Wisconsin DOJ: AG Kaul and coalition file lawsuit against Trump administration’s attempt to stop funding for EV charging infrastructure

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today joined a coalition of 16 other  attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration for suspending two  grant programs for electric vehicle charging infrastructure that would reduce pollution, expand access to

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act passes Financial Services Committee

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald’s (WI-05) Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act, legislation that addresses political intrusion into the regulatory approval process for bank mergers and acquisitions, passed the House Financial Services Committee today. Specifically, the bill requires the Government Accountability

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State Senate Democratic Committee: Trevor Jung is running to bring a new generation of leadership to Wisconsin’s 21st Senate District

MADISON, WI – Last week the Shepherd Express published an Interview with Trevor Jung, the democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 21st State Senate District. Currently Racine’s Transportation and Mobility Director, Trevor detailed why he is running and his vision for the future of the 21st district.  Read Trevor Jung’s full interview below:  Shepherd Express: Racine’s

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The MacIver Institute: Condemns Wisconsin Elections Commission for rejecting DOJ voter data request, undermining election integrity efforts

MADISON – The MacIver Institute for Public Policy condemns the Wisconsin Elections Commission’s (WEC) decision last week at its Dec. 11 special meeting to reject a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) request for full voter registration data needed to help identify and remove non-citizens from Wisconsin’s voter rolls. In a 5-1 vote, the

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Rep. Clancy: Releases bill package transforming K-12 funding in Wisconsin

Bill Package Also Includes Restored Estate Tax, Local Option Income Tax Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Ryan Clancy (D-19) released a package of bills designed to cut property taxes, securely fund Wisconsin’s K-12 schools, restore Wisconsin’s estate tax, and give local governments an important new revenue tool. The Funding Fairness

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Hughes campaign: As unemployment hits 4-year high, Missy Hughes condemns destructive tariffs and GOP Congressional inaction that takes away health care from millions

As The Economy Worsens, Wisconsin Needs Missy’s Proven Record and Bold Economic Vision in the Governor’s Office Missy is the Only Candidate for Governor who has Created Jobs and Expanded Economic Prosperity Across the State VIROQUA, WI – Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Missy Hughes today called out tariffs and Republican Congressional failure

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Van Orden campaign: Milwaukee Police Association endorses Van Orden for Congress

PRAIRIE DU CHEIN, Wisc. – Last week, the Milwaukee Police Association endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden in his bid to represent the people of Wisconsin’s Third District for another two years in Congress. In their endorsement of Congressman Van Orden, Milwaukee Police Association President Alexander Ayala said that, “during these increasingly trying

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UW-Stout: Cool solution: Faculty-student research will help Madison company ship charcuterie, cheese boards coast to coast

Packaging professor and student identify sustainable insulation option Menomonie, Wis. – Faculty-student research conducted this fall in University of Wisconsin-Stoutpackaging labs is poised to help a Wisconsin business deliver its tasty but temperature-sensitivegoods coast to coast in the near future. Associate Professor Xiaojing “Kate” Liu of UW-Stout’s packaging program worked

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Rep. Stubbs: Ms. Sheena Scarbrough, Ms. Tanesha Howard, and community partners testify in support of Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force legislation in Senate hearing

Madison, WI – Yesterday, the Senate Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families held a public hearing on Senate Bill 404-Relating to: creating a Task Force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls and making an appropriation. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: 

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Wisconsin DOJ: AG Kaul and coalition file lawsuit against Trump administration’s attempt to stop funding for EV charging infrastructure

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today joined a coalition of 16 other  attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration for suspending two  grant programs for electric vehicle charging infrastructure that would reduce pollution, expand access to clean vehicles, and create jobs. “These grant programs are a

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act passes Financial Services Committee

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald’s (WI-05) Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act, legislation that addresses political intrusion into the regulatory approval process for bank mergers and acquisitions, passed the House Financial Services Committee today. Specifically, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a thorough review of how federal

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Rep. Neubauer: Introduces key policies to support conservation and create jobs

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) and Legislative Democrats introduced the “Forward on Climate” bill package, designed to support the development of a resilient, sustainable, and equitable economy in Wisconsin. As part of the package, Rep. Neubauer authored bills to create the Wisconsin Climate Corps program and invest

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Wisconsin Jobs & Energy Coalition: Disappointed with Line 5 law suit

Madison, Wis – The Wisconsin Jobs & Energy Coalition, whose membership includes the leading trade union, agriculture and business organizations in the state, issued the following statement in response to the law suit filed today challenging the permits issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) for the Line

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Recognizes leaders and youth at 95th annual convention

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) recognized outstanding members, chapters, and youth leaders during its 95th Annual State Convention, celebrating the grassroots leadership and community commitment that strengthen family farming and rural communities across Wisconsin. Builder’s Award: Jim Streveler WFU presented its Builder’s Award to Jim Streveler of

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State Senate Democratic Committee: In the news: Wisconsin Democrats propose bill targeting deepfake AI scams

MADISON, WI – New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel details State Senator Sarah Keyeski and Representative Jenna Jacobson’s introduction of legislation that would establish criminal penalties for AI-generated deepfake scams. As artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent, Democratic legislators are working to ensure that bad actors who use this technology to trick and

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