WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald’s (WI-05) Merger Agreement Approvals Clarity and Predictability Act, legislation that addresses political intrusion into the regulatory approval process for bank mergers and acquisitions, passed the House Financial Services Committee today. Specifically, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a thorough r… Please log in

Madison, WI – On December 16, 2024, a mass shooting took place at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, resulting in the death of 2 beloved members of the Abundant Life Christian School community and the injury of 6 others, some of whom still require ongoing care. Today marks the

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) and Legislative Democrats introduced the “Forward on Climate” bill package, designed to support the development of a resilient, sustainable, and equitable economy in Wisconsin. As part of the package, Rep. Neubauer authored bills to create the Wisconsin Climate Corps program and invest

Madison, Wis – The Wisconsin Jobs & Energy Coalition, whose membership includes the leading trade union, agriculture and business organizations in the state, issued the following statement in response to the law suit filed today challenging the permits issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) for the Line

Derrick Van Orden “can’t stop fantasizing about eliminating the Affordable Care Act.”  Last month, Van Orden said he wanted to “undo” the Affordable Care Act – renewing his previous calls for the ACA’s “total repeal” and making it clear he wants to rip away health care and raise health care

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) recognized outstanding members, chapters, and youth leaders during its 95th Annual State Convention, celebrating the grassroots leadership and community commitment that strengthen family farming and rural communities across Wisconsin. Builder’s Award: Jim Streveler WFU presented its Builder’s Award to Jim Streveler of

MADISON, WI – New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel details State Senator Sarah Keyeski and Representative Jenna Jacobson’s introduction of legislation that would establish criminal penalties for AI-generated deepfake scams. As artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent, Democratic legislators are working to ensure that bad actors who use this technology to trick and…

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that Wisconsin, along with a coalition of 21 other state or county law enforcement agencies, has joined a lawsuit previously filed by the Federal Trade Commission, against Uber Technologies, LLC and Uber USA, LLC, the operators of the popular rideshare and delivery company. The

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) applauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ decision to add Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) to the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP), expanding access to early detection for two devastating rare diseases. The senator recognized Trickett Wendler, Frank Mongiello, … Please

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) is announcing the application period for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is now open. The grant program is for nonprofit organizations that may be at risk of a terrorist attack due to their ideology, beliefs, or mission. The NSGP is a federal

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Serve Wisconsin, today announced that Wisconsin received $9.3 million in grant funding from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and community volunteerism. The grant funds will support 20 AmeriCorps programs across the state, as well as Volunteer Generation Fund grants for supporting

MADISON – Today, Representative Brienne Brown (D-Whitewater) and Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) introduced new legislation, LRB-5710, to overhaul public access broadcasting and create more transparency in state government. This legislation comes after WisconsinEye, a nonprofit that has covered state government meetings while not being an official government entity, shut down

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for September 2025. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary September 2025 unemployment rates decreased

PRAIRIE DU CHEIN, Wisc. – Last week, the Milwaukee Police Association endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden in his bid to represent the people of Wisconsin’s Third District for another two years in Congress. In their endorsement of Congressman Van Orden, Milwaukee Police Association President Alexander Ayala said that, “during these increasingly trying

MADISON – Ag Day at the Capitol will be held Jan. 21 at the Monona Terrace in Madison. This event is the largest gathering of farmers from across the state, representing a variety of farm groups, to learn more about issues impacting Wisconsin agriculture and meet with their state legislators. “Wisconsin

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Washington, D.C. – The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has filed a lawsuit against the US Army Corps of Engineers for unlawfully granting Canadian company Enbridge a permit for the construction of a new 41-mile section of its Line 5 oil pipeline. The pipeline would encircle the Band’s Reservation in

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MILWAUKEE – Today, Racine Firefighters Local 321 announced their support for David Crowley’s campaign for governor.  “David Crowley has a proven ability to bring people together to get things done for our communities,” said President Jose Carbajal. “From leading the charge for shared revenue changes at the state level so cities and

Madison – Today, Senator Sarah Keyeski (D-Lodi) introduced LRB-4562, which would set criminal penalties for any person who uses artificial intelligence deepfake technology to mimic a person’s voice, image, or mannerisms and uses it to manipulate, deceive, or intimidate individuals.   Senator Keyeski released the following statement in response: “This bill