Following the vote taken on an anti-trans bill in Congress earlier today and in anticipation of another tomorrow, Fair Wisconsin’s Executive Director Abigail Swetz released the following statement: “I am appalled but not surprised to see the breakdowns of today’s vote. I’m appalled because of what a ‘yes’ vote on

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act. “When it comes to Obamacare, we can’t keep writing blank checks for a heavily subsidized program that continues to drive up costs. After 15 years, the

MADISON, Wis. — Today, in a rare act of defiance, four House Republicans signed onto a bipartisan petition to force a vote on extending ACA tax credits, a hopeful sign for the families who rely on these credits to afford health care. However, Wisconsin Republicans Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil, both of

MADISON, Wis. — Legislation authored by Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) to increase penalties for drug dealing near a homeless shelter received a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety at the State Capitol on Wednesday. Current law already provides a penalty enhancement for those convicted of

Washington, D.C. — After months of chaos, four vulnerable House Republicans have finally signed on to the Democrats’ discharge petition to force a vote on a three-year clean extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits. On January 1, over 21 million Americans will see their premiums double, triple, or

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today recognized the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority (WHEFA) for another year of successfully assisting nonprofit organizations across the state “Nonprofit organizations – including hospitals, senior care providers, colleges and universities, K-12 schools, and other community-based organizations – play a critical role in delivering essential services, improving

All Affected Schools Now Meet or Exceed Standards (MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced today that after 10 months of intense work, the district has completed its lead-paint stabilization efforts in 99 schools identified as needing intervention, and the buildings have been inspected and deemed safe from lead hazards. The completion of the work comes ahead of the district’s self-imposed deadline of December 31.   “This is an important milestone for the MPS

WBA releases results of Bank CEO Economic Conditions Survey Madison, Wis. — The results of the latest Wisconsin Bankers Association’s biannual Economic Conditions Survey of Wisconsin bank CEOs reflect 79% of respondents rated Wisconsin’s current economic health as “good.” Fifty-five percent of respondents expect Wisconsin’s economy to stay about the same

MILWAUKEE_The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will award more than 1,500 degrees at its 133rd commencement on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 10 a.m. at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, 400 W. Kilbourn Ave. The university will present 1,149 bachelor’s degrees, 293 master’s degrees, 34 doctoral degrees, 14 associate degrees and 75 certificates. The

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that the Wisconsin State Building Commission met to approve approximately $185 million in construction projects across the state. “Closing Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake schools and getting our kids closer to home and the support systems they rely on has been our prerogative

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, called out the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on his efforts to stifle free speech and increase market consolidation. Today’s FCC Oversight Hearing comes after FCC Chair Brendan Carr

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection today announced a $4.25 million multistate settlement with Menard Inc. d/b/a Menards, a home improvement retail chain. The settlement resolves claims that the company deceptively marketed its merchandise credit check program (commonly known as the

BALDWIN, Wis. — Farmers in western Wisconsin are actively working together to implement more sustainable farming practices. On Dec. 4, the Western Wisconsin Conservation Council held its annual meeting at Emmert & Sons in Baldwin. The meeting highlighted local research efforts focused on conservation, innovative techniques for enhancing soil health

Sen. Johnson also Questions HHS about COVID-19 vaccine liability shield  WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, wrote to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. requesting records indicating that at least 10 children died “after and because of receiving COVID-19

“Tom Tiffany’s vote to kill the Affordable Care Act tax credits will spike health care costs for more than 300,000 Wisconsinites. Once again, it’s Tiffany choosing Donald Trump and billionaire donors over working families. “As Governor, I won’t play games with people’s health care. On Day One, I’ll call a

DANE COUNTY — Dane County Executive Melissa Agard today announced the launch of the Assessment, Treatment, Transition and Aftercare (ATTA) Program, a new pilot initiative designed to provide intensive, community-based support for at-risk youth and reduce the need for placement in state correctional facilities. ATTA represents a significant shift in

MADISON—Today, another eight current and retired Wisconsin judges endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1. The endorsements come from Dane County Judges Rick Niess (Ret.), Frank Remington (Ret.), and Amy Smith (Ret.), Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judges Mark Sanders (Branch

MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Law Forward President and General Counsel Jeff Mandell outlined the case for disgraced former Justice Michael Gableman’s disbarment in a new op-ed in the Wisconsin State Journal. As the Wisconsin Supreme Court continues to weigh disciplinary action against Gableman, Mandell argues that revoking

“I don’t know how to make them see that children and small businesses, families, our farmers all need the ACA subsidies” – Macy Buhler, Child Care Center Owner MADISON, Wis. — Today, a new report was released detailing the impact that failing to extend ACA subsidies would have on working class families. Everyone

The Legislation Creates a Fairer Funding Model for Wisconsin Communities while Reducing the Property Tax Burden for Every Wisconsinite MADISON – Today, Representative Darrin Madison was proud to stand with Representatives Ryan Clancy and Francesca Hong, and Senator Chris Larson to introduce a package of bills that confront the affordability