Wisconsin professional license fees remain among lowest in nation Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) has published an updated fee schedule that includes adjustments to initial license applications and renewals for some professions. Every two years, DSPS reviews and, when necessary, adjusts fees based on the

MADISON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service has updated income eligibility guidelines for meals served at schools and day care programs based on federal poverty levels. The income guidelines, updated annually, are effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The guidelines apply to student eligibility

As Wisconsin families brace forrisingcostsoneverything from school supplies to prescription drugs, Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil are nowhere to be found.  Van Orden and Steil are failing to do anything to make life more affordable for hardworking Wisconsin families. Making matters worse, Donald Trump is now threatening to impose 250% tariffs on pharmaceutical

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Technology Council announced Monday that Maggie Brickerman has been named its next president, succeeding Tom Still, who is retiring Oct. 3 after 23 years of leadership. Brickerman, a founding leader of Wisconsin-based tech incubator gener8tor, has spent more than eight years driving innovation, investment and entrepreneurial

Milwaukee, WI – The Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus (WLBC) extends its heartfelt support to the residents of Milwaukee and surrounding areas affected by the recent severe water damage. Our thoughts are with the families, seniors, and businesses facing loss and disruption as a result of this historic rainfall. As a Caucus,

MILWAUKEE – On Sunday, August 10, in consultation with the Office of Emergency Management and Milwaukee County Corporation Counsel, County Executive David Crowley has declared a state of emergency throughout Milwaukee County following overwhelming rainfall and widespread flooding. Torrential rainfall exceeding 10 inches, with an additional two inches forecasted, has overwhelmed

Waukesha, WI – August 10, 2025 – Waukesha County is currently experiencing severe flooding in several areas following intense rainfall over the past 24 hours. Our Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is coordinating a comprehensive response with local municipalities, public safety agencies, and public works teams. Key Efforts: Monitoring River and

Governor Evers’ veto on bipartisan legislation denies benefits to over 100,000 independent workers in Wisconsin Together with more than 100,000 independent workers across Wisconsin, we’re deeply disappointed Governor Evers has vetoed bipartisan legislation that would have made Wisconsin the first state in the country to provide independent workers with benefits

Madison, WI – Senator Julian Bradley (R-New Berlin) and Rep. Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) slammed Governor Tony Evers today for vetoing a bipartisan bill that would have made Wisconsin among the first states in the nation to create portable benefits accounts for app-based drivers. The Governor’s veto halts a transformative reform that

MADISON, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed 2025 Wisconsin Act 29, formerly Senate Bill 235, into law, which gives campground owners and operators clear authority to protect guests and property across Wisconsin. Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan), the Assembly author, released the following statement: “Senate Bill 235 passed both the Assembly

MADISON – Today, State Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) applauded Governor Tony Evers for signing the Advanced Practice Registered (APRN) Modernization Act (2025 Wisconsin Act 17) into law. The enacted legislation establishes a dedicated license for APRNs, including certified nurse-midwives, nurse anesthetists, clinical nurse specialists, and nurse practitioners. Additionally, it authorizes

(Milwaukee, August 8, 2025)— Voces de la Frontera and Comité sin Fronteras demand the immediate release of Catalina “Xóchitl” Santiago, a DACA recipient and community organizer, unlawfully detained by Border Patrol in El Paso, Texas.  Immigrant families in Wisconsin strongly condemn the recent detention and abduction of Xóchitl by federal

MADISON – Today, State Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) celebrated the signing of the bipartisan Patient Privacy Protection Act (2025 Wisconsin Act 22) into law by Governor Tony Evers. Act 22 requires all hospitals in Wisconsin with medical training programs to implement written policies and procedures that ensure patient consent for

MADISON, WI, AUGUST 8, 2025 – The Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter celebrates a major legislative victory for families across Wisconsin as Governor Tony Evers today signed into law Senate Bill 152/Assembly Bill 176 at the Governor’s Office in the Wisconsin State Capitol. This bipartisan legislation expands access to the state’s

Madison, WI – Earlier today, Gov. Tony Evers signed Senate Bill 31 (SB 31) into law as 2025 Act 18. The proposal authored by Rep. Gundrum and Sen. Cabral-Guevara allows Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers (APNPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to serve as the local health officer to a local board

MADISON, WI… Gov. Evers today vetoed legislation that would have protected Wisconsin families by establishing specialized ‘problem-solving’ courts in state law, freeing up criminal justice system resources to keep violent offenders off our streets. “This veto puts at risk specialized courts that reduce recidivism, increase public safety, and relieve pressure

MADISON, WI — State Senator André Jacque’s (R–New Franken) bill clarifying that campground guests in Wisconsin are not tenants under landlord-tenant law, and that law enforcement may assist in their removal when necessary, was signed into law today. Sen. Jacque said the measure responds to growing concerns from campground owners and

MADISON —Legislation authored by State Sen. André Jacque (R–New Franken), signed into law today, will require hospitals to obtain explicit, written consent from female patients before medical students can perform pelvic examinations while the patient is under anesthesia or unconscious.  The bipartisan measure previously passed both the Senate and Assembly in unanimous voic… Please

MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R-Pleasant Prairie) issued the following statement celebrating the signing of AB 61, known as the K9 Riggs Act, into law. Authored by Rep. Nedweski and Senator Van Wanggaard (R–Racine), the bill increases criminal penalties for intentionally injuring or killing a law enforcement or fire service animal:

MADISON – Five public safety bills authored by Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine) were signed into law today. The five bills strengthen the penalties for harming police dogs and jurors, provide protections for judges, clarifies the battery statutes, and extends the Community Oriented Policing (COP) House Grant Program for another 2