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“Last night the State Legislature passed a state budget that does not address the fundamental needs of our state. Many issues remain unsolved, that we could have fixed through the budget process. During the public hearings, we heard directly from
The Fourth of July is not just a ritual of fireworks and flag-waving and brats on the grill. It’s a call to remembrance. And shared responsibility. Those revolutionaries in 1776 didn’t just declare independence. They declared allegiance to a set of ideals that we must reaffirm this year. Liberty. Equality. Justice.
As Americans prepare to celebrate our nation’s independence this Fourth of July, a new report offers a timely reminder: American-made ethanol is helping us move toward greater energy independence while saving consumers billions of dollars at the pump.
Madison, WI— Early this morning at 1am,Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) and his colleagues in the Assembly passed the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget. It was then signed by Governor Tony Evers shortly after. Representative Jerry O’Connor released the following statement:
Republicans in Washington are threatening those gains.
Gov. Evers proves himself to be a master negotiator, forcing Republicans to give ground on every issue, leaving Wisconsin conservatives empty handed.
In a 5-2 decision, the Court sided with the Department of Natural Resources in a case involving PFAS contamination—a case that fundamentally shifts how state agencies can wield power over our citizens and economy.
Healthy skepticism is in order when it comes to AI, but those who ignore its reality do so at their own risk.
The Wisconsin Towns Association applauds the Legislature, the Joint Committee on Finance, and Governor Evers for their leadership passing and signing Act 15, a state budget that delivers robust support for local governments and rural Wisconsin. Act 15 demonstrates a
(Madison) – After the state budget passed the Assembly by a vote of 59-39, Rep. Krug issued the following statement: “I’m proud of what we were able to get done for the state of Wisconsin last night. In a divided
Elections matter: the fact that Democrats gained four seats in the Senate and are close to taking the majority means that Senate Democrats were able to make this budget better for the people of Wisconsin. The 2025-2027 biennial budget the
Hi, this is State Senator Jesse James, representing the 23rd Senate District. This is truly the best day for Wisconsin, the 23rd Senate District, and the rest of the Chippewa Valley. Our job here is to represent the wants and
TOP STORIES Evers signs budget after Legislature races to secure funds for Wisconsin hospitals… signed the 2025-27 biennial budget at about 1:30 a.m. Thursday, shortly after the document secured its final votes in the state Assembly [59-39 [Allen lone GOP
Rep. Goeben’s Childcare Initiatives Key Component of State Budget Madison – Representative Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget, which included key components of her childcare initiatives which she has been championing for two legislative sessions. She shared
The law limits secondhand smoke indoors and supports prevention efforts Saturday, July 5 marks the 15th anniversary of Wisconsin’s smoke-free indoor air law, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is celebrating the ways it has protected and improved
Madison – Last night, Governor Evers signed the 2025-27 state budget. Representative Billings voted to pass the budget and released the following statement in response: “Throughout this process, I have been focused on advocating for the best budget for my
Madison… Today, Representative Patrick Snyder (R-Weston voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget. The biennial State Budget is the most important bill passed by the Legislature each Session, it dictates state spending, taxation, and other policies every two years. After
6-lane expansion work on dangerous portion of interstate now delayed further (Waukesha, WI) – On Thursday, July 3, 2025, Governor Tony Evers squashed a provision that was intended to provide critical funding for studying safety enhancements on I-94 between CTH SS
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the “incidental taking” of a rare snake, which may result from the Emerald Drive Culvert in Washington County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional
Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R-Oconomowoc) thanks her legislative colleagues for passing the budget and having it signed into law early this morning by the Governor. Representing the 99th Assembly District, Rep. Dittrich championed key investments that strengthen families, schools, and
“Last night the State Legislature passed a state budget that does not address the fundamental needs of our state. Many issues remain unsolved, that we could have fixed through the budget process. During the public hearings, we heard directly from the people of Wisconsin what the solutions are to the
The Fourth of July is not just a ritual of fireworks and flag-waving and brats on the grill. It’s a call to remembrance. And shared responsibility. Those revolutionaries in 1776 didn’t just declare independence. They declared allegiance to a set of ideals that we must reaffirm this year. Liberty. Equality. Justice.
As Americans prepare to celebrate our nation’s independence this Fourth of July, a new report offers a timely reminder: American-made ethanol is helping us move toward greater energy independence while saving consumers billions of dollars at the pump.
Madison, WI— Early this morning at 1am,Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) and his colleagues in the Assembly passed the 2025-27 Biennial State Budget. It was then signed by Governor Tony Evers shortly after. Representative Jerry O’Connor released the following statement: “State budgets during divided government are a true test of
Republicans in Washington are threatening those gains.
Gov. Evers proves himself to be a master negotiator, forcing Republicans to give ground on every issue, leaving Wisconsin conservatives empty handed.
In a 5-2 decision, the Court sided with the Department of Natural Resources in a case involving PFAS contamination—a case that fundamentally shifts how state agencies can wield power over our citizens and economy.
Healthy skepticism is in order when it comes to AI, but those who ignore its reality do so at their own risk.
The Wisconsin Towns Association applauds the Legislature, the Joint Committee on Finance, and Governor Evers for their leadership passing and signing Act 15, a state budget that delivers robust support for local governments and rural Wisconsin. Act 15 demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting the backbone of Wisconsin’s rural communities
(Madison) – After the state budget passed the Assembly by a vote of 59-39, Rep. Krug issued the following statement: “I’m proud of what we were able to get done for the state of Wisconsin last night. In a divided government, the Republican legislature fought for tax relief, common sense
Elections matter: the fact that Democrats gained four seats in the Senate and are close to taking the majority means that Senate Democrats were able to make this budget better for the people of Wisconsin. The 2025-2027 biennial budget the Governor signed includes significant investments in the priorities Wisconsinites have
Hi, this is State Senator Jesse James, representing the 23rd Senate District. This is truly the best day for Wisconsin, the 23rd Senate District, and the rest of the Chippewa Valley. Our job here is to represent the wants and needs of the people back in our home communities to
TOP STORIES Evers signs budget after Legislature races to secure funds for Wisconsin hospitals… signed the 2025-27 biennial budget at about 1:30 a.m. Thursday, shortly after the document secured its final votes in the state Assembly [59-39 [Allen lone GOP Nay, Dem Ayes Ortiz-Velez, Palmeri, Emerson, Doyle, Johnson, Billings), 19-14
Rep. Goeben’s Childcare Initiatives Key Component of State Budget Madison – Representative Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget, which included key components of her childcare initiatives which she has been championing for two legislative sessions. She shared the following statement regarding the new childcare measures: “I was
The law limits secondhand smoke indoors and supports prevention efforts Saturday, July 5 marks the 15th anniversary of Wisconsin’s smoke-free indoor air law, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is celebrating the ways it has protected and improved health of our state’s residents. “Whether working a shift at
Madison – Last night, Governor Evers signed the 2025-27 state budget. Representative Billings voted to pass the budget and released the following statement in response: “Throughout this process, I have been focused on advocating for the best budget for my constituents. I and my Democratic colleagues have worked to prioritize
Madison… Today, Representative Patrick Snyder (R-Weston voted in favor of the 2025-2027 State Budget. The biennial State Budget is the most important bill passed by the Legislature each Session, it dictates state spending, taxation, and other policies every two years. After the passage of the budget, Rep. Snyder gave the following
6-lane expansion work on dangerous portion of interstate now delayed further (Waukesha, WI) – On Thursday, July 3, 2025, Governor Tony Evers squashed a provision that was intended to provide critical funding for studying safety enhancements on I-94 between CTH SS and the Jefferson County line. Recent crash data shows the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the “incidental taking” of a rare snake, which may result from the Emerald Drive Culvert in Washington County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that
Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R-Oconomowoc) thanks her legislative colleagues for passing the budget and having it signed into law early this morning by the Governor. Representing the 99th Assembly District, Rep. Dittrich championed key investments that strengthen families, schools, and local infrastructure across Wisconsin. “I’m honored to have voted for