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MADISON – Tonight in his State of the State Address, Gov. Tony Evers announced a major PFAS package aimed at testing our drinking water, cleaning up the toxic compounds, and creating new rules for their use. He also celebrated one
MADISON — During his 2023 State of the State address, Gov. Tony Evers announced his plan to address contamination caused by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) statewide. As part of his proposal, the governor will be recommending more than $106 million in initiatives in his 2023-25 biennial budget proposal to
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2023 State of the State address, declared 2023 the Year of Mental Health, calling mental and behavioral health a “burgeoning crisis” affecting the state and Wisconsin’s kids, families, and workforce. Gov. Evers also announced his 2023-25 executive budget
Madison, WI – “What’s best for our kids is what’s best for our state.” It’s been Governor Evers’ mantra since he first ran for Governor over 5 years ago. In tonight’s State of the State Address, Evers recommitted to that mantra,
MILWAUKEE – On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones will host her 2nd Listen & Learn Session at the Northcott Neighborhood House. The meeting will feature brief remarks and conversation with Supervisor Coggs-Jones, and representatives from the Milwaukee County Department
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by WISN, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and the Wisconsin Republican delegation sent a letter to UW System President Jay Rothman urging him to ban TikTok from UW System devices and block it from UW System Wi-Fi and wired
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today introduced the Putting Investors First Act, legislation to disrupt the woke attack on American capitalism. This legislation, first proposed by Rep. Steil at the end of the last session of Congress, reins in
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democrats gathered to affirm our commitment to repealing Wisconsin’s antiquated abortion ban. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “As we observe what would have been the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we are forced
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – In case you missed it, Janet for Justice released a new video today answering once and for all how to pronounce “Protasiewicz,” a frequent question as Judge Janet has traveled across Wisconsin meeting voters and talking about
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi today released the following statement in response to a Forbes report that TikTok and ByteDance employees can utilize a secret tool that can make any video go viral. “TikTok’s ‘heating’ policy is exactly the kind
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Address to preview governor’s plans to maintain economy’s momentum, bolster state workforce, expand affordable childcare MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, set to deliver his fifth State of the State address tonight, today released excerpts from his 2023 State of the State
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and 21 of their colleagues in introducing a resolution designating the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023 as National School Choice Week. “Parents should
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi today released the following statement in response to a Forbes report that TikTok and ByteDance employees can utilize a secret tool that can make any video go viral. “TikTok’s ‘heating’ policy is exactly
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced it is seeking sponsors to provide meals to children living in economically disadvantaged areas in Wisconsin through its Summer Food Service Program. Through partnerships and creative collaboration, school districts work with area
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Sergio Gonzalez, assistant professor of Latinx studies in Marquette University’s Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, was named the 2022 Hispanic Man of the Year by UMOS, a nonprofit advocacy organization that provides programs and services that improve
WHITEWATER, WI: Stoughton Trailers LLC, a leading Wisconsin-based semi-trailer manufacturer and sales organization, together with the Wahlin Foundation, a private foundation supporting Stoughton Trailers communities, has partnered with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater College of Business and Economics to support business
Madison, Wis. — Today, the Clean Wisconsin Action Fund proudly announces its endorsement of Judge Chris Taylor in her election bid to serve as judge in the Court of Appeals, District IV. Throughout her tenures in both the State Assembly
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) to reintroduce the Improving Health Insurance Affordability Act, legislation to make permanent enhanced tax credits that led to record enrollment in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, while reducing health care
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2023 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants through March 31, 2023. DATCP will award a total of up to $200,000 in BLBW grant
MADISON – Tonight in his State of the State Address, Gov. Tony Evers announced a major PFAS package aimed at testing our drinking water, cleaning up the toxic compounds, and creating new rules for their use. He also celebrated one of Wisconsin Conservation Voters top priorities: the state’s Clean Energy
MADISON — During his 2023 State of the State address, Gov. Tony Evers announced his plan to address contamination caused by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) statewide. As part of his proposal, the governor will be recommending more than $106 million in initiatives in his 2023-25 biennial budget proposal to support municipalities in responding to local PFAS contamination, bolster staff and resources
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2023 State of the State address, declared 2023 the Year of Mental Health, calling mental and behavioral health a “burgeoning crisis” affecting the state and Wisconsin’s kids, families, and workforce. Gov. Evers also announced his 2023-25 executive budget will include approximately $500 million to expand access to mental and behavioral health services across
Madison, WI – “What’s best for our kids is what’s best for our state.” It’s been Governor Evers’ mantra since he first ran for Governor over 5 years ago. In tonight’s State of the State Address, Evers recommitted to that mantra, and my Republican colleagues would do well to follow his
MILWAUKEE – On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones will host her 2nd Listen & Learn Session at the Northcott Neighborhood House. The meeting will feature brief remarks and conversation with Supervisor Coggs-Jones, and representatives from the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services Division of Aging and Disability
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by WISN, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and the Wisconsin Republican delegation sent a letter to UW System President Jay Rothman urging him to ban TikTok from UW System devices and block it from UW System Wi-Fi and wired networks. In part, the lawmakers wrote, “TikTok is controlled by Chinese parent
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today introduced the Putting Investors First Act, legislation to disrupt the woke attack on American capitalism. This legislation, first proposed by Rep. Steil at the end of the last session of Congress, reins in proxy advisors and limits their influence over American corporate governance.
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democrats gathered to affirm our commitment to repealing Wisconsin’s antiquated abortion ban. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “As we observe what would have been the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we are forced to face the current state of reproductive rights in Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – In case you missed it, Janet for Justice released a new video today answering once and for all how to pronounce “Protasiewicz,” a frequent question as Judge Janet has traveled across Wisconsin meeting voters and talking about her experience as a judge and 25-year prosecutor. Click here
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi today released the following statement in response to a Forbes report that TikTok and ByteDance employees can utilize a secret tool that can make any video go viral. “TikTok’s ‘heating’ policy is exactly the kind of mechanism that could allow the Chinese Communist Party to
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Address to preview governor’s plans to maintain economy’s momentum, bolster state workforce, expand affordable childcare MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, set to deliver his fifth State of the State address tonight, today released excerpts from his 2023 State of the State address. The address is expected to preview the governor’s plans
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and 21 of their colleagues in introducing a resolution designating the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023 as National School Choice Week. “Parents should be empowered to choose the best type of education for
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi today released the following statement in response to a Forbes report that TikTok and ByteDance employees can utilize a secret tool that can make any video go viral. “TikTok’s ‘heating’ policy is exactly the kind of mechanism that could allow the Chinese Communist
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced it is seeking sponsors to provide meals to children living in economically disadvantaged areas in Wisconsin through its Summer Food Service Program. Through partnerships and creative collaboration, school districts work with area organizations to extend the SFSP beyond summer school programs to
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Sergio Gonzalez, assistant professor of Latinx studies in Marquette University’s Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, was named the 2022 Hispanic Man of the Year by UMOS, a nonprofit advocacy organization that provides programs and services that improve the employment, educational, health and housing opportunities of underserved populations.
WHITEWATER, WI: Stoughton Trailers LLC, a leading Wisconsin-based semi-trailer manufacturer and sales organization, together with the Wahlin Foundation, a private foundation supporting Stoughton Trailers communities, has partnered with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater College of Business and Economics to support business education. A combination of student scholarships and faculty fellowships at
Madison, Wis. — Today, the Clean Wisconsin Action Fund proudly announces its endorsement of Judge Chris Taylor in her election bid to serve as judge in the Court of Appeals, District IV. Throughout her tenures in both the State Assembly and Dane County Circuit Court, Judge Taylor has proven herself
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) to reintroduce the Improving Health Insurance Affordability Act, legislation to make permanent enhanced tax credits that led to record enrollment in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, while reducing health care costs for millions of additional Americans. The premium tax credit
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2023 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants through March 31, 2023. DATCP will award a total of up to $200,000 in BLBW grant funding in 2023. BLBW is a competitive grant program designed