WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after the House Armed Services Committee voted on an amendment to increase the FY22 National Defense Authorization Act by an additional $23.9 billion: “The House Armed Services Committee’s vote to increase NDAA spending by an additional $23.9 billion over an already

WASHINGTON—Eight state department of transportation projects in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin earned regional recognition in the America’s Transportation Awards for projects that quickly restored safe access to a fire-damaged bridge, used drones to increase staff safety while also improving travel efficiency, and expanded a picturesque pedestrian and bike path

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County’s Independent Redistricting Committee is encouraging the public to attend the committee’s Friday, September 3 meeting and provide input on the process of redrawing the 18 Supervisory districts of Milwaukee County. “Public input is essential to the democratic process of redrawing Milwaukee County’s political districts, and we

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) has introduced two bills that will significantly increase career opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Workplace Choice and Flexibility for Individuals with Disabilities Act and the Restoration of Employment Choice for Adults with Disabilities Act. These bills are endorsed by A-Team USA, a grassroots organization that

MADISON, Wis. – Today marks the first day of College Savings Month in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) and Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program are celebrating the annual occurrence by encouraging Wisconsinites to start saving for higher education with the resources and tools to help them be financially secure. “College Savings Month reminds

MADISON, Wis. – Dr. Susan Turney, who is often ranked as one of the nation’s top healthcare executives, will speak Sept. 30 at the annual W•O•M•E•N reception in Madison. Dr. Turney is the first chief executive officer of the Marshfield Clinic Health System, which serves major parts of Wisconsin through 1,200-plus

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources today announced its continued partnership with Wisconsin Girl Scout councils for the third-annual Girl Scouts Love State Parks event, Sept. 11-12, 2021. The weekend celebrates Wisconsin State Parks and the Girl Scouts of the USA’s (GSUSA) focus on outdoor adventures. The National Association of

MADISON, Wis. — Wednesday morning, the nation’s strictest abortion law went into effect in Texas after the Supreme Court failed to act. The law, S.B. 8, bans abortion at six weeks — before most people even know they are pregnant. In effect, this law makes it nearly impossible to access

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Rebecca Kleefisch released her self-described policy “manifesto.” outlining her radical agenda for the Badger State. Mere hours later, it was revealed that Kleefisch had also filed paperwork to run for governor in 2022. If there was any doubt left about her intentions, Kleefisch made it clear yesterday

STURGEON BAY, Wisc. – Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding hosted U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin yesterday as she toured the shipyard to see recent infrastructure improvements and speak with men and women who work in one of the most capable Great Lakes shipyards. “Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding is an industry leader in the construction,

MADISON– Every third Friday in September is Prisoner of War, Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Recognition Day in America. Rolling Thunder Chapters and Wisconsin Veterans of Foreign Wars will commemorate this day in 2021 by hosting the POW/MIA Chair of Honor dedication in the Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda at noon on

MADISON, Wis — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to always wear a life jacket when out on Wisconsin’s waterways, including over the Labor Day holiday. A full news release will be issued momentarily, containing safety tips and the latest boating fatality statistics. Media are encouraged to

As we head into our second Labor Day of the pandemic, COWS is releasing their annual State of Working Wisconsin report in a four part series this week. Today the focus is on unions: what role they play, and how the state’s long history has been undermined by policy over

MADISON, Wis. — As August comes to an end and September begins, children across Wisconsin are returning to school for another year. Amidst the usual buzz of new No. 2 pencils and seeing friends again, there are other issues on the minds of parents, students, teachers, and administrators. From the Legislature’s