Rep. Green: Governor Evers vetoes “Zoey’s Law”

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after Governor Evers vetoed “Zoey’s Law” late last Friday: “I am extremely disappointed that the governor vetoed this bill. I introduced it in late 2025 during his ‘Year of

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking safety education instructors

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Safety Education programs are seeking avid hunters, passionate recreationalists and outdoor enthusiasts to join their safety education volunteer corps. Instructors are needed in all areas of safety education: hunter/bow, ATV/UTV, snowmobile

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Gov. Evers: Approves bipartisan bills supporting Wisconsin workers

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, at the Wisconsin State Council of Machinists Annual Conference and surrounded by labor leaders and union members, signed Assembly Bill (AB) 651, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 145, which makes several improvements to Wisconsin’s worker’s compensation system. Gov. Evers also exercised

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Rep. Duchow: Fair lawsuit legislation vetoed

Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 225, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Dan Feyen (R–Fond du Lac). The bill aimed to prevent third parties, such as insurance companies, from influencing the selection of

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Hulsey campaign: Opposes King Trump’s war on No Kings Day

Milwaukee, WI—Democraticgovernor Brett Hulsey will make this statement to President/King   Trump at the No Kings Rally in Milwaukee tomorrow. Hulsey is a carpenter, former state representative, county supervisor and Democratic governor candidate who authored a 2003 Dane County Resolution against President

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Rep. Duchow: Evers leaves employers in limbo

Madison, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Senate Bill 431, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Van Wanggaard (R–Racine). The bill sought to clarify that employers do not violate Wisconsin’s Fair Employment Act when terminating an employee over pending,

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Rep. Duchow: WIAA accountability: Vetoed

Madison, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Senate Bill 16, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Cory Tomczyk (R–Mosinee). The bill would have prohibited school districts from being members of athletic associations that do not comply with state open

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Rep. Green: Governor Evers vetoes “Zoey’s Law”

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after Governor Evers vetoed “Zoey’s Law” late last Friday: “I am extremely disappointed that the governor vetoed this bill. I introduced it in late 2025 during his ‘Year of the Kid’ to highlight and address the gaps in the

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Gov. Evers: ICYMI: Celebrates record-high enrollment in state’s registered apprenticeship program, new training pathways and opportunities for growth in high-demand fields

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will be traveling across the state to highlight his administration’s efforts and successes over the past seven years to support the state’s workforce and respond to generational workforce challenges. As announced in his 2026 State of the State address, the governor this week will be

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking safety education instructors

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Safety Education programs are seeking avid hunters, passionate recreationalists and outdoor enthusiasts to join their safety education volunteer corps. Instructors are needed in all areas of safety education: hunter/bow, ATV/UTV, snowmobile and boat. Instructors are an important part of the Hunter

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Gov. Evers: Approves bipartisan bills supporting Wisconsin workers

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, at the Wisconsin State Council of Machinists Annual Conference and surrounded by labor leaders and union members, signed Assembly Bill (AB) 651, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 145, which makes several improvements to Wisconsin’s worker’s compensation system. Gov. Evers also exercised a partial line-item veto on AB 650 relating to unemployment

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Rep. Duchow: Fair lawsuit legislation vetoed

Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 225, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Dan Feyen (R–Fond du Lac). The bill aimed to prevent third parties, such as insurance companies, from influencing the selection of venue in civil lawsuits. It addressed the growing practice of

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Gov. Evers: Vetoes bill requiring Wisconsin to opt into nationwide expansion of private voucher schools under ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ slams Republican attacks on public education in America

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today vetoed a bill that would have required opting Wisconsin into a nationwide expansion of private voucher schools under President Donald Trump’s and Republicans’ ‘Big Beautiful Bill, which is expected to divert billions of dollars from public schools and public education.  Gov. Evers, who was

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UW-Stout: New Tree Campus designation is the latest step in sustainability efforts that protect Earth, benefit budgets

Menomonie, Wis. – The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized University of Wisconsin-Stout as a Tree Campus for its dedication to enhancing community well-being through tree education, investment and community engagement. The recognition is the latest chapter in the university’s long-running dedication to sustainability, which includes being named a national Green

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School Engagement Council: Milwaukee parents and school community raise urgent concerns over MPS budget process and staffing cuts

Milwaukee, WI — Parents, School Engagement Council (SEC) members, and community advocates are raising urgent concerns about the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) 2026–2027 budget, citing a lack of transparency, reduced school-level autonomy, and decisions that may negatively impact students and staff retention. At the center of these concerns is a

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Muller campaign: Calls out special interest influence in local election

HOLMEN – La Crosse County Board candidate Chris Muller today expressed disappointment over the growing influence of out-of-state special interest money in what is traditionally a local, community-focused election. Muller contrasted his grassroots campaign with what he describes as a heavily funded effort backed by national organizations far removed from

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Votes to fully fund DHS, back ICE and CBP, and reject Democrats’ open borders demands

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the House Amendment to the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7147 – Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026, legislation to end the Democrats’ reckless Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown and ensure all DHS security operations are funded. “I

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Milwaukee Jewish Federation: Governor Tony Evers and Wisconsin State Legislature pass historic legislation to help fight antisemitism

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin — Milwaukee Jewish Federation applauds Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Legislature for Passing AB446 (SB445), joining 37 other U.S. states and the District of Columbia in codifying the definition of antisemitism into state legislation. By signing this legislation, Governor Evers has ensured Wisconsin has a clear, non-binding state definition

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Hulsey campaign: Opposes King Trump’s war on No Kings Day

Milwaukee, WI—Democraticgovernor Brett Hulsey will make this statement to President/King   Trump at the No Kings Rally in Milwaukee tomorrow. Hulsey is a carpenter, former state representative, county supervisor and Democratic governor candidate who authored a 2003 Dane County Resolution against President George Bush’s illegal war in Iraq in that killed 4,500

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Sen. Wanggaard: Evers, Democrats side with thieves over employers

Governor Evers Vetoes Bill Allowing Employers to Fire Employees that Steal MADISON – Governor Tony Evers has vetoed Senate Bill 431, which would allow employers to fire employees that steal from them. The bill was necessitated by a Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling, Cota v. Oconomowoc Area School District, 2025 WI 11, which

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Rep. Duchow: Evers leaves employers in limbo

Madison, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Senate Bill 431, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Van Wanggaard (R–Racine). The bill sought to clarify that employers do not violate Wisconsin’s Fair Employment Act when terminating an employee over pending, non-criminal charges that are substantially related to their job. “I

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Rep. Duchow: WIAA accountability: Vetoed

Madison, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Senate Bill 16, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Cory Tomczyk (R–Mosinee). The bill would have prohibited school districts from being members of athletic associations that do not comply with state open records and open meetings laws. Overall, this legislation would have

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