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In reaction to President Biden’s State of the Union speech last night, Co-Executive Director of Main Street Alliance Chanda Causer had this to say: “Last night, President Biden spoke directly to the American people about the progress of the last year in
MADISON – Today, Wisconsin Conservation Voters’ national affiliate League of Conservation Voters released the Wisconsin delegation’s scores on the 2021 National Environmental Scorecard highlighting how some members chose to champion the environment and protect our democracy, while others failed to do so. The Scorecard is
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) supports the new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) metrics used to determine the risk level of COVID-19 in communities. Widespread access to vaccines and testing, available treatment options, and high levels of population immunity
RICE LAKE — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the cities of Rice Lake, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire will receive more than $8 million as part of the Neighborhood Investment Fund grant program. These funds will be used to improve downtown infrastructure and
Rep. Duchow released the following statement regarding President Biden’s State of the Union address: Wisconsin is used to seeing a politician in over his head and disconnected from those he represents, and we saw more of the same tonight. Under
MILWAUKEE (March 2, 2022) — The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced today that it will extend the temporary suspension of Freeway Flyer Routes 40, 43, 44, 46, 48, 49, and 79. The one exception is Route 143, which will restart service on
MADISON, Wis. — In response to President Biden’s renewed push to restrict the 2nd Amendment in his State of the Union address, Senator Julian Bradley, R–Franklin, on Wednesday called on Governor Evers to sign civil liability protection for lawful gun manufacturers.
MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski continued to advocate for the recommendations set forth by the Retirement Security Task Force by testifying before the Assembly Committee on Ways and Means on Assembly Bill 974, which would create 401(K)ids investment accounts for every
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Pete Stauber (MN-08) issued the following statement in advance of President Joe Biden’s visit to Superior, Wisconsin: “While protecting our nation’s infrastructure is key to advancing commerce and maintaining a robust economy,
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a group of bicameral colleagues, led by Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Representatives Katie Porter (D-CA) and Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), in sending a letter to the CEO of
Kiel, WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of Kiel Mill in the City of Kiel, Manitowoc County, on the National Register of Historic Places. Kiel Mill served the area farming community from 1883 until 1983 and stands
Wisconsin –The American Society of Civil Engineers, Wisconsin Section issued the following statement ahead of President Joe Biden’s visit to Wisconsin highlighting the Infrastructure Law. “We appreciate President Biden visiting our great state and highlighting the benefits of the bipartisan
Wausau, WI – Today, just five days after entering the race to be Wisconsin’s next State Treasurer, physician, former small-business owner, and mother of six, Dr. Gillian Battino, announced her campaign is entering the race with over $200,000 banked. “One of
Construction season in Wisconsin is just around the corner and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is urging everyone to be prepared to keep crews safe. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s March Law of the Month highlights the rules and guidelines for
Recently, my office learned that Governor Evers has directed grant money to Planned Parenthood through Federal funds in direct contravention of Wisconsin Statute 20.9275 (2). In light of the facts, Representative Allen sent the attached letter to Governor Evers today
MADISON, Wis. – Family Friendly Wisconsin released the following statement today after President Joe Biden delivered his State of the Union Address on March 1, 2022, emphasizing both accomplishments over the year and the work still needed to be done
MADISON, Wis. – Today, President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden are traveling to Wisconsin to celebrate the impact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will have on Superior and surrounding lakeside communities. Ahead of the President’s visit, Democratic Party
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Following last night’s Derrick Van Orden is responding to President Biden as he travels to Wisconsin today, where he will have to answer questions about surging energy prices, out of control inflation, and the negative
Washington, DC – Rep. Ron Kind released the following statement on joining President Joe Biden in Superior, Wisconsin today to highlight the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law: “I’m thrilled to join the President in Wisconsin to discuss how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering for
The Engineering Division, in partnership with the Parks Division, Water Utility and Traffic Engineering Division, is proud to join the nationally-recognized Women in Construction Week, March 6-12, 2022. This is the third year City Engineering will highlight the work of
In reaction to President Biden’s State of the Union speech last night, Co-Executive Director of Main Street Alliance Chanda Causer had this to say: “Last night, President Biden spoke directly to the American people about the progress of the last year in the face of deep challenges, as well as his optimism
MADISON – Today, Wisconsin Conservation Voters’ national affiliate League of Conservation Voters released the Wisconsin delegation’s scores on the 2021 National Environmental Scorecard highlighting how some members chose to champion the environment and protect our democracy, while others failed to do so. The Scorecard is the primary yardstick for evaluating the environmental records of members
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) supports the new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) metrics used to determine the risk level of COVID-19 in communities. Widespread access to vaccines and testing, available treatment options, and high levels of population immunity have combined to make a new approach to monitoring and
RICE LAKE — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the cities of Rice Lake, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire will receive more than $8 million as part of the Neighborhood Investment Fund grant program. These funds will be used to improve downtown infrastructure and pedestrian safety, promote business development initiatives, and support local affordable housing
Rep. Duchow released the following statement regarding President Biden’s State of the Union address: Wisconsin is used to seeing a politician in over his head and disconnected from those he represents, and we saw more of the same tonight. Under the Biden Administration, we’ve gone from crisis to crisis. Wisconsinites
MILWAUKEE (March 2, 2022) — The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced today that it will extend the temporary suspension of Freeway Flyer Routes 40, 43, 44, 46, 48, 49, and 79. The one exception is Route 143, which will restart service on March 7, as required by a contract with Ozaukee County.
MADISON, Wis. — In response to President Biden’s renewed push to restrict the 2nd Amendment in his State of the Union address, Senator Julian Bradley, R–Franklin, on Wednesday called on Governor Evers to sign civil liability protection for lawful gun manufacturers. “I call on Governor Evers to sign protections for lawful
MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski continued to advocate for the recommendations set forth by the Retirement Security Task Force by testifying before the Assembly Committee on Ways and Means on Assembly Bill 974, which would create 401(K)ids investment accounts for every child born or adopted in the State of Wisconsin. “The
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Pete Stauber (MN-08) issued the following statement in advance of President Joe Biden’s visit to Superior, Wisconsin: “While protecting our nation’s infrastructure is key to advancing commerce and maintaining a robust economy, President Biden’s infrastructure package was a Trojan Horse for the
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a group of bicameral colleagues, led by Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Representatives Katie Porter (D-CA) and Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), in sending a letter to the CEO of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) expressing concern
Kiel, WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of Kiel Mill in the City of Kiel, Manitowoc County, on the National Register of Historic Places. Kiel Mill served the area farming community from 1883 until 1983 and stands as the earliest extant testament to the community’s industrial history.
Wisconsin –The American Society of Civil Engineers, Wisconsin Section issued the following statement ahead of President Joe Biden’s visit to Wisconsin highlighting the Infrastructure Law. “We appreciate President Biden visiting our great state and highlighting the benefits of the bipartisan infrastructure law. This law is one step in a longer
Wausau, WI – Today, just five days after entering the race to be Wisconsin’s next State Treasurer, physician, former small-business owner, and mother of six, Dr. Gillian Battino, announced her campaign is entering the race with over $200,000 banked. “One of the main things I learned during my U.S. Senate race
Construction season in Wisconsin is just around the corner and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is urging everyone to be prepared to keep crews safe. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s March Law of the Month highlights the rules and guidelines for work zones that aim to protect workers as they repair
Recently, my office learned that Governor Evers has directed grant money to Planned Parenthood through Federal funds in direct contravention of Wisconsin Statute 20.9275 (2). In light of the facts, Representative Allen sent the attached letter to Governor Evers today and released the following statement: “No one is above the
MADISON, Wis. – Family Friendly Wisconsin released the following statement today after President Joe Biden delivered his State of the Union Address on March 1, 2022, emphasizing both accomplishments over the year and the work still needed to be done to uplift and empower Wisconsin working families. Brita Olsen, state
MADISON, Wis. – Today, President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden are traveling to Wisconsin to celebrate the impact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will have on Superior and surrounding lakeside communities. Ahead of the President’s visit, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Thanks
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Following last night’s Derrick Van Orden is responding to President Biden as he travels to Wisconsin today, where he will have to answer questions about surging energy prices, out of control inflation, and the negative impact that his agenda has had on Wisconsin families. Derrick
Washington, DC – Rep. Ron Kind released the following statement on joining President Joe Biden in Superior, Wisconsin today to highlight the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law: “I’m thrilled to join the President in Wisconsin to discuss how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering for our state. Thanks to this historic investment in our nation’s
The Engineering Division, in partnership with the Parks Division, Water Utility and Traffic Engineering Division, is proud to join the nationally-recognized Women in Construction Week, March 6-12, 2022. This is the third year City Engineering will highlight the work of women in the construction industry, however, this year, we’re working