WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough announced that VA will offer new disability exams to veterans negatively impacted by the negligence conducted at the Tomah VA Medical Center: “As a retired U.S. Navy SEAL and a veteran who receives

MADISON, Wis – Today, a coalition of Legislative Democrats and stakeholders held a press event to introduce legislation to improve conditions of confinement in the State of Wisconsin. Speakers included directly impacted residents and representatives from WISDOM, EX-incarcerated People Organizing of Wisconsin (EXPO-WI) and the Wisconsin American Civil Liberties Union

MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers announced a $15 million state investment to support the Woodman’s Sports and Convention Center project in Janesville. Following the Governor’s announcement, Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement: “I thank Governor Evers for this important investment in our community using federal American Rescue

Cook Political Report: “Van Orden seems to be doing his best to keep this Trump +5 seat competitive” Yesterday, the non-partisan election forecaster Cook Political Report shifted Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District from “Likely Republican” to “Lean Republican.”  Derrick Van Orden is becoming increasingly vulnerable after multiple inappropriate public outbursts and continuing to

Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) has reached an agreement with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy that will lead to faster licensing of Wisconsin pharmacy students graduating into the profession.  The move also enables the department to eliminate some current pharmacy licensing steps, bringing more

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul joined a multistate coalition of 25 attorneys general in submitting a letter to urge the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to strengthen guidance and provide clear warning labels regarding incorrect pulse oximeter readings for patients of color. This letter comes on the

WASHINGTON – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho.) and nine other Senate Finance Committee Republicans in sending a letter regarding the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed rule to change Medicaid Drug Rebate Program (MDRP) operations in ways that offer no material benefit

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he’s investing $36.6 million into building projects across the state in Janesville, Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Door County that were previously rejected by members of the Wisconsin State Legislature in the 2023-25 Capital Budget process. The governor’s investment is projected to support over 400 jobs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced legislation to better protect Americans from getting sick and to end deaths from the flu by supporting our nation’s preparedness and response. The Protecting America from Seasonal and Pandemic Influenza Act of 2023, or Influenza Act, will invest in vaccine development, promote

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) today launched a new service that will transform the support structure for families of children with delays, disabilities, special health care needs, or mental health conditions. Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children’s Resource Network includes a user-friendly website and toll-free helpline that lets families easily connect

At a time when the world is reeling from the Russian assault on Ukraine and the bloody conflict in Israel-Palestine, the Madison-based Interfaith Peace Working Group, along with the UW-Madison’s Center for Interfaith Dialogue and the UW Nonviolence Project, are initiating a year-long conversation on the power of nonviolence to achieve social justice and

The Madison Police Department has agreed to settle a records lawsuit brought by Madison journalistBill Lueders, formerly of Isthmus, Wisconsin Watch and The Progressive.  Lueders sued in September after being told he would have to wait over a year to receive records of internal investigations.  After being sued, the department

(Madison, WI) – An Evening for Peace in Ukraine will include a panel discussion with World BEYOND War’s international director David Swanson, UW-Madison professor of community & environmental sociology Samer Alatout and UW-Madison professor of political science Andrew Kydd. The topic: “What should be done to end the war in Ukraine?” Experts

Madison, WI — At its annual conference, the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office honored staff and partners who initiated programs, went above the call of duty, and skillfully represented their clients.  The Public Defender Board bestowed its highest honor, the Eisenberg Award, to the Wisconsin Judicare Legal Aid’s Indian Law

[Madison, Wis.] – Tuesday, October 31st, marked the final day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the month, the Early Detection Saves Lives Coalition – along with patient advocates and breast cancer specialists – garnered statewide media attention advocating for Senate Bill 121. Authored by Sen. Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton) and Rep.

MADISON – In response to the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip and Israel, Rep. Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) released the following statement: “No one can deny that the Hamas attacks on October 7th were horrifying. For an armed group to attack, capture, and kill unarmed civilians is deplorable, and has

COTTAGE GROVE, Wis., Nov. 2, 2023 – Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Xochitl Torres Small today announced $19.5 million in investments across three U.S. Department of Agriculture initiatives that are helping farmers adopt new climate-smart agricultural practices, supporting community infrastructure, and increasing economic development in rural Wisconsin towns and communities. “Thanks to

“This evening, I voted against the measure on the House floor to expel Rep. George Santos. The underlying reasoning for my decision hinges on the principle that Congress must be deliberate when it decides to regulate or discipline an individual Members’ words or actions through expulsions. Throughout my service in

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, joined an overwhelming bipartisan majority of her colleagues to pass a package of three funding bills that support veterans, invest in agriculture and rural communities, and expand access to affordable housing. By a vote of 82-15,