Despite its expected benefits for Wisconsin, Ron Johnson has fully ruled out supporting the bipartisan infrastructure deal he last week voted against advancing in the Senate — even though he’s praised the bill as “good” (at least twice). Earlier today, Johnson told CNS News he believes it’s “pointless” to find out what’s in the bipartisan deal, because —

Washington, D.C. – Today, the Senate Appropriations Committee passed legislation that includes a number of items that U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin worked to include for Wisconsin. “I worked to include this funding because it delivers support from Washington to Wisconsin,” said Senator Baldwin, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “This federal funding

WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, the United States Senate voted on U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) amendment that called for completing the approximately 285 miles of unfinished border wall that is already paid for. All Republican senators present voted in favor of this amendment, but Democrats blocked its passage. Only one Democrat put partisan

Madison, WI – The Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP) today announced its partnership with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) on an exciting new program to support regional businesses and nonprofits. Those considering moving into a vacant Wisconsin commercial space may be eligible for a $10,000 Wisconsin Tomorrow – Main Street

Milwaukee, Wis. (August 4, 2021) – With a $12 million dollar capital campaign nearing the finish line and two months after welcoming its first guests, Kathy’s House today held an event to celebrate its new “Home for Healing.” Kathy’s House, 9101 W. Doyne Ave., is a nonprofit hospital guest house that since

RESTON, Va. –The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) recognizes the Wisconsin Section of ASCE as this year’s Outstanding Civil Engineer Advocate of the Year for the team section. The Wisconsin Section recently released its 2020 Report Card for Wisconsin’s Infrastructure, which graded 13 categories of infrastructure pertinent to Wisconsinites and provided a

WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, raised questions in a business meeting regarding the Biden administration stonewalling Congress on oversight requests for unredacted copies of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s emails and documents relating to coordination between the CDC and

WAUSAU — Gov. Tony Evers today was joined by State Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) in Wausau today to introduce the “Less for Rx” prescription drug plan. This legislative package is comprised of bold initiatives proposed by Gov. Evers as part of his 2021-2023 biennial budget earlier this year and builds on the

August 4, 2021 Contact: Caty Payette, 614-332-1033 Pocan, Sánchez Introduce Bill to Strengthen Social Security Benefits WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38) introduced the Strengthening Social Security Act. “No American should have to retire into poverty after working their entire life. Unfortunately, the rising cost of living in America means

8/4/21 Contact: Jordan Dunn WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today released the following statement after the Biden Administration announced it would extend a federal moratorium on evictions, something that President Biden himself admitted he did not have the constitutional authority to do. “The CDC does not have the authority to

Aug. 4, 2021 Contact: Brad Ray, DNR Lake Superior Fisheries Team Supervisor Bradley.Ray@wisconsin.gov or 715-779-4036   DNR Announces Aug. 16 Closure Of Lake Trout Fishing Season In Apostle Islands Region Of Lake Superior   MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the lake trout recreational harvest trigger in

Contact: Emily Kumlien Aug. 4, 2021                                                         (608) 516-9154 ekumlien@uwhealth.org UW Health requires all providers and staff to receive COVID-19 vaccination MADISON, Wis. ‒ UW Health is announcing a new requirement that providers and staff receive a COVID-19 vaccination, in line with its pre-existing requirement to receive a flu vaccine. While 90% of