Madison, WI – State Representative Chuck Wichgers (R-Muskego) responded to Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address tonight with the following: “I am proud the governor championed the tax cuts provided in our state budget. Unfortunately, he failed to mention that he introduced a budget to raise taxes by

MADISON – Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) issued the following statements after Governor Tony Evers delivered his 2022 State of the State address: “Tonight, Governor Evers tried to take credit for a slew of Republican victories, including a massive $2 billion tax cut, record low unemployment, and the largest

One would think that, with all the continuing concerns about election integrity, the Green Bay City Clerk would be especially diligent in following the rules that govern the spring primary. Unfortunately, it was not to be. “With election integrity foremost on the minds of the voters, the City Clerk once

MADISON, Wis.—UW System President Tommy Thompson and UW Regent President Edmund Manydeeds III issued this statement tonight: “We appreciate Gov. Evers’ commitment to public higher education and his recognition of the vital role the University of Wisconsin System plays in improving lives and communities across our state. This funding will

MADISON – In response to Governor Tony Evers’ 2022 State of the State Address, delivered earlier this evening in the Assembly Chambers of the State Capitol in Madison, State Representative Jonathan Brostoff (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “With his State of the State address this evening, Governor Evers made it

MADISON – This evening, Governor Evers delivered his 4th State of the State address. Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) issued the following statement in response: “Governor Evers has led our state through some of its most challenging times. His steadfast, empathetic leadership has helped provide relief for working families, small

Madison – Today, Rep. Amy Loudenbeck (R-Clinton) released the following statement following Governor Evers’ State of the State Address: “It’s great news that Wisconsin has the largest rainy day fund in state history and an unprecedented surplus, but Governor Evers can’t take credit for that. He can pat himself on

The following statement from UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank comes in response to the State of the State address this evening from Governor Tony Evers: “Thank you, Governor Evers, for recognizing the historic financial impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the University of Wisconsin System. “With continued support and investment

Madison, WI – This evening, Governor Tony Evers delivered his 2022 State of the State Address. In it, the governor addressed challenges Wisconsin faced in 2021 in addition to priorities for his administration in 2022. Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) issued this statement in response to the governor’s State of the

Kenosha – Sen. Bob Wirch (D-Somers) issued the following statement after Governor Evers delivered his State of the State address: “We have a $3.8 billion budget surplus, the largest “rainy day fund” in state history, a record-low unemployment rate and growing wages. The Governor has a lot to be proud

MADISON, WI- On Tuesday Governor Tony Evers gave his annual State of the State address, outlining Wisconsin’s accomplishments from this past year. On this, Representative Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement. “Tonight Governor Evers has shown us exactly what the benefits are of leading with competence, empathy, and respect. When

Madison – Representative Shae Sortwell (R-Gibson) released the following statement today regarding Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address: “Governor Evers failed to address the rise in crime and notable violent disasters that have occurred in this state since he took office. Kenosha burned to the ground far too

“It was like Déjà Vu all over again. The speech could have been titled “Thank you, Republicans.” “Everything Tony Evers took credit for was something he either initially opposed, like broad income tax cuts, or previously vetoed, like letting you keep your money in your pocket right now. Otherwise, it

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement on Governor Tony Evers’ 2022 State of the State Address on February 15, 2022: In a refreshing State of the State, Governor Evers provides a clear roadmap for a thriving Wisconsin with good jobs, improved broadband access, career training, key infrastructure

MADISON – State Representative Elijah Behnke (R-Oconto) released the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ 2022 State of the State address: “It’s a shame Governor Evers tried to take the accomplishments of the Legislature and claim them as his own. It was legislative Republicans who implemented the $3.4 billion

“Wisconsin’s crime rate is up 9%, Milwaukee just recorded a record high in homicides, and people don’t feel safe in their communities – yet Governor Evers failed to present a plan to combat crime or even mention the subject. One in five murder or attempted murder suspects in Milwaukee County

(MADISON) – Rep. Sue Conley (D-Janesville) released the following statement following Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address Tuesday evening: “Governor Evers’ 2022 State of the State address highlighted the promises he’s kept to Wisconsin, including finally fixing our roads, expanding broadband, and cutting taxes for the middle class.

Madison, WI – Against seemingly insurmountable odds, Wisconsin has made it to the latter stages of the COVID-19 pandemic in a stronger position than when it started nearly 2 years ago. Unemployment and labor force participation are the best they’ve ever been, wages are rising, and Governor Evers deserves a

Madison, WI – State Senator Brad Pfaff (D – Onalaska) released the following statement following Governor Evers’ State of the State address: “I was pleased that tonight Governor Evers recognized the importance of returning our surplus to the hard-working people of our state. Tax relief of $150 per person, and

Chancellor Katherine Frank thanked Gov. Tony Evers after his State of the State speech Tuesday, Feb. 15, in which he announced an additional $30 million in funding for the UW System: “We appreciate the Governor’s support of and investment in higher education. This funding will support UW-Stout’s commitment to student