Thanks to President Biden and Democrats in Congress, Medicare is currently negotiating lower prices for the costliest prescription drugs. Lower prices for the first 10 drugs selected for negotiation will take effect in 2026, and by 2030, up to 80 drugs will have lower negotiated prices. A new report by

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Rapid Response Director Arik Wolk released the following statement on the Eric Hovde’s first TV ad and its omission of any mention of Wisconsin: “Wisconsinites shouldn’t be surprised that a $2.8 billion California bank owner trying to buy a Senate seat in Wisconsin failed to

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The Democratic Party of Marquette County has donated the cost of a one-year subscription to the New York Times Sunday Edition to the Ethel Everhard Memorial Library in Westfield.  County Party Chair Peggy Fullmer said “We value the diversity of ideas found in our public libraries. We value freedom of

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues introduced the Price Gouging Prevention Act, legislation to crack down on corporate price gouging and protect American families from corporate greed. The bill would create a new federal ban on grossly excessive price increases, and authorize the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Keep Our Republic (KOR) is excited to announce the launch of the Wisconsin Voting Systems Hub. This innovative web page is a one-stop resource for detailed information on the voting systems utilized across Wisconsin, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s mission to foster trust, respect, and confidence in the

MADISON — The new retail license form for retailers of cigarettes, tobacco products and electronic vaping devices, Form CTV-100, is now available from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. This form replaces the prior form, Form CTP-200, which is a retail license to sell cigarette and tobacco products.  Why is the new

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary Amy Pechacek, today announced hundreds of high school students and employers around Wisconsin are taking part in four new occupational pathways in Wisconsin’s Youth Apprenticeship program this academic year. “Building a strong workforce that can meet the needs of the

MADISON, Wis. – As temperatures rise and more people get outside early this week, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to stay vigilant and avoid burning because of high fire danger statewide. Lack of snow cover and accumulated rain statewide are causing an early start to Wisconsin’s

MADISON – The PFAS-related bill SB 312 that includes a “poison pill” which would degrade the state’s ability to hold polluters accountable should be vetoed by Gov. Tony Evers. The Joint Finance Committee should release the already approved $125 million. Government Affairs Manager Peter Burress explained the current situation this

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for eight seats on the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors. Nominations will be accepted from March 1 through March 30, 2024. The eight districts up for election are: District 2 – Forest,

Defend The Vote (DTV), one of the nation’s leading and most influential pro-democracy organizations, today is endorsing Rebecca Cooke in the race for U.S. House in Wisconsin’s third Congressional District (WI-03).     “Rebecca Cooke will put people first. She’s running for Congress to give Wisconsin families a greater voice in our

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to sign up for the upcoming Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5K. The race, inspired by artist Bob Ross, is a virtual event with proceeds benefiting tree health and protection across the state. All skill levels and abilities

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On the final official floor day of the legislative session, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed two more bills authored by Representative Gustafson, Assembly Bill 964 and Senate Bill 788. AB 964 allows for minors to operate a business on public property and SB 788 broadens the pool applicants chiropractors can

Some beautiful weather is in the forecast for the coming week, and ATV/UTV riders around Wisconsin can surely hear the trails calling! Those looking to get out and ride this weekend are reminded to think smart before they start by following safety best practices and operating responsibly wherever they ride,

As a tribal leader, I wish to share some perspective on the wolf population and their impact on the people and property of those who reside in what’s now known as Wisconsin.  The vast majority of the conversation in the northern part of the state focuses on concerns about wolves. Even

MADISON, WI – After attending the 20th Annual State of the Tribes Address delivered by Forest County Potawatomi Chairman James  Crawford at the Wisconsin State Capitol, Representative Shelia Stubbs(D-Madison) released the following statement: “It was moving to hear this year’s State of the Tribes Address from Forest County Potawatomi Chairman

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund released the following statement on the Alabama Supreme Court ruling restricting access to IVF, a direct result of Trump’s MAGA, anti-freedom agenda: “As Wisconsinites watch families in Alabama lose access to IVF in horror, there is one person responsible: Donald Trump. Make no mis…

MADISON, WI – After members of the Wisconsin State Assembly voted to pass Assembly Bill 182—relating to: a certification of rental readiness and funding to cover damages caused by certification of rental readiness holders and Assembly Bill 183—relating to: establishing and operating community reentry centers and making an appropriation, Representative