WisDems: On the 59th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid

MADISON, Wis. — Today, on the 59th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Everyone deserves access to affordable health care for themselves and their families, and for 59 years, Medicare and Medicaid have

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AFP-WI: Statement on Buttigieg’s visit to Wisconsin

Green Bay, WI – As Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits Wisconsin this week, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) is reminding elected officials of the recent polling that shows Wisconsinites’ strong opposition to the Biden-Harris administration’s gas-car ban. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak made the following

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Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin law enforcement agencies join together to stop speeding with special enforcement Wednesday

About 100 law enforcement agencies, including the Wisconsin State Patrol, will join states across the Midwest to step up patrols for Speed Enforcement Day on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The campaign is a 24-hour, high-visibility enforcement effort involving state, county and local law enforcement agencies. The Wisconsin State Patrol will

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Committee to Protect Health Care: On anniversary of Medicare & Medicaid, Wisconsin physicians call for Medicaid expansion

Nearly 150 WI Medical Professionals Sign Letter Supporting BadgerCare Expansion MADISON, Wisconsin – On the 59th anniversary of Medicaid, Wisconsin physicians today called on state legislators to expand BadgerCare – Wisconsin’s Medicaid program – and join the 40 other states that have already done so. They’re among nearly 150 Wisconsin

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WisDems: On the 59th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid

MADISON, Wis. — Today, on the 59th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “Everyone deserves access to affordable health care for themselves and their families, and for 59 years, Medicare and Medicaid have made that possible for millions of Americans and their families.

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Harris campaign: Reproductive rights advocate Hadley Duvall, Rep. Diana DeGette, and Rep. Delia Ramirez to campaign for Vice President Harris across Wisconsin

Today, in Madison and La Crosse, sexual assault survivor and reproductive rights advocate Hadley Duvall, local leaders, U.S. Representative Delia Ramirez, and U.S. Representative Diana DeGette – co-chair of the House of Representatives Pro-Choice Caucus – will campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris and sound the alarm on Donald Trump

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Calls on lawmakers to protect medicare, medicaid on 59th anniversary of programs being signed into law

MADISON, Wis. — In commemoration of the 59th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, A Better Wisconsin Together is calling on state and federal lawmakers to protect these programs that have helped Wisconsinites afford and access healthcare for nearly six decades.  “Protecting access to programs like Medicare and Medicaid is more important than ever

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AFP-WI: Statement on Buttigieg’s visit to Wisconsin

Green Bay, WI – As Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits Wisconsin this week, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) is reminding elected officials of the recent polling that shows Wisconsinites’ strong opposition to the Biden-Harris administration’s gas-car ban. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak made the following statement: “While Secretary Buttigieg takes the s… Please log in

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Dept. of Public Instruction: New data shows Wisconsin youth continue navigating mental health crisis

MADISON — The Department of Public Instruction released data today showing Wisconsin students continue dealing with unprecedented mental health challenges. “Our schools have a critical role in addressing the mental health needs of Wisconsin’s children,” State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly said. “It is imperative that we implement inclusive policies in

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Rep. Sortwell, Sen. Jacque: Evers tells town to not contact their local state Representative and Senator during events

Madison – Representative Shae Sortwell (R-Gibson) and Senator André Jacque (R-De  Pere) released the following statement in response to the governor’s office withholding  information regarding local events:  “Governor Evers and his administration have a track record of withholding information  from the public, denying access to records from his office. Continuing

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Wisconsin Towns Association: Rep. Hurd receives Friend of Towns Award

Representative Karen Hurd was recently awarded the 2023-24 Friend of the Towns Award by the Wisconsin Towns Association, recognizing her efforts supporting town interests.   Representative Hurd authored several bills ensuring or restoring local decision-making. Most notably, Representative Hurd authored a critical effort to restore democratic representation to town residents without

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB meeting Aug. 14

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the August meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and land donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, originating from the St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake, WI. The Board will act on items

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Spring waterfowl survey shows positive results

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that data from the annual spring survey of breeding waterfowl is available. The survey indicated both stable population numbers and habitat conditions for migratory birds. The information from this survey is part of the overall survey of breeding waterfowl

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Shankland campaign: MoveOn endorses Katrina Shankland for Congress as part of top tier battleground slate

Leading Democrat for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District included in $32 million to defend Democracy against Project 2025 takeover STEVENS POINT, WI – The members of MoveOn, the two million-member strong national grassroots organization, has voted to endorse Democratic leader and State Rep. Katrina Shankland to unseat MAGA extremist Derrick Van Orden

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