MADISON, Wis. – After lengthy negotiations between Governor Tony Evers and legislative leaders, a bipartisan budget was passed early this morning and signed by Governor Tony Evers. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “This budget marks an actual compromise between
[ALLOUEZ, WI] – Village of Allouez President Jim Rafter released the following statement today regarding a partial budget veto issued by Governor Tony Evers after a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers voted to close Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI) in Allouez: “Last night’s partial veto by
Madison, WI – Early this morning, Governor Tony Evers signed the 2025–2027 Wisconsin State Budget but used his veto pen to remove funding for two major Northwoods priorities. Funding for the Lakeland STAR School and Academy was eliminated for the fourth budget
Madison – Wisconsin taxpayers are the big winners in the bipartisan budget approved by the Legislature and signed by Governor Evers. Instead of the nearly $3 billion in tax hikes in Governor Evers’ original budget plan, taxpayers will now save
State Budget Invests Much Needed Funding to Help Assisted Living Facilities The Wisconsin Assisted Living Association (WALA) thanks members of the Joint Finance Committee for approving an omnibus motion that provides much needed funding to help assisted living providers deal
MADISON – Early this morning, the Wisconsin Legislature passed the 2025-27 state biennial budget, which was subsequently signed by Gov. Tony Evers into law. The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation appreciates and applauds the efforts of legislative leaders and Gov. Evers
GREENFIELD, WI – State Representative Karen Kirsch (D-7th Assembly District) issues the following statement after voting no on Act 50 – the 2025-2027 Wisconsin State Budget. “I want to thank Governor Evers and my Democratic colleagues in the Senate for their
Court uses rarely used doctrine to achieve preferred policy outcome Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released the following statement following the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling in Josh Kaul v. Joel Urmanski. The majority’s decision utilized implied
MADISON, WI – State Representative Dave Murphy (R-Greenville) issued the following statement on the passage of the 2025-2027 Wisconsin state budget: “This week, legislative leaders and the Governor finalized a forward-thinking 2025-2027 state budget that delivers substantial tax relief and critical
MILWAUKEE – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed into law the 2025-27 Biennial Budget that was passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature. The biennial budget includes several priorities that Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley advocated for. That budget includes more than $38
“Last night the State Legislature passed a state budget that does not address the fundamental needs of our state. Many issues remain unsolved, that we could have fixed through the budget process. During the public hearings, we heard directly from
Madison, WI— Early this morning at 1am,Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) and his colleagues in the Assembly passed the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget. It was then signed by Governor Tony Evers shortly after. Representative Jerry O’Connor released the following statement:
The Wisconsin Towns Association applauds the Legislature, the Joint Committee on Finance, and Governor Evers for their leadership passing and signing Act 15, a state budget that delivers robust support for local governments and rural Wisconsin. Act 15 demonstrates a
(Madison) – After the state budget passed the Assembly by a vote of 59-39, Rep. Krug issued the following statement: “I’m proud of what we were able to get done for the state of Wisconsin last night. In a divided
Elections matter: the fact that Democrats gained four seats in the Senate and are close to taking the majority means that Senate Democrats were able to make this budget better for the people of Wisconsin. The 2025-2027 biennial budget the
Hi, this is State Senator Jesse James, representing the 23rd Senate District. This is truly the best day for Wisconsin, the 23rd Senate District, and the rest of the Chippewa Valley. Our job here is to represent the wants and
Rep. Goeben’s Childcare Initiatives Key Component of State Budget Madison – Representative Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget, which included key components of her childcare initiatives which she has been championing for two legislative sessions. She shared
The law limits secondhand smoke indoors and supports prevention efforts Saturday, July 5 marks the 15th anniversary of Wisconsin’s smoke-free indoor air law, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is celebrating the ways it has protected and improved
Madison – Last night, Governor Evers signed the 2025-27 state budget. Representative Billings voted to pass the budget and released the following statement in response: “Throughout this process, I have been focused on advocating for the best budget for my
Madison… Today, Representative Patrick Snyder (R-Weston voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget. The biennial State Budget is the most important bill passed by the Legislature each Session, it dictates state spending, taxation, and other policies every two years. After
MADISON, Wis. – After lengthy negotiations between Governor Tony Evers and legislative leaders, a bipartisan budget was passed early this morning and signed by Governor Tony Evers. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “This budget marks an actual compromise between legislative Republicans and Democrats. Within this budget there are historic
[ALLOUEZ, WI] – Village of Allouez President Jim Rafter released the following statement today regarding a partial budget veto issued by Governor Tony Evers after a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers voted to close Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI) in Allouez: “Last night’s partial veto by the governor is a depiction of how broken our state
Madison, WI – Early this morning, Governor Tony Evers signed the 2025–2027 Wisconsin State Budget but used his veto pen to remove funding for two major Northwoods priorities. Funding for the Lakeland STAR School and Academy was eliminated for the fourth budget in a row, along with support for a vital restoration
Madison – Wisconsin taxpayers are the big winners in the bipartisan budget approved by the Legislature and signed by Governor Evers. Instead of the nearly $3 billion in tax hikes in Governor Evers’ original budget plan, taxpayers will now save $1.5 billion – including the elimination of taxes on natural
State Budget Invests Much Needed Funding to Help Assisted Living Facilities The Wisconsin Assisted Living Association (WALA) thanks members of the Joint Finance Committee for approving an omnibus motion that provides much needed funding to help assisted living providers deal with increased labor market wages and inflation. “We are truly
MADISON – Early this morning, the Wisconsin Legislature passed the 2025-27 state biennial budget, which was subsequently signed by Gov. Tony Evers into law. The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation appreciates and applauds the efforts of legislative leaders and Gov. Evers in enacting the 2025-2027 state biennial budget. This budget includes
GREENFIELD, WI – State Representative Karen Kirsch (D-7th Assembly District) issues the following statement after voting no on Act 50 – the 2025-2027 Wisconsin State Budget. “I want to thank Governor Evers and my Democratic colleagues in the Senate for their hard work in pushing for a better Wisconsin budget despite
Court uses rarely used doctrine to achieve preferred policy outcome Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released the following statement following the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling in Josh Kaul v. Joel Urmanski. The majority’s decision utilized implied repeal to strike down the 1849 ban on abortion, arguing
MADISON, WI – State Representative Dave Murphy (R-Greenville) issued the following statement on the passage of the 2025-2027 Wisconsin state budget: “This week, legislative leaders and the Governor finalized a forward-thinking 2025-2027 state budget that delivers substantial tax relief and critical reforms. With nearly $1.5 billion in tax cuts, this budget
MILWAUKEE – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed into law the 2025-27 Biennial Budget that was passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature. The biennial budget includes several priorities that Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley advocated for. That budget includes more than $38 million over the biennium in annual State funding for highway
“Last night the State Legislature passed a state budget that does not address the fundamental needs of our state. Many issues remain unsolved, that we could have fixed through the budget process. During the public hearings, we heard directly from the people of Wisconsin what the solutions are to the
Madison, WI— Early this morning at 1am,Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) and his colleagues in the Assembly passed the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget. It was then signed by Governor Tony Evers shortly after. Representative Jerry O’Connor released the following statement: “State budgets during divided government are a true test of
The Wisconsin Towns Association applauds the Legislature, the Joint Committee on Finance, and Governor Evers for their leadership passing and signing Act 15, a state budget that delivers robust support for local governments and rural Wisconsin. Act 15 demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting the backbone of Wisconsin’s rural communities
(Madison) – After the state budget passed the Assembly by a vote of 59-39, Rep. Krug issued the following statement: “I’m proud of what we were able to get done for the state of Wisconsin last night. In a divided government, the Republican legislature fought for tax relief, common sense
Elections matter: the fact that Democrats gained four seats in the Senate and are close to taking the majority means that Senate Democrats were able to make this budget better for the people of Wisconsin. The 2025-2027 biennial budget the Governor signed includes significant investments in the priorities Wisconsinites have
Hi, this is State Senator Jesse James, representing the 23rd Senate District. This is truly the best day for Wisconsin, the 23rd Senate District, and the rest of the Chippewa Valley. Our job here is to represent the wants and needs of the people back in our home communities to
Rep. Goeben’s Childcare Initiatives Key Component of State Budget Madison – Representative Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget, which included key components of her childcare initiatives which she has been championing for two legislative sessions. She shared the following statement regarding the new childcare measures: “I was
The law limits secondhand smoke indoors and supports prevention efforts Saturday, July 5 marks the 15th anniversary of Wisconsin’s smoke-free indoor air law, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is celebrating the ways it has protected and improved health of our state’s residents. “Whether working a shift at
Madison – Last night, Governor Evers signed the 2025-27 state budget. Representative Billings voted to pass the budget and released the following statement in response: “Throughout this process, I have been focused on advocating for the best budget for my constituents. I and my Democratic colleagues have worked to prioritize
Madison… Today, Representative Patrick Snyder (R-Weston voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget. The biennial State Budget is the most important bill passed by the Legislature each Session, it dictates state spending, taxation, and other policies every two years. After the passage of the budget, Rep. Snyder gave the following