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

6-lane expansion work on dangerous portion of interstate now delayed further (Waukesha, WI) – On Thursday, July 3, 2025, Governor Tony Evers squashed a provision that was intended to provide critical funding for studying safety enhancements on I-94 between CTH SS and the Jefferson County line. Recent crash data shows the

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the “incidental taking” of a rare snake, which may result from the Emerald Drive Culvert in Washington County.   Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that

Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R-Oconomowoc) thanks her legislative colleagues for passing the budget and having it signed into law early this morning by the Governor. Representing the 99th Assembly District, Rep. Dittrich championed key investments that strengthen families, schools, and local infrastructure across Wisconsin. “I’m honored to have voted for

Madison, WI — Yesterday, State Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) voted in favor of the bi-partisan state budget. Governor Evers signed the budget, now Act 15, into law early this morning.          State Senator James welcomed the efforts of the Joint Committee on Finance, and emphasized the budget provisions that he authored

Madison — Today, the Wisconsin State Legislature passed the 2025-2027 state budget. Despite several key improvements negotiated by Governor Tony Evers, State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D–Green Bay) voted against the final bill, citing serious omissions that leave working families and local taxpayers behind. “I want to thank Governor Evers and his

MADISON – Early Thursday morning, the Wisconsin Legislature passed Wisconsin’s biennial budget, which implements a fee schedule for the state’s workers’ compensation program. Within an hour, Governor Evers signed the full budget into law. WMC Executive Vice President of Government Affairs Scott Manley issued the following statement in response to the

Madison, WI- Representative Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) and Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) have secured $100,000 in the 2025-2027 State Budget for farmer mental health assistance. This budget item will support vital services for farmers including: 24-hour helpline, Online tele-counseling sessions, and In-person counseling vouchers for farmers and families. “Supporting farmers means

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

Madison, WI — State Representative Travis Tranel (R–Cuba City) voted today in favor of the bipartisan 2025-27 Wisconsin State Budget compromise, calling it a good, forward-looking budget that supports economic growth while delivering for families, farmers, small businesses, and rural communities throughout the 49th Assembly District. “This budget reflects southwest

MADISON, Wis. — Early this morning, Governor Tony Evers signed the 2025-27 state budget. That Wisconsin now has a budget – after months of state legislative Republicans’ partisan political posturing, infighting, and multiple walkouts on negotiations – is a testament to Gov. Evers’ leadership and his commitment to doing his

MADISON… Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement after the 2025-2027 biennial budget was signed into law. “In a major victory for Wisconsin taxpayers, the Assembly passed a budget that reaffirms our commitment to eliminating wasteful spending and continuing to provide meaningful tax relief to the hardworking

Madison… On Wednesday, State Senator John Jagler (R-Watertown) joined a bi-partisan majority in the Senate and voted to approve the 2-year state budget. Early Thursday Morning, the Assembly approved and the Governor signed Senate Bill 45 into law. “This is a great day for Wisconsin,” said Jagler. “Both sides of

MADISON, WI – Representative Brent Jacobson (R – Mosinee) released the following statement after joining his Republican colleagues in the Assembly and voting to pass the 2025-2027 State Budget: “The difference between the budget we passed today and the proposal we received from Governor Tony Evers is night and day,” said

GOP Rejects Amendments to Make State Budget Better MADISON, Wis. — In hours and hours of public comments at committee hearings and town halls people of all walks of life and from across the state made clear what their priorities are for the state budget. But Republicans in the state

MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Legislature has completed its work on the 2025-2027 state budget.  The Senate passed Senate Bill 45 the evening of July 2, and the Assembly voted to concur early July 3.  Governor Evers signed the budget into law – as Act 15 – shortly afterward. “I am happy to

MADISON, WI – Members of the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) today applauded Governor Tony Evers and legislative leaders on the bipartisan passage and signing of the 2025-2027 biennial state budget into law. The bill includes more than half a billion dollars of funding, championed by WCMA, to support dairy innovation, boost

MADISON- Today, both houses of the Wisconsin State Legislature passed the biennial state budget after weeks of negotiation between legislative leaders. It will now be sent to Governor Evers’ desk for final approval. In response, Rep. Hysell (D- Sun Prairie) released the following statement: “I voted no on this Republican budget