WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced new legislation to crack down on the trafficking of illicit synthetic drugs, like fentanyl, using the U.S. transportation network. The bill would create first-ever inspection strategies to stop drug smuggling by commercial aircraft, railroads, vehicles, and ships. The legislation would boost state,

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will sponsor a series of mill tours at several forest product manufacturing facilities across the state Oct. 14-18, 2024. Attendees will have the chance to see how products are made from Wisconsin’s forest resources and learn about the many

Every October in Wisconsin, the seasons start to change, and we brace ourselves for the cold days ahead. Preparing our homes now can help us stay warm and comfortable throughout the winter months. Recently, Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed October 2nd as Energy Efficiency Day to raise awareness of energy efficiency home improvements that

Yesterday, Team Harris-Walz launched Small Business for Harris-Walz, a national organizing program to engage and mobilize America’s small business owners. Small business owners, advocates, entrepreneurs, and founders, along with leaders of small business organizations from all corners of the country, are bolstering the campaign’s organizing efforts and harnessing the support of

In a series of new ads from the Harris campaign targeting battleground voters, Tina Hinchley, a Wisconsin dairy farmer who nearly lost her life due to cancer, speaks directly to voters on how the Affordable Care Act saved both her life and livelihood – while warning that if Trump has

MADISON — The Eric Hovde for Senate campaign released a new ad highlighting Sen. Baldwin’s failure to secure the southern border leading to fentanyl flooding our streets. The ad features Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt whose community has been impacted by Sen. Baldwin’s failure.  “Sen. Baldwin has done nothing but serve as a rubber stamp

The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) held a hybrid meeting on October 1, 2024 in room 400NE in the Wisconsin State Capitol and on Zoom for the purpose of certifying their electors for the 2024 general election in November. Due to inconsistent messaging and an apparent misinterpretation of state law

Madison…The Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association presented Senator Ballweg with its inaugural Key to Hospitality Award for her successful efforts in the legislature to support Wisconsin tourism’s $25 billion industry. “Not only is tourism the third largest industry in Wisconsin, but it is also one of the most important to the local

“Tonight, Governor Walz outlined Kamala Harris’ plan for a new way forward, one that builds up the middle class and protects our freedoms, showcasing a vision for America rooted in equality and opportunity. Throughout the debate, Walz emphasized the critical need to protect reproductive rights, invest in climate jobs and

DELAFIELD, WI: Throughout the summer, the Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) has conducted a number of statewide polls, regional polls, and focus groups to better understand the views of Wisconsin voters.  Our Latest Findings:  Harris 49%, Trump 48% Among Trump voters who are independent, 46% say something might come up that

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Cedarburg is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing lead service lines in the city of Cedarburg. Activities related to this

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation announced their support for Tammy Baldwin’s U.S. Senate reelection campaign. The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is the largest general farm organization in the state, representing 61 county Farm Bureaus and over 47,000 members across the state. Tammy Baldwin is the first statewide

MADISON – The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s political action committee, Volunteers for Agriculture®, has released additional endorsements for state Assembly and state Senate races ahead of the November 5 general election. The committee has been actively gathering additional insights from local county Farm Bureaus and candidates.   “A VFA endorsement reflects

MADISON – The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors has endorsed Senator Tammy Baldwin for U.S. Senate, along with Representatives Derrick Van Orden and Thomas Tiffany for Congress. “Senator Baldwin, Representative Van Orden and Representative Tiffany support Wisconsin agriculture through engaging directly with the farming community in their districts,”

Washington, DC – Main Street Alliance has formed Main Street Action PAC. In this November’s elections, MSA members are engaging in critical state legislative races in Wisconsin—from Viroqua to Mt. Horeb to Deforest.  Last year, small business owners across the state applauded the strong leadership of the State Supreme Court, which overturned

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WISCONSIN – Yesterday, as former President Donald Trump visited Wisconsin hours before the Vice Presidential debate, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan and healthcare advocates joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to highlight Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans’ threats to health care and their efforts to eliminate and rollback policies championed by the

[Madison, Wis.] – Oct. 2, 2024 – Wisconsin’s public school students are supported by dedicated public servants who advocate for their best interests. Join us in recognizing these passionate locally elected leaders during Wisconsin School Board Week from Oct. 6-12. “Their leadership shows students that hard work and perseverance can lead to success,

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement after Governor Tim Walz’s victory in tonight’s Vice Presidential Debate: “There’s no doubt that Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are the right choice—and the only choice—to move our country forward. Tonight while JD Vance floundered, lied, and refused to

MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering the vice presidential debate between Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz this evening, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “Tonight’s debate was a victory for both JD Vance and Wisconsin families. After four years of runaway inflation, open borders,