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Bill package strengthens worker protections MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D-Appleton) was proud to stand next to fellow Legislative Democrats and labor leaders to introduce the Build a Stronger Wisconsin bill package, which comprises legislation to address Prevailing
Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Assembly and Senate Democrats introduced 4 bills that would restore the prevailing wage, repeal the right-to-work law, address worker misclassification, and reinstate project labor agreements. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today I
Madison, WI – Today Legislative Democrats introduced a comprehensive package of pro-worker, pro-labor bills “Build A Stronger Wisconsin” at the State Capitol. The bills address prevailing wage, worker misclassification, project labor agreements and repealing “right to work”. Representative Snodgrass released
Hey there, Governor Tony Evers here. I am thrilled to help kick off another great school year here in Wisconsin. As many of you know, I started my career as a science teacher, then I became a principal, superintendent, and
Hi, I’m Representative Chanz Green and I represent the 74 th Assembly District in Northern Wisconsin. Today I want to talk to you about the recent audit that came out in regards to the DNR’s Fish and Wildlife Account. The
Qualify for the bonus from Sept. 8 – 26, 2025 MADISON, Wis. (September 4, 2025) – Every child dreams of their future — and every dream deserves a plan. Whether they go to college, technical school or pursue specialized career training, there’s
Madison – Yesterday, the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care voted, along party lines, to request changes to an administrative rule being issued by the Department of Health Services (DHS). This rule changes DHS administrative code relating to
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through October 31, 2025, for three seats on the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board. Producers who grow and sell corn in Districts 1, 2, and
Job Centers welcome job seekers, job explorers, and employers MADISON – In celebration of National Workforce Development month in Wisconsin, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) invites job seekers, employers, and partners to explore services offered by the Job Center of
WHITEFISH BAY, Wisc. – After the Milwaukee police union president said he is considering sending a letter to the White House requesting help from National Guard troops, Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Berrien released the following X post and comments to the Milwaukee Journal
The Wisconsin DNR and DHS have issued new consumption advice for mallards and wood ducks harvested on Green Bay. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) today
Madison-The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted last-minute written testimony Wednesday to the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care on administrative rules relating to prenatal care and child care services administered by the state. Modifications to DHS
The Wisconsin DNR and DHS have issued new consumption advice for fish and deer harvested near the Town of Stella in Oneida County. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of
Coil winding training station helps develop quality employees to keep jobs in the state A group of B.S. automation leadership students at UW-Stout completed a multi-year project to develop a niche training station and related training materials for Eaton, headquartered in Waukesha. Building
FREE October Lectures in Madison and Green Bay Examine Lives and Legacies of Six Founding Fathers Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary MADISON, Wis. – This fall, the Wisconsin Historical Society’s annual James Madison Lecture Series will feature acclaimed scholar Jeffrey Rosen, president and
Wisconsin joins 12 states in initiative aimed at expanding access to clean and affordable cars, supporting U.S. automotive industry and workforce, and improving air quality MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, co-chair of the U.S. Climate Alliance, announced today that Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, a report revealed that every VA medical center in Wisconsin suffers from severe staffing shortages. The storages are a direct impact of the Trump Administration, which WI-03 Rep. Derrick Van Orden, and potential governor candidate and WI-07 Rep. Tom
State supporting expansion with up to $4.5 million in performance-based tax credits MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), today announced that Milwaukee Tool is further expanding its footprint in Wisconsin with a $42 million investment in its newest facility
Madison, Wis.— In front of a packed hearing room, expert testimony began today the legal battle against Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline. The case centers around permits issued last November by the Department of Natural Resources that would allow Canadian
Madison, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Employment Relations, jointly chaired by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R- Rochester) and Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), voted to approve pay increases for state employees. These increases were part of the bipartisan state
Bill package strengthens worker protections MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D-Appleton) was proud to stand next to fellow Legislative Democrats and labor leaders to introduce the Build a Stronger Wisconsin bill package, which comprises legislation to address Prevailing Wage, Project Labor Agreements (PLAs), Worker Misclassification reform, and a
Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Assembly and Senate Democrats introduced 4 bills that would restore the prevailing wage, repeal the right-to-work law, address worker misclassification, and reinstate project labor agreements. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today I am proud to join my Democratic colleagues in introducing 4
Madison, WI – Today Legislative Democrats introduced a comprehensive package of pro-worker, pro-labor bills “Build A Stronger Wisconsin” at the State Capitol. The bills address prevailing wage, worker misclassification, project labor agreements and repealing “right to work”. Representative Snodgrass released the following statement. “ As former Minnesota Senator, Paul Wellstone
Hey there, Governor Tony Evers here. I am thrilled to help kick off another great school year here in Wisconsin. As many of you know, I started my career as a science teacher, then I became a principal, superintendent, and then state superintendent. All told, this is my 49th back-to-school
Hi, I’m Representative Chanz Green and I represent the 74 th Assembly District in Northern Wisconsin. Today I want to talk to you about the recent audit that came out in regards to the DNR’s Fish and Wildlife Account. The DNR claimed that they were going to be $16 million
Qualify for the bonus from Sept. 8 – 26, 2025 MADISON, Wis. (September 4, 2025) – Every child dreams of their future — and every dream deserves a plan. Whether they go to college, technical school or pursue specialized career training, there’s no better time to learn about saving for their education
Madison – Yesterday, the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care voted, along party lines, to request changes to an administrative rule being issued by the Department of Health Services (DHS). This rule changes DHS administrative code relating to prenatal care and child care coordination; among other changes are
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through October 31, 2025, for three seats on the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board. Producers who grow and sell corn in Districts 1, 2, and 7 are eligible to nominate producers or be nominated to
Job Centers welcome job seekers, job explorers, and employers MADISON – In celebration of National Workforce Development month in Wisconsin, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) invites job seekers, employers, and partners to explore services offered by the Job Center of Wisconsin (JCW) on Wednesdays in September (Sept. 10, 17, and
WHITEFISH BAY, Wisc. – After the Milwaukee police union president said he is considering sending a letter to the White House requesting help from National Guard troops, Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Berrien released the following X post and comments to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel supporting the union and President Trump’s crime crackdown, saying “law…
The Wisconsin DNR and DHS have issued new consumption advice for mallards and wood ducks harvested on Green Bay. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) today announced a new consumption advisory for mallards and wood ducks
Madison-The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted last-minute written testimony Wednesday to the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care on administrative rules relating to prenatal care and child care services administered by the state. Modifications to DHS Clearinghouse Rule 25-004 had been requested by the committee. Representative
The Wisconsin DNR and DHS have issued new consumption advice for fish and deer harvested near the Town of Stella in Oneida County. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) today announced new deer and fish consumption
Coil winding training station helps develop quality employees to keep jobs in the state A group of B.S. automation leadership students at UW-Stout completed a multi-year project to develop a niche training station and related training materials for Eaton, headquartered in Waukesha. Building the project into their capstone course, the group was father
FREE October Lectures in Madison and Green Bay Examine Lives and Legacies of Six Founding Fathers Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary MADISON, Wis. – This fall, the Wisconsin Historical Society’s annual James Madison Lecture Series will feature acclaimed scholar Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center. The FREE lectures, entitled
Wisconsin joins 12 states in initiative aimed at expanding access to clean and affordable cars, supporting U.S. automotive industry and workforce, and improving air quality MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, co-chair of the U.S. Climate Alliance, announced today that Wisconsin is joining the Alliance’s Affordable Clean Cars Coalition. This multi-state initiative
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, a report revealed that every VA medical center in Wisconsin suffers from severe staffing shortages. The storages are a direct impact of the Trump Administration, which WI-03 Rep. Derrick Van Orden, and potential governor candidate and WI-07 Rep. Tom Tiffany support. Van Orden previously claimed that the VA had too
State supporting expansion with up to $4.5 million in performance-based tax credits MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), today announced that Milwaukee Tool is further expanding its footprint in Wisconsin with a $42 million investment in its newest facility in Menomonee Falls, supported by up to $4.5 million in
Madison, Wis.— In front of a packed hearing room, expert testimony began today the legal battle against Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline. The case centers around permits issued last November by the Department of Natural Resources that would allow Canadian oil giant Enbridge to clear trees, dig trenches, blast through
Madison, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Employment Relations, jointly chaired by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R- Rochester) and Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), voted to approve pay increases for state employees. These increases were part of the bipartisan state budget enacted in July. Democrats, led by Governor Tony Evers,