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MADISON — Set to begin his second term in office, Gov. Tony Evers today announced the job portal for individuals interested in joining the Evers Administration is now open for application submissions. The Evers Administration is seeking talented, professional, and
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) sent a letter to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairwoman Lina Khan concerning the FTC’s decision to rollback nonpartisan competition practices, opening the door for the regulator to implement ESG criteria. “The FTC is intended
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) and Reps. Glenn Grothman (R-WI), Bryan Steil (R-WI), Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI), and Tom Tiffany (R-WI), today sent a letter to Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by Bloomberg, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) were joined by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) in sending a letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection Acting Commissioner Troy Miller and Secretary
Electricity costs for residential customers of We Energies will increase by 11% in January after the state Public Service Commission approved a rate increase that kept the utility’s profit rate well above the national average. The PSC on Thursday voted
Electricity costs for customers of Wisconsin Public Service will increase in January after the state Public Service Commission approved a rate increase that kept the utility’s profit rate well above the national average. The PSC on Thursday voted to approve
WASHINGTON – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and five of their Republican colleagues in a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas pressing him to explain the department’s failure to properly
Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Dec. 5, 2022) – Robert Rondini, who has served as Milwaukee County Deputy Register in Probate for the last six months, was appointed today as the county’s new Register in Probate, said First Judicial Administrative District Chief Judge Mary
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Ladysmith is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. This project includes the
Madison, Wis. — Last week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Wisconsin’s application for an extension of the Section 1332 State Innovation Waiver (1332 waiver) which has allowed the successful operation of the Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan (WIHSP). With this extension,
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement in response to a NBC news report that revealed hackers linked to the Chinese Communist Party
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the “incidental taking” of a rare snake, which may result from the reconstruction of WIS 38 bridge over Root River project. Incidental take refers
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a coalition of law enforcement led by Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is warning Wisconsinites of a recent flurry of scams targeting seniors across the state. The scams consist of a senior receiving
For More information call: 414-915-8425 https://www.facebook.com/VoteJanel/ http://janelforsenate.com State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) has announced her intention to run for the 8th Senate District. State Senator Alberta Darling announced her resignation effective Thursday December 1st. Brandtjen issued a heart-felt thank
Today, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced it has been awarded a $45 million grant to assess the statewide public health system to help build a stronger public health workforce through retention, recruitment, and training efforts. The funding
Rep. Terry Katsma (R–Oostburg) has been appointed by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R–Rochester) to serve a third term as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance during the 2023-24 legislative session—and, for the first time, in the role of
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed charges against the owner of a Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) in Kewaunee County, along with the manure hauler he hired to spread manure on his dairy’s land, and the agronomist that
Making potential robbers who want to make a quick exit thank twice, this proven deterrent electronically forces a waiting period for pharmacy staff to open the safe to access contents like controlled substance narcotics. The company’s effort to make communities
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds wild turkey hunters that applications for the 2023 season are due by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 10, 2022. Hunters can apply for harvest authorizations or purchase preference points toward future drawings at GoWild.wi.gov or
On Friday, Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) re-appointed Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) to continue to serve on the Joint Committee on Finance. “Wisconsin is in a strong fiscal position to take on some of the challenges our citizens are facing. I’m
MADISON — Set to begin his second term in office, Gov. Tony Evers today announced the job portal for individuals interested in joining the Evers Administration is now open for application submissions. The Evers Administration is seeking talented, professional, and dedicated individuals who are deeply committed to public service and
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) sent a letter to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairwoman Lina Khan concerning the FTC’s decision to rollback nonpartisan competition practices, opening the door for the regulator to implement ESG criteria. “The FTC is intended to be an independent agency above the partisan fold. However,
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) and Reps. Glenn Grothman (R-WI), Bryan Steil (R-WI), Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI), and Tom Tiffany (R-WI), today sent a letter to Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers calling on the Governor to ban TikTok from Wisconsin government
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by Bloomberg, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) were joined by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) in sending a letter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection Acting Commissioner Troy Miller and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas over concerns about enforcement of
Electricity costs for residential customers of We Energies will increase by 11% in January after the state Public Service Commission approved a rate increase that kept the utility’s profit rate well above the national average. The PSC on Thursday voted to approve the rate increase for We Energies customers. The
Electricity costs for customers of Wisconsin Public Service will increase in January after the state Public Service Commission approved a rate increase that kept the utility’s profit rate well above the national average. The PSC on Thursday voted to approve the rate increase for WPS customers. The increase for residential
WASHINGTON – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and five of their Republican colleagues in a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas pressing him to explain the department’s failure to properly file tens of thousands of “Notice to Appear” (NTA) documents
Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Dec. 5, 2022) – Robert Rondini, who has served as Milwaukee County Deputy Register in Probate for the last six months, was appointed today as the county’s new Register in Probate, said First Judicial Administrative District Chief Judge Mary E. Triggiano. “We are very pleased that Robert is joining
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Ladysmith is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. This project includes the construction of a water main loop and the replacement of
Madison, Wis. — Last week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Wisconsin’s application for an extension of the Section 1332 State Innovation Waiver (1332 waiver) which has allowed the successful operation of the Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan (WIHSP). With this extension, WIHSP will be able to operate under the 1332 waiver
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement in response to a NBC news report that revealed hackers linked to the Chinese Communist Party stole at least $20 million in U.S. COVID relief benefits.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the “incidental taking” of a rare snake, which may result from the reconstruction of WIS 38 bridge over Root River project. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a coalition of law enforcement led by Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is warning Wisconsinites of a recent flurry of scams targeting seniors across the state. The scams consist of a senior receiving a phone call from someone pretending to be law enforcement
For More information call: 414-915-8425 https://www.facebook.com/VoteJanel/ http://janelforsenate.com State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) has announced her intention to run for the 8th Senate District. State Senator Alberta Darling announced her resignation effective Thursday December 1st. Brandtjen issued a heart-felt thank you to Darling for her years of service. Today Brandtjen
Today, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced it has been awarded a $45 million grant to assess the statewide public health system to help build a stronger public health workforce through retention, recruitment, and training efforts. The funding is part of $3.2 billion being awarded from the U.S.
Rep. Terry Katsma (R–Oostburg) has been appointed by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R–Rochester) to serve a third term as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance during the 2023-24 legislative session—and, for the first time, in the role of Assembly Vice-Chair to the committee. “It is my great privilege
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed charges against the owner of a Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) in Kewaunee County, along with the manure hauler he hired to spread manure on his dairy’s land, and the agronomist that submitted a report about that manure spreading to the Wisconsin
Making potential robbers who want to make a quick exit thank twice, this proven deterrent electronically forces a waiting period for pharmacy staff to open the safe to access contents like controlled substance narcotics. The company’s effort to make communities safer comes in time for the busy holiday shopping season.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds wild turkey hunters that applications for the 2023 season are due by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 10, 2022. Hunters can apply for harvest authorizations or purchase preference points toward future drawings at GoWild.wi.gov or through an authorized license agent. Turkey harvest authorizations are issued through
On Friday, Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) re-appointed Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) to continue to serve on the Joint Committee on Finance. “Wisconsin is in a strong fiscal position to take on some of the challenges our citizens are facing. I’m looking forward to continuing to serve on this committee, advocate