Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  After a federal court orders the Trump Administration to use readily available federal funding for SNAP, Evers Administration moves quickly to restore Wisconsinites’ November FoodShare payments  MADISON — Hours after a federal court ordered the Trump Administration to stop withholding SNAP (known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Pro… Please log in to access subscriber

Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) and Sen. André Jacque (R-New Franken) released the “Gas Tax Transparency Act,” a common-sense bill designed to inform Wisconsin drivers about the total amount they pay in federal and state fuel taxes at the pump. “While the final price is clearly visible,

This week, the Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), the public policy voice of Wisconsin’s Catholic bishops,testified in support of two bills supporting parental choice in education. Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program. On November 5, WCC Associate Director for Education & ReligiousLiberty David Earleywine testified in support of Assembly Bill 602, which

Wisconsin voters are noticing Derrick Van Orden’s agenda: billionaires first, Wisconsities last.  In a new letter to the editor, one of Van Orden’s constituents is exposing his cruel Wisconsin-last agenda. The River Falls voter notes that Van Orden is sitting idly by while Wisconsin families suffer, and is instead “afford[ing]

Hello, my name is John Jagler and I represent the 13th Senate District in South-Central Wisconsin. I am also chair of the Senate Committee on Education. As many of you have seen, there’s been recent reports of allegations of sexual misconduct by teachers in our school, and disturbing flaws in

Hey there, Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers here.   I know these are tough times. Watching what’s on the news can be scary. There’s lots of uncertainty about what the future may hold, and kids and families have a lot to worry about.   Paychecks aren’t going as far as they

The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council and its five affiliated local unions have announced their support for the proposed QTS data center in DeForest.  This project is a $12 billion investment that will create over 5,000 great-paying construction jobs over the next decade.  “This proposed data center is a significant and

Americans across the country are now dealing with the fallout of Donald Trump and Republicans’ assault on our health care system, and the damage is widespread. Republicans slashed more than $1 trillion from Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA), ended health care tax credits, and rammed through massive giveaways

MADISON – Sen. Jodi Habush Sinykin and Rep. Angela Stroud today introduced legislation that would hold data centers accountable for their energy and water use, worker protections, and environmental impact. The proposed legislation, the Data Center Accountability Bill (LRB 5432), would be the first law of its kind in the state

Ashland, Wis — Representative Stroud (D-Ashland) announced the introduction of LRB-5440/1, legislation to create Wisconsin’s first statewide standards for the development of data centers. The bill aims to ensure that as these large-scale projects expand, they strengthen Wisconsin’s economy while protecting workers, communities, and natural resources. The bill would: Require

MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Habush Sinykin introduced legislation to hold data centers, large energy users, and tech companies accountable to Wisconsin’s workers, environment, and taxpayers. Wisconsin is rapidly becoming a highly sought after destination for development of hyperscale data centers. As local governments choose to engage and invest in this industry–and

Funding to support workforce, technology, and care coordination services The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted its application for $1 billion as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Since August, more than 200 partners have provided feedback to shape Wisconsin’s application. The application is the first step toward connecting

(WAUKESHA, Wis. 11/6/25) – The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 139 is announcing its support of the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. The proposal represents a $12 billion investment, an unprecedented commitment to renewable energy, and a $50 million pledge to support local initiatives that strengthen education, workforce development,

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown. “Right now, I’d be willing to add furloughed workers because we’re going… Please log in to access subscriber content.

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. –  The Wisconsin Historical Foundation announced that Black Point Estate & Gardens has received a donation of $1 million from the estate of William C. Madlener, a long-time resident of Lake Geneva. “We are deeply grateful for William Madlener’s generous gift, which will help us ensure the

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference endorsed Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District.  “I am so proud to earn the support of the hard-working men and women of the IBEW in Western Wisconsin,” said Rebecca Cooke. “We need new leadership

Delavan, WI – Today, Nick Polce, US Army Green Beret Veteran, devoted husband and father, andbusinessman officially announced his campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. With a proven track record of leadership in both the military and private sector, Polce brings a uniqueblend of discipline, innovation, and leadership to advocate

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed November 6, 2025, as Wisconsin Saves Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a statewide effort promoting automatic saving through the workplace with the Wisconsin Saves program to improve financial well-being. The Wisconsin Saves program is an emp… Please

MILWAUKEE – Under the leadership of Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted two measures aimed at tackling food insecurity and declaring food apartheid as a public health emergency.  One of the resolutions, unanimously adopted by the board, authorizes a $150,000 appropriation transfer from the County’s contingency

Two-factor authentication helps protect claimant accounts from being taken over by someone who has gained access to a claimant’s username and password. MADISON – Today, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is announcing that two-factor authentication, which helps protect claimants’ personal information and the security of the Unemployment Insurance (UI)