MADISON – Yesterday, Senator Agard attended the Communities in Action: Building a Better Wisconsin at the White House. The event highlighted the Biden-Harris Administration’s investments and impacts in Wisconsin and also featured local leaders and elected officials who are working on behalf of their communities to create opportunities and improve people’s

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking for public comments on a proposed Green Tier contract with Northern Engraving Corporation (NEC) for their locations in Sparta, Holmen and West Salem, Wisconsin. NEC has participated in the Environmental Cooperation Pilot Program since 2002, and the proposed contract would transition the company

Governor Evers this week proposed $2.6 Billion for public schools that are the foundations of our communities. Unfortunately, many of my legislative Republican colleagues were quick to call that number “too large.” As the Governor noted, and independent revenue estimates show, we do have to be prudent and save where

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that her bipartisan Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act passed the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee. The legislation would expand and support County Veterans Service Officers (CVSO), the community-based employees who work directly with veterans to inform them of eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz today announced the endorsement of former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl in her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “We deserve a Wisconsin Supreme Court that fairly and impartially upholds the laws of our state, and that’s why I’m proud to support Judge Janet Protasiewicz for

Madison—Rep. Scott Johnson of Assembly District 33 gave the following statement regarding last night’s budget address from Governor Tony Evers. “After a hard fought campaign in 2022, I like many of my colleagues, were prepared to work in a bipartisan manner with the Evers Administration to get things done for

(MADISON) — The federally-funded Wisconsin Living Well project at the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) applauds Governor Evers for including multiple provisions in his budget that will increase protections against abuse and neglect for people with disabilities in Wisconsin. “Nationally, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced the No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act. This legislation would require any convention or agreement resulting from the work of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) intergovernmental negotiating body be deemed a treaty, requiring the advice and consent of a

Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave a statement following Governor Evers Budget Address in the Assembly Chambers. Rep. Donovan said: “Today the Governor outlined his priorities for the state’s budget and I believe we can agree on many of the topics presented. We desperately need to address our workforce crisis

(MADISON) — The federally-funded Wisconsin Living Well project at the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) applauds Governor Evers for including multiple provisions in his budget that will increase protections against abuse and neglect for people with disabilities in Wisconsin. “Nationally, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are

Madison – LeadingAge Wisconsin thanks Governor Evers for including increases in funding and support for long-term care in his 2023-2025 state budget proposal. “The proposed budget includes several key initiatives to support the state’s long-term care and services system.  By moving towards a permanent payment standard for nursing homes and initiating

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his priorities he shared last night in his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message.  Hey there, Governor Tony Evers here.  Yesterday, I was proud to deliver my third Biennial Budget Message as the 46th governor of the great state of Wisconsin. 

Madison, WI – Governor Evers’ 2023-2025 State Budget introduced on February 15th makes important investments that will help all Wisconsin citizens enjoy cleaner water, fresher air, and more recreational opportunities.    “This budget includes proposals responding to long-standing needs that are broadly supported by Wisconsin citizens, including funding for critical conservation programs,

MADISON — The School Administrators Alliance has issued the following statement in response to the Governor’s 2023-25 budget proposal:  We applaud the governor’s continued commitment to our students and school communities. The proposal forwarded by Governor Evers would benefit all students and recognize our schools’ significant needs.   Of specific note,

Survival Coalition applauds the Governor for a strong budget for Wisconsin that recognizes the critical need to bolster caregivers who help people with disabilities and older adults living in the community, strong support for special education, investments in mental health, and focus on non-driver transportation. Survival Coalition’s 2022 statewide survey

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his priorities he shared last night in his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message.  Hey there, Governor Tony Evers here. Yesterday, I was proud to deliver my third Biennial Budget Message as the 46th governor of the great state of Wisconsin.  I shared our

The Wisconsin Personal Services Association thanks Governor Evers for once again investing in personal care and other direct care initiatives in his 2023-25 state budget. The proposed $88.7 million increase builds on the strong, bipartisan work the Governor, Department of Health Services and the Legislature have done over the past

Madison, WI – Yesterday Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) attended the 2023-2025 biennial budget address delivered by Governor Tony Evers. This afternoon he released the following statement: “Yesterday, Governor Evers could have shown that he would be willing to work with Republicans in the Legislature on a budget that works best

Madison, WI – In his biennial Budget Address last night, Governor Evers detailed how he drew inspiration from his previous budget proposals when unveiling his 2023-2025 Budget Recommendations. For yet another session, Governor Evers has proposed raising taxes by over $1 Billion. Southeastern Wisconsin freshman lawmaker Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago), said