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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin applauded President Biden for taking executive action today to expand federal funding for the Wisconsin National Guard to support ongoing COVID-19 response efforts in the state. Today, the Biden administration announced that it
NEENAH, Wis. – This week marks another promising milestone in our fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced adults over the age of 65, in addition to some other groups still being determined, will be
(Madison) — Two weeks ago, a violent insurrectionist mob attacked the United States Capitol resulting in the death of five Americans – including a Capitol Police office. Among the attackers was none other than failed congressional candidate, Derrick Van Orden,
MADISON —The People’s Maps Commission will hold a virtual public hearing at 5:30p.m. on Thurs., Jan. 28, 2021, to seek public input on the upcoming redistricting of legislative maps from constituents of Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. Although the Jan. 28 hearing will focus on the 7th Congressional District, all
The Department of Health Services (DHS) has released new and improved features to case activity metrics on the COVID-19 Disease Activity Dashboard. These updates are designed to help the public better understand important case activity metrics. DHS continues to look for ways
The Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service is pleased to welcome two new health policy fellows, Amy Prunuske and Jeffrey W. Todd. Both will join WIPPS Research Partners, an arm of WIPPS that provides businesses, nonprofits and government with a full spectrum
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after President Joe Biden announced new Executive Orders utilizing the Defense Production Act (DPA) to rapidly increase the production and stockpiling of vaccine, medical and testing supplies, as well as personal
New study profiles open enrollment program, examines school district impact The News: With the approach of National School Choice Week, January 24-29, the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) provides a first of its kind look at Wisconsin’s open enrollment program, arguably
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced today that the Emergency Infrastructure Grants funded through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provided access to new and improved service to more than 20,000 locations
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin applauds President Joe Biden and his administration for taking immediate action to protect U.S. workers from COVID-19. The Biden administration today announced that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will immediately release
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the presence of elevated levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in surface water samples taken from Madison-area lakes and along the Yahara River. The DNR found elevated levels
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice is announcing today a new law enforcement mental health and wellness program supported through federal grant funding. The program kicked off this week with the first meeting of the statewide Peer Support
Watertown – Today, Rep. Mark Born (R-Beaver Dam) announced his endorsement of John Jagler to represent the 13th Senate District in Madison. “John and I were elected to the State Assembly in the same year and have worked together to improve
MADISON, Wis. – For the first time, statewide data on the use of body cameras and dashboard cameras is now available for Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) worked with Wisconsin law enforcement to collect data and found that out of
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressmen Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Mike Gallagher (WI-08), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) sent a letter to President Joe Biden expressing their support for completion of the construction of the Keystone XL
Contact: Sally Fox, Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) released a statement on President Joe Biden’s first day in office. “Despite promising to work for unity, in his first hours in office, President Biden has managed to destroy American jobs,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin applauded President Biden for taking executive action today to expand federal funding for the Wisconsin National Guard to support ongoing COVID-19 response efforts in the state. Today, the Biden administration announced that it will restore full federal funding to Wisconsin with a 100
NEENAH, Wis. – This week marks another promising milestone in our fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced adults over the age of 65, in addition to some other groups still being determined, will be eligible for theCOVID-19 vaccine on Monday, January 25, which will
(Madison) — Two weeks ago, a violent insurrectionist mob attacked the United States Capitol resulting in the death of five Americans – including a Capitol Police office. Among the attackers was none other than failed congressional candidate, Derrick Van Orden, who is now desperately trying to whitewash his participation. In a recent op-ed in
MADISON —The People’s Maps Commission will hold a virtual public hearing at 5:30p.m. on Thurs., Jan. 28, 2021, to seek public input on the upcoming redistricting of legislative maps from constituents of Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. Although the Jan. 28 hearing will focus on the 7th Congressional District, all Wisconsin residents are encouraged to watch and participate. Anyone wishing
The Department of Health Services (DHS) has released new and improved features to case activity metrics on the COVID-19 Disease Activity Dashboard. These updates are designed to help the public better understand important case activity metrics. DHS continues to look for ways to improve our data visualizations and provide Wisconsinites with the
The Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service is pleased to welcome two new health policy fellows, Amy Prunuske and Jeffrey W. Todd. Both will join WIPPS Research Partners, an arm of WIPPS that provides businesses, nonprofits and government with a full spectrum of academic and technical resources of the University of Wisconsin
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after President Joe Biden announced new Executive Orders utilizing the Defense Production Act (DPA) to rapidly increase the production and stockpiling of vaccine, medical and testing supplies, as well as personal protective equipment (PPE). The executive actions also dramatically boost public transparency;
New study profiles open enrollment program, examines school district impact The News: With the approach of National School Choice Week, January 24-29, the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) provides a first of its kind look at Wisconsin’s open enrollment program, arguably Wisconsin’s largest and most popular school choice program. Wisconsin’s open
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced today that the Emergency Infrastructure Grants funded through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provided access to new and improved service to more than 20,000 locations throughout the state, according to final and interim reports provided
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin applauds President Joe Biden and his administration for taking immediate action to protect U.S. workers from COVID-19. The Biden administration today announced that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will immediately release clear guidance for employers to help keep workers safe from
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the presence of elevated levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in surface water samples taken from Madison-area lakes and along the Yahara River. The DNR found elevated levels of PFAS in Lake Monona and Starkweather Creek in 2019,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice is announcing today a new law enforcement mental health and wellness program supported through federal grant funding. The program kicked off this week with the first meeting of the statewide Peer Support Advisory Committee. “As they protect public safety, law enforcement officers
Watertown – Today, Rep. Mark Born (R-Beaver Dam) announced his endorsement of John Jagler to represent the 13th Senate District in Madison. “John and I were elected to the State Assembly in the same year and have worked together to improve the lives of everyone in Wisconsin,” said Born. “I can’t think
MADISON, Wis. – For the first time, statewide data on the use of body cameras and dashboard cameras is now available for Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) worked with Wisconsin law enforcement to collect data and found that out of 434 responding agencies, 88% indicated using at least one form
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressmen Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Mike Gallagher (WI-08), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) sent a letter to President Joe Biden expressing their support for completion of the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. The Keystone XL pipeline would transport 830,000 barrels of
Contact: Sally Fox, Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) released a statement on President Joe Biden’s first day in office. “Despite promising to work for unity, in his first hours in office, President Biden has managed to destroy American jobs, support giving amnesty to 11 million illegal immigrants, and make