Rep. Rodriguez: Two Rodriguez bills become law

MADISON – Governor Tony Evers signed several bills into law on Thursday afternoon, two of which were authored by Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek). 2025 Senate Bill 556 (now 2025 Wisconsin Act 163) includes certain energy and liquefied natural gas storage facilities in

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U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Schumer, Slotkin: Call on Trump to block Chinese automakers from jeopardizing American jobs, national security

Following President Trump encouraging Chinese companies to set up shop in the U.S., Senators call for stopping Chinese automakers from manufacturing and selling in U.S. WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Chuck Schumer (D-NY), and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) called on President Donald Trump to stop Chinese automakers from undercutting

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Rep. Murphy: Statement from State Representative Dave Murphy

“I am troubled by reports that the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents are trying to remove President Jay Rothman without providing any clear reasons. This lack of transparency is unacceptable. President Rothman deserves to know exactly why the Board has lost confidence in his leadership. I commend President Rothman

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Steil campaign: Raises over $1.3 million in Q1, reports $5.5 million cash on hand

Contact: Michael Donatello Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil’s campaign announced that Steil raised more than $1.3 million for his campaign committees in the first quarter of 2026. Congressman Steil will also report more than $5.5 million cash on hand. Following the announcement, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) issued the following statement:  “I’m honored by…

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WisGOP: The clear contrast between Chris Taylor and Judge Maria Lazar

MADISON, Wis. — Tonight, Wisconsin voters saw a stark contrast between the two candidates for the Wisconsin Supreme Court: Judge Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor. While Taylor dodged questions and misrepresented her record, Judge Lazar spoke candidly with voters, proudly defending her principled, independent approach to the bench. “The winner of tonight’s

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Lazar campaign: Dominates Supreme Court debate with judicial integrity; Chris Taylor retreats from legislative record

Milwaukee, WI — In a clear victory for the rule of law, Judge Maria Lazar delivered a commanding performance in tonight’s Wisconsin Supreme Court debate. Campaign spokesperson Nathan Conrad released the following statement: “Judge Maria Lazar won tonight’s debate hands down, proving she has the integrity and independence Wisconsin needs while

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WisDems: Fact check: Lazar tries to hide extreme anti-choice agenda

MADISON, Wis. — During tonight’s state supreme court debate, right-wing puppet Maria Lazar tried to hide her extreme anti-choice agenda. Tonight, she falsely claimed that abortion is not on the ballot this year and that she would support the 20-week compromise — but her own record proves otherwise. Earlier this year,

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Rep. Rodriguez: Two Rodriguez bills become law

MADISON – Governor Tony Evers signed several bills into law on Thursday afternoon, two of which were authored by Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek). 2025 Senate Bill 556 (now 2025 Wisconsin Act 163) includes certain energy and liquefied natural gas storage facilities in the calculation for utility aid payments in Wisconsin. “Because utility

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Rep. Hurd: Homeless veterans matching grant legislation becomes law

MADISON – On Thursday, Governor Tony Evers signed Assembly Bills 596 and 597 into law. These new laws create a state matching grant program to aid homeless veterans and redirect $1.9 million to support this new program. Under federal law, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs awards per diem payments to qualifying organizations that provide

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Rep. Moses: A new role for soybeans in Wisconsin fire protection

Madison… Legislation authored by Rep. Clint Moses to support the use of soybean-based fire suppression products was signed into law today, advancing an innovative solution that strengthens public safety while supporting Wisconsin agriculture. Senate Bill 474 allows fire departments to use existing state grant funding to purchase fire suppression products

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Talking Trade Special Episode: Assessing the U.S. and international energy landscape in time of war

A new special episode of “Talking Trade” features segments from the recent WisPolitics-State Affairs virtual luncheon focused on energy issues amid the Iran conflict. See coverage of the event in a recent story…. Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options

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