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MADISON, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh released the following statement ahead of President Joe Biden’s visit to Wisconsin today: “President Biden and Democrats in Congress continue to deliver for Wisconsin’s working families by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, and
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to join the DNR at one of several First Day Hikes scheduled at state properties on New Year’s Day. Participating in a First Day Hike is a healthy, refreshing way
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of President Biden’s visit to Milwaukee today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “The holiday season in Wisconsin is brighter this year because of President Biden’s leadership—and his Investing in America agenda. President Biden flipped
[Madison, Wis.] – Breast cancer fighter and patient advocate Gail Zeamer penned a letter to the editor of The Cap Times, advocating for Senate Bill 121, which increases access to life-saving breast imaging for those with dense breast tissue and those
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a bipartisan group of 52 other attorneys general today announced a $700 million agreement with Google in their lawsuit about Google’s anticompetitive conduct with the Google Play Store. “Consumers shouldn’t have to
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the village of Ellsworth is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that Grow Milwaukee Recompete Plan has been selected as a finalist for a new economic development initiative, the Recompete Pilot Program. The Recompete Pilot Program was created under the Baldwin-supported CHIPS and Science
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of Mary Malloy to serve as Buffalo County Register of Deeds. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Carol Burmeister, effective Jan. 2, 2024. Malloy will serve for
Rhinelander, WI – On December 19th, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) released a letter to the Co-chairs of the Wisconsin Joint Committee on Finance (JFC), requesting the release of PFAS funding. The WDNR’s letter requests release of segregated
Madison – State Representative Chuck Wichgers circulated an Assembly resolution Tuesday focused on the issue of unregulated ballot drop boxes authorized by Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe and calling for her impeachment. Rep. Wichgers issued the following statement: The
Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement welcoming President Biden to Milwaukee on December 20, 2023: “Wisconsin union members are excited to welcome President Biden back to Wisconsin. President Biden is working every day to ensure
APPLETON, WI — Today, Rep. Gallagher announced that longtime Wisconsin resident and Army veteran John Gillespie was selected to be the 2023 Northeast Wisconsin Veteran of the Year. During a ceremony at American Legion Post 38, Gallagher recognized Gillespie for his
Recently, Jefferson County District Attorney Monica Hall issued her decision regarding the death of Justin Whitten, which occurred on October 18, 2023 in the City of Watertown, Wis. The district attorney determined there will be no criminal charges for involved law enforcement. The Wisconsin Department
On the 9th day of repeal, the GOP took from me: FDA approval. Anti-abortion advocates, represented by a far-right legal organization, have filed a lawsuit before a federal judge in Texas with the sweeping aim of a nationwide ban on
Statement from Clean Wisconsin Water and Agriculture Program Director Sara Walling about the Governor’s actions on PFAS today: “Communities across Wisconsin are dealing with toxic PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ contaminating their drinking water, groundwater, lakes and streams. This year, $125 million
MADISON, WI – After accepting the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County’s 2023 Champion for Children Award, Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am so honored to accept the designation of Champion for Children; as a legislator dedicated
In the weeks since Donald Trump reignited calls to “terminate” the Affordable Care Act (ACA), he has repeated his public threats at least six times. Once again, the likely Republican nominee is running on repeal — even as the health
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement reflecting on his first year in office: “I was elected to make sure that Northern Wisconsin is not forgotten in the political process down here in Madison. From legislative victories
La Crosse, WI – Today, Governor Evers announced three actions to address PFAS pollution in Wisconsin. Governor Evers requested the release of $125 million from the state budget to address PFAS pollution, legislation to allow the DNR’s PFAS groundwater standards to
MADISON, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh released the following statement ahead of President Joe Biden’s visit to Wisconsin today: “President Biden and Democrats in Congress continue to deliver for Wisconsin’s working families by lowering costs, supporting small businesses, and growing the middle class. Today, seniors are able to keep
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to join the DNR at one of several First Day Hikes scheduled at state properties on New Year’s Day. Participating in a First Day Hike is a healthy, refreshing way to kick off the new year. From Richard Bong State
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of President Biden’s visit to Milwaukee today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “The holiday season in Wisconsin is brighter this year because of President Biden’s leadership—and his Investing in America agenda. President Biden flipped the script after four years of Donald Trump’s failed trickle-down
[Madison, Wis.] – Breast cancer fighter and patient advocate Gail Zeamer penned a letter to the editor of The Cap Times, advocating for Senate Bill 121, which increases access to life-saving breast imaging for those with dense breast tissue and those at increased risk of breast cancer. The bipartisan bill, co-sponsored
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a bipartisan group of 52 other attorneys general today announced a $700 million agreement with Google in their lawsuit about Google’s anticompetitive conduct with the Google Play Store. “Consumers shouldn’t have to pay extra because of anticompetitive practices,” said Attorney General Josh
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the village of Ellsworth is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of water mains on Grant Street, Piety Street, Woodworth Street and
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that Grow Milwaukee Recompete Plan has been selected as a finalist for a new economic development initiative, the Recompete Pilot Program. The Recompete Pilot Program was created under the Baldwin-supported CHIPS and Science Act to do targeted economic development in distressed communities and create
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his appointment of Mary Malloy to serve as Buffalo County Register of Deeds. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Carol Burmeister, effective Jan. 2, 2024. Malloy will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term ending Jan. 5, 2025.
Rhinelander, WI – On December 19th, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) released a letter to the Co-chairs of the Wisconsin Joint Committee on Finance (JFC), requesting the release of PFAS funding. The WDNR’s letter requests release of segregated funds to support affected communities and private well owners, and
Madison – State Representative Chuck Wichgers circulated an Assembly resolution Tuesday focused on the issue of unregulated ballot drop boxes authorized by Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe and calling for her impeachment. Rep. Wichgers issued the following statement: The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled in the Teigen case (Teigen v.
Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement welcoming President Biden to Milwaukee on December 20, 2023: “Wisconsin union members are excited to welcome President Biden back to Wisconsin. President Biden is working every day to ensure a workers first economy. His economic agenda is centered on
APPLETON, WI — Today, Rep. Gallagher announced that longtime Wisconsin resident and Army veteran John Gillespie was selected to be the 2023 Northeast Wisconsin Veteran of the Year. During a ceremony at American Legion Post 38, Gallagher recognized Gillespie for his distinguished career in the military and the many contributions he’s
Recently, Jefferson County District Attorney Monica Hall issued her decision regarding the death of Justin Whitten, which occurred on October 18, 2023 in the City of Watertown, Wis. The district attorney determined there will be no criminal charges for involved law enforcement. The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation investigative files, along with
On the 9th day of repeal, the GOP took from me: FDA approval. Anti-abortion advocates, represented by a far-right legal organization, have filed a lawsuit before a federal judge in Texas with the sweeping aim of a nationwide ban on mifepristone, which is used for medication abortions. The plaintiffs argue
Statement from Clean Wisconsin Water and Agriculture Program Director Sara Walling about the Governor’s actions on PFAS today: “Communities across Wisconsin are dealing with toxic PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ contaminating their drinking water, groundwater, lakes and streams. This year, $125 million was included in the state budget to help those communities
MADISON, WI – After accepting the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County’s 2023 Champion for Children Award, Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am so honored to accept the designation of Champion for Children; as a legislator dedicated to making our community and state a safe and healthy
In the weeks since Donald Trump reignited calls to “terminate” the Affordable Care Act (ACA), he has repeated his public threats at least six times. Once again, the likely Republican nominee is running on repeal — even as the health care law is more popular and covers more people than
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement reflecting on his first year in office: “I was elected to make sure that Northern Wisconsin is not forgotten in the political process down here in Madison. From legislative victories to budget victories to engaging with my constituents, I want
La Crosse, WI – Today, Governor Evers announced three actions to address PFAS pollution in Wisconsin. Governor Evers requested the release of $125 million from the state budget to address PFAS pollution, legislation to allow the DNR’s PFAS groundwater standards to move forward, and enacting legislation to regulate and respond to