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May the Personal Property Tax rest in peace, and may our state continue to move toward a more streamlined, business-friendly environment that fosters growth and innovation.
The monumental decision by the court’s new majority brings hope for a brighter future for all of Wisconsin.
The Freedom to Vote Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act — bills introduced during this Congress — would safeguard every vote, ensuring our democratic process remains secure and serves its intended purpose: government of, by and for the people.
As a new book on rural voting habits details, the caricature of rural communities full of Bible-thumping, gun-toting culture warriors badly misrepresents the politics of the countryside.
The migrant airdrops and inhumane bus rides, exacted by republican governors like Greg Abbott in Texas and Ron DeSantis in Florida, are not solely about border control. By way of influencing policy, it’s also a waste of time and disingenuous.
Sheehy provides parting thoughts as his tenure as MMAC president closes.
Assembly Republicans introduced a medical marijuana plan that would use five state-run dispensaries rather than private outlets.
Jan. 9 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a chance for the public to thank the men and women in blue who risk their lives for us and strive to keep us safe.
Why did Washington county executive dump on Milwaukee?
The community has a big challenge to figure out a replacement for an institution and property that has served us all well for many years. Community leaders were very creative in 1968 when they established the University of Wisconsin-Washington County. They will need to be equally creative this time around.
Sen. Duey Stroebel says he’s seeing bipartisan support for a bill that would provide $7.5 million in state matching funds for the Wisconsin BioHealth Tech Hub effort. The Saukville Republican and Rep. Amanda Nedweski, R-Pleasant Prairie, recently sent a co-sponsorship
District Board changes part of bipartisan deal to keep Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball in Wisconsin through 2050 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced new appointments to the newly reformed Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District board, the majority
Washington, D.C. (January 8, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today responded to Whitewater Police Chief Daniel Meyer’s letter to President Biden requesting help with an increase of migrants in the city. In Chief Meyer’s letter, he outlined how law
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the Communications of Workers of America District 4 announced their endorsement of Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third District. The labor organization includes over 200 local unions that represent workers in telecommunications, information technology, publishing, print and
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), and three of her colleagues launched an investigation into the extremely high prices four large pharmaceutical companies charge for inhalers that
MADISON, Wis – Today, Assembly Republicans announced a highly restrictive plan to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes in Wisconsin. Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released the following statement: “I have long supported marijuana for recreational and medicinal use in
Madison, WI – On Monday morning, Assembly Republicans introduced a proposal to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin. Throughout the past four legislative sessions, Senator Mary Felzkowski (R- Tomahawk) has worked on crafting legislation to establish a medical marijuana program in Wisconsin.
DELAFIELD, WI – IRG Action applauds Rep. Will Penterman for introducing LRB 4274, which would lay the groundwork for teacher apprenticeships in Wisconsin. 28 states, red and blue, are using them to solve the teacher shortage crisis. LRB 4274 would
WASHINGTON, DC – Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party wrote to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and United States Trade Representative
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May the Personal Property Tax rest in peace, and may our state continue to move toward a more streamlined, business-friendly environment that fosters growth and innovation.
The monumental decision by the court’s new majority brings hope for a brighter future for all of Wisconsin.
The Freedom to Vote Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act — bills introduced during this Congress — would safeguard every vote, ensuring our democratic process remains secure and serves its intended purpose: government of, by and for the people.
As a new book on rural voting habits details, the caricature of rural communities full of Bible-thumping, gun-toting culture warriors badly misrepresents the politics of the countryside.
The migrant airdrops and inhumane bus rides, exacted by republican governors like Greg Abbott in Texas and Ron DeSantis in Florida, are not solely about border control. By way of influencing policy, it’s also a waste of time and disingenuous.
Sheehy provides parting thoughts as his tenure as MMAC president closes.
Assembly Republicans introduced a medical marijuana plan that would use five state-run dispensaries rather than private outlets.
Jan. 9 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a chance for the public to thank the men and women in blue who risk their lives for us and strive to keep us safe.
Why did Washington county executive dump on Milwaukee?
The community has a big challenge to figure out a replacement for an institution and property that has served us all well for many years. Community leaders were very creative in 1968 when they established the University of Wisconsin-Washington County. They will need to be equally creative this time around.
Sen. Duey Stroebel says he’s seeing bipartisan support for a bill that would provide $7.5 million in state matching funds for the Wisconsin BioHealth Tech Hub effort. The Saukville Republican and Rep. Amanda Nedweski, R-Pleasant Prairie, recently sent a co-sponsorship memo to lawmakers on the proposal. It would authorize the
District Board changes part of bipartisan deal to keep Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball in Wisconsin through 2050 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced new appointments to the newly reformed Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District board, the majority owner of American Family Field, currently the designated home of
Washington, D.C. (January 8, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today responded to Whitewater Police Chief Daniel Meyer’s letter to President Biden requesting help with an increase of migrants in the city. In Chief Meyer’s letter, he outlined how law enforcement is struggling to meet public safety demands due to
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the Communications of Workers of America District 4 announced their endorsement of Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third District. The labor organization includes over 200 local unions that represent workers in telecommunications, information technology, publishing, print and electronic media, manufacturing, higher education, local government, an… Please log
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), and three of her colleagues launched an investigation into the extremely high prices four large pharmaceutical companies charge for inhalers that 25 million Americans with asthma and 16 million Americans with
MADISON, Wis – Today, Assembly Republicans announced a highly restrictive plan to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes in Wisconsin. Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released the following statement: “I have long supported marijuana for recreational and medicinal use in Wisconsin, and I am glad that my Republican colleagues are
Madison, WI – On Monday morning, Assembly Republicans introduced a proposal to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin. Throughout the past four legislative sessions, Senator Mary Felzkowski (R- Tomahawk) has worked on crafting legislation to establish a medical marijuana program in Wisconsin. This is her reaction to the Assembly’s announcement: “I commend
DELAFIELD, WI – IRG Action applauds Rep. Will Penterman for introducing LRB 4274, which would lay the groundwork for teacher apprenticeships in Wisconsin. 28 states, red and blue, are using them to solve the teacher shortage crisis. LRB 4274 would allow future teachers to take up to 4 semesters of
WASHINGTON, DC – Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party wrote to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai with concern that the People’s Republic of China
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