Madison, WI — The Wisconsin Academy of Audiology (WAA) extends its sincere gratitude to Governor Tony Evers for signing Assembly Bill 651 into law. This important legislation represents a meaningful step forward in improving access to timely, appropriate hearing and balance care for injured workers across Wisconsin. WAA also recognizes

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) issued a statement in response to Governor Evers’ veto of Assembly Bill 602, legislation that would have had the effect of opting Wisconsin into a new federal tax credit scholarship program for K-12 students. Roughly 29 states, led by both Republican

CHILTON, Wis. — March 30, 2026 — The American Dairy Coalition (ADC) is drafting final comments for submission to USDA AMS on the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) for mandatory manufacturing cost and yield surveys tied to Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) make allowances. In it, ADC raises concerns about transparency, scope,

MADISON, Wis. — Legislation by Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) and Representative Ron Tusler (R-Harrison) that codifies an internationally recognized definition of antisemitism in state statutes, was signed into law by the Governor on Friday. Assembly Bill 446, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 143, codifies the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism

MADISON, Wis. — Legislation by Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) and Representative Amanda Nedweski (R-Pleasant Prairie) that requires school districts to meet basic accountability standards before asking taxpayers to approve higher property taxes was vetoed by Governor Evers on Friday. Assembly Bill 457 requires school districts to be in compliance with existing Department of

Madison – Another victory for mental health care and Wisconsin courts was achieved late Friday, courtesy of the legislation of Representative Barbara Dittrich (R – Oconomowoc) and Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R – Fox Crossing) when their bill AB 668 was signed by Governor Tony Evers as 2025 Act 123. The law will

GREENDALE, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, joined State Representative Bob Donovan, the Republican Party of Milwaukee County, and Milwaukee-area business leaders to call for an end to Wisconsin’s vehicle emissions testing requirement. “Because of federal rules, hundreds of thousands of Wisconsin drivers across seven counties

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MADISON, WI – Last week, the Osceola Sun profiled 25th State Senate District candidate Charly Ray. Charly has deep roots in Northern Wisconsin’s community, having lived there for over 30 years. He has worked to maintain their forests, served his community on the county board, and owns a bookstore in Bayfield County. He’s

Jacque Proposal Incorporated Into Comprehensive Workers Compensation Package MADISON, WI…An initiative championed by State Sen. André Jacque (New Franken) to extend Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD) coverage to volunteer and part-time firefighters and other emergency first responders was signed into law today by Governor Tony Evers as Act 145. Two sessions

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after Governor Evers vetoed “Zoey’s Law” late last Friday: “I am extremely disappointed that the governor vetoed this bill. I introduced it in late 2025 during his ‘Year of the Kid’ to highlight and address the gaps in the

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will be traveling across the state to highlight his administration’s efforts and successes over the past seven years to support the state’s workforce and respond to generational workforce challenges. As announced in his 2026 State of the State address, the governor this week will be

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Safety Education programs are seeking avid hunters, passionate recreationalists and outdoor enthusiasts to join their safety education volunteer corps. Instructors are needed in all areas of safety education: hunter/bow, ATV/UTV, snowmobile and boat. Instructors are an important part of the Hunter

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, at the Wisconsin State Council of Machinists Annual Conference and surrounded by labor leaders and union members, signed Assembly Bill (AB) 651, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 145, which makes several improvements to Wisconsin’s worker’s compensation system. Gov. Evers also exercised a partial line-item veto on AB 650 relating to unemployment

(Madison, WI) – An event recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month will take place on Thursday, April 2nd at 12:00 PM in the Assembly Parlor at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The event is hosted by the Autism Society of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Autism Providers Association, and Autism United of Wisconsin.

Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 225, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Dan Feyen (R–Fond du Lac). The bill aimed to prevent third parties, such as insurance companies, from influencing the selection of venue in civil lawsuits. It addressed the growing practice of

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today vetoed a bill that would have required opting Wisconsin into a nationwide expansion of private voucher schools under President Donald Trump’s and Republicans’ ‘Big Beautiful Bill, which is expected to divert billions of dollars from public schools and public education.  Gov. Evers, who was

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) explains the steps needed to obtain an ID to show at the polls if the voter does not already have some form of approved ID, such as a Wisconsin driver license or ID. While Wisconsin residents are required to

MADISON, Wis. – As warmer weather approaches, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that wild animals and their young will be on the move across Wisconsin. “Springtime brings a flurry of inquiries from concerned individuals about the wildlife they are encountering. It is perfectly natural for many