Madison, WI – Today, the progressive majority in the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled in favor of Governor Evers’ 400-year property tax hike veto, giving the governor the power to effectively transform legislation for centuries. Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) responded to this ruling. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak released the following statement:

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) announced they renewed their agreement establishing the bipartisan Wisconsin Federal Nominating Commission to provide recommendations for nominations during the 119th Congress for U.S. Attorneys and federal judicial positions. Currently, there are vacancies in the U.S. Attorney positions for the

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) honored Wisconsin State Patrol troopers, inspectors and civilian staff for outstanding service at the State Patrol Award Ceremony held today in Wisconsin Dells. This year, 39 awards were presented to State Patrol employees who went above and beyond in their service to communities across

Statement from Wisconsin Public Education Network Executive Director Heather DuBois Bourenane and Wisconsin Alliance for Excellent School President Sandy Whisler on DPI refusal to comply with federal “compliance request” that would force them to violate existing law: “We applaud Superintendent Underly and district leaders statewide for affirming their commitment to

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) honored nine individuals and teams today at the 2025 Secretary’s Putting Families First Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at the Pyle Center as part of Wisconsin’s proclaimed month-long recognition of Family Strengthening Month. DCF Secretary-designee Jeff Pertl and

MADISON, Wis. – The 22nd report from the federal court-appointed monitor for Lincoln Hills School/Copper Lake School (LHS/CLS) was filed Friday, noting an improvement in staff and youth attitudes as well as fewer safety fears as the state continues to progress toward closing the facilities. The Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC)

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MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court announced its decision to uphold Governor Evers’ partial line-item veto in the 2023-25 state budget that increased per-pupil funding by $325 annually through 2425. Wisconsin State Representative Deb Andraca (D – Whitefish Bay) released the following statement regarding the court’s ruling: “As a

MADISON, Wis. –The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a temporary closure of the Camp Lake boat launch at 27700 113th St., in the town of Trevor in Kenosha County. The launch will be closed from April 21 until approximately 4 p.m. on April 25, 2025, while necessary improvements

MADISON, WI – Representative Alex Dallman released the following statement after the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld Governor Tony Evers’ 400-year veto. “Once again, our liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court continues to act as the second legislative body in our state,” said Representative Dallman. “Instead of upholding the Constitution, liberal justices decided today

Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement  regarding the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Governor Evers’ 400 year veto:  “The liberal majority of the Wisconsin Supreme Court proved again that they will rule based  on partisanship and politics rather than the rule of law.   “Governor

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MADISON – The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled 4-3 against two taxpayers challenging a controversial veto from Gov. Tony Evers in the state budget. The partial veto increased the property tax levy limit for school districts for 400 years, four centuries longer than the Legislature’s intent. “We’re disappointed by today’s ruling,”

MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court majority affirmed the Governor’s partial veto authority for the 400 year school funding revenue limit adjustment. Representative Alex Joers (D-Waunakee) issued the following statement: “For over a decade, the Republican-controlled legislature has refused to provide the necessary funding for Wisconsin schools to keep

Massive property tax increases will result from Evers’ 400-year veto. MADISON… The Wisconsin Supreme Court announced its ruling today, upholding Governor Tony Evers’ “400-year Veto.”  Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement following the court’s ruling: “Yet again we see the liberal majority on the Supreme Court