WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) issued the following statement after voting against Daniel Werfel to be Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  “While I appreciate Mr. Werfel’s dedication to public service and his commitment to improve operations at the IRS, I am highly concerned over the

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), along with U.S. Representative Scott Fitzgerald (R-Wis.) and three of their Republican Senate colleagues, introduced the Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues (SOFA) Act. This bill codifies an effective regulation that is preventing new fentanyl-related substances from entering our communities by permanently classifying

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Tammy Baldwin met with Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Dennis McDonough to advocate on behalf of Wisconsin veterans whose neurological conditions have been misdiagnosed by a doctor at the Tomah VA Medical Center. As a result, these veterans were denied proper benefits and compensation. After working with multiple

Today, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) highlights critical portions of Gov. Evers’ 2023-2025 DHS budget proposal, which was introduced February 15, 2023. Gov. Evers dubbed it a “breakthrough budget,” leveraging Wisconsin’s unprecedented surplus to make investments in Wisconsin’s health care, behavioral health, public health, emergency response, and long-term

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has published the 2023 spongy moth (formerly known as gypsy moth) treatment plan, including an online video presentation, interactive maps, and factsheets at smaerialspray.wi.gov. “The spongy moth is a serious invasive pest that threatens our forests and urban

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for seasonal staff at Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. These limited-term seasonal positions are responsible for outdoor maintenance, groundskeeping work and customer service for property visitors. Recruitment for these positions is underway now for work that

Washington D.C. – Following Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s recent victory in the primary for the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election, People For the American Way is pleased to announce an endorsement of Judge Protasiewicz in the general election. “Judge Janet Protasiewicz is the right choice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court,” said Svante

MADISON, Wis. – As the days warm and become longer, spring also brings plenty of melting snow, rainfall, and ice jams. This can bring flooding to Wisconsin communities. To encourage everyone in the state to be prepared, Gov. Tony Evers has declared March 6 – March 10 as Flood Safety

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his K-12 education priorities, shared last month in his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message. Hi folks, Governor Tony Evers here, wishing you a happy Public Schools Week! As a former teacher, principal, superintendent, and state superintendent, and now as governor,

MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that as March’s warmer temperatures and spring showers move in, Wisconsin’s winter ice cover on lakes moves out. The lake ice that supported vehicles, fishing shelters and snowmobiles becomes more unreliable and dangerous as temperatures fluctuate between above and

Wisconsin State Patrol asks all drivers to prioritize safety behind the wheel when celebrating seasonal traditions this month. With March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day approaching, it’s a time for festivities for many in Wisconsin, but those who plan to drink must also plan for a safe ride home. Impaired

Madison, WI – The release of Governor Evers’ 2023-2025 capital budget recommendations has sparked harsh criticism for its short-sighted spending and lack of long-term solutions—most notably with his refusal to address the closure of Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI). Three years after receiving the results of a multi-year architectural and

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin food, forestry and agriculture product exports set a record in 2022, according to U.S. Census trade data. Exports were shipped to 142 countries totaling nearly $4.22 billion, a 7% increase from the previous record in 2021. U.S. Census data shows that dairy product exports totaled $617

MADISON, Wis. ‒ After more than a year of planning and development, the University of Wisconsin Integrative Health program officially opened the Osher Center for Integrative Health at University of Wisconsin‒Madison. The center will be funded through a $5.5 million endowment from the Bernard Osher Foundation that the Department of Family Medicine and

Delafield, WI – Today, the Institute for Reforming Government released an unprecedented playbook for common-sense, patient-centered healthcare solutions that demonstrate how to successfully give Wisconsinites access to higher-quality and lower-cost healthcare. This groundbreaking report offers an alternative vision to the left’s model of government-run healthcare. By upending the current incentive structure, increasing

MILWAUKEE, WI – Ho-Chunk tribal members came together tonight for a community dinner to discuss the direct impacts of the Wisconsin Supreme Court election on Native communities. The nonpartisan event is hosted by Wisconsin Native Vote (a program of Wisconsin Conservation Voices), the Native American Rights Fund (NARF), and the Ho-Chunk Nation.  The upcoming Wisconsin

MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Paul R. Ripp, 50, of Baraboo, Wisconsin was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 6 years in prison for possessing more than 50 grams of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it.  Ripp pleaded guilty to this charge on December 8, 2022. On March

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald and Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson introduced the Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues (SOFA) Act to combat the opioid epidemic and surge in overdose deaths occurring across the country. Background: Drug overdoses in the United States hit record levels in 2021, with more than 106,000 fatalities, according to the Centers

MADISON – From education to eye care to meat snacks, employers across Wisconsin will use more than $3.8 million in Wisconsin Fast Forward grants from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development to support worker training programs that put people on the path to employment and higher wages. The worker training