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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Richland County Circuit Court. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Andrew Sharp’s resignation, effective April 1, 2022. The new judge will complete
MADISON, Wis. — At a time when families are feeling the effects of rising costs, Wisconsin’s record-breaking budget surplus shouldn’t be collecting dust in Madison — it should be used to help the workers and families who created it. Yesterday’s Marquette Law School poll highlighted
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the bipartisan Honoring our PACT Act. This legislation will broaden the definition of toxic exposure, expand access to comprehensive health care services for potentially as many as 3.5 million veterans exposed to airborne hazards and
MADISON, Wis. — At a time when families are feeling the effects of rising costs, Wisconsin’s record-breaking budget surplus shouldn’t be collecting dust in Madison — it should be used to help the workers and families who created it. Yesterday’s Marquette Law School poll highlighted
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Fox Business’ “Mornings with Maria” to discuss Democrats war on American energy independence and their long list of policy failures that have weakened America. The interview can be found here, excerpts are
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported strong financial performance through year-end 2021, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). At year-end 2021, there were 132 state-chartered banks serving Wisconsin residents. “Throughout 2021, Wisconsin’s state-chartered
(MILWAUKEE, WI) – In his first State of the Union address this past Tuesday night, President Biden received a standing ovation when calling on members of Congress to pass long overdue immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers,
WASHINGTON—On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Mitt Romney and 34 of their Republican colleagues in a letter to the President requesting an accounting of how the federal government has allocated trillions in taxpayer funds to combat
MADISON— Fair Elections Project Director Sachin Chheda released the following statement in response to the Fair Maps Constitutional Amendment proposed in the legislature today: “The Fair Elections Project supports the idea of enshrining the Wisconsin version of the so-called ‘Iowa
MIDDLETON – State Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released a statement today upon the announcement from State Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) that he would not be seeking reelection: “I want to thank Gordon for his tireless service to his district and
Kenosha- Sen. Bob Wirch (D-Somers) issued the following statement today after attending the announcement by Governor Tony Evers that the state has awarded $15 million for the City of Kenosha’s Innovation Neighborhood Project and $10 million to allow Kenosha County
Washington, D.C. – Senate hopeful and Wisconsin’s Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes loves to talk about his leadership position on the Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change while on the campaign trail. Yet, it appears he has zero accomplishments to name. At
DANE COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) today announced a new PFAS-based consumption advisory for Black Earth Creek to the confluence with Blue Mound Creek in Dane County following results
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI-4), U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Representative Don Young (R-AK-At Large), and led 112 of their Senate and House colleagues in writing a
A few years ago Bill Barthen, a major in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, got involved in the Mankind Project, an organization that supports men to make a difference in the lives of others. Barthen met John Nemick, a spiritual
Superior, WI – U.S. Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) blasted President Joe Biden for killing thousands of good-paying, Wisconsin jobs by canceling the Keystone XL Pipeline and highlighted what he expected to hear from President Biden during his visit to the Twin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today announced the Executive Residence will be lit with blue and yellow lights at 7:30 p.m. tonight in solidarity with the people of Ukraine as they continue to resist Russia’s
Today, Congresswoman Moore voted to pass H.R. 3967, the Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2021 or the Honoring our PACT Act of 2021, which affects millions of our veterans who may have been exposed to toxins
TWO RIVERS, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proposing a variance to the Point Beach State Forest Master Plan to designate a pilot equestrian trail at the property. The proposal would designate an existing closed service road and hiking
In a House Armed Services Committee hearing on the “State of the Surface Navy,” Vice Admiral William K. Lescher, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, admitted to Rep. Gallagher that the U.S. failed to deter Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine after
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Richland County Circuit Court. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Andrew Sharp’s resignation, effective April 1, 2022. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2023. To apply, please email
MADISON, Wis. — At a time when families are feeling the effects of rising costs, Wisconsin’s record-breaking budget surplus shouldn’t be collecting dust in Madison — it should be used to help the workers and families who created it. Yesterday’s Marquette Law School poll highlighted that Wisconsinites expect action on rising costs. Thankfully, unlike Wisconsin
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the bipartisan Honoring our PACT Act. This legislation will broaden the definition of toxic exposure, expand access to comprehensive health care services for potentially as many as 3.5 million veterans exposed to airborne hazards and burn pits, and strengthen benefits for veterans who were exposed
MADISON, Wis. — At a time when families are feeling the effects of rising costs, Wisconsin’s record-breaking budget surplus shouldn’t be collecting dust in Madison — it should be used to help the workers and families who created it. Yesterday’s Marquette Law School poll highlighted that Wisconsinites expect action on rising costs. Thankfully, unlike Wisconsin
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Fox Business’ “Mornings with Maria” to discuss Democrats war on American energy independence and their long list of policy failures that have weakened America. The interview can be found here, excerpts are below. On Reliance on Foreign Oil: “The Democrats have a
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported strong financial performance through year-end 2021, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). At year-end 2021, there were 132 state-chartered banks serving Wisconsin residents. “Throughout 2021, Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks demonstrated sound financial practices while helping their … Please
(MILWAUKEE, WI) – In his first State of the Union address this past Tuesday night, President Biden received a standing ovation when calling on members of Congress to pass long overdue immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders, essential workers and farm workers.
WASHINGTON—On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Mitt Romney and 34 of their Republican colleagues in a letter to the President requesting an accounting of how the federal government has allocated trillions in taxpayer funds to combat the pandemic. Specific answers to these questions are vital before
MADISON— Fair Elections Project Director Sachin Chheda released the following statement in response to the Fair Maps Constitutional Amendment proposed in the legislature today: “The Fair Elections Project supports the idea of enshrining the Wisconsin version of the so-called ‘Iowa Model’ in the State Constitution. This would ensure that the
MIDDLETON – State Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released a statement today upon the announcement from State Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) that he would not be seeking reelection: “I want to thank Gordon for his tireless service to his district and to the state of Wisconsin. The people of Oshkosh have
Kenosha- Sen. Bob Wirch (D-Somers) issued the following statement today after attending the announcement by Governor Tony Evers that the state has awarded $15 million for the City of Kenosha’s Innovation Neighborhood Project and $10 million to allow Kenosha County to move its Human Services Building to a facility on
Washington, D.C. – Senate hopeful and Wisconsin’s Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes loves to talk about his leadership position on the Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change while on the campaign trail. Yet, it appears he has zero accomplishments to name. At an event this week, Barnes touted his position on this task force
DANE COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) today announced a new PFAS-based consumption advisory for Black Earth Creek to the confluence with Blue Mound Creek in Dane County following results of fish sampling conducted in 2020. Elevated levels of PFOS
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Gwen Moore (D-WI-4), U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Representative Don Young (R-AK-At Large), and led 112 of their Senate and House colleagues in writing a bipartisan, bicameral letter urging U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary
A few years ago Bill Barthen, a major in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, got involved in the Mankind Project, an organization that supports men to make a difference in the lives of others. Barthen met John Nemick, a spiritual leader with the organization. Nemick was going into kidney failure
Superior, WI – U.S. Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) blasted President Joe Biden for killing thousands of good-paying, Wisconsin jobs by canceling the Keystone XL Pipeline and highlighted what he expected to hear from President Biden during his visit to the Twin Ports. Click here to watch the full video “You can see right
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today announced the Executive Residence will be lit with blue and yellow lights at 7:30 p.m. tonight in solidarity with the people of Ukraine as they continue to resist Russia’s unprovoked military invasion. “Tonight, Kathy and I are lighting up
Today, Congresswoman Moore voted to pass H.R. 3967, the Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2021 or the Honoring our PACT Act of 2021, which affects millions of our veterans who may have been exposed to toxins in the military. The bill would improve outreach efforts, support
TWO RIVERS, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proposing a variance to the Point Beach State Forest Master Plan to designate a pilot equestrian trail at the property. The proposal would designate an existing closed service road and hiking trail as a permanent equestrian trail and expand the miles
In a House Armed Services Committee hearing on the “State of the Surface Navy,” Vice Admiral William K. Lescher, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, admitted to Rep. Gallagher that the U.S. failed to deter Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine after the congressman pressed the admiral on his claim that the