WASHINGTON, DC – In case you missed it, today Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) spoke at a press conference highlighting the necessity of funding our government and military alongside committee leaders and military veteran Members of Congress. Watch on YouTube The Defense Appropriations bill provides $177.9 billion for active, reserve, and

MADISON, WIS. – The Raising Wisconsin coalition is concerned with the package of child care bills proposed in the state  Legislature because they lack significant investment required to stabilize a long-challenged early childhood industry.   “We know providers, parents and employers already are experiencing the effects of the reduction in Child

Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) has scheduled an in-district listening session. This is an opportunity for constituents to come and express their views on certain topics that might be considered by the Wisconsin State Legislature and also learn what Rep. Green has been working on down in Madison. The

Madison, Wis. – Spirits, spooks and more highlight fall offerings at two Great River Road Wisconsin Historical Society sites this year. Discover the Victorian’s fascination with spiritualism at Villa Louis, or journey through “haunted” Stonefield village. These two seasonal events promise chills and thrills for all.  Stonefield, Cassville, Wisconsin Safe & Spooky

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds trail riders and hunters alike to wear safety equipment when operating an off-highway vehicle. Whether you’re out for a day of trail riding or headed to the tree stand, a helmet and seatbelt can save your life. By observing these

Madison, WI – On Tuesday, State Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) called on high school juniors and seniors from around the 12th Senate District to apply for the Senate Scholar Program in Madison. Senator Felzkowski and the Wisconsin State Senate are proud to offer a unique educational experience to high school juniors

(Madison) – Wisconsin is a step closer to non-partisan maps. On Thursday, the State Assembly approved a redistricting plan that is nearly identical to a long-time successful plan in Iowa. Representative Joel Kitchens says “This wasn’t a surprise for Democrats, we tried to work with them on this issue for

MADISON, WI – Yesterday, historic non-partisan redistricting reform passed the Assembly.  Rep. Plumer co-authored the proposal and voted in favor:  “When I was first elected to office I told voters that I would support non-partisan redistricting  reform if it came to the Assembly floor for a vote.  “During our long

MADISON, Wis. – Due to the exceptional and prolonged drought conditions and potential for elevated fire danger, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will reinstate DNR burning permits by issuing a Special Fire Order in 12 southern Wisconsin counties. The permit reinstatement will begin at 12:01 a.m., Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, in

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bicameral group of colleagues in introducing the Wage Theft Prevention and Wage Recovery Act to put hard-earned wages back in workers’ pockets and crack down on employers who unfairly withhold wages from their employees. “Hardworking Wisconsinites show up to their jobs, only to

Lake Nebagamon, WI — I am thrilled to announce the successful passage of AB 415 in the Wisconsin State Assembly. This landmark legislation establishes a nonpartisan method of redistricting, ensuring fair and equitable representation for all Wisconsin residents. The amended bill includes a litany of safeguards to ensure transparency and

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) Ranking Member Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Chairman Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) have opened an inquiry into the Coast Guard Academy’s mishandling of sexual assault investigations and its failure to disclose the results of its sexual assault investigation to Congress or the public. In

MADISON  — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address urging Republican lawmakers to take up his special session plan to address Wisconsin’s chronic workforce challenges, including helping strengthen high-need areas of our state’s workforce such as the healthcare and education sectors. More information on the governor’s special session

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the dates for fall open houses at two fish hatcheries and two fish spawning facilities. Over the next month, the DNR will host open houses at the Governor Tommy G. Thompson Fish Hatchery, Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility, Root River Steelhead Facility and the Wild

Madison, Wis. – In the past 72 hours, Assembly Republicans wrote, introduced, and passed a redistricting bill, an abrupt about-face from their decade-long fight against nonpartisan redistricting. Representative Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay) voted no and issued the following statement: “Creating a nonpartisan redistricting process that works for Wisconsin requires trust

Madison – State Representative Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing) votes in favor of nonpartisan  redistricting bill (Assembly Bill 415) based on the successful ‘Iowa model.’ Iowa’s approach to redistricting has long been seen by scholars and political observers as the most fair and transparent in the nation. Wisconsin’s AB 415 creates a

Madison—State Representative Amy Binsfeld (R-Sheboygan) voted in favor of legislation that would establish a nonpartisan method of redistricting:  “This is legislation that Democrats have been asking for years,” said Rep. Binsfeld. “This is legislation that Governor Evers has talked about already.”  Under AB 415, the Legislature would appoint four members to an

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the cities of Antigo, Schofield and Washburn are applicants for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve their public drinking water systems. These projects include the replacement of lead service lines. Antigo is replacing 35

MADISON – Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session to take up Republican-authored child care and redistricting legislation. Representative Sue Conley (D-Janesville) issued the following statement in response: “We know that Wisconsin children, parents, and child care providers need Child Care Counts, not a package of bills that do