The News: WILL has announced Erin Gamble as our new Associate Counsel. Her hire reflects our organization’s commitment to fighting back against bureaucratic overreach in Wisconsin and across the country. Erin previously served as a legal clerk here at WILL and most recently as a civil defense attorney. In her role,

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), today announced more than $159 million has been allocated for financial assistance through the Lead Service Line Replacement Program to 29 municipalities across the state to ensure Wisconsinites have access to clean, safe drinking water that

During his first week as a candidate for Governor, former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes made a clear call to redraw Wisconsin’s congressional maps so they finally reflect the will of the people. Lt. Governor Barnes’ proposal came during his statewide “Wisconsin Way” tour, where he is meeting with voters and

Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP-WI) is calling out Governor Tony Evers for vetoing AB 211—a commonsense bill that would have given local communities the freedom to allow new cigar lounges and opened doors for entrepreneurs. The 2009 Indoor Clean Air Act grandfathered existing lounges but banned new ones, creating

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, the second largest dairy cooperative in the country based on milk volume, appreciates the $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, announced by President Trump yesterday at a roundtable event. The proposed funding comes at a critical time for farmers nationwide as they

MADISON, WI. – Governor Tony Evers has signed Act 54 into law, expanding Wisconsin’s Move Over, Slow Down requirements to protect all motorists stopped on the side of the road. Lawmakers and safety advocates thanked the Governor for taking action to close a long-standing gap in roadside safety. Previously, Wisconsin

Madison – Representative Clint Moses (R-Menomonie) issued the following statement after Governor Evers signed Act 75, which provides funding in the amount of $10 million to be directed to Rogers Behavioral Health to build a mental health treatment facility in Chippewa Falls. “Western Wisconsin is currently in a mental health

MADISON, Wis. — Two bills authored by Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) updating state law regarding vehicle registration were signed into law on Tuesday. “These bills are the product of bipartisan work on behalf of the people of Wisconsin, from local employers to Gold Star families,” Hutton said. “Thank you to the

MADISON – Today, Representative Alex Joers joined Representative Francesca Hong, Senator LaTonya Johnson, and Representative Kalan Haywood to reintroduce legislation to establish paid family and medical leave for Wisconsin. Currently, workers in Wisconsin have no right to paid family and medical leave. This legislation presents an exciting opportunity to enact

Turning Point Action announced on Friday their endorsement of Michael Alfonso, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District, stating “Michael has proven himself as an unapologetic conservative and will represent Wisconsin well in Congress.” “I am profoundly grateful to receive an endorsement from Turning Point Action. Charlie Kirk has been

Madison, WI — In a hearing that lasted more than 3 1/2 hours, fourteen witnesses including Wisconsin farmers, contractors, solar developers, economists, and major employers testified today in strong support of Local Solar legislation (SB-559 and AB 493), highlighting how the legislation would lower energy bills for all Wisconsinites, strengthen the grid, and return decisio…

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) joined Senator LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) and Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison) in introducing a comprehensive paid family and medical leave program. On this introduction, Representative Haywood released the following statement: “Families in Wisconsin deserve economic security. Families of color, and especially Black… Please log

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after two of his bills were signed into law by Governor Evers earlier today: “With the governor signing these bills into law, we’re expanding opportunity for students and strengthening our county forests. Senate Bill 158 broadens the applicant pool

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Donald Trump tried to cover-up the consequences of his tariff taxes and the impact they are having on farmers by announcing a $12 billion bailout. But the attempt is too little, too late as at least fourteen family farms in Wisconsin alone have filed for Chapter 12

Madison, Wis. — Today, The Republican controlled Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government heard Senate Bill 420, a bill which would prohibit local governments from adopting rights of nature ordinances. Rep Miresse released the following: “As we heard from advocates today, Rights of Nature is one of the strongest

MADISON, WI…Common-sense legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to reduce unnecessary confusion and costs within the state’s family court system was signed into law by Governor Tony Evers today as Act 81. “Introduced at the request of family law practitioners, judges and parents, this new law will provide greater

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today unveiled the designs of Wisconsin’s newest state license plates, a Blackout design and a Retro butter yellow design, depicted below. The bipartisan 2025-27 Biennial Budget signed by Gov. Evers included $5.5 million in funding to support the

MILWAUKEE — Dr. Debbie Tahmassebi (“tah-MAHS-a-bee”), provost at Westminster University, has been named the next provost at Marquette University, President Kimo Ah Yun announced today. The long-time Jesuit higher education leader, who was identified through a rigorous national search, will begin in the role March 1, 2026. Acting Provost Sarah

Madison, Wis. — Today, Governor Evers signed three bills into law authored by State Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Fox Crossing). On Friday, the governor vetoed two additional bills approved by the legislature and authored by Sen. Cabral-Guevara.  Senate Bill 10 would have expanded access to public high schools for military recruiters. It

MADISON – Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) and Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton) authored Senate Bill 190, ratifying the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in Wisconsin. This bill was signed into law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 76 today. Act 76 ratifies the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in Wisconsin, creating a ‘compact privilege,’ which will allow … Please