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Northeast Wisconsin Lawmaker announces Committee assignments for 2025-27 session MADISON…1st District State Sen. André Jacque today announced that he will serve as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources, Veterans and Military Affairs when the Legislature reconvenes in January. Sen.
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he is appointing Dr. Karen Hyun to serve as the secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). “Dr. Hyun’s extensive science background and expertise working in fish and wildlife,
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov 202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to avoid a government shutdown: “While a government shutdown may not be bad for the billionaires like the ones who were rooting for it, a
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss the debate over school safety after Monday’s school shooting in Madison, legislative priorities in 2025, disagreement over funding for university building projects, Wisconsin’s GOP electors certifying President-elect Donald Trump’s win and Attorney General Josh Kaul’s vow to challenge the Trump administration on deportations and other issues.
Washington, D.C. (December 20, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) today sent a letter to Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson requesting answers regarding how the Central Count was conducted on November 5th in the City of Milwaukee.
Contact: Kiersten PelsPress@ronjohnson.senate.gov WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Congressman Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson requesting answers regarding how the Central Count was conducted on November 5th in the City of Milwaukee. Reports from the
Contact: Senator Bob Wirch(608) 267-8979 Madison – Following the release of the Senate Standing Committees for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session, Senator Bob Wirch (D-Pleasant Prairie) released the following statement: “I’m pleased to have been appointed to three committees for the upcoming legislative
MEDIA CONTACTMPS Department of CommunicationsStephen Davis, Media Relations ManagerNicole Armendariz, DirectorPhone: 414-475-8650Email: comm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us School District Has Been Able to Maintain Offerings for Students in Academics, Arts, and Wellness (MILWAUKEE) — Thanks to the 2024 referendum approved by voters, Milwaukee Public Schools has been
Contact: Jenn Byrne, 414-374-1490 MILWAUKEE – District 14 Supervisor Caroline Gómez-Tom, County Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, 1st Vice Chair Steven Shea, 2nd Vice Chair Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, Register of Deeds Israel “Issy” Ramón, County Clerk George Christenson, Treasurer David Cullen, Clerk of
Contact: Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay)(608) 237-9101 Will Serve on Four Committees with Local Interest (Madison) – Making sure the reforms from the Right-to-Read Act make it to the state’s classrooms will be a top priority for State Representative Joel
Contact: Rep. Dallman(608) 237-9141 MADISON — State Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement in response to his re-appointment to the Joint Committee on Finance, Wisconsin’s powerful budget writing committee. “It has been an honor to serve as a member
Contact: Rep. Jessie Rodriguez, (608) 237-9121 MADISON – Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) issued the following statement regarding her appointment to continue serving as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) for the 2025-2026 legislative session: “Serving on the
For Further Information Contact:Speaker Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) would like to announce the membership of the Assembly standing committees. The 107th Wisconsin State Legislature begins with the inauguration of members on January 6, 2025. “We’re excited
Contact:Kristin BouchardAssistant DirectorMarketing and University CommunicationUW-Green Bay920-465-5502bouchark@uwgb.eduhttp://news.uwgb.edu MARINETTE, Wis. – Steeped in holiday spirit, hundreds of theatre-goers enjoyed the sights and sounds of the season at two weekends of sold-out and standing room only performances at the Bayshore Arts Center on
CONTACT: REP. WILLIAM PENTERMAN, (608) 237-9137 Appointed Vice-Chair of Children and Families for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session Madison – This week, committee leadership was announced for the upcoming 2025-2026 Legislative Session. State Representative William Penterman has been appointed Chair of the Assembly
CONTACT: Sen. Eric Wimberger, (608) 266-5670 In letter, Wimberger discusses the need to protect innocent landowners MADISON, WI —Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) sent a letter to Governor Evers on the importance of coming to an agreement on legislation that will lead to
Contact: Cheryl Housley, DNR Grant Project ManagerCheryl.Housley@wisconsin.gov or 608-516-9560Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Schofield MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the city of Schofield has applied for a 50% matching grant from the Knowles-Nelson
CONTACT: Sen. Mary Felzkowski, 608-266-2509 Madison, WI- Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) issued the following statement after being appointed to the State Building Commission earlier this week: “I am honored to have the privilege of serving on the Commission,” President
Contact: DNR Office of CommunicationsDNRPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – As much of Wisconsin enjoys the first significant snowfall of the season, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds snowmobilers to stay sober on the trails this season and be aware of unsafe ice.
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at a lawsuit challenging Act 10 after a Dane County judge overturned portions of the law that ended collective bargaining for most public employees. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Northeast Wisconsin Lawmaker announces Committee assignments for 2025-27 session MADISON…1st District State Sen. André Jacque today announced that he will serve as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources, Veterans and Military Affairs when the Legislature reconvenes in January. Sen. Jacque noted these critical issue areas align well with his
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he is appointing Dr. Karen Hyun to serve as the secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). “Dr. Hyun’s extensive science background and expertise working in fish and wildlife, shoreline restoration, and coastal management and resilience will make her
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov 202-224-6225 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to avoid a government shutdown: “While a government shutdown may not be bad for the billionaires like the ones who were rooting for it, a shutdown would have been disastrous for Wisconsin families, the economy,
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss the debate over school safety after Monday’s school shooting in Madison, legislative priorities in 2025, disagreement over funding for university building projects, Wisconsin’s GOP electors certifying President-elect Donald Trump’s win and Attorney General Josh Kaul’s vow to challenge the Trump administration on deportations and other issues.
Washington, D.C. (December 20, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) today sent a letter to Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson requesting answers regarding how the Central Count was conducted on November 5th in the City of Milwaukee. Reports from the count on Election Day this year raised
Contact: Kiersten PelsPress@ronjohnson.senate.gov WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Congressman Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) sent a letter to Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson requesting answers regarding how the Central Count was conducted on November 5th in the City of Milwaukee. Reports from the count on Election Day this year raised numerous questions and
Contact: Senator Bob Wirch(608) 267-8979 Madison – Following the release of the Senate Standing Committees for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session, Senator Bob Wirch (D-Pleasant Prairie) released the following statement: “I’m pleased to have been appointed to three committees for the upcoming legislative session: the Senate Committee on Government Operations, Labor & Economic
MEDIA CONTACTMPS Department of CommunicationsStephen Davis, Media Relations ManagerNicole Armendariz, DirectorPhone: 414-475-8650Email: comm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us School District Has Been Able to Maintain Offerings for Students in Academics, Arts, and Wellness (MILWAUKEE) — Thanks to the 2024 referendum approved by voters, Milwaukee Public Schools has been able to maintain its academic, ar… Please log in to
Contact: Jenn Byrne, 414-374-1490 MILWAUKEE – District 14 Supervisor Caroline Gómez-Tom, County Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, 1st Vice Chair Steven Shea, 2nd Vice Chair Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, Register of Deeds Israel “Issy” Ramón, County Clerk George Christenson, Treasurer David Cullen, Clerk of Circuit Courts Anna Maria Hodges, alongside Superviso… Please log in to
Contact: Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay)(608) 237-9101 Will Serve on Four Committees with Local Interest (Madison) – Making sure the reforms from the Right-to-Read Act make it to the state’s classrooms will be a top priority for State Representative Joel Kitchens. This week, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) announced committee assignments
Contact: Rep. Dallman(608) 237-9141 MADISON — State Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement in response to his re-appointment to the Joint Committee on Finance, Wisconsin’s powerful budget writing committee. “It has been an honor to serve as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance during the 2023-2024 legislative
Contact: Rep. Jessie Rodriguez, (608) 237-9121 MADISON – Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) issued the following statement regarding her appointment to continue serving as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) for the 2025-2026 legislative session: “Serving on the Joint Committee on Finance is a tremendous responsibility; one I
For Further Information Contact:Speaker Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) would like to announce the membership of the Assembly standing committees. The 107th Wisconsin State Legislature begins with the inauguration of members on January 6, 2025. “We’re excited and ready to work with our colleagues in addressing the
Contact:Kristin BouchardAssistant DirectorMarketing and University CommunicationUW-Green Bay920-465-5502bouchark@uwgb.eduhttp://news.uwgb.edu MARINETTE, Wis. – Steeped in holiday spirit, hundreds of theatre-goers enjoyed the sights and sounds of the season at two weekends of sold-out and standing room only performances at the Bayshore Arts Center on the UW-Green Bay, Marinette Campus. Both th… Please log in
CONTACT: REP. WILLIAM PENTERMAN, (608) 237-9137 Appointed Vice-Chair of Children and Families for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session Madison – This week, committee leadership was announced for the upcoming 2025-2026 Legislative Session. State Representative William Penterman has been appointed Chair of the Assembly Committee on Veterans and Military Affairs and Vice-Chair of the
CONTACT: Sen. Eric Wimberger, (608) 266-5670 In letter, Wimberger discusses the need to protect innocent landowners MADISON, WI —Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) sent a letter to Governor Evers on the importance of coming to an agreement on legislation that will lead to the effective cleanup of PFAS, while also protecting innocent landowners
Contact: Cheryl Housley, DNR Grant Project ManagerCheryl.Housley@wisconsin.gov or 608-516-9560Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Schofield MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the city of Schofield has applied for a 50% matching grant from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The grant will assist with purchasing a 0….
CONTACT: Sen. Mary Felzkowski, 608-266-2509 Madison, WI- Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) issued the following statement after being appointed to the State Building Commission earlier this week: “I am honored to have the privilege of serving on the Commission,” President Felzkowski said. “It is vitally important to have fiscally conservative
Contact: DNR Office of CommunicationsDNRPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – As much of Wisconsin enjoys the first significant snowfall of the season, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds snowmobilers to stay sober on the trails this season and be aware of unsafe ice. Two of the most common off-highway vehicle (OHV) crash contributors
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at a lawsuit challenging Act 10 after a Dane County judge overturned portions of the law that ended collective bargaining for most public employees. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.