following statement: “I am disappointed with Governor Evers’ decision today to veto the ‘No Tax on

MADISON, WI…Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) and Representative Shae Sortwell (Two Rivers) to impose the penalty of life in prison for child traffickers was signed into law late afternoon Friday by Governor Tony Evers as Wisconsin Act 187. “Child trafficking is a horrific crime that steals the

Madison, Wis. – On Friday, Governor Evers vetoed Senate Bill 622, authored by Senator Romaine Quinn (R-Birchwood), which would have prevented exorbitant fee increases on agricultural producers. Quinn released the following statement in response: “Last year the liberal state Supreme Court handed down a ruling to remove legislative oversight from the

Common Cause is reminding voters they can get nonpartisan answers on any last-minute voting questions with 866-OUR-VOTE.  The final day of voting is tomorrow!  All absentee ballots must be returned to clerks on this day, and it is the last day for in-person voting.   Common Cause is part of the largest

GRAFTON, WI — State Representative Paul Melotik (R-Grafton) issued the following statement today after Governor Tony Evers vetoed bipartisan legislation aimed at eliminating state income tax on overtime pay for Wisconsin workers. “On Good Friday, Governor Evers turned his back on the hard-working people of Wisconsin,” said Rep. Melotik. “This

It’s not too late to obtain an ID needed to vote in tomorrow’s Spring Election The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will extend hours at customer service centers on Monday (April 6) and Tuesday (April 7). DMV service centers will remain open until 6 p.m.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed the week of April 6 – 12, 2026, as Money Smart Wisconsin Week to raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy education and financial wellness. “Financial education empowers folks by equipping them with the knowledge to make

The DLCC is launching a slate of must-watch elections across Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, and Iowa WASHINGTON — Today, the DLCC announced our first 50 Target Races for the 2026 midterms across key battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, and Iowa. These

MADISON — State Representative Margaret Arney released the following statement regarding the recent detention of Salah Sarsour, the president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee (ISM) by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): The arrest and detention of Salah Sarsour by ICE is deeply unsettling. This is not an issue

MADISON – In direct contradiction to his own stated goals of lowering taxes for lower- and middle-income families, Governor Evers on Good Friday vetoed a series of bills that would have largely benefitted service employees who rely on tips, hourly employees who rely on overtime, and homeowners who have been stunned

WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, released the following statement after Governor Evers vetoed Senate Bill 389, legislation that would have ended his 400-year property tax increase, which extends until the year 2425. “Wisconsin already has some of the highest property taxes in America, and Governor Evers

MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin (UW) System board of regents appears poised to meet in closed session to remove Jay Rothman as president of the system. Rothman has served as president of UW System since 2022. The timing, after the adjournment of the state Legislature and over the